ThinkPad 701C with a Framework brain transplant
A project merges Thinkpad 701C with modern tech: Framework mainboard, iPad 7 display, original keyboard/trackpoint, USB-A/C, GigE ports. Custom adaptations, new components designed. Positive community feedback received.
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A project involving a Thinkpad 701C with a Framework "brain transplant" is underway, combining old and new technologies. The laptop features a Framework mainboard, an iPad 7 display panel, original keyboard and trackpoint, and various ports including USB-A, USB-C, GigE, and more. The creator adapted the iPad panel to work with the mainboard's eDP connector and designed a custom USB-C port replicator for additional connectivity. The keyboard and trackpoint are connected to a microcontroller running QMK firmware. The project involves designing new components like a lower case and hinge bracket to fit everything inside the 701C's form factor. The creator plans to share design files on GitHub once completed. The project has garnered positive feedback from the community, with enthusiasts appreciating the blend of old and new technologies in this innovative endeavor.
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