Lenovo IdeaPad Y510 Notebook PC
The Lenovo IdeaPad Y510 notebook PC– your new home and home office entertainment center that makes your ideas come to life. This elegant and versatile notebook packs a lot of power and performance in a small, highly mobile package. This masterful 6.4-pound PC features a 15.4-inch display, an Intel Pentium Dual-Core T2330 1.60GHz processor, a 160GB Hard drive, and 2GB of DDR2 memory, and a Dual Layer DVD Recordable optical drive -- all running on the Windows Vista Home Premium operating system. This Lenovo IdeaPad Y510 boasts Dolby Home Theater premium audio with four speakers and a sub-woofer, Multimedia Control Center to give you a one-stop total entertainment environment with a convenient Shuttle Key that puts volume and equalizer controls with easy reach.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Y510 notebook PC even offers an integrated 1.3 megapixel camera that combined with Lenovo’s unique VeriFace face recognition software, can control access to your notebook by recognizing when you are sitting at the keyboard. It can even lock the system if it determines that you’ve stepped away! The Lenovo IdeaPad Y510 notebook PC brings form and function together for a distinctive look that will turn heads. An innovative Frameless Screen gives this notebook a supremely modern appearance, with a super-thin bezel that makes the screen appear to stretch to the very edge of the notebook cover. The IdeaPad Y510 doesn't just look different, it feels different, too, thanks to the distinctive Light Weave Texture on the notebook shell. The Lenovo "touch" even extends to a full-size keyboard that gives great feel on each key-press, reducing mis-hits and typos. Best of all, this high quality, dependable notebook helps you focus on what you can achieve with your PC – not just how it works. A multi-light battery indicator – prominently located on the screen bezel – continuously tracks battery power. And the Energy Cut tool lets you adjust system performance when you need more time unplugged. Make your ideas come to life – order the Lenovo IdeaPad Y510 Notebook PC.
Integrated 1.3 Megapixel Camera & Exclusive Lenovo Veriface Security!
An integrated 1.3 megapixel camera combined with Lenovo's VeriFace face recognition software. Lenovo has introduced a revolutionary new feature on many of their notebook computers called VeriFace! VeriFace is face recognition software, which is actually capable to identifying authorized users of your Lenovo Notebook Computer just by their face! Now that many Lenovo systems include integrated cameras with excellent quality (1.3 MegaPixels), facial recognition has become viable and available for day to day use in securing your computer. The included software lets you log onto your Windows account simply by sitting in front of your system, and your face is your password. What is much cooler is that it is very user friendly for multiple user accounts. For example, let's say you have three Windows accounts - Mom, Dad, and Sis. If you have associated their faces with their respective user accounts, the system determines which person is in front of the computer when Windows boots and automatically logs them onto the right account. In practice this works very well and is extremely fast at recognition. Read more about this incredible new technology only from Lenovo »
Dolby® Home Theater™
The Dolby® Home Theater™ premium audio system gives amazing, theater-style sound. And the best gets even better thanks to four speakers and a sub-woofer.
Design
An innovative Frameless Screen gives these notebooks a uniquely modern appearance, with a super-thin bezel that makes the screen appear to stretch to the very edge of the notebook cover. The IdeaPad Y510 doesn't just look different, it feels different, too, thanks to the distinctive Light Weave Texture on the notebook shell.
This is an awesome laptop! I am a music teacher and this is 10 times the HP laptop the school bought me for arranging music. I LOVE Windows Vista, have never had any problem with pop-ups or anything like the one guy said. (But I have the pop-up blocker on) The ONLY thing I will say about that is: Internet Explorer 7, which comes loaded on this machine is NOT compatible with Vista, and you will drop characters as you type online. I had to download FireFox and it works Flawlessly!
The Veriface technology is very cool! I LOVE that nobody can get into my computer at school!
The only thing that the specs on this computer say which are different from the specs listed is that mine has a 250 gig (total) hard drive. I think it said 160 on here. If this is a new Y510 like mine, it would probably have to be the same.
Well, I absolutely love it! Didn't think I would, but am so impressed!
For a music teacher and arranger to love the sound on a laptop, you know it has to be
REVIEW BY: BradHHS Reviewed
Feb 18, 2008
I am VERY pleased with this purchase. I have had no problems with this notebook. Vista can be a bit of a pain at times, but there's really no way around that aside from ''downgrading'' back to XP. The facial recognition feature is fine for logging in to Windows but I opted to disable it in my browser, because it tends to get a little overbearing. Fast system... very reliable. I love the pattern on the top that cuts down on finger prints and scratches from showing. HIGHLY SUGGEST THIS PRODUCT!!! Thank you TigerDirect!
REVIEW BY: IT. guy Reviewed
Feb 15, 2008
I am quite skeptical when I pick Y510. I have a Sony Vaio CR123E for myself and Dell latitude D630 for work.
But believe me Ideapad Y510 beat both of them down.
What a beuatiful piece of hardware. Lenovo did an excellent job. Clean and strond design, my double priced Vaio is so shaky. Amazing sound(4.1). Video and display excellent for DVD and pictures.
I cannot even pick one single cons with this laptop.
So if you are looking for a budget laptop please check this laptop before making a decision.
Lenovo with this kind of equipement going to threat HP and Dell pretty soon. Don't forget Lenovo now own the big names of IBM thinkpad, laptop trademark of IBM. So lenovo Y510 rocks.
REVIEW BY: dved Reviewed
Feb 11, 2008
The sound on this machine is really super, and the screen is also quite nice. I am ashamed to say this, but so far I like vista! This seems to be a solid computer and makes an excellent desktop replacement, however it is a bit chunky and on the heavy side: it is not something you will want to whip out of the case and put on your lap in an airport waiting room.
REVIEW BY: glminor Reviewed
Jan 26, 2008
Great laptop. Like everyone else, I am not impressed with Vista but I'll get used to it. Nice thing is it came with the original disks. I do like the one button repair of the system That is pretty nice. Good battery life - 3.5 to 4 hours. the harddrive was partitioned which is great.
I also set up the face recognition software. Be careful about the lighting. If it is shinning on you, your face, it may not be recognized. Mine works great.
Best web cam I have ever had. Day or night, this cam really produces a great picture.
This is my thrid IBM/Lenovo laptop. My first was a T21 which I gave to my 4 year old. My second was a T23, which this one is replacing.
Screen is excellent and provides a great picture.
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requiring confidential personal information be kept confidential. 3M Privacy
Computer filters can help medical facilities (i.e. hospitals,clinics,
health insurance companies, etc.) comply with the Health Insurance Portability
& Accessibility Act (HIPAA). The privacy filters are a simple accessory
to desktop monitors, both LCD and CRT, as well as laptop computers. They
darken the viewable area of the monitor screen when viewed from the side,
which helps prevent the release of confidential personal information that
must be protected. Similar legislation exists for those in the financial
industry. The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act places the same restrictions on banks,
finance companies, mortgage companies and credit card companies, to name
a few.
NOTE REGARDING RECOVERY MEDIA
Most computer systems no longer include "Recovery Media" (Disks
or CDs used to restore your computer system to it's factory shipped state).
This is not specific to systems purchased from our company, but standard
practice throughout the entire industry. Some manufacturers or models include
a utility that enables users to create recovery media. Inclusion of such
a recovery utility varies by manufacturer and model; not all manufactures
and models include such a utility. For those that include such a utility
we recommend you create your own set of recovery media after completing
the Windows installation. If you fail to do this and encounter a difficulty
in the future you may not be able to properly restore your computer.
Some manufacturers may have physical recovery media available separately
for purchase; consult your owner’s manual support information section
for additional information.
About Laptop Batteries
Everyone who buys a notebook wants to know
how long its battery will last. The brief answer – it’s highly
variable depending on how your use your laptop. Batteries for laptops
come in three main types: nickel cadmium (NiCad), nickel metal hydride
(NiMH), and lithium ion. You can recharge each of these batteries with
an AC adaptor. In most cases, it will give you between one and two hours
of computer use, depending on a number of factors.
Following are five tips to help you get
the longest battery life possible
Keep Your Screen as Dim as Possible
– LCD screens are one of the biggest battery drainers. Adjust
your setting so you have enough brightness for comfortable computing.
During an overnight flight, for example, you can dim your brightness
yet still see clearly. Most notebooks have simple applications you can
use to control LCD brightness; consult your user’s manual.
Use Power Wisely – Turn
off unused devices; each of them drains power. Most notebooks have power-management
options. When you’re not using your laptop, you should have it
on sleep mode, or your notebook’s equivalent. This mode keeps enough
power running to maintain minimal function, so you can resume full power
with very little delay when you’re ready to return to your work
or play.
Cut Down on HD Activity - You
can cut down on how hard your hard drive must work by defragmenting
it regularly. This can be done automatically at selected regular intervals
once you’ve located the Disk Defagmenter in the Start/Programs/Accessories/System
Tools menu and follow the prompts.
Disable Startup Items –
Every time you boot up (on Windows), startup items load into memory,
causing other open programs to add to your CPU’s power load. You
can easily disable startup options simply by clicking Start/Run, entering
C:\MSCONFIG and following the prompts.
Keep Your Battery Fit! - Yes,
you can actually condition your battery. When you buy your laptop, charge
the battery to its full capacity, then discharge it completely. Next,
fully charge it again. This way your battery actually learns how much
electrical charge it can hold. Always make sure when you charge your
battery that it reaches 100 percent.
Lenovo IdeaPad Y510 Notebook PC - Intel Pentium Dual-Core T2330 1.60GHz, 802.11a/b/g Wireless, 2GB DDR2, 160GB HDD, Dual Layer DVD RW, 15.4" WXGA, Integrated Webcam, Windows Vista Home Premium
$599.97*
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For support on this product, please contact Lenovo at 877-453-6686. Defective exchanges for identical item within 30 days of purchase permitted on this product with prior manufacturer approval.
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883609490881 Box Size:
( Length: 18, Width: 6, Depth: 13 )
Shipping Weight:
10.0500 pound(s)
Limited Warranty:
12 months parts;
12 months labor
Click here for full warranty and support information
Limited Warranty: A full text version of the limited warranty
may be obtained by mailing a self addressed, stamped envelope to the
address below and requesting the warranty for item number:
T70-15012
3M Privacy
Filters Help You Comply with Federal Confidentiality Laws
3M Privacy Computer Filters help companies comply with federal legislation
requiring confidential personal information be kept confidential. 3M Privacy
Computer filters can help medical facilities (i.e. hospitals,clinics,
health insurance companies, etc.) comply with the Health Insurance Portability
& Accessibility Act (HIPAA). The privacy filters are a simple accessory
to desktop monitors, both LCD and CRT, as well as laptop computers. They
darken the viewable area of the monitor screen when viewed from the side,
which helps prevent the release of confidential personal information that
must be protected. Similar legislation exists for those in the financial
industry. The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act places the same restrictions on banks,
finance companies, mortgage companies and credit card companies, to name
a few.
NOTE REGARDING RECOVERY MEDIA
Most computer systems no longer include "Recovery Media" (Disks
or CDs used to restore your computer system to it's factory shipped state).
This is not specific to systems purchased from our company, but standard
practice throughout the entire industry. Some manufacturers or models include
a utility that enables users to create recovery media. Inclusion of such
a recovery utility varies by manufacturer and model; not all manufactures
and models include such a utility. For those that include such a utility
we recommend you create your own set of recovery media after completing
the Windows installation. If you fail to do this and encounter a difficulty
in the future you may not be able to properly restore your computer.
Some manufacturers may have physical recovery media available separately
for purchase; consult your owner’s manual support information section
for additional information.
Everyone who buys a notebook wants to know
how long its battery will last. The brief answer – it’s highly
variable depending on how your use your laptop. Batteries for laptops
come in three main types: nickel cadmium (NiCad), nickel metal hydride
(NiMH), and lithium ion. You can recharge each of these batteries with
an AC adaptor. In most cases, it will give you between one and two hours
of computer use, depending on a number of factors.
Following are five tips to help you get
the longest battery life possible
Keep Your Screen as Dim as Possible
– LCD screens are one of the biggest battery drainers. Adjust
your setting so you have enough brightness for comfortable computing.
During an overnight flight, for example, you can dim your brightness
yet still see clearly. Most notebooks have simple applications you can
use to control LCD brightness; consult your user’s manual.
Use Power Wisely – Turn
off unused devices; each of them drains power. Most notebooks have power-management
options. When you’re not using your laptop, you should have it
on sleep mode, or your notebook’s equivalent. This mode keeps enough
power running to maintain minimal function, so you can resume full power
with very little delay when you’re ready to return to your work
or play.
Cut Down on HD Activity - You
can cut down on how hard your hard drive must work by defragmenting
it regularly. This can be done automatically at selected regular intervals
once you’ve located the Disk Defagmenter in the Start/Programs/Accessories/System
Tools menu and follow the prompts.
Disable Startup Items –
Every time you boot up (on Windows), startup items load into memory,
causing other open programs to add to your CPU’s power load. You
can easily disable startup options simply by clicking Start/Run, entering
C:\MSCONFIG and following the prompts.
Keep Your Battery Fit! - Yes,
you can actually condition your battery. When you buy your laptop, charge
the battery to its full capacity, then discharge it completely. Next,
fully charge it again. This way your battery actually learns how much
electrical charge it can hold. Always make sure when you charge your
battery that it reaches 100 percent.