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Last week, Lenovo introduced three new laptops, just in time for the release of Windows 7. Among the new laptops is the SL510, a 15-inch ThinkPad that performs extremely well and is made with small to medium-business budgets in mind.

<strong>Specs:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Intel Core 2 Duo P8700 Dual Core Mobile Processor</li>
<li>4GB PC3-8500 DDR3 Memory</li>
<li>320GB 7200rpm SATA Hard Drive</li>
<li>8x DVD+/-RW Dual Layer Burner</li>
<li>15.6" WXGA (1366×768) LED Backlit Display With 2.0 Megapixel Webcam</li>
<li>Intel GMA 4500MHD Integrated Graphics</li>
<li>Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n Wireless</li>
<li>Four USB 2.0, eSATA, HDMI, VGA, ExpressCard/34, 4-in-1 Card Reader</li>
<li>15" x 9.7" x 1.4"</li>
<li>5.7 lbs</li>
<li>Windows 7 Professional, Office 2007, Norton Internet Security</li>
</ul>
The ThinkPad SL510 isn’t exactly new. It’s an updated version of Lenovo’s original 15-inch business class laptop. The new version is not the prettiest laptop on the market – it’s very plain and boxy, with a 1.4 inch frame, but it performs well and at a $500 starting price, it’s a great deal for businesses and individuals on a budget.

And don’t let the outside fool you. The computer performs great with its Intel Core 2 Duo P8700 mobile processor combined with its 4GB of DDR3 memory, allowing it to zip through almost any application without compromising battery life.

Usability is also a plus. The keyboard, in traditional Lenovo fashion, is solid and easy to use. It also has a multitouch trackpad or the trackpoint if you’d prefer not to use the trackpad.