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    IBM ThinkPad R50e with Free 512MB RAM and Free Shipping (Basic config is only $599)

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by Andrew Baxter, Nov 16, 2005.

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    IBM is running some specials on the ThinkPad R50e budget line of notebooks -- they're still very good build and same ThinkPad design, sort of like a cheaper version T40 series notebook and not as ruggedly constructed but a whole lot cheaper.

    IBM ThinkPad R50e with Free 512MB RAM and Free Shipping (Basic config is only $599)

    The IBM ThinkPad R50e is now on special offer direct from IBM/Lenovo, get the - Intel Pentium M processor 725 (1.60GHz), Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g), Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition (Upgrade to XP Professional for only $50), 15" XGA TFT (1024x768), 256MB DDR SDRAM, 40GB Hard Drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo, 4.0-hr Li-Ion Battery, 1-year limited warranty, FREE 512MB DDR SDRAM Memory, Buy these notebooks online & you'll automatically receive free shipping
    ( Limit 5 per customer)
     
    Andrew Baxter, Nov 16, 2005
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