Lenovo ThinkPad T61 (8896-2FU) 14.1″ Business Laptop – Intel Core 2 Duo T7300, 1GB RAM, 80GB HDD, Windows 7, DVD-RW

Condition: Used – Functional with signs of age. Battery holds charge; runtime is not guaranteed. Windows 7 installed. Includes Vista license sticker.

The Lenovo ThinkPad T61 (Type 8896-2FU) is a business-class laptop from Lenovo’s highly regarded ThinkPad series, known for its durability, build quality, and keyboard feel. This model features a 14.1″ display, an Intel Core 2 Duo T7300 processor at 2.0GHz, and runs on Windows 7 with a visible Windows Vista COA license sticker.

Equipped with 1GB of RAM and an 80GB hard drive, it remains a solid machine for legacy software, diagnostics, serial port control systems, and industrial environments that still depend on older OS platforms. Integrated 802.11 a/g Wi-Fi, LAN, and a DVD-RW optical drive provide basic functionality for office, development, and embedded tasks.

This model is also known for its rugged chassis, modular bay, and compatibility with docking stations, making it a favorite among IT professionals in legacy equipment support.

Features:

• Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T7300 (2.0GHz, 4MB L2 cache, 800MHz FSB)
• Memory: 1GB DDR2 RAM
• Storage: 80GB SATA HDD
• Optical Drive: DVD-RW
• Display: 14.1″ screen (likely WXGA, 1280×800)
• Graphics: Intel GMA X3100 (integrated)
• Operating System: Windows XP installed (Vista license sticker included)
• Networking:
  • Wired LAN (Gigabit Ethernet)
  • Wireless LAN: 802.11a/g
• Ports: USB 2.0, VGA, audio, Ethernet, modem, PCMCIA/CardBus
• BIOS Version: 1.26
• Model Number: 8896-2FU (Product ID: 88962FU)
• Keyboard: Full-size ThinkPad keyboard with TrackPoint
• Battery: Present but charge duration is not guaranteed
• Build: Magnesium alloy casing, known for high durability
• Weight: Approx. 5.5 lbs

Applications:

• Legacy software environments
• Embedded control, industrial systems
• RS232/COM-port based applications (with docking station)
• Basic office tasks (offline)
• Hardware diagnostics and flashing tools
• DOS/XP-only proprietary business tools
• Good for student work, learning

Cross-Referenced Models:

• Lenovo T61 7660-CTO – Similar config with Intel chipset
• ThinkPad T60/T61p – Similar architecture, T61p has higher graphics
• HP Compaq nc6400 – Business-grade alternative with Core 2 Duo
• Dell Latitude D630 – Comparable XP-era corporate laptop

Comparable Products:

• IBM ThinkPad T60 – XP-class business laptop, DDR2
• Dell Latitude D620/D630 – Core 2 Duo, XP support
• HP EliteBook 6930p – Legacy-friendly with better display options
• Panasonic Toughbook CF-52 – Rugged XP-ready with similar specs

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• used ThinkPad with working DVD-RW
• XP laptop with Wi-Fi a/g and LAN

Common Requests:

1. “Does the Lenovo T61 support Windows 7?”
   → Yes, this model ships with 7 and also includes a Vista COA license.
2. “Is the battery functional?”
   → Battery holds some charge, but duration is not guaranteed.
3. “Can the Lenovo T61 run legacy industrial software?”
   → Yes, this model is ideal for XP-based control or diagnostic software.
4. “Does it include wireless internet capability?”
   → Yes, it supports 802.11 a/g Wi-Fi and wired Gigabit LAN.
5. “Can it boot from USB or CD/DVD?”
   → Yes, supports USB boot and includes a working DVD-RW drive.

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