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42W2029 IBM CPU Fan Heatsink for ThinkPad T61 T61P

SKU:

42W2029

Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Compatible with IBM ThinkPad T61 and T61P models
  • Effective cooling with integrated CPU fan and heatsink
  • 42W power rating ensures proper heat dissipation
  • Direct replacement part for maintaining system performance
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$103.00
Product Overview

The 42W2029 IBM CPU Fan Heatsink is a replacement cooling component tailored for ThinkPad T61 and T61P laptops. It combines a fan and heatsink to regulate CPU temperature effectively, fitting directly into the laptop’s cooling system to help maintain reliable performance and hardware longevity.

General Information
Brand IBM
Part Number 42W2029
Technical Specification
Component Type CPU Heatsink
Cooling Method Active
Material Copper heatpipe, aluminum fins, plastic fan housing
Compatibility IBM/Lenovo ThinkPad T61, ThinkPad T61p (FRU/PN 42W2029)
Voltage 5V DC
Connector Type 3-pin DC fan connector
Airflow Direction Exhaust (blows air from CPU across heatsink toward chassis vent)
Physical Characteristics
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Assembly Required Yes
Eco Friendly Yes


Product Description

This IBM CPU fan heatsink is designed to cool the processor in ThinkPad T61 and T61P laptops. It helps manage the heat generated during intensive tasks, maintaining optimal operating temperatures to prevent overheating.

Often found in business and professional laptops, this component is essential for users who rely on their ThinkPad for everyday computing, software development, or multimedia tasks.

Key Features

  • Fits specifically on IBM ThinkPad T61 and T61P models ensuring compatibility
  • Combines fan and heatsink for efficient heat removal
  • Supports stable CPU performance by preventing thermal throttling
  • Easy to install as a direct replacement part
  • Helps extend laptop lifespan by maintaining safe operating temperatures

This heatsink is typically deployed inside laptops used in office environments or mobile workstations where consistent performance is critical. It plays a practical role in reducing system failures related to overheating and keeps the machine running smoothly over time.


Use Cases

The 42W2029 IBM CPU Fan Heatsink is primarily utilized in environments where IBM ThinkPad T61 and T61P laptops remain in active use, often in corporate or educational settings. IT teams managing legacy hardware benefit from this component to ensure consistent thermal management and prevent system overheating during intensive workloads.

How It's Used:

  • Maintaining thermal stability in enterprise IT departments running legacy ThinkPad T61/T61P units under continuous office productivity tasks.
  • Supporting remote or mobile workers who rely on ThinkPad laptops for field operations, requiring reliable cooling in variable ambient conditions.
  • Enabling educational institutions to extend the lifespan of existing laptop fleets without compromising performance during multi-hour lab sessions.
  • Facilitating virtualization testing environments where older ThinkPad models are used for specific application compatibility assessments.
  • Assisting small and medium businesses in managing cost-effective hardware refresh cycles by maintaining efficient cooling on older laptop devices.

This cooling solution helps maintain operational efficiency by preventing thermal-induced throttling and hardware failure in these environments. Its compatibility with ThinkPad T61 and T61P models enables scalable maintenance strategies for organizations relying on these systems.


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42W2029 IBM CPU Fan Heatsink for ThinkPad T61 T61P
42W2029 IBM CPU Fan Heatsink for ThinkPad T61 T61P
$103.00