Recommended Ultra-Light and Tablet Computers

 

 

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Dell
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Overview

The systems listed below are the recommended ultra-light and tablet computers. For assistance with selecting a model to meet your particular needs contact a presales consultant at computing-help@mit.edu or 617.253.1101.

The models, configurations, and prices are subject to change based on manufacturer's availability. Watch this page for updates, and check the vendors' web sites for the latest information. In the listings below, the model name, catalog number, and price for each system are valid as of April 24, 2009.

For purchasing information, see Computer Buying Advice. For warranty information, see Warranty Overview.

Dell

Ultra-Light
Ultra-Portable
lat

Latitude E4200

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Latitude E4300

  • 12.1" Widescreen WXGA Display (1280 x 800)
  • 1.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo ULV U7600
  • 2.0 GB RAM / 80 GB HD
  • 8x DVD±RW Drive
  • Intel Integrated GMA 950
  • Gigabit Ethernet / Dell 802.11 b/g WLAN / 56K Modem
  • Weight with battery 3.1 lbs.
  • Windows XP Pro SP 2
  • 3 year limited warranty plus 3 year next business day on-site service with CompleteCare

Total Price: $1575

  • 13.3" Widescreen WXGA LED Display (1280 x 800)
  • 2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo SP9300
  • 4.0 GB RAM / 160 GB 7200 RPM HD
  • 8x DVD±RW Drive
  • Intel Integrated GMA 4500MHD
  • Integrated Webcam
  • Gigabit Ethernet / Dell 802.11 a/g/n WLAN / Bluetooth
  • Weight with battery 3.3 lbs.
  • Windows XP Pro SP 3 pre-installed, Vista Business Downgrade License
  • 3 year limited warranty plus 3 year next business day on-site service with CompleteCare
Total Price: $1480

To purchase Dell notebooks at MIT discounted prices:

  1. Make sure you have an MIT personal certificate on the computer you are placing the order from.
  2. Go to the Dell on-line catalog. You will see the MIT configurations on the Dell page for personal purchases.

Lenovo

Ultra-Light
Ultra-Portable
thinkpad

ThinkPad X200T Tablet

  • 13.3" WXGA+ Display (1440 x 900)
  • 1.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo SU9400 Processor
  • 4 GB RAM / 120 GB Solid State HD
  • DVD±RW Drive
  • Intel GMA 4500MHD
  • Gigabit Ethernet / 802.11a/g/n / Bluetooth / AT&T Cellular Data Modem
  • Windows Vista Business
  • Weight with battery: 3.35 lbs.
  • Includes 3-year ThinkPlus Protection warranty
  • Next-business-day on-site service with CompleteCare

Item #: 9169806
Price: $3102

  • 12.1" LED Widescreen Display (1280 x 800)
  • 1.86 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo SL9400 Processor
  • 4 GB RAM / 160 GB 7200 RPM HD
  • Intel GMA 4500MHD
  • Gigabit Ethernet / 802.11a/g/n / Bluetooth
  • Windows Vista Business 32
  • Weight with battery: 3.55 lbs.
  • Includes 3-year ThinkPlus Protection warranty
  • Note: This laptop is also available in a non-tablet configuration. GovConnection Item # 9169777, $1655.00

Item #: 9169793
Price: $2155

To purchase Lenovo / IBM computers at MIT discounted prices:

  1. Make sure you have an MIT personal certificate on the computer you are placing the order from.
  2. Go to the GovConnection on-line catalog.
  3. Enter the Part number of the system you are interested in into the Product Search box near the top left of the window.
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