History

The ThinkCentre was released in 2003, replacing the IBM NetVista. In 2005, Lenovo purchased the IBM PC division; the ThinkCentre along with ThinkPad are now produced by Lenovo.

[edit] Energy Efficiency

The ThinkCentre desktop PCs includes leading Power Management tools for new levels of energy efficiency. Remote deployment and control of client power usage profiles is also possible, along with time-based control to enable PC shut offs on evenings and weekends The innovative Green ThinkVision monitors like the ThinkVision L2440p Wide model that consumes up to 50% less energy than previous ThinkVision monitors Select models of the ThinkCentre M58e meet ENERGY STAR 5.0 criteria GREENGUARD certified for indoor air quality

[edit] Models

The two models of ThinkCentres currently produced by Lenovo are the:

[edit] ThinkCentre A Serie

ThinkCentre A Series mainstream enterprise desktop systems offer a variety of models to suit varying business needs.

Packed with power and designed for expandability, A Series desktops offer a great blend of essential features and technology at an affordable price. While offering ENERGY STAR 5.0 and EPEAT Gold models on select models, they provide businesses with the latest technology today, so they can stay a step ahead of tomorrow.

ThinkCentre A Series customers may choose models with either desktop or tower form factors.

[edit] ThinkCentre M Series

ThinkCentre M Series desktop systems offer the ultimate stability and manageability for MM and LE businesses. Featuring ENERGY STAR 5.0 and EPEAT Gold models across many form factors, M Series systems offer a range of models and form factors to address many business needs.