Notebook Computers offer Intel Centrino mobile technology.

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ThinkPad R50 models feature Intel Pentium M processors at 1.4 or 1.5 GHz with Intel SpeedStep technology and 1.0 MB of on-board L2 cache. They are available with 14.1 in. XGA TFT display or 15.0 in. XGA or SXGA+ TFT display. Active Protection system helps protect HDD from damage caused by shock. Models come with 56 K V.90 modem and integrated 10/100 Ethernet or Intel PRO/1000 Gigiabit Ethernet. Choice of Wi-Fi wireless or wireless upgradeable model is available.



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New IBM ThinkPad R50 Notebook Models Include Three-Year Limited Warranty



At a glance
The new ThinkPad R50 notebook models feature a three-year limited warranty plus:
o Intel Pentium M processors at 1.4 or 1.5 GHz and 1.0 MB of on-board L2 cache
o Wireless upgradable on selected models
o IEEE 1394 port on selected models
o IBM 11a/b/g Wi-Fi wireless on selected models
o IBM UltraConnect(TM) antenna (requires Internet access, not included)
o Ultrabay Enhanced modular drive bay
o Brilliant 381-mm (15-inch) active matrix FlexView display on selected models
o Integrated 10/100 Ethernet or Intel PRO/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
o 56 K V.90 modem (V.92-designed) on all models
o RJ-45 and RJ-11 connectors; two USB 2.0 ports; infrared port
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 feature new processors and a three-year limited warranty on parts and labor (one year on battery).

Feel the power
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 Powerful Intel Pentium M processor at 1.4 or 1.5 GHz with enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology and 1.0 MB of on-board L2 cache
o Integrated 10/100 Ethernet or 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 IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0 on selected models (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 GB

Count the benefits
o Sleek 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) XGA TFT display or 381 mm (15.0-in) XGA or SXGA+ TFT display
o Choice of 32 MB ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 or 9000 video chipset on selected 15-in models
o New easy-loading Ultrabay(TM) Enhanced modular drive bay
o Support for optional ThinkPad Dock II, ThinkPad Mini-Dock, or ThinkPad Port Replicator II
o 24x CD-ROM, 8x-3x DVD-ROM, or 24x-24x-24x-8x max CD-RW/DVD-ROM
o Ultrabay Enhanced drive
o 30, 40, or 60 GB10 HDD
o Access IBM button; ThinkLight® keyboard light; individual volume up, down, and mute buttons
o UltraNav(TM) dual-pointing system, featuring TrackPoint® and customized touch pad for the ultimate in pointing flexibility
o RJ-45 and RJ-11 connectors; standard ports including S-Video out

Exciting new technology
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.

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
EasyServ on-site pickup and delivery

Planned availability date
October 14, 2003

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