Thinkpad X230 Quad Core Upgraded, Whitelists removed and advanced bios menu unlocked!

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  • thinkpad-ec

    Infrastructure for examining and patching Thinkpad embedded controller firmware

    • Hi, here is the link to the Github page for EC flashing https://github.com/hamishcoleman/thinkpad-ec

  • 1vyrain

    LiveUSB Bootable exploit chain to unlock all features of xx30 ThinkPad machines. WiFi Whitelist, Advanced Menu, Overclocking.

    • And here for 1vyrain https://github.com/n4ru/1vyrain

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  • IVprep

    Downgrade any xx30 series ThinkPad to an 1vyrain compatible BIOS version.

    • And IVprep https://github.com/n4ru/IVprep/

  • heads

    A minimal Linux that runs as a coreboot or LinuxBoot ROM payload to provide a secure, flexible boot environment for laptops, workstations and servers.

    • Yes, I run heads/coreboot on mine.

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