Notebook Computer upgrades to 40 GB capacity.
Press Release Summary:
ThinkPad® X40 system upgrades with 40 GB Mini Hard Drive, with features such as 4200 rpm performance, small 1.8 in. form factor, 9.5 mm height, and low power consumption. Four-Cell or Eight-Cell Li-Ion Battery recharges in 3.5 and 4.3 hr, respectively. Combination of 4-cell or 8-cell battery with Series X40 Extended Life Battery provides additional 3.5 hr of charge time. Combination with Series X4 UltraBase Dock provides one-touch desktop expansion.
Original Press Release:
IBM ThinkPad X40 Accessories Support the Latest Technologies and Systems
Overview
· ThinkPad® 40 GB Mini Hard Drive
Upgrade your ThinkPad X40 system with the ThinkPad 40 GB Mini Hard Drive. This reliable new hard drive meets the exacting standards of ThinkPad X40 series customers.
- 40 GB capacity
- 4200 rpm performance
- Small 1.8-inch form factor, 9.5-mm height
- Low power consumption
- Easy customer installation
· ThinkPad X40 Series 4-Cell Li-Ion Battery
A small, lightweight system battery that can replace the
original system battery or be swapped in as a spare. This 4-cell
battery has an output of 14.4 V and can be recharged in 3.5 to 6
hours depending on the ThinkPad system usage.
· ThinkPad X40 Series 8-Cell Li-Ion Battery
A larger capacity, rechargeable system battery that can replace
the original system battery or be swapped in as a spare. Eight cells provides double the capacity of the ThinkPad X40 Series 4-Cell Li-Ion Battery. This battery contains eight cells with an output of 14.4 V and can be recharged in 4.3 to 12 hours depending on the ThinkPad system usage.
· ThinkPad X40 Series Extended Life Battery
This rechargeable battery is specifically designed for use as a
second battery attached to the ThinkPad X40 Series. The battery
contains four cells, which produce an output of 14.4 V dc (nominal). It will add up to an additional 3.5 hours of charge time, depending on the ThinkPad system usage. The ThinkPad X40 Series Extended Life Battery is used in addition to the X40 system battery. When combined with the ThinkPad X40 Series 4-Cell or 8-Cell Li-Ion Battery, you can use your ThinkPad unplugged for an additional 3.5 hours on selected models. Using a second ThinkPad battery can extend your unplugged computing time to reduce your dependency on power outlets.
· ThinkPad X4 UltraBase Dock
Partner your ThinkPad X40 Series with the ThinkPad X4 UltraBase
Dock for greater flexibility and more features. Choose the
ThinkPad X4 UltraBase Dock for convenient, one touch, desktop
expansion at your desk, or attach the ThinkPad X4 UltraBase Dock
to take it with you in your travels. This option adds an Ultraslim Bay device bay that you can use with the ThinkPad accessories of your choice. It also provides cable management, key lock security, and port replication. The ThinkPad X4 UltraBase Dock transforms the ThinkPad X40 Series into a full-function notebook complete with additional speakers, an
Ultrabayä Slim device bay, power pass through, three USB
2.0 ports, a PS/2® keyboard/mouse port, parallel port, VGA port, serial port, and RJ-11/RJ-45 ports. The ThinkPad Ultrabay Slim Li-Polymer Battery can be inserted for longer unplugged operation.
Key prerequisites
The ThinkPad X40 accessories are supported on all models of the
ThinkPad X40 Series, machine types 2371, 2372, 2382, and 2386.
Planned availability date February 24, 2004
At a glance
· ThinkPad 40 GB Mini Hard Drive
- Drive Noise Suppression System (DNSS)
- Enhanced IDE interface with Ultra-DMA transfer mode
- Advanced power management technology
· ThinkPad X40 Series 4-Cell Li-Ion Battery
- Rechargeable system battery
- 3.5-hour average battery life
- Standard system battery specifications
- Over-discharge protection
· ThinkPad X40 Series 8-Cell Li-Ion Battery
- Rechargeable system battery
- 7.5-hour average battery life
- Standard system battery specifications
- Over-discharge protection
· ThinkPad X40 Series Extended Life Battery
- Adds 3.5 hours of life to system battery
- Designed and tested for ThinkPad X40 Series
- Extends unplugged computing time
· ThinkPad X4 UltraBase Dock
- Key lock security features and security key hole
- Hot/warm docking support
- Built-in stereo speakers
- Parallel, serial, USB, RJ-11, RJ-45, VGA, and PS/2 keyboard/mouse ports; three USB 2.0 ports
- Ultrabay Slim device support
For technical support:
· Call the HelpCenter® (800-IBM-SERV (426-7378)). or
· Request technical information via the Personal Computing
Division Web site at www.ibm.com/pc/support
This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information, contact your IBM representative,
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