IBM ThinkPad X Series Notebooks Manual Support Features Review Guide - Think Pad Review

 

 

 

BM ThinkPad X Series Notebooks Manual Support

Product features

Most secure notebooks
Performance features
All-day computing
Optional ThinkPad X4 UltraBase
High performance wireless
Cisco compatibility
UltraConnect™ antenna
Titanium composite cover
Optimized for connectivity
High-speed Gigabit Ethernet
Image compatibility for easier rollouts
Service and Support
ThinkVantage™ Technologies
Rescue and Recovery™
Active Protection System
TCG-compliant Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0
ThinkVantage™ Design
ThinkLight™ keyboard light
Distinctive design elements
 
The most secure notebooks available are now even better with one integrated security solution out of the box (available on select ThinkPad® X41 models). The combination of the Integrated Fingerprint Reader and the Embedded Security Subsystem is like having a security guard for your notebook. The Integrated Fingerprint Reader is built conveniently into the palm rest of the system, making your passwords available at your finger tip. When combined with preloaded security software — which allows you to create a single password for all of your authentication needs — a single swipe of your finger can eliminate the need to remember and enter multiple passwords.

The new Computrace Complete (by Absolute Software Inc) BIOS-based agent on X41 models is a PC tracking and loss control solution to help monitor asset locations, protect valuable corporate data and attempt to recover PCs if they are stolen. A valid subscription with Absolute Software, Inc. is required. Absolute Software, not IBM is solely responsible for this service.

Performance features are loaded into ThinkPad X Series notebooks. They start at 2.7 lb2 and feature an impressive standard battery life of up to 7.5 hours6 on select models, the Intel® Pentium® M processor on select models, a full-size keyboard11, and a 12.1" XGA TFT display — giving you outstanding performance in a small and light notebook. Select new X41 models include the Intel 915GM Express Chipset, providing fast performance, PCI Express Integrated Graphics, one Secure Digital card slot, and one PC Card slot. These ThinkPad notebooks are built for the way you work.

All-day computing is here. Get up to 11 hours of battery life6 on select models with the system battery plus the optional ThinkPad X40 or X30 Series Extended Life Battery, which connects via docking connector. Or use a second optional Ultrabay battery in the optional ThinkPad UltraBase. It's like a single tank of gas for the entire day's journey.

The optional ThinkPad X4 UltraBase Dock (X40/X41) and ThinkPad X3 UltraBase (X31/X32) give you flexibility and expandability. Features include cable management, support for Ultrabay optical and storage options, a compartment for a second optional battery, speakers and a Kensington lock slot (supports optional cable lock). The ThinkPad X4 UltraBase Dock with integrated keylock enables easy, one-step desktop expansion.

High-performance wireless networking is easy with integrated Intel or IBM 11a/b/g Wi-Fi® wireless technology10 (select models). This tri-mode technology provides the flexibility to connect in any Wi-Fi environment to help increase mobility and productivity. Select ThinkPad X Series models offer integrated Cisco® Aironet® Wireless 802.11b or integrated Intel® PRO/Wireless LAN technology. Wi-Fi wireless upgradable32 models are also available, allowing you to experience the freedom of wireless networking when you're ready using the new optional IBM 11a/b/g Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter, optional Cisco Aironet Wireless 802.11b Mini PCI by IBM or optional Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG Mini PCI Adapter.

Cisco compatibility is assured on select ThinkPad X Series notebooks, which are rigorously tested by a Cisco Systems®-authorized test facility to verify they'll work with appropriate Cisco products. The Cisco Compatible Extensions (CCX) Program for wireless LAN devices provides proven compatibility with key security features of Cisco infrastructure products.

The UltraConnect™ antenna — just one of the optimized wireless performance features on ThinkPad X Series models — is built into the display cover for optimal signal reception24. This combined design supports IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g wireless technologies to help maximize coverage and performance for improved wireless LAN connectivity around the world.

A titanium composite cover on ThinkPad X31 models provides enhanced strength — up to three times that of ABS plastic16 — and allows for lighter weight. It helps protect your notebook while maintaining a thin, light design.
Optimized for connectivity, select ThinkPad notebooks feature up to five built-in communications capabilities: Wi-Fi wireless10, Bluetooth® technology, Ethernet, 56K V.923 modem and Infrared port. RJ-45 and RJ-11 ports are standard on all models.
High-speed Gigabit Ethernet connectivity is featured on select ThinkPad X Series notebooks. The Gigabit Ethernet standard provides speeds up to 10 times faster30 than existing 10/100 Ethernet technology, helping to transfer information quickly and increase productivity.

Image compatibility for easier rollouts... The ThinkPad X31 preloaded software image is compatible with ThinkPad T41, T40, R50 and R40 models, the X32 is compatible with discrete graphics models of the T42 and R51, and the X41 is compatible with integrated graphics models of the T43 and R52. This helps save time and reduce cost by simplifying deployment and image management. Image compatibility makes for easier rollouts, especially for enterprises supporting a combination of models.

Rescue and Recovery™ software provides a hassle-free one-button recovery solution that lets you restore your previously saved system image including data, applications and operating system.

The TCG-compliant Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0 (including Client Security Software) lets you "lock" your data, helping to provide user authentication, data protection and more secure wired and wireless communications37. Available on select models, this hardware-and-software combination creates the most secure industry-standard PC, providing a level of security not available as a standard feature from any other manufacturer

The airbag-like Active Protection System provides unique data protection on select ThinkPad X Series models. Using an integrated, user-configurable motion sensor, it safeguards your valuable data by continuously monitoring your ThinkPad notebook and temporarily stopping the hard drive to help prevent some hard drive crashes when a fall or similar event is detected — providing up to four times greater impact protection than systems without this feature. And the IBM ThinkPad HDD Shock Absorber provides impact protection from crashes that could occur when setting the notebook on a hard surface while in use — up to 30% more protection than the system case alone38.

The ThinkLight™ keyboard light allows you to work in low-light conditions. Located on the top edge of the display, this tiny LED illuminates your keyboard to let you keep working. ThinkPad notebooks are the only notebook family with the ThinkLight keyboard light.

Distinctive design elements like the TrackPoint pointing device are what set ThinkPad notebooks apart from the rest. This unique pointing device is standard on all of our notebooks’ legendary full-size keyboard. We now offer three types of TrackPoint cap choices which allow you to further customize your notebook: Classic Dome, Soft Dome or the Soft Rim.