Difference between revisions of "IBM Thinkpad 760XL"

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The CPU implementation is reasonable. Compared with older IBM Thinkpad 760 models the CPU is actively cooled, reducing unpleasant heat accumulation even though fan noise is noticeable.
The CPU implementation is reasonable. Compared with older IBM Thinkpad 760 models the CPU is actively cooled, reducing unpleasant heat accumulation even though fan noise is noticeable.


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It seems that the platform was actually designed in the first edition Pentium processors era, around 1994, explaining the quirks of its implementation, such as no USB support. The keyboard is durable and with good tactile feedback. The trackpoint is mediocre in terms of reliability clearly below the level of the classic, renowned IBM quality.  
It seems that the platform was actually designed in the first edition Pentium processors era, around 1994, explaining the quirks of its implementation, such as no USB support. The keyboard is durable and with good tactile feedback. The trackpoint is mediocre in terms of reliability clearly below the level of the classic, renowned IBM quality.