Fujitsu starts selling the T900 Lifebook Tablet PC
Category: new notebook modelsBy: Morgan Jones
The T900 is being sold directly at Shopfujitsu.com with a host of configuration options
Last December we reported the appearance of Fujitsu's Lifebook T900 in an FCC report (codename 'Souther'), which was an unknown Fujitsu model at the time. We suspected that if Fujitsu was planning to release a new tablet PC, it would do so early this year. Well Fujitsu has done just that: the T900 convertible tablet PC is available to buy from Shopfujitsu.com now, with prices starting at $1889.
The T900 is a fully-customizable 13.3” tablet PC, and it comes with a 2.4GHz/2.93GHz Intel Core i5-520M vPro processor, which contains Intel's HD Graphics GPU; 2GB of DDR3 SDRAM; a WLAN 802.11 a/b/g/n adaptor; a Bluetooth v2.1 adaptor; a modular Dual-Layer Super-Multi DVD Writer; and an integrated webcam with dual digital array microphones. The i5-520M vPro is a powerful processor, therefore the T900 should be able to handle most tasks with ease. Take a look at our dedicated i5-520M page for more information about Intel's new processor.
Unfortunately Intel's integrated GPUs are seldom powerful, and the Mobile Intel HD Graphics GPU is no exception. Whilst it does offer an improvement over Intel's GMA 4500MHD, it probably won't beat Nvidia's GeForce 9400M (ION) GPU. However it should be powerful enough to manage most internet content on the T900's 13.3" WXGA (1280 x 800) LCD, and it supports a resolution of up to 1600 x 1200 on an external monitor, although sadly, there is no HDMI port. On a more positive note, the power-saving combination of a processor and a GPU in one package is intended for use inside mobile machines such as the T900, consequently the T900 has a reasonable operating time of 5 hours whilst running on its default 6 cell battery.
For those wishing to configure the T900 before considering buying one, Fujitsu's online store enables customers to upgrade almost every aspect of the machine. The processor can be upgraded to an Intel Core i7-620M vPro and the memory can be increased to 8GB (DDR3 SDRAM). The entry-level model is fitted with an active digitizer display (for use with a stylus), and for an additional $100, it can be fitted with a dual digitizer display (capacitive multi-touch screen and stylus). Another useful upgrade option is a second hard drive or a 6 cell bay battery for use with the T900's bay. Whilst using the bay battery the T900 should run for up to 10.5 hours.
Here are the specifications of the entry-level model alongside its various upgrade options:-
| Entry-level model | Upgrade options |
Processor | 2.4GHz/2.93GHz Intel Core i5-520M vPro | 2.53GHz/3.06GHz Intel Core i5-540M vPro 2.66GHz/3.33GHz Intel Core i7-620M vPro |
Chipset | Mobile Intel QM57 Express | |
Memory | 2GB DDR3 SDRAM (1066 MHz; 2 x 1GB DIMMs) | Up to 8GB DDR3 SDRAM (1066MHz; 2 x 4GB DIMMs) |
Graphics adapter | Mobile Intel HD Graphics (up to 761MB shared system memory using DVMT); supports external monitor resolution of up to 1600 x 1200 | Mobile Intel HD Graphics (up to 1695MB shared system memory using DVMT); supports external monitor resolution of up to 1600 x 1200 |
Display | 13.3" WXGA (1280 x 800) LCD LED with wide-viewing angles; active digitizer (stylus input) | 13.3" WXGA (1280 x 800) LCD LED with wide-viewing angles; dual digitizer (stylus input and capacitive multi-touch screen) |
Hard disk | 160GB SATA 150 5400rpm; Fujitsu Shock Sensor | 160/320/500GB (5400rpm); 320GB (7200rpm); 64/128GB SSD; SATA; Fujitsu Shock Sensor; full data encryption option |
Audio | Realtek ALC269 HD audio; 2 x built-in dual digital array microphones | |
Connections | ExpressCard (34/54mm supported); Smart Card slot; SD Card slot; 15-pin D-SUB (VGA); 3 x USB2.0; DC In; IEEE 1394; RJ45; RJ11; 100-pin docking port; Audio out (stereo); Line in (stereo); | |
Networking | Gigabit Ethernet LAN 10/100/1000; Multinational 56K V.92 modem; WLAN 802.11 a/b/g/n Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6200; Bluetooth v2.1; 2 x security lock slots; | Gigabit Ethernet LAN 10/100/1000; Multinational 56K V.92 modem (certain configurations); WLAN 802.11 a/b/g/n (Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6200 or Atheros HB92); Bluetooth v2.1; 2 x security lock slots; |
Optical drive | Modular Dual-Layer Super-Multi DVD Writer (24x CD-ROM, 24x CD-R, 10x CD-RW, 8x DVD-ROM, 5x DVD-RAM, 8x DVD+/-R, 4x DVD+/-R(DL), 6x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+RW) | |
Battery | 6 cell 10.8V, 5800 mAh (up to 5 hours) | 6 cell 10.8V, 5800 mAh (up to 5 hours); optional 6 cell modular bay battery, rechargeable, 10.8V, 3800 mAh (up to 8 hours 15 minutes) |
Webcam | 2.0Mp integrated | |
Dimensions | 12.56” x 9.61” x 1.44/1.52” (WDH) (Active Digitizer model)
| 12.56” x 9.61” x 1.45/1.54” (WDH) (Dual Digitizer model) |
Weight | 4.59lb (Active Digitizer model) | 4.78lb (Dual Digitizer model) |
Additional features | 84-key full size, spill - resistant keyboard; Biometric fingerprint sensor; | |
Operating System | Windows 7 Professional 32bit (MUI) | Windows 7 Professional 64bit (MUI) |
Warranty | 1 year international limited warranty | Up to 3 years international limited warranty, and up to 3 years on-site repair service |
Price | Starting at $1889 | Up to ~$3400 with full hardware upgrades |
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- Fujitsu introduced the LifeBook S710 notebook - 26-03-10 15:28
- Fujitsu officially announces its LifeBook MH380 - 24-12-09 10:29
- Fujitsu's new Lifebook T900/TH900 tablet PC has appeared in an FCC report - 18-12-09 19:28
- Fujitsu's LifeBook UH900/U900 has appeared in a recent FCC document - 11-12-09 15:50
- Links:
- store.shopfujitsu.com/fpc/Ecommerce/buildseriesbean.do
- solutions.us.fujitsu.com/www/content/products/notebooks/brochures/DS_t900.pdf
- www.shopfujitsu.com/images/notebooks/t900_photogal/t900_tablet_twist_active.jpg
- www.shopfujitsu.com/images/notebooks/t900_photogal/t900_back_closed2.jpg
- www.shopfujitsu.com/images/notebooks/t900_photogal/t900_left_closed2.jpg
- www.shopfujitsu.com/images/notebooks/t900_photogal/t900_right_closed2.jpg
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