Description:
Part of IBM's entry-level "R" series of ThinkPad mobile computers, the ThinkPad R40 (27232FU) Notebook delivers mid-level performance and wireless connectivity for a price that won't break the bank. Incredibly compact when compared to the majority of notebooks and backed by IBM's comforting three-year no-hassle warranty and 24/7 support, the ThinkPad R40 (27232FU) Notebook is an ideal solution for those who prioritize portability and post-purchase security. Driven by a 1.3 GHz Intel Pentium M processor, 256 MB PC2100 DDR SDRAM memory and a 16 MB ATI Mobility RADEON 7500 graphics chipset, the ThinkPad R40 (27232FU) is powerful enough for many standard mobile tasks but most definitely doesn't pack enough juice for true power users. Certainly it won't deliver a smooth frame rate to ultra-complex 3-D games and 3-D animation applications. Tipping the scales at 6.7 pounds and measuring a mere 10 by 6.3 by 1.5 inches, the ThinkPad R40 (27232FU) is exceptionally easy to transport and operate. IBM has equipped the unit with a comparatively small 20 GB hard disk for your everyday file and program access, a DVD-ROM drive for loading your latest apps, playing audio discs and watching the latest movies, and a midsize 14.1-inch TFT display screen capable of 1024 by 768 resolution. In this stock configuration, the system does not support or CD or DVD burning. Surprisingly, the cost-conscious ThinkPad R40 (27232FU) is home to many unique and practical perks, including a nifty keyboard-illuminating ThinkLight for low-light situations, a one-touch "Access ThinkPad" online support button, an S-Video out port, two high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast interaction with external peripherals, and a full-size keyboard featuring IBM's user-friendly ThinkPad UltraNav multi-pointing system. Connectivity options include a low-speed 56K fax/modem, an RJ-45 Ethernet connector for high-speed Internet, email and network access, and an Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection 802.11b. Battery life is estimated at a very impressive 6.1 hours under ideal conditions.
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