- Very Powerful Processor
- Capable of Using All 802.x Wireless Standards
- Low Travel Weight
- Above Average Price
- Lackluster Graphics
- Intel Pentium M 1.7 GHz Processor
- 512MB PC2700 DDR Memory (2GB Maximum)
- 60GB Hard Drive
- Modular 24x CD-RW Combo Optical Drive
- 14.1" XGA LCD Display and Intel Extreme Integrated Graphics with 64MB Shared Memory
- SigmaTel AC'97 Audio
- v.90 56Kbps Mode, 10/100 Ethernet, Atheros 802.11a+b/g Wireless
- Three USB 2.0 Ports, One FireWire Port and Two Type II PC Card Slots
- 12" x 9.7" x 1.3" @ 4.3 lbs.
- Windows XP Home, MS Works 7.0 Productivity Software and Quicken 2003
5/25/04 - Fujitsu is one of the lesser known notebook manufacturers in the US. In fact, they are better known for their hard drives, particularly the notebook drives. Their LifeBook S7010D is their latest thin and light model.
Heading up the new S7010D model is the new Intel Pentium M 1.7GHz processor. This processor has increased cache and bus speeds to improve performance to be a top in class mobile processor. Matched to this is 512MB of PC2700 DDR memory that should allow it to run through applications with ease.
Storage on the unit is a bit better than average. The standard hard drive is the 60GB unit. Optical storage is handled through a modular drive bay that comes standard with a 24x CD-RW combo drive.
Graphics are a bit of a let down with the S7010D. The 14.1" XGA screen is on the smaller side for most of the new thin and light systems. The problem is the match with the Intel Extreme integrated graphics. This integrated solution limits the usage of many 3D applications. Most competing units are going with dedicated graphics processors.
Connectivity is very impressive on the S7010D though. In particular, the Atheros 802.11a+b/g allows the unit to use all the current standards for 802.11 Wireless. It also can use the 802.11a Wireless at the same time as a b or g network.
Thanks in part to its smaller LCD screen, the LifeBook S7010D is also one of the smaller and lighter thin and light notebooks available. This can be a big plus for business travellers.
