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    Can anyone recommend a case for a T400 with a 9 cell battery?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by alittlemonkish, May 8, 2009.

  1. alittlemonkish

    alittlemonkish Notebook Consultant

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    I've noticed that the 9 cell adds at least an inch the back making it hard to fit in any case made for a 14.1" laptop. I'd like to keep the battery in and not have to take it out every time i take it somewhere, that would be a real hassle.

    I'm guessing I might have to look for cases made for 15.4" laptops that fit tight on a 15.4". I like the idea of a neoprene sleeve but would like a handle or a messenger bag perhaps.

    I do like the belkin messenger bag but it would only hold my laptop and I would have carry my backpack also. Not sure how much of a hassle that would be but I like the looks of it, I just dont think it is big enough.

    Any other suggestions?
     
    alittlemonkish, May 8, 2009
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  2. StealthTH

    StealthTH Notebook Evangelist

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    Lenovo Bag

    I got that bag for free with my T42 and I now use it with my T400 with the 9 cell. Fits just fine, looks good, soft interior, good bag. I was also able to carry a notebook a few folders and a calculator with room to sparce.
     
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  3. wilse

    wilse Notebook Evangelist

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    Sure! How about a Tom Bihn Brain Cell:

    http://www.tombihn.com/page/001/PROD/300/TB0300

    Just about the best protection you can get for a laptop. I think a size 3S is what you'd need for a T400 with a 9-cell, but they don't show a 9-cell on their list, so I don't know for sure. A quick call or e-mail to Tom Bihn would let you know for sure - their customer support is amazing!
     
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    drjohn Notebook Consultant

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    I've got an Incase which fits my 14.1" R61 w/6-cell just fine... not too tight, so it'll probly fit your 9-cell too. Don't know which model (it was a gift), but I think any bag for a 15" iBook will probably work.

    ~john
     
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    huntnyc Notebook Evangelist

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    Anyone have any more suggestions on bags for T400 with 9 cell? I am looking for a checkpoint friendly bag but might have to have one with whells. I appreceeiate your help.

    Gary
     
    huntnyc, May 15, 2009
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