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Overview - ThinkPad 1200 (Models 43x, 73J, 93x, 94x, 96x only)

This document only pertains to the following model ThinkPad computers:

i Series 1200 1161- 43x, 73J, 93x, 94x, 96x

The latest models of the ThinkPad i Series 1200 notebook computer notebooks feature faster processors and with their sleek design and affordable prices are ideal for students, small businesses and telecommuters.

Asia Pacific - Japan model includes Microsoft® Office XP Small Business software.

Feel the power

  • (Asia Pacific, Canada, Europe Middle East, Africa) Powerful Intel® Pentium III mobile processor with SpeedStep™ technology at 750 MHz(1) and 256 KB L2 cache or Intel® Mobile Celeron™ mobile processor at 700 MHz
  • (Asia Pacific - Japan) Intel® Celeron™ mobile processor at 750 MHz
  • (United States, Latin America) Powerful Intel® Celeron™ mobile processor at 700 MHz
  • New enhanced graphics and video performance with 2x AGP 3d graphics.
  • 64 MB SDRAM memory customer upgradeable(2) to 192 MB with 8 MB dedicated to video memory
  • 10 or 20 GB(3) HDD
  • Integrated 56 K V.90(4) modem
  • (Asia Pacific) Integrated Ethernet support
  • (Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa) High-speed 8x max DVD-ROM or 24x-10x(5) CD-ROM, depending on model
  • (Asia Pacific) High-speed 24x-10x(5) CD-ROM, CD-RW, or 8x max DVD depending on model
  • (United States, Latin America) High-speed 24x-10x(5) CD-ROM
  • (Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa) Model with 8x max DVD drive

See clearly
Each notebook comes with a bright, clear 338-mm (13.3-in) XGA TFT active matrix display.

Push here for answers

  • The TrackPoint pointing device with the Internet Scroll Bar makes it easy to scroll Web pages and large documents.
  • Color-coded Easy Launch buttons take you to useful Web pages(6) or launch your favorite programs with the touch of a button.
  • The ThinkPad button launches Access ThinkPad and ThinkPad Assistant™.

Pick your passion

The ThinkPad i Series 1200 notebooks integrate a two-spindle design with CD-ROM, HDD, and 56 K V.90 modem in one convenient package weighing about 2.7 kg (6 lb)(7). Diskette, Zip, and SuperDisk (LS-120) Ultrabay 2000 are optional.

Now hear this

Quality stereo speakers are designed exclusively for ThinkPad i Series for superb sound. The new ThinkPad i Series 1200 systems have a function-key-based media center for fast and easy control of music CDs.

(United States, Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa) Enjoy a one-month trial of Internet access from America Online(8) to get you up and running on the Web. EarthLink, EarthLink Premium, and Juno are also available.

Work smarter

ThinkPad i Series notebooks come with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) Me preloaded and a variety of software applications(9), including Lotus(R) SmartSuite(R) Millennium.

NOTES:

  1. MHz only measures internal clock speed, not application performance. Many factors affect application performance. For Intel Mobile Pentium III processors with SpeedStep technology, MHz speed denotes maximum performance mode; battery-optimized performance mode is approximately 80% of maximum performance.
  2. Expandable using a single optional 64 or 128 MB 100 MHz SDRAM module.
  3. GB equals one billion bytes when referring to HDDs. Accessible capacity may vary.
  4. This V.90 modem can receive data up to 56 Kbps from a compatible service provider, transmitting data up to 31.2 Kbps. Public networks currently limit maximum download speeds to about 53 Kbps. Actual speeds depend on many factors and are often less than the maximum possible.
  5. Variable read rate. Actual playback speed will vary and is often less than the maximum possible.
  6. Requires Internet access account, available separately.
  7. Weight varies slightly by model because of component configuration
  8. Telephone line charges and surcharges may apply. Online service charges will apply after expiration of initial trial period. Subject to continued availability by AOL.
  9. Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functions. For
    non-IBM software, applicable third-party software licenses may apply.

Trademark information

  • IBM, ThinkPad, and TrackPoint are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries, or both.
  • Intel and Celeron are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation.
  • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

NOTE: Other company, product and services names may be trademarks or service marks of others.

At a glance
The amazing new ThinkPad i Series 1200 notebook computer features:

  • Sleek design and light weight
  • (Asia Pacific, Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa) Powerful Intel Pentium III or Celeron mobile processor at 750 MHz (1) or Celeron 700 MHz mobile processor, depending on model
  • (United States, Latin America) Powerful Intel Celeron 700 MHz mobile processor
  • 2x Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)
  • Active matrix 338-mm (13.3-in) XGA TFT display
  • (United States, Asia Pacific, Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa) 10 or 20 GB(2) HDD
  • (Latin America) 10 GB HDD
  • (Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa) High-speed 8x max DVD-ROM or 24x-10x CD-ROM, depending on mode
  • (Asia Pacific) High-speed 24x-10x CD-ROM, CD-RW, or 8xDVD depending on model
  • (United States, Latin America) High-speed 24x-10x CD-ROM
  • (Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa) Model with 8x max DVD drive
  • Integrated 56 K V.90 modem(3)
  • 64 MB of 64-bit SDRAM memory standard, can be upgraded to 192 MB(4)
  • TrackPoint with Internet scroll bar for Web-surfing speed
  • ThinkPad button for quick online infomation and Access ThinkPad with ThinkPad Assistant (TM) for user how-to information
  • Two universal serial bus (USB) ports
  • Stero speakers for rich, full sound
  • Function-key-based media center for CD music
  • Windows Me and selected applications preinstalled

ThinkPad i Series 1200 features

LCD display

  • 338-mm (13.3-in) XGA TFT active matrix

Video Modes - i Series 1200 8.0 MB VRAM

LCD
CRT
Resolution
12"TFT
85 Hz
75 Hz
60 Hz
640 x 480
16M
16M
16M
16M
800 x 600
16M
16M
16M
16M
1024 x 768
16M*
64K
16K
16K
1280 x 1024
64K*
64K
64K
64K
1600 x 1200
64K*
NA
NA
64K

NOTE *: Virtual Screen Mode

Video Modes - i Series 1200 8.0 MB VRAM

LCD
CRT
Resolution
13"TFT
85 Hz
75 Hz
60 Hz
640 x 480
16M
16M
16M
16M
800 x 600
16M
16M
16M
16M
1024 x 768
16M
16M
16M
16M
1280 x 1024
64K*
64K
64K
64K
1600 x 1200
64K*
N/A
N/A
64K

NOTE *: Virtual Screen Mode

Keyboard and TrackPoint
Ergonomically designed for comfort, the ThinkPad i Series 1200 features a full-sized 85-key keyboard with a roomy sculpted palm rest. The TrackPoint with Press-to-Select provides accurate and convenient pointer and cursor control; pressing the TrackPoint speeds program launches and helps you to reduce keystrokes. The Internet scroll bar liberates you from the stationary scroll bar at the side of the window and allows for quick Web page scrolling. It even works on documents and spreadsheets.

Processor

  • (Asia Pacific, Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa) Mobile Pentium(R) III processor at 750 MHz with 256 KB L2 cache and featuring Intel SpeedStep(R) technology with two performance modes:
    • Maximum performance mode for top performance while connected to external power.
    • Battery-optimized performance mode for balance between performance and battery life when operating on battery power. In this mode the MHz speed is reduced to approximately 80% of maximum performance with approximately 50% of the power consumption to conserve battery power.
  • (Asia Pacific, Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa) Mobile Celeron processor at 700 or 750 MHz with 128 KB L2 cache at processor speed
  • (United States, Latin America) Mobile Celeron processor at 700 MHz with 128 KB L2 cache at processor speed

Memory
64 MB SDRAM standard on all models, customer expandable to 192 MB; 8 MB is dedicated to video memory.

PCMCIA
The Type III slot can accommodate either one Type I, one Type II, or one Type III PC card. CardBus PC Card or Zoomed Video Port PC Card is supported.

Storage
The new ThinkPad i Series 1200 with its two-spindle design weighs about 2.7 kg (6 lb) and incorporates a 10 or 20 GB HDD along with a 24x-10x variable-speed CD-ROM or CD-RW drive, depending on model and geography. Depending on model and geography, 8x max DVD drive or CD-RW may be available. 1.44 MB diskette drive can be attached via USB.

Audio
The audio subsystem is enhanced with 16-bit stereo audio that supports Sound Blaster Pro. It features built-in stereo speakers and a fast CD-ROM or CD Read Write Drive. Quality speakers are located on the bottom of the display to direct sound right at the listener and provide maximum stereo sepration.

USB port
Standard complement of ports include enhanced parallel, external display, and two USB ports for external peripherals.

Video
The new ThinkPad i Series 1200 with Trident CyberBlade offers a powerful 3D graphics engine that takes advantage of the Accelerated Graphics Port and shared memory architecture to deliver a more robust 3D experience. The Accelerated Graphics Port allows the graphics sub-system to "borrow" system memory as needed to support the needs of 3D graphics intensive applications - this gives the graphics system a "boost" when necessary and provides for a smoother 3D display. In addition, the Trident CyberBlade graphics allows the user, through the shared memory architecture, access to a greater ammount of memory for graphics use. Up to 8 MB of system memory is available for 3D and 2D graphics needs. More memory for graphics provides the user with higher 3D performance by storing more instructions and 3D elements in memory for faster graphics response.

Modem
The 56 K V.90 integrated modem enables easy connection to the Internet.

Other features

  • Easy Internet access and connectivity:
    • Color-coded, customizable Easy Launch buttons for easy access to Internet sites(1) specifically designed for the mobile PC user. Customize the buttons to launch your favorite Web sites or software applications.
    • ThinkPad button and Access ThinkPad(TM) facilitate connectivity to make information easily available. Simplified, one-button access connects you to online and on-system information. ThinkPad Assistant offers a user's guide with quick search plus animated how-to demonstrations. ThinkPad Portal provides links to Web-based information, services, and solutions, including the ThinkPad user community.
  • Web sites designed by IBM and Lycos specifically for ThinkPad i Series owners to help you save time and be more productive on the Internet -- Easy Launch buttons take you to:
    • Home site - your personalized window to the Internet including helpful hints to get the most out of your ThinkPad i Series notebook
    • Search site - advanced search capabilities to find the information you need quickly
    • Messaging site - e-mail that can be accessed from the Web

NOTE: (1) Requires Internet access account, available separately.



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