ThinkPad R40e
Overview
ThinkPad R40e: Mobile Intel Celeron 2.0GHz with 400MHz system bus; 14.1" (358.1mm) XGA (1024x768) TFT color / Active Matrix / 150 nits / easy-open cover to unlatch and open with one hand (two latches).
Historical context
Documented software: Windows XP preloads listed. Options vary by configuration.
Specifications
Platform & performanceProcessor, memory, graphics and storage4
- Processor
- Mobile Intel Celeron 2.0GHz with 400MHz system bus
- Memory
- 128MB std / 1GB max / PC2100 266MHz DDR-SDRAM / non-parity / CL2.5 / two 200-pin SO-DIMM sockets / std memory in one socket / one socket available
- Graphics
- ATI RADEON IGP 330M / integrated in northbridge / 16MB DDR-SDRAM
- Storage
- 20 or 30GB , 4200 rpm, 9.5mm, S.M.A.R.T. / removable and upgradable / 9.5mm high bay
Display & designPanel, dimensions and weight3
- Display
- 14.1" (358.1mm) XGA (1024x768) TFT color / Active Matrix / 150 nits / easy-open cover to unlatch and open with one hand (two latches)
- Dimensions
- 12.3 x 10.0 x 1.53" / 313mm x 254mm x 38.9mm
- Weight
- with optical drive and battery: H6U/H8U: 5.9 lb (2.67kg); H4U: 6.0 lb (2.72kg)
Connections & powerPorts, networks and battery3
- Ports
- Two USB (Version 1.1) / parallel / external monitor (DB-15) / RJ-11 (modem) / RJ-45 (ethernet) / no keyboard or mouse or serial or infrared port
- Connectivity
- Broadcom BCM5901 (10/100); Modem Daughter Card (MDC); None (empty); Intel PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter; IBM High Rate Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Adapter III
- Battery
- Lithium Ion 6-cell / intelligent
Systems & equipmentOriginal software and other features3
- Original systems
- Windows XP preloads listed
- Positioning
- Notebook
- Features
- TrackPoint IV
Manuals
2 documentsLenovo Product Specifications Reference: ThinkPad Notebooks 2005–2013 withdrawn (December 2013)
Official source · 24.1 MB
Open PDFReference details
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Drivers & Software
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Audio1
Audio driver IX for Windows XP - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Graphics and video4
ATI chipset support software - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Monitor File for Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP - ThinkPad General
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Presentation Director for Windows XP, 2000 - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Video driver (ATI Radeon, FireGL Series) for Windows 2000/XP - ThinkPad A31, A31p, R40, R40e, R50, R50p, R51 (1829, 1830, 1831, 1836), T30, T40, T40p, T41, T41p, T42, T42p, X31, X32
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Networking4
BroadCom LAN Adapter Software for DOS - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Ethernet (BroadCom) LAN adapter software - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0High Rate Wireless LAN Mini PCI driver for Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP - ThinkPad A3*, G40, R40/e, T23, X22, X23, X24
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Patch to resolve language (FR / SV /DK) unmatch issue for Device Stage 3.2
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Bluetooth and modem1
Lucent AMR Modem driver (CDC and Mini PCI) for Windows XP, 2000, Me, 98, 95, NT - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Power and battery2
Battery MaxiMiser and Power Management features for Windows - ThinkPad General
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Power management driver special package for Windows 2000/XP - ThinkPad General
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Keyboard and pointing devices2
TrackPoint Accessibility driver for Windows 98/SE/Me/NT/2000/XP/XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0TrackPoint driver for Windows XP, 2000 - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Optical drives2
CD-ROM driver for DOS and Windows 3.1 - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0CD-RW RecordNow application update for Windows 2000 and Windows XP - ThinkPad General
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Security and fingerprint3
Secure Data Disposal 1.3
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Security update for Access Support and Access IBM
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Trusted Platform Module (TPM) driver for Windows 8 (32-bit, 64-bit) and Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) - Desktops, Notebooks (Windows 8 and 7 Inbox driver)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Operating system and updates7
Critical patch #2 for Rescue and Recovery⢠3.0
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Maintenance Patch for ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery v3.00.0025 or v3.00.0027
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Maintenance Patch for ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery v3.00.0025 or v3.00.0027 - OEM version
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Maintenance Patch for ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery v3.0x
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Microsoft .NET Framework Version 2.0 for Windows 2000, XP - Desktops / Notebooks
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Rescue and Recovery Cumulative WER patch for Windows 7, Vista, XP
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Windows Vista Update Module KB954943 (WW) - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Applications and utilities46
Access IBM online User's Guide for Windows XP - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Access IBM online User's Guide for Windows XP - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Access IBM online User's Guide for Windows XP - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Client Security Solution 8.21 for Windows Vista (64-bit only)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Client Security Solution 8.21 for Windows XP (32-bit only)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Client Security Solution 8.3 for Windows 7 (32-bit only)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Client Security Solution 8.3 for Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Client Security Solution 8.3 for Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Client Security Solution 8.3 for Windows 7 (64-bit only)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Client Security Solution v6.01.0037
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Configuration utility for DOS - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Configuration utility for Windows 95, 98, 98SE, Me, 2000, XP - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Critical update for Rescue and Recovery v3.00.0027 and Client Security Solution v6.00.0027
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Drag2Disc Software for Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit), XP (32-bit, 64-bit) - ThinkPad General
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0EasyEject Utility for Windows Vista, XP - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Hotkey driver for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0IBM Access Connections (Back level version) for Windows 2000, XP (WARNING: See document for critical installation limitations) - ThinkPad General
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ImageUltra Builder 4.0 - Evaluation
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ImageUltra Builder v3.01 update
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ImageUltra Builder v3.1 - Evaluation
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0InterVideo WinDVD player update for Windows 98/98 SE/NT 4.0/2000/XP - ThinkPad R40, R40e, R50, R50p, T40, T40p, T41, T41p, X31
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Keyboard Customizer Utility for Windows 2000, XP - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Lenovo is discontinuing PC Doctor and Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Maintenance Patch for ThinkVantage Client Security Solution v6.00.0025 or v6.00.0027
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Maintenance Patch for ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery v3.0x - OEM version
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Message Center Plus for Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit), Vista (32-bit), XP - Desktops, Notebooks
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Password Manager 4.0 for Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Patch for System Update to randomize users' scheduler settings for Windows 2000, Vista, XP
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Patch to support Mozilla Firefox Web browser for Client Security Solution 8.21 - Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit), XP (32-bit)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Patch to support Mozilla Firefox Web browser for Client Security Solution 8.3 - Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0PC Card drivers for DOS - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Plug-in for ThinkVantage Productivity Center and Lenovo Care that enables support for various 3rd party applications - Desktops / Notebooks
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Scheduler patch to fix the tvtsched.exe hold 99% CPU issue for Windows 2000, XP, Vista
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Scroll Lock indicator utility for Windows - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Software Delivery Center files - ThinkVantage Technologies
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0System Information Center and System Information Gatherer files - ThinkVantage Technologies
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ThinkVantage Access Connections for Windows XP - Notebooks
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ThinkVantage Access Connections patch for Access Connections Version 6.01
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ThinkVantage Client Security Solution 8.21 for Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit), XP (32-bit) - ThinkCentre, ThinkPad, ThinkStation
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ThinkVantage Password Manager 4.6 for Windows 8.1 (32-bit, 64-bit), 8 (32-bit, 64-bit), 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) - ThinkPad, ThinkCentre, ThinkStation
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ThinkVantage Registry Monitor Service Performance Improvement Patch for Windows XP and Windows Vista
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ThinkVantage System Update 3.16 for Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit), XP, 2000
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ThinkVantage System Update 5.06 for Windows 8.1 (32-bit, 64-bit), 8 (32-bit, 64-bit), 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) - Desktop, Notebook, Workstation
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0ThinkVantage System Update Patch for Microsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 2
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Utility To Read and Write Asset ID Information for DOS - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Utility To Read and Write Asset ID Information for Windows 8.1 (32-bit, 64-bit), 8 (32-bit, 64-bit), 7 (32-bit, 64-bit), Vista (32-bit, 64-bit), XP (32-bit) - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Recovery8
Rescue and Recovery - Master boot record repair kit
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Rescue and Recovery 4.21 Cumulative Fix for Windows XP
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Rescue and Recovery v3.01.0037
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Rescue and Recovery v3.01.0037 - Files for Large Enterprise Users
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Rescue and Recovery v3.01.0042 - Files for Large Enterprise Users
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Rescue and Recovery⢠4.21 for Windows Vista (32-bit) and (64-bit)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Rescue and Recovery⢠4.21 for Windows XP (32-bit) and 2000
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Rescue and Recovery® 4.3 for Windows 7
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0BIOS & Firmware
9 packagesOptical drives1
CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, CD-RW/DVD drive firmware update utility (Bootable CD ISO) - ThinkPad General
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Applications and utilities1
Hard drive firmware update utility (Bootable CD ISO) - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0BIOS and UEFI7
BIOS Settings Capture/Playback Utility - ThinkPad
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0BIOS Update (Bootable CD) - ThinkPad R60e, R60i (Types: 06xx)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0BIOS Update (Diskette) - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0BIOS Update (Non-Diskette) - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0BIOS Update Utility - ThinkPad R60e, R60i (Types: 06xx)
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Embedded Controller Program (Diskette) - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Embedded Controller Program (Non-Diskette) - ThinkPad R40e
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7a615e396e2badddd33b144470ab6faa8b4ce78a9fed2633e9d828ad5e36fac0Research & references
ThinkWiki: R40e (Community source)
Date sources & variant notes
Profile sources
- Processor: Mobile Intel Celeron 2.0GHz with 400MHz system bus
Exact US configurations and technical block on the cited page(s); alternatives and optional hardware retain source qualifiers. This is not a guarantee for every worldwide configuration.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Graphics: ATI RADEON IGP 330M / integrated in northbridge / 16MB DDR-SDRAM
Exact US configurations and technical block on the cited page(s); alternatives and optional hardware retain source qualifiers. This is not a guarantee for every worldwide configuration.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Display: 14.1" (358.1mm) XGA (1024x768) TFT color / Active Matrix / 150 nits / easy-open cover to unlatch and open with one hand (two latches)
Exact US configurations and technical block on the cited page(s); alternatives and optional hardware retain source qualifiers. This is not a guarantee for every worldwide configuration.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Memory: 128MB std / 1GB max / PC2100 266MHz DDR-SDRAM / non-parity / CL2.5 / two 200-pin SO-DIMM sockets / std memory in one socket / one socket available
Exact US configurations and technical block on the cited page(s); alternatives and optional hardware retain source qualifiers. This is not a guarantee for every worldwide configuration.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Storage: 20 or 30GB , 4200 rpm, 9.5mm, S.M.A.R.T. / removable and upgradable / 9.5mm high bay
Exact US configurations and technical block on the cited page(s); alternatives and optional hardware retain source qualifiers. This is not a guarantee for every worldwide configuration.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Connectivity: Broadcom BCM5901 (10/100); Modem Daughter Card (MDC); None (empty); Intel PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter; IBM High Rate Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Adapter III
Exact-model community list of alternatives; some items are optional or fitted only to selected models. Do not assume every listed item is installed.
ThinkWiki — Category:R40e · Exact model heading and Standard Features/technical sections; alternative configurations - Ports: Two USB (Version 1.1) / parallel / external monitor (DB-15) / RJ-11 (modem) / RJ-45 (ethernet) / no keyboard or mouse or serial or infrared port
Exact US configurations and technical block on the cited page(s); alternatives and optional hardware retain source qualifiers. This is not a guarantee for every worldwide configuration.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Features: TrackPoint IV
Exact-model community list of alternatives; some items are optional or fitted only to selected models. Do not assume every listed item is installed.
ThinkWiki — Category:R40e · Exact model heading and Standard Features/technical sections; alternative configurations - Dimensions: 12.3 x 10.0 x 1.53" / 313mm x 254mm x 38.9mm
Exact US configurations and technical block on the cited page(s); alternatives and optional hardware retain source qualifiers. This is not a guarantee for every worldwide configuration.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Weight: with optical drive and battery: H6U/H8U: 5.9 lb (2.67kg); H4U: 6.0 lb (2.72kg)
Exact US configurations and technical block on the cited page(s); alternatives and optional hardware retain source qualifiers. This is not a guarantee for every worldwide configuration.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Positioning: Notebook
Exact model community specification; alternatives vary by configuration and may include documented upgrades. Not all listed options were fitted together.
ThinkWiki — ThinkPad History · IBM-era exact model row, month-year column; event subtype not stated - Original systems: Windows XP preloads listed
Listed IBM configurations on this exact page; not all model options worldwide.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Battery: Lithium Ion 6-cell / intelligent
Exact US configurations and technical block on the cited page(s); alternatives and optional hardware retain source qualifiers. This is not a guarantee for every worldwide configuration.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - SKU announcement: 7 October 2003
United States models on this exact page: IBM® ThinkPad® R40e (October 2003); the footer states "US models announced October 7, 2003". Applies to the listed page configurations, not a global launch or unrelated suffix.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Documented by: 7 October 2003
United States; IBM® ThinkPad® R40e (Education). Mixed announcement footer: "US model announced October 7, 2003; previous model on March 25, 2003". The stored date is one explicitly printed announcement event only; it is not assigned to every listed SKU. The source distinguishes earlier models, and the SKU-to-event mapping remains unresolved.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 22; R40e (Education); availability column; 2684-4YU - SKU announcement: 6 April 2004
United States models on this exact page: IBM® ThinkPad® R40e (April 2004); the footer states "US models announced April 6, 2004". Applies to the listed page configurations, not a global launch or unrelated suffix.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 21; R40e (April 2004); availability column; 2684-KJU, 2684-KAU, 2684-KNU - Availability: March 2003
R40e (Education); United States; availability of listed 2684-4YU configuration(s), not a worldwide first-launch claim.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 22; R40e (Education); availability column; 2684-4YU - Documented by: October 2003
R40e: month-year listed by the community history; not independently established as announcement versus availability, and no worldwide-first claim.
ThinkWiki — ThinkPad History · IBM-era exact model row, month-year column; event subtype not stated - Availability: October 2003
R40e (October 2003); United States; availability of listed 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U configuration(s), not a worldwide first-launch claim.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 20; R40e (October 2003); availability column; 2684-H6U, 2684-H8U, 2684-H4U - Availability: April 2004
R40e (April 2004); United States; availability of listed 2684-KJU, 2684-KAU, 2684-KNU configuration(s), not a worldwide first-launch claim.
IBM Personal Systems Reference — trwbook.pdf · PDF page 21; R40e (April 2004); availability column; 2684-KJU, 2684-KAU, 2684-KNU
Identity, dates & original listings
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