IBM revamps ThinkPads
IBM has added more powerful processors, bigger hard disks, and faster CD-ROM drives to its ThinkPad models 365 and 560.
The ThinkPad 365 models will now be available with 133-MHz Pentium processors, larger hard disks, and faster CD-ROM drives, the company announced today.
The new ThinkPad 365XD includes a 133-MHz Pentium processor, a 1.35GB hard disk, 6-speed CD-ROM drive, and an 11.3-inch display, priced from $1,999.
All models in the company's popular ThinkPad 560 series are now available with 133-MHz Pentium processors, up to 2.1GB of hard disk capacity, and support for Sound Blaster Pro audio applications, said IBM. Prices start at $2,699.
Both models are equipped with Netscape's Navigator Web browser and Lotus Smart Suite software.
| Updated ThinkPad 365 configurations | ||||
| Model | 365XD | 365XD | 365XD | 365X |
| Pentium processor | 120MHz | 133MHz | 133MHz | 133MHz |
| SVGA display/ colors | 10.4" TFT / 64K | 11.3" TFT / 64K | 11.3" DSTN / 256 | 11.3" DSTN / 256 |
| Hard disk drive | 1.08 GB | 1.35 GB | 1.35 GB | 1.08 GB |
| Memory (std/max) | 8/40 MB | 8/40 MB | 8/40 MB | 8/40 MB |
| CD-ROM | 6X | 6X | 6X | Optional |
| Weight | 6.1 lbs. | 6.2 lbs. | 6.2 lbs. | 5.9 lbs. |
| Updated ThinkPad 560 configurations | ||
| Model | 560 | 560 |
| Pentium processor | 133MHz | 133MHz |
| SVGA display/colors | 12.1o TFT | 11.3o DSTN |
| Hard disk drive | 2.1 GB | 2.1 GB |
| Memory (std/max) | 8MB-40MB | 8MB-40MB |
| Detachable floppy disk drive | 1.44MB | 1.44MB |
| Thinness/weight | 1.2o/4.1 lbs. | 1.2o/4.1 lbs. |