Engineering:ThinkCentre

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ThinkCentre
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ThinkCentre All-in-One
DeveloperIBM (2003–2005)
Lenovo (2005–present)
ManufacturerIBM (2003-2005)
Lenovo (2005-present)
TypeDesktop/All-in-one
Release dateMay 2003; 21 years ago (2003-05)
Operating systemMicrosoft Windows
CPUIntel Core, AMD Ryzen PRO
DisplayUp to 24" 1440p screen (AiO models only)
GraphicsNvidia GeForce, AMD Radeon, Intel Graphics
Camera1080p camera (AiO models only)
PowerUp to 750 W
PlatformThink
Online servicesMicrosoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Acrobat
PredecessorIBM NetVista
WebsiteEfficient and Reliable Lenovo ThinkCentre Desktops | Lenovo US

ThinkCentre is a line of business-oriented desktop computers designed, developed and marketed by Lenovo, and formerly by IBM from 2003 to 2005. ThinkCentre computers typically include mid-range to high-end processors, options for discrete graphics cards, and multi-monitor support.[1]

History

Launch

IBM ThinkCentre used as a Linux server

The ThinkCentre line of desktop computers was introduced by IBM in 2003. The first three models in this line were the S50, the M50, and A50p.[2] All three desktops were equipped with Intel Pentium 4 processors.[2] The chassis was made of steel and designed for easy component access without the use of tools.[2] The hard disk was fixed in place by a 'caddy' without the use of screws.[2] The caddy had rubber bumpers to reduce vibration and operational noise.[2]

Additional updates to the desktops included greater use of ThinkVantage technologies.[2] All desktop models were made available with ImageUltra.[2] The three desktop models also included an 'Access IBM' button, allowing access to onboard resources, diagnostic tools, automated software, and links to online updates and services.[2] Select models featured IBM's Embedded Security Subsystem, with an integrated security chip and IBM Client Security Software.[2]

Acquisition by Lenovo

In 2005, after completing its acquisition of IBM's personal computing business, leading to the IBM/Lenovo partnership, IBM/Lenovo announced the ThinkCentre E Series desktops, designed specifically for small businesses.[3] The ThinkCentre E50 was made available in tower and small form factor, with a silver and black design.[3]

In 2005, Technology Business Research (TBR) observed an increase in the customer satisfaction rate for ThinkCentre desktops.[4] According to TBR's "Corporate IT Buying Behavior and Customer Satisfaction Study” published in the second quarter of 2005, Lenovo was the only one of four surveyed companies that displayed a substantial increase in ratings.[4]

In May 2005, the ThinkCentre M52 and A52 desktops were announced by Lenovo.[5] These desktops marked the first time the ThinkCentre line incorporated dual-core processors and 64-bit technology.[5] At the time of release, Lenovo also announced plans to incorporate Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT) in future products.[5]

Product series

ThinkCentre Edge all-in-one (AIO) PC

The ThinkCentre desktops available from IBM/Lenovo are:

  • ThinkCentre A Series (SFF and AIO)
  • ThinkCentre M Series (in tower, SFF, and USFF)
  • ThinkCentre Edge (in tower and AIO form factors)

Notable Models

ThinkCentre X1

The ThinkCentre X1 is a mid-range all-in-one desktop computer announced by Lenovo at the 2016 International CES. The X1 is powered by a 6th generation Intel Core i7 processor paired with 16 gigabytes of 2,333 megahertz DDR4 RAM and a variety of storage media such as hard drives, hybrid drives, and solid state drives. The display uses 23.8-inch 1920 pixel by 1080 pixel panel with an anti-glare coating. A 1080p webcam is mounted just above the screen. Five USB 3.0 ports, DisplayPort video output, and an Ethernet port come standard. A memory card reader is optional.[6] One variant of the X1 is a display-only device.[7]

ThinkCentre Tiny-In-One II

The ThinkCentre Tiny-In-One II is Lenovo's second-generation all-in-one desktop computer. Its modular design allows its display and internals to be upgraded as needed. The ThinkCentre Tiny-In-One II comes in versions with 22-inch and 24-inch anti-glare displays with thin bezels and optional multitouch input. Both versions use 1920x1080 display panels. Two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, one minI USB 2.0 port. and a Kensington security slot is included. Options for Microsoft Windows and Google's ChromeOS are both available.[8][9]

Chromebox Tiny

The Chromebox Tiny is a small desktop computer with 2-gigahertz Intel i3-5005U processor, 4 gigabytes of memory, a 16 GB solid-state drive, integrated graphics that runs Google's ChromeOS. It was designed for education and business. Its largest side measures about 7 inches square. It is 1.4 inches thick and weighs 2.2 pounds. Computers with this form factor are called "one-liter" machines in some countries that use the metric system. The Tiny can be mounted on the back of monitors or placed on walls with a VESA mount. The Chromebox Tiny has two USB 3.0 ports on its front and two more on its rear.[10] Dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 are both supported. An external antenna is included to improve reception. A mouse and keyboard come standard.[11]

M83 Tiny

The ThinkCentre M83 Tiny is a ultra small-form-factor desktop computer released in 2014. The M83 Tiny uses an Intel Core i5 processor. It comes standard with one DisplayPort jack, and Ethernet port, five USB 3.0 ports, and a VGA port. There is a customizable port that can be configured with another DisplayPort jack, a serial port, another USB port, or an HDMI port. Wi-fi is 802.11ac. Wireless accessories are supported via Bluetooth 4.0.[12]

S50

ThinkCentre S50

In 2004, an ultra-small version of the S50 was announced, the smallest desktop PC introduced until that time by IBM.[13] The ultra-small ThinkCentre S50 desktop weighed approximately the same as IBM's first notebook (IBM 5140 PC Convertible).[13] The ultra-small desktop was roughly the size of a New York City phonebook, or a box of cereal.[13] The ultra-small desktop also featured a tool-free tool-less steel chassis and IBM ThinkVantage Technologies.[13]

A series

Main page: Engineering:ThinkCentre A series

A60

In August 2006, the ThinkCentre A60 desktop was announced.[14] It was the first ThinkCentre Desktop with AMD processors.[14]

In September 2006, Lenovo announced that its ThinkPad, ThinkCentre, and ThinkVision products received high ratings from EPEAT.[15] A total of 42 products were rated by EPEAT.[15] The ThinkCentre desktops received an overall rating of EPEAT silver.[15] This indicated that all criteria for environmentally safe computing had been met – including the minimum requirements and additional optional implementations.[15] Some of the criteria met included reduced levels of cadmium, mercury, and lead, energy efficiency, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.[15]

In September 2006, Lenovo announced several desktops in the ThinkCentre line, including the M55p, M55, M55e, A55 and A53.[16]

A55

In January 2007, the ThinkCentre A55 small-form-factor desktop was announced by Lenovo.[17] The A55 was approximately 64% smaller than Lenovo's traditional tower desktops and 25% smaller than Lenovo's traditional small desktops.[17] In September 2007, Lenovo announced the ultra-small-form-factor A61e.[18]

Also in September 2007, two new M Series desktops were announced: the M57 and M57p.[19]

A58 and M58e

In March 2009, two small, low-cost desktops were announced by Lenovo: the ThinkCentre A58 and the ThinkCentre M58e.[20] The A58 desktop was designed for small and medium businesses, while the M58e was designed for medium-sized and large enterprises.[20] The desktops were made available in both tower and small form-factor versions.[20]

Environmental certifications

In March 2008, the ultra-small M57 and M57p desktops were announced.[21] This was because the M57 and M57p were the first desktops from any manufacturer to receive a GREENGUARD certification.[21] The desktops were also rated by EPEAT Gold and Energy Star 4.0, and were the first ThinkCentre desktops to feature post-consumer recycled content.[21] The noise levels of the desktops were also low – at 4.0bels or lower.[21]

In October 2008, the M58 and M58p desktops were announced.[22] One of the key features of the desktop was a ThinkVantage Technology called Power Manager, allowing users to remotely control the PC's electricity use.[22] The desktops were available in tower, SFF, and USFF.[22]

Timeline

See also

  • ThinkCentre: A Series, M Series and Edge Series
  • ThinkPad
  • ThinkStation

References

  1. ↑ "ThinkCentre Desktop Features". http://shop.lenovo.com/us/desktops/thinkcentre. 
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 "IBM Unveils New ThinkCentre Line of Desktops Designed for Easy Maintenance and Lower Operating Costs". 21 May 2003. http://www-03.ibm.com/press/us/en/pressrelease/204.wss. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Lenovo Launches First Desktop Line for Small Business". 18 October 2005. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2005/10/eseries.html. 
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Lenovo Posts Largest Percentage Gain in Desktop User Satisfaction". 30 August 2005. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2005/08/user_sat.html. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "Lenovo Powers up the Desktop with New Dual-Core ThinkCentre Models". 26 May 2005. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2005/05/dualcore.html. 
  6. ↑ "The new Lenovo ThinkCentre X1: You won't believe how slim it is". Windows Central. 4 January 2016. http://www.windowscentral.com/new-lenovo-thinkcentre-x1-you-wont-believe-how-slim-it. 
  7. ↑ Andrew E. Freedman (3 February 2016). "Lenovo Thinkpad Stack - Full Review and Benchmarks". http://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/accessories/lenovo-thinkpad-stack. 
  8. ↑ Henry T. Casey (3 January 2016). "Lenovo's Modular ThinkCentre II Shrinks Bezel, Adds Speaker". Tom's Guide. http://www.tomsguide.com/us/lenovo-thinkcentre-modular-aio-pcs,news-21953.html. 
  9. ↑ Gabe Carey (3 January 2016). "These are Lenovo's First 2016 ThinkPads - CES 2016 - Page 4 - Digital Trends". Digital Trends. http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/lenovo-think-lineup-ces2016/4/. 
  10. ↑ Riofrio, Melissa (27 April 2015). "Lenovo's $199 Chromebox Tiny is an affordable addition to its line of ThinkCentre Tiny PCs". PC World (United States). http://www.pcworld.com/article/2915313/lenovos-199-chromebox-tiny-is-an-affordable-addition-to-its-line-of-thinkcentre-tiny-pcs.html. 
  11. ↑ Buzzi, Matthew (1970-01-01). "Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox Tiny Desktop Review & Rating". PCMag.com. https://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2493093,00.asp. 
  12. ↑ "Lenovo ThinkCentre M83 Tiny". PC Magazine (United States). http://asia.pcmag.com/lenovo-thinkcentre-m83-tiny/1518/review/lenovo-thinkcentre-m83-tiny. 
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 13.3 "The Incredible Shrinking IBM Desktop". 9 June 2004. http://www-03.ibm.com/press/us/en/pressrelease/7168.wss. 
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 "Lenovo Introduces First ThinkCentre Desktop PCs with AMD Processors". 8 August 2006. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2006/08/a60.html. 
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 15.3 15.4 "EPA-Funded Standard Gives Lenovo Green Thumbs-Up". 18 September 2006. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2006/09/epa.html. 
  16. ↑ "Lenovo Debuts Fleet of Intel Core 2 Duo ThinkCentre Desktop PCs". 26 September 2006. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2006/09/tc_core2duo.html. 
  17. ↑ 17.0 17.1 "Lenovo Expands Desktop Lineup to Go Small on Size, Big on Value". 29 January 2007. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2007/01/a55_sff.html. 
  18. ↑ "Lenovo Raises Energy-Efficiency Bar with Its Smallest, Quietest Desktop PC". 12 September 2007. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2007/09/a61.html. 
  19. ↑ "Lenovo Empowers Enterprise Manageability Platform with New ThinkCentre Desktop PCs". 18 September 2007. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2007/09/m57.html. 
  20. ↑ 20.0 20.1 20.2 "Lenovo Retools ThinkCentre Business Desktops for Smaller, Lower Cost Options". 10 March 2009. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2009/03/A58_M58e_desktops.html. 
  21. ↑ 21.0 21.1 21.2 21.3 "Lenovo Plants Seeds For "Greener" Computing With New ThinkCentre PC". 5 March 2008. http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2008/03/green.html. 
  22. ↑ 22.0 22.1 22.2 "Lenovo turns the lights down low with power manager on new ThinkCentre PC". 29 October 2008. https://archive.today/20130128035919/http://www.lenovo.com/news/us/en/2008/10/ThinkCentre_M58p.html. 

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