WorkPad z50 by IBM – Specifications

Introducing the IBM WorkPad z50, released in 1999 May. Designed by IBM and manufactured by IBM, this Subnotebook is ideal for those who value .

The device features a Color DSTN LCD display with a size of and a resolution of providing a pixel density of 98 PPI PPI. It operates on ensuring smooth performance with its clocked at 131 MHz.

Noteworthy attributes include:

  • Storage and Memory: 16 MiB RAM, supported by a 16 MiB non-volatile internal storage.
  • Camera Capabilities: main sensor, capable of recording videos at .
  • Connectivity and Extras: with support for bands and advanced connectivity through and .
  • Power: Equipped with a battery, offering a capacity of .

Available in regions including at a price of .

Full Specifications of WorkPad z50

BrandIBM
ModelWorkPad z50
Released1999 May
Hardware DesignerIBM
ManufacturerIBM
Device CategorySubnotebook
List of Additional Features2x PCMCIA I./II. or 1x PCMCIA III. slot
Width 260 mm
10.24 inch
Height 202 mm
7.95 inch
Depth 26.5 mm
1.04 inches
Bounding Volume1391.8 ccm
Mass 1206 g
42.54 ounces
PlatformWindows (mobile-class)
Operating SystemMicrosoft Handheld PC 3.0 Professional Edition (Jupiter)
Operating System Kernel Version2
CPU Clock131 MHz
CPU NEC VR4121
1,999
64 bit
single-core
16 Kbyte I-Cache
8 Kbyte D-Cache
1024 Kbyte L2
RAM TypeEDO DRAM
RAM Capacity16 MiB RAM
Non-volatile Memory TypeEPROM
Non-volatile Memory InterfaceYes
Non-volatile Memory Capacity16 MiB non-volatile
Display Diagonal 208 mm
8.2 inch
Resolution 640x480
307200 pixels
Display Width 166.4 mm
6.55 inch
Display Height 124.8 mm
4.91 inch
Horizontal Full Bezel Width93.6 mm
Display Area20766.7 square millimeter
Display Area Utilization39.5%
Pixel Size0.26 mm/pixel
Pixel Density98 PPI
Display TypeColor DSTN LCD display
Display Color Depth16 bit/pixel
Number of Display Scales65,536
Display IlluminationYes
Display Light Reflection ModeYes
Display Subpixel SchemeYes
Scratch Resistant ScreenNo
Graphical ControllerN/A
A/V Out Yes
Proprietary
A/V Out Max. Resolution800x600 (SVGA)
Audio Channel(s)stereo
Microphone(s)mono
Microphone Input3.5mm
D/A Converter Nominal Resolution10 bit quantization
Loudspeaker(s):mono
Audio Output:3.5mm
Supported Cellular BandsNo
Sec. Supported Cellular Networks:No
KeyboardBuilt-in QWERTY
Number of keys74
Directional PadFour-way (without action button)-way
Scroll WheelPointing Stick
Expansion Interfaces PCMCIA I.
PCMCIA II.
PCMCIA III.
CF I.
CF II.
USB No
No
USB ConnectorNo
BluetoothNo
Wireless LANNo
IR IrDA 1.1
4Mbit/s (FIR)
SerialRecommended Standard 232
Serial Connector:Proprietary
Serial Data Rate:115200 bps
Modem:v.34bis (33.6kbit/s)
Modem Connector:6P4C (RJ-11)
Faxmodem:v.17 (14.4kbit/s)
FM Radio ReceiverNo
Supported GPS protocol(s)No
Camera Image SensorNo
FocusNo
FlashNo
Aux. Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 2 Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 3 Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 4 Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 4 Camera FocusNo
Secondary Camera SensorNo
Sec. Aux. Cam. Image SensorNo
Sec. Aux. 2 Cam. Image SensorNo
Built-in accelerometerNo
Protection from solid materialsYes
Protection from liquidsYes
Battery Lithium-ion
removable
2-cell
Nominal Cell Capacity (1st cell)1500 mAh cell
Estimated Battery Life8.0 hours
Market CountriesUSA
Market RegionsNorth America (NA)

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