I love IBM and Lenovo. I think they build the best computers in the world (pc based, I have no intention of getting into the PC/Mac debate right now)
Built around the powerful Intel Centrino Duo this laptop is fantastic value for money. You can get it for between £300-£400 on the web.
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VikuitiTM privacy filters for laptops protect the data on your screen while you are ... more
working on private documents in public places. A VikuitiTM privacy filter is a complex piece of plastic based on microlouver technology from 3M. The finest black, non-reflecting louvers are positioned to 1-degree precision, with over a dozen louvers per millimetre, and then evenly distributed over the dimensions of a screen.Outfitting a laptop for mobile display security takes only a few minutes and is possible for almost all types of screens. The filter is fastened to the laptop with small mounting clips, can remain on the laptop during transport and can be removed or reinstalled at any time. It also protects the display against damage from the keyboard.
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With the revolutionary Vikuiti DQC-160 display protection film, we offer a newly developed ... more
film material that combines all the positive properties of previous display protection films into one product. The Vikuiti DQC-160 display protection film is intended for subsequent application to electronic displays and has a hard coating that offers outstanding mechanical protection. The surface is smooth and glossy like glass. The adhesive and film are crystal-clear, making the film practically invisible when installed. The film surface has an anti-stick layer, allowing the removal of pen and overhead marker ink withdry wiping.The Vikuiti DQC-160 display protection film is extremely easy to apply. The adhesive layer is not clingy and adheres to smooth, even surfaces without the need to apply pressure. The film practically pulls itself tightly onto the display and can be removed again or repositioned without difficulty. Since the film is anti-static, no dust particles are attracted when removing the protective covering. However, if dust or foreign particles do get included during application, the film can be pulled off, rinsed with clean water and reapplied.One package contains:1 Vikuiti DQC-160 display protection film. For devices with multiple displays, the package contains one film for each display.Service:- Free shipping- Delivery within 1-2 business days- 30-day return policyProcessing:- Cut to fit the specific display perfectly- Contour-precise shapes- Instructions includedVikuiti and the Vikuiti "eye" symbol are brands of the company 3M. Use of the Vikuiti brand takes place with the written permission of 3M (license number: DE78467).
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Vikuiti Privacy Filters from 3M protects you from stares at your notebook or display, when ... more
you want to work undisturbed in public. Only the person who sits exactly in front of the notebook or display can see something all others alongside can only see the black display.Now, it is up to you to decide who can watch you and who can't !Assuring:Protection from side glancesPractical:Protection from finger prints and damagesEasy:Easy adjusting, easy demountingRestrained:The transparent mounting systemTime-saving:The Filter remains installed in the closed notebookClean:The mounting system can be removed residue-freeSecure:Provides for IT security and data protectionAs a matter of course:And all with the usual definitionIt only takes a couple of minutes to change the notebook or the display to the mobile display security and it is possible with almost all types.Vikuiti Privacy Filters from 3M is fastened to your laptop with small holding straps and can remain in your laptop during transport and it can be removed or adjusted anytime. And at the same time it protects your display from damages by the keyboard.
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I love IBM and Lenovo. I think they build the best computers in the world (pc based, I have no intention of getting into the PC/Mac debate right now)
Built around the powerful Intel Centrino Duo this laptop is fantastic value for money. You can get it for between £300-£400 on the web.
Having had an earlier model for several years with no issues whatsoever, I was very sad when it died due to an unfortunate incident with ... ...the same machine again but decided to go for this one instead.
As with all the Thinkpad range it is built to last. although some people have issues with the blocky design I think that this is one of the best features, Lenovo/IBM make no attempt at (for want of a better word) tarting it up, why should they. the solid design and construction makes this a very strong, long lasting design that can be carried without the feeling that it ... more
I love IBM and Lenovo. I think they build the best computers in the world (pc based, I have no intention of getting into the PC/Mac debate right now)
Built around the powerful Intel Centrino Duo this laptop is fantastic value for money. You can get it for between £300-£400 on the web.
Having had an earlier model for several years with no issues whatsoever, I was very sad when it died due to an unfortunate incident with a pint of water. I was going to get the same machine again but decided to go for this one instead.
As with all the Thinkpad range it is built to last. although some people have issues with the blocky design I think that this is one of the best features, Lenovo/IBM make no attempt at (for want of a better word) tarting it up, why should they. the solid design and construction makes this a very strong, long lasting design that can be carried without the feeling that it might break in your hands.
Along with this design benefit you have the peace of mind that you are using a machine built with solid components and chips unlike many of the low budget machines available out there.
Not only this but if you should ever be unfortunate enough to have an issue (hardware or software) you can pick up the phone and speak to a very professional, helpful, UK based support team (while under warranty) and get things sorted quickly and effortlessly. One example of this is, I had an issue with a faulty hard drive, I called the support team and had a new hard drive and install diske in my hand 2 days later which I fitted with guidance from the support team over the phone.
Ok on to the machine its self:- Processor Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 / 2.1 GHz with 64-bit Computing Data Bus Speed 800 MHz Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Dynamic Acceleration Chipset Type Mobile Intel GM965 Express L2 Cache Memory 3 MB RAM Installed Size 2 GB / 3 GB (max) Technology DDR2 SDRAM - 667 MHz PC2-5300 Configuration Features 2 x 1 GB Hard Drive 160 GB - Serial ATA-150 Optical DVD-Writer - integrated Display Type 15.4" TFT Max Resolution 1280 x 800 ( WXGA ) Widescreen Display Colour Support 24-bit (16.7 million colours) Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel GMA X3100 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0 Audio Output Sound card Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Audio Input Microphone Input Device(s) Keyboard, TrackPoint 56 K Fax / modem Wireless LAN Supported Wireless NIC Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft) Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft) Expansion / Connectivity Expansion Slots Total (Free) 2 ( 0 ) x memory - SO DIMM 200-pin 1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - type I/II Interfaces 3 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A 1 x display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) 1 x modem - phone line - RJ-11 1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 1 x microphone - input - mini-phone 3.5mm 1 x headphones - output - 3.5 mm phone stereo Miscellaneous Security lock slot, administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, ThinkPad Roll Cage Compliant Standards CE, MPR II, BSMI, VCCI Class B ITE, CISPR 22 Class B, NOM, SASO, IEC 60950, UL 60950, FCC Part 15 B, CER, CCC, RoHS, ACA, CSA C22.2 No. 950 External Power Device AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz ) 6-cell Lithium Ion Battery Installed Qty 1 / 1 (max) Operating System / Software OS Provided Microsoft Windows Vista Business
Built-in Devices Stereo speakers, wireless LAN aerial, ThinkLight, Bluetooth aerial
Width 35.9 cm Depth 26 cm Height 3.5 cm Weight 2.8 kg
When I purchased this computer I made a fairly good saving by downgrading from Windows vist to Xp Pro X64 edition as I personally dont like vista and the way it works. I think they got it right with XP and should have just continued to improve that and work on security.
2 memory - SO DIMM 200-pin, 1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - type I/II
2 ( 1 ) x memory - SO DIMM 200-pin, 1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - type I/II
2 ( 0 ) x memory - SO DIMM 200-pin, 2 ( 0 ) x memory - SO DIMM 200-pin
1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - type I/II, 2 ( 1 ) x memory - SO DIMM 200-pin
1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - type I/II
Interfaces
3 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A
1 x display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15)
1 x modem - phone line - RJ-11
1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45
1 x microphone - input - mini-phone 3.5mm
1 x headphones - output - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
Miscellaneous
Features
Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, ThinkPad Roll Cage
Compliant Standards
RoHS
Manufacturer Selling Program
TopSeller
Power
Power Device
External
Voltage Required
AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Battery
Technology
6-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty
1 / 1 (max)
Operating system / software
OS Provided
Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows Vista Business, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic, Microsoft Windows Vista Business / XP Professional downgrade
Microsoft Office Ready
Includes a preinstalled image of select 2007 Microsoft Office suites. Purchase a Medialess License Kit (MLK) to activate the software.
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, PC Doctor, Sun Java Runtime Environment, ThinkVantage Access Connections, ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery, ThinkVantage Client Security, ThinkVantage Productivity Center, ThinkVantage System Update, Google Picasa, Norton Internet Security 2007 (90 days subscription) (OEM), Diskeeper 9.0 Home, Windows XP Professional recovery DVD
OS Preinstalled
Windows Vista
Environmental standards
EPEAT Compliant
EPEAT Silver
EPA Energy Star Compliant
Yes
Manufacturer warranty
Service & Support
1 year warranty
Service & Support Details
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - carry-in
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Environmental parameters
Sound Emission
40 dB
Manufacturer's product description
ThinkPad R61e is the coolest and quietest R series notebook with a 15.4-inch widescreen and a thinner, lighter design for enhanced mobility.
