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Specs

General

  • Packaged Quantity
    1
  • Platform Technology
    Intel Centrino 2 with vPro Technology
  • Built-in Devices
    ThinkLight
  • Embedded Security
    Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
  • Operating System
    Microsoft Windows Vista Business
  • Manufacturer
    Lenovo

Processor / Chipset

  • CPU
    Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 / 2.4 GHz
  • Number of Cores
    Dual-Core
  • Cache
    L2 - 3 MB
  • 64-bit Computing
    Yes
  • Data Bus Speed
    1066 MHz
  • Chipset Type
    Mobile Intel GM45 Express
  • Features
    Intel 64 Technology, Intel Dynamic Acceleration, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Intel Virtualization Technology

Cache Memory

  • Type
    L2 cache
  • Installed Size
    3 MB

Memory

  • RAM
    2 GB (1 x 2 GB)
  • Max Supported Size
    8 GB
  • Technology
    DDR3 SDRAM
  • Speed
    1066 MHz / PC3-8500 - 1066 MHz
  • Form Factor
    SO-DIMM 204-pin
  • Slots Qty
    2
  • Empty Slots
    1

Storage

  • Interface
    Serial ATA-150
  • Optical Drive
    DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM removable
  • Type
    none
  • Read Speed
    24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
  • Write Speed
    24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 4x (DVD±R DL)
  • Rewrite Speed
    16x (CD) / 6x (DVD±RW) / 5x (DVD-RAM)
  • Type
    portable

RAM

  • Memory Speed
    1066 MHz
  • Memory Specification Compliance
    PC3-8500
  • Configuration Features
    1 x 2 GB
  • Technology
    DDR3 SDRAM
  • Installed Size
    2 GB
  • Rated Memory Speed
    1066 MHz

Display

  • Widescreen Display
    Yes
  • Color Support
    24-bit (16.7 million colors)
  • Monitor Features
    anti-glare
  • Diagonal Size (metric)
    39.1 cm
  • Display Resolution Abbreviation
    WSXGA+

Audio & Video

  • Graphics Processor
    PCI Express x16 - ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3650 / Intel GMA 4500MHD
  • Sound
    Stereo speakers, microphone
  • Audio Codec
    CX20561

Hard Drive

  • Spindle Speed
    7200 rpm
  • Type
    HDD
  • Capacity
    160 GB

Input

  • Type
    TrackPoint, UltraNav, keyboard
  • Features
    spill-resistant

Communications

  • Wireless Protocol
    802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1
  • Wireless Controller
    Intel WiFi Link 5100
  • Wired Protocol
    Gigabit Ethernet

Processor

  • CPU Type
    Core 2 Duo
  • Processor Number
    P8600
  • Manufacturer
    Intel
  • Clock Speed
    2.4 GHz

Optical Storage

  • Drive Type
    DVD SuperMulti DL
  • Type
    DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM
  • Form Factor
    removable

Modem

  • Protocols & Specifications
    ITU V.90
  • Features
    V.92 upgradable

Floppy Drive

  • Type
    none

Card Reader

  • Type
    7 in 1 card reader
  • Supported Flash Memory
    Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, xD-Picture Card, xD-Picture Card Type H

Battery

  • Cells
    9-cell
  • Technology
    lithium ion
  • Run Time (Up To)
    9.4 hour(s)

AC Adapter

  • Input
    AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)

Connections & Expansion

  • Expansion Bays
    1 x Ultrabay Slim
  • Slots
    2 x memory (1 free)
    1 x CardBus (1 free)
    1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free)
  • Interfaces
    3 x USB 2.0
    VGA
    DisplayPort
    Modem
    LAN
    4-pin FireWire
    Headphone output
    Microphone input
    Dock
  • Memory Card Reader
    7 in 1 (SD Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard, xD-Picture Card, SDHC Card, xD-Picture Card Type H)

Header

  • Brand
    Lenovo
  • Product Line
    Lenovo ThinkPad T500
  • Model
    2055
  • Localization
    English
  • Packaged Quantity
    1
  • Compatibility
    PC

Software

  • Microsoft Office Preloaded
    Includes a pre-loaded image of select Microsoft Office 2010 suites. Purchase an Office 2010 Product Key Card or disc to activate preloaded software on this PC.

Networking

  • Max Transfer Rate
    56 Kbps
  • Data Link Protocol
    Bluetooth 2.1, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
  • Wireless LAN Supported
    Yes
  • Wireless NIC
    Intel WiFi Link 5100

System

  • Platform Technology
    Intel Centrino 2 with vPro Technology
  • Notebook Type
    notebook
  • Platform
    Windows
  • Hard Drive Capacity
    160 GB
  • Dockable
    Yes
  • Embedded Security
    Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
  • Security Devices
    fingerprint reader

Miscellaneous

  • Color
    black
  • Integrated Options
    ThinkLight
  • Security
    Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
  • Features
    Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), ThinkPad Roll Cage, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
  • Windows Vista Certification
    Windows Vista Premium Ready
  • Compliant Standards
    BSMI, CB, CCC, CER, FCC Part 15 B, GOST, MIC, MPR II, MPR III, NOM, RoHS, SASO, UL 60950, VCCI-II, cUL
  • Theft/Intrusion Protection
    security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
  • Security Slot Type
    Kensington security slot

Monitor

  • Diagonal Size
    15.4 in
  • Color Support
    24-bit (16.7 million colors)

Graphics Controller

  • Interface Type
    PCI Express x16

Dimensions & Weight

  • Width
    14.1 in
  • Depth
    10 in
  • Height
    1.3 in

Audio Output

  • Compliant Standards
    High Definition Audio

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Type
    3 years warranty

Mainboard

  • Data Bus Speed
    1066 MHz
  • Chipset Type
    Mobile Intel GM45 Express

Environmental Standards

  • EPEAT Level
    EPEAT Gold
  • ENERGY STAR Certified
    Yes

Physical Characteristics

  • Weight
    6.17 lbs

Operating System / Software

  • OS Provided: Type
    Microsoft Windows Vista Business
  • Type
    Adobe Reader, Corel WinDVD, Fingerprint Software, Lenovo System Toolbox, McAfee VirusScan Plus with SiteAdvisor (30 days of virus definitions), Roxio Creator Business Edition, Roxio My DVD, ThinkPad Utilities, ThinkVantage Access Connections, ThinkVantage Client Security, ThinkVantage Productivity Center, ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery, ThinkVantage System Update, Windows Live Toolbar

Video Output

  • Discrete Graphics Processor
    Yes
  • Graphics Processor
    ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3650 / Intel GMA 4500MHD
  • Graphics Processor Series
    ATI Mobility Radeon HD, Intel GMA

Video Memory

  • Installed Size
    256 MB

Expansion Bays

  • Total Qty
    1

Service & Support

  • Type
    3 years warranty

Service & Support Details

  • Type
    limited warranty, technical support
  • Service Included
    parts and labor, phone consulting
  • Location
    pick-up and return
  • Full Contract Period
    1 year, 3 years
  • Service Availability (Hours a Day)
    24 hours a day
  • Service Availability (Days a Week)
    Monday-Sunday

General

  • Manufacturer
    Lenovo