Lenovo ThinkPad R61i

Intro: This configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad R61i is a 5.3-pound, general-purpose notebook computer.Compared to other mainstream consumer notebooks on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $780.Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.

Noteworthy Features: Has a plug-in module media bay, which is considerably more favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.By way of comparison, the typical cost of a product with this favorable a media bay is $1,465.Also, this notebook has only a 5.3-pound weight, which is lighter than some similarly priced notebooks.By way of comparison, the average cost of a product with this light a weight is $1,230.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.

Weaker Features: Only has a Pentium dual Core processor.This is not out of line with the product's price, but is less efficient than the average notebook on the market today.Also, this notebook has only 1 GB RAM, which is less than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the Dell Inspiron 1525, a -pound notebook at around $850, has 4 GB RAM.This notebook's Intel GMA X3100 graphics chip uses system RAM, which sometimes results in slower performance.

Suitability: Suited for those who just need a basic notebook.Comes with a DVD recorder, allowing you to convert home movies from your digital videocamera onto DVDs.Comes with advanced word processing software; whether you regularly create tables of content, elaborate footnotes, or complex newsletters this software can handle it all.Improve your family videos by editing them with this notebook?s bundled video software.Get status reports while on business trips by using this notebook?s built-in Wi-Fi modem to connect to wireless networks in airports and hotels.

Value: Given its very inexpensive price, this notebook has great features for the money.Generally, this economy-class model lacks ?ooh-ahh? 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 notebook'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.

• Manufacturer: Lenovo
• Part number: 77328AU

• General

• Built-in Devices ThinkLight, Wireless LAN antenna, Stereo speakers, Bluetooth antenna
• Embedded Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip , Fingerprint reader
• Width 13.2 in
• Depth 9.3 in
• Height 1.4 in
• Weight 5.3 lbs
• Localization English
• Notebook type Business laptop, Thin-and-light (4-6 lbs.), Budget
• Screen type Wide-screen
• Wireless capabilities 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a, Bluetooth

• Processor

• Processor Intel Pentium Dual Core T2330 / 1.6 GHz
• Multi-Core processor technology Dual-Core
• 64-bit processor Yes
• Data bus speed 533 MHz
• Processor features Intel 64 Technology, Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability
• Chipset type Mobile Intel GM965 Express

• Cache Memory

• Type L2 cache
• Cache size 1 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
• Sound Emission 40 dB

• Storage Controller

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

• Storage

• Floppy Drive None
• Hard Drive 120 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) / 4x (DVD?R DL)
• CD / DVD rewrite speed 16x (CD) / 6x (DVD-RW) / 8x (DVD+RW) / 5x (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)

• 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 PRO/Wireless 3945ABG
• Data link protocol Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
• Networking standards IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

• Expansion / Connectivity

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

• Miscellaneous

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

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Battery - 1 year, 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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