Can x40 connect to wireless broadband? Is the graphics ok for games that are not too demanding? Is it suitable for an 11yr old girl who wants to play games & use skype & internet? USB broadband, USB mouse, is there enough ports? Thanks.

1) Can the IBM ThinkPad X40 series of Notebook PC connect to a wireless broadband router?

I would plug in a USB wireless adapter that is Wireless N.
Example,

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=6076236&CatId=2688

2) Are the graphics OK for games that are not too demanding?

A) Processor:
Intel Pentium M processor, that with the highest option model, operates at 1200Megahertz. (1200MHz)

B) Ram Memory:
512MB's of PC2700 ram memory. (DDR Sdram at 333MHz. SO-DIMM ram memory)

C) Graphics chipset:
Intel 855GME chipset,

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Intel_chipsets#Pentium_4-M.2FPentium_M.2FCeleron_M_Mobile_chipsets

Like a slug crawling along in deep winter.


USB broadband, and USB mouse?

Sure.
Enough USB ports for this? There are 3 USB ports.

My recommendation is No, sir, or ma'am.
Hate to rain on a parade, but kids expect the laptop to perform gaming on top level, connect to the internet at lightning speed, and pour a soft drink at the same time.

(Kinda of what we adults expect)

She'll be bored with this laptop in a day.

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Regards,
joecoolvette