Notebook Computers include educational software.
Press Release Summary:
Think Express models of ThinkPad® T43 notebook, powered by 1.8 GHz Intel Pentium M processor 750 or 2.0 GHz Pentium M processor 760, include 2 MB L2 cache and 533 MHz FSB. Equipped with 60 GB, 5,400 rpm HDD, computers also feature 14.1 in. TFT display and 24x-24x-24x-8x max CD-RW/DVD drive. Unit comes with ThinkPad HDD shock absorber and integrated communications and utilizes 64 MB ATI Mobility Radeon X300 graphics chipset or Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 chipset.
Original Press Release:
New Think Express Models of the IBM ThinkPad T43 Notebook Computers Include Educational Software
At a glance
Think Express models of the ThinkPad T43 notebook feature:
Intel Pentium M processor 750 (1.8 GHz1, 2 MB L2 cache, 533 MHz front-side bus (FSB)) or Intel Pentium M processor 760 (2.0 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB)
Sleek profile and light weight
512 MB PC2-4200 DDR2 SDRAM 533 MHz SO DIMM memory standard, expandable to 2 GB2
Rescue and Recovery(TM)
UltraNav dual-pointing system, featuring TrackPoint and customized touch pad
ThinkPad HDD shock absorber
60 GB3 high-speed (5400 rpm) HDD
24x-24x-24x-8x maximum CD-RW/DVD drive4,5
Standard integrated communications of V.906 modem (V.927-designed) and 1 Gigabit Ethernet
Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0 and Trusted Computing Group (TCG)-compliant8
Three-year limited warranty; one-year limited warranty on battery
IBM Support Center: 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378)
Overview
Think Express models of the ThinkPad® T43 notebook computer are ideal for frequent travelers who need high performance in a lightweight package. ThinkPad T43 notebooks meet the needs of small and medium business.
These models include the VitalSource Library from VitalSource Technologies.
VitalSource develops software for the education market that enables the electronic delivery of a variety of materials including class textbooks, great books, rich media, and customized content. These ThinkPad models are preloaded with the VitalSource Library, which offers powerful tools for reading, searching, organizing, and annotating class materials. The VitalSource Library includes over 3400 great works of fiction, drama, poetry, philosophy, political theory, music, fine art, and numerous other disciplines.
Exciting technology
Intel(TM) Centrino mobile technology:
Intel Pentium(TM) M processor family
Intel PRO/Wireless family
Intel 915GM or 915PM chipset
ATI Mobility Radeon X300 graphics chipset (64 MB) or Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 chipset
Intel PRO/Wireless 2519ABG9 network connection (802.11a/b/g)
UltraNav(TM) dual-pointing system, featuring TrackPoint® and customized touch pad for pointing flexibility
Long battery operation: Up to 3.8 hours or 4.0 hours10 on the six-cell system battery and up to 7.4 hours or 7.8 hours with optional batteries
UltraConnect(TM) antenna for optimal frequency coverage and performance for improved wireless LAN connectivity around the world; support for 2.4 GHz frequency band for 802.11b networks and for four sub-bands in 5 GHz frequency band to meet unique country spectrum requirements
Features and options
Integrated communications: Modem and 1 Gigabit Ethernet LAN connection standard
Wireless LAN LED indicator
Access Connections utility to help manage wired and wireless communications
Windows(TM) XP Professional with selected applications
Ultrabay(TM) Slim for fast and easy hot- and warm-swapping of selected options
Large selection of options from IBM, including memory expansion, additional HDDs, and much more
358.1-mm (14.1-in) TFT display with 1024 x 768 resolution
Availability date
March 15, 2005
Reference information
1 Power management reduces processor speed when in battery mode.
2 Maximum capacity: May require the replacement of standard component with largest supported component available.
3 GB equals one billion bytes when referring to HDD. Accessible capacity is less. Up to 4 GB is used in the service partition.
4 Variable read rate. Actual playback speed varies and is often less than the maximum possible.
5 For combination drives, maximum speeds are given in the following order: CD-W, CD-RW, CD-R, and DVD-R.
6 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.
7 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.
8 Requires download of Client Security software from the Web.
9 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.
10 These model numbers achieved the Ziff Davis Media Inc.'s Business Winstone 2002 BatteryMark V1.0 battery rundown time of at least the time shown. This test was performed without independent verification by the VeriTest testing division of Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. (VeriTest) nor Ziff Davis Media Inc.; neither Ziff Davis Media Inc., nor VeriTest makes any representations or warranties as to these test results. For a description of the environment under which the test was performed, visit
http://www.ibm.com/pc/ww/thinkpad/batterylife
Battery life (and recharge times) varies based on many factors including screen brightness, applications, features, power management, battery conditioning, and other customer preferences.
