Hardware Announcement April 18, 2006

New 3000 C100 notebook models feature Pentium M 730 processor

Overview • Three-in-one multicard reader supports Secure Digital, At a glance What′s new multimedia, and memory stick cards The new Lenovo 3000 C100 New Lenovo 3000 C100 notebooks notebook models deliver models include an Intel Pentium Support outstanding technology and M processor 730. features: • One-year warranty10 Performance: The Lenovo 3000 C100 • IBM service and support • Intel Pentium M processor 730 notebook is a sleek, dependable (1.6 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 533 notebook that offers worry-free Design MHz front-side bus (FSB)) computing and solid performance at featuring Intel SpeedStep • a great value. This notebook is ideal Stylish silver top covers technology1 for maximum and for professionals who seek an • Lenovo full-sized keyboard (six battery-optimized performance affordable, yet sleek and complete rows) with power button, and • 381.0-mm (15-in) display with notebook package packed with Lenovo Care button 1024 x 768 resolution mainstream features. • Corel Small Business Center • Integrated Intel 915GM graphics Great technology featuring WordPerfect Office 12 chipset • Intel Centrino mobile • Two-button touch pad with scroll • Battery life of up to 5.02 hours technology: feature • 24x max CD-RW/DVD-ROM3 − Intel Pentium M processor Worry-free computing from Lenovo • One PC card slot (type I- and family Care — Lenovo worries so you don′t II-compatible) have to − Intel 915GM chipset • Standard 512 MB4 PC2-4200 • − Intel Pro/Wireless 2915ABG Experience worry-free computing: DDR2 533 MHz memory Network Connection Lenovo Care and service and support are available from IBM. • 56 K V.905 modem • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (V.92-designed)6 and 10/100 • 900 Performance restoration: Keep Ethernet your PCs running like new. • 40 GB7 (5400 rpm) 2.5-inch HDD • Standard ports: Four USB 2.0, • One-button system recovery external display, S-Video, RJ-45, Battery: Eight-cell Li-Ion battery helps you recover from a virus at RJ-11, and IEEE 1394 port with up to 5 hours of battery life the click of a button. • Microsoft Windows XP Home • Automatic updates from Lenovo: Edition Communications The PC that updates itself. • Support Center: 800-426-7378 • Intel Pro/Wireless 2915ABG • Easy network connectivity and Network Connection management: No other PC makes getting and staying connected • 10/100 Ethernet easier. • Wireless on-off switch Great products from Lenovo and Ports great support make a great combination. • Four USB 2.0 ports and IEEE 1394 (4-pin) Planned availability date • Integrated microphone April 18, 2006 • Stereo headphone and speakers • VGA and S-Video

This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information, contact your sales representative, call 800-426-4968, or visit http://www.lenovo.com.

Lenovo United States Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo 106-273 • Headphone/line-out Description • Four USB 2.0 • RJ-11 and RJ-45 Lenovo 3000 C100 notebook Lenovo 3000 C100 notebook options ENERGY STAR Standard battery shipped with the system: Eight-cell All models of Lenovo notebook systems are designed to Li-Ion battery meet the EPA ENERGY STAR11 requirements for using less than 15 watts of power in sleep mode when enabled Approximate battery operation and charging hours are: by the power management software provided with the systems. • Standard battery life: Up to 5.0 hr • Power off/suspend charge: 2.5 hr Processor technology: Intel Pentium M processor 730 • Operational charge: featuring Intel SpeedStep technology for maximum and − Minimum: 3.0 hr battery-optimized performance − Typical: 4.0 hr − Maximum: 12.0 hr LCD display: 381.0-mm (15.0-in) TFT with 1024 x 768 resolution Family features available for the Lenovo 3000 C100 Video modes notebook12 •  Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 Chipset with XGA Intel M 370 and 380 (1024 x 768) TFT display resolution • Intel Pentium M 730, 740, 750, and 760 TFT LCD • HDDs: 40, 60, 80, and 100 GB (2.5-in, 5400 rpm) Resolution Color depth • System memory: 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB 640 x 480 256, 64K, 16M 800 x 600 256, 64K, 16M • Optical drives: CD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD-ROM, and DVD 1024 x 768 256, 64K, 16M Recordable (dual layer) External monitor • Resolution Color Refresh rate (Hz) Bluetooth wireless technology • 640 x 480 256 60, 75, 85, 100 Intel 915GM chipset 640 x 480 64K 60, 75, 85, 100 • 640 x 480 16M 60, 75, 85, 100 Lenovo 11a/b/g Wi-Fi wireless • 800 x 600 256 60, 75, 85, 100 Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection 800 x 600 64K 60, 75, 85, 100 • 800 x 600 16M 60, 75, 85, 100 15.0-in TFT display with 1024 x 768 resolution panel • 1024 x 768 256 60, 70, 75, 85, 100 Eight-cell Li-Ion battery 1024 x 768 64K 60, 70, 75, 85, 100 • 1024 x 768 16M 60, 70, 75, 85, 100 Microsoft Windows XP Professional and Windows XP Home Edition 1280 x 1024 256 60, 75, 80 1280 x 1024 64K 60, 75, 80 • PC DOS 2000 license 1280 x 1024 16M 60, 75, 85 • Corel Small Business Center featuring WordPerfect 1600 x 1200 256 60 Office 12 1600 x 1200 64K 60 1600 x 1200 16M 60 Software

Keyboard features: The keyboard has the familiar layout Non-Lenovo software: The non-Lenovo software and quality of a Lenovo notebook with an programs listed in this section may be licensed to you ′ ′ industry-standard touch pad pointing device. under the non-Lenovo manufacturer s, supplier s, or publisher′s terms and conditions. The non-Lenovo Optical drive: 24x max CD-RW/DVD-ROM manufacturers, suppliers, or publishers are responsible for providing any service or support associated with these Memory: Standard 512 MB PC2-4200 DDR2 533 MHz programs. The descriptions of these programs were memory obtained from information made available by these companies to the general public. Lenovo does not HDD: 40 GB (5400 rpm) 2.5-inch HDD warrant these products. Some software may differ from its separately available version (if available), and may not Card slots: The PC card slot accommodates either one include user manuals or all program function. Type I or one Type II card. Software that may be included or preloaded on the Other features and ports system • External display port • Microsoft Windows XP Professional or Windows XP • Integrated 56K V.90 modem (V.92-designed) Home Edition • Intel Pro/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection • Lenovo Care tools: • Integrated microphone − Performance restoration: Keep your PCs running like new. • External microphone port

106-273 -2- − One-button system recovery: Recover from a virus at the click of a button. Reference information − Automatic updates from Lenovo: The PC that 1 Power management reduces processor speed when in updates itself. battery mode. 2 These model numbers achieved the Ziff Davis Media Inc.′s − Easy network connectivity and management Business Winstone 2002 BatteryMark Version 4.0.1 battery (mobile): No other PC makes getting and staying rundown time of at least the time shown. This test was connected easier. performed without independent verification by the VeriTest testing division of Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. (VeriTest) • PC-Doctor diagnostics nor Ziff Davis Media Inc.; neither Ziff Davis Media Inc. nor VeriTest makes any representations or warranties as to • Roxio Digital Media LE with Roxio RecordNOW Basic: these test results. For a description of the environment CD-RW/DVD-ROM (Combo) and DVD Recordable (dual under which the test was performed, visit layer) models only http://www.ibm.com/pc/ww/thinkpad/batterylife • Intervideo WinDVD: CD-RW/DVD-ROM (Combo) and DVD Recordable (dual layer) models only Battery life (and recharge times) varies based on many factors including screen brightness, applications, features, • Intervideo WinDVD Creator: DVD Recordable (dual power management, battery conditioning, and other layer) models only customer preferences. Recharge time also varies depending on system mode. Charging times vary depending on • Adobe Acrobat Reader operating conditions. Battery may not charge fully during heavy loading. • Norton Internet Security Software (OEM Edition) with 3 For combination drives, maximum speeds are given in the 90 days of virus definition updates following order: CD-R, CD-RW, CD, and DVD. CD and DVD drives list maximum rates; rates are variable and are often • Lenovo Password Manager (non-fingerprint models) less than the maximum. 4 • For PCs without a separate video card, memory supports Diskeeper Lite by Diskeeper Corporation both system and video. Accessible system memory is up to • 128 MB less than the amount stated, depending on video Google Desktop mode. 5 • Google Toolbar 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 • Picasa from Google Kbps. Public networks currently limit maximum download speeds to about 53 Kbps. Actual speeds depend on many • Corel Small Business Center featuring WordPerfect factors and are often less than the maximum possible. 6 Office 12: Public network download speeds are limited to 53 Kbps. Upload speeds are limited to 48 Kbps for V.92 modems. − WordPerfect 12 preinstalled Actual speeds depend on many factors and are often less than the maximum possible. V.92 functions and speeds − Quattro Pro 12 (60-day trial with viewer) require a compatible phone line and server equipment, and preinstalled download of the V.92 support device driver when available. Check with your telephone and Internet service providers for − Presentations 12 (60-day trial with viewer) availability. preinstalled 7 GB equals one billion bytes when referring to HDD. Accessible capacity is less. Up to 4 GB is used in the − Corel Photo Album Starter 6 (with 60-day trial of service partition. Photo Album Deluxe Edition) preinstalled 8 This footnote does not apply. 9 This footnote does not apply. − Corel Paint Shop Pro X (60-day trial) ready to install 10 Refer to the Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty for terms governing support obligations. For a copy, contact your − Corel DRAW Graphics Suite 12 (60-day trial) ready authorized Business Partner or Lenovo customer to install representative. 11 As an ENERGY STAR partner, Lenovo has determined that − Lotus SmartSuite /Lotus Notes LOU Flyer all models of this product meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. 12 Certain product family features are limited to select models that may not be available in all countries. Some Warranty information combinations of features are not supported. Refer to the models and features available in your country. For a copy of applicable product warranties, contact your authorized Lenovo reseller or Lenovo representative. Trademarks Lenovo makes no representation or warranty regarding Lotus, Lotus SmartSuite, and Notes are registered third-party products or services. trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Telephone support may be subject to additional charges, Intel, Pentium, Intel Centrino, and Celeron are registered even during the limited warranty period. For Lenovo trademarks of Intel Corporation. machines with on-site labor, Lenovo will attempt to Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft diagnose and resolve the problem remotely before Corporation. sending a technician. For Lenovo machines with courier Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo in the United States, other or depot service, your service provider will attempt to countries, or both diagnose and resolve the problem remotely before ThinkPad is a registered trademark of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both sending a courier. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. All offers are subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice. 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Note: Actual specifications and weights may vary based Optional features on features, vendor components, or manufacturing processes. For the latest information on options available for the Lenovo 3000 C Series notebook and other Lenovo Electrical specifications notebooks, visit • Universal ac adapter (65 W) http://www.lenovo.com − Input: 100/240 V ac, 50/60 Hz − Output: 20 V dc • Eight-cell Li-Ion battery pack: 14.8 V, 4.3 Ah Services Heat dissipation: 245 Btu/hr maximum

IBM Integrated Technology Services Heat emissions: 65 watts maximum

IBM services include business consulting, outsourcing, Air temperature for shipping and storage: -20° to 60°C hosting services, applications, and other technology (-4° to 140°F) management. Acoustic noise level: Category 3D (office environment) These services help you learn about, plan, install, manage, or optimize your IT infrastructure to be an On • Sound power level: Demand Business. They can help you integrate your − 3.8 bels (idling) high-speed networks, storage systems, application − 4.6 bels (Fan + HDD seeking) servers, wireless protocols, and an array of platforms, • Sound pressure level at the operator position: 40 dB middleware, and communications software for Lenovo (Fan + HDD seeking)/25 cm 32dB(idling)/25 cm and many non-Lenovo offerings. Note: All measurements are made in accordance with the For details on available services, contact your IBM International Organization of Standardization (ISO) 7779 representative or visit and reported in conformance with ISO 9296.

http://www.ibm.com/services/ Operating environment: Lenovo computers are designed, built, and tested for high quality and reliability. When For details on available IBM Business Continuity and used properly in standard business environments, a Recovery Services, contact your IBM representative or Lenovo system should be a reliable computing asset for visit many years. Harsh environments and abuse can damage http://www.ibm.com/services/continuity these systems since they are not intended to withstand extreme temperatures, dust, shock, or other severe For details on education offerings related to specific physical environments. Lenovo systems should not be products, visit used in unsuitable environments. For example, a Lenovo system should not be used in non-stationary http://www.ibm.com/services/learning/index.html environments, such as in-vehicle installations, without additional casing or shock dissipation. Lenovo warrants Select your country, and then select the product as the that this notebook will conform to its Official Published category. Specifications when used in a suitable physical operating environment. Technical information For additional information about supported environments, refer to the Physical specifications section. Physical specifications Agency approvals • Width: 333.6 (13.1 in) • Depth: 277.5 mm (10.9 in) System unit • Height: 33.8 to 37.0 mm (1.33 to 1.45 in) • FCC Class-B certified to comply with FCC Rules, Part 15 • Weight (approximate): 2.75 kg (6.17 lb) to 2.90 kg (6.39 • VCCI Class B lb) • CISPR22 Class B • UL 60950 Accessories • CSA C22.2 No. 950 • NOM • Battery pack (Li-Ion): 413 g (0.910 lb) • SASO • AC adapter (two-pin or three-pin) • IEC 60950 • Power cord for ac adapter • ACA • MPR-II (Sweden)

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United States 106-273 • CE Mark Installability: Lenovo 3000 C100 systems require • CCC (for China) approximately 20 minutes for installation. Installation • BSMI includes unpacking, setting up, and powering on the • CER system. Additional time is required to install optional memory and other optional features. Software requirements: The following operating systems support the Lenovo 3000 C100 system: Packaging

• Windows XP Professional Shipment group • Windows XP Home Edition • PC DOS 2000 License (limited support) • System unit with U.S. English keyboard • Worldwide ac adapter Note: Previous versions of these operating systems are • Country-specific line cord not supported. • Rechargeable battery pack • Publications group: Operating systems other than those preinstalled on the − Lenovo 3000 C Series Setup Guide systems may not provide full-feature function. To view − Lenovo 3000 C Series Troubleshooting Guide considerations or Service Hints and Tips by operating system, visit Security, auditability, and control http://www.lenovo.com/support Standard security features • In the middle of the screen, in the Quick path to a ′ product field, enter your system s four-digit machine Passwords: These password protection mechanisms are type and model number, such as 0761-22U. available: • On the left side of the screen, click Hints and Tips. • Power-on passwords to help protect the system from unauthorized use Compatibility and supported products • Supervisor password for use by a system Contact your Lenovo representative for a list of supported administrator features and options. • HDD password to help protect data on the removable HDD PC card: The Lenovo 3000 C100 notebook conforms to the PC Card Standard 95. The PC Card Standard In addition, an optional locking device in the IBM Security encompasses both the former 16-bit Release 2.1 card slot provides physical security. standard and the new 32-bit CardBus card. Other PC card adapters that comply with the PC Card Standard may also The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and function, but have not been tested by Lenovo. implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application Vendor software compatibility systems and communications facilities.

Lenovo tests a large number of commonly used and Terms and conditions available applications for compatibility with its Lenovo systems using supporting operating systems and configurations. In general, you can expect that most IBM Global Financing: Yes vendor applications designed to run on supported To obtain copies of the Lenovo Statement of Limited  operating systems and Intel -compatible system Warranty, contact your reseller or Lenovo. architectures should be compatible with a Lenovo system. Some configurations, however, may not be compatible. In the United States, call 800-426-7378 or write to: Lenovo does not warrant or support vendor software Warranty Information products, nor guarantee compatibility of those products P.O. Box 12195 with Lenovo systems. Refer to the applicable warranty Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 and license terms provided by the respective vendors. Attn: Dept ZYPA/B676

Lenovo 3000 C series contain BIOS in their flash ROM and Warranty period a GUI to set up the system and power management features for Windows users. BIOS provides the hardware • System hardware — One year on parts and labor instructions and interfaces designed to support the • standard features of the Lenovo 3000 C100 notebook System battery — One year computer. Optional Lenovo features initially installed in a Lenovo system carry the same warranty period as the system. Limitations: For a list of tips about running various If installed after the initial system installation, they carry versions of operating systems, visit the balance of the system warranty or the optional feature http://www.lenovo.com/support warranty, whichever is greater. Select Lenovo 3000 C100 system Hints and Tips. Warranty service: If required, your service provider provides repair or exchange service depending on the Planning information type of warranty service specified for the machine. A service technician will attempt to resolve your problem Cable orders: All cables are included in the shipment over the telephone. You must follow the problem group. determination and resolution procedures. Scheduling of service will depend upon the time of your call and is subject to parts availability. Service levels are response

106-273 -2- time objectives and are not guaranteed. The specified and may be subject to a chargeable action. The magnetic level of warranty service may not be available in all field does not affect flat-panel LCD monitors and Lenovo worldwide locations. Additional charges may apply LCD displays. outside your service provider′s normal service area. Contact your local service provider representative or Licensing: Programs included with this product are your reseller for country and location specific information. licensed under the terms and conditions of the License Agreements that are shipped with the system. Customer replaceable unit (CRU) service: Lenovo will ship CRUs to you for you to install. Tier 1 CRUs are easy ThinkPlus services to install, whereas Tier 2 CRUs require some technical skill and tools. CRU information and replacement Warranty and maintenance options: The announced instructions are shipped with your machine and are products may be eligible for ThinkPlus Maintenance available from Lenovo at any time on your request. You Services, convenient prepackaged offerings for warranty may request that a service provider install CRUs, at no service upgrades and maintenance services. additional charge, under the type of warranty service designated for your machine. Lenovo specifies in the Installation services: The announced products may be materials shipped with a replacement CRU whether a eligible for ThinkPlus Installation Services, convenient defective CRU must be returned. When return is prepackaged offerings for installation services. required, return instructions and a container are shipped with the replacement CRU, and you may be charged for Refer to the Prices section for information on the the replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the availability of ThinkPlus Services. defective CRU within 30 days of your receipt of the replacement. Field-installable features: Yes

Courier or depot service: You will disconnect the failing Model conversions: No machine for collection arranged by your service provider. A shipping container will be provided to you for you to Machine installation: Customer setup. Customers are return your machine to a designated service center. A responsible for installation according to the instructions courier will pick up your machine and deliver it to the Lenovo provides with the machine. designated service center. Following its repair or exchange, the service center will arrange the return Graduated Program License Charges apply: No. This delivery of the machine to your location. You are product does not contain licensed internal code or responsible for its installation and verification. licensed machine code. This type of service is called EasyServ in the U.S. and Canada. Prices Call 800-426-7378 to assist with problem isolation for hardware to determine if warranty service is required. Mobile products Telephone support may be subject to additional charges, even during the limited warranty period. If a hardware All models have a modem, 10/100 Ethernet, 15.0-in XGA problem is identified, the Customer Support Center will (1024 x 768) resolution TFT display and Intel 915GM either initiate the shipment of a CRU or arrange for a chipset with integrated graphics, eight-cell Li-Ion battery, courier to pick up the system for overnight delivery and touch pad. Only models with a combination of the (where available) to the repair location. Most repairs Intel 915GM chipset and Intel PRO/Wireless have Intel should be made within 48 hours after the system is Centrino mobile technology. received at the repair location (actual repair time may vary). Keep the original shipping carton for shipping to Preloads are described in the Description section of this the repair location. If the original shipping carton is not document. available, the courier will deliver a shipping carton and Machine return to pick up the system for delivery to the repair Order type/ List location. Description number model price(13)

International Warranty Service (IWS): IWS is available U.S. English Machines during the warranty period to customers who travel or Windows XP Home Edition relocate to countries where their computer is sold and serviced by a service provider authorized to perform Lenovo 3000 C100 0761EAU 0761-EAU $779 warranty service. Eligible Lenovo computers are 40.0 GB at 5400 rpm, identified by their four-digit machine type. Intel Pentium M Processor 730, 512 MB, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo, You can obtain IWS through the method of service, such 15.0-in TFT 1024 X 768, as CRU, depot, carry-in, or on-site, provided in the Intel 915GM, Intel Graphics servicing country. Service methods and procedures vary Media Accelerator 900 chipset, by country, and some service or parts may not be 8 cell battery, available in all countries. Service centers in certain Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG, Corel Small Business Center countries may not be able to service all models of a particular machine type. In addition, some countries may have fees and restrictions that apply at the time of 13 List price; does not include tax or shipping and is subject to service. change without notice. Reseller prices may vary. Note: Due to the earth′s magnetic field, CRT monitors are manufactured to work in northern, southern, and equatorial regions of the earth and may not produce a satisfactory image when moved between them. Any required adjustment (if possible) is not covered under IWS

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Part Description number 1-year IOR 9 x 5 NBD 41C9166 3-year IOR 9 x 5 NBD 41C9168 3-year P&L P/U Depot 41C9170

ThinkPlus MA for post warranty/warranty service upgrade service

Part Description number 1-year IOR 9 x 5 NBD 41C9279 1-year P&L P/U Depot 41C9278 2-year IOR 9 x 5 NBD 41C9281 2-year P&L P/U Depot 41C9280

IBM Global Services is the preferred, authorized warranty service, warranty service upgrade, and post-warranty service provider for Lenovo products (excluding mainland China). For ServiceElect (ESA) Maintenance Service Charges, contact IBM Global Services at 888-426-4343.

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Intel, Intel Centrino, and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Lenovo and ThinkPlus are 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.

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