Lenovo ThinkPad T61 7658 - Core 2 Duo T7500 2.2 GHz - 14.1" TFT

Description: This configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad T61 is a 5.1-pound, mainstream notebook computer.Compared to other consumer level notebooks on the market, it is midpriced at around $1,085.Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.

Pros: Has a plug-in module media bay, which is considerably more favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.In fact, the typical cost of a product with this favorable a media bay is $1,465.Also, this notebook has only a 5.1-pound weight, which is lighter than some similarly priced notebooks.Has a modular media bay -- meaning its DVD? RW(? R DL) / DVD-RAM drive is removable, allowing you easily to swap it out for alternative or upgraded units.This is a Santa Rosa Centrino.

Cons: Has only 1 GB RAM, which is less than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the HP Pavilion tx2120us, a 4.6-pound notebook at around $1, 180, has 4 GB RAM.Shared video memory has an adverse effect on system performance which may be okay for users with more modest graphics needs.Users with more demanding needs should look to a graphics solution that brings its own muscle.

Suitability: A consumer level notebook, suited for general mobile computing.Store massive amounts of data on DVD using the DVD recorder included in this computer.Comes with advanced word processing software; whether you regularly create tables of content, elaborate footnotes, or complex newsletters this software can handle it all.Make your home movies more impressive by using the bundled video software to edit material uploaded from a digital camcorder.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Internet from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled laptop.

Value: Overall, this notebook has great features for the money.For example, when it comes to screen size, the average price of mainstream products with a similar screen size is considerably more -- in fact around $1,279.Generally, this economy-class model lacks whiz-bang appeal, but budget-minded consumers will like the low price.

Suggestions: (1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a wireless access point for your home, so that you can browse the Internet more conveniently from any room.(2) To get the most out of this computer's Bluetooth capability, you could have a Bluetooth-enabled headset, PDA or other device, and be able to link it wirelessly to your computer within a range of 20-or-so feet inside the same room.

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• Manufacturer: Lenovo
• Part Number: 765818U

• General

• Platform Technology Intel Centrino Pro
• Built-in Devices Wireless LAN antenna, Bluetooth antenna, ThinkLight, Stereo speakers
• Embedded Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip , Fingerprint reader
• Width 13.2 in
• Depth 9.3 in
• Height 1.3 in
• Weight 5.1 lbs
• Localization English
• Notebook type Business laptop, Thin-and-light (4-6 lbs.)
• Screen type Wide-screen

• Processor

• Processor Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 / 2.2 GHz
• Multi-Core processor technology Dual-Core
• 64-bit processor Yes
• Data bus speed 800 MHz
• Processor features Intel 64 Technology, Intel Dynamic Acceleration, Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology
• Chipset type Mobile Intel GM965 Express

• Cache Memory

• Type L2 cache
• Cache size 4 MB

• RAM

• Installed Size 1 GB / 3 GB (max)
• Technology DDR2 SDRAM - 667 MHz
• Memory specification compliance PC2-5300
• RAM form factor SO DIMM 200-pin
• RAM configuration features 1 x 1 GB

• Environmental Parameters

• Environmental & energy standards compliance EPA Energy Star, RoHS, EPEAT Silver

• Storage Controller

• Storage controller type Serial ATA/IDE
• Storage Controller / Serial ATA Interface Serial ATA-300

• Storage

• Floppy Drive None
• Hard Drive 160 GB - Serial ATA-150 - 5400 rpm
• Storage Removable None
• Hard drive type Portable

• Optical Storage

• Type DVD?RW (?R DL) / DVD-RAM - Plug-in module
• CD / DVD read speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
• CD / DVD write speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD?R) / 2x (DVD-R DL) / 2.4x (DVD+R DL)
• CD / DVD rewrite speed 16x (CD) / 4x (DVD?RW) / 3x (DVD-RAM)

• Optical Storage (2nd)

• 2nd optical storage type None

• Display

• Display Type 14.1 in TFT active matrix
• Max Resolution 1280 x 800 ( WXGA )
• Widescreen Display Yes
• Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
• Features Anti-glare

• Video

• Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel GMA X3100
• Video Memory Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0

• Audio

• Audio output type Sound card
• Audio codec AD1984HD
• Audio output compliant standards High Definition Audio
• Audio Input Microphone

• Multimedia Functionality

• TV Tuner Type None

• Input Device(s)

• Input device type UltraNav, TrackPoint, Keyboard

• Telecom

• Modem Fax / modem - CDC
• Max transfer rate 56 Kbps
• Protocols & Specifications ITU V.90
• Modem features V.92 upgradable

• Networking

• Networking Network adapter
• Networking / Wireless LAN Supported Yes
• Wireless NIC Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN
• Data link protocol Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft), Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
• Networking standards IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Bays 1 x Ultrabay Slim
• Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 ( 1 ) x ExpressCard/54, 1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - Type I/II, 2 ( 1 ) x Memory - SO DIMM 200-pin
• Interfaces 1 x Modem - Phone line - RJ-11, 3 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 4 pin FireWire, 1 x Docking / port replicator - 240 pin docking, 1 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 1 x Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45

• Miscellaneous

• Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), Hard drive password, Power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, Administrator password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), ThinkPad Roll Cage
• Compliant Standards CUL, MIC, CE, GOST, CCC, DOC, CB, MPR III, CER, UL 60950, NOM, BSMI, RoHS, ACA, MPR II, SASO, FCC Part 15 B, VCCI-II
• Manufacturer Selling Program TopSeller

• Power

• Power device form factor External
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V

• Battery

• Technology 4-cell Lithium ion
• Installed Qty 1 / 2 (max)
• Battery capacity 37.4 Wh
• Mfr estimated battery life 3.6 hour(s)

• Operating System / Software

• OS Provided Microsoft Windows XP Professional
• Microsoft Office Ready Includes a preinstalled image of select 2007 Microsoft Office suites. Purchase a Medialess License Kit (MLK) to activate the software.
• Software ThinkVantage Access Connections, ThinkVantage Client Security, ThinkVantage Productivity Center with Away Manager, Diskeeper Home Edition, ThinkVantage System Migration Assistant, ThinkVantage System Update, Sonic Solutions Drive Letter Access (DLA), Multimedia Center for Think Offerings, Adobe Reader, Norton Internet Security (90 days subscription), Windows Live Search, InterVideo WinDVD, Sonic RecordNow!, Fingerprint Software, InterVideo WinDVD Creator, Google Picasa, ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery, ThinkPad Utilities, Microsoft Office 2007 (Trial), Windows Live Toolbar, PC Doctor, Lotus Notes Stand-alone Client license

• Environmental Standards

• EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver
• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year - Pick-up and return

• Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics'

• Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (June 2008) 3.9
• Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008) 7.3

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