Background

The Lenovo IdeaPad U510 is a laptop that belongs to the U Series of Lenovo's IdeaPad line. Introduced as a device compatible with the Microsoft Windows 8 operating system, the U510 features a 15.6-inch LED-backlit LCD display with a screen resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels and does not have touchscreen functionality. The laptop is powered by Intel Core processors from the 3rd Generation, with speed options starting at 1700 MHz and configurations available up to Intel Core i7. Graphics are handled by Intel HD 4000 integrated graphics.

In terms of memory and storage, the U510 offers configurations of up to 8 GB of RAM and a variety of hard disk capacities, including 500 GB, 750 GB, or 1 TB, with optional SSD caches of 24 or 32 GB. The solid-state drive (SSD) options available are either 32 GB or a 500 GB Hybrid Storage variant. For connectivity, it includes a range of ports such as HDMI, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, an SDHC card slot, Ethernet, and VGA, as well as wireless capabilities like 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 3.0 + HS. Additional features of the U510 include a backlit keyboard, stereo speakers, a built-in webcam with options of 0.3 or 1.0 megapixels, and support for wireless display technologies such as Intel Wireless Display (WiDi). The unit is equipped with a battery capable of providing up to 6 hours of use. The laptop's physical dimensions are 334 x 21 x 99.9 mm, and it has a starting weight of 2.2 kg or approximately 4.85 pounds.

Technical Specifications

  • Processor Speed: 1700 MHz
  • Graphics: Intel HD 4000
  • Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1
  • Display Size: 15.6"
  • Resolution: 1366 x 768
  • Screen Type: LED-Backlit LCD
  • Touchscreen: No Touchscreen
  • RAM: 4096 MB
  • SSD: 32 GB
  • Hard Disk: 500 GB
  • Battery Capacity: 59 Wh
  • Weight: 2200gm / 4.85 pounds
  • Dimensions: 334/21/99.9 mm or 13.1/0.8/3.9 inches
  • DC-in: Yes
  • Ethernet: 10/100/1000
  • HDMI: Yes
  • SDHC Card Slot: Yes
  • USB 2.0 Ports: 2
  • USB 3.0 Ports: 2
  • Headphone Jack: 3.5mm
  • VGA: Yes
  • Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g/n
  • Bluetooth: BT 3.0 + HS
  • Wireless WAN: No
  • AC Adaptor: Included
  • Microphone: Built-in
  • Touchpad: Multitouch
  • Speakers: Stereo
  • Webcam: 1.3Mp
  • Wireless Display: Capable (WiDi, Miracast or similar)
  • Intel Smart Connect: Yes
  • Keyboard: Backlit

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