IBM THINKPAD A31 P4M-1.6G 30GB 256MB

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The ThinkPad A series notebooks are part of the most-awarded ThinkPad line of mobile computers. They are designed for occasionally mobile users who want desktop alternative capability, including new mobile workstation models for graphics-intensive applications and models with solid performance and multimedia features for mainstream computing. These notebooks are ideal for users who need the flexibility to take work with them everywhere they go!With its flexible design, the ThinkPad A31 notebook works right out of the box. Productivity and ease of use are enhanced for novices as well as experienced users with ergonomic features. The ThinkPad A31 notebook delivers innovative technology, and besides being easier to use and manage, it is optimized for connectivity with extensive integrated communications options.

Customer Reviews:

ThinkPads are some of the best notebooks you can buy, and this is one of the best ThinkPads........2007-08-10

ThinkPads are some of the best notebooks you can buy, and this is one of the best ThinkPads.

IBM / Lenovo ThinkPads are the most venerable and reliable notebook computers available to the US consumer, a good combination of performance and excessive amount of configuration options combined with sturdiness and reliability rarely matched by others.

Combined with responsive technical support that listens to your description and answers your questions.

The first thing you notice about any ThinkPad is the feel of the exterior, it feels sturdy like the first time you get behind the wheel of a BMW. This is the result of an inner Endoskeleton made of lightweight but strong magnesium alloy. Many laptops are exoskeletal, meaning the motherboard, hard drive, CD and other components are attached to the outer shell. The disadvantage is if the exoskeletal becomes flexed in any way it can stress or crack the internal circuitry. An Endoskeletal design in the ThinkPads means if the unit becomes flexed it likely won't flex the internal circuit boards, the amount of flexing required to bend a ThinkPad would have to be extremely rare and unlikely to occur.

This basic Endoskeletal design allows IBM to use plastic for the outer casing, at first this may seem alarming but is really crucial when compared to other notebooks of metal exoskeletons, metal conducts heat and modern laptops with their fast multi core CPU's generate inordinate amounts of heat, this heat can turn the bottom of other notebook computers into a hot plate and scorch whatever part of your body you're foolish enough to rest it on. This effectively turns your "laptop" into a "keep it at least 24 inches away hotlamp".

ThinkPad technical support is based in Atlanta, GA instead of India or the Phillipines, domestic tech support isn't necessarily a guarantee of quality but when compared to the lesser quality of foreign based tech support offerings often utilized by Dell or HP/Compaq the difference becomes readily apparent.

When you require a new component, the basic 1 year warranty is often fulfilled next day by DHL overnight if the component is user replaceable or they will furnish you a prepaid express mailer to their depot center. This assumes you ever need an IBM ThinkPad repaired for defective workmanship because they're just built better, IBM / Lenovo doesn't use substandard internal components like Dell ( Dell often buys parts that would fail HP or IBM's quality control standards , there is a reason Dell is so cheap ).

Extreme modularity, easily removable optical drives and removable Hard drives makes expansion and repair superbly simple, many notebooks can't remove both their hard drive and optical drive without voiding the warranty, this modularity feature makes it the travelers friend if you're out of town and need to replace a part on the road. There is a huge secondary market of new and used ThinkPad parts in every major city from multiple store fronts -consider the fact IBM hasn't changed the power supply connector for the ThinkPad in over 9 years, that means a ThinkPad 600e Power Supply from 1996 will fit most ThinkPads made 7 years after so you can keep working.

The keyboard is large enough but not so large it makes the computer too big, the depth of key travel is excellent and it just feels like a real keyboard. The keyboard depth hasn't been changed in over a decade, every ThinkPad types as well as the oldest one.

Even the speakers perform better than most, but don't expect to rock the whole house with 1/2 inch wide speakers, they are still clear and often static free at loud volume.

If this is the best ThinkPad you can afford to buy you won't be disappointed, it is heavier than most modern laptops and the weight will likely become uncomfortable resting on your legs, but it has an advantage of an integrated floppy and removable optical drive that can support a DVD burner if you have one.

There are some drawbacks to a ThinkPad, when comparing specification by spec to a Gateway or HP you'll pay more for IBM / Lenovo, the screens aren't the brightest.. .they are bright and clear and rarely afflicted by dead pixels but aren't as bright as an AlienWare or Gateway Solo. The LCD is finished with a matte protector instead of gloss, this helps reduce glare and makes it easier to clean but can detract brightness. Gloss covered screens are vulnerable to scratches no matter what kind of wiping cloth is used.

Don't take my word for it, visit a store that sells contemporary ThinkPads and test the keyboard, the weight and screen clarity because the same quality in a modern ThinkPad existed in this older system you're reading about, this is why more major and small corporations choose ThinkPad as their notebook.

THINKPAD A31 P4M-1.6G 30GB 256MB XPP 15-XGA CDRW 56K ENET

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THINKPAD A31 P4M-1.6G 30GB 256MB XPP 15-XGA CDRW 56K ENET

Manufacturer: IBM
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

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SALAMANDER DESIGNS SNE40 M/A SYNERGY TWINENCLOSURE40 SERIES 2-SHELF TV AND AUDIO/VIDEO MODULE W/ MAPLE WOOD TOP, BLACK SHELVES AND SATIN ALUMINUM TUBES

Manufacturer: SALAMANDER DESIGNS
ProductGroup: CE

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The unit will NOT accommodate doors.

Includes a rear panel in matching wood finish for top portion

Accommodates up to 36'' TV's; center-channel or two components.

Single adjustable shelf

Attaches to any Twin units.

ASIN: B000M5OJ00

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55dD Gain Amplified GPS Remote Antenna. Designed special for Garmin; Nuvi, StreetPilot, Zumo and GPSMap 60CSx and GPSMap 76CSx Lowrance; iFinder Receivers Navman, Tom Tom, Fine Digital FineDrive

Manufacturer: Gilsson Technologies
ProductGroup: CE

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Product Specifications Dimensions: Compact footprint of 47.0 x 45.4 x 14.4 mm Light Weight: 60g Available Radome Colors: Black Ultra High dB Gain: 32dB ~ 55 dB (Garmin is only rated @ 16 dB) Wide Operating Voltage: Input voltage of +3vdc ~ +12vcd. Ultra Low Power Consumption - 18mA (compared to 25mA on competing models) Operating Temperature: -40C ~ +85 Operating Humidity: 40% ~ 95% RH Center Frequency: 1575 MHz Noise Figure: 1.5dB Max Ground reception power sensitivity at over 130dB. Heavy Duty Construction: Polycarbonate radome, die-cast base with user detachable magnets Ultrasound sealed housing: 100% Waterproof. Power Protection Circuit. Reverse Polarity Shutdown. Over Current Sense Shutdown. EMI Power line Suppression. Available Cable Lengths: 9-ft (RG-174) Versatile Mounting Means: Installed Magnetic or optional Windshield Suction Mount. New release for the latest Garmin StreetPilot, Nuvi and GPSMAP handheld, plus many more! Special tuned to the latest GPS Chip sets to MAXMIZE the reception. Garmin: Nuvi 310 Nuvi 300 Nuvi 350 Nuvi 360 Nuvi 370 Nuvi 610 Nuvi 650 Nuvi 670 Nuvi 660 Nuvi 680 iQue M4 StreetPilot i3 StreetPilot i5 StreetPilot 7500 StreetPilot c510 c530 c550 c580 GPSMAP 60CSx GPSMAP 76CSx Zumo 400 Zumo 45 Zumo 500 Zumo 550 Navman: iCN 720, iCN 750: Find Digital FindDrive FD 300 FindDrive FD 400 FindDrive FD 500 Tom Tom: Go 510 Go Go 910 TomTom ONE Lowrance: iFinder Explorer iFinder Expedition Airmap 600C.

Customer Reviews:

GPS Powergain is Noticeable.......2006-01-10

Purchase this antenna for my Garmin 2620 and noticed increased satellite strength immediately. Although it's still winter and the leaves are bare right now, driving through the same mountain range, with the antenna I get reception on all 8 available satellites with 100% strength on 7. Without the antenna, I was only getting maybe 5 to 6 satellites and at most 75% strength on each with one or two at 100%.

Only issues I have are the connector is very small and not very easy to remove once you have installed it. You need some strong nails and fingertips to get it out. The only other issue is the magnetic strength is not as strong as other magnetic antenna (XM radio) that I've had. It's strong enough to stay, thus far.

Very good unit but have not tested it in NYC city driving, where dropped signal is constant. Will update once I get chance to test it there.

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Great for walking, trekking, cycling and more

TOPO Great Britain contains topographic maps with detailed coverage of England, Scotland and Wales perfect for your next recreational outing. With topographical data provided by Ordnance Survey® of Great Britain and road maps provided by NAVTEQ, you can count on exceptional detail. This DVD even includes businesses and points of interest.

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With this purchase you will have access to the entire DVD coverage

Points of interest include food and drink, lodging, recreation, petrol stations, hospitals and more

Automatically creates point-to-point routes on roads in MapSource® and on your compatible GPS

Vertical profiling with DEM shading

Detailed contours

Trig points

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Tracks and paths included

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