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Lenovo ThinkPad T400 Laptop Computer

Manufacturer: Lenovo Part number: 7417PKU

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Intro: This configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad T400 is a 5.1-pound, thin-and-light notebook computer.Compared to other thin-and-light notebooks on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $870.The 14.1 inch widescreen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800, which is fairly standard among laptops.Runs on the Intel Core 2 Duo chip.This notebook comes with a 250GB hard disk drive and 2 GB of RAM.

Noteworthy Features: Has 6.5-hour estimated battery life, which is somewhat longer than some similarly priced notebooks.In fact, the average cost of a product with this ample an estimated battery life is $1,715.The built-in fingerprint reader will speed up the log in process while adding a strong layer of data protection.An anti-theft security tether can be fastened into the built-in lock slot.

Weaker Features: The poor battery performance of this notebook means it has to be recharged more often than other laptops in its class.Shared video memory has an adverse effect 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: A thin-and-light notebook, suited for business computing.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Web from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled laptop.Archive your digital videos using this notebook's DVD writer.A unique feature of this notebook is the "ThinkLight," which shines down from above the screen to illuminate the specially coated keys on the keyboard -- great for typing in low-light conditions.

Value: In view of its very inexpensive price, 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) Using this PC's Firewire (1394) port, you can connect to many digital camcorders and other equipment to rapidly upload data to the computer hard drive.

DUMP: DUMP HARD DRIVE RANKOF= 0.457698.DUMP camera sensor resolution RANKOF= 0.250855.DUMP BATTERY RUN TIME RANKOF= 0.196579.DUMP resolution class= fairly standard among.DUMP native screen resolution= 1280 x 800.DUMP briefs display= widescreen.DUMP Graphics card series rank= 0.430171 class= older.

Greenpeace: The Greenpeace Guide to Greener Electronics (greenpeace.org/electronics) ranks leading mobile and PC manufacturers on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the best.The scoring is based on the companies' global policies; on their practice of eliminating harmful chemicals; and on how they take responsibility for their products once discarded by consumers.

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Manufacturer: Lenovo
Part number: 7417PKU

General
Platform Technology Intel Centrino 2
Built-in Devices ThinkLight, Stereo speakers, Wireless LAN antenna
Embedded Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip , Fingerprint reader
Width 13.2 in
Depth 10.6 in
Height 1.3 in
Weight 5.1 lbs
Color Black
Localization English
Notebook type Thin-and-light (4-6 lbs.)
Screen type Widescreen
Wireless capabilities IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11 n (draft), IEEE 802.11b
Processor
Processor Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 / 2.26 GHz
Multi-Core Technology Dual-Core
64-bit Computing Yes
Data Bus Speed 1066 MHz
Features Intel 64 Technology, Intel Dynamic Acceleration, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology
Chipset Type Mobile Intel GM45 Express
Cache Memory
Type L2 cache
Cache size 3 MB
RAM
Installed Size 2 GB / 8 GB (max)
Technology DDR3 SDRAM - 1066 MHz
Memory specification compliance PC3-8500
RAM form factor SO DIMM 204-pin
RAM configuration features 1 x 2 GB
Environmental Parameters
Environmental standards RoHS, EPA Energy Star, EPEAT Gold
Storage Controller
Storage controller type Serial ATA
Storage Controller / Serial ATA Interface Serial ATA-300
Storage
Floppy Drive None
Hard Drive 250 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) / 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)
Features Anti-glare, LED-backlit
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 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 1 x Ultrabay Slim
Expansion Slots Total (Free) 2 ( 1 ) x Memory - SO DIMM 204-pin, 1 ( 1 ) x ExpressCard/54, 1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - Type I/II
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 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 Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Docking / port replicator
Miscellaneous
Features Power-on password, ThinkPad Roll Cage, Hard drive password, Administrator password, Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Compliant Standards CB, CE, CCC, CER, MIC, NOM, cUL, BSMI, GOST, RoHS, SASO, MPR II, MPR III, VCCI-II, UL 60950, FCC Part 15 B, AS/NZS 60950-1
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)
Mfr estimated battery life 6.5 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, Adobe Reader, Roxio My DVD, ThinkPad Utilities, Windows Live Search, Fingerprint Software, Windows Live Toolbar, ThinkVantage Client Security, Roxio Creator Business Edition, ThinkVantage Access Connections, ThinkVantage Productivity Center, ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery, 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
ENERGY STAR Qualified Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold
Greenpeace policy rating (Dec 2009) 2.5

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