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    Is this a Good Configuration For Lenovo T420?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by coldg44, Jul 22, 2011.

  1. coldg44

    coldg44 Newbie

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    Hi Im looking to buy a new T420. I was wondering if this was a good configuration...

    Intel Core i5-2410M Processor (2.30GHz, 3MB L3)1
    Genuine Windows 7 Professional 6412
    14.0 HD+ (1600 x 900) LED Backlit Anti-Glare Display, Mobile Broadband Ready
    Intel HD Graphics 3000
    4 GB DDR3 - 1333MHz (1 DIMM)8
    UltraNav with TrackPoint & touchpad
    500 GB Hard Disk Drive, 7200rpm4
    DVD recordable multiburner5
    6 cell Li-Ion Battery - 55+60
    No Bluetooth
    Intel Centrino Wireless-N 100010
    Integrated Mobile Broadband - Upgradable65
    4177: 1 Year Depot Warranty - TopSeller


    I can get it for $765 + $50 tax.

    Any recommended improvements? Thanks!
     
    coldg44, Jul 22, 2011
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  2. chrisnash13

    chrisnash13 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Whether or not it's a good configuration depends largely on what you intend to do with your computer. Will you be doing anything graphics-intensive? If so, you should configure it with the NVS4200M graphics card.

    In general, I would suggest that you use the Intel Centrino 6205 wireless card instead of the Wireless-N 1000.

    Hope this helps.
     
    chrisnash13, Jul 22, 2011
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  3. corpses3

    corpses3 Notebook Consultant

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    I'd personally go with the stock Thinkpad WiFi or Intel 6205N. I'd get the bluetooth too :)
     
    corpses3, Jul 22, 2011
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  4. coldg44

    coldg44 Newbie

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    Thanks, But what is the difference between intel centrino 6205 and Wireless N 1000. And no I dont think I am too graphics intensive
     
    coldg44, Jul 22, 2011
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  5. kirayamato26

    kirayamato26 Notebook Deity

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    Get the 9 cell battery for longer battery life if you need long battery life.
     
    kirayamato26, Jul 22, 2011
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