Newbie here about to purchase the T42 2379R1U Model

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baldyguy · #1 Post by **baldyguy** » Sat Apr 16, 2005 1:38 am

Hello everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that you guys rock! Thank you Bill for having such a great site.. anyways...

I have a buddy who works for IBM, and he said through his EPP he can get me the T42, 2379R1U. This cost for this $1099.00 including shipping. Is this good? There's also another one w/out the finger print security option for $100.00 less.

I don't know how good the 32MB ATI Mobility RADEON 7500 video card is when it comes to playing games. Can I get some input on this?

I want to be able to upgrade the RAM, I want to go up to 1GB. Is there any good RAM that supports this laptop? I don't want any cheap type of RAM. I'm willing to pay good money, but I don't really have to buy the most expensive one. Just one that is good for the money.

I currently inherited an IBM A21e from someone, and i'm selling this laptop to get the T42... Thank you guys in advance!

#2 Post by **K. Eng** » Sat Apr 16, 2005 9:40 am

The 2379-R1U is a good workhorse machine. $1099 is an excellent price, considering that the IBM list price is close to $1500 and considering that you are getting a 3-year warranty.

The Radeon 7500 isn't that great for games, but it can do some 3D stuff. My own ThinkPad has the 7500, and it gets about 3800 in 3DMark2001SE. I would say that it is adequate for First Person Shooter games through the 2001 era (like Max Payne). It can handle 3D RTS games like WarCraft III as well.

I always recommend Crucial so-Dimms for memory. I've used Crucial products for many years and have never had a problem.

baldyguy · #3 Post by **baldyguy** » Sat Apr 16, 2005 1:33 pm

How much memory do you have for your laptop?

#4 Post by **K. Eng** » Sat Apr 16, 2005 3:04 pm

See my signature! 512 MB (2x 256MB)

baldyguy · #5 Post by **baldyguy** » Sat Apr 23, 2005 11:36 am

Can anyone else give me some feedback about this laptop? I'm really tempted to get it... Is there any reason why I shouldn't get it? This is going to be my first lappy.

pipspeak · #6 Post by **pipspeak** » Sat Apr 23, 2005 2:45 pm

At that price I'd get it and spend $150 on beefing up the memory to at least 768MB.

G-Man · #7 Post by **G-Man** » Sat Apr 23, 2005 3:53 pm

My TP has about the same specs. For gaming the Radeon 7500 is not the best video card, but still handles games like Half-life 2 (my favorite game).

Anyway, if you have a chance, get a a price for a T42 with ATI Radeon 9600 64Mb. That will definitely handle your game needs.

Regards,
G-Man

danny_isr · #8 Post by **danny_isr** » Sat Apr 23, 2005 4:51 pm

I bet it will be still much faster then the X300 on any review

JohnV · #9 Post by **JohnV** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 1:54 pm

I you are willing to spend a little more money you might want to consider the 2373M3U. It is going for $1494 on the EPP site which is around $800 off retail. It not much more than the $1099 one, but has a lot more features!!

John

Specs are as follows:

2373M3U
Product Description IBM ThinkPad T42 2373 - Pentium M 745 1.8 GHz - 14.1" TFT
Dimensions (WxDxH) 12.2 in x 10 in x 1.2 in
Weight 4.9 lbs
Mobile Technology Intel Centrino
System Type Notebook
Built-in Devices Stereo speakers, wireless LAN antenna, ThinkLight, Bluetooth antenna
Processor Intel Pentium M 745 1.8 GHz
Cache Memory 2 MB - L2 cache
RAM 512 MB (installed) / 2 GB (max) - DDR SDRAM - PC2700 - 333 MHz
Hard Drive 60 GB - 5400 rpm
Optical Storage CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo - plug-in module
Display 14.1" TFT active matrix SXGA+ (1400 x 1050)
Graphics Controller ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9600 - 64 MB
Audio Output Sound card
Telecom Fax / modem - CDC - 56 Kbps
Networking Network adapter - Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Wireless NIC Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG
Input Device Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Power AC 110/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Battery Lithium ion
Run Time (Up To) 4.5 hour(s)
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Professional

baldyguy · #10 Post by **baldyguy** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 2:05 pm

I didn't see that one! Where can I get that one? Is it too late for me to cancel my order? I made it around 1pm yesterday...

G-Man · #11 Post by **G-Man** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 4:02 pm

No, it's not too late. Give them a call. That's the TP you need.

Good luck!

Regards,
G-Man

kaplanfx · #12 Post by **kaplanfx** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 7:15 pm

I believe that is the model for me as well, but seems so many people like that config I am worried that when I am able to order next week they will be looooong backordered on it.

-kaplanfx

JohnV · #13 Post by **JohnV** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 7:19 pm

Well they told me a 25 day wait on that model I posted. Well it took less than a week for my order to ship. I just ordered it last week.

John

JohnV · #14 Post by **JohnV** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 7:21 pm

Oh and they left out the fingerprint reader on the description i posted. Also the HD is a 7200rpm version not a 5400.

John

G-Man · #15 Post by **G-Man** » Tue Apr 26, 2005 2:24 am

Actually the HD is a 5400rpm version, but you're right about the fingerprint reader.

Regards,
G-Man

baraider · #16 Post by **baraider** » Tue Apr 26, 2005 3:01 am

the hd is the 7200, i know because i have one....it's the hitachi 7k60..the fastest right now...

you'll love it

G-Man · #17 Post by **G-Man** » Tue Apr 26, 2005 3:24 am

Oops.

You're right. Then baldguy don't hesitate!

Regards,
G-Man

baldyguy · #18 Post by **baldyguy** » Mon May 09, 2005 12:55 pm

After using this laptop over the weekend, I'm not too happy with the 2379R1U Model. I currently have a 20 inch DELL LCD, and the resolution is set at 1600x1200. I'm so used it to it and when I use my thinkpad, it's 1024 x 768. So how can I go about exchanging it or returning it? I have only had this for two weeks now.

combustion · #19 Post by **combustion** » Mon May 09, 2005 2:26 pm

I was in the same boat, I exchanged mine for the sxga+ resolution (64mb 9600) at 1400x1050 and now its perfect... well worth the extra money.

baldyguy · #20 Post by **baldyguy** » Mon May 09, 2005 2:33 pm

JohnV,

I'm looking on the EPP website and I don't see anything for that model? DO I have to customize it?

Exactly where is it?

JohnV wrote:I you are willing to spend a little more money you might want to consider the 2373M3U. It is going for $1494 on the EPP site which is around $800 off retail. It not much more than the $1099 one, but has a lot more features!!

John

Specs are as follows:

2373M3U
Product Description IBM ThinkPad T42 2373 - Pentium M 745 1.8 GHz - 14.1" TFT
Dimensions (WxDxH) 12.2 in x 10 in x 1.2 in
Weight 4.9 lbs
Mobile Technology Intel Centrino
System Type Notebook
Built-in Devices Stereo speakers, wireless LAN antenna, ThinkLight, Bluetooth antenna
Processor Intel Pentium M 745 1.8 GHz
Cache Memory 2 MB - L2 cache
RAM 512 MB (installed) / 2 GB (max) - DDR SDRAM - PC2700 - 333 MHz
Hard Drive 60 GB - 5400 rpm
Optical Storage CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo - plug-in module
Display 14.1" TFT active matrix SXGA+ (1400 x 1050)
Graphics Controller ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9600 - 64 MB
Audio Output Sound card
Telecom Fax / modem - CDC - 56 Kbps
Networking Network adapter - Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Wireless NIC Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG
Input Device Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Power AC 110/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Battery Lithium ion
Run Time (Up To) 4.5 hour(s)
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Professional

baraider · #21 Post by **baraider** » Mon May 09, 2005 2:36 pm

it's not on the website....just call ibm-epp

baldyguy · #22 Post by **baldyguy** » Tue May 10, 2005 4:16 pm

I just returned the laptop to get a T43 2687D3U through EPP. I hope this one will be better.

Newbie here about to purchase the T42 2379R1U Model

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