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IBM ThinkPad X31 review

Processor
Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor model: Pentium M
Clock speed: 1.4 GHz
Motherboard
Chipset: Intel 855PM
Data bus speed: 400 MHz
Memory
RAM installed: 256 MB
Number of memory slots: 2
RAM capacity: 0.5 GB
RAM type: SDRAM
Interfaces & networking
VGA (analogue): 1
Video out: no
Infrared: 1
Serial: 1
Parallel: 1
Docking station port: yes
USB: 2
FireWire (IEEE 1394): 1
Wireless LAN: Intel PRO/Wireless LAN 3B Mini-PCI Adapter (802.11b)
Ethernet: Intel PRO/100 VE Network Connection
Modem: Agere Systems AC'97 (56Kbps)
Expansion slots
PC Card: 1 x Type II
Flash card: Type II CompactFlash slot
Hard drive storage
Hard drive interface type: Ultra ATA/100
Hard drive size: 40 GB
Rotation speed: 4200 rpm
Storage controller: Ultra-ATA/100
Video
Graphics processor: ATI Mobility Radeon
Graphics RAM: 16 MB
Display
Display technology: colour TFT
Display diagonal size: 12.1 in
Maximum resolution: 1024x768 pixels
Input
Pointing devices: two-button finger joystick with H/V scroll button
Keyboard: 88 keys
Cabinet (chassis)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 27.3x3.02x22.3 cm
Weight: 1.66 kg
OS & software
Operating system: Windows XP Professional
Software included: Access IBM; ConfigSafe, IBM Access Connections, IBM Rapid Restore PC, IBM Access Support, IBM Update Connector, Norton AntiVirus 2003 OEM Version, PC Doctor
Audio
Audio processor: SoundMax Integrated Digital Audio
Microphone: yes
Speakers: mono (stereo on UltraBase)
Audio connectors: line-in, microphone, headphone
Service & support
Standard warranty: 3 years
Battery
Battery technology: Li-ion
Battery capacity: 4400 mAh
Miscellaneous
Accessories: X3 UltraBay (£142), Extended Life Battery (£140), DVD/CD-RW combo drive for UltraBay (£223), USB CD-ROM drive (£160)
Other: IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0
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Overview

IBM ThinkPad X31

Editors rating
Rating: 8.0
Verdict

The ultraportable ThinkPad X31 provides a depth of features in a compact format that's suitable for serious travellers.

Typical price

£ 1210

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