Lenovo Ideapad G550 2958-9PU 15.6-Inch Laptop (Black)

by Lenovo

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 15 x 1.4 inches ; 6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 8.2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B003N2OVOS
• Item model number: 2958-9PU
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (44 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,140 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: December 19, 2005

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

AFFORDABILITY REDEFINED. Fun is an affordable notebook that won’t let you down—the Lenovo G550 notebook with OneKey™ Rescue System.
An affordable notebook that doesn’t compromise on the basics, the Lenovo® G550 notebook delivers outstanding performance for everyday tasks thanks to the Intel® Pentium® Dual Core processor. It also features OneKey™ Rescue System for easy data backup and recovery, so you can spend more time on the things you love most - like listening to music on the stereo speakers and viewing videos on the 15.6" widescreen display. Plus, with VeriFace facial recognition software, your face is your password. Best of all, it’s from Lenovo, makers of the award-winning ThinkPad.

Lenovo G550 Notebook Key Features

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

• Intel Pentium Dual Core T4500 processor
• Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium
• 15.6 inch high-definition LED backlight display, 16:9 widescreen
• 250GB 5400rpm SATA hard drive
• 4GB DDR3 memory
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500M
• Integrated web camera
• High quality stereo speakers
• DVD reader/writer
• Numeric keypad for easier data logging and gaming

RELIABLE PORTABILITY

• Designed as a versatile but affordable notebook, built with durability in mind from the makers of ThinkPad®
• 6-cell battery. Battery life up to 4.5 hrs
• Integrated Ethernet/802.11b/g

REST EASY

• OneKey Rescue System for quick and easy data recovery and antivirus protection
• VeriFace facial recognition technology - a fun way to log in to your PC
• Microsoft Office Trial version

 

 

 

 

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OneKey Rescue System

OneKey Rescue System for quick & easy data recovery with anti virus protection. With the touch of a button, users can restore the system and recover valuable data. The OneKey Rescue System interface allows the user to quickly diagnose where a system corruption occurs, ensuring that recovery is fast and effective. OneKey Rescue System consists of 3 modules which can be accessed before booting into the OS, or in the case of OneKey Recovery can also be accessed in Windows (with limited functionality): OneKey AntiVirus Supports Norton Anti-virus, runs virus checking before entering operating system. OneKey Recovery Backup and recover system and user data. System Repair Automatically repair damage to critical system files.

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VeriFace Face Recognition

VeriFace face recognition - a fun way to log in your PC. Your face is your password and software supports multiple users. Login log review - Check who has tried to log into your computer. File encryption/decryption - Encrypt and decrypt sensitive files, using your face as the password. Live detection - Stops unauthorized users from using a photo of the owner to log in. Checks head movement and other characteristics to determine if a real person or a photo. Users can enable/ disable the live detection or set the sensitivity level according to their preference. Leave a video message - Unauthorized users can leave a video message for the computer owner to view when they return.

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Product Description

Affordability Redefined. Fun is an affordable notebook that won't let you down - the Lenovo G550 notebook with OneKey Rescue System. An affordable notebook that doesn't compromise on the basics - the Lenovo G550 notebook delivers excellent performance for everyday tasks thanks to the Intel Pentium Dual Core processor. It also features OneKey Rescue System for easy data backup and recovery, so you can spend more time on the things you love most - like listening to music on the stereo speakers and viewing videos on the 15.6-Inch widescreen display. Plus, with VeriFace facial recognition software, your face is your password. Best of all, it's from Lenovo, makers of the award-winning ThinkPad.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

64 of 67 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Laptop, July 14, 2010

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Paula MCK - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Lenovo Ideapad G550 2958-9PU 15.6-Inch Laptop (Black) (Personal Computers)

I was excited to get this laptop because the price was fantastic for the configuration.

I have had it for two weeks and so far I really like it. However, just one thing about it is kind of annoying: 1. The volume of the speakers is very very low. I'd go as far as saying it is not usable. Volume is fine with headphones or connected to my wireless speakers.

But its got lots of pros: Set up was a breeze, nice screen, super light, fast,doesn't get hot at all.

I have not been with it unplugged yet so can't speak for the battery life.
I do not believe there is a perfect laptop for $500, so considering the configuration, I think I chose well.

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Quality hardware for a cheap price, August 27, 2010

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Chaz Palio - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lenovo Ideapad G550 2958-9PU 15.6-Inch Laptop (Black) (Personal Computers)

I did a lot of research to find the best value at 450-500$ and I've narrowed my search down to this laptop.
quick processor, good amount of ram, good size screen.
We didn't get charged tax on this purchase, which was a pleasant surprise!
I like the design that lenovo used on this laptop, It's feels very strong and looks nice as well.
The performance is great for running everyday applications and multi-tasking but gaming is horrendous on this thing, no big deal though... It's a laptop.
There was lots of boatware to uninstall initially, more than I'm used to seeing.
The face recognition software is useless so don't let that feature bring you closer to this laptop.
The only downside that I've found is that I can't permanently disable the touch pad through the bios or even with the FN keys.
The only reason I gave the product 4/5 stars is because I'm nit picky.
Everything else is great!

32 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome laptop, August 9, 2010

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Strati G. Vourakis "Drjones" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lenovo Ideapad G550 2958-9PU 15.6-Inch Laptop (Black) (Personal Computers)

I purchased this laptop based on the specs alone, never having seen a Lenovo in person. Lenovo purchased IBM's PC division a few years ago, so I had some faith in the brand.

I was positively floored with the quality of this laptop - it is a very, very nice unit. I have purchased several for clients and one for my girlfriend - that's how nice this Lenovo laptop is.