IBM ThinkPad T21 from IBM Thinkpad range

IBM ThinkPad T21 Review

IBM ThinkPad T21
The IBM Think Pad T21 succeeds the popular IBM ThinkPad 600 line. The new IBM ThinkPad T21 notebook offers features and options that are common with the ThinkPad A20p and A20m. Features include the (Ultraport), Ultrabay 2000, and ThinkLight on selected models. Options such as memory, port replication, and docking are available.

The T21 has a sleek form of about 33.1 mm (1.3 inches) thin and optimal travel configurations weighing 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs). Its dimensions are 304 mm (12.0 inches) x 250 mm (9.8 inches). The new titanium composite cover provides strength and durability.

All IBM T21 models will come with an UltraPort connector found on the edge of the top panel. This new innovative port supports an optional digital camera, and supports power-management functions required by Bluetooth. The port's location ensures optimal performance for both applications.

NOTE: IBM ThinkPad T21
*1 Supported in panning mode.
*2 The approximate value when using only an external monitor. When the LCD and external monitor modes are used at the same time, refresh rate, resolution, or color depth may be lower.

IBM ThinkPad T21 Keyboard and TrackPoint with enhanced features

The keyboard has the familiar layout of a ThinkPad notebook with function keys that allow you to quickly access system functions such as power management
The ThinkPad T21 system is euro hardware ready (EMEA models only).
The TrackPoint with enhanced features incorporates the Press-to-Select and Release-to-Select function. Just tap the TrackPoint to speed icon launches and help reduce key strokes. The new programmable center button enables fast scrolling of Web sites and documents or fast panning across wide spreadsheets. Switch to the innovative magnifying glass feature to enlarge screen views in any application.
Processor
Mobile Pentium III at 650 MHz, 700 MHz or 750 MHz depending on model, plus 256 KB of onboard cache, and floating-point decimal provide exceptional performance.

IBM ThinkPad T21 Memory
The system has 128 MB of memory standard and can be configured for up to 512 MB of addressable memory. Memory options up to 256 MB SDRAM SO DIMMs each can be added in the two available slots for memory expansion.

IBM ThinkPad T21 PC Card
The Type III slot accommodates either two Type I, two Type II, or one Type III PC card. The slot supports the CardBus adapters, PC card, and the Zoomed Video (ZV) adapter. Currently available in Microsof Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98, and Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional.

IBM ThinkPad T21 Storage
The customer-removable, upgradable hard drive is 6.0 GB standard on the CD-ROM models and 12 GB standard on the DVD models. The ability to add an optional SuperDisk (LS120), drive, or a second hard drive in the Ultrabay 2000 provides expanded storage. The second hard drive option, requiring an adapter, can be used with all ThinkPad T21 models. The 1.44 MB diskette drive (FDD) can be plugged directly into the ThinkPad T21 Ultrabay 2000 or attached externally for added flexibility. The optional cable and adapter are available through IBM Accessories.

IBM ThinkPad T21 Audio
Full-duplex audio on the system board and the integrated microphone allow voice annotation and audio. The system is equipped with audio in/out jacks for stereo speakers, headphone, or external microphone. The system supports Sound Blaster audio applications.

IBM ThinkPad T21 Video
Models with Windows 98 Second Edition support a system display and an external monitor simultaneously while different applications are on each screen. Move the cursor from one screen to the other and drag and drop items from the application on one screen to the application on the second screen.

IBM ThinkPad T21 Infrared
The system has one fast IR transceiver (up to 4 Mbps) for wireless file and data transfer and printing. The ThinkPad T21 is designed for compliance with the Infrared Data Association (IrDA) IR data link specification Version 1.1.

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