Notebook Computer meets needs of small to medium businesses.

Press Release Summary:




ThinkPad T40 employs 1.3 GHz Intel Pentium M processor with 1 MB on-die L2 cache. It also incorporates 400 MHz front-side system bus with 266 MHz double data rate memory, 256 MB of memory (expandable to 2 GB), and UltraNav dual-pointing system with TrackPoint and customized touch pad. Product offers 30 GB HDD, 24x-8x4 DVD, and V.90 modem and 10/100 Ethernet. Computer uses Intel 855 PM Chipset and comes with Windows® XP Professional and select applications.



Original Press Release:



New IBM ThinkPad T40 Notebook Models for Small and Medium Business - Pentium M Power in a Lightweight Notebook



At a Glance

The new ThinkPad T40 notebook models for small and medium business deliver innovative technology through these benefits and features:

o Intel Pentium M processor at 1.3 GHz with 1 MB on-die L2 cache
o Sleek profile and lightweight
o 400 MHz front-side system bus with 266 MHz double data rate (DDR) memory
o 256 MB of memory standard, expandable to 2 GB
o UltraNav dual-pointing system, featuring TrackPoint and customized touch pad
o ThinkPad HDD shock absorber
o 30 GB HDD
o 24x-8x4 DVD
o Standard integrated communications of V.90 modem (V.92-designed) and 10/100 Ethernet
o One-year, limited warranty; one-year limited warranty on battery and system.
o HelpCenter® 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378)

Overview

The new ThinkPad® T40 notebook is ideal for mobile customers who need high performance in a lightweight package. These models meet the needs of small and medium businesses.

These notebooks deliver the ideal blend of portability and essential features and are easy to use.

Exciting New Technology

o Intel® Centrino Mobile Technology (model D2U):
- Intel Pentium® M processor at 1.3 MHz
- Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection 802.11b (model D2U)
- Intel 855 PM Chipset
o ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB) graphics chip set for clear, crisp images
o 256 MB DDR RAM at 266 MHz
o UltraNav(TM) dual-pointing system, featuring TrackPoint® and customized touch pad
o Long battery operation: up to five hours or more with the system battery (optional batteries available)
o UltraConnect(TM) antenna for optimal frequency coverage and performance for improved wireless LAN connectivity around the world; supports 2.4 GHz frequency band for 802.11b networks and four sub-bands in 5 GHz frequency band to meet unique country spectrum requirements

Excellent Features and Options

o Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0 on model D2U, Trusted Computing Platform Alliance (TCPA)-compliant
o Integrated communications: modem and 10/100 Ethernet LAN connection
o Wi-Fi wireless and wireless LAN LED indicator on model D2U
o Access Connections utility for managed wired and wireless communications
o 358.1-mm (14.1-in) TFT displays with 1024 x 768 resolution
o Windows® XP Professional with selected applications
o Ultrabay(TM) Slim bay for fast and easy hot- and warm-swapping of selected options
o Large selection of options available from IBM, including memory expansion, additional HDDs, and much more

Light and Portable: The ThinkPad T40 notebook is 26.6 mm (1.0 in) thin with optimal travel weight starting at 2.05 kg (4.5 lb) with travel bezel. The titanium composite cover gives you added strength.

Model D1U is wireless upgradable.

Robust System Manageability: The ThinkPad T40 notebook features support for IBM Director Agent and is designed to the PXE 2.0 manageability requirements for mobile systems.

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Availability Date

June 17, 2003

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