Lenovo ThinkPad T430 Repair

The Lenovo Thinkpad T430 was released in June 2012 as a less costly alternative to the premium-range Lenovo Thinkpad T430s. The T430 is a 14-inch Ultrabook that includes a third-generation Intel Core i5 processor. It was released as part of Lenovo's T Series mobile workstations and is marketed towards mainstream professionals. The ThinkPad T Series was introduced by IBM in 2000 but was transferred to Lenovo, a Chinese technology company, in 2005.

The Thinkpad T430 weighs approximately 4.8 pounds and includes a 57-Watt-hour nine-cell battery. It meets eight rugged military-specification tests against extreme environmental variables including temperature, pressure, dust, humidity, and vibration. Lenovo advertises that the T430 has up to 30 hours of battery life. The computer also includes a 720p HD webcam and dual digital array microphones, as well as stereo speakers. The Thinkpad T430 includes up to 16 GB of internal memory, a 3 GB cache, and 4 GB of RAM.

The Thinkpad T430 features an anti-glare LED (light-emitting diode) display and a carbon fiber case. It also includes a fingerprint reader that can be used as a password.

Lenovo ThinkPad T430 computers include the name "ThinkPad" in the lower right-hand corner of the laptop, underneath the keyboard at a 45-degree angle from the bottom edge of the device. It also includes the name "Lenovo" in lower-case letters in the bottom left-hand corner of the laptop's display.

General:

• Platform Technology: Intel vPro Technology
• Built-in Devices: ThinkLight
• Embedded Security: Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition
• Manufacturer: Lenovo

Processor/Chipset:

• CPU: Intel Core i5 (3rd Gen) 3320M / 2.6 GHz
• Max Turbo Speed: 3.3 GHz
• Number of Cores: Dual-Core
• Cache: 3 MB
• 64-bit Computing: Yes
• Chipset Type: Mobile Intel QM77 Express
• Features: Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, integrated memory controller

Storage:

• Interface: Serial ATA-300
• Optical Drive: DVD-Writer removable

RAM:

• Memory Speed: 1600 MHz
• Memory Specification Compliance: PC3-12800
• Configuration Features: 1 x 4 GB
• Technology: DDR3 SDRAM
• Installed Size: 4 GB
• Rated Memory Speed: 1600 MHz

Memory:

• RAM: 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
• Max Supported Size: 16 GB
• Technology: DDR3 SDRAM
• Speed: 1600 MHz / PC3-12800
• Form Factor: SO-DIMM 204-pin
• Slots Qty: 2
• Empty Slots: 1

Display:

• LCD Backlight Technology: LED backlight
• Widescreen Display: Yes
• Image Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Monitor Features: anti-glare
• Type: LED
• Diagonal Size (metric): 35.5 cm
• Display Resolution Abbreviation: HD

Audio and Video:

• Graphics Processor: Intel HD Graphics 4000
• Integrated Webcam: Yes
• Capture Resolutions: 1280 x 720
• Sound: Stereo speakers, stereo microphone
• Audio Codec: Realtek ALC3202

Hard Drive:

• Spindle Speed: 7200 rpm
• Type: HDD
• Capacity: 500 GB

Input:

• Type: TrackPoint, UltraNav, keyboard
• Features: multi-touch touchpad, spill-resistant, volume control

Communications:

• Wireless Protocol: 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
• Wireless Controller: Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205 - PCI Express Mini Card
• Wired Protocol: Gigabit Ethernet

Wireless Broadband (WWAN):

• Generation: 3G upgradable

Optical Storage:

• Drive Type: DVD-Writer
• Type: DVD-Writer
• Form Factor: removable

Processor:

• CPU Type: Core i5
• Processor Number: i5-3320M
• Generation: 3
• Manufacturer: Intel
• Clock Speed: 2.6 GHz

Card Reader:

• Type: 4 in 1 card reader
• Supported Flash Memory: MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card

Battery:

• Capacity: 57 Wh
• Cells: 6-cell
• Technology: lithium-ion
• Run Time (Up To): 9.7 hour(s)

AC Adapter:

• Input: AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
• Output: 65 Watt

Connections and Expansion:

• Expansion Bays: 1 x Ultrabay Enhanced
• Slots: 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free)
• Interfaces
  • USB 2.0
  • PoweredUSB 2.0
  • 2 x USB 3.0
  • VGA
  • Mini DisplayPort
  • LAN
  • Headphone/microphone combo jack
• Memory Card Reader: 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)

Header:

• Brand: Lenovo
• Product Line: Lenovo ThinkPad T430
• Model: 2344
• Compatibility: PC

Networking:

• Data Link Protocol: Bluetooth 4.0, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
• Interface (Bus) Type: PCI Express Mini Card
• Ethernet Controller(s): Intel 82579LM
• Wireless NIC: Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205

Miscellaneous:

• Case Material: carbon fiber, carbon fiber reinforced plastic, glass-fiber
• Integrated Options: ThinkLight
• Security: Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
• Features: Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), Intel Small Business Advantage, ThinkPad Roll Cage, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
• Compliant Standards: GREENGUARD, Nordic Ecolabel, RoHS
• Included Accessories: power adapter
• Manufacturer Selling Program: TopSeller
• Theft/Intrusion Protection: Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
• Security Slot Type: Kensington security slot

Monitor:

• Diagonal Size: 14 in

System:

• Platform Technology: Intel vPro Technology
• Notebook Type: notebook
• Platform: Windows
• Hard Drive Capacity: 500 GB
• Embedded Security: Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
• Security Devices: fingerprint reader

Dimensions and Weight:

• Width: 13.4 in
• Depth: 9.1 in
• Height: 1.2 in
• Weight: 4.78 lbs

Audio Output:

• Compliant Standards: Dolby Advanced Audio v2, High Definition Audio

Mainboard:

• Chipset Type: Mobile Intel QM77 Express

Environmental Standards:

• EPEAT Level: EPEAT Gold
• ENERGY STAR Certified: Yes

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