Lenovo ThinkPad T61 (Core 2 Duo 2GHz, 1GB RAM, 160GB HDD, Vista Business)

Intro: This configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad T61 is a 5.3-pound, general-purpose notebook computer.Compared to other mainstream consumer notebooks on the market, it is midpriced at around $1,160.Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.Features NVIDIA quadro NVS 140M graphics with 100 MB and over of video memory.

Noteworthy Features: Comes with Microsoft Windows Vista and Microsoft Windows Vista business OS, which is somewhat more favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.By way of comparison, the typical cost of a product with a comparable set of OS is $1,420.Also, this notebook has 1440 x 900 native screen resolution, which is somewhat higher than some similarly priced notebooks.By way of comparison, the typical cost of a product with this high a native screen resolution is $1,630.This is a Santa Rosa Centrino.

Weaker Features: Has only 1 GB RAM, which is less than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the Toshiba G55-Q801, a -pound notebook at around $1, 265, has 4 GB RAM.

Suitability: A mainstream consumer notebook, suited for general mobile computing.Archive your digital videos using this notebook's DVD writer.This portable also has a CD writer, allowing you to compile your own audio CDs or video CDs.Includes advanced word processing software; whether you regularly create tables of content, elaborate footnotes, or complex newsletters this software can handle it all.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.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 Web 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 computer hard drive.

General Recommended Use Small business Platform Technology Intel Centrino Windows Vista Certification Windows Vista Premium Ready System Type Notebook System Flash Memory Intel Turbo Memory (1 GB) 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 5.3 lbs Localization English Notebook type Thin-and-light (4-6 lbs.) Screen type Wide-screen 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, Intel Dynamic Acceleration, Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology Chipset type Mobile Intel PM965 Express Cache Memory Type L2 cache Cache size 4 MB RAM Installed Size 1 GB / 3 GB (max) Technology DDR II 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 RoHS, EPA Energy Star, EPEAT Silver 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 - 7200 rpm Storage Removable None Hard drive type Standard Optical Storage Type DVD?RW/CD-RW combo - Integrated 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 1440 x 900 ( WXGA+ ) Widescreen Display Yes Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors) Features Anti-glare Video Graphics Processor / Vendor NVIDIA Quadro NVS 140M PCI Express x16 Video Memory 100 MB and over 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 IEEE 802.11 a/b/g, Ethernet Networking standards IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft) 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, 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 6-cell Lithium ion Installed Qty 1 / 2 (max) Battery capacity 56.2 Wh Mfr estimated battery life 3.8 hour(s) Manufacturer Warranty Service & Support 3 years warranty Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Battery - 1 year, Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 3 years - Pick-up and return 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, ThinkVantage System Migration Assistant, ThinkVantage System Update, Multimedia Center for Think Offerings, Adobe Reader, Norton Internet Security (90 days subscription), Windows Live Search, Microsoft Office OneNote 2007, Fingerprint Software, Google Picasa, ThinkPad Utilities, ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery, Windows Live Toolbar, PC Doctor, Lotus Notes Stand-alone Client license Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008) 7.3

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