Updating T60 1953 DAU

I just purchased a new HDD and want to install the ThinkVantage software. What is the best way to do this? I will be a clean install of windows 7. Should I update the BIOS before installing the new HDD? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Andy

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The only way to upgrade the graphics subsystem on your T60 would be to swap in the correct system board with the GPU you wanted as they are soldered on, unlike a socketed CPU.
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T60 (1953-D9U) Power Issue

Hi, and thanks for taking a look at my issue and offering any suggestions. I have an out-of-warranty T60 which will not power on despite all of the usual attempts to revive this laptop. I've unseated the battery, unplugged AC, removed HD and media drive, and emptied residual power, but when I plug AC back in I get no indicators and the laptop will still not power up.
I've already resolved myself to the real possibility that I've lost the mobo or some other component on the machine. Since I'm at a loss anyway and this is OOW I would appreciate any suggestions that will help me troubleshoot which component may be failed. Of course I also certainly welcome any other tips on getting the machine powered up.
Cheers!

you could try to change the motherboard out yourself. Your motherboard has no ATI GPU, so it is fairly cheap to buy from ebay.com
http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/document.do?sitestyle=lenovo&lndocid=MIGR-62733
this is the hardware manual, it will show you how to change the motherboard.
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Thinkpad T60 drivers

I installed windows XP home edition on my Thinkpad T60 (1953 DAU) and I went to
http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/downloads
to install the drivers and I am having problems. I downloaded the wireless LAN driver and
installed it, but I can not get on the internet. Can someone walk me thru the installation process?
Also if you can give me any advice on installing the other drivers, I would appreciate it.
Moderator comment: Subject edited to correct model #.

Hello,
If you just installed Microsoft Windows XP, you may need to perform some updates to the operating system before you begin installing device drivers, such as upgrading to Service Pack 3.
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T60 updates fail to install,System update fails to start

T60, 1953, WIndows XPPro. Can download updates but they do not install. Also, when attempting to download new System Update 3.14 it states SUSstart.exe fails to "finish" and thus cannot complete the installation.
Have disabled firewalls, antivirus, have searched forums and have re-started relevant services.
Something simple needs to be changed!! HELP!!

Hi,
go to :
%ProgramFiles%\Lenovo\System Update\session
and check whther you have following folders there :
system
temp
billboard
and if also following files are present:
QuestResponse.xml
updates.ser
If all is present, then jsut do following:
- delete System update + make sure, that also following folder then does not exist: %ProgramFiles%\Lenovo\System Update
* reboot the machine
- install new version of System Update
Let me know if that makes any change.
Rgrds

Lenovo T60 express card gpu

mine has in intel gma 950
i wanna upgrade it sucks
so what kind of card can i buy that fits in th epci express slot and is compatible with win7
t60 1953-D9U
ThinkPad Twist S230U-
OS-Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit
CPU-Intel Core i7 3517U @ 1.90GHz Ivy Bridge 22nm Technology
RAM-8.00GB Single-Channel DDR3 @ 665MHz (9-9-9-24)
Motherboard-LENOVO 3347CTO (CPU Socket - U3E1)
Graphics-Wide viewing angle & High density FlexView Display 1366x768 (1366x768@60Hz) Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Lenovo)
Storage-298GB Seagate ST320LT007-9ZV142 (SATA) 22GB SanDisk SSD U100 24GB (SSD) 29GB SDHC Card (SCSI)
Audio-Realtek High Definition Audio

I'm sorry to say that the solution that you have in mind is not a possible one.
The only way to upgrade the graphics on your T60 would be to swap an entire motherboard.
Cheers,
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Thinkpad T60 Error Message - Diskeeper Lite

I have a 2 year old Thinkpad T60 (1953-D6U) running Windows XP Pro SP3. Recently, I have seen an error message when starting Diskeeper Lite, which came bundled with my computer.
MMC has detected an error in a snap-in. It is recommended that you shut down and restart MMC.
* Report this error to Microsoft, and then shut down MMC
* Continue running and ignore errors with this snap-in for the rest of the session
* Continue running and always ignore errors with this snap-in, regardless of users or session.
Does Lenovo offer an upgrade to Diskeeper Lite or know how to eliminate this problem?
Thanks,
Mike
Message Edited by Mike88 on 08-15-2008 08:44 PM

Hello ...
Usually the installable setup file is located at c:\swtools\apps\dkeeper...
Unless you have formated your hd and don't have a backup you should be able to find it.
Best regards,
PX

T60 upgrade from 60GB SATA to 320GB HDD

I know just enough to be dangerous, so please bear with me.
I have a T60 1953-D7U with the original Toshiba 60GB SATA/150 HDD that is out of space. I used Norton Ghost to copy the 60GB drive to a Fijitsu 320GB SATA/300 HDD that was in an external USB enclosure. Both are 5400 RPM. I copied the MBR.
After I installed the 320GB drive, the T60 doesn't boot. Using F12 to pause the boot process, I see the 320GB drive listed but apparently it doesn't appear as a boot drive.
Is there something else I have to do for the T60 to boot from the new drive?
Note: the SATA controller Mode Option is set to "AHCI". The other option is "Compatability". Does this have anything to do with it.
Add'l Info: Originally I tried to copy the 60GB to the 320GB using Acronis True Image v7.0 that was on a bootable CD. Acronis gave an error msg E000101F4 No Drive 0 Found. It did see the USB attached 320GB drive. That's why I switched to Ghost. Is there any problem using Ghost for this copy?
Many thanks for your time.
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Here’s my original problem.
I have a T60 1953-D7U with the original Toshiba 60GB SATA/150 HDD that is out of space. I used Norton Ghost to copy the 60GB drive to a Fujitsu 320GB SATA/300 HDD that was in an external USB enclosure. Both are 5400 RPM. I copied the MBR.
After I installed the 320GB drive, the T60 doesn't boot. Using F12 to pause the boot process, I see the 320GB drive listed but apparently it doesn't appear as a boot drive.
Andy was absolutely right. The primary issue seems to be that the New Drive(320GB) MUST be in the Lenovo Laptop when you’re doing the copy of the Old Drive C:\ (60 GB) to the New Drive and building the Master Boot Record (MBR). My C:\ is now up and running on the New Drive.
In my case, I gave up on the SERVICEV001 partition. I never could get it copied. I believe it’s for reverting back to your original configuration in case of a total disaster. Since my T60 is 5 years old, I'll buy a new PC if that happens. I’m running XP SP3 and use Norton Ghost v15.
This email is to thank those that helped me and help the next guy who might try this.
I’m sure there are many ways to accomplish the task, but here’s what I eventually did.
I removed the T60 from the Docking Station. I have too many USB External drives to keep the drive letters straight.
I used Norton Ghost to do a new full backup of the Old Drive C:\ and SERVICEV001 to a completely different USB attached Portable HDD.
The New Drive was attached via a USB Enclosure. I used Windows Computer Mgt/Disk Mgt to format the New Drive with Partition 1 as 293GB NTFS and Partition 2 as 5GB FAT32. At that time, I still had hopes of saving the SERVICEV001 partition.
I installed the New Drive in the T60. I removed the battery while doing so.
I used a Norton Ghost Symantec Recovery Disk (SRD) to boot. Then I used Ghost SRD Recovery feature to restore the Old C:\ (Source) to the New Drive Partition 1 (Target). In Ghost, the parameters were Set Active = YES, Copy MBR = Yes.
That’s about it. OK, that’s about a half days work, so what did I do the other 4+ days. I wasted a couple of days before I posted to this Board and got Andy’s reply. And I wasted a couple of days trying to save SERVICEV001.
In the meantime, I learned quite a bit. My suggestions:
Read Andy’s email above and the references he cited.
Practice with Windows Computer Mgt/Disk Mgt to understand Disk 0, 1 and Partitions 1, 2 etc.
Practice with DOS C:\ DiskPart and how to list Disk and Partition info.
Copy C:\boot.ini to a flash drive and read the following post from the Norton Board. You probably won’t need it, but you’ll know about it just in case.
http://community.norton.com/t5/Other-Norton-Products/Ghost-copy-my-hard-drive-issues/td-p/385934/hig...
5. I used a Norton Ghost Symantec Recovery Disk (SRD) to boot. I worked for me. I used the Recovery function to restore the C:\ drive on the New Disk. I also used the Ghost Utilities Partition Table edits frequently while trying to copy SERVICEV001. Spend time understanding the Ghost SRD capabilities.
A note about the ThinkVantage software. I love it. I would never be able to keep my laptop current without it. My next laptop will likely be a Lenovo because of the ThinkVantage software. I did, however, discontinue TV Rescue & Recovery and switched to Norton Ghost. Two things. One, I just didn't feel confident that I knew where my backups were. i.e. Not particularly user friendly. And, two, a couple of years ago it was incompatible with some of the other TV software unless you went through a conversion process. Everybody has a choice.
Many thanks for your help.

How to figure out specs for display replacement T60

The display on my T60 needs to be replaced, but I'm having a lot of trouble figuring out which display I have so I can order a replacement. The computer model is 1953D6U which comes in the following:
14.1-inch XGA (1024 x 768 resolution) TFT display
14.1-inch SXGA+ (1400 x 1050 resolution) TFT display
15 inch XGA (1024 x 768 resolution) TFT display
15 inch SXGA+ (1400 x 1050 resolution) TFT display
15 inch UXGA (1600 x 1200 resolution) TFT display
15.4 inch WXGA (1280x800 resolution) TFT display
15.4 inch WSXGA+ (1680x1050 resolution) TFT display
Since my display is ~12inch across, I think I have the 14.1 inch screen, but how do I know about XGA/SXGA and resolution part?
Help is much appreciated!
-Heather

ThinkPad T60 (1953-D6U)
T2300(1.66GHz), 512MB RAM, 60GB 5400rpm HD, 14.1in 1024x768 LCD, Intel 950, CDRW/DVD, Intel 802.11abg wireless, Modem, 1Gb Ethernet, UltraNav, Secure chip, Fingerprint reader, 6c Li-Ion batt, WinXP Pro
you have the 14.1 inch xga LCD.
Regards,
Jin Li
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Windows 7 Install and Thinkvantage Key Functionality

Hello,
I plan to install Windows 7 Home, however, I don't want to loose the Thinkvantage key and related functionality. If someone could provide an outline to maintain Thinkvntage key functionality with Windows 7 install I would greatly appreciate it.
Current OS: Windows XP SP3
Thinkvantage T60/Type 1953-D7U
Thank you

I installed Windows 7 Enterprise x64 on a W500 and all keys are working fine. Some of the tools are discontinued for Windows 7. One of them is the productivity center which enable the blue Thinkvantage button. I installed the latest version of the productivity center for Vista and works fine for me even if not supported on Windows 7. I'm sure Lenovo will find another use for the Thinkvantage button under Windows 7 tho. Also the presentation director is discontinued so the Fn-F7 will start the built-in feature of Windows 7 which will basically do the same thing instead of starting the presentation director. If you used the advanced features of the presentation director you might find the Windows 7 features a bit limited, but Fn-F7 work properly.
To make all the special keys work properly for your computer using Windows 7 you would need the following:
Lenovo System Interface Driver
Hotkey Features
ThinkVantage Productivity Center (The Vista version)
As i said the productivity center is discontinued for Windows 7 so there will probably be no support from Lenovo in case of problems with the productivity center.
I'm not sure what you mean about related functionality so not sure about that one. If you could be a bit more specific it would be easier to say if it will work or not. The choices find in productivity center (when you press the Thinkvatange button) is mostly shortcuts to other applications/tools that have to be installed to work and don't know what you are currently using.
You can find the available drivers and tools for your system here:
T60, 1953-D7U drivers
You could check if you find something missing there. Also you can use system update 4 for Windows 7 that will download and install most of the drivers/software for you.

Conflicting statements regarding Fn Keys

Lenovo Support Document Title:
How to use the function (Fn) keys on the keyboard -
ThinkPad R60, R60e, R61, T60, T60p, T61, Z61e, Z61m, Z61t
Document id: MIGR-62714
Last modified: 2007-06-10
Conflicting Statements:
First, it says:
"The following table shows what each function key (Fn) key on
your keyboard is for and how to use them.
Note:
    * The Fn key works independently from the operating system."
But, then later, near the bottom:
For: Fn + F9
It says:
    "Note: This function is supported only in
           Windows 2000 and Windows XP."
So, which is it???? "...independent of OS..."
                or: "...only in Windows..."
[Just for the record, I don't use any flavor of Winxxx.]
TPad: T60 - 1953-ELU
OS: eComStation [a.k.a., OS/2]

jrnorman, you took the words out of my keyboard I missed that bit earlier.
The problem with the document is probably that it was created only taking MS OSes into consideration. I don't believe that TPs were sold in June 07 with any flavour of OS other than MS, or it had just started to happen
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Lide Sensor Location

Hello I own a Lenovo T60 1953. A few days ago my rollcage busted so I opened it up to repair it, now that I have repaired it my
laptop will not go into sleep mode nor will the screen shut off when I close the lid.
would any one happen to know where the lid sensor is at? I have an idea on where it is at but am not exactly sure.
I believe it to be at the bottom of the LCD frame in the middle next to the Wifi light, since when taking apart the T60 I saw a small metal square.
can any one help me?
I just need it to go into sleep mode when I close the lid, I am a student and use it for class I am afraid I will one day forget to press the sleep button and have the computer fry in my back pack.

Its generally in the hinge which holds Screen on laptop chassis.
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T60 Laptop Doesn't Display On-Screen Volume After Hotkey Features Integration Update

I have a ThinkPad T60 (2008-HC6) laptop running Windows 8 Pro (32-bit). Today (1-24-2013), I installed the "Hotkey Features Integration for Windows 8" update that was released on January 18, 2013. After reboot, the on-screen indicator that pops up when I change the volume on my laptop by pressing the volume up, volume down, or mute keys doesn't show up. The keys work fine, but the indicator doesn't display.
I've already tried looking for a solution online. One common solution, installing Lenovo Energy Management, didn't solve my problem. No other software was changed on my laptop between when the power indicator last worked and when I installed the Hotkeys update.
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I figured out the problem was with the "On Screen Display" portion of the update. This particular update has two parts to it. First, it adds the "Lenovo Patch Utility" program. Second, it updates the "On Screen Display" program, assuming that an older version was already on the computer being updated. Adding the "Lenovo Patch Utility" didn't cause any harm, but updating the "On Screen Display" prevents the on-screen volume indicator from displaying.
Ultimately, what I ended up doing was removing the "On Screen Display" with the same utility that I used to update it. Then I downloaded the next newest version of the utility and installed that utility's version of the "On Screen Display" program.
My on-screen volume indicator is now back and running fine.

T60 WLAN COMPLETELY GONE after installing latest Update Intel Wireless WiFi Link for Windows XP

I just reinstalled a T60 from scratch TWICE to the point of updating - Intel Wireless Wifi Link for Windows XP -
Just after that very latest Update (3.1.1.1 or so?) there is no WLAN possible and I had to find out, that a system restore is impossible either! (Simply does not work and asks me to get another point and try again)
I have a full backup done by acronis 2010 so that does not bother me so very much.
The point is that I like to WARN everybody to install that Update to their T60 e.g. 2008YWJ !!!
(contains 3945AGB WLAN Module!)
After Updating U HAVE NO CHANCE TO REPAIR IT! U get always the problem signature
szAppName: AcSvc.exe szAppVer: 5.6.1.33 szModName: PfMgrApi.dll
szModVer : 13.0.0.2 offset: 000d4912
and the System wants to report that stuff to MicroSoft...again and again...every time u
start AccessConnections.
U can DEinstall AccessConnections and Intel Wireless Wifi Link for XP completely, reboot
and REinstall it....just 2 get the same messages and NO WLAN anymore.
I could not get out of this Driver Installation Hell until I did a complete Recovery Install and
I got back to Hell when System Update REinstalled Intel Wireless WiFi Link for XP
automagically...;-(((
And again NO CHANCE to roll back, No chance to get rid of that annoying bug. This time I have an ACRONIS-Image so I can spare some time....
Somebody shoud really CHECK this, because it should not be possible to break down an completely NICE RUNNING Thinkpad THIS WAY just by updating it! As it took me abaout 12 Hours of Administration by now I
really would apreciate to help whomever to find out what the hell is responsible 4 this !!!
Why is XP System Restore not working on an T60 to roll back to Point b4 installation of this Update???
(I could not use that Thinkvantage-System Recovery because it did not even get all its updates by the
time the system went in limbo during install! What i defintely can say is that it breaks at exactely
same point when Intel Wifi Updates is installed...
I do my Acronis Restore now and try 2 avoid this Update....;-(
if anybody KNOWS how to get that system 2 an earlier point of an install orgy i whould be thankful to get that information...
I am keeping alive 12 Thinkpads here R40 R50 T42 T43 T60 T61p T400 T500 and NEVER
experienced problems like this in many years!
cheers
GAL9000

gal9000, welcome to the forum,
have you tried running windows system restore from safe mode? It usually works then because some anti-virus softwares will prevent it from running successfully from "normal" windows.
Hope this helps.
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Lots of Icons appear on my T60 Desktop after Lenovo updates

I've been making updates for first time to my T60 laptop--some directly from Lenovo website and some by using ThinkVantage tool (which I also just updated!). And it seems that with each update, or some of them, the Desktop becomes cluttered with icons. They appear related to the updates.
And you can only imagine how many updates have been made if I haven't made any in years for the T60.
Is it okay and safe to delete the icons from desktop? I don't want to remove the actual updates from my system, though.
But these are really cluttering the desktop.
Thank you in advance!
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Hello TuuS,
Thank you for the lesson about PrintScreen. Nice feature.
Here is a print of my desktop with many of the icons that appear after downloading updates on Lenovo site. I've already deleted many.
What do you think?
And I cannot find where one setups "where to download files to" , so I can't change that....
http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r611/framingham123/
Strange, huh?
Thank you again.
Thinkpad T60
TuuS wrote:
First thing I'd recommend is you go to google and search "making and posting screenshots", and you'll realize how easy it is to find answers to simple questions, you'll probably find guides showing every step, but a brief example is...
1. press the "print screen" key
2. open microsoft "paint" (or any photo editor), and click on "edit" and "paste".
3. Save the image (save as) .jpg
4. upload to imageshack.us, photobucket.com, tinypic.com, or similar site and post the link here.
make sure to edit/remove any type of personal information from the screenshot before uploading.

T60 Bios Update Nightmare

Hi there, can anyone help me, or point me to some advice that is similar to this.
I used the thinkvantage button.
I was bored and there inforn of me it said, check for BIOS updates, so I thought why not, updated bios must surely be better than the ones I already had.
They took about 5 minutes to download.
then it said, the system must restart in order for the bios to work, the system shut down, and now will not start up again.
NOTHING. When I press the poweer button, a few lights come on, but not the Hard drive light.
I've just killed the laptop.
Is there anyone how can help me to reanimate it...I've only had it three days.
It's a T60 1952 A32
Thanks.
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Well I guess my problem is sorted, aparently it was a faulty Mother Board, which will be replaced because the warranty is still valid.
I can't help thinking though that the problem of ThinkVantage computer updates causing a complete nightmare is quite a serious one.
On a positive note, the support provided by IBM is great. Within minutes of calling, I was talking to someone, who gave me a fe ideas to try, then when they failed, arranged for a engineer to come out.
ThinkVantage problems, Thumbs down
IBM Thinkpad Support, Thumbs up.

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