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| author | Francis Rowe <info@gluglug.org.uk> | 2014-11-28 05:07:04 (EST) |
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| committer | Francis Rowe <info@gluglug.org.uk> | 2014-12-11 18:23:16 (EST) |
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diff --git a/docs/hcl/x200.html b/docs/hcl/x200.html new file mode 100644 index 0000000..e7dbc29 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/hcl/x200.html @@ -0,0 +1,175 @@ +<!DOCTYPE html> +<html> +<head> + <meta charset="utf-8"> + <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1"> + + <style type="text/css"> + @import url('../css/main.css'); + </style> + + <title>ThinkPad X200</title> +</head> + +<body> + + <h1 id="pagetop">ThinkPad X200</h1> + <p> + This sections relates to known hardware compatibility in libreboot. + </p> + <p> + Or <a href="index.html">back to main index</a>. + </p> + + <p> + It is believed that all X200 laptops are compatible. X200s and X200t may also work, + but require soldering (for the initial installation/flashing of a ROM image, or + dumping the current firmware). <b>Only the X200 is tested so far.</b> + </p> + <p> + It *might* be possible to put an X200 motherboard in an X201 chassis, though this is currently untested + by the libreboot project. The same may also apply between X200s and X201s; again, this is untested. + <b>It's most likely true.</b> + </p> + + <p> + There are two possible flash chip sizes for the X200: 4MiB (32Mbit) or 8MiB (64Mbit). + This can be identified by the type of flash chip below the palmrest: 4MiB is SOIC-8, 8MiB + is SOIC-16. + </p> + + <p> + <b>The X200 laptops come with ME (and sometimes AMT) before flashing libreboot. Libreboot disables and removes it + by using a modified descriptor: see <a href="x200_remove_me.html">x200_remove_me.html</a></b> (contains notes, plus + instructions) + </p> + + <p> + Flashing instructions can be found at <a href="../install/index.html#flashrom_x200">../install/index.html#flashrom_x200</a> + </p> + +<hr/> + + <h1 id="lcd_supported_list">LCD compatibility list</h1> + <p> + Unless otherwise noted (italic styling, underlined), these are CCFL 1280x800 screens with TN panels inside. + Please do advise if you spot mistakes here. + </p> + <p> + Use the instructions at <a href="../misc/index.html#get_edid_panelname">../misc/index.html#get_edid_panelname</a> + to get the name of your panel, then check it against the list below. If your panel is untested, then by all means + try it! (and get in touch with the libreboot project to advise whether or not it worked). + </p> + <p> + AUO = AU Optronics. List of panels below based on + <a href="http://www.thinkwiki.org/wiki/TFT_display">http://www.thinkwiki.org/wiki/TFT_display</a> + </p> + <p> + Tested LCD panels (confirmed working): + </p> + <ul> + <li>X200/X200s: LG-Philips LP121WX3-TLC1 (sgsit on IRC has this panel) (LED backlight)</li> + <li>X200/X200s: Samsung LTN121AT03 (phcoder on IRC has this panel)</li> + <li>X200/X200s: AUO B121EW03 V.6 (fchmmr on IRC has this panel)</li> + </ul> + <p> + Untested LCD panels (status unknown): + </p> + <ul> + <li>X200 Tablet: TMD-Toshiba LTD121KX6B (LED backlight)</li> + <li>X200/X200s: TMD-Toshiba LTD121EWVB</li> + <li>X200/X200s: AOU B121EW09 V.2 (LED backlight)</li> + <li>X200/X200s: FRU 42T0715 (no manufacturer/model given) (LED backlight)</li> + <li>X200/X200s: LG-Philips LP121WX3-TLA1 (LED backlight)</li> + <li>X200/X200s: 42T0713 FRU (no model/manufacturer given) (LED backlight)</li> + <li>X200s (not X200): TMD-Toshiba LTD121EQ3B (1440x900 resolution) (LED backlight)</li> + </ul> + <p> + <a href="#pagetop">Back to top of page.</a> + </p> + + <h2 id="ips"> + AFFS/IPS panels + </h2> + <h3>X200</h3> + <p> + Adapted from <a href="https://github.com/bibanon/Coreboot-ThinkPads/wiki/ThinkPad-X200">https://github.com/bibanon/Coreboot-ThinkPads/wiki/ThinkPad-X200</a> + </p> + <p> + Look at wikipedia for difference between TN and IPS panels. IPS have much better colour/contrast than + a regular TN, and will typically have good viewing angles. + </p> + <p> + These seem to be from the X200 tablet. You need to find one without the glass touchscreen protection on it + (might be able to remove it, though). It also must not have a digitizer on it (again, might be possible to + just simply remove the digitizer). + </p> + <ul> + <li>BOE-Hydis HV121WX4-120, HV121WX4-110 or HV121WX4-100 - cheap-ish, might be hard to find</li> + <li>Samsung LTN121AP02-001 - common to find, cheap</li> + </ul> + <p> + <b>If your X200 has an LED backlit panel in it, then you also need to get an inverter and harness cable + that is compatible with the CCFL panels. To see which panel type you have, see + <a href="#led_howtotell">#led_howtotell</a>. If you need the inverter/cable, here are part numbers: + 44C9909 for CCFL LVDS cable with bluetooth and camera connections, and 42W8009 or 42W8010 for the + inverter.</b> + </p> + <p> + There are glossy and matte versions of these. Matte means anti-glare, which is what you want (in this authors opinion). + </p> + <p> + Refer to the HMM (hardware maintenance manual) for how to replace the screen. + </p> + <p>Sources:</p> + <ul> + <li><a href="http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=84941">ThinkPad Forums - Matte AFFS Panel on X200</a></li> + <li><a href="http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?p=660662#p660662">ThinkPad Forums - Parts for X200 AFFS Mod</a></li> + <li><a href="http://thinkwiki.de/X200_Displayumbau">ThinkWiki.de - X200 Displayumbau</a> (achtung: du musst lesen und/oder spreche deutsch; + oder ein freund fur hilfe)</li> + </ul> + <h3>X200s</h3> + <p> + <a href="http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?p=618928#p618928">http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?p=618928#p618928</a> + explains that the X200s screens/assemblies are thinner. You need to replace the whole lid with one from a normal X200/X201. + </p> + + <p> + <a href="#pagetop">Back to top of page.</a> + </p> + +<hr/> + + <h1 id="led_howtotell">How to tell if it has an LED or CCFL?</h1> + + <p> + Some X200's have a CCFL backlight and some have an LED backlight, in their LCD panel. This + also means that the inverters will vary, so you must be careful if ever replacing either + the panel and/or inverter. (a CCFL inverter is high-voltage and will destroy an LED backlit panel). + </p> + <p> + CCFL's contain mercury. An X200 with a CCFL backlight will (<b></b>unless it has been changed to an LED, + with the correct inverter. Check with your supplier!</b>) the following: <i>"This product + contains Lithium Ion Battery, Lithium Battery and a lamp which contains mercury; dispose according to + local, state or federal laws"</i> (one with an LED backlit panel will say something different). + </p> + <p> + <a href="#pagetop">Back to top of page.</a> + </p> + +<hr/> + + <p> + Copyright © 2014 Francis Rowe <info@gluglug.org.uk><br/> + This document is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International Public License and all future versions. + A copy of the license can be found at <a href="../license.txt">../license.txt</a>. + </p> + + <p> + This document is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, + but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of + MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See <a href="../license.txt">../../license.txt</a> for more information. + </p> + +</body> +</html> |