Stable, manageable offerings with outstanding expandability
IBM ThinkCentre M51 desktops
IBM recommends Microsoft
Windows XP Professional
for Business.
The evolution of the business desktop.
Presenting advanced, easy-to-manage
IBM ThinkCentre M51 desktops. These
deployment-friendly systems offer
many tool-less features that can
dramatically simplify IT management.
All models also feature Intel Pentium 4
Processors with HT Technology, as well
as a PCI Express Graphics slot that can
improve graphics performance for
critical systems management
applications and more.
IBM ThinkCentre M51 desktop shown with optional IBM ThinkVision monitor
Roll out quickly, more easily.
Highlights
Testing configurations and fixing
Help save money by simplifying
problems before you deploy systems
applications are running with
IT support. ThinkCentre M51
can take months. To help reduce how
Intel
systems can share a common
often you perform these tests, IBM
software image with
offers select ThinkCentre M51 models
ThinkCentre S51 systems1
with stable platforms for up to 18
Work quickly while multiple
Pentium
4 Processors
with HT Technology
months after general availability.
Speed rollouts. Perform
deployment-related tests less
Upgrade graphics performance
often, thanks to select IBM
with the PCI Express Graphics
Business advantage. Its in here.
ThinkCentre M51 models that
slot on IBM ThinkCentre M51
To help decrease expenses over the
feature a stable platform for up
models
lifetime of your PCs, look inside for
IBM ThinkVantage Technologies.
to 18 months after general
availability
Roll out internationally easily
Youll see how to work more
with select models available in
confidently and efficiently and gain
68 countries.
more time to focus on strategic goals.
Go to ibm.com/pc/europe/thinkcentre
to locate an IBM reseller or for more information.
Get the edge: IBM ThinkVantage Technologies and Design
Simplify PC rollouts and image
Rest on strong foundations. The
maintenance with optional IBM
durable steel chassis in both
ImageUltra Builder. It helps
Desktop and Tower designs offers
consolidate multiple languages,
excellent usability and airflow.
IBM recommends
Microsoft Windows XP
Professional for Business.
hardware platforms, work group
applications and operating
Put online 2 and on-system
systems into a single, smart,
information at your employees'
master image.
fingertips with Access IBM. With
the push of a button, you and your
More ways to make rollouts easier.
staff can gain answers to common
With downloadable System
IT questions.
Migration Assistant, transfer
existing files, applications and
Give your help desk a break. Meet
settings more easily from system
IBM Rescue and Recovery with
to system.
Rapid Restore software. Its
preloaded on ThinkCentre M51
Rely on the most secure desktops
desktops. With this enhanced,
in the industry with the IBM
one-button solution, staff can
Embedded Security Subsystem
restore system images themselves
2.0. It provides built-in hardware
in the event of a software crash
and downloadable software-
often without a call to the
based protection. Nobody offers
help desk.
stronger PC security as a standard
feature.
Phase out older technology safely.
Erase confidential data with
IBM Secure Data Disposal
(available via download).
IBM ThinkCentre M51 desktop with
optional IBM ThinkVision monitor.
Maintenance and upgrades are a snap
Offices in Oslo?
Service, maintain and upgrade ThinkCentre M51 desktops more easily, thanks to an easy-
IBM is there. With award-winning
open chassis and components that, in most cases, snap in and out without tools.
IBM Service and Support in more
than 160 countries4 worldwide,
Warranty coverage like a blanket
IBM offers help just about
anywhere you have offices. In fact,
IBM offers a one- or three-year limited warranty3 with the purchase of IBM ThinkCentre
IBM is one of the largest service
systems. In addition, IBM provides international warranty service coverage4 and
and support organisations in the
optional service plans for greater protection. With IBM, you sleep easier.
world. Even IBM ThinkCentre M51
desktops help. They provide
For important warranty information, see page 4.
access to a wealth of online and
on-system resources at the push of
a button.
IBM ThinkCentre M51 desktop specifications
Enhance performance
8141 Desktop, 8143 Tower
IBM ThinkVision L170p/L191p
Processor (Processor speed,
Level 2 cache, FSB)
Intel Pentium 4 Processors with HT Technology
Intel Pentium 4 Processor 640 with HT Technology (up to 3.20GHz, 2MB L2,
800MHz)
Preloaded operating system 5
Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Video graphics (integrated)
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900, PCI Express 16-lane graphics slot
Core chipset
Intel 915G Express
DDR 400MHz (PC3200)
Memory 6/max capacity 7
256MB or 512MB/ 4.0GB
Hard disk drive
Serial ATA (2 Serial Connectors)
40GB 8 or 80GB (7200RPM)
Optical drive
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM
Audio (integrated)
SoundMAX Cadenza (ADI 1981B); internal speaker; line in, line out, microphone
port; front microphone and headphone ports
Connectivity (integrated)
Integrated Gigabit Ethernet
IBM Embedded
Security Subsystem 2.0
All models
Slots x bays
8143: 4x5
8141: 4x4
Dimensions
8143: 492x175x450mm (19.4x6.9x17.7in)
8141: 146x442x401mm (5.7x17.4x15.8in)
Ports
8 USB 2.0 (2 front access), 2 serial, 1 parallel, PS/2 mouse, keyboard, VGA
Keyboard and mouse
IBM Preferred Pro Full-size Keyboard and standard mouse (PS/2) or IBM USB
Optical Wheel Mouse
flat panel monitors
T19HBxx
Space-saving and height adjustable.
Tilts and swivels for easy viewing.
73P3300
IBM 48X/32X/48X/16X
Max CD-RW/DVD-ROM
Combination Drive
Get two drives in one with
this high-speed, high-
= 64MB ATI RADEON X300 SE (Dual VGA); 64MB ATI RADEON X300 Pro (VGA, DVI-I and TV-out); 128MB ATI
RADEON X600 XT (VGA, DVI-I and TV-out)
capacity read/write storage solution.9
09N4253/09N4254
IBM 80GB/160GB
Serial ATA Hard Drives
Get massive storage
and great performance
for your desktop system.
22P9228, 22P9230
IBM Memory Keys
256MB/512MB
Portable Storage the
IBM ThinkCentre M51 software
size of your thumb
Tested operating systems 10
Microsoft Windows XP Professional,
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, OS/2 (select models)
For a listing of completed Linux certifications, visit:
http://www-306.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/
document.do?lndocid=MIGR-48NT8D
Included software 11
Access IBM
Access Help
Adobe Acrobat Reader
IBM RecordNow and DLA
(CD-RW models only)
IBM Rescue and Recovery
Intervideo WinDVD player
(DVD models only)
Norton AntiVirus (OEM Edition)
PC-Doctor
Update Connector 12
(downloadable)
IBM Client Security Software
IBM Director Agent
Software Delivery Assistant
System Migration Assistant
(licenceCD not included )
Lotus SmartSuite Millennium
Lotus Notes Stand-alone Client
(preloaded)
February 2005
Read more
Check the Web
ibm.com /pc/europe/think
ibm.com /pc/europe/thinkpad
ibm.com /pc/europe/thinkcentre
ibm.com /pc/europe/monitors
ibm.com /pc/europe/accessories
ibm.com /pc/europe/services
ibm.com /support
ThinkVantage Technologies
ThinkPad notebooks
ThinkCentre desktops
ThinkVision monitors
Accessories and Upgrades
PC Services
eSupport
Download product literature
ibm.com /pc/europe/literature
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Normandy House
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United Kingdom
The IBM home page can be found at ibm.com
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IBM, the IBM logo, ibm.com, HelpCenter,
ImageUltra, OS/2, Lotus, Lotus Notes,
Lotus SmartSuite, Rapid Restore, Rescue
and Recovery, ThinkCentre, ThinkPad,
ThinkVantage, ThinkVision, Update Connector
and Wake on LAN are trademarks of
International Business Machines Corporation
in the United States, other countries, or both.
Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel
Corporation in the United States, other
countries, or both.
Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States,
other countries, or both.
Other company, product and service names
may be trademarks, or service marks of others.
IBM recommends that customers prepare their
software image in accordance with Microsoft
disk duplicating guidelines.
Internet access not included.
Limited warranty: Support unrelated to a
warranty issue may be subject to additional
charges.
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11
12
References in this publication to IBM products,
International Warranty Service is available in
any country in which this product is sold and
programs or services do not imply that IBM
serviced. Service delivery methods and parts
intends to make these available in all countries
availability vary by country, may be different
in which IBM operates. Any reference to
from that in the country of purchase and are
an IBM product, program or service is not
subject to change without notice. Fees and
intended to imply that only IBM products,
restrictions may apply in some countries.
programs or services may be used. Any
Delivered with Microsoft Windows XP
functionally equivalent product, program
preloaded and a Recovery Partition on the
or service may be used instead.
hard disk drive.
IBM hardware products are manufactured
Memory: For PCs without a separate video
card, memory supports both system and
from new parts, or new and used parts. In
video. Accessible system memory is up to
some cases, the hardware product may not be
64MB less than the amount stated, depending
new and may have been previously installed.
on video mode.
Regardless, IBM warranty terms apply.
Maximum memory and hard disk drive
This publication is for general guidance only.
capacity may require the replacement of
Information is subject to change without notice.
standard component with largest supported
Please contact your local IBM sales office or
component available.
reseller for latest information on IBM products
Hard drive: GB=billion bytes. Accessible
and services.
capacity is less; up to 4GB is service partition.
Drivers available via the Internet. HelpCenter
Photographs may show design models.
supports only preloaded operating system.
Copyright IBM Corporation 2005
Included software may differ from its retail
All Rights Reserved.
version (if available), and may not include user
manuals or all program functionality. Licence
agreements may apply.
Update Connector is available at no charge
to registered ThinkCentre customers during
the limited warranty period. Line charges may
apply.
Certain IBM logo products are not
manufactured, warranted or supported by IBM.
IBM logos and trademarks used under licence.
Contact IBM for details.
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