Notebook Computer is targeted for use in schools.
Press Release Summary:
ThinkPad® R50, designed for use in public or private K-12 (or higher) accredited schools, employ 1.4 GHz Intel Pentium M processors with Intel SpeedStep technology and 1.0 MB of on-board L2 cache. Computer also includes Ultrabay Enhanced modular drive bay, 15 in. active matrix FlexView display, and integrated Intel/PRO 1000 Gigabit Ethernet. Ready with Microsoft Windows XP Pro and select applications installed, unit also includes 56 K V.90 modem.
Original Press Release:
New IBM ThinkPad R50 Notebook Computers for Education Include a Three-Year Limited Warranty
At a glance
The new ThinkPad R50 notebook models feature a three-year limited warranty on parts and labor and a one-year limited warranty on battery, plus:
o Intel Pentium M processors at 1.4 GHz with enhanced Intel SpeedStep1 technology and 1.0 MB of on-board L2 cache
o UltraConnect(TM) antenna (requires Internet access, not included)
o IBM 11a/b/g2 Wi-Fi wireless on selected models
o IEEE 1394 port on selected models
o Easy-loading Ultrabay Enhanced modular drive bay
o Support for optional ThinkPad Dock II, ThinkPad Mini-Dock, or ThinkPad Port Replicator II
o Brilliant 381-mm (15-inch) active matrix FlexView display on selected models
o Integrated Intel/PRO 1000 Gigabit Ethernet
o 56 K V.903 modem (V.92-designed)4 on all models
o IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0, Trusted Computing Group (TCG)-compliant (requires download of security software from IBM)
o IBM Universal Manageability (UM) solutions
o HelpCenter® 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378)
o Microsoft Windows XP Professional and selected applications installed
Overview
New models of the ThinkPad® R50 notebook for education feature new processors and a three-year limited warranty on parts and labor (one-year on battery).
These models are available only to public or private K-12, or higher, accredited schools organized and operated exclusively for educational purposes for use by qualified students and teachers.
The ThinkPad R50 notebook models for education are for sale direct from IBM or through an Authorized Education Reseller. They are not available for resale to any other organization or individual.
Feel the power
The IBM Active Protection system, a ThinkVantage(TM) technology, helps protect your HDD from some damage that could be caused by shock. A system board-mounted sensor continuously monitors your ThinkPad notebook for sudden movement and temporarily stops the HDD when a fall or similar event is predicted.
o Intel(TM) Centrino Mobile Technology on selected models:
o Intel Pentium(TM) M processor
o Intel PRO/Wireless network connection 802.11b
o Intel 855 PM chipset
o Integrated Intel PRO/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
o 56 K V.90 modem (V.92-designed)
o Intel PRO/Wireless network connection 802.11b or IBM 11a/b/g Wi-Fi wireless on selected models
o IEEE 1394 port
o IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0, TCG-compliant (requires download of software from IBM)
o Microsoft(TM) Windows(TM) XP Professional and selected applications installed
o System memory expandable to a maximum of 2.0 GB5
Count the benefits
o Sleek6 design: 34 to 37 mm (1.35 to 1.46 in) or 37 to 40 mm (1.46 to 1.58 in) slim
o 358.1-mm (14.1-in) or 381-mm (15.0-in) TFT display
o Choice of 32 MB ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 or 9000 video chipset on selected models
o Support for optional ThinkPad Dock II, ThinkPad Mini-Dock, or ThinkPad Port Replicator II
o 24x-24x-24x-8x max CD-RW/DVD-ROM Ultrabay(TM) Enhanced drive7
o 40 GB8 HDD
o Access IBM button; ThinkLight® keyboard light; individual volume up, down, and mute buttons
o ImageUltra(TM) services
Selected ThinkPad notebooks are enabled for ImageUltra. For more information, visit:
http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/accessories/services/imageultra.html
Excellent service
o Worldwide IBM service and support
o EasyServ on-site pickup and delivery
Planned availability date
October 14, 2003
Reference information
1 With Intel SpeedStep, processor speed may be reduced to conserve battery power.
2 11a, 11b, and 11g wireless are based on IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g. An adapter with 11 a/b or 11/a/b/g can communicate on any of these formats; the actual connection is based on the access point to which it connects.
3 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.
4 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.
5 Expandable to up to 2.0 GB of system memory. Memory options up to 1.0 GB SO DIMMs each can be added in the two available slots for memory expansion. To get the maximum 2 GB to which memory can be expanded, replace the standard 256 MB with a 1.0 GB and add another 1.0 GB card in the extra slot.
6 Thickness may vary at certain points on the system.
7 For combination drives, maximum speeds are given in the following order: CD-R, CD-RW, CD, and DVD.
8 GB equals one billion bytes when referring to HDD. Accessible capacity may vary. Up to 3 GB is used in the service partition.
