Please comment on my notebook choice

PaleRider1

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Dec 11, 2002
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Hi Ya'll:
I am going to use this sys for Internet, email mobility on the road
and some gaming, and light spreadsheet and database

Is this a complete choice or should i add anything

General
Model name 2897B4U
Description ThinkPad R40 (IBM Think Express Program)
IBM Web Price* $1,449.00
SuccessLease® for Small Business*** $52.00/mo. for 36 mos.


Software[12]
Operating system provided Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Communication/networking[9] IBM Update Connector; Adobe Acrobat Reader; IBM Access Connections
Device drivers/utilities PC Doctor diagnostics; ThinkPad Configuration Utility; IBM Rapid Restore PC; Norton AntiVirus 2003 OEM Version
Productivity applications Access IBM
Other applications provided IBM Drive Letter Access;
Supported operating system Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition, Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional


Architecture
Bus type/architecture PCI
Bays Ultrabay Plus
Indicator light Yes
PC Card support T3


Display/Graphics subsystem
External display supported Yes
Simultaneous external display Yes
Screen type description TFT
Viewable image size (diagonal) inches 15.0
Screen illumination Backlit
Max colors or gray shades 16777216
Maximum Resolution 1024x768


Graphics subsystem
Video RAM std/max 32MB / 32MB
Description ATI Mobility RADEON 7500
Graphics type XGA
Video RAM type DDR SDRAM
Max resolution (with max video RAM) 2048x1536 16777216 colors
Max colors (with max video RAM) 16777216
Graphics bus interface AGP 4X
Max resolution external display 2048x1536 16777216 colors
Video on Planar Yes


Processor
Processor (CPU) Intel Pentium M processor
Processor internal clock speed[1] 1.40 GHz
Front side bus 400 MHz
Internal L2 Cache Size 1 MB


Memory
Memory (RAM) std/max[8] 256MB / 2GB
RAM slots total 2 SODIMM
RAM slots available 1 SODIMM
RAM speed supported 266 MHz
RAM Type DDR SDRAM
Module Specifications PC2100


Hard disk
Hard disk size (GB)[4] 40 GB
Hard disk type ATA-100 (Enhanced IDE)
Platter RPM 4200


Optical device
Optical device CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo IV
Device interface EIDE


Audio
Integrated speakers 2
Speaker power rating 1.0 Watts
Volume control buttons Yes
Speaker Quantity 2 (Internal Speakers)
Number of speakers 2
Audio chipset SoundMAX
Audio data width n/a
Audio on Planar Yes


Communications
Fax/modem 56K V.92 designed modem
Fax/modem speed[3] 56Kbps data/14.4Kbps fax
Infrared port Yes
Infrared port speed 4Mbps
Wireless type LAN
Wireless standard[10] Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection 802.11b
Wireless speed 11Mbps
Network card 10/100 Ethernet - Integrated
Network interface Ethernet-Integrated
Network on Planar Yes


Accessories
A/C adapter 72 watt
Worldwide A/C compatibility Yes
Port replication Optional


Standard features
Pointing Device Type IBM ThinkPad UltraNav
Keyboard type[11] Full size
Keyboard light Yes


Power management
Heat emissions 72 W
Sound emissions 40dB
Battery life min/max[6] 6.1 Hrs (with 1 battery)
Battery type(s) 8 Cell Lithium-Ion
Charge time (on/off) 3.0 Hrs/ 3.0 Hrs


Expansion options
Plug and play support Yes
Parallel Port Type 1 (EPP), 1 (IEEE 1394)
Planar Expansion Port Type 2 USB 2.0, AC adapter, Expansion Bus port (for Mini Dock or Port Replicator), External Display, External microphone, Headphone/Line out, IEEE 1394, Infrared, Line in, RJ-11, RJ-45, S-Video out
Slots total (free) and type 1(0) PC Card
Security Chip IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0
BIOS Type Flash ROM
Core Chipset Intel 855PM
Infrared Support Yes


Weight & dimensions
Weight[2] 6.7 lbs
Height 1.59 in
Depth 10.5 in
Width 13.0 in
Travel weight 6.30 lbs


Security
Security features Hard disk drive password, IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0, IBM Security Slot, Power-on password, Supervisor password


Limited warranty[7]
Type of service[13] Customer Carry-in Repair or ThinkPad EasyServ
Warranty Period One year parts and labor (system battery: one year)


Adeed 512 ram and three year warrantyl


 

dnuggett

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Originally posted by: Bateluer
Its got slow video, so don't expect any more than rudimentary gaming.



Yep not much gaming at least FPSers. Maybe less demanding games.
 

OverVolt

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Aug 31, 2002
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Yea for gaming single player i think it'll handle just abbout anything u throw at if it you run at low detail. Shoulda gone for a 5400rpm HD i can't stand the slow harddrives on laptops, other than that it looks great.
 

Shivatron

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Apr 9, 2003
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Originally posted by: Frightcrawler
nice.
i didnt think it'd be that cheap. with 3 years warranty and all.

Since it's a ThinkPad "Express", it doesn't have a 3-year warranty.

Limited warranty[7]
Type of service[13] Customer Carry-in Repair or ThinkPad EasyServ
Warranty Period One year parts and labor (system battery: one year)
 

Hoplon

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Oct 21, 2003
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I used to have a R7500 in my desktop over a couple years ago. It worked great for older games like half-life.
 

PaleRider1

Member
Dec 11, 2002
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As per your suggestions and comments and based on further consideration:

My new Choice:
Save me $ as warranty is 3 years
I will add 512 crucial ddr 2700
This sys has 333 mem speed
Comes with radeon 9000 w/ 32mb
I like 5400 rpm drive
with new cust discount only 150 more than r40
Any more suggestions are welcome...

ThinkPad T41 (IBM Think Express Program)
IBM Web Price
$1,939.00*
$69.00 /mo. for 36 mos.
SuccessLease® for Small Business***

Availability: Within 2-4 weeks**


General
Model name 2379DJU
Description ThinkPad T41 (IBM Think Express Program)
IBM Web Price* $1,939.00

Software[12]
Operating system provided Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Communication/networking[9] IBM Update Connector; Adobe Acrobat Reader; IBM Access Connections; IBM Access Support
Device drivers/utilities PC-Doctor; Norton AntiVirus 2003 OEM Version; IBM Rapid Restore Ultra
Multimedia applications IBM Record Now
Productivity applications Access IBM
Other applications provided IBM Drive Letter Access;
Supported operating system Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Windows 98 Gold, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition, Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Workstation, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional


Architecture
Bus type/architecture PCI
Bays Ultrabay Slim
Indicator light Yes
Cover material Magnesium
PC Card support T3


Display/Graphics subsystem
External display supported Yes
Simultaneous external display Yes
Screen type description TFT
Viewable image size (diagonal) inches 14.1
Screen illumination Backlit
Max colors or gray shades 16777216
Maximum Resolution 1400x1050


Graphics subsystem
Video RAM std/max 32MB / 32MB
Description ATI Mobility RADEON 9000
Graphics type SXGA+
Video RAM type DDR SDRAM
Max resolution (with max video RAM) 2048x1536 16777216 colors
Max colors (with max video RAM) 16777216
Graphics bus interface AGP 4X
Max resolution external display 2048x1536 16777216 colors
Video on Planar Yes


Processor
Processor (CPU) Intel Pentium M processor
Processor internal clock speed[1] 1.60 GHz
Front side bus 400 MHz
Internal L2 Cache Size 1 MB


Memory
Memory (RAM) std/max[8] 256MB / 2GB
RAM slots total 2 SODIMM
RAM slots available 1 SODIMM
RAM speed supported 333 MHz
RAM Type DDR SDRAM
Module Specifications PC2700


Hard disk
Hard disk size (GB)[4] 40 GB
Hard disk type ATA-100 (Enhanced IDE)
Platter RPM 5400


Optical device
Optical device CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo
Device interface EIDE


Audio
Integrated speakers 2
Speaker power rating 1.0 Watts
Volume control buttons Yes
Speaker Quantity 2 (Internal Speakers)
Number of speakers 2
Audio chipset SoundMAX
Audio data width n/a
Audio on Planar Yes


Communications
Fax/modem 56K V.92 designed modem
Fax/modem speed[3] 56Kbps data/14.4Kbps fax
Communication features Infrared port
Infrared port Yes
Infrared port speed 4Mbps
Wireless type LAN
Wireless standard[10] Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection 802.11b
Wireless speed 11Mbps
Network card Integrated Intel PRO/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Network interface Gigabit Ethernet- Integrated
Network on Planar Yes


Accessories
A/C adapter 72 watt
Worldwide A/C compatibility Yes
Port replication Optional
Docking station Optional


Standard features
Pointing Device Type IBM ThinkPad UltraNav
Keyboard type[11] Full size
Keyboard light Yes


Power management
Heat emissions 72 W
Sound emissions 36dB
Battery life min/max[6] 4.4 Hrs (with 1 battery)
Battery type(s) 6 Cell Lithium-Ion
Charge time (on/off) 4.0 Hrs/ 3.6 Hrs


Expansion options
Plug and play support Yes
Planar Expansion Port Type 2 USB 2.0, AC adapter, Expansion Bus port (for Dock II or Port Replicator II), External Display, External microphone, Headphone/Line out, Infrared, Parallel, RJ-11, RJ-45, S-Video out
Compact flash slot No
Compact Flash Slot No
Security Chip IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0
BIOS Type Flash ROM
Core Chipset Intel 855PME
Infrared Support Yes


Weight & dimensions
Weight[2] 5.0 lbs
Height 1.0 in
Depth 10.0 in
Width 12.2 in
Travel weight 4.50 lbs


Security
Security features Hard disk drive password, IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0, IBM Security Slot, Power-on password, Supervisor password


Limited warranty[7]
Type of service[13] Customer Carry-in Repair or ThinkPad EasyServ
Warranty Period Three years parts and labor (system battery: one year)


 

randytho

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Oct 18, 2003
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I just ordered the same thing Friday. Got them to come down 200 on the phone and then I bought the thinkpad protection plan.

Did you get them to give you the "new customer discount"?
 

PaleRider1

Member
Dec 11, 2002
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VRAM is on dedicated video card--ATI 9000

and yes am working on "new" Customer discount of 5 to 15%

I get all I can!!
EVERYTHING is negotiable
 

RichieZ

Diamond Member
Jun 1, 2000
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Originally posted by: PaleRider1
VRAM is on dedicated video card--ATI 9000

and yes am working on "new" Customer discount of 5 to 15%

I get all I can!!
EVERYTHING is negotiable

you can't get 15% off express models, its 5%
 

PaleRider1

Member
Dec 11, 2002
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Wow Randy you did GREAT--I should have hired you as my negotiator

But I did get them to throw in $300 to 400 of freebies
 
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