Lenovo/IBM T61

The Lenovo/IBM Thinkpad T61 is the improved version of the Thinkpad T60. This means it has all the features of the T60 plus some updates and improvements. It is being called “one of the best thin and light business notebooks.” It weighs 5.2 pounds (2.36 kg) and has dimensions of 13.2 x 9.3 x 1.09inches or about 335.2 X 236.2 X 27.8mm.

Added features are 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo CPU Santa Rosa chip set, 2GB of fast RAM, and 802.11n Wi-Fi and long-range antenna.THe Lenovo / IBM Thinkpad T61 has a 14.1 inch widescreen with a matte finish over it so there is limited to no glare from normal light, and it has the same ThinkLight as the T60 for viewing in the dark.

Battery life on the 4cell battery is 2 hours. On the 6-cell you can get 4 hours, (2 hours of heavy viewing, DVDs or many applications at once). THe 6-cell battery is heavier and protrudes a bit past where the 4-cell would end.The keyboard is spill-proof and has 2 drain holes to carry off any drained liquid.

Once again, just like the T60, the fans are quiet and the computer stays cool. As well they support Windows XP or Windows Vista. As well, the ThinkVantage button, TrackPoint, Touchpad, and fingerprint scanner are all on the Lenovo/IBM Thinkpad T61.

The ThinkVantage button is an easy access shortcut to many options and applications including: ThinkPlus On-site Service, ImageUltra BUilder, Access Connections, Active Protection System, Client Security Solution, Rescue and Recovery, System Update, Productivity Centre, and more.

This is a high-end computer and it does have the option of replacing the original IBM logo with the new Thinkpad logo (see picture).