Yes, that's another reason I've avoided upgrading--I really appreciate the ability to swap the battery out in the middle of a long flight without a screwdriver.

Yes, that's another reason I've avoided upgrading--I really appreciate the ability to swap the battery out in the middle of a long flight without a screwdriver. Basically everything in the X200 is user-serviceable; you can even replace the keyboard without taking it in, provided you can find the parts you need. The only thing I'd be worried about is being able to find new batteries for it; worth looking into before you pull the trigger.