Lenovo 3000 Notebooks — Entry and Mainstream Notebooks Offer an Exceptional Value

Hardware Announcement March 14, 2006

Lenovo 3000 notebooks — Entry and mainstream notebooks offer an exceptional value

Overview Support At a glance • 11 The new Lenovo 3000 notebook is One-year warranty a sleek, dependable notebook that The new Lenovo 3000 notebook offers worry-free computing and Design delivers outstanding technology and features: solid performance at a great value. • Stylish silver top covers The notebook offers Intel •   Lenovo full-sized keyboard (six • Intel Celeron M processor 370 Pentium M and Celeron M rows) with power button and processors and up to 2 GB of DDR2 (1.5 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache, 400 Lenovo Care button MHz front-side bus (FSB)), Intel RAM. It includes an award-winning • Corel Small Business Center full-sized keyboard, a large 15 WXGA Pentium M processor 740 (1.73 featuring WordPerfect Office 12 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 533 MHz display, and an optional DVD on selected models Recordable drive with dual layer FSB), featuring Intel SpeedStep • Two-button touch pad with scroll technology1 for maximum and support. Ports include a three-in-one feature multicard reader, IEEE 1394 (4-pin), battery-optimized performance and four USB readers. The versatile Worry-free computing from Lenovo • 381.0-mm (15-in) display with offers up to five hours of battery life Care — Lenovo worries so you don′t 1024 x 768 resolution and a travel weight of 2.7 kg (6.2 have to lb)7, making it a worthy road • Integrated Intel 915GM companion. • Experience worry-free computing: Graphics chipset Lenovo Care and service and • Battery life of up to 5.02 hours support available from IBM. Great technology: Intel Centrino • on Pentium M models and up to Performance restoration: Keep 4.5 hours on the Celeron models mobile technology on selected your PCs running like new. models: • One-button system recovery • 24x max CD-RW/DVD-ROM3 or • Intel Pentium M processor family helps you recover from a virus at DVD Recordable (dual layer) 5x • Intel 915GM chipset the click of a button. max • Automatic updates from Lenovo: • Intel Pro/Wireless Network • One PC card slot (type I- and Connection The PC that updates itself. • Easy network connectivity and II-compatible) PC2-4200 DDR2 533 MHz memory Performance management: No other PC makes getting and staying connected • 56 K V.905 modem • Intel Celeron M processor family easier. (V.92-designed)6 and 10/100 on selected models Ethernet RJ-45, RJ-11, and IEEE Note: This system cannot be ordered • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1394 port 900 until the availability date. • Intel 11b/g wireless • Microsoft Windows XP Home • 40 or 60 GB10 5400 rpm 2.5-inch Edition on select models HDD • Lenovo PC DOS license on select models Battery: Eight-cell Li-Ion battery with up to five hours of battery on Consult local marketing for up to the Pentium models. date product description and information at Communications http://www.lenovo.com/in • 10/100 Ethernet • Wireless on-off switch Planned availability date: Ports March 14, 2006 • Four USB 2.0 ports and IEEE 1394 (4-pin) • Integrated microphone • Stereo headphone and speakers • Three-in-one multicard reader supports Secure Digital, Multimedia, and Memory Stick cards

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 Asia Pacific Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo AG06-0235 • Integrated microphone AP Distribution • External microphone port CTRY/Region ANNOUNCED • Four USB 2.0 INDIA Yes • RJ-11 and RJ-45

Lenovo 3000 notebook options Description Approximate battery operation and charging hours: For up to date product descriptions, consult local − Pentium M models: Up to 5.0 hr marketing literature and the following website: − Celeron M models: Up to 4.5 hr • Power off/suspend charge: 2.5 hr http://www.lenovo.com/in • Operational charge: − Minimum: 3.0 hr Lenovo 3000 notebook − Typical: 4.0 hr − Maximum: 12.0 hr Processor technology: Intel Pentium M processor 740, featuring Intel SpeedStep technology for maximum and battery-optimized performance Family features available for the Lenovo 3000 notebook

LCD display: 381.0-mm (15.0-in) TFT with 1024 x 768 • Intel Celeron M 370 resolution • Intel Pentium M 740 Video modes: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 • HDDs: 40 and 60 GB (2.5-in, 5400 rpm) Chipset with WXGA (1024 x 768) TFT display resolution • System memory: 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB TFT LCD Resolution Color depth • Optical drives: CD-RW/DVD-ROM and DVD Recordable (dual layer) 640 x 480 256, 64K, 16M 800 x 600 256, 64K, 16M • Intel 915GM chipset 1024 x 768 256, 64K, 16M • Intel Wireless LAN 802.11BG Network Connection External monitor Resolution Color refresh rate (Hz) • 15.0-in TFT display with 1024 x 768 resolution panel 640 x 480 256 60, 75, 85, 100 • Eight-cell Li-Ion battery 640 x 480 64K 60, 75, 85, 100 640 x 480 16M 60, 75, 85, 100 • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition 800 x 600 256 60, 75, 85, 100 • Lenovo PC DOS license 800 x 600 64K 60, 75, 85, 100 800 x 600 16M 60, 75, 85, 100 • Corel Small Business Center featuring WordPerfect Office 12 on selected models 1024 x 768 256 60, 70, 75, 85, 100 1024 x 768 64K 60, 70, 75, 85, 100 Certain product family features are limited to selected 1024 x 768 16M 60, 70, 75, 85, 100 models Some combinations of features are not supported. 1280 x 1024 256 60, 75, 80 Refer to the models and features available in your 1280 x 1024 64K 60, 75, 80 country. 1280 x 1024 16M 60, 75, 85 1600 x 1200 256 60 Software 1600 x 1200 64K 60 1600 x 1200 16M 60 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 Keyboard features: The keyboard has the familiar layout publisher′s publishers are responsible for providing any and quality of a Lenovo notebook with an service or support associated with these programs. The industry-standard touch pad pointing device. descriptions of these programs were obtained from Lenovo does not warrant these products. Some software Optical drive: 24x max CD-RW/DVD-ROM or DVD may differ from its separately available version (if Recordable (dual layer) 5x max available), and may not include user manuals or all program function. Memory: Standard 256 or 512 MB PC2-4200 DDR2 533 MHz memory Software that may be included or preloaded on the system HDD: 40 or 60 GB 5400 rpm 2.5-inch HDD models

Card slots: The PC card slot accommodates either one Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home Edition Type I or one Type II card. • Lenovo Care tools: Other features and ports − Performance restoration: Keep your PCs running • External display port like new. • Integrated 56K V.90 modem (V.92-designed) − One-button system recovery: Can recover from a virus at the click of a button. • Intel Wireless LAN 802.11BG Network Connection

AG06-0235 -2- − Automatic updates from Lenovo: The PC that Preloads are described in the Description section of this updates itself. document. − Easy network connectivity and management INDIA Machines (mobile): No other PC makes getting and staying connected easier. (Lenovo PC DOS License) Order Machine • PC-Doctor diagnostics Description Number Type Model • Roxio Digital Media LE has Roxio RecordNOW Basic Lenovo 3000 882511Q 8825 11Q (40.0 GB / 5400rpm, CD-RW/DVD-ROM (Combo) and DVD Recordable (dual Intel Celeron M Processor 370, 256 MB, layer) models only CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo, 15.0-in TFT 1024 X 768, Intel 915GM, • Intervideo WinDVD: CD-RW/DVD-ROM (Combo) and Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 chipset, DVD Recordable (dual layer) models only 8 cell battery, Corel Small Business Center, • Intervideo WinDVD Creator: DVD Recordable (dual Intel 11b/g Wireless, DOS License) layer) models only (Windows XP Home Edition) • Adobe Acrobat Reader Order Machine Description Number Type Model • Norton Internet Security Software (OEM Edition) with Lenovo 3000 882512Q 8825 12Q 90 days of virus definition updates (60.0 GB / 5400rpm, • Intel Pentium M Processor 740, 512 MB, Lenovo Password Manager (non-fingerprint models) DVD Recordable, 15.0-in TFT 1024 X 768, • 8 cell battery, Intel 915GM, Diskeeper Lite by Diskeeper Corporation Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 chipset, • Intel 11b/g Wireless, Google Desktop Windows XP Home Edition) • Google Toolbar • Corel Small Business Center featuring WordPerfect Office 12 1 Power management reduces processor speed when in − WordPerfect 12 preinstalled battery mode. 2 These model numbers achieved the Ziff Davis Media Inc.′s − Presentations 12 (60-day trial with viewer) Business Winstone 2002 BatteryMark Version 4.0.1 battery preinstalled rundown time of at least the time shown. This test was performed without independent verification by the VeriTest − Corel Photo Album Starter 6 (with 60-day trial of testing division of Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. (VeriTest) Photo Album Deluxe Edition) preinstalled nor Ziff Davis Media Inc.; neither Ziff Davis Media Inc. nor VeriTest makes any representations or warranties as to − Corel Paint Shop Pro X (60-day trial) ready to install these test results. For a description of the environment under which the test was performed, visit − Corel DRAW Graphics Suite 12 (60-day trial) ready http://www.ibm.com/pc/ww/ThinkPad /batterylife to install Battery life (and recharge times) varies based on features, power management, battery conditioning, and other customer preferences. Recharge time also varies depending Warranty information on system mode. Charging times vary depending on operating conditions. Battery may not charge fully during heavy loading. For a copy of applicable product warranties, contact your 3 For combination drives, maximum speeds are given in the authorized Lenovo reseller or Lenovo representative. following order: CD-R, CD-RW, CD, and DVD. CD and DVD Lenovo makes no representation or warranty regarding drives list maximum rates; rates are variable and are often third-party products or services. less than the maximum. 4 For PCs without a separate video card, memory supports Telephone support may be subject to additional charges, both system and video. Accessible system memory is up to even during the limited warranty period. For Lenovo 128 MB less than the amount stated, depending on video mode. machines with on-site labor, Lenovo will attempt to 5 The V.90 modem can receive data at up to 56 Kbps from at diagnose and resolve the problem remotely before up to 31.2 Kbps. Public networks currently limit maximum sending a technician. For Lenovo machines with courier download speeds to about 53 Kbps. Actual speeds depend or depot service, your service provider will attempt to on many factors and are often less than the maximum diagnose and resolve the problem remotely before possible. 6 sending a courier. 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 All offers are subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the than the maximum possible. V.92 functions and speeds right to alter product offerings and specifications at any require the V.92 support device driver when available. time without notice. Lenovo is not responsible for Check with your telephone and Internet service providers for photographic or typographic errors. availability. 7 Includes battery; weight may vary depending on vendor components, manufacturing process, or options. Product number 8 11a, 11b, and 11g wireless are based on IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g. An adapter with 11a/b/g can communicate on any of these formats; the actual connection Mobile products — Lenovo 3000 is based on the access point to which it connects. 9 Wi-Fi wireless lets you connect to a LAN without wires or cables. To connect to the Internet, the Cisco AP1200 (or All models have a modem, 10/100 Ethernet, 15.0-in WXGA similar device) and an Internet connection are required. This (1024 x 768) resolution TFT display and Intel 915GM product has been tested and certified to be interoperable by chipset with integrated graphics, Only models with a the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility combination of the Intel 915GM chipset and Intel PRO/Wireless have Intel Centrino mobile technology.

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Trademarks

Intel, Celeron, Pentium, and Intel Centrino are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both ThinkPad is a registered trademark 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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Electrical specifications Optional features • Universal ac adapter (65 W) For the latest information on options available for the − Input: 100/240 V ac, 50/60 Hz Lenovo 3000 notebook and other Lenovo notebooks, − Output: 20 V dc visit • Eight-cell Li-Ion battery pack: 14.8 V, 4.3 Ah http://www.lenovo.com Heat dissipation 245 Btu/hr maximum

Services Heat emissions 65 watts maximum IBM Integrated Technology Services Air temperature for shipping and storage: -20° to 60°C IBM services include business consulting, outsourcing, (-4° to 140°F) hosting services, applications, and other technology management. Acoustic noise level: Category 3D (office environment) These services help you learn about, plan, install, • Sound power level: manage, or optimize your IT infrastructure to be an On − 3.8 bels (idling) Demand Business. middleware, and communications − 4.6 bels (Fan + HDD seeking) software for Lenovo and many non-Lenovo offerings. • Sound pressure level at the operator position: 40 dB (fan + HDD seeking)/25 cm; 32 dB (idling)/25 cm For details on available services, contact your IBM representative or visit Note: All measurements are made in accordance with the International the International Organization of http://www.ibm.com/services/ Standardization (ISO) 7779 and reported in conformance For details on available IBM Business Continuity and with ISO 9296. Recovery Services, contact your IBM representative or visit Operating environment: Lenovo computers are designed, built, and tested for high quality and reliability. When http://www.ibm.com/services/continuity used properly in standard business environments, a Lenovo system should be a reliable computing asset for For details on education offerings related to specific many years. Harsh environments and abuse can damage products, visit these systems since they are not intended to withstand extreme Lenovo systems should not be used in unsuitable http://www.ibm.com/services/learning/index.html environments. For example, a Lenovo system should not Select your country, and then select the product as the be used in non-stationary environments, such as category. in-vehicle installations, without additional casing or shock dissipation. Lenovo warrants that this notebook will conform to its Official Published Specifications when used Technical information in a suitable physical operating environment. For additional information about supported environments, Physical specifications refer to the Physical specifications section. • Width: 333.6 (13.1 in) Agency approvals • Depth: 277.5 mm (10.9 in) System unit • Height: 33.8 to 37.0 mm (1.33 to 1.45 in) • CCC (for China) • Weight (approximate): 2.75 kg (6.17 lb) to 2.90 kg (6.39 lb) Software requirements: The following operating systems • Battery pack (Li-Ion): 413 g (0.910 lb) support the Lenovo 3000 system: • AC adapter (two-pin or three-pin) • Windows XP Professional • Power cord for ac adapter • Windows XP Home Edition Note: Actual specifications and weights may vary based Note: Previous versions of these operating systems are on features, features, vendor components, or not supported. manufacturing processes. Operating systems other than those preinstalled on the systems may not provide full-feature function. To view considerations or Service

This announcement is provided for your information only.

Asia Pacific AG06-0235 http://www.lenovo.com/support In addition, an optional locking device in the IBM Security slot provides physical security. • In the middle of the screen, in the Quick path to a product field, enter your system′s four-digit machine The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and type and model number, such as 0761-22U. implementation of security features, administrative • procedures, and appropriate controls in application On the left side of the screen, click Hints and Tips. systems and communications facilities. Compatibility and supported products Terms and conditions Contact your Lenovo representative for a list of supported features and options. To obtain copies of the Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty, contact your reseller or Lenovo. PC card: The Lenovo 3000 notebook conforms to the PC Card Standard 95. The PC Card Standard encompasses Warranty period both the former 16-bit Release 2.1 card standard and the • — new 32-bit CardBus card. Other PC card adapters that System hardware One year on parts and labor comply with the PC Card Standard may also function, but • System battery — One year have not been tested by Lenovo. Optional Lenovo features initially installed in a Lenovo Vendor software compatibility system carry the same warranty period as the system. If installed after the initial system installation, they carry Lenovo tests a large number of commonly used and the balance of the system warranty or the optional feature available applications for compatibility with its Lenovo warranty, whichever is greater. systems using supporting operating systems and configurations. In general, you can expect that most Warranty service: If required, your service provider vendor applications designed to run on supported provides repair or exchange service depending on the operating systems and Intel -compatible system type of warranty service specified for the machine. A architectures should be compatible with a Lenovo system. service technician will attempt to resolve your problem Some configurations, however, may not be compatible. over the telephone. You must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures. Scheduling of Lenovo does not warrant or support vendor software service will depend upon the time of your call and is products, nor guarantee compatibility of those products subject to parts availability. Service levels are response with Lenovo systems. Refer to the applicable warranty time objectives and are not guaranteed. The specified and license terms provided by the respective vendors. level of warranty service may not be available in all worldwide locations. Additional charges may apply Lenovo 3000 contain BIOS in their flash ROM and a GUI outside your service provider′s normal service area. to set up the system and power management features for Contact your local service provider representative or Windows users. BIOS provides the hardware instructions your reseller for country- and location-specific and interfaces designed to support the standard features information. of the Lenovo 3000 notebook computer. Customer replaceable unit (CRU) service: Lenovo will Limitations: For a list of tips about running various ship CRUs to you for you to install. Tier 1 CRUs are easy versions of operating systems, visit to install, whereas Tier 2 CRUs require some technical skill and tools. CRU information and replacement http://www.lenovo.com/support instructions are shipped with your machine and are available from Lenovo at any time on your request. You Planning information may request that a service provider install CRUs, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service Cable orders: All cables are included in the shipment designated for your machine. Lenovo specifies in the group. must be returned. When return is required, return instructions You may be charged for the replacement Installability: Lenovo 3000 systems require CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective CRU within approximately 20 minutes for installation. Installation 30 days of your receipt of the replacement. includes unpacking, setting up, and powering on the system. Additional time is required to install optional Customer carry-in or mail-in service: You will deliver or memory and other mail as your service provider specifies (prepaid unless specified otherwise) the failing machine suitably Supplies: None packaged to a designated location. After the machine has been repaired or exchanged, it will be made available for Security, auditability, and control your collection or, for Mail-in Service, the machine will be returned to you at Lenovo′s expense, unless your service Passwords: These password protection mechanisms are provider specifies otherwise. You are responsible for the available: subsequent installation and verification of the machine. • Power-on passwords to help protect the system from International Warranty Service (IWS): Not available unauthorized use Licensing: Programs included with this product are • Supervisor password for use by a system licensed under the terms and conditions of the License administrator Agreements that are shipped with the system. • HDD password to help protect data on the removable HDD Field-installable features: Yes

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Machine installation: Customer setup. Customers are responsible for installation according to the instructions Lenovo provides with the machine.

Graduated Program License Charges apply: No. This product does not contain licensed internal code or licensed machine code.

Educational allowance: None

Prices

For all local charges contact your sales representative.

IBM Global Financing: Not available.

Trademarks

Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Lenovo is a trademark 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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