Lenovo ThinkPad X300 6477 - Core 2 Duo SL7100 1.2 GHz - 13.3" TFT

Intro: This configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad X300 is a 3.4-pound, ultra compact notebook computer.Compared to other ultra compact notebooks on the market, it is relatively expensive at around $2,955.Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.

Noteworthy Features: Has only a 3.4-pound weight, which is considerably lighter than some similarly priced notebooks.Also, this notebook has a plug-in module media bay, which is considerably more favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.The DVD-Writer 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 only a 64GB hard drive, which is somewhat smaller than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the ASUSTek Asus Lamborghini VX3-A1, a 3.7-pound notebook at around $3, 215, has a 320GB hard drive.Also, this notebook has a DVD-Writer removable disc drive, which is somewhat less favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.This notebook's Intel GMA X3100 graphics chip uses system RAM, which sometimes results in slower performance.

Suitability: Suitable for those who consider weight the most important feature.Bring along your favorite movies and watch them on your notebook with the included DVD player.Includes office-grade word processing software -- fine for most serious business or academic document authors.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: Notwithstanding its relatively expensive price, this notebook has good 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, handheld 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: 64771TU

• General

• Platform Technology Intel Centrino with vPro Technology
• 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 , Fingerprint reader
• Width 12.5 in
• Depth 9.1 in
• Height 1 in
• Weight 3.4 lbs
• Color Black
• Localization English / United States
• Notebook type Business laptop, Ultraportable (Under 4 lbs.), Vista certified system
• Screen type Wide-screen
• Wireless capabilities 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11 pre-N, Bluetooth

• Processor

• Processor Intel Core 2 Duo SL7100 / 1.2 GHz
• Multi-Core processor technology Dual-Core
• 64-bit processor Yes
• Core voltage technology Low-Voltage (LV)
• 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 GS965 Express

• Cache Memory

• Type L2 cache
• Cache size 4 MB