Docking Station promotes connectivity for notebook users.
Press Release Summary:
Combining cable management and connectivity, ThinkPad® Advanced Mini Dock befits notebook users who require access to peripherals but do not require full desktop expansion capability. It provides 4 USB 2.0, one PS/2®, serial, and parallel ports in addition to audio/video ports and communication ports for Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) and modem (RJ-11). Included 90 W ac adapter recharges ThinkPad system battery while fueling all functions of ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock.
Original Press Release:
ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock - Enhanced Cable Management and Connectivity for Users of Next Generation ThinkPad Systems
At a glance
The ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock features:
Industry leading design and usability
Integrated key lock security
Four USB 2.0 ports and all legacy and communication ports
Digital and analog audio/video support
90-watt ac adapter
Overview
The ThinkPad® Advanced Mini Dock offers enhanced cable management and connectivity in a surprisingly small form factor. It is ideal for notebook users who need quick and easy access to peripherals but do not require full desktop expansion capability.
Features and benefits
Left corner alignment for easy system attachment
Step-by-step LEDs and convenient buttons for easy system ejection
Standard device ports - Four USB 2.0 ports, one PS/2® port for mouse, serial, and parallel
Audio/video ports - Microphone in, headphone out, S/PDIF (digital audio), DVI, VGA
Communication ports - Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) and modem (RJ-11)
Integrated key lock and optional cable lock slot to secure your ThinkPad notebook and your ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock
90-watt ac power adapter - Recharges the ThinkPad system battery while fueling all functions of the ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock
Warranty by Lenovo(TM) with renowned Service and Support available from IBM
Key prerequisites
The ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock is compatible with ThinkPad Z60t and ThinkPad Z60m systems. This new dock does not support earlier ThinkPad models.
Planned availability
October 2005
