> Subject: [Thinkpad] T42 broken, logic board needs to be replaced
 
> Hi all,
> 
> My T42 is broken. The logic board is not working any more and needs to be

> replaced. They wanted $500 (!) to fix it... This is way too much than I want

> to spend, since I have had this computer for six years.

> Is there a cheaper alternative to fix it? Also, let's say I don't fix it, so

> the logic board stays the same broken logic board. Is there a way to salvage

> certain files on the hard drive?

> 

> Thanks.


 

Hi Jerry,

 

If you just want to get the data off the drive, remove it from the computer and 
then connect it to a functional one using an SATA/IDE to USB adapter or an 
external drive dock. You can get either one from typical online retailers or a 
well-stocked computer store.

 

Bruce
                                          
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