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Feature T420 T420s T430 T430s T430u T520 T530
Core Technology
Up to Genuine Windows® 7 Ultimate
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3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i Series Processors
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2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i Series Processors
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Lenovo Enhanced Experience 3 for Windows® 7
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Microsoft® Office 2010 Optimized
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Solid-State Storage Drives (SSDs)
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Displays & Graphics
NVIDIA® Optimus™ Technology
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Integrated Intel® HD Graphics
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Mini DisplayPort
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Backlit ThinkPad Precision Keyboard
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Security & Protection
Roll-Cage Technology
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Carbon Fiber Reinforcement
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Hard/Storage Drive Impact Protection
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Shared Docking Station With Other ThinkPad Series
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Long Battery-Life for All-Day Computing
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Combined Hardware/Software Security
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Lenovo Solutions for Small Business
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Integrated Fingerprint Reader
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Password Management Software
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Intel® Anti-Theft Protection
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Multimedia Features
Dolby® Home Theater®
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Dolby® Advanced Audio™
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Integrated Webcam
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Multiformat Memory Card Reader
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Polycom® Ready & Voice-Over IP (VOIP)-Optimized
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Built-In Solutions & Convenience
SuperSpeed USB 3.0
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Backup & Recovery Tools
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UltraNav® Multi-Pointing System
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Ultrabook
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Connectivity
Industry-Leading Connectivity Options
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Lenovo Mobile Access
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Network Connection Software
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GPS Capability
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Environment & Energy-Savings
Cool & Quiet
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ULE Gold Sustainable Product Certification
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EPEAT® Gold Environmental Rating
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ENERGY STAR-Compliant
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T530


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