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Linux Laptops And Notebooks

A range of fully-supported laptops with GNU/Linux pre-installed, and laptop functions (hibernate, external monitor, laptop function keys, etc) set up. The no-hassle way to Linux on your laptop.


The new Thinkpads
NEW! At last the new Thinkpads are here. Tux approves!


New! ASUS Laptops

ASUS logo With entry-level Lenovo laptops in short supply we've had a good look around and chosen ASUS as a suitable replacement. ASUS have excellent build quality, competitive specifications and are a worthy alternative to the Lenovos.


IBM/Lenovo Thinkpad Linux Laptops and Notebooks

We sell four basic models of the legendary Thinkpad, all pre-built with Linux:

  • T series for power - when you want the power of desktop computing, but mobile
  • X series for portability - the favourite of hackers like Eric Raymond and Zeth Green.
  • SL series targetted at SME users (but what a nice home machine!)
  • R series for value - Thinkpad quality and toughness on a budget.

Each model is available with a variety of options: the starting point is to have the machine pre-configured with Ubuntu 9.04, then there are options for having SUSE or Fedora instead, dual-booting with Windows Vista, and the usual add-ons like extra memory, USB floppy and DVD drives, etc.

We regret that we do not accept orders for laptop computers from outside the UK.

Notes

To avoid any confusion, the prices for all our laptops include VAT at 15.0% as well as postage within the UK. The price you see is what you pay. There are no hidden extras.

Lenovo, like many other laptop manufacturers are continuously improving and changing detail specifications. Whilst we endeavour to keep the specifications on this site up-to-date and reflecting availability, at times the machine we supply may differ slightly from the details listed here, for example you may get a bigger disk or different wireless card, always set up and working with our default Ubuntu install. If you must have a particular configuration, for example a particular wireless card to run on a different Linux distribution, please check with us when you order.

Processor Speeds

We've been asked about the apparently slow clock speeds of Mobile processors. Well, it's said that 2.00Ghz on a mobile is roughly equivalent to a much higher speed, say 2.6 Ghz on a standard Pentium. I don't know about that, but remember that processor speed isn't everything. All I know is that my five year old T41, with a 1.7Ghz Mobile, runs a disk- and compute-intensive job in about 28 minutes compared with about 22 minutes on an x-Series server with 3Ghz Pentium 4 and SATA disks.

Buying by Debit or Credit Card

It is not uncommon for your bank to decline large online purchases. This is a measure to protect you. If you experience this problem while ordering a laptop from us, please telephone your bank or credit card provider to authorise the transaction, and resubmit your order.

Following a spate of credit card frauds, we will only accept credit card orders from the registered card address, for delivery to that address. If you have a genuine reason for delivery to a different address (eg to your place of work) please give us a phone call.


Lenovo Ideapad S10e Linux Black

£287.50
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Lenovo have brought their competitor to the Netbook market. This version comes with Novell SuSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 SP2.

Specifications

  • Intel Atom CPU N270 1.60GHz
  • 1GB RAM 2x512Mb
  • Screen 10.1inches
  • Graphics - Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
  • Hard Disk 80GB
  • 2 Internal Speakers
  • Realtek High Definition Audio
  • Bluetooth Version 2.1
  • 10/100 Ethernet
  • Wireless
  • Standard Multi-touch 2 button touchpad
  • Keyboard - 6 row 80 key 0.85 ISO Fullsize
  • Keyboard light
  • 3.0 Hrs
  • Battery - 3 Cell Lithium-Ion
  • RJ-45
  • 2 USB 2.0
  • Headphone Line out
  • Weight - 1.3Kg
  • Travel weight - 1.17Kgs
  • One year parts and labour RTB warranty
  • Novell Linux SLED 10

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Asus EeePC 1000 Laptop (40Gb)

£373.75
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In the latest and greatest incarnation of the eeePC, ASUS have taken an Intel Atom processor, a 40Gb solid state disk and packaged them with a 10inch screen and the nicely-setup ASUS Xandros operating system.

Geek Alert: it's really easy to change the configuration of the EeePC to provide a full KDE desktop, and we provide a few notes to help you do this. The solid state disk filing system is set up in a Union file system, with the main system being read only, and user data being stored in a read-write partition. There is a Factory Restore option which will wipe the read-write part and restore the system to its original state: Just right if you're experimenting.

Please note: this is the 40GB solid state storage Linux version

Unlike some other vendors, the price you see is the price you pay. There are no hidden extras, VAT and delivery are included, there is no hidden extra for payment by credit card.

  • Intel® Atom 1.6GHz processor
  • 1Gb RAM
  • 40 Gb SSD (solid state disk)
  • 10" 1024x600 TFT screen
  • 1.3 megapixel webcam
  • Intel GMA x3100 graphics controller
  • gigabit Ethernet
  • Ralink RT2790 802.11 b/g/n wifi
  • Bluetooth
  • Intel ICH6 audio
  • Stereo speakers and microphone
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports
  • External monitor port
  • SD/SDHC card slot
  • Weight 1.33 kg
  • Two year limited warranty
  • Linux pre-loaded, including
    • OpenOffice.org office suite
    • Internet tools including Firefox browser, mail, IM, Skype
    • Entertainment applications, including media player and games
    • Learning tools for Science, Languages, maths, etc
  • Delivery included
  • Special Offer: 1 year Linux Emporium email Linux support


Asus EeePC 901 Laptop (20Gb)

£292.64

Asus have taken the EEE PC and improved the specification by enlarging the screen and increasing the storage capacity. A truly portable laptop with full functionality. It is pre-loaded with a customised version of Xandros, with a very neat 'Easy' interface making it really simple to use. It's capable of running several applications at once, for example word processing, browser and pdf reader.

Geek Alert: it's really easy to change the configuration of the EeePC to provide a full KDE desktop, and we provide a few notes to help you do this. The solid state disk filing system is set up in a Union file system, with the main system being read only, and user data being stored in a read-write partition. There is a Factory Restore option which will wipe the read-write part and restore the system to its original state: Just right if you're experimenting.

Please note: this is the 20GB storage Linux version

Unlike other vendors. The price you see is the price you pay. There are no hidden extras, VAT and delivery are included, there are no hidden extra credit card charges.

  • Intel® Atom processor
  • 1Gb RAM
  • 20 Gb SSD (solid state disk)
  • 8.9" 1024x600 TFT screen with webcam
  • Intel express graphics controller
  • Atheros 100Mbit Ethernet
  • Atheros AR5007EG 802.11 b/g wifi
  • Intel ICH6 audio
  • Stereo speakers and microphone
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports
  • External monitor port
  • SSD card slot
  • Weight 0.92 kg
  • Two years collect and return warranty
  • Linux pre-loaded, including
    • OpenOffice.org office suite
    • Internet tools including Firefox browser, mail, IM, Skype
    • Entertainment applications, including media player and games
    • Learning tools for Science, Languages, maths, etc
  • Delivery included
  • Special offer: six months Linux Emporium email Linux support


Asus EeePC Laptop (4Gb)

£225.06
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We now have the 4GB EEE PC back in stock.

This is the black model with the better keyboard. Want to know more... Just ask...

This little gem is a masterpiece: Asus have got the specification just right and produced a truly portable laptop with full functionality. It is pre-loaded with a customised version of Xandros, with a very neat 'Easy' interface making it really easy to use. It's capable of running three or four applications at once, for example word processing, browser and pdf reader.

Geek Alert: it's really easy to change the configuration of the EeePC to provide a full KDE desktop, and we provide a few notes to help you do this. The solid state disk filing system is set up in a Union file system, with the main system being read only, and user data being stored in a read-write partition. There is a Factory Restore option which will wipe the read-write part and restore the system to its original state: Just right if you're experimenting.

Please note: the EeePC we are stocking is the 4GB storage version: some EeePC's available elsewhere may have the 2Gb solid state disk: make sure that what you are getting is clear.

  • Intel® Celeron Mobile processor
  • 512Mb RAM
  • 4 Gb SSD (solid state disk)
  • 7" TFT screen (800x480)with webcam
  • Intel 915GM express graphics controller
  • Atheros 100Mbit Ethernet
  • Atheros AR5007EG 802.11 b/g wifi
  • Intel ICH6 audio
  • Stereo speakers and microphone
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports
  • External monitor port
  • SSD card slot
  • Weight 0.92 kg
  • One year limited warranty
  • Linux pre-loaded, including
    • OpenOffice.org office suite
    • Internet tools including Firefox browser, mail, IM, Skype
    • Entertainment applications, including media player and games
    • Learning tools for Science, Languages, maths, etc
  • Delivery included


Asus X58LE Laptop

£560.05

New!

Once again Asus have produced a really strong laptop at a terrific price.

Unlike other vendors. The price you see is the price you pay. There are no hidden extras, VAT and delivery are included, Linux is pre-installed and software installation and hardware are tested fully. There are no hidden extra credit card charges.

  • Intel® Dual Core T4200 2.0GHz processor
  • 3Gb RAM (1x2048, 1x1024) (3Gb max)
  • Huge 5400RPM 250Gb SATA hard disk
  • 15.6" 16:1 Golden Aspect Ratio High definition TFT 1366X768 Colour Shine screen
  • Intel X3100 graphics controller
  • DVD RW drive
  • 100Mbit/1 Gbit Realtek Ethernet
  • Wireless
  • Intel Azalia audio
  • Stereo speakers
  • 4 USB 2.0 ports
  • CardBus (PCMCIA) slot
  • External monitor port
  • Card reader (SD, MMC, memory stick)
  • Weight 2.88 kg
  • One year warranty
  • Ubuntu 9.04 64 bit fully installed and ready to run
  • Delivery included
  • Special offer: six months Linux Emporium email Linux support
  • The price you see is the price you pay : no hidden extras


Thinkpad N500-1 Linux Laptop

£457.70

With options on disk drive capacity, processor speed and installed RAM there is now an N500 which is sure to suit your needs.

Entry level is such a meaningless term these days! This is our entry level N500 for the budget conscious. Leaps in processor technology mean this is a very capable machine masses of bang for your buck.

  • Intel T3400 Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz Processor
  • Broadcom Wireless 802.11 a/b/g
  • 3 Gb RAM (1x2 GB 1x1 Gb)
  • 250 Gb hard drive
  • CD-RW/DVD Recordable (dual layer)
  • 15.41" TFT (1280x800 widescreen) with webcam
  • Intel GMA4500 graphics
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 4 USB 2.0 ports
  • 1x PCI Express Card Slot
  • 4-in-1 multi-media card reader
  • Weight 2.7 kg
  • One year carry-in warranty (battery one year)
  • Installed Ubuntu 9.04
  • Delivery included


Thinkpad N500-2 Linux Laptop

£474.95

With options on disk drive capacity, processor speed and installed RAM there is now an N500 which is sure to suit your needs.

Increased RAM and disk space make this machine more suitable fro running virtual machines, or just storing and processing videos etc.

  • Intel T3400 Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz Processor
  • Intel 5100AGN Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n (draft)
  • 4 Gb RAM (2x2 GB)
  • 320 Gb hard drive
  • CD-RW/DVD Recordable (dual layer)
  • 15.41" TFT (1280x800 widescreen) with webcam
  • Intel GMA4500 graphics
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 4 USB 2.0 ports
  • 1x PCI Express Card Slot
  • 4-in-1 multi-media card reader
  • Weight 2.7 kg
  • One year carry-in warranty (battery one year)
  • Installed Ubuntu 9.04
  • Delivery included


Thinkpad N500-3 Linux Laptop

£495.64

With options on disk drive capacity, processor speed and installed RAM there is now an N500 which is sure to suit your needs.

If Dual core processors are what you need, then this is the machine for you.

  • Intel T4200 Dual Core 2.0 GHz Processor
  • Broadcom Wireless 802.11 a/b/g
  • 3 Gb RAM (1x2 Gb, 1x1 Gb)
  • 320 Gb hard drive
  • CD-RW/DVD Recordable (dual layer)
  • 15.41" TFT (1280x800 widescreen) with webcam
  • Intel GMA4500 graphics
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 4 USB 2.0 ports
  • 1x PCI Express Card Slot
  • 4-in-1 multi-media card reader
  • Weight 2.7 kg
  • One year carry-in warranty (battery one year)
  • Installed Ubuntu 9.04
  • Delivery included


Thinkpad N500-5 Linux Laptop

£544.50
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The N500 is a small business laptop, with Lenovo quality offering plenty of bangs for your buck.

CPU intensive jobs will complete quickly thanks to the Core 2 processor, masses of RAM to enable many windows to remain open and enough disk space to store over 80 hours of DVD quality video footage. Not only is this machine capable of just about any job you could put it to, it will get the job done quickly!

  • Intel T6400 Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz Processor
  • Broadcom Wireless 802.11 a/b/g
  • 3 Gb RAM (1x2 GB 1x1 Gb)
  • 320 Gb hard drive
  • CD-RW/DVD Recordable (dual layer)
  • 15.41" TFT (1280x800 widescreen) with webcam
  • Intel GMA4500 graphics
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 4 USB 2.0 ports
  • 1x PCI Express Card Slot
  • 4-in-1 multi-media card reader
  • Weight 2.7 kg
  • One year carry-in warranty (battery one year)
  • Installed Ubuntu 9.04
  • Delivery included


Thinkpad T500.3 Linux Laptop

£1174.13

This T500 is powerful, well priced and a fantastic desktop replacement.

  • Intel P8600 Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz Processor
  • Intel 5100AGN Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n (draft)
  • 2 GB RAM (1x2GB)
  • 250 GB hard drive
  • CD-RW/DVD Recordable (dual layer)
  • 15.41" TFT (1280x800 widescreen)
  • Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports
  • 1xCardBus Type I/II A; 1xExpressCard 54
  • Bluetooth
  • IEEE 1394 Firewire
  • 3G enabled, with Vodafone 3G trial, SIM card included
  • Docking port
  • Weight 2.63 kg
  • Three years carry-in warranty (battery one year)
  • Installed Ubuntu 8.10
  • Delivery included


Thinkpad X200.2 Laptop

£1252.77
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The favourite of mobile warriors, this X series machine has a faster processor and larger disk drive.

  • Intel Core2 Duo P8600 2.4 Ghz processor
  • Intel 5300AGN Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n (draft)
  • 2 Gb RAM (1x2Gb)
  • 320 Gb hard drive
  • 12.1" XGA TFT (1280x800) with webcam
  • Intel GMA 4500MHD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports (on notebook)
  • 5-in-1 multi-media card reader
  • IEEE 1394 Firewire
  • Travel weight 1.1 kg
  • Three year carry-in warranty (battery one year)
  • Installed Ubuntu 8.10
  • Delivery included


Thinkpad X200 Ultrabase Dock

£292.10

This X200 Ultrabase X-6 docking station comes with a DVD drive.

  • DVD-Recordable (only when docked)
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 4 USB 2.0 ports
  • Microphone Input socket, 3.5 mm
  • Display / video - 20 pin DisplayPort
  • Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45
  • Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
  • Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub
  • Travel weight 0.7 kg
  • Three year carry-in warranty
  • Delivery included


Thinkpad X200.3 Laptop with Ultrabase Dock

£1552.50

The favourite of mobile warriors, this X series comes complete with Ultrabase docking station with DVD Drive.

  • Intel Core2 Duo P8700 2.53 Ghz processor
  • Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n (draft)
  • 2 GB RAM (1x2GB)
  • 320 GB hard drive
  • Complete with Ultrabase X-6 docking station
  • DVD-Recordable (only when docked)
  • 12.1" XGA TFT (1280x800)
  • Intel GMA 4500MHD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports (on notebook), 4 on dock
  • multi-media card reader
  • IEEE 1394 Firewire
  • Travel weight 1.1 kg, Ultrabase dock 0.7 kg
  • Three year carry-in warranty (battery one year)
  • Installed Ubuntu 9.04
  • Delivery included


Thinkpad X200S Laptop

£1552.50

The favourite of mobile warriors, this X series comes complete with Ultrabase docking station with DVD Drive.

  • Intel Core2 Duo SL9400 1.86 Ghz processor
  • Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n (draft)
  • 2 GB RAM (1x2GB)
  • 250 GB hard drive
  • 12.1" XGA TFT (1280x800)
  • Intel GMA 4500MHD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports (on notebook), 4 on dock
  • multi-media card reader
  • IEEE 1394 Firewire
  • Travel weight 1.1 kg, Ultrabase dock 0.7 kg
  • Three year carry-in warranty (battery one year)
  • Installed Ubuntu 9.04
  • Delivery included


Thinkpad Extras

Listed below are some of the optional extras available to go with your Thinkpad. A variety of other options is available, including extended and on-site warranties, docking stations, etc. Please ring for details.



1 Gb PC2-5300 memory

£49.20

Adding more memory is one of the least expensive ways to help boost overall system performance and allows more multitasking which saves time and hassle. This option is PC2-5300 DDR2 memory and is required for the X60s, X61s, T60 and Lenovo 3000/N100/N200 laptop ranges. It is OK for use in the Lenovo 3000/C100, Thinkpad T43, Z60m and X41 models as well. It is available also in 512 Mb and 2Gb sizes - please ask for a price if you want a different size.



2 Gb PC2-5300 memory

£99.31
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This is PC2-5300 DDR2 memory for the X61s, T60 and Lenovo 3000/N200 laptop ranges. It is available in 512 Mb and 1Gb sizes also.



512 Mb PC2-5300 memory

£26.46
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This option is PC2-5300 DDR2 memory and is required for the X60s, T60 and Lenovo 3000/N100/N200 laptop ranges. It is OK for use in the Lenovo 3000/C100, Thinkpad T43, Z60m and X41 models as well. It is available in 512Mb and 2Gb sizes also.



SuSE 11 instead of Ubuntu

£43.06

Please note that we provide a default install of the SUSE 11 boxed set, with no customisation. This will result in a very nice system on most Thinkpads (most of the SUSE developers use Thinkpads themselves). On a Lenovo 3000 you will find that some of the specialist laptop functions (eg hibernate function key) are not operational although the install is in all other ways perfectly satisfactory. Please call us if you have any queries.



Dual boot Windows Vista as well as Linux

£57.50

Some machines may have an options XP downgrade



Expander Carry Case

£45.51
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The ThinkPad Carrying Case - Expander model provides notebook protection with flexible expansion at a great value. It features a clam shell design made of durable, lightweight water-resistant nylon. The Expander model can handle more than just your ThinkPad. Its expanding compartment is spacious enough to support a portable projector, printer, or even a second notebook. Or, you could use the expanding compartment for a few overnight items when traveling.



Notebook Optical Mouse

£9.78
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Do you hate the trackpoint pointers or touchpads used for the mouse function on most laptops? If you do, then you'll want this notebook optical mouse whose small form factor makes it ideal for travel. Thanks to the optical design it is practically maintenance free and is ideal for use on any surface with optical texture.

Features:

  • 800 dpi Optical Technology gives precision tracking on any optically-textured surface, including a wall, your leg, or a wooden board.
  • Embedded optical sensor requires no cleaning, unlike a traditional mouse with a rubber-ball mechanism.
  • Small enough to fit into most laptop outfits.
  • Big enough to offer comfortable and precise control.
  • Ergonomic Styling - symmetrical hand grip ideal for left- and right-handers
  • 3 Buttons, with rubberised, non slip Scroll Wheel
  • USB connection.
  • Available in funky colours to brighten your day, available colours vary - so keep looking


PCMCIA 56K hardware modem

£35.23
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From time to time you might need to revert to dial up on your laptop. If you do, this neat little PCMCIA modem is just what you need. Unlike built in winmodems using the linuxant driver, this one is a 'proper' modem, isn't speed restricted and won't stop working after a kernel upgrade.



Targus Carry Case and Optical Mouse

£19.52
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This neat Targus carry case will accommodate up to 15.4" laptops and comes bundled with an optical mouse. Features include:

  • Front Accessory Pocket
  • Reinforced Handle and durable Shoulder Strap
  • Dual-Pull, Self-Healing Nylon Zips
  • Business Card Holder
  • Pockets for multimedia disks.
  • Notebook compartment dimensions: 330x300x50mm
  • External dimensions: 410x340x100 mm
  • Weight: 830 gm


Thinkpad USB CD-RW/DVD Combo drive

£131.10
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A "must have" for ThinkPad X Series notebook users. The ThinkPlus USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II Drive reads from CD and DVD media and writes to CD media. No external power adapter is required for read/write operations when the drive is connected to a single USB 2.0 port on ThinkPad notebooks. This slim and lightweight drive allows users to install or run software, listen to music or watch DVD movies. It is also perfect for storing data and sharing information with others.



Thinkpad X60/X61 8 cell High Capacity Battery

£112.50
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Stay unplugged longer. This 8 cell battery has a higher capacity than the standard battery. It has an extended section on the back edge to hold extra cells and fits in the standard ThinkPad X60/X61 Series system battery slot. It can remain in the system when the system is connected to the ThinkPad X6 UltraBase.



Thinkpad warranty. Upgrade to On Site Next Business Day 9x5

£67.85

For total peace of mind. Upgrade the warranty on your Thinkpad to Next Business Day 9X5.



USB portable diskette drive

£48.30
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This super-slim, lightweight, sturdy, and attractive USB-attached diskette drive takes its power requirements from the USB port. No external power adapter is required making this diskette drive fully mobile.



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