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| Core technology | | ThinkCentre A Series | ThinkCentre Edge Series | ThinkCentre M Series | ThinkCentre All-In-One |
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Genuine Windows® 7 ProfessionalIf you use your PC for work, you'll want Windows® 7 Professional. It helps you be more productive and protects the critical information you work with. Many routine tasks just take a couple of clicks, so you can spend less time setting up projectors, printers, and networks. Advanced backup options help you protect your hard work with automatic backups to your home or business network. And with Windows XP Mode, you can use virtually all of your Windows XP programs in Windows 7. | | Selected | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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2nd generation Intel® Core™ i series processorsSelect models are powered by up to 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i7 processors with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, which features smart performance and built-in visuals for a visibly better PC experience. | | Unavailable | Available | Selected | Selected |
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Intel® Core™2 Quad processorsRun more applications without slowing down performance. Intel® Core™ 2 Quad processors are ideal for high-performance multimedia applications like playing HD video or burning DVDs. | | Selected | Unavailable | Selected | Unavailable |
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Previous generation Intel® Core™ i series processorsSelect models are powered by up to previous generation Intel Core i series processor technology, which combines unique Intel technologies and massive memory bandwidth to accelerate workloads for incredible performance.
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AMD processorsAMD multicore processors offer great processing performance for your desktop at affordable prices. | | Selected | Unavailable | Selected | Unavailable |
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Lenovo Enhanced Experience 2.0 for Windows® 7This exclusive certification identifies Lenovo PCs that are unmatched in functionality. Using Lenovo's RapidBoot technology, Enhanced Experience 2.0 PCs have optimized system files, processes, and hardware settings to achieve quicker boot and shutdown times. Start your PC on average 20 seconds faster than a typical Windows 7 computer, and benefit from increased productivity in the office, as well as an enhanced multimedia experience. | | Unavailable | Available | Selected | Selected |
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Lenovo Enhanced Experience 2.0 for Windows® 7 with optional Lenovo-developed RapidDrive SSDLenovo Enhanced Experience 2.0 for Windows® 7 with optional Lenovo-developed RapidDrive technology is optimized for business. Combined with RapidBoot technology, these models offer even faster boot and shutdown, along with dramatically improved application performance. And with superior Web conferencing and robust security features, you'll benefit from increased productivity at the office. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Selected | Unavailable |
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Lenovo previous generation Enhanced Experience for Windows® 7 Lenovo certification for previous generation Enhanced Experience for Windows® 7 identifies PCs that deliver faster start-up and connection times plus more entertainment and business features than typical systems with Windows 7 without this functionality. | | Selected | Unavailable | Selected | Selected |
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Microsoft® Office Starter 2010Lenovo systems are optimized for Microsoft® Office 2010. Purchase a Product Key or DVD to activate the preloaded full-featured Office software or reduced functionality versions of Word and Excel only, with advertisements (no PowerPoint or Outlook available). | | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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DDR3 memoryThe latest DDR3 memory provides faster performance for running multimedia applications and the latest games. | | Selected | Available | Selected | Available |
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| Security and PC management tools | |
ThinkVantage® Technologies ThinkVantage® Technologies is a suite of PC management and security solutions. This software/hardware-based technology offers cost-effective tools to protect and manage company assets and intellectual property. | | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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ThinkVantage® Client Security SolutionA component of the ThinkVantage® solution that safeguards your data by providing user authentication, data protection and secure wired and wireless communications. This software/hardware-based technology is a cost-effective security measure that helps protect company assets and intellectual property. | | Selected | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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ThinkVantage® Rescue and Recovery®This hassle-free, one-button recovery solution lets you restore your previously saved system image including data, applications, and operating system. It also provides a pre-operating system environment with networking capabilities, allowing you to access your network even if the operating system will not boot. The latest version is available via download. | | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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Fingerprint Reader KeyboardKeep your passwords at the tip of your fingers. Biometric fingerprint authentication lets you easily access your PC with just the swipe of a finger. What's more, it's made from 65% post-consumer recycled materials, so you can feel good about being green. | | Selected | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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| Multimedia | |
HD graphics supportEnjoy breathtaking high-definition video, or output to an HD-ready monitor or television without suffering any quality loss. (Output of HD content to external devices requires an HDMI port, which is not available on all models. Check individual model listings for details.) | | Selected | Selected | Selected | Available |
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| Unique features | |
Ultrasmall form factor (USFF)A super-compact tower design fits in your hand. It's the perfect fit on your desk or tucked away underneath. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Selected | Unavailable |
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Small form factor (SFF)A compact form factor designed to fit into tight spaces. | | Selected | Selected | Selected | Unavailable |
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All-in-one form factor (AIO)Sleek, space-saving all-in-one designs feature the tower and monitor built into the same unit. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable | Available |
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Optional multitouch panelPan, zoom, rotate, right-click, and more on the full high-definition screen. You can even control hardware functions like volume, mute, camera preview, sleep mode, microphone, and system lock from your multitouch screen using our SimpleTap software. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable | Selected |
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Tool-free chassisEasily access internal components for quick upgrades. This time-saving feature makes a huge difference when multiple PCs are involved! | | Selected | Available | Available | Selected |
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| Cost-saving/energy conservation features | |
ThinkVantage® Power ManagerSave energy and lower utility bills. Monitor and control energy-consumption remotely for maximum savings. Individuals can preset energy-saving options to save the company money and also conserve and extend battery life. | | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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GREENGUARD®-certifiedGREENGUARD-certified PCs have been tested for up to 2,000 potentially harmful contaminants. Lenovo is the only computer manufacturer to have its products GREENGUARD-certified. | | Selected | Unavailable | Selected | Selected |
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ENERGY STAR-compliantMany Lenovo PCs carry the ENERGY STAR label, attesting to their superior energy efficiency. This translates into lower operating costs, less overall energy use and reduced heat emissions. | | Selected | Unavailable | Selected | Selected |
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EPEAT® Gold environmental ratingUnder the federally funded EPEAT® program in the US, manufacturers declare their products' conformance to a comprehensive set of environmental criteria. EPEAT Gold products must meet all 23 required criteria and at least 75% of the optional criteria. | | Selected | Unavailable | Selected | Selected |
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EPEAT® Silver environmental ratingUnder the federally funded EPEAT® program in the US, manufacturers declare their products' conformance to a comprehensive set of environmental criteria. EPEAT Silver products must meet all 23 required criteria and at least 50% of the optional criteria. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable |
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TCO Certified EdgeTCO Certified Edge is an award program that helps identify products at the cutting edge of green design, making your purchasing decision easier. TCO Certified Edge is exclusively for those products that pioneer innovation in the areas of usability and human factors or that offer proven reduced impact on the natural environment. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable | Selected |
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Post-consumer contentSelect ThinkCentre models are made from post-consumer content, which ecologically re-purposes recycled plastic materials. Some desktops use up to 42% post-consumer content. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Selected | Selected |
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| | | ThinkCentre A Series | ThinkCentre Edge Series | ThinkCentre M Series | ThinkCentre All-In-One |
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