{"product_id":"lenovo-thinkpad-t420-laptop-14-i5-2520m-6gb-256gb-ssd-no-os-installed-wty","title":"Lenovo ThinkPad T420 Laptop 14\" i5-2520M 6GB 128GB SSD No OS Installed | Wty","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;line-height:1.7;color:#222;max-width:700px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:22px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eLenovo ThinkPad T420 — Reliable 14-inch Business Laptop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lenovo ThinkPad T420 is a robust 14-inch business laptop featuring an Intel Core i5-2520M 2nd Gen processor, 6GB DDR3 RAM, 128GB SSD, and a crisp 1600×900 HD+ display — covered by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty. No operating system is pre-installed, making it ideal for Linux users, IT professionals, or buyers with an existing Windows licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;margin-top:0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e128GB SSD installed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Significantly faster than original HDD versions — boot in seconds, not minutes, and enjoy responsive day-to-day performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6GB DDR3 RAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgraded from the base 4GB configuration — handles web browsing, Office, and light multitasking without swapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1600×900 HD+ Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Higher resolution than standard 1366×768 panels, providing more screen real estate for documents and multitasking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLegendary ThinkPad Keyboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the best laptop keyboards ever made — deep travel, accurate feedback, and comfortable for all-day typing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMIL-SPEC Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e ThinkPad build quality is tested to withstand drops, vibration, humidity, and extreme temperatures — built to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour Choice of OS:\u003c\/strong\u003e No OS pre-installed — install Linux (Ubuntu, Mint, Debian), Windows 10, or use your own existing licence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003ePerformance in Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ThinkPad T420 with SSD upgrade handles everyday computing tasks comfortably for its era — web browsing, document editing, spreadsheets, and video conferencing all run smoothly on Linux or a lean Windows 10 installation. The Intel Core i5-2520M dual-core processor peaks at 3.2GHz and the 6GB DDR3 configuration provides enough memory for typical single-user workflows without memory pressure. Booting from the 128GB SSD takes under 20 seconds, which dramatically improves the user experience over the original hard drive configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2011-era machine, and buyers should calibrate expectations accordingly. It handles productivity tasks well but is not suited to modern resource-intensive workloads like compiling large codebases, running virtual machines, or editing high-resolution video. For web browsing, it performs best in a lightweight Linux distribution or with a modern browser in a clean Windows installation — Chrome or Firefox with 10–15 tabs is manageable, though you may notice occasional slowdowns on particularly heavy websites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1600×900 display is a genuine advantage — this resolution was a premium feature at the time and provides notably more visible content than the 1366×768 panels common on budget laptops of this era. Combined with the anti-glare coating and excellent ThinkPad keyboard, this machine suits students, hobbyists, or IT staff who want an inexpensive workhorse for everyday tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f7fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003eIntel Core i5-2520M (2nd Gen Sandy Bridge), 2-core, 4-thread, 2.5GHz base \/ 3.2GHz boost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003e6GB DDR3 (upgradeable to 16GB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f7fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003e128GB SSD (2.5-inch SATA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003e14-inch HD+ (1600×900) anti-glare TN, non-touch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f7fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003eNo OS installed — buyer to supply (Linux, Windows 10 recommended)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGraphics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003eIntel HD Graphics 3000 (integrated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f7fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003eWiFi (802.11 b\/g\/n), Bluetooth 3.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePorts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003e2× USB 2.0, 1× USB 3.0, DisplayPort, VGA, RJ-45 Ethernet, headphone\/mic combo, SD card reader, Kensington lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f7fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCamera\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003e720p webcam with integrated microphone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003e14-inch clamshell laptop, MIL-SPEC durability tested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f7fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003e12 months — Reboot IT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eIs It Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color:#2e7d32;\"\u003e✓ Best For\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"margin:6px 0 0;padding-left:16px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eLinux users wanting a well-supported, reliable ThinkPad platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eStudents needing an affordable laptop for documents and light web browsing\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eIT professionals needing a spare or test machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eBuyers with an existing Windows licence who want value hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c62828;\"\u003e✗ Not For\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"margin:6px 0 0;padding-left:16px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eUsers who need Windows pre-installed out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eResource-intensive tasks: video editing, VMs, heavy software development\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eGamers — Intel HD 3000 is not suited to modern gaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eThose needing Windows 11 — 2nd Gen Intel does not meet Win 11 requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eCondition Grades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n    \u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #0060a9;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #0060a9;\"\u003eCosmetic Condition\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #0060a9;\"\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA — Excellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003eMinimal wear — very minor scuffing only. Looks near-new.\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003e70%+ capacity (30-day warranty)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f7fa;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;font-weight:600;\"\u003eB — Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003eLight cosmetic wear — minor scratches or scuffs. Fully functional.\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #dde3ea;\"\u003e50–70% capacity (30-day warranty)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eWhy is no operating system installed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eThe Intel Core i5-2520M (2nd Generation) does not meet Microsoft's minimum CPU requirements for Windows 11. Rather than install an outdated Windows version, we supply this unit OS-free so buyers can install their preferred OS — Linux (Ubuntu, Mint, Debian all work excellently), or Windows 10 using their own licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eWhat OS should I install?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eUbuntu LTS, Linux Mint, or Debian are excellent choices and have strong ThinkPad T420 compatibility. Linux Mint is particularly recommended for users new to Linux as it closely resembles the Windows interface. Windows 10 also works well with a valid licence — Microsoft extended support runs through October 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eCan the RAM be upgraded?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eYes — the T420 has two accessible SO-DIMM slots and supports up to 16GB DDR3. The current 6GB configuration uses a 4GB + 2GB combination. Upgrading to 8GB or 16GB is straightforward and significantly improves multitasking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eDoes it support an external monitor?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eYes — the T420 has both a DisplayPort and a VGA output. DisplayPort supports up to 2560×1600 on compatible monitors; VGA supports standard resolutions. This makes it easy to connect to a second display at a desk or presentation screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eWhat shipping is included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eFree standard Australia Post shipping is included across Australia. Express shipping is available at checkout for a small additional fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eDoes it include a charger?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eYes — a compatible Lenovo AC adapter is included with every unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0f6ff;border-left:4px solid #0060a9;padding:14px 16px;margin-top:20px;border-radius:0 4px 4px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#0060a9;\"\u003e12-Month Warranty — Reboot IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0 0;\"\u003eEvery Lenovo ThinkPad T420 sold by Reboot IT is covered by a full 12-month warranty. We've been refurbishing and reselling IT equipment in Melbourne since 2001. Each unit is professionally tested, cleaned, and graded before dispatch — including full component diagnostics, SSD health verification, display and port testing, and cosmetic grading. 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