[unknown_error]

Mistakes like what? I'd love to learn more.

[baybal2]

1. Extremely huge, irregular shape, multilayer PCB

2. Complete lack of modularity, serviceability, and odd assembly order. This means minor changes will need mobo redesign. And defect found after test, or on return equals scrapping the unit.

3. Custom mechanical parts used liberally

4. Too many programmable ICs

5. Extremely wasteful use of case space to work around rigidity issues.

[unknown_error]

Ah, thanks for explaining! Sounds like pitfalls of going with a custom design.

Do you think it's a necessary tradeoff? Are other laptops with custom designs subject to the same internal engineering mistakes?