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IBM Thinkpad R40e

“We have used this laptop as an extra wireless...”

Written on: 17/08/2008

We have used this laptop as an extra wireless workstation in the house and never had a problem. We gave it a tuneup every six months or so and it runs Windows XP Pro w/Office 2003 just fine. Internet, Windows Messenger, email, Fireworks and Dreamweaver are also loaded and run great! (read more)

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IBM Thinkpad R40e

“The R40e Thinkpad is probably IBM's bottom range...”

Written on: 09/12/2004 by John R (1 review written)

The R40e Thinkpad is probably IBM's bottom range product - but don't be put off.
I bought mine for £600 seemed a real bargain at the time. Since then the price has dropped further - see below.
If you want a basic home and office laptop without frills then this machine is an excellent contender. Bear in mind it is not pretending to be an entertainment centre - just a good quality basic workhorse at a good price.
14.1" screen keeps the size compact and has excellent readability.
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Greekpatriot's Response to John R's Review

Written on: 06/04/2005

I must agree with your comments. The only think I have to add / or confirm is that the R40e is a total bargain. I got mine for £300 + VAT.
<br>:)
<br>Specs:
<br>2.4 GHz Celeron
<br>DVD-Rom
<br>30GB Harddisk
<br>128 MB DDR PC2100 (I have to upgrade this soon)
<br>Windows XP home, WinDVD, Norton Antivirus 2003

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