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IBM ThinkPad T42 Laptop (1.70 GHz Pentium M (Centrino), 40 GB Hard Drive) 23734WU
Binding: Personal Computers
Brand: IBM
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 1.7 GHz
Display Size: 14.1 inches
EAN: 0000435144393
Floppy Disk Drive Description: None
Graphics Memory Size: 32 MB
Item Dimensions: 80012.2
Label: IBM
Manufacturer: IBM
Model: 23734WU
Modem Description: Fax / modem
MPN: 23734WU
Publisher: IBM
Studio: IBM
System Bus Speed: 400 unknown-units
Warranty: 3 years warranty
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Editorial Review:
Making the power of a workstation mobile. Certified for graphics-intensive applications, the ThinkPad T42 mobile workstation offers high performance in a thin and light notebook.
IBM's ThinkPad T42 offers the power of professional business workstation in a highly mobile notebook at just under 5 pounds. This ThinkPad T42 (model 23734WU) features one of the most powerful Intel Centrino processors available, with a 1.7 GHz speed, as well as some of the strongest security measures found on notebook, including a built-in fingerprint reader. Other features include a 40 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, a CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo drive, 14.1-inch display, 54g wi-fi connectivity, and Windows XP Professional operating system.
The Basics
- Hard Drive: The 40 GB IDE hard drive is on the small side compared to other notebooks. However, it does offer a decent enough capacity for storing documents and productivity software for road warriors--but not enough for much multimedia storage.
- Processor: The 1.7 GHz Pentium M (Centrino) processor sits near the top of the currently available speed spectrum and will be fast enough for gaming and multimedia applications. The Pentium M processor is designed specifically for low-power mobile usage, and it features the latest in power-saving technologies--ensuring you push your battery and productivity to the max. The T42 has a large 2 MB L2 cache and a 400 MHz front-side bus.
- Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, 333 MHz, DDR SDRAM) is a good start for power users. It has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 2 GB (2 x 1024 MB).
- CD/DVD Drive: The combo CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive can write and read CDs at 24x and rewrite at 10x speeds. It can read DVDs at 8x.
- Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has an ergonomic keyboard with palm rest, IBM ThinkPad UltraNav multipointing system, Internet scroll bar, and volume control.
This IBM ThinkPad T42 notebook also features Embedded Security Subsystem, which allows users to authenticate with unique fingerprints instead of passwords with an optional fingerprint reader (sold separately).
Sound and Graphics
This T42 notebook has an ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 video/graphics card with 32 MB of video RAM. It's not the strongest card for rendering 3D images, but it is strong enough for demanding business productivity software. The 14.1-inch TFT active matrix screen has a native 1024 x 768 resolution and can drive a 2048 x 1536-pixel external monitor. It also includes an integrated audio card and internal stereo speakers.
Connectivity and Expansion Slots
This T42 model has an integrated 802.11b wireless LAN (which is offers slower wireless speeds compared to 802.11g LANs, which are becoming more and more standard). You get a limited offering of connectivity options, but it does include super-fast USB 2.0: - 2 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
- 1 parallel port
- 1 VGA monitor port
- 1 S-Video out
- 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II, 32-bit)
- 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Gigabit Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).
Preloaded System and Software
This notebook comes with the Windows XP Professional operating system (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features), and it features Lotus SmartSuite and Lotus Notes business productivity software packages. Other preloaded software includes Norton AntiVirus 2004 (with 90 days of free updates), InterVideo WinDVD and Sonic RecordNow.
Dimensions and Weight
This notebook measures 12.2 x 10 x 1.2 inches (WxDxH) and weighs just 4.9 pounds.
Power
This T42 notebook comes with a standard 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery with an average battery life of 4.5 hours.
What's in the Box
This package contains the ThinkPad T42 (model 23734WU) notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a three-year limiited hardware warranty and one-year warranty for the battery.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Just what I wanted
This is a great little laptop. My wife has a Dell widescreen and it is just too bulky and heavy for what I wanted. I wanted a lightweight laptop that had a nubby pointing device. My old laptop (Compaq Armada) has a nubby and I love it. The T42 has both the nubby and the touch pad--both of which are fully configurable. I turned the tap option off on the touch pad because it drives me crazy.
The only thing I would change on this laptop is add some more USB 2 ports. This laptop only has ... Read More
Rating:  - IBM THINKPAD T43
In my other reviews I can't say enough good things about the IBM ThinkPad. The T43 is an awesome machine. Very tough and smooth. The screen is very plush and worth the money. I've used Dell,HP,Gateway,Compaq,Sony and pretty much every kind there is, but I've always had a love for the ThinkPad. The touchpad, the reconizable red pointer, and scroll button are so convenient. Much more durable than the Dell. The material use is much better quality than the Dell,or HP. No issues with this at all. The ... Read More
Rating: - IBM T41
The seller ended up not having the T42 in stock, so I opted to have him substitute a T41. For 100 less MHZ, he gave me a gig of extra ram, so its about even. Fast DHL shipping was also included in the deal!! I rate the seller very high for customer service and courteousness!! I would definitely buy from him again. The laptop came with a decent battery and was practically blemish free. If I didn't know it was refurbished, I would have suspected it was new.
Rating: - Love it!
I've had the laptop for at least 2 years and its awesome. I've never had any problems with it and it works great. It's going to be some time before I have to buy a new one.
Rating: - The Perfect Laptop
I've owned my T42 for about 8 months now. This thing is wonderful. I've dropped it more than once and carry it all over the place in my backpack (on my bike), and use it day in and day out. This thing works just as good as the day I got it. Pretty fast for a laptop, I have no complaints about the speed. The wireless abilities are great. I'd fully recomend this laptop to anyone who is smart enough to realize a little bit of extra money up front will save you a lot of money in the long run.
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