Lenovo ThinkPad W701 17" Notebook Computer

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Lenovo ThinkPad W701 17" Notebook Computer
Key Features
  • 1.73GHz Intel Core i7-820QM Quad-Core
  • 4GB (2x2GB) RAM
  • 320GB 7200rpm Hard Drive
  • DVD Burner
The ThinkPad W701 17" Notebook Computer from Lenovo is a true portable workstation, designed for the most demanding professionals. Perfect for photographers, digital artists, and mavens of video, the notebook's large 17" LED backlit widescreen display is unmatched in quality by any competitor. The 1920 x 1200 display features a 280cd/m² brightness rating, boasts a 600:1 contrast ratio, and covers 100% of the color gamut. The display can be calibrated at any time using the integrated huey PRO colorimeter by X-Rite.
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Lenovo W701 Overview

The ThinkPad W701 17" Notebook Computer from Lenovo is a true portable workstation, designed for the most demanding professionals. Perfect for photographers, digital artists, and mavens of video, the notebook's large 17" LED backlit widescreen display is unmatched in quality by any competitor. The 1920 x 1200 display features a 280cd/m² brightness rating, boasts a 600:1 contrast ratio, and covers 100% of the color gamut. The display can be calibrated at any time using the integrated huey PRO colorimeter by X-Rite.

The computer also features an integrated Wacom digitizer tablet, built right into the palm rest. This 3 x 5" pad accepts input from the included pen, which conveniently stows in the notebook when not in use. Graphic designers, artists, and Photoshop aficionados will feel right at home using this convenient tablet.

Professionals are certain to appreciate the system's computing power. It features nVIDIA's Quadro FX 2800M GPU, with 1GB of dedicated memory. The card's full power can be leveraged by such GPU-accelerated applications as Adobe After Effects and Photoshop.

Processing is handled by a quad-core 1.73GHz Intel Core i7-820QM CPU with 3.06GHz Turbo Boost. The system is loaded with 4GB of memory, and features a 320GB 7200rpm hard drive. You'll be pleased to know that the notebook features an integrated webcam, dual-band 802.11n Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. It includes a Smart Card reader, and features a DVD burner for disc burning. The computer's 9-cell battery provides approximately 2 hours of runtime per charge. Windows 7 Professional (64-bit) is the installed operating system.

Most Powerful, Responsive ThinkPad Ever
Plow through computationally and graphics-intensive applications with ThinkPad W Series laptops. Lightning-fast processors, advanced graphics, cutting-edge technology and the rock-solid reliability you'd expect from Lenovo's ultimate mobile workstation
Unstoppable Performance
  • Powerful Intel processor for more power when you need it most and easier multitasking
  • Genuine Windows 7 OS for a premium user experience
  • Plenty of storage space with Full Disk Encryption (FDE) for maximum security
  • Less power consumption with DDR3 memory
Graphics Horsepower
  • nVIDIA Quadro FX MXM-based graphics -- stable, compatible and optimized for all professional applications
  • OpenGL (Open Graphics Library) with lots of dedicated video memory for graphics-intensive applications
  • Improved viewing with high-resolution, premium WUXGA display
  • Next-generation DisplayPort technology for clearer, crisper images and a larger viewing area
  • X-Rite huey PRO color calibration for greater image accuracy, more precise color matching and a consistently true display
  • 100% NTSC gamut display for working with true-life 2-D and 3-D images
Palm-Rest Digitizer and Pen
Ideal for digital content creation and CAD/CAM applications, the ThinkPad W701 offers a 3 x 5" (8 x 12cm) Wacom palm-rest digitizer and pen. Configure the digitizer to map to the entire screen or a defined area; it's compatible with a wide range of applications, from Windows Paint to Adobe Photoshop
ISV Certifications
Photographers, light CAD/CAM users, digital content creators and other industry pros can rest assured! An extensive independent software vendor (ISV) testing and certification process verifies that your W Series can run some of the most demanding, graphics-intensive workstation applications
Built-In Solutions and Security
  • ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery for quick recovery from system crashes, even if the primary operating system won't boot
  • ThinkVantage Active Protection System to help protect your hard drive from sudden impacts
  • Great warranty protection and superior support and services
  • Integrated fingerprint reader for easy, fast and secure system access
  • 32-byte pre-boot password protection
  • ThinkVantage Client Security Solution software preloaded to help protect passwords, encryption keys and electronic credentials, and help guard against unauthorized access to data
  • BIOS port disable as a final layer of protection
  • Legendary ThinkPad durability, featuring roll-cage technology and rigorous military spec testing
Wide Range of Connectivity Options and Ports
  • Dual-Band 802.11n Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
  • USB 3.0 and USB 2.0
  • eSATA
  • FireWire-400
  • 5-in-1 Card Reader
  • Smart Card Reader
Full-Sized, Ergonomic Keyboard
The famously comfortable ThinkPad keyboard makes typing a breeze. It features a full-size design with a 10-key numeric keypad for efficient data-entry
TrackPoint
Navigate easily with the little red TrackPoint in the center of the keyboard
ThinkLight
A tiny LED in the top edge of the display lights the keyboard so you can keep working -- even in the dark
Integrated Camera
The 1.3MP camera is perfect for video conferencing, VoIP and just chatting with friends online
USB 3.0 Technology
USB 3.0 technology improves file-transfer rates, speeds external device charging and enhances USB webcam performance. The computer features (1) USB 3.0 port, (3) USB 2.0 ports and (1) eSATA port that is shared with the third USB 2.0 port
Environmental Commitment
  • ENERGY STAR-rated for less power consumption, less heat emission and less noise, resulting in a more cost-effective mobile PC and a cooler, quieter environment
  • Increased power efficiency with Lenovo's Battery Stretch technology
  • Greater use of recycled plastics

Lenovo W701 Specs

Performance
Processor
Intel Core
Memory Type
PC3-8500 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM
Graphics Card
NVIDIA Quadro FX 2800M with 1 GB
Display
Size
17"
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Native Resolution
1920 x 1200
Finish
Matte
Brightness
280 cd/m2
External Resolution
Up to 2560 x 1600
Drives
Optical Drive
Tray-Load SuperMulti DVD Burner
Input/Output Connectors
Ports
1 x USB 3.0
3 x
1 x eSATA
1 x FireWire-400 (4-Pin)
Display
1 x VGA
1 x Dual-Link DVI
1 x DisplayPort
Audio


1 x 1/8" (3.5 mm) Headphone Output
1 x 1/8" (3.5 mm) Microphone Input
Expansion Slots
No
Media Card Slots
SD
MMC
SD/SDHC
Memory Stick
Memory Stick PRO
Smart Card
Communications
Network
10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
Modem
56k (RJ-11)
Wi-Fi
802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
Webcam
Yes
1.3 MP Photo
General
Operating System
Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
Security
HDD User Password Protection, Power-On Password, Kensington Lock Slot, Fingerprint Reader
Keyboard
Keys: 89
Type: Full-Size
Features: Numeric Keypad
Pointing Device
TouchPad & TrackPoint
Battery
9-Cell Lithium-Ion Providing up to 2 Hours per Charge  
Power Requirements
100-240 VAC
Dimensions (WxHxD)
16.1 x 1.6 x 12.2" / 40.9 x 4.1 x 31.0 cm
Weight
8.97 lb / 4.07 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
13.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
19 x 15.4 x 6.5"

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