Lenovo Europe Announcement ZG07-0667, dated September 18, 2007

New ThinkPad T61 notebooks feature operating systems and three-year depot warranty

Description ...... 2 At a glance Warranty information ...... 7 Reference information ...... 7 New ThinkPad T61 notebook models feature:

• Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7250 (2.0 GHz1 with 2 MB L2 cache and 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB)) • PC2-5300 double data rate 2 (DDR2) SDRAM 667 MHz SO DIMM memory • 1 or 2 GB2 of memory standard, expandable to 3 or 4 GB • 120 GB3 (5400 rpm) HDD • DVD Recordable 8x maximum4,5 • Integrated communications: V.906 modem (V.927-designed), 1 Gigabit Ethernet • UltraNav dual-pointing system featuring TrackPoint® and customized touch pad, and ThinkVantage Client Security Solution Trusted Computing Group (TCG)-compliant • Wi-Fi wireless LAN (WLAN) • Bluetooth wireless technology • Fingerprint reader (selected models)

Overview

The ThinkPad® T61 notebook computers are the ideal solution for frequent travelers who need high performance in a lightweight package. What's new Models feature the Microsoft™ Windows™ Vista or Windows XP Professional .

• Intel® Core 2 Duo T7250 processor • Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG wireless connection8 (Wi-Fi-certified based on IEEE 802.11a/b/g), Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AGN, or Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AGN (11n disabled) • Preloaded software with new applications

Certain product family features are limited to selected models that may not be available in all countries. Some combinations of features are not supported. Refer to the Prices or Product number section of this announcement for the models and features available in your country. Great data protection Integrated fingerprint reader technology on selected models helps prevent unauthorized access to your ThinkPad notebook and data.

Lenovo Europe ZG07-0667 Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo 1 The Active Protection System™, a ThinkVantage™ technology, helps protect your HDD from some damage that could be caused by shock. Latest technology

• Intel Centrino® Duo mobile technology: – Intel Core 2 Duo processor family – Intel PRO/Wireless family – Intel GM965 Express chipset • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 graphics chipset • Six-cell battery standard

All systems include the following features:

• UltraConnect antenna to help optimize frequency coverage and performance for improved WLAN connectivity around the world when used with compatible options • Access Connections utility to help manage wired and wireless communications (if applicable) • Rescue and Recovery™ • 391.1-mm (15.4-in) TFT display with choice of resolutions • Business (32-bit) or Windows XP Professional operating systems with selected applications • Ultrabay™ Slim for fast and easy hot- and warm-swapping of selected options

Light and portable: The ThinkPad T61 notebooks are approximately 30.5 to 35.6 mm (1.2 to 1.4 in) thin9 with optimal travel weight starting at 2.36 to 2.67 kg (5.2 to 5.9 lb)10 with travel bezel. The titanium and magnesium composite covers give added strength. Robust system manageability: The ThinkPad T61 notebook is designed to the PXE 2.1 manageability requirements for mobile systems. Planned availability September 2007

Description

ThinkPad T61 features

Unique features

• Lenovo™ password management is easy to use. It enables secure access to your system as well as your Web pages. It is also integrated with the fingerprint reader available on many Lenovo systems. • Lenovo systems include a fully integrated recovery environment that works even when the Windows Vista operating system is not working. • Lenovo systems manage everything that changes when your location changes, not just your Internet connection.

Unique data protection: Integrated fingerprint reader technology on selected systems helps to prevent unauthorized access to your ThinkPad notebook and data.

• Fingerprint reader is integrated into the palm rest. • Combine the integrated fingerprint reader with Password Manager and the ThinkVantage Client Security Solution for strong security measures that are easy to follow. ThinkVantage Client Security Solution Software is available only on systems with Windows Vista 32-bit preloaded. • Fingerprint reader offers users a convenient solution — Authenticate at system startup and log

Lenovo Europe ZG07-0667 Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo 2 on to Windows with a swipe of your finger. The Active Protection System, a ThinkVantage 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 parks the HDD read/write head when a fall or similar event is predicted.

Leadership design

• Shock absorber to help prevent some HDD crashes that can occur when the system is placed on a hard surface while in use • UltraConnect antenna to help optimize frequency coverage and performance for improved WLAN connectivity around the world; support for 2.4 GHz frequency band for 802.11b networks and four sub-bands in 5 GHz frequency band to meet unique country spectrum requirements for 802.11a networks • Integrated Bluetooth wireless technology with antenna • Intel Graphics accelerator X3100 • Access Connections software to easily manage wired and wireless connections • Disk-to-disk recovery of preloaded software • 800 MHz FSB • PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM 667 MHz SO DIMM memory • ThinkVantage Client Security solution • Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG LAN connection (Wi-Fi-certified based on IEEE 802.11a/b/g), Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN, or Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (11n disabled)

Wi-Fi wireless lets you connect to a LAN without wires or cables. To connect to the Internet, the Cisco AP1200 or similar device, and an Internet connection are required. This product has been tested and certified to be interoperable by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance and is authorized to carry the Wi-Fi logo.

Processor technology: The new ThinkPad T61 notebook computers feature the Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7250 with 2 MB L2 cache and floating-point decimal for exceptional performance. All models include enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology with two performance modes:

• Maximum performance mode for top performance while connected to ac external power using the ac power adapter. • Battery-optimized performance mode for balance between performance and battery life when operating on battery power. In this mode the processor speed is reduced to conserve battery power.

Security and manageability

• Designed to the PXE 2.1 manageability requirements for mobile systems • Compliant with the industry-standard Common Information Model • Asset and data security through multiple passwords and locks

Rescue and Recovery, an enhanced support environment accessible through the Access program using the blue button on the keyboard, enables user self-help and self-recovery. You get:

• Improved features and performance of Rescue and Recovery • Broad recovery and diagnostic tools available even when your primary operating system is failing: – Rescue and recover your files, folders, or backups. – Configure your system settings and passwords. – Communicate using the Internet and link to the Lenovo support site (with Internet access

Lenovo Europe ZG07-0667 Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo 3 required, not included). – Troubleshoot by using diagnostics.

Operating system: One of the following operating systems with selected applications:

• Windows Vista Business • Windows XP Professional

Communications: Choice of communications:

• 56K V.90 modem (V.92-designed) and 1 Gigabit Ethernet LAN connection • Bluetooth wireless technology • Fingerprint reader (selected models)

LCD TFT display: 391.1-mm (15.4-in) TFT display with resolution of 1280 x 800; all displays are measured diagonally.

Keyboard with TrackPoint and enhanced features: The keyboard has the familiar layout of a ThinkPad notebook with function keys that allow you to quickly access system functions such as power management control.

• UltraNav combines the advantages of the TrackPoint device, center-scrolling button, and a touch pad. • ThinkLight®; easy to view your keyboard in low-light conditions. • ThinkPad button provides one-button access to critical information. Choose from three different caps for the TrackPoint. • The TrackPoint with enhanced features includes the press-to-select and release-to-select function. Just tap the TrackPoint to speed icon launches and help reduce keystrokes. The programmable center button enables fast scrolling of Web sites and documents or fast panning across wide spreadsheets. Switch to the innovative magnifying glass feature to enlarge screen views in any application.

The ThinkPad T61 is euro hardware ready.

Memory: 1 or 2 GB standard. Lenovo notebooks announced in April 2007, or later, have a new 64-bit architecture. The standard memory can be expanded to 3 or 4 GB of addressable memory, depending on whether the operating system is a 32- or 64-bit operating system. The new notebooks with a Windows Vista 32-bit or previous Windows 32-bit operating system can support up to 3 GB of addressable memory. The new notebooks with a Windows Vista 64-bit operating system can support up to 4 GB of addressable memory. Recommended for memory expansion are 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM 667 MHz SO DIMM. For systems with Intel video, it is recommended that you install memory of the same size to enhance the performance of the Aero feature in Windows Vista operating systems. Example: 2 x 2 GB, 2 x 1 GB, or 2 x 512 MB of memory.

PC card: One Type II slot and one ExpressCard/54 slot

Storage: 120 GB (5400 rpm) HDD. An optional second HDD in the Ultrabay Slim expands storage. The second HDD option, requiring an adapter, can be used with all ThinkPad T61 and T61p models.

Drives: DVD Recordable 8x maximum

Lenovo Europe ZG07-0667 Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo 4 Audio: Full-duplex audio on the system board and the integrated microphone allow voice annotation and audio. The system is equipped with audio in/out jacks for stereo speakers, headphone, or external microphone. The system supports Microsoft DirectSound applications.

Video: Digital visual interface (DVI) for digital displays is supported through the optional ThinkPad Advanced Dock or ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock.

Other features: The ThinkPad T61 systems include these ports:

• External display • Built-in RJ-11 and RJ-45 connectors for telephony and LAN connections • Docking bus • Microphone • Headphone • Three USB 2.0 ports

A PS/2® or serial port is not included, but both can be obtained through the optional ThinkPad Advanced Dock or ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock. The USB 2.0 ports, which connect external drives and other devices, are supported with Windows operating systems. The 168-pin connector supports these optional docking solutions:

• ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock for port replication, additional USB capability, and security • ThinkPad Advanced Dock for a more advanced docking solution

AC adapter: The ac adapter is an ac-to-dc converter that supplies the necessary power to the computer. The ac adapter also charges the battery pack when it is installed in the computer. Li-Ion battery pack

• A six-cell Li-Ion battery pack is shipped with the system. • An optional nine-cell battery for longer battery operation is available. • A different optional Li-Ion battery pack, the Ultrabay Slim Li-Polymer battery, fits into the Ultrabay Slim so that two batteries can be installed to increase battery operating time. • The battery pack is an internal power source to the computer when the ac adapter is not available. The battery pack is rechargeable and is charged using the ac adapter with the system. • You can determine how much battery power remains by using the Fuel-Gauge ThinkPad utility program. This displays the percentage of charge remaining, whether one or two batteries are in the system.

Features available for this family of ThinkPad T61 notebooks Certain product family features are sometimes limited to selected models that may not be available in all countries11.

• Intel Core 2 Duo processors T7100, T7300, T7500, T7250, and T7800 • HDDs: 60, 80, 100, and 120 GB at 5400 rpm; also 100 GB at 7200 rpm on selected models • System memory: 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB • DVD, CD-RW/DVD-ROM (combo), and DVD Recordable (Multi-Burner) • Bluetooth wireless technology • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 chipset • Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (Intel 11 a/b/g), Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AGN, and Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AGN (11n disabled) • System chipsets: Intel PM965 (discrete models) and Intel GM965 (integrated models)

Lenovo Europe ZG07-0667 Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo 5 • Fingerprint reader on selected models • 391.1-mm (15.4-in) TFT display with 1024 x 768, 1400 x 1050, and 1280 x 800 resolution • Six- and nine-cell battery • 65- and 90-watt ac adapter • Windows XP Professional operating system and selected preloaded applications • Windows XP Home operating system and selected preloaded applications • Windows Vista Business (32-bit), Business (64-bit), Ultimate (64-bit), Ultimate (32-bit), and Home Premium (32-bit)

Software

Non-Lenovo software: The non-Lenovo software programs listed in this section may be licensed to you under the non-Lenovo manufacturer's, supplier's, or publisher's terms and conditions. The non-Lenovo manufacturers, suppliers, or publishers are responsible for providing any service or support associated with these programs. The descriptions of these programs were obtained from information made available by these companies to the general public. Lenovo does not warrant these products. Some software may differ from its separately available version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program function. Software that may be included or preloaded on the system Standard preload for T61 systems Windows XP Professional

• Microsoft Windows XP Professional • InterVideo WinDVD Player — Only for systems with DVD drive or DVD/CD-RW • InterVideo WinDVD Creator — Only for systems with DVD-RW/CD-RW drive • ThinkVantage Productivity Center • ThinkVantage System Update • PC-Doctor diagnostics • Think Multimedia — Only for systems with DVD-RW/CD-RW drive • ThinkVantage Access Connections • Adobe Acrobat Reader • ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery 3.0 • Symantec Client Security Software (OEM Edition) with 90 days of virus definition updates • ThinkVantage Client Security Solution • ThinkVantage fingerprint software • Diskeeper Lite by Diskeeper Corporation • Google Desktop Search • Picasa by Google • Microsoft Live Portal • Microsoft Office Hybrid Pro

Windows Vista

• Windows Vista Business, Business 64, Ultimate, or Home Premium operating systems • ThinkVantage Productivity Center • ThinkVantage Access Connections • ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery

Lenovo Europe ZG07-0667 Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo 6 • ThinkVantage Client Security Software, available only for Windows Vista 32-bit preload • ThinkVantage System Update • PC-Doctor diagnostics • Adobe Acrobat Reader • Norton Internet Security 2007 (OEM Edition) with 90 days of virus definition updates • ThinkVantage fingerprint software on selected models • Diskeeper Lite by Diskeeper Corporation • Google Desktop Search • Picasa by Google • Microsoft Live Portal • Microsoft Office Hybrid Pro

• New applications: – Diskeeper Lite provides networkwide to help your system maintain top performance. – Google Desktop allows you to seamlessly search for files on your system's HDD with the choice of what you index and how the tool is displayed. – Picasa from Google locates all digital content on the system HDD and enables easy management and simple edits.

Note: These applications are not preloaded on systems with Windows Vista Ultimate (64-bit).

Warranty information

For a copy of applicable product warranties, contact your authorized Lenovo reseller or Lenovo representative. Lenovo makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services. Telephone support may be subject to additional charges, even during the limited warranty period. For Lenovo machines with on-site labor, Lenovo will attempt to diagnose and resolve the problem remotely before sending a technician. For Lenovo machines with courier or depot service, Lenovo will attempt to diagnose and resolve the problem remotely before sending a courier. All offers are subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice. Lenovo is not responsible for photographic or typographic errors.

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 Maximum CD and DVD rates; rates are variable and are often less than the maximum. 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.

Lenovo Europe ZG07-0667 Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo 7 7 Public network download speeds are limited to 53 Kbps. 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 the V.92 support device driver when available. Check with your telephone and Internet service providers for availability. 8 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. 9 Thickness may vary at certain points on the system. 10 Actual weight may vary depending on vendor components, manufacturing process, or options. Weight includes battery and optional travel bezel instead of the standard optical drive in the Ultrabay Slim. 11 Refer to the models and features available in your country.

Trademarks

PS/2 is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both.

Intel and Intel Centrino are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Active Protection System, ThinkVantage, Rescue and Recovery, Ultrabay, and Lenovo are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both

ThinkPad, TrackPoint, ThinkLight, and ThinkPad are registered trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both

Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.

This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information visit the Lenovo worldwide page at: http://www.lenovo.com/planetwide/select/selector.html

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