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Lenovo's ThinkPad T530 is a durable, repairable 15.6" laptop released in 2012.

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== ***Background*** ==

The 15.6" Lenovo ThinkPad T530, part of the iconic ThinkPad line, has been a go-to choice since its release in October 1992. It's favored by professionals, students, and anyone seeking reliability and portability. The T530 boasts impressive battery life (6 to 8 hours), robust processing power, and versatile connectivity options like USB ports and Bluetooth. Also, its touchscreen interface adds a layer of convenience. Despite occasional issues, Lenovo actively addresses concerns to maintain its reputation for quality and dependability.

== ***Identification*** ==

The front view of the Lenovo ThinkPad T530 contains:

* Integrated camera
* Built-in microphone,
* PCI Express Mini Card slot for WAN and LAN cards
* ThinkLight light
* Power button
* TrackPoint
* Fingerprint reader

The right view of the Lenovo ThinkPad T530 contains:

* Security keyhole
* Media card reader slot
* Ethernet connector
* Combo audio jack
* ExpressCard slot

The left view of the Lenovo ThinkPad T530 contains:

* Fan louvers
* Video graphics array (VGA) connector
* USB 2.0 connector
* Wireless radio switch
* Mini DisplayPort connector
* USB 3.0 connectors
* IEEE 1394 connector
* Smart card slot

The bottom view of the Lenovo ThinkPad T530 contains:

* SIM card slot
* Battery
* Docking station connector
* Memory-upgrade slot
* Hard disk drive or solid-state drive

When the Lenovo ThinkPad T530 is closed from the rearview, we can see:

*  Fan louvers
*  USB connector
*  Power Jack

The model number is located:

*  On the back side of the laptop

== ***Technical Specifications*** ==

++Processor++

* 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i7-3820QM (2.70 GHz, 8MB L3, 1600MHz FSB)
* 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i7-3720QM (2.60 GHz, 6MB L3, 1600MHz FSB)
* 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i7-3520M (2.90 GHz, 4MB L3, 1600MHz FSB)
* 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5-3360M (2.80 GHz, 3MB L3, 1600MHz FSB)
* 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5-3320M (2.60 GHz, 3MB L3, 1600MHz FSB)

++Operating System++

* Windows® 7 Professional 64-bit
* Windows® 7 Professional 32-bit
* Windows® 7 Ultimate 64-bit

++Memory++

* Up to 16GB DDR3

++Storage++

* HDD
* 320GB (7200rpm) OPAL FDE
* 320GB/500GB/1TB (5400rpm)
* 320GB/500GB (7200rpm)
* SSD
* 16GB SSD mSATA16 GB mSATA SSD is in addition to other Hard Drives and fits in the WWAN Slot. As a result, it is not available with WWAN.
* 128GB SSD SATA
* Intel 240GB FDE SSD
* 256GB TCG OPAL SSD SATA

++Display++

* 15.6" HD (1366 x 768) (220 NITS)
* 15.6" HD+ (1600 x 900) (220 NITS)
* 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) (95% Gamut) (270NITS)

++Battery++

* 6 cell (56.1 Wh)
* 9 cell (93.6 Wh)
* 9 cell slice (93.6 Wh)

++Battery life++

* Up to 24 hours with a 9-cell and bottom-slice battery

++Dimensions(W x D x H)++

* 245.1 mm x 372.8 mm x 31.8 - 35.6 mm (9.65" x 14.68" x 1.25" - 1.40”)

++Webcam++

* Low Light 720p HD Camera with Face Tracking

++Weight++

* 2.5kgs (5.56lbs)

++I/O(input/Output)Ports++

* (1) MiniDisplayPort with audio
* (1) VGA
* (1) 3.5mm Combo Jack Headphone/MIC
* (2) USB 3.0
* (1) USB 2.0
* (1) Always on USB 2.0
* (1) 4-in-1 SD Card Reader (SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC slot)
* (1) Express Card 34mm
* (1) Smart Card ReaderSelect Models

++Graphics++

* Intel® HD Graphics
* NVIDIA® Optimus™ Graphics Technology

++Optical Drive++

* DVD ROM Read Only
* Multi-Burner/DVD CD Multi-Rec
* 500GB (7200rpm) HDD with Bay AdapterSpecial Bid
* 1TB (5400rpm) HDD with Bay AdapterSpecial Bid

++Keyboard++

* Island-style six-row keyboard

++Communication++

* Ethernet RJ45

++Audio++

* Dolby® Advanced Audio® 2.0

++Wifi++

* Intel Centrino Wireless - N2200 (2x2 BGN)
* Intel Centrino Advanced - N6205 (2x2 AGN)
* Intel Centrino Ultimate - N6300 (3x3 AGN)

++Wireless WWAN++

* Ericsson HSPA + WWAN Minicard (H5321gw)
* Gobi 3000 Sierra Wireless EV-DO/HSPASpecial Bid

++Supported Lenovo Tools++

* Lenovo Small Business Advantage
* Password Manager 4.0
* Access Connections™
* Power Manager

++Pre Loaded Applications++

* Norton™ Internet Security 2012
* Microsoft® Office 2010
* Adobe Acrobat Reader
* Skype™
* Microsoft® Windows Live Essentials 2011
* Intel® Learning Series Software Suite

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***Source: ++[link|https://psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/withdrawnbook/ThinkPad_T530_WE.pdf|Official Lenovo Thinkpad Specs|new_window=true]++***

== ***Additional Information*** ==

* ***++[link|https://lenovo.fandom.com/wiki/T530|Lenovo wiki page|new_window=true]:++ This website is from the community and provides additional information for anyone curious.***
* ***++[link|https://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?t=108618|Additional questions|new_window=true]:++ This forum will provide some questions from users who have used the laptop.***
* ***++[link|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShS6O9t-8vk|Lenovo ThinkPad full disassembly|new_window=true]:++ This video will go through a detailed breakdown of the t530. This will give a closer and more realistic approach to the laptop's interior.***.

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