Notebook Computer features processor speeds to 2.2 GHz.

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ThinkPad® R40e includes Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4 Processor-M at 2.0 or 2.2 GHz, with Intel SpeedStep technology, and 512 KB of on-board L2 cache or Intel Mobile Celeron® processor at 1.8 or 2.0 GHz, with 256 KB of on-board cache. Pre-installed with Windows® XP Home Edition and selected applications, product offers integrated Intel 10/100 Ethernet and 56 K V.90 modem, 13.3 or 14.1 in. TFT display, and 20, 30, or 40 GB Hard Disk Drive.



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New IBM ThinkPad R40e Notebooks Feature Faster Processors



At a Glance

New models of the ThinkPad R40e notebook include the following:

o Powerful Intel Mobile Pentium 4 Processor-M at 2.0 or 2.2 GHz with enhanced Intel SpeedStep1 technology and 512 KB of on-board L2 cache or fast Intel Mobile Celeron processor at 1.8 or 2.0 GHz with 256 KB of on-board cache
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o Integrated Intel 10/100 Ethernet and 56 K V.90 modem2 (V.92-designed)3
o RJ-45 and RJ-11 connectors; two USB 1.1 ports
o One-year, limited warranty
o International Warranty Service (IWS); EasyServ on-site pickup and delivery; IBM Universal Manageability (UM) solutions
o HelpCenter (800-772-2227)
o Windows XP Home Edition and selected applications installed

Overview

New models of the ThinkPad® R40e notebook include powerful new Intel® processors. Starting at 2.7 kg4 (5.9 to 6.0 lb) with Li-Ion battery, These easy-to-use notebooks are perfect for your mobile computing needs.

Feel the Power

o Powerful Intel Mobile Pentium® 4 Processor-M at 2.0 or 2.2 GHz with enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology and 512 KB of on-board L2 cache or fast Intel Mobile Celeron® processor at 1.8 or 2.0 GHz with 256 KB of on-board cache
o Integrated communications
o Windows® XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional and selected applications installed
o System memory expandable to a maximum of 1.0 GB5

Count the Benefits

o Sleek6 design; 38.9-mm (1.53-in) slim
o 13.3-in or 14.1-in TFT display
o 8x-3x DVD7, 24x-10x CD-ROM, or CD-RW/DVD
o Wi-Fi8 wireless on selected models
o 20, 30, or 40 GB9 HDD
o Access IBM button; individual volume up, down, and mute buttons
o TrackPoint® with Press-to-Select, Internet scroll, and magnifying glass features for accurate and convenient control
o RJ-45 and RJ-11 connectors standard

Optional ImageUltra(TM) Services

Help reduce your IT costs and simplify client deployment and management.

For more information, visit:

http://ibm.com/pc/us/pc/um/migration

Excellent Service

o EasyServ on-site pickup and delivery
o One-year limited warranty with 24-hour, 7-day-a-week HelpCenter® support for warranty issues during the warranty period (response times may vary and may exclude some holidays)

Availability Date

May 21, 2003

Description

Integrated Communications

o Integrated 10/100 Ethernet and 56 K V.90 modem (V.92-designed)
o Choice of models with or without Wi-Fi wireless
o Two USB 1.1 ports

Highly Mobile Design

The ThinkPad R40e notebook is one of the most versatile and affordable ThinkPad offerings to date with optional storage, memory, and power adapter.

The ThinkPad R40e notebook is designed to the Wired for Management 2.0 and PXE 2.0 manageability requirements for mobile systems.

Innovative and Easy to Use

The ThinkPad R40e notebook works right out of the box. Productivity and ease of use are enhanced for novices as well as experienced users. Ergonomic features include:

o Access IBM button launches Access IBM: Access the online help (requires Internet access, not included) and on-system information you need to help you set up, learn about, and enhance your ThinkPad notebook.
o Access Connections manages your connectivity environments by saving the settings for wired and wireless connections, if applicable, and easily switching between them.

Other features include:

o Legendary IBM keyboard: Comfortable, ergonomic keyboard with palm rest.
o TrackPoint pointing device with Internet scroll bar (requires Internet access, not included), Press-to-Select, and magnifying functions to help you breeze through Web pages and spreadsheets.
o Innovative volume controls: Individual volume up, down, and mute buttons.
o Disk-to-disk recovery: The recovery software image is stored in separate hidden service partitions on the HDD. The recovery software is always available for quick recovery of the IBM preload software image.
o Backup and restore program for automatic backup and restore of critical data, applications, and configurations.

Optimized for Connectivity

o Integrated modem and Ethernet on all models.
o Network ready: RJ-45 and RJ-11 ports enable modem and LAN support on all models.
o Wi-Fi-certified integrated wireless technology, including UltraConnect(TM) Antenna system, is available on selected models. Connect to the LAN without wires or cables (requires optional Access Point, not included).

Reference Information

1 With Intel SpeedStep, processor speed may be reduced to conserve battery power.

2 The V.90 modem can receive data at up to 56 Kbps from a compatible service provider and transmit data at up to 31.2 Kbps. Public networks currently limit maximum download speeds to about 53 Kbps. Actual speeds depend on many factors and are often less than the maximum possible.

3 Public network download speeds are limited to 53 Kbps. Upload speeds are limited to 48 Kbps for V.92 modems. Actual speeds depend on many factors and are often less than the maximum possible. V.92 functions and speeds require compatible phone line and server equipment, and download of V.92 support device driver when available. Check with your telephone and Internet service providers for availability.

4 Includes battery and optical drive; weight may vary depending on vendor components, manufacturing process, or options.

5 Expandable to up to 1.0 GB of system memory. Memory options up to 512 MB SDRAM SO DIMMs each can be added in the two available slots for memory expansion. To get the 1.0 GB maximum memory, remove the standard 128 or 256 MB module and add two 512 MB modules.

6 Thickness may vary at certain points on the system.

7 Variable read rate. Actual playback speed will vary and is often less than the maximum possible.

8 Based on IEEE 802.11b. This wireless LAN product permits legal operation worldwide in regions in which it is approved. This product has been tested and certified to be interoperable by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance and is authorized to carry the Wi-Fi logo.

9 For storage, MB equals 1 million bytes, GB equals 1 billion bytes, and TB equals 1 trillion bytes; accessible capacity is less. Up to 3 GB is used in service partition. Maximum internal HDD capacities may require the replacement of any standard HDDs and the population of all HDD bays with the largest currently supported drives available.

Trademarks

ImageUltra, UltraConnect, xSeries, Update Connector, and Rapid Restore are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both.

ThinkPad, TrackPoint, and HelpCenter are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both.

Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Microsoft is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.

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