Lenovo ThinkPad SL300 2738 - Core 2 Duo T5870 2 GHz - 13.3" TFT

Description: This configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad SL300 is a 4.6-pound, mainstream notebook computer.Compared to other consumer level notebooks on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $760.The 13.3 inch widescreen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800, which is fairly standard among notebooks.Runs on the Intel Core 2 Duo processor.This notebook includes a 160GB hard disk drive and 1 GB of memory.

Pros: Includes an HDMI port so you can easily output the notebook's audio and video to a compatible TV or monitor.An anti-theft security tether can be fastened into the built-in lock slot.

Cons: Has a modest 2 GHz CPU speed.This is not out of line with the product's price, but is slower than the average notebook on the market today.The poor battery performance of this laptop means it has to be recharged more frequently than other notebooks in its class.Shared video memory has a negative impact 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: Suited for those who just need a basic notebook.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Internet from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled notebook.Comes with a DVD player for watching movies.

Value: In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this notebook has great features for the money.Generally, it should be considered by serious bargain hunters.

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) Using this PC's Firewire (1394) port, you can connect to many digital videocameras and other equipment to rapidly upload data to the notebook hard drive.

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• Manufacturer: Lenovo
• Part Number: 2738K3U

• General

• Platform Technology Intel Centrino
• Built-in Devices Stereo speakers, Wireless LAN antenna
• Width 12.5 in
• Depth 9.4 in
• Height 1.3 in
• Weight 4.6 lbs
• Color Black
• Localization English
• Notebook type Thin-and-light (4-6 lbs.), Budget
• Screen type Widescreen
• Wireless capabilities IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11 n (draft)

• Processor

• Processor Intel Core 2 Duo T5870 / 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
• Chipset type Mobile Intel GM45 Express

• Cache Memory

• Type L2 cache
• Cache size 2 MB

• RAM

• Installed Size 1 GB / 4 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 standards EPEAT Gold, RoHS, EPA Energy Star

• Storage Controller

• Storage controller type Serial ATA
• 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-Writer - Integrated

• Optical Storage (2nd)

• 2nd optical storage type None

• Card Reader

• Card reader type 7 in 1 card reader
• Supported flash memory cards Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick Pro, SDHC Memory Card, xD-Picture Card Type H

• Display

• Display Type 13.3 in TFT active matrix
• Max Resolution 1280 x 800 ( WXGA )
• Widescreen Display Yes
• Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
• Features Glossy, LED-backlit, VibrantView

• Video

• Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel GMA 4500MHD Dynamic Video Memory Technology 5.0

• Audio

• Audio output type Sound card
• Audio codec CX20561
• Audio output compliant standards High Definition Audio
• Audio Input Stereo microphone

• Input Device(s)

• Input device type Keyboard, UltraNav, TrackPoint
• Features Spill-proof

• Telecom

• Modem Fax / modem
• 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 WiFi Link 5100
• Data link protocol Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft)
• Networking standards IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft)

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Bays None
• Expansion Slots Total (Free) 2 ( 1 ) x Memory - SO DIMM 200-pin, 1 ( 1 ) x ExpressCard/54
• Interfaces 3 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Display / video - HDMI, 1 x Modem - Phone line - RJ-11, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 4 pin FireWire, 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm

• Miscellaneous

• Features Power-on password, Hard drive password, Administrator password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
• Compliant Standards CE, ACA, CCC, CER, MIC, NOM, BSMI, RoHS, SASO, MPR II, UL 60950, IEC 60950, FCC Part 15 B, CISPR 22 Class B, VCCI Class B ITE, CSA C22.2 No. 950
• Manufacturer Selling Program TopSeller

• Power

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

• Battery

• Technology 6-cell Lithium ion
• Installed Qty 1 / 1 (max)
• Battery capacity 2400 mAh
• Mfr estimated battery life 4.5 hour(s)

• Operating System / Software

• OS Provided Microsoft Windows Vista Business / XP Professional downgrade
• OS Preinstalled Windows XP
• Microsoft Office Ready Includes a preinstalled image of select 2007 Microsoft Office suites. Purchase a Medialess License Kit (MLK) to activate the software.
• Software PC Doctor, Lenovo Care, Adobe Reader, ThinkPad Utilities, Windows Live Search, Fingerprint Software, Windows Live Toolbar, Lenovo Password Manager, ThinkVantage System Update, ThinkVantage Access Connections, ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery, Roxio Creator Small Business Edition, Microsoft Office 2007 (60 days trial), McAfee VirusScan Plus with SiteAdvisor (30 days of virus definitions)

• Manufacturer Warranty

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

• Sustainability

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
• EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold
• Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 2.5

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Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/