IBM ThinkPad T42 Reviews

Consumer review by: (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for IBM ThinkPad T42

alaTest has collected and analyzed 22 user reviews of IBM ThinkPad T42 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Laptops on Amazon.co.uk. Views about the portability and size are overall positive. The usability and durability also get good feedback, whereas there are some mixed opinions about the performance.

price, durability, usability, size, portability

95% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: REFURBISHED LENOVO IBM Thinkpad T42, 1.70GHz, 1GB Ram, 40GB hard drive, DVD/CDRW WiFi Laptop • IBM ThinkPad T42 Laptop Intel Centrino 1Gb Ram

Jan, 2015

Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for IBM ThinkPad T42

alaTest has collected and analyzed 55 user reviews of IBM ThinkPad T42 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Laptops on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the durability and usability. The performance and screen are also mentioned favorably, but some have doubts about the price.

portability, screen, performance, usability, durability

price

69% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: IBM ThinkPad T42 Laptop (1.70 GHz Pentium M (Centrino), 40 GB Hard Drive) 23734WU • IBM ThinkPad T42SMB Laptop ((1.7 GHz Pentium M (Centrino)) 2378FZU • IBM THINKPAD T42 PM-1.8G 512MB 80GB ( 23739ZU )

Jan, 2015

Expert review by: Steve Taylor (laptopmag.com)

IBM ThinkPad T42

One of the most secure thin-and-lights you can buy.

BIOS-level integration Features designed for enterprise• Multiple levels of security settings• Supports up to 21 users

No two-factor authentication No two-factor authentication Location may be awkward for left-handers

Apr, 2005

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Expert review by: Administrator (NotebookReview.com)

IBM Thinkpad T42 Review -- T42 Good for Gaming?

I received the IBM ThinkPad T42 (2379R9U) notebook in the mail last week along with all the accessories After powering the notebook up and going through the initial boot process, I was immediately impressed. I remained impressed from that time on, and...

After looking at every possible notebook I came to the following conclusions: if I went with HP I might have achieved "OK" performance, but poor build quality, as many readers of this website are aware about. Dell notebooks in my opinion just look...

Dec, 2004

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Expert review by: abaxter (NotebookReview.com)

IBM ThinkPad T42 with Biometric Security Review (pics, specs)

IBM can unjokingly claim that its middle name is Business, and that's what they're all about when it comes to security. The latest ThinkPad T42 refresh features biometric security that is squarely aimed at business buyers. Fingerprint security...

The best keyboard around, combined with TrackPoint navigation allows for easy use and input Tough case (titanium reinforced plastic) and rugged design, yet still relatively thin-and-light. Good bright screen. Using finger scanner as a substitute for...

Pricey, you'll pay $2,000 and up for a good configuration No FireWire port or media card reader, only two USB 2.0 ports Battery life suffers with the 15.0-inch screen, expect 3-hours or less if screen is at full brightness and wireless is on

If what you are looking for is a highly durable laptop, with great performance, great service and great usability then the ThinkPad T42 is for you -- if you're willing to pay the price that is. This laptop is particularly good for business related work...

Dec, 2004

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Expert review by: Ryan Block (engadget.com)

IBM's new ThinkPad T42, is a healthy 5.4lb boy!

Okay, we don't really know if it's a boy-it can be really hard to sex these things sometimes-but what we do know that is that the ThinkPad T42 has got WiFi and Bluetooth, a relatively lackluster 15.1-inch screen, up to 2GB RAM, the trademark IBM...

Aug, 2004

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Expert review by: (pcworld.com)

ThinkPad T42 Notebook

IBM creates another fast, well-equipped business notebook.

IBM's latest slim corporate notebook has the same great keyboard and expandability as its predecessor. The ThinkPad T42, a peppy performer, offers a strong value for $2299. Business application software is not included in the price

Jul, 2004

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Expert review by: Xiao Ming Wu (cnet.com)

Lenovo ThinkPad T42 2378 ( Pentium M 725 1.6 GHz, 512 MB RAM, 40 GB HDD)

ThinkPad T42 With configurations starting at $1,299, the thin-and-light ThinkPad T42 is a good value for workers looking to create documents, produce presentations, and send e-mail while on the road. Though the system is not the fastest machine we've...

Great value; excellent performance; bulletproof IBM design; Gigabit Ethernet; long battery life; great service and support.

Lacks FireWire; no flash media slot.

The ThinkPad T42 is a good choice for business professionals looking for a top-notch laptop at a reasonable price.

May, 2004

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Expert review by: (pcmag.com)

IBM ThinkPad T42 2378-EXU

Business users take note: IBM has added a 15-inch display to its flagship ThinkPad T42 line. For an additional $50, you can get even more of the T42 you already know and love, which includes 15 percent more screen spaceif you don't mind a bulkier...

Gorgeous 15-inch display. Same great fit and finish, manageability, and protection of other ThinkPads

Below-average wireless throughput. Marginally heavier, one-quarter bulkier than the 14.1-inch T42

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IBM ThinkPad T42

The IBM ThinkPad family has always been highly regarded for its reliability and dependability, and their keyboard feel is unmatched among its peers. ThinkPads have also had the rap of being pricey, so we were surprised to see that... click here for

Sharp screen; great ThinkPad keyboard; one-button access to self-serve help and diagnostics

Getting a wireless connection profile to work can be tricky

We couldn't have guessed the ThinkPad T42 would be the value leader in the crop of new Dothan-based portables. It's well-priced for a system of this caliber, but note that others deliver better performance and more features (albeit for more money).

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Expert review by: jantin (epinions.com)

The T42 is the Place to Start

When I set out to research a new laptop, I quickly had the reaction that many in my position probably do: nausea. There are so many laptop brands, so many proprietary technologies, so many marketing ploys - it's a thicket. The chain stores (Best Buy...

Powerful, Relatively Light, Good Battery Life, Good Value, Amazing Engineering

No dedicated 'Windows' shortcut key. I hate that!

Jul, 2004

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Expert review by: (toptenreviews.com)

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