{"product_id":"lenovo-thinkpad-t480-i7-8550u-16gb-256gb-ssd-14-fhd-dual-bats-backlit-kb-1333","title":"Lenovo ThinkPad T480 i7-8550U 16GB 256GB SSD 14\" FHD Dual Bats Backlit KB (1333)","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/doHfQWSNCo4?si=CC6ZiBYIJVc65HwX\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Specifications \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor - \u003c\/strong\u003eIntel i7 8550U 1.8Ghz to 4.1Ghz 8MB Cache\u003cstrong\u003e 4 cores 8 threads\u003c\/strong\u003e (Kaby Lake-R Socket 1356)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Memory - 16GB\u003c\/strong\u003e DDR4 2 x 8GB removable modules (64GB Max Supported)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage -\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e  256GB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid State Hard Drive - Up to 10 times faster than a traditional mechanical drive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay \u003c\/strong\u003e- 14\" \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eIPS FHD SCREEN anti-glare 1920 x 1080\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eresolution 250 nits 170 degree viewing angle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphics\u003c\/strong\u003e - Intel UHD Graphics 620\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinger Print Reader\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUK Layout Backlit Keyboard \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePorts - \u003c\/strong\u003e2 x USB 3.1, 1 x USB-C Thunderbolt 3, 1 x HDMI 1.4d, 1 x Ethernet (RJ-45), 4-in-1 reader (MMC,SDHC, SDXC), \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Card Reader\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWIFI \u0026amp; Bluetooth - \u003c\/strong\u003eIntel integrated WIFI \u0026amp; Bluetooth 4.1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio - \u003c\/strong\u003eRealtek HD Audio speakers, Audio \u0026amp; Microphone jack \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWebcam -\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eHD720p integrated webcam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery -\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x replacement external 6 cell battery \u0026amp; 1 x replacement internal 3 cell \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight - \u003c\/strong\u003e1.78Kgs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAC Adaptor - \u003c\/strong\u003eReplacement\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e65W USB- C with UK plug\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating System - \u003c\/strong\u003eMicrosoft Windows 11 64 bit Professional\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen office -\u003c\/strong\u003e Open source (free) word, excel, power point \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Virus\u003c\/strong\u003e - Microsoft Defender \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeb Browsers \u003c\/strong\u003e- Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e - Lenovo System Update Utility, Lenovo Vantage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedia Players\u003c\/strong\u003e - VLC Player \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Apps (Free Versions)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Core Temperature App, Crystal Disk Info App, Battery Info App\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenovo ThinkPad T480 – Powerful \u0026amp; Reliable Business Laptop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by an Intel Core i7-8550U processor and supported by 16GB of RAM \u0026amp; a 256GB M.2 SSD, the system delivers smooth and responsive performance for everyday computing, professional tasks, and multitasking. The \u003cstrong\u003e14-inch Full HD IPS display\u003c\/strong\u003e provides clear visuals and wide viewing angles, making it suitable for both productivity and media use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with business users in mind, the inclusion of a \u003cstrong\u003esmart card reader and fingerprint reader\u003c\/strong\u003e adds an extra layer of security, while the \u003cstrong\u003eUK layout backlit keyboard\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures comfortable use in any environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit is fitted with\u003cstrong\u003e two batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e a replacement 6-cell external and a replacement internal 3 cell battery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to Lenovo’s renowned ThinkPad standards, this T480 remains a durable and dependable choice—ideal for users seeking a practical, secure, and slightly unique configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally refurbished, tested, and ready to work straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BIOS of this laptop has no password set or restrictions, providing easy access and customization options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSSD \u0026amp; RAM upgrades available contact me with your required size for a quote - thinkpadmike@hotmail.com\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis laptop is in \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Refurbished Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, as shown in the pictures and video. It has been carefully \u003cstrong\u003erefurbished\u003c\/strong\u003e and functions perfectly, with only a few very minor cosmetic imperfections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid: \u003c\/strong\u003eA few minor scuffs and scratch marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom case : \u003c\/strong\u003eA few minor scuffs and scratch marks, the battery is missing one of the rubber feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalmrest\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tiny very slight dink to the front left corner very minor as shown in the picture and video\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very small faint white blemish to the upper middle, as shown in the product video very minor and hard to see \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese minor imperfections do not affect the laptop’s performance. Please refer to the pictures and video for a closer look at the laptop’s condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePreparation, Diagnostics \u0026amp; Cleaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal fan has been removed cleaned, hoovered then new thermal paste applied to the heatsink, fan re-seated and sprayed with compressed air to ensure of a cool quiet running experience as you can see from the good processor temperature reading via the Core Temp App. The motherboard is checked for any signs of liquid spills and sprayed with compressed air to remove any dust or debris. The keyboard has been fully tested and cleaned with a sanitizer solution  to remove any dirt and grime! All exteriors of the laptop are then cleaned with a sanitizer solution using a microfiber cloth. 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