Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 Repair
We repair the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 at our workshop in Bermondsey, from cracked screens and worn batteries to board faults and data recovery. It is a 15.6-inch laptop from 2018, identified by machine types 20MF, 20MG. Both the drive and, on most configurations, the memory can be upgraded, which makes it a good candidate for a refresh.
- Machine types
- 20MF, 20MG
- Released
- 2018
- Type
- Laptop
- Screen
- 15.6-inch
- Storage
- M.2 SSD, two slots on most configurations
- Memory
- SODIMM slots
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 repairs and upgrades
Screen replacement
Cracked, flickering or lined 15.6-inch screens are replaced with a matching panel. Where the picture comes and goes as the lid moves, we check the display cable and hinges first.
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SSD and storage upgrade
Most configurations of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 have two M.2 slots, so a second SSD can be added, or the existing one cloned to a larger drive.
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Memory upgrade
Most configurations of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 have SODIMM memory slots, so memory can be increased. We check what is fitted and the maximum the board supports.
Windows repair and reinstall
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 meets Microsoft's Windows 11 requirements in most configurations. We upgrade from Windows 10, which reached end of support in October 2025, or reinstall Windows 11 cleanly with your files kept.
Battery replacement
We replace the internal battery and check the charging circuit and adapter at the same time. On a 2018 machine a worn battery is the likely cause of short runtime, and we measure its capacity before recommending anything else.
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Keyboard and trackpad repair
The keyboard is a separate part on most ThinkPads and is replaced without disturbing the rest of the machine. Trackpad and TrackPoint buttons are replaced the same way.
Charging port and power repair
Charging is over USB-C. A loose or dead port is replaced where it is a separate part, or repaired on the motherboard where it is soldered.
We also carry out motherboard repair, liquid damage repair, overheating and fan repair, hinge and casing repair, virus removal on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1, along with USB, HDMI and audio port repair, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth card replacement, webcam and speaker faults, BIOS password removal with proof of ownership and data transfer to a new machine.
What we see on the bench
- A forgotten supervisor password is stored in a security chip and cannot be reset from software.
- Memory is soldered on the X1 and recent X-series machines, so it is fixed at purchase.
- USB-C charging port wear is the board repair we see most on these.
Data recovery from the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1
The SSD in the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 can be removed and imaged on our own equipment, so files can usually be recovered even when the machine will not start.
Estimate the cost with our data recovery calculator, or read about recovering files after a ransomware attack.
Where the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 sits in the range
Its nearest relatives in the Lenovo ThinkPad X Series and X1 range are the newer Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 2 (2019). It is the earliest 15.6-inch model of the range that we list.
Questions
Can the SSD or memory in the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 be upgraded?
The SSD can be replaced, and most configurations have a second M.2 slot. Memory is in slots on most configurations and can be increased.
My Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 will not turn on. Is my data lost?
Usually not. The drive is separate from the fault in most cases, and we can remove it and copy your files even if the machine itself is not worth repairing.
Where do I find the model number on my laptop?
The base label shows the model name and a machine type, four characters such as 20W0 or 82H8. For this model, look for 20MF or 20MG.
Can the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 1 run Windows 11?
Yes, in most configurations.