Lenovo ThinkPad T530

The 16" 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. Overall, the ThinkPad T530 continues the legacy of excellence associated with the ThinkPad brand, catering to the needs of diverse users in the ever-evolving landscape of personal computing.

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

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: Official Lenovo Thinkpad Specs

• Lenovo wiki page
  • The following website is from the community and provides additional information for anyone curious.
• Additional questions
  • The following forum will provide some questions from users who have used the laptop.
• Lenovo ThinkPad full disassembly
  • 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..