Extra-light, extra-small, ultraportable

■ Count on excellent wireless

performance and extended

battery life with Intel Centrino

Mobile Technology

(select models)

■ Travel light with a notebook

that’s only 1.64kg1 and starting

at 2.5cm thin2

■ Enjoy up to 10 hours of

all-day computing with

select models that feature

the system battery and an

optional extended-life battery3,4

Small package, big performanceThe ultraportable IBM ThinkPad X32 notebook with Intel Centrino Mobile Technology (select models) is indispensable for mobile staff. Other ThinkPad X32/X31 models offer great wireless flexibility. The optional ThinkPad X3 UltraBase adds a choice of drives and connections.

The reality of all-day computingWork on and on – up to 10 hours unplugged – when you combine the standard battery with the optional IBM ThinkPad X30 Series Extended Life Battery (select models). This unique battery fits on the bottom of the ThinkPad X32/X31 notebook.

Business advantage – it’s in hereTo help decrease expenses, look inside for IBM ThinkVantage Technologies and ThinkVantage Design elements. You’ll see how to work more confidently and efficiently – and gain more time to focus on strategic goals.

For important warranty information, see page 4.

Highlights

IBM ThinkPad X32/X31 notebooks

■ Customise your system in a

snap with the optional

IBM ThinkPad X3 UltraBase

and a choice of optical drives

■ Help increase mobility and

productivity with flexible

IBM 802.11a/b/g5 tri-mode

technology (select models)

■ Help save money by

simplifying IT support.

ThinkPad X32 systems can

share a common software image

with select ThinkPad T43 and

R51 notebooks6.

Go to ibm.com/pc/europe/thinkpadto locate an IBM reseller or for more information.

IBM recommends Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional for Business.

• Deploy secure wireless notebooks

with the IBM Embedded Security

Subsystem 2.0 and built-in

Wi-Fi wireless. It provides

built-in hardware and preloaded

software-based protection.

• Support your mobile workforce with

ThinkPad X32/X31 notebooks and

IBM Access Connections software.

It’s the easiest way to switch between

wired and wireless networks.

• Improve signal reception with the IBM

UltraConnect Antenna. To maximise

range, this antenna is built into

the display of ThinkPad X32/X31

notebooks. Plus, it supports multiple

frequencies to optimise coverage7.

• Put online8 and on-system information

at your employees’ fingertips with

Access IBM. With the push of a

button, staff can gain answers to

common IT questions.

Wireless Security made easy

Control wireless access and strengthen network security with select ThinkPad X32/X31 notebooks that support Cisco Compatible Extensions. You’ll get a PC that’s tested to run at the highest levels of performance in a secure, Cisco wireless environment. That includes wireless network password protection and dynamic encryption capabilities available only to users connected to Cisco Aironet wireless networks.

The IBM ThinkPad X32 notebook with wireless has been tested in accordance with interoperability criteria set by Cisco Systems, Inc. and is compatible with Cisco Aironet access points running software versions 12.01, 12.02, 12.03, 12.2(8)JA, or 12.2(11)JA. For full disclaimer, see IBM ThinkPad X32/X31 notebook product documentation or the following Web site: ibm.com/pc/europe/thinkpad

• Type more comfortably and efficiently

with the full-size9 keyboard – a big

advantage on an ultraportable.

• Work in the dark or in the dim light

of an aeroplane with the unique

IBM ThinkLight. It’s built right

into the screen.

• Give your help desk a break. Meet IBM

Rescue and Recovery software. It’s

preloaded on ThinkPad X32/X31

notebooks. With this enhanced,

one-button solution, staff can restore

system images themselves in the

event of a software crash – often

without a call to the help desk.

Service in São Tomé? Sure

Rely on award-winning IBM

Service and Support. Choose an

IBM ThinkPad X32/X31 notebook.

With just a few clicks, workers

can enjoy a wealth of on-system

and online8 resources. Plus, they’ll

have support in more than 160

countries10 worldwide, from

São Tomé to Sri Lanka.

Get the edge: IBM ThinkVantage Technologies and Designs IBM recommends Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional for Business.

IBM ThinkPad X32 notebook with optional IBM ThinkPad X3 UltraBase and DVD-ROM Ultrabay 2000 Drive.

For important warranty information, see page 4.

IBM ThinkPad X32/X31 software

Supported operating systems Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 SP6a

Included software17 (preloaded) • Access IBM• Access Connections• Adobe Reader• IBM Client Security Software• IBM RecordNow and IBM DLA powered by Sonic products (CD-RW/DVD or DVD-RW models only)• IBM Rescue and Recovery

• IBM Update Connector18

• InterVideo WinDVD (requires ThinkPad X3 Ultrabase and optical drive)• Norton AntiVirus 2005 with 90 days of virus definitions• PC-Doctor• ThinkPad Utilities

(downloadable) • IBM Director Agent• Software Delivery Assistant

• System Migration Assistant

(licence – CD not included) • Lotus SmartSuite Millennium • Lotus Notes Stand-alone Client

Certified operating systems For a listing of completed Linux certifications, visit:www-306.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/MIGR-48NT8D.html

IBM ThinkPad X32 notebook specifications

Machine types 2672, 2673, 2884, 2885, 2890, 2891

Processor11 (Processor speed, Technology, Level 2 cache)

Intel Centrino Mobile Technology (select models)• Intel Pentium M Processor up to 755 (2.0GHz, 90nm technology, 2MB L2)

Preloaded operating system12,17 Microsoft Windows XP Professional

Display/resolution 12.1” TFT XGA/1024x768

Hard disk drive13 40GB, 60GB, 80GB 4,200rpm or 40GB, 60GB, 80GB 5,400rpm

Memory (std/max14) 256MB or 512MB/2GB PC2700 DDR SDRAM

Video graphics ATI Mobility RADEON 16MB DDR 4X AGP

Integrated communications Modem, Gigabit Ethernet IBM 11b/g Wi-Fi wireless5 (select models) IBM 11a/b/g Wi-Fi wireless (select models) Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection 802.11b/g (select models) Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection 802.11a/b/g (select models) Bluetooth15 Wireless upgradeable with IBM options

Li-Ion battery life3 up to 5.7hr

With optional extended life battery

up to 10hr

With second system battery added to X3 UltraBase

up to 11hr

Ports IEEE 1394; 2 USB 2.0; parallel; Infrared; dock/port replicator; external display; AC adapter; RJ-11; RJ-45; audio: headphone/line-out, external microphone, line-in

Slots 1 Type I or 1 Type II PC Card

IBM Embedded Security Subsystem 2.0

Yes

Keyboard Ergonomic keyboard (87 keys, 18.5mm vertical stroke and 18.2mm horizontal key pitch) with palm rest, TrackPoint pointing device with ‘Press-to-Select’, Internet Scroll Bar8, intuitive volume control and Access IBM

Dimensions2 27.3x22.3x2.5-3.0cm

Weight1 1.64kg

Port replicator/Dock support Yes/Yes

Limited warranty16 3-year or 1-year system/1-year battery

IBM ThinkPad X3 UltraBase

Increase performance

46P7912

02K7041

ThinkPad X30 Series

Extended Life BatteryLess than 1/2kg. Up to 10 hours3 of computing when combined with the system battery.

73P5186

ThinkPad Carrying

Case – Leather

UltraportableLighten your load with style.

73P4515USB 2.0 CD-RW/

DVD-Rom DriveCombines DVD-Rom, CD-RW and CD-Rom functions into a single drive.

Expandability is a snap. This lightweight dock supports Ultrabay options and simplifies cable management. Includes a USB 2.0 port as well as Ethernet and external monitor connections. Plus, there’s a battery compartment for an optional second system battery for up to 11 hours of unplugged time and a slot for an optional security cable lock.

April 2005

05-PCD-000497 (03/05) DG

April 2005

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

1 Weight includes battery; weight may vary due to vendor components, manufacturing process and options.

2 Thinness may vary at certain points on the system.

3 Battery: These model numbers achieved the Ziff Davis Media, Inc.’s Business Winstone 2002 BatteryMark, Version 1.0, Battery Rundown Time of at least the time shown. This test was performed without independent verification by the VeriTest testing division of Lionbridge Technologies, Inc., (‘VeriTest’) or Ziff Davis Media, Inc.; neither Ziff Davis Media, Inc., nor VeriTest makes any representations or warranties as to these test results. Winstone is a registered trademark and BatteryMark is a trademark of Ziff Davis Publishing Holdings, Inc., in the U.S. and other countries. A description of the environment under which the test was performed is available at ibm.com/pc/ww/thinkpad/batterylife.html. Battery life (and recharge times) will vary based on many factors including screen brightness, applications, features, power management, battery conditioning and other customer preferences.

4 Supports only two batteries in use at one time.5 Wireless: 11a, 11b and 11g wireless are

based on IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g, respectively. An adapter with 11a/b, 11b/g or 11a/b/g can communicate on either or any of these listed formats; the actual connection will be based on the access point to which it connects.

6 IBM recommends that customers prepare their software image in accordance with Microsoft disk duplicating guidelines.

7 Wireless capability requires compatible wireless-enabled options, which are sold separately.

8 Internet access not included. 9 Full-size keyboard as defined by

ISO/IEC 15412.10 International Warranty Service is available in

any country in which this product is sold and serviced. Service delivery methods and parts availability vary by country, may be different from that in the country of purchase and are subject to change without notice. Fees and restrictions may apply in some countries.

11 Mobile processors: Power management reduces processor speed when in battery mode.

12 Delivered with Microsoft Windows XP preloaded and a Recovery Partition on the hard disk drive.

13 Hard drive: GB equals one thousand million bytes. Accessible capacity is less; up to 4GB is service partition.

14 Memory: For PCs without a separate video card, memory supports both system and video. Accessible system memory is up to 64MB less than the amount stated, depending on video mode.

15 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by IBM is under license.

16 Limited warranty: Support unrelated to a warranty issue may be subject to additional charges.

17 Included software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. License agreements may apply.

18 Update Connector is available at no charge to registered ThinkPad customers during the limited warranty period. Line charges may apply.Availability: All offers subject to availability. IBM reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time, without notice. IBM is not responsible for photographic or typographic errors.

Certain IBM logo products are not manufactured, warranted or supported by IBM. IBM logos and trademarks used under licence. Contact IBM for details.

Energy Star: As an Energy Star Partner, IBM has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Energy Star is a U.S. registered trademark.

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