Just ordered a 2373-M3U thanks for all your help. Its backordered about 2weeks, but it should be worth the wait.

Jeff

Powered by USB is going to be the tough part. You can get a 2.5" enclosure that will power a notebook hard drive off of the USB port but you won't find it in 100+GB size. I think a regular 3.5" drive draws way to much power to be driven off of the USB bus.

although i have already ordered the 2373 m3u, i'm still kinda thinking about the t43.. the model t43 i was looking at was the 2668 4EU.. almost the same as the 2373 m3u, only difference i noted was smaller harddrive (not much concern to me) and different video card. I am in a similar situation myse...

duh41 wrote:Why not get a 2373-M3U?

For T43s, you could consider the 2668-4EU or the 2668-71U if you want a bigger 5400 rpms hard drive. You'll probably have to wait for these models though

Any idea on the availability of the 4eu?

So must everyone on the forum purchase from Bill? No, that wasn't what I said. I took objection to the quantity of separate questions pertaining to an EPP purchase. I was asking for some restraint on the part of the OP. quantity of questions????? I think I only asked one? Given these four machines ...

It's inconsiderate in the extreme to discuss EPP purchases here as 99% of the folks on here don't have access to the program. But it's particularly offensive to ask for considerable assistance in making your purchase. Don't be daft! The guy has asked some genuine questions that require simple answe...

if you want a t42, get: 2373-M3U for $2419 if you want to wait for a t43, get: 2668-4EU going for $2299 and if you really only need surfing and solitaire, and prefer portability, why not going with a x40? I don't see 2373-M3U listed on EPP web site. The 2668-45U looks like it may work as well. What...

Roisin wrote:if you want a t42, get: 2373-M3U for $2419

if you want to wait for a t43, get: 2668-4EU going for $2299

and if you really only need surfing and solitaire, and prefer portability, why not going with a x40?

want an attached dvd.

I have a friend that had trouble doing the same thing. You may have to call IBM instead of using the web. Extended service contracts are available for sale in all U.S. states EXCEPT in: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Nevada, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Ut...

Well weather I buy from EPP or not I would still be in the same quandry as to which machine to buy. Also, since I am not posting pricing information from EPP I don't see anything wrong with my post. Besides, the buying sticky right at the top of the forum provides a Link to EPP. Its not like its top...

I am in the market for a new Thinkpad from the IBM EPP site, I would prefer a 14" model since I favor size and weight over the extra screen size.Although either machine is smaller then what I am using now. I would be satisified with the standard 1024 screen. I would like bluetooth although it is pro...

In my quest to pick a new thinkpad I am trying to price a 2378FVU on the IBM EPP site. I am little bit confused by the warranty options. I added Warranty service upgrade 3 year depot repair and I get an error that " ServicePacs are available only for machines normally used for business, professional...

What can you folks tell me about this video adapter? I am thinking about ordering a 18714BU. The specs don't say how much ram this adapter has.

Anyone? This seems like a reason to go with a T43 over a T42? Is it something new to go along with the sonoma chipset?

This IBM press release mentions a new ThinkPad Power Manager which "The Power Manager gives users control over the thermal management of their notebook PC, specifically the processor speed and the speed of the fan that cools the processor, two devices that significantly impact battery life" http://w...

I had no problems.. I did note however, that the lid had to be open before it would slide out easily.

I just got a new Thinkpad T42, quick question about the fan, when the fan comes on it seems to go full speed for a second and then slow down. Also, while on it will periodically make a sound almost like a hiccup, I am not sure if it is slowing down for a split second or if it is speeding up but its ...

Logged into ibm epp clicked on return policy and get "For a new IBM Machine, you may return it to IBM for any reason within 30 days of the date of invoice and obtain a refund or credit. IBM does not provide refunds or credits for portions of a packaged offering provided at a single price. You may re...

Leon wrote:but, if you do, there's a very good chance it could be worse.....

Thats why I am thinking of ordering another and return whichever is worse.

Found it,

Thanks

So, I just got a new 14" T42 from IBM EPP, there is a dead pixel (stuck on red) in the lower right hand corner. Should I a) Live with it. b) Return it for replacment hope the second is better c) Order another and keep whichever is better. I guess my question is how likely is it that I will get anoth...

Anyone know where the executable is for the power meter that normally shows up on the taskbar? I right clicked on it and closed it now it doesn't come back on restart. How do I get it back?

What does clicking the middle button supposed to do?

I just got a new 14" T42 from IBM EPP, It has one dead pixel in the lower right corner. stuck on red, is it worth sending this back or am I likely to just get another dead pixel. I am thinking about ordering another and send back whichever is better.