**HOT** IBM ThinkPad A21p PIII850MHz/128MB/32G/DVD for $1619

[BigBlueEdge]

It was bad enough when you were spamming under just one name.

AnandTech Moderator

 

[RossMAN]

Here's a pretty complete list of specs I found based on the model # listed on the eBay auction:

Manufacturer Part # 2629HWU
Manufacturer IBM
System: Type Portable Computer
System: Form Factor Notebook
System: BIOS FLASH
System: Bus Speed(s) 100 MHz
Processor: Installed Brand Intel
Processor: Class Intel Pentium III
Processor: Speed (MHz) 850 MHz
Processor: Max Upgrade Supported (MHz) Not Upgradable
Processor: Brands Supported Intel
Processor: Max Number Supported Single Processor
Processor: Socket Type/Chipset Pin Grid Array (PGA) Socket
Memory: Installed Amount 128 MB
Memory: Max Amount Supported 512 MB
Memory: Type/Style Installed/Supported SDRAM
Memory: Number of Pins 144 pin
Memory: Number of Sockets (2) Vendor Specific
Memory: Speed 100 MHz SDRAM
Memory: Must Be Added In Singles
Cache: Installed Amount 256 KB
Cache: Max Amount 256 KB
Hard Drive: Type Interface EIDE
Hard Drive: Formatted Capacity 32 GB
Other Storage 8X DVD-ROM
Other Storage 1.44 MB Floppy Drive
Device Controller: Type Included Integrated
Device Controller: Type Included EIDE
Device Controller: Bus Type PCI
Device Controller: Bus Type Integrated
Device Controller: Cable Included Yes
Communication: Fax/Modem Data/Fax 56/14.4 Kbps
Communication: Network Fast-Ethernet 10/100BaseTX-RJ45
Keyboard 85 Key Integrated Keyboard
Pointing Device Integrated TrackPoint
Video Card: Bus Type AGPX2
Video Card: Manufacturer/Chipset ATI Rage Mobility 128
Video Card: Max Standard/Max Resolution 1600 x 1200
Video Card: Memory Amount Included 16 MB
Video Card: Max Memory Supported Not Upgradeable
Video Card: Memory Type SDRAM
Video Card: Features 16.7 Million Colors
Video Card: Features 2D/3D Graphics Accelerations
Video Card: Features Zoomed Video (ZV) Port
Notebook Display: Type Screen Active TFT Matrix
Notebook Display: Type Screen Color
Notebook Display: Type Screen 15in Diagonal
Notebook Display: Max Resolution 1600 x 1200
Monitor Included No
Built-in Audio Features Built-in 16-bit Stereo Audio
Built-in Audio Features Sound Blaster or Compatible
Built-in Audio Features 3D Stereo Audio
Built-in Audio Features Line In
Built-in Audio Features Microphone
Built-in Audio Features Volume Control
Built-in Audio Features Stereo Audio Jack
Built-in Audio Features Headphone Jack
Built-in Audio Features Built-in Speakers
Software: Operating System Windows 2000
Software: Application/Utility Lotus SmartSuite Millenium
Software: Application/Utility ConfigSafe
Software: Application/Utility PC-Doctor
Software: Application/Utility IBM Update Connector
Software: Application/Utility Access ThinkPad II
Software: Application/Utility ThinkPad Assistant
Software: Application/Utility Additional Titles
Software: Application/Utility Utilities
Software: Application/Utility Video Wave III
Software: Application/Utility Mediamatics DVD Express Software Decoder
Power: Voltage Requirements Universal 120/240 VAC
Power: Consumption (Watts) AC Adapter
Power: Portable Features AC Adapter
Power: Portable Features Li-lon Battery
Ports: Serial (1) Infrared 16550 UART
Ports: Parallel (1) ECP/EPP
Ports: Keyboard PS/2 Style (6-Pin Mini DIN) Port
Ports: Pointing Device PS/2 Style (6-Pin Mini DIN) Port
Ports: Other Docking Connector
Ports: Other RJ-11 Telephone Jack
Ports: Other RJ-45 Connector
Ports: Other (2) USB
Bus Slot 1: Interface Type PC Card Type III
Bus Slot 1: Interface Type CardBus
Bus Slot 1: Number Available 1
Bus Slot 2: Interface Type
Bus Slot 2: Number Available
Bus Slot 3: Interface Type
Bus Slot 3: Number Available
Bus Slot 4: Interface Type
Drive Bays: Internal Available (Hidden)
Drive Bays: External Available (Exposed)
Compliances/Certifications BCIQ CNS13438 Class A (Taiwan)
Compliances/Certifications IEC 950
Compliances/Certifications CISPR22 1993 Class B
Compliances/Certifications UL 1950
Compliances/Certifications SASO
Compliances/Certifications CSA C22.2 No. 950 (Canada)
Compliances/Certifications VCCI Class B
Compliances/Certifications ACA
Compliances/Certifications RFS449
Compliances/Certifications NOM (Mexico)
Compliances/Certifications MPR II
Compliances/Certifications CE Mark
Compliances/Certifications JATE
Compliances/Certifications China (CCIB)
Compliances/Certifications FCC Part 15
Country Assembled In
Included Accessories
Optional Accessories
Misc Features Mini-PCI Communications Bay
Misc Features Advanced Power Management Support
Misc Features Battery Powered Status Display
Misc Features Hibernation Mode
Misc Features Standby Mode
Misc Features Suspend Mode
Misc Features Suspend/Resume

 

[alohaboy]

<< Why are they unloading them like this? Must have had a bunch of corporate orders cancelled or something?? >>


inventory write off?

 

[rootaxs]

Thanks BBE!

Darn, i wonder if they do price matching or something. That's at least $200 cheaper than what i got (w/ tax and shipping factored in) last week plus it has ethernet built-in + Win2k.

IBMAuctions, are you there? Is there some sort of price guarantees on stuff like this?

 

[Wyck]

<< Another awesome deal on a ThinkPad! Wish I could afford one right now. This is even several hundred $$ less than the one that was posted last week, and the system is better (has the ethernet combo card and come with Win2K instead of Win98). Why are they unloading them like this? Must have had a bunch of corporate orders cancelled or something?? >>


You may be right on... I work at a major corporation that has canceled a large amount of orders for that exact model (as well as several others).

 

[Capstone20]

if you're there..

IBMAuctions , do you sell your products on another website, other than
through ebay?

 

[Lost Pup]

Thanks For a great deal.
I just picked up a Model # 2629HSU Thinkpad.
Pentium III 850MHz,
128MB,
32GB,
8xDVD,
56K,
10/100ETH,
15inch TFT(1600X1200),
Win98SE.

$1624.00
$40.00 Overnight Shipping
$116.48 Tax
1780.48 Total

A few tips for fellow buyers:
Use the Model # listed in the auction for info from IBM.
Goto IBM Support For Thinkpads
On The left hand lower side it has a &quot;Quick Path&quot; box.
Enter the model # from the Ebay Auction Description Box &quot; not from the auction title line.
Example my auction title listed a P3 700 but the model # 2629HSU shows as a P3 850.
I use the above link to get the specs for that model#(2629HSU).

An IBM email comes to the bidder after the auction with a phone # to call.
The CSR confirmed the better specs above after I told him the title of the auction listed different specs.

I will update when the unit arrives.
Check those model #'s.


Shipping Update
Just got a call from IBM @ 6:00 pm. They quoted the wrong shipping charge. Added $32.00 to the $40.00.
Since the order was delayed till I agreed to the charge they agreed to credit the shipping back to ground cost if I do not receive the unit by friday. We shall see.

 

[Lost Pup]

Quick Update:
They added a few more of the Win2k units.
2629HWU models.
Link to Auction
FYI

 

[GiveMeDeals]

OMG it's gone already!!!!

 

[BigBlueEdge]

Yeah, it's such a great deal that it doesn't last long. You tell two friends and they tell two friends, ... and pretty soon everyone needing a new laptop has got a kick-a$$ deal! Sweet!

I went for it and got the A21p (PIII-850, 128MB, 32GB, 15&quot; 1600x1200, Win2K, modem+ethernet combo, DVD) for $1619. However, they wouldn't let me do the GPS deal that was mentioned in last weeks A21p thread. Bummer! Oh well, I didn't really NEED a GPS, so it's no big deal. I did pick up a 256MB SO-DIMM from Dell for $87 shipped though.

 

[creation]

How do the A series compare with the T series, anyone?

 

[Murse]

I used both the A series and T series at my last job

A Series has:
Floppy built in
Another port for removable optical drive (The T has one &quot;Ultrabay&quot; where you can swap out either the floppy or the optical drive, but you can't run both at the same time).
15&quot; max screen (vs. 14.1&quot; for the T)
bigger overall than the T: thicker and wider when closed (the overall shadow is bigger than the T) This is due in part because the speakers are on the top of the A, above the keyboard. In the T, the are down, in front.
Heavier than the T by about 2lbs. The A is more of a desktop replacement, while the T is lighter and more portable. If you want to carry one of these with you frequently, the T is way to go...but it will cost you more.

Oh, and the T has a cool, rubberized kind of finish to it, it's not shiny, slippery plastic; it's easy to grip and hold. The A has a more traditional kind of finish: hard, shiny plastic.

 

[rootaxs]

<< Oh, and the T has a cool, rubberized kind of finish to it, it's not shiny, slippery plastic; it's easy to grip and hold. The A has a more traditional kind of finish: hard, shiny plastic. >>



If it helps any, the A21P Series also has that &quot;rubberized&quot; finish to it on the top cover as it's also Titanium composite. The other A21's (e/m) don't.

By the way, BigBlueEdge can you post a linky to that memory module? I'm thinking of getting one too. Thanks.

 

[BigBlueEdge]

Here is the link:

Link to 256MB Kingston memory at Dell

The price will show as $104 until you add it to your cart, then the 20% off will be reflected. If you buy over $100 of stuff then shipping is free too!

I was referred to this item by another ThinkPad user, so that's the only confirmation I have that this memory works in an A21p. I've got my fingers crossed.

 

[finkl]

If you have to choose between A and T-series and the sticker price does not matter, you should definitely go with a T. A-series laptops are made by Acer, and is known to be much less reliable than T-series. Corporate technical support groups do not usually recommend A-series laptops for that reason. I had a chance to experience both because I own an A20m (PIII 700) at home and my company provided me with a T22 (PIII 850). I found that T22 is a much better system in almost every aspect. But this is a great deal, and A-series is not bad at all (especially A2XP). You cannot go wrong with an A21P at $1,700!

 

[rootaxs]

Thanks BigBlueEdge!
Hope it works!

 

[rootaxs]

I beg to disagree. It's the i-Series that's made by Acer. T,X and A series are definitely IBM.

As for choices, depends on how you use it. I love the T for being so light, moreso with the X but would definitely go with the A21p (at least) due to it's bigger screen and better graphics (i'm a designer by trade).

 

[Wolverine88]

Oops, too late to get one! All gone!

 

[IBMAuctions]

http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&amp;item=1250442104

Priced to move.

- IBM Auctions

 

[darkshadow1]

IBMAuctions, what is the standard warranty on the laptops on the ebay store? Is it the regular 1-year warranty? I could buy an extended 3-year if I opted, like any other thinkpad, right? Thanks!

 

[BigBlueEdge]

From what I can figure out about the 'buy it now' auctions of new IBM hardware, they have the standard machine warranty on them. For the A21p units in question, that means a 3-year warranty on the entire unit except for the battery, which is 1 year.

But I'm not IBM, so this may be wrong.

 

[RossMAN]

Ugh I wish you people would STOP tempting me ... the T20 for $1309 is so tempting, is it only P3/700 or are there any faster ones?

What's the battery life like on a fully charged T20?

 

[BigBlueEdge]

Keep watching eBay daily - IBM is dumping lots of these units lately. They seem to start up 'Buy it Now' auctions each day and end them within a few hours to a day or so, regardless of how many units are listed. If you're looking for a certain combination you could check completed auctions (for the auctions.ibm.com user ID) and see what they've been offering and then wait a few days until they offer it again. The best values seem to be the T20 mentioned in another thread, the A21p from this one, and another A21 series that had less disk and lower resolution, but several hundred cheaper.

 

[Wolverine88]

Just got one at http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&amp;item=1250838521.

But the problem there is no field to allow me input the credit card info. SO I got an email to say I will pay it by check. Any 1-800-number to allow me give IBM the cc info? Thanks.

 

[Frglss]

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