Lenovo ThinkPad T61 (Core 2 Duo 2GHz, 1GB RAM, 80GB HDD, Vista Business)

Intro: This configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad T61 is a 5.3-pound, mainstream consumer notebook computer.Compared to other mainstream consumer notebooks on the market, it is midpriced at around $1,285.Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.

Noteworthy Features: Has a plug-in module media bay, which is more favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.Also, this notebook comes with Microsoft Windows Vista business and Microsoft Windows Vista OS, which is somewhat more favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.The CD-RW/ DVD-ROM combo is housed in a modular plug-in drive bay, which is more upgradeable and gives you more options than an integrated drive.

Weaker Features: Has a CD-RW/ DVD-ROM combo removable disc drive, which is somewhat less favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.Also, this notebook has only a 80GB hard drive, which is somewhat smaller than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the ASUSTek Asus M70SA-A1, a -pound notebook at around $1, 270, has a 320GB hard drive.Graphics-intensive applications (such as texture-rich games, DVD playback, and video editing) will hinder performance on a system that relies on shared video memory.

Suitability: A mainstream notebook, suited for general mobile computing.Travel with your own digital entertainment center ? this computer comes with a DVD player.This notebook also has a CD writer, allowing you to compile your own music CDs or video CDs.Includes advanced word processing software -- fine for most serious business or academic document authors.Develop your digital darkroom savvy using the photo editing software bundled with this notebook.Get status reports while on business trips by using this laptop?s built-in Wi-Fi modem to connect to wireless networks in airports and hotels.

Value: Overall, this notebook has great features for the money.

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.

Vista capable: The Windows Vista Capable logo identifies hardware that delivers the Windows Vista experience at a minimum.

• Manufacturer: Lenovo
• Part number: 76591PU

• General

• Windows Vista Certification Windows Vista Capable
• Built-in Devices Wireless LAN antenna, Bluetooth antenna, ThinkLight, Stereo speakers
• Embedded Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
• Width 13.2 in
• Depth 10.3 in
• Height 1.3 in
• Weight 5.3 lbs
• Localization English
• Notebook type Thin-and-light (4-6 lbs.), Vista certified system
• Screen type Wide-screen
• Wireless capabilities 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a, Bluetooth

• Processor

• Processor Intel Core 2 Duo T7300 / 2 GHz
• Multi-Core processor technology Dual-Core
• 64-bit processor Yes
• Data bus speed 800 MHz
• Processor features Intel 64 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
• Storage Controller / Serial ATA Interface Serial ATA-300

• Storage

• Floppy Drive None
• Hard Drive 80 GB - Serial ATA-150 - 5400 rpm
• Storage Removable None
• Hard drive type Portable

• Optical Storage

• Type CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo - Plug-in module
• CD / DVD read speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
• CD / DVD write speed 24x
• CD / DVD rewrite speed 24x

• Optical Storage (2nd)

• 2nd optical storage type None

• Card Reader

• Card reader type 4 in 1 card reader
• Supported flash memory cards MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick Pro, SD Memory Card, XD-Picture Card

• 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

• 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

• 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 ThinkPad 11a/b/g
• Data link protocol Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth 2.0, IEEE 802.11g
• 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 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 ThinkVantage Active Protection System, 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
• Pricing Type Academic

• Power

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

• Battery

• Technology 6-cell Lithium ion
• Installed Qty 1 / 2 (max)
• Battery capacity 56.16 Wh
• Mfr estimated battery life 5.7 hour(s)

• Operating System / Software

• OS Provided Microsoft Windows Vista Business, Microsoft Windows Vista
• 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 Client Security, ThinkVantage Access Connections, ThinkVantage Productivity Center with Away Manager, Diskeeper Home Edition, Adobe Instructor Resource Center, Norton Internet Security, ThinkVantage System Migration Assistant, ThinkVantage System Update, Multimedia Center for Think Offerings, Adobe Reader, Windows Live Search, Microsoft Office OneNote 2007, Adobe Photoshop Elements 5.0, VitalSource Library College Edition, ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery, ThinkPad Utilities, Adobe Premiere Elements 3.0, Windows Live Toolbar, PC Doctor, Lotus Notes Stand-alone Client license