Thank you for your input Robert. Shopping for a T410s has been interesting, and a little frustrating. They sure make it difficult to understand the differences between the various options.
Currently Lenovo is listing only models with integrated graphics, no option for video switching. Also no i7 processor, and a maximum of 4 gigs of RAM. I have not called Lenovo yet, but my assumption is they are having supply issues. On the 64 bit issue, I will most likely choose 64 bit and hope that the rest of the world catches up quickly. Thanks again, -Mitch -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Rosen, Robert (NIH/NIAMS) [E] Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 12:14 PM To: '[email protected]' Subject: Re: [Thinkpad] Help with T series specs >First, what is the opinion of the T410s? We have 50 of the predecessor T400s-es. So far no problems and people like them. >I'm also torn on W7 32 or 64 bit. I'd prefer 64 bit so I >could address more RAM, but am concerned I'd run >into too many issues with drivers.... You hit the key problem. There is a key shortage of drivers and apps. In theory the apps can run in 32-bit mode but that's a case by case test. >1. 128 GB Solid State Drive, Serial ATA. A good >choice? Is it fast? I understand not all SSDs >are created equal. I have the 128GB SSD on my X301. Nothing bad to say but nothing special either other than quieter than hard disk. I don't find it particularly faster. Of course it's a year ago technology. >2. Which wireless? I do not need WiMAX, but that >still leaves four choices. I doubt I'll need A or B, most >likely G and N. >Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1000 (1X2 BGN) >ThinkPad b/g/n Intel Centrino Advanced-N >6200 (2X2 AGN) Intel Centrino Ultimate-N >6300 (3X3 AGN) I try and go with the highest (e.g., 6300) although I'm not convinced there's a significant difference in the real world. __________________________ Robert Rosen CIO, NIAMS - NIH Sent from wireless handheld Please consider the environment before printing this email. _______________________________________________ Thinkpad mailing list [email protected] http://stderr.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/thinkpad _______________________________________________ Thinkpad mailing list [email protected] http://stderr.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/thinkpad
