IBM ThinkPad A Series
Processor/Level 2 cache
A31p: Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor-M to 2.0GHz/512KB
A31: Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor-M to 1.9GHz/512KB
Memory (std./max. type)
A31/A31p: 256 or 512MB/1GB PC2100 DDR SDRAM
Display/resolution
A31p: 15" TFT UXGA FlexView/1600x1200
A31: 15" TFT XGA/1024x768
Hard disk drive
A31p: 40 or 60GB high speed (5400 rpm)
A31: 30GB
Video graphics
A31p: ATI Mobility FireGL 7800 64MB DDR 4X AGP
A31: ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 16 or 32MB DDR 4X AGP
Optical drive
A31p: CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive
A31: DVD-ROM 8X Max
Communications
56K modem 10/100 Ethernet. Select models 802.11b wireless and Bluetooth with dual-antenna system in display
Li-Ion battery life
2.0-2.5hr
Audio
SoundBlaster Pro compatible sound system with 2 stereo speakers, volume controls and mute button
IBM Embedded Security
Subsystem
Select models
Ports
RJ-45, RJ-11, 2 USB, serial, parallel, headphone/line out, line-in, external microphone, external display, Infrared, AC
Adapter, Dock/Port Replicator, S-video out
A31p models only: IEEE 1394, S-video-in and UltraPort connector
Slots
2 Type II or 1 Type III PC Card
Keyboard
Ergonomic keyboard with palm rest, TrackPoint pointing device with "Press-to-Select"/Internet Scroll Bar, ThinkPad Button,
Web navigation keys and Access ThinkPad
ThinkLight Keyboard Light
Illuminates the keyboard to improve visibility in low-light conditions
Travel weight/with optical drive
A31p: 3.2kg/3.5kg; A31: 3.1kg/3.4kg
Dimensions (wxdxh)
329x272.5x44.6-46.8mm
Preloaded operating system
Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Included software
Preloaded: Access ThinkPad, Adobe Acrobat Reader, ConfigSafe (W2000 models only), Mediamatics DVD, InterVideo
WinDVD (DVD models only), MGI VideoWave 4 (A31p models only), PC-Doctor, ThinkPad Utilities, Update Connector, IBM
RecordNOW by Veritas (CD-RW models only)
Downloadable: Client Security Software (Embedded Security Subsystem models only), IBM Rapid Restore PC, IBM
Director Agent, IBM Data Transfer
Licence: Lotus Notes Stand Alone Client, Lotus SmartSuite Millennium (CD not included)
Certified software
Visit ibm.com/pc/thinkpad/cert.html for a complete list of applications certified to run on the ThinkPad A31p
Limited warranty
A31p: 3yrs system/1yr battery; A31: 1yr system/1yr battery
Announcement restrictions
Wireless/Bluetooth models not available in all EMEA countries
High performance desktop alternatives with exceptional versatility
Highlights
• Mobile workstation models with Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor-M and ATI graphics
• Up to a 15" TFT display and travel weight starts at 3.1kg
Specifications
• Two fully swappable bays including Ultrabay Plus
• Connect your way with up to four integrated communications choices, including wireless solutions
• Web navigation keys, ThinkLight keyboard light and Ultraport Connector (select models)
• Ask IntelliStation for support and answers from IBM engineers
ibm.com/pc/europe/ppg
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