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The ThinkPad(R) A31 laptop computer continues the
IBM tradition of innovative desktop
alternative notebooks with the addition of
integrated communications. With the Ultrabay
2000, you can freely interchange optical
devices, mass storage drives, diskette
drives, or a second battery. The Ultrabay
Plus offers an optional numeric keypad or a
WorkPad cradle for synchronizing the
ThinkPad with a WorkPad while the WorkPad
charges. The communications bay allows up to
three types of integrated communications:
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V.90 modems
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10/100 Ethernet LAN
The ThinkPad A31 computer is the ideal
mobile solution for a wide variety of user
needs.
Outstanding features
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Powerful Mobile Intel(R) Mobile
Pentium(R) 4 Processor-M at 1900 MHz
with enhanced Intel SpeedStep(TM)
technology and 512 KB on-board L2 cache
memory
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Large, brilliant 14.1"-in active matrix TFT display with XGA (1024 x 768)
resolution
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40 GB HDD
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512
MB of memory,
expandable up to 1024 MB
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Modem with 56 K V.90 technology (V.92
capable), 10/100 Ethernet, DVD, 24x CD drive,
or DVD/CDRW combo drive. (Options
depending on model)
ThinkPad benefits
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Desktop expansion with integrated,
easy-loading modular Ultrabay(TM) 2000,
Ultrabay(TM) Plus, PC card slots, and
optional ThinkPad Port Replicator and
ThinkPad Dock
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ThinkPad Button, newly enhanced Access
ThinkPad, Access Connections, and
ThinkPad access help(TM)
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ThinkLight(TM) keyboard light
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Individual volume up, down, and mute
buttons
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TrackPoint(R) with Press-to-Select,
Internet scroll, and magnifying glass
features for accurate and convenient
control
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New, innovative, easy-to-use Web
navigation keys for quick and simple Web
browsing (total of eight keys, with
three customizable to your needs)
Flexible, innovative design
The ThinkPad A31 laptop computer is an outstanding
desktop alternative with ex- ceptional
versatility for mobile users who need the
flexibility to take work with them. It
offers desktop expansion with two modular
bays (Ultrabay 2000 and Ultrabay Plus), two
PC card slots, and support for both the
ThinkPad Port Replicator and the ThinkPad
Dock. It features excellent graphics with
the ATI Radeon with 16 MB VRAM and a large
15"-in active matrix TFT display with XGA
(1024 x 768) resolution.
The ThinkPad A31 notebook computer is a
mobile solution whose cutting-edge design
includes these features:
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S-Video-out port
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Stereo audio with 3D sound and speaker
technology
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Dual-mode, high-performance Mobile Intel
Pentium III processor-M with enhanced
Intel SpeedStep technology
The ThinkPad A31 computer shares many common
options across the ThinkPad family:
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UltraBay 2000 and Ultrabay Plus devices
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ThinkPad Port Replicator and ThinkPad
Dock
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72 W power adapter
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System memory
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HDDs
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Mini-PCI options and CDC communications
alternatives
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External battery charger
Innovative ease of use
With its flexible design, the ThinkPad A31
laptops work right out of the box. Productivity and
ease of use are enhanced for novices as well
as experienced users with ergonomic features
that include:
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ThinkPad button for one-touch access to
newly enhanced Access Thinkpad, Access
Connections, and ThinkPad access help
(requires Internet access account
available separately)
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Internet scroll bar for effortless
scrolling through Web pages or large
spreadsheets
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Keyboard with full-size keys, a
TrackPoint pointing device, spacious
palm rest, sloped design for comfortable
typing and the new, easy-to-use Web
navigation keys for quick and simple Web
browsing (total of eight keys, with
three customizable to your needs)
Modular Ultrabay 2000
The easy-loading modular bay allows you to
add function with the fast swapping of a
variety of devices. Choose any of the
standard or optional devices you need:
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Second battery
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Second HDD
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DVD-ROM
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CD-ROM
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CD-RW
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DVD/CD-RW
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SuperDisk (LS-120)
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Zip drive 250 MB
Integrated Ultrabay Plus
With the Ultrabay Plus you can include an
optional numeric keypad or cradle for the
WorkPad with charging and synchronization
capability. An Ultrabay Plus device carrier
is required.
ThinkLight keyboard light
With the ThinkLight you can keep working in
low-light conditions and take your work
virtually anywhere.
Other freatures
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Intuitive volume control: Individual
volume up, down, and mute but- tons
offer easier volume control.
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RJ-45 and RJ-11 connectors enable modem
or LAN support. These connectors are
duplicated in the ThinkPad Port
Replicator and ThinkPad Dock to enable
modem and LAN support without cable or
card swapping.
LCD Display
The A31 ThinkPad family includes large 14.1"-inch active matrix displays
with resolution of 1024 x 768. Resolutions
are shown in the following tables.
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Resolution |
LCD |
External monitor (CRT only) |
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TFT |
85hz |
75hz |
60hz |
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640 x 480 |
16M |
16M |
16M |
16M |
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800 x 600 |
16M |
16M |
16M |
16M |
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1024 x 768 |
16M |
16M |
16M |
16M |
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1280 x 1024 |
N/A |
16M |
16M |
16M |
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1130 x 1200 |
N/A |
16M |
16M |
16M |
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2048 x 1536 |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
64K |
Keyboard and TrackPoint with
Press-to-Select
The spill-proof key- board with Web-centric
keys have the familiar layout of a ThinkPad
laptop with function keys that allow quick access
to system functions. Use the TrackPoint with
Press-to-Select to select objects by
pressing the TrackPoint cap.
PCMCIA
The Type III slot can accommodate two Type I
or two Type II, or one Type III PC card.
Both 16-bit and 32-bit cards are supported.
Communications bay
Mini-PCI and communication cards for
integrated network and communications.
PC Card support software
The auto configurator and memory device
driver enable supported PCMCIA cards by
sensing them automatically. PCMCIA cards
supported by the auto configurator and
memory device driver are listed in the Sales
Manual.
Storage
Optional 48 GB HDDs are also
available. Two HDDs can be used concurrently
to offer expanded storage.
Audio
Excellent sound quality with two stereo
speakers, 16-bit stereo audio supporting
Sound Blaster Pro, built-in stereo speakers,
and volume control.
Three audio jacks:
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One for external stereo speakers or
headphone
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One for an external microphone
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One for line-in
Infrared (IR)
IR transceiver for wireless file and data
transfer and printing. IBM ThinkPad A31
laptop models
are compatible with the Infrared Data
Association (IrDA) IR data link
specification with speeds up to 4 Mbps.
Other features
Enhanced parallel, S-Video out, external
display, pointer-keyboard-keypad, serial,
and two USB ports. Additional connector
supports the optional Port Replicator and
dock.
AC Adapter
This ac-to-dc converter supplies the
necessary power to the computer. The ac
adapter also charges the battery pack when
it is installed in the computer.
Li-Ion Battery Pack
A 6 Cell Li-Ion Battery Pack is shipped with
the ThinkPad A31 laptops. The battery pack is an
internal power source to the computer when
the ac adapters not available.
The battery pack is rechargeable is charged
using the ac adapter with the system. The
Li-Ion battery approximate operation hours
and charging hours are:
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Condition |
IBM
ThinkPad A31 |
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Power off/suspend charging** |
1.5 to 2.5 hr |
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Charging during operation** |
2.0 to 3.0 hr |
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Battery operation * |
3.2 hr |
Protect and maximize your IT investment in
the ThinkPad A31 notebook with
programs such as:
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Wake on LAN
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Alert on LAN
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UM Services
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LANClient Control Manager (LCCM)
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DMI
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