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THIS IS RESERVED FOR CUSTOMER TEMPORARILY (SEND MESSAGE)NOT ALL DETAILS IN LISTINGClean (inside / out), CPU repasted, build includes original good condition parts (lasts much longer) - this custom T430 comes with Linux or Qubes (choose 1 of available distros, including hardened or beginner Linux options)

UPDATED: storage change, can increase or decrease storage size to modify price (send a message to compare pricing)

* LAPTOP COMES WITH NEW BATTERY / NEW MAXED OUT BRAND NEW RAM UPGRADE (16 GB)

* YOU RECEIVE THE EXACT LAPTOP PICTURED (view all photos / video)

* COMES WITH GOOD HIGHER RESOLUTION 1600x900 SCREEN IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION
(NO WHITE SPOTS, NO DEAD PIXELS - ALL GOOD)

WANT TO SAVE MONEY? ask for smaller storage (example: depending on stock - ask for larger or smaller, to save), less ram, or ask about used battery, ask about other money saving options

Comes running very easy to use coreboot seaBIOS with custom boot splash, additional settings options compiled in allowing you to swap ctrl keys, and more

PHOTO SHOWS LINUX DEMO: OPTIONALLY CHOOSE ANOTHER AVAILABLE LINUX OS, OR QUBES / WHONIX.

(unique options for customers who care about personal security / privacy)

🪟 COMING FROM WINDOWS, WANT TO TRY LINUX? (If you purchase this, can share resources)

PERFECT 1ST LINUX LAPTOP FOR MIGRATING FROM WINDOWS (send a message for details)

This laptop comes with personally compiled coreboot and even can boot Windows 10: designed for LINUX stability (info: ONLY tested / optimized for Linux stability)

⭐ video VGA out tested (not always case for T430) - see photos of television VGA out testing

🛡️ Ask About Options (not all mentioned on listing)

(SALES GOES BACK INTO CUSTOM HIGH QUALITY / TESTED / SAFER LINUX HARDWARE)

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🔋 Includes new battery

This listing offers everything you need: higher resolution 1600x900 Display, open source wifi mod / installed, Custom Mods (personally configured / compiled coreboot for peace of mind) + IntelME removed / neutralized to max extent + Custom Brand New Mechanical Keyboard installed with physical modifications

⭐ CUSTOM BUILD THINKPAD T430 (see photos / compare)

⭐ Not all coreboot machines have been max neutered or other removals (additional processes) - this one has max neutering servicing. disabled is NOT same.

✅ Goal Here of *respectsyoutech: \"Provide Tech You Can Trust (buying hardware [brand new or used - can share example] always a risk - coreboot personally compiled from source) - Read seller response since account creation. Honest hardware.\"\" -respectsyoutech

Welcome viewing all pics / video, speakers, back, touchpad, keyboard - all very nice / clean - runs Qubes Great - other security / privacy options avail to buyers (additional options offered post purchase). -respectsyoutech

✅ Detail: coreboot does NOT mean intel ME neutered - this extra servicing (intel ME neuter), is included.

More open source hardware, meaning more transparency (custom modifications)

Many hours preparing this laptop for you. Not an average laptop build.

ASK QUESTIONS / INSPECT ALL PHOTOS / VIDEO CAREFULLY BEFORE offerDING

(messages welcome to learn more / help you decide on the right model)

Price includes:

• labor on modifying bios including intel management engine (full disassembly / removal of motherboard / reassembly required) compiling coreboot from sourcecode and replacing closed source BIOS (several hour process)
• labor on modifying (brand new) mechanical keyboard physically for installation (takes time), proper firmware
• furbished with brand new parts installation: RAM / battery / keyboard & more (listed below)
• labor on installing standard Qubes or Linux OS of your choice (ask first please - example list provided)
• labor on open source wifi install (replacing stock)
• cleaning / fresh CPU paste applied (longevity / performance)
• Storage installation and included (optionally encrypted) Linux or Qubes install

⭐ + 🔋 *New Battery, Charger + maxed out NEW RAM upgrade

⭐ video VGA out tested (not always case for T430) - see photos of television VGA out testing

⭐ Nice Looking 💻 Thinkpad T430 (+ custom hardware / firmware modifications)

⭐ Privacy / security beginner options

⭐ Open Source coreboot BIOS replacement (INCLUDED)

⭐ BONUS: IntelME \"Neutered\" - removing maximum IntelME possible (message: ask why you may like this for more open / personal privacy / security)

⭐ Brand New 16GB RAM (INCLUDED)

⭐ NEW BATTERY

⭐ FOR LINUX - CAN PREINSTALL LINUX DESKTOP WITH ENCRYPTION IF DESIRED (INCLUDED)

⭐ QUBES READY: CAN RUN QUBES (HIGHER SECURITY OS) WELL (Or choose a Linux Desktop)

⭐ CUSTOM MECHANICAL KEYBOARD INSTALLED (FITTED TO MODEL + FIRMWARE)

⭐ DETAIL CLEANING / RESTORATION (IN ADDITION TO CUSTOM HARDWARE MODS / INSTALLATION)

⭐ Open Source Supported WiFi NIC

⭐ CPU FRESHLY REPASTED (ENHANCES COOLING / LONGEVITY)

(can recommend Linux OS based on your experience level)

📷 * IMPORTANT *: BEFORE PURCHASE: SEE VIDEO / ALL PICS FOR FULL CONDITION - PHOTOS/ VIDEO ARE OF ACTUAL MODEL BEING OFFERED

PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE UNTIL INSPECTING PICTURES - ASK QUESTIONS ON WHAT LISTING OFFERS

⌨️ Mechanical keyboard physically modified / fitted to T430 (coveted style kb + kb firmware flashed (many consider more enjoyable to type on - same setup as my own daily driver) - capslock light doesn\'t light up on this specific mod - when done 100% right: this is universal, *not a bug: all mechanical kb mods behave *same

Great option for anyone interested or curious about Linux, including aspiring ethical pentesters / cybersecurity, and those who are security / privacy conscious

✅ COREBOOT (OPEN SOURCE FIRMWARE) THINKPAD LINUX DESKTOP:

• Coreboot BIOS (configured / compiled by hand)
• 1600 x 900 screen (higher resolution than comparable options)
• Screen works perfectly (great / no issues / looks good)
• ⭐ BONUS: me_cleaner service (IntelME neutered: maximally removed) - firmware mod / flashing
• ⌨️ Mechanical Keyboard Installed + firmware (Mechanical Keyboard + firmware, ready to play)
• 16 GB RAM ✴️ ask about lowering RAM to lower price
• 🔌 Charger
• 🔋 NEW Condition Battery (lower price for no battery)
• Open Source Supported WiFi (stock wifi removal)
• Wireless Killswitch (bluetooth / wifi)
• CPU repasted (cooler temps / better life / performance)
• Intel HD 4000 graphics (integrated)
• Intel i5-3320M CPU
• sdcard reader / writer
• DVD burner / reader (not found on most today: great for making cheap data backups / watch movies)
• gigabit ethernet
• Multiple USB 3.0 (and 2.0) ports
• modular design means important part upgrades / replace as needed
• Original Touchpad / Palmrest

Your Choice Linux Desktop Preinstalled (encryption optional to protect files) - can include installation DVD if asked

OPERATING SYSTEM OPTIONS (CHOOSE ONLY ONE, ENCRYPTION OPTIONAL):

• Linux Mint (perfect for beginners)
• Hardened Linux Desktop (custom option)
• EndeavourOS (offering additional options here for customers post purchase)
• MX Linux
• Debian
• Kali (ethical pentesting OS)
• Parrot (ethical pentesting or can install home version)
• Ubuntu
• Qubes (WARNING: FOR ADVANCED USERS - LEARNING CURVE)
• Make It A Tails machine (price cut for Tails USB in place of storage)

(not all Linux OS available: please ask in advance, happy to install with optional encryption)

PLEASE CHOOSE ONE OF THE ABOVE OR ASK ABOUT OS BEFORE PURCHASE

(1 guided / automated install included, see examples above - or ask for suggestion)

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🌟 🔑 ASK TO ENCRYPT LINUX INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)

QUESTION? SEND 📬 MESSAGE

⭐ coreboot (personally compiled from source): open source firmware / faster boot times

⭐ Intel ME maximally removed firmware mod / flashing

Questions ❓ Welcome (SEND MESSAGE)

Nice Option For Tails Linux USB - Shown In Some Pics (See Listing To Add This)

Condition: Looks great. See ALL pictures for full condition, functionality tested hardware listed above (see all pictures closely to understand what to expect). See photos - if unsure about anything at all: ask questions before purchase (please)

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ALL LAPTOP PARTS MUST MATCH EXACTLY (pack well to prevent damage)

(see response & order with confidence: since shop creation, 100% response - if ANY questions on condition, please ask: see photos where any cosmetic is shared - hardware runs / looks great)

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