⭐ T430 Coreboot + rare me_cleaner servicing + Classic Mechanical Keyboard Mod ⭐

⭐ Current price comes with NEW (modified) keyboard (see above)

💻 Coreboot configured / compiled by hand for this model (not pre-built)

⭐ BONUS: IntelME Neutered - extra external flashing removed maximum possible Intel Management Engine (message: find out why you may love this for more open source / personal privacy / security)

📷 * IMPORTANT *: BEFORE PURCHASE: SEE ALL PICS FOR FULL CONDITION <-- WE ASK, PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE UNTIL INSPECTING PICTURES - ASK QUESTIONS IF YOU HAVE ANY - Happy To Answer!

⌨️ Mechanical keyboard has been physically modified to fit T430 (stock replaced with coveted T420 kb + ec firmware flashed (many consider more enjoyable to type on - same setup daily driver)

Why IntelME neutering (me_cleaner)? Heard of Intel Management Engine? Coming on all Intel Computers since 2007. This + AMT is security / privacy concern: Here it has been neutered! Maximum removed from this laptop (rare service, 99.9999% of laptops do not have this servicing).

For those who care, IntelME is security / privacy concern "blackbox" with full access to entire system: here it has been neutered for you (physical chip mod service), and open source Coreboot firmware replaces equivalent proprietary BIOS

⭐ USPS PRIORITY SHIPPING 📬

✅ COREBOOT OPEN SOURCE FIRMWARE THINKPAD LINUX DESKTOP:

• Coreboot BIOS (configured + compiled + flashed by hand for this model)
  
• ⭐ BONUS: me_cleaner service (IntelME neutered: maximally removed) - extra firmware mod / flash
  
• Traditional Keyboard Mod + firmware (T420 Style Mechanical Keyboard - Thinkpad aficionado Favorite!)
  
• NEW 1TB Storage (⭐ brand new hdd)
  
• 16 GB RAM ✴️ ask about lowering ram to lower price
  
• Charger
• Good Battery
• Open Source Supported WiFi (replaced stock wifi)
  
• Wireless Killswitch (bluetooth / wifi)
• CPU repasted (cooler temps / better life / performance)
• Intel HD 4000 graphics (integrated)
• sdcard reader / writer
• DVD burner / reader (great for making cheap data backups)
• gigabit ethernet
• USB 3.0 (and 2.0) ports

Comes preinstalled with Linux Desktop (encryption optional to protect files)

OPERATING SYSTEM OPTIONS (CHOOSE ONE): EndeavourOS / MX Linux / Qubes + Whonix VM

⚠️ WARNING: if you choose Qubes + Whonix VM, beware - this is only recommended for advanced users; please know what you are getting into if you choose Qubes (please ask questions first if you have any)

* * PLEASE DO LEAVE POSITIVE FEEDBACK - SATISFACTION #1 GOAL 

📨 contact to resolve issues -- Thank You

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🌟 🔑 ASK TO ENCRYPT LINUX INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)

QUESTION? SEND 📬 MESSAGE

⭐ Coreboot: faster boot times / mitigates potential issues in proprietary BIOS / UEFI

⭐ IntelME maximally removed using me_cleaner firmware mod flashing

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 Questions ❓ Welcome (SEND MESSAGE)

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

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Condition: See ALL pictures for full condition, functionality tested for all hardware listed above, no visible scratches on screen (see all pictures closely to understand what to expect - pictures of actual model). For any potential wear: see photos - if unsure about anything at all: ask questions before purchase (please)

[ DELIVERY SIGNATURE MAY BE REQUIRED FOR SOME LISTINGS / NEW ACCOUNTS ]

RETURNS / EXCHANGE WITHIN 30 DAYS: * BUYER PAYS RETURN SHIPPING COST:
ALL LAPTOP PARTS MUST MATCH EXACTLY (pack well to prevent damage)

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

⭐ ANY QUESTIONS AT ALL? SEND MESSAGE, LOOKING FORWARD TO CHATTING WITH YOU! 😀