Notebook Computer suits small and medium business.

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Powered by 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium(TM) M processor 725a with 400 MHz FSB, Think Express Models of ThinkPad® R50e notebooks utilize Intel 855GM chipset and have 15 in. TFT display with 1,024 x 768 resolution. Computer features integrated Intel Extreme Graphics 2; 24x-24x-24x-8x max CD-RW/DVD-ROM or DVD recordable; and 40 or 60 Gb HDD. Connectivity is provided by 56 K V.90 modem and 10/100 Ethernet; Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG is available on select models.



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Think Express Models of the ThinkPad R50e Notebook - Ideal for Small and Medium Business



At a glance
New Think Express models of the ThinkPad R50e notebook include the following features:

Intel Pentium M processor 725a (1.6 GHz1, 2 MB L2 cache, 400 MHz front-side bus (FSB))

381.0-mm (15-in) TFT display with 1024 x 768 resolution

Integrated Intel Extreme Graphics 2

24x-24x-24x-8x max CD-RW/DVD-ROM2 or DVD recordable

56 K V.903 modem (V.92-designed)4 and 10/100 Ethernet

UltraConnect antenna (requires Internet access, not included)

Standard ports: Two USB 2.0, external display, RJ-45, RJ-11, and parallel port

Rescue and Recovery

One-year limited warranty

Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home and selected applications installed

Overview
The ThinkPad® R50e notebook delivers exceptional computing power:

Intel(TM) Centrino mobile technology on selected models

Intel Pentium(TM) M processor

Intel 855GM chipset

Intel PRO/Wireless

Count the benefits

Integrated Intel Extreme Graphics 2

56 K V.90 modem (V.92-designed) and 10/100 Ethernet

UltraConnect antenna (requires Internet access, not included)

Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG5 on selected models

Microsoft(TM) Windows(TM) XP Professional or Windows XP Home and selected applications installed

System memory expandable to a maximum of 2 GB6,7

381.0-mm (15-in) 1024 x 768 resolution display

Enhanced battery life; up to 4.0 hours

Sleek8 design; 37 mm (1.5 in) slim

24x-24x-24x-8x max CD-RW/DVD-ROM or DVD recordable

PC card slot (type II and III-compatible)

40 or 60 GB HDD9 standard

Rescue and Recovery(TM)

Access IBM button; ThinkLight® keyboard light; individual volume up, down, and mute buttons

Ergonomic keyboard with palm rest, TrackPoint® pointing device with Press-to-Select, and Internet scroll bar

Standard ports: Two USB 2.0, external display, RJ-45, RJ-11, and parallel port

ENERGY STAR

All models of ThinkPad notebook systems are designed to meet the EPA ENERGY STAR10 requirements for using less than 15 watts of power in sleep mode when enabled by the power management software provided with the system.

Optional ImageUltra(TM) services

Selected ThinkPad notebooks are enabled for ImageUltra. For more information, visit http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/think/thinkvantagetech/imageultra.html

Excellent service

Worldwide IBM service and support

Planned availability

June 2005

Reference information

1 Power management reduces processor speed when in battery mode.

2 For combination drives, maximum speeds are given in the following order: CD-R, CD-RW, CD, and DVD.

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 a compatible phone line and server equipment, and download of a V.92 support device driver when available. Check with your telephone and Internet service providers for availability.

5 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.

6 Expandable to up to 2.0 GB of system memory. Memory options up to 1 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 memory card with a 1 GB card and add another 1 GB card in the extra slot.

7 For PCs without a separate video card, memory supports both system and video. Accessible system memory is up to 64 MB less than the amount stated, depending on video mode.

8 Thickness may vary at certain points on the system.

9 GB equals one billion bytes when referring to HDD. Accessible capacity is less. Up to 4 GB is used in the service partition.

10 As an ENERGY STAR partner, Lenovo has determined that all models of this product meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

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