Neowin Giveaway: Lenovo A70Z - Winner Selected

[Razorwing]

Lenovo TopSeller ThinkCentre A70z AIO Core 2 Duo E7500 2.93GHz 4GB 320GB DVDRW 19"WXGA+ bgn GNIC W7P64

Audio

Audio Output Type Sound card

General

Chassis Form Factor All-in-one

Color Business Black

Weight 17.600 lb(s)

Memory

RAM (installed) 4 GB

RAM (max) 4 GB

RAM Technology DDR3 SDRAM

Cache Memory (installed) 3 MB

Operating System

OS Provided Windows 7 Professional 64-bit

Optical Drive Information

CD/DVD Type DVD?RW

Processor

Chipset Type Intel G41 Express

Data Bus Speed 1066 MHz

# Processors Installed 1

# Processors Supported 1

Processor Manufacturer Intel

Processor Model Number E7500

Processor Speed 2.93 GHz

Processor Type Intel Core 2 Duo

Protocols

Networking Protocol IEEE 802.11n (draft)

Networking Protocol IEEE 802.11g

Networking Protocol IEEE 802.11b

Networking Protocol Gigabit Ethernet

Networking Protocol Fast Ethernet

Networking Protocol Ethernet

Standards

Compliant Standards Energy Star 5.0

Compliant Standards RoHS

Storage

Hard Drive Capacity 320 GB

Hard Drive Interface SATA 3.0 Gbps

Spindle Speed 7200 rpm

Video

Video Card Intel GMA X4500

Display Size 19 in

External Resolution (max) 1440 x 900

Actual Weight 17.60 lb(s)

Compatibility Notes Widescreen features:

(1440x900) TFT color, anti-glare, CCFL backlight, 300 nits, 16:10 aspect ratio, 1000:1 contrast ratio

Camera on top of screen, 1.3-megapixel, fixed focus, integrated microphone (mono), LED indicator

Contents System unit, USB Preferred PRO Keyboard, USB Optical Wheel Mouse, software, documentation

Memory Notes 4GB PC3-8500 DDR3 1066MHz SDRAM, maximum. There are two memory slots, both are occupied by a 2GB module.

NOTE: For systems configured with more than 3GB of memory and a 32-bit operating system, all memory may not be available due to system resource requirements. Addressing memory above 4GB requires a 64-bit operating system.

Video Memory: Because the graphics controller allocates system memory for graphics use, some applications may display a lower amount of available RAM than is installed.

O/S Notes Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64-bit edition is custom installed.

Physical Dimensions 14"h x 18.6"w x 2.9"d

Ports/Connectors Expansion slots: (1) Mini PCI Express

Expansion bays: (1) Slim (.5"h) external, (1) 3.5" internal

I/O:

(6) USB 2.0 (three side)

(1) Serial (side)

(1) RJ-45 Ethernet (side)

(1) Microphone

(1) Headphones

Power Notes Power supply: 130W, autosensing, 85%

Returns Policy This product is subject to our return policy. Please see our complete return policy for details.

Warranty - Labor 3 Years

Warranty - Parts 3 Years

[ferari12]

My favorite feature is: "Requires about a third the space of a standard desktop." I live in a dorm room and desk-space is at a premium . The "19" displays with desk, table or wall mounting options" is also a valuable asset.

[Rudy]

Lenovo TopSeller ThinkCentre A70z AIO Core 2 Duo E7500 2.93GHz 4GB 320GB DVDRW 19"WXGA+ bgn GNIC W7P64

Audio

Audio Output Type Sound card

General

Chassis Form Factor All-in-one

Color Business Black

Weight 17.600 lb(s)

Memory

RAM (installed) 4 GB

RAM Technology DDR3 SDRAM

Cache Memory (installed) 3 MB

Operating System

OS Provided Windows 7 Professional 64-bit

Optical Drive Information

CD/DVD Type DVD?RW

Processor

Chipset Type Intel G41 Express

Data Bus Speed 1066 MHz

# Processors Installed 1

# Processors Supported 1

Processor Manufacturer Intel

Processor Model Number E7500

Processor Speed 2.93 GHz

Processor Type Intel Core 2 Duo

Standards

Hard Drive Capacity 320 GB

Hard Drive Interface SATA 3.0 Gbps

Spindle Speed 7200 rpm

Video Card Intel GMA X4500

Display Size 19 in

External Resolution (max) 1440 x 900

Camera on top of screen, 1.3-megapixel, fixed focus, integrated microphone (mono), LED indicator

Contents System unit, USB Preferred PRO Keyboard, USB Optical Wheel Mouse, software, documentation

Memory Notes 4GB PC3-8500 DDR3 1066MHz SDRAM, maximum. There are two memory slots, both are occupied by a 2GB module.

Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64-bit edition is custom installed.

Physical Dimensions 14"h x 18.6"w x 2.9"d

Ports/Connectors Expansion slots: (1) Mini PCI Express

Expansion bays: (1) Slim (.5"h) external, (1) 3.5" internal

I/O:

(6) USB 2.0 (three side)

(1) Serial (side)

(1) RJ-45 Ethernet (side)

(1) Microphone

(1) Headphones

Power Notes Power supply: 130W, autosensing, 85%

Returns Policy This product is subject to our return policy. Please see our complete return policy for details.

Warranty - Labor 3 Years

Warranty - Parts 3 Years

[+Jester124 Subscriber²]

Lenovo TopSeller ThinkCentre A70z AIO Core 2 Duo E7500 2.93GHz 4GB 320GB DVDRW 19"WXGA+ bgn GNIC W7P64

Audio

Audio Output Type Sound card

General

Chassis Form Factor All-in-one

Color Business Black

Weight 17.600 lb(s)

Memory

RAM (installed) 4 GB

RAM (max) 4 GB

RAM Technology DDR3 SDRAM

Cache Memory (installed) 3 MB

Operating System

OS Provided Windows 7 Professional 64-bit

Optical Drive Information

CD/DVD Type DVD?RW

Processor

Chipset Type Intel G41 Express

Data Bus Speed 1066 MHz

# Processors Installed 1

# Processors Supported 1

Processor Manufacturer Intel

Processor Model Number E7500

Processor Speed 2.93 GHz

Processor Type Intel Core 2 Duo

Protocols

Networking Protocol IEEE 802.11n (draft)

Networking Protocol IEEE 802.11g

Networking Protocol IEEE 802.11b

Networking Protocol Gigabit Ethernet

Networking Protocol Fast Ethernet

Networking Protocol Ethernet

Standards

Compliant Standards Energy Star 5.0

Compliant Standards RoHS

Storage

Hard Drive Capacity 320 GB

Hard Drive Interface SATA 3.0 Gbps

Spindle Speed 7200 rpm

Video

Video Card Intel GMA X4500

Display Size 19 in

External Resolution (max) 1440 x 900

Actual Weight 17.60 lb(s)

Compatibility Notes Widescreen features:

(1440x900) TFT color, anti-glare, CCFL backlight, 300 nits, 16:10 aspect ratio, 1000:1 contrast ratio

Camera on top of screen, 1.3-megapixel, fixed focus, integrated microphone (mono), LED indicator

Contents System unit, USB Preferred PRO Keyboard, USB Optical Wheel Mouse, software, documentation

Memory Notes 4GB PC3-8500 DDR3 1066MHz SDRAM, maximum. There are two memory slots, both are occupied by a 2GB module.

NOTE: For systems configured with more than 3GB of memory and a 32-bit operating system, all memory may not be available due to system resource requirements. Addressing memory above 4GB requires a 64-bit operating system.

Video Memory: Because the graphics controller allocates system memory for graphics use, some applications may display a lower amount of available RAM than is installed.

O/S Notes Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64-bit edition is custom installed.

Physical Dimensions 14"h x 18.6"w x 2.9"d

Ports/Connectors Expansion slots: (1) Mini PCI Express

Expansion bays: (1) Slim (.5"h) external, (1) 3.5" internal

I/O:

(6) USB 2.0 (three side)

(1) Serial (side)

(1) RJ-45 Ethernet (side)

(1) Microphone

(1) Headphones

Power Notes Power supply: 130W, autosensing, 85%

Returns Policy This product is subject to our return policy. Please see our complete return policy for details.

Warranty - Labor 3 Years

Warranty - Parts 3 Years

[Jason S. Global Moderator]

this is my favorite feature!

- High-end components for high-quality performance

:laugh:

[KZWings]

Brand ThinkCentre

Model A70z (1165A3U)

Type All-in-One PC

Processor Intel Core 2 Duo E7500 2.93GHz

Processor Main Features 64 bit Dual Core Processor

Cache Per Processor 3MB L2 Cache

Memory 2GB DDR2 800

Hard Drive 320GB SATA II 7200RPM

Optical Drive 1 Slim DVD Recordable

Graphics Intel GMA X4500

Audio Sound card - Integrated

Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet

Power Supply 130W

Monitor 19" wide LCD monitor

Keyboard Preferred Productivity Full Size Keyboard

Mouse Optical Wheel Mouse

Operating System Windows 7 Professional

Chipset Intel G41

CPU Type Core 2 Duo

Installed Qty 1

CPU FSB 1066MHz

CPU Speed E7500(2.93GHz)

L2 Cache Per CPU 6MB

CPU Socket Type LGA 775

CPU Main Features 64 bit Dual Core Processor

GPU/VPU Type Intel GMA X4500

Graphics Interface Integrated video

Memory Capacity 2GB DDR2

Memory Speed DDR2 800

Form Factor DIMM 240-pin

Memory Slot (Total) 2

HDD Capacity 320GB

HDD Interface SATA II

HDD RPM 7200rpm

Optical Drive Type DVD Super Multi

Optical Drive Spec Slim DVD Recordable

Audio Chipset Integrated

Screen Size 19"

LAN Chipset Integrated

LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps

Front USB 3

Front Audio Ports 2

PS/2 2

Rear USB 3

eSATA 1

RJ45 1 port

PCI Slots (Available/Total) One Mini PCI Express

Mouse Type USB Mouse

Keyboard Type USB Keyboard

Warranty - Labor 3 Years

Warranty - Parts 3 Years

[Hurricane Andrew]

I like this:

Space-saving, simple set up and clutter-free

[Jen Smith]

"VESA mount and three mounting options: stand, desk arm and wall (all optional and sold separately)" This sounds kind of interesting. Add a wireless remote, mount the thing on the wall and you have a mini entertainment unit.

[Shyatic]

My favorite feature is the cable management, since few companies put any thought into that. The only ones that did were Apple, and they managed to put a huge markup on their computers, and they suck.

I want a PC that does some aesthetic things with their case design and layout like Apple does, without buying an Apple because I actually want to be productive rather than look at a pretty piece of useless junk on my desk.

[PhilteR]

I like

Brilliant 19"W LCD display (16:10) is a joy to use

[MemphisNET]

'"Engineered to last Lenovo quality assurance tests show ThinkCentre has the lowest failure rates to date. A70z all-in-one PCs include the same rigid performance and reliability specifications as any other ThinkCentre PC. ""

I've been a loyal Lenovo buyer (and IBM before that) for years and I can say without reservation that these really are the best engineered and reliable PC's available. That may not be a true 'feature' of the A70Z, but it's enough to keep coming back to Lenovo over and over again. But on to the machine itself, being able to mount on an arm is of huge value to me. My gf's AIO came with a non-standard mount, which required us to buy an arm from the vendor directly, which overpriced. I won't mention the brand, but it is in the top 4 world wide.

[rishid]

All-in-one and the design is pretty neat.

[swalker]

That 19"W LCD with an actual 16:10 AR rather than the 16:9 that is becoming the norm.

[AngelFire]

Lenovo TopSeller ThinkCentre A70z AIO Core 2 Duo E7500 2.93GHz 4GB 320GB DVDRW 19"WXGA+ bgn GNIC W7P64

Audio

Audio Output Type Sound card

General

Chassis Form Factor All-in-one

Color Business Black

Weight 17.600 lb(s)

Memory

RAM (installed) 4 GB

RAM Technology DDR3 SDRAM

Cache Memory (installed) 3 MB

Operating System

OS Provided Windows 7 Professional 64-bit

Optical Drive Information

CD/DVD Type DVD?RW

Processor

Chipset Type Intel G41 Express

Data Bus Speed 1066 MHz

# Processors Installed 1

# Processors Supported 1

Processor Manufacturer Intel

Processor Model Number E7500

Processor Speed 2.93 GHz

Processor Type Intel Core 2 Duo

Standards

Hard Drive Capacity 320 GB

Hard Drive Interface SATA 3.0 Gbps

Spindle Speed 7200 rpm

Video Card Intel GMA X4500

Display Size 19 in

External Resolution (max) 1440 x 900

Camera on top of screen, 1.3-megapixel, fixed focus, integrated microphone (mono), LED indicator

Contents System unit, USB Preferred PRO Keyboard, USB Optical Wheel Mouse, software, documentation

Memory Notes 4GB PC3-8500 DDR3 1066MHz SDRAM, maximum. There are two memory slots, both are occupied by a 2GB module.

Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64-bit edition is custom installed.

Physical Dimensions 14"h x 18.6"w x 2.9"d

Ports/Connectors Expansion slots: (1) Mini PCI Express

Expansion bays: (1) Slim (.5"h) external, (1) 3.5" internal

I/O:

(6) USB 2.0 (three side)

(1) Serial (side)

(1) RJ-45 Ethernet (side)

(1) Microphone

(1) Headphones

Power Notes Power supply: 130W, autosensing, 85%

Returns Policy This product is subject to our return policy. Please see our complete return policy for details.

Warranty - Labor 3 Years

Warranty - Parts 3 Years

[Mike91267]

19" displays with desk, table or wall mounting options

[SMELTN]

Requires about a third the space of a standard desktop!

Definitely the space saving. LOVE that, but you know the tv tuner is a great feature also. This would be great to put in the kitchen for the wife and not take up a ton of room, she could get online for recipe's, check out news, or even turn on some tunes while cooking/cleaning, or she could use the tv tuner card to watch her favorite soaps, etc.

Would love to give this to my wife!!!

[Dysphoria]

My favorite feature:

Energy-efficient design

A70z requires a third of the space as standard PCs, run quieter, cooler and consume less energy. They also require less packaging and reduce impact on the environment from manufacturing, to your desk and post-lifecycle.

[junk2011]

19" displays

[switch6]

The best feature is it's space-saving form factor. That means less wires causing havok for me on my small desk at work, and possibly a gain in space! Another feature is that it's an all-in-one, and has a grip handle for carrying it around from time to time. That's a nice touch.

[toocool643]

Brilliant 19"W LCD display (16:10) is a joy to use

[Chadsxe]

Lenovo TopSeller ThinkCentre A70z AIO Core 2 Duo E7500 2.93GHz 4GB 320GB DVDRW 19"WXGA+ bgn GNIC W7P64

Audio

Audio Output Type Sound card

General

Chassis Form Factor All-in-one

Color Business Black

Weight 17.600 lb(s)

Memory

RAM (installed) 4 GB

RAM Technology DDR3 SDRAM

Cache Memory (installed) 3 MB

Operating System

OS Provided Windows 7 Professional 64-bit

Optical Drive Information

CD/DVD Type DVD?RW

Processor

Chipset Type Intel G41 Express

Data Bus Speed 1066 MHz

# Processors Installed 1

# Processors Supported 1

Processor Manufacturer Intel

Processor Model Number E7500

Processor Speed 2.93 GHz

Processor Type Intel Core 2 Duo

Standards

Hard Drive Capacity 320 GB

Hard Drive Interface SATA 3.0 Gbps

Spindle Speed 7200 rpm

Video Card Intel GMA X4500

Display Size 19 in

External Resolution (max) 1440 x 900

Camera on top of screen, 1.3-megapixel, fixed focus, integrated microphone (mono), LED indicator

Contents System unit, USB Preferred PRO Keyboard, USB Optical Wheel Mouse, software, documentation

Memory Notes 4GB PC3-8500 DDR3 1066MHz SDRAM, maximum. There are two memory slots, both are occupied by a 2GB module.

Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64-bit edition is custom installed.

Physical Dimensions 14"h x 18.6"w x 2.9"d

Ports/Connectors Expansion slots: (1) Mini PCI Express

Expansion bays: (1) Slim (.5"h) external, (1) 3.5" internal

I/O:

(6) USB 2.0 (three side)

(1) Serial (side)

(1) RJ-45 Ethernet (side)

(1) Microphone

(1) Headphones

Power Notes Power supply: 130W, autosensing, 85%

Returns Policy This product is subject to our return policy. Please see our complete return policy for details.

Warranty - Labor 3 Years

Warranty - Parts 3 Years

[Angel Blue01]

My favorite feature: Green PCs?good for the environment and your budget

[Chris Lee]

19" displays with desk, table or wall mounting options

[betadan]

Requires about a third the space of a standard desktop

[azido]

Requires about a third the space of a standard desktop.