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    $999 T42

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by randomuser, Jul 21, 2006.

  1. randomuser

    randomuser Notebook Enthusiast

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    There is a T42 in the Lenovo Outlet section. I suppose I will pay more for extra warranty. Is it a deal considering the newer T60's?

    I like the 14" SXGA+ screen but am not sure about the PM CPU. I don't quite care about HD and graphics card performance.
    I could add after-market memory (though the bus is slow at 400 MHz). The 9-cell battery is a plus.

    I think the new roll cage and anti-shock HD, which enhances reliability. The Core Duo CPU should be better than the PM.

    ThinkPad T42
    $1,999.00 Original Web price*
    $999.00 Outlet price*
    Free shipping!

    * Intel® Pentium® M Processor 745 (1.80GHz)[2]
    * Genuine Windows® XP Professional[6]
    * 14.1" SXGA+ TFT (1400x1050) display
    * 256MB DDR SDRAM memory[3]
    * 40GB 5400rpm hard drive[4]
    * ThinkPad 11a/b/g Wi-Fi Wireless
    * Integrated Gigabit Ethernet and modem
    * Integrated Fingerprint Reader
    * CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo drive
    * 9 cell Lithium-Ion battery[13]
    * 32MB ATI Mobility RADEON 7500 graphics
    * 1-year limited warranty[8]

    More details: #2378R5U
     
    randomuser, Jul 21, 2006
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    It is about $300-400 cheaper than a comparable T60. Is a better value? I can't really answer than for you. The T60 will offer better performance and battery life, but if you are not a power user perhaps its not an issue for you.
     
    ZaZ, Jul 22, 2006
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  3. SkiBunny

    SkiBunny Notebook Deity

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    Actually, that's the Dothan processor, isn't it? Which was lower voltage thus good battery life and quite cool.

    Tough decision, now that the T60 2623D6U is only $1399

    But only a 40-gig HD? That'd be a deal-breaker for me. You gonna upgrade the HD too?

    They are selling the same model in Canada for C$899, albeit with an XGA screen (but 80-gig HD and 512mb and 3-yr warranty).
     
    SkiBunny, Jul 24, 2006
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