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Black ThinkPad W541 mobile workstation laptop closed, matte finish, red TrackPoint visible on keyboard deck

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad W541 laptop 32GB 1TB i7 15.6" FHD Quadro K1100M Ubuntu

SKU CH-S5DM-4TJ3G

A 15.6-inch FHD mobile workstation with an Intel Core i7, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD and NVIDIA Quadro K1100M graphics running Ubuntu

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro K1100M
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 32GB RAM handles large datasets and multitasking
  • 1TB SSD stores extensive project files locally
  • NVIDIA Quadro K1100M graphics accelerates professional 3D rendering
  • 6" FHD 1920x1080 display shows detailed visuals clearly
  • Ubuntu Linux OS provides stable open-source workstation environment

Lenovo ThinkPad W541 Mobile Workstation

The Lenovo ThinkPad W541 is a 15.6-inch mobile workstation running Ubuntu Linux. It combines an Intel Core i7 processor at 3.20GHz with 32GB of memory and a 1TB SSD. The NVIDIA Quadro K1100M GPU provides professional graphics for CAD and 3D rendering tasks. ISV certification covers over 100 applications for reliable performance.

Suited for Linux-based engineering

Professionals needing a certified Linux workstation for legacy CAD, DCC, or scientific applications will benefit from the Quadro K1100M and 32GB RAM. The spill-resistant keyboard and UltraNav pointing device support long mobile sessions. Buyers who require modern GPU compute APIs, real-time ray tracing, or 10-bit colour pipelines should look elsewhere, as this GPU predates those feature sets.

NVIDIA Quadro K1100M professional graphics

The K1100M drives the 1920x1080 FHD display and accelerates ISV-certified applications. It determines whether this system can handle your specific 3D models, rendering plugins, or simulation workloads. Verify your software vendor's certification list against this GPU before purchase. The 1TB SSD and 32GB memory complement the graphics subsystem for large assemblies.

How it compares

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Price $1,211.99
Pricier than about 80% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 32 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Product lineThinkpad W541
Model nameThinkPad
Part number20EF
Product colorBlack
Product typeWorkstation
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7
Processor model3.2 GHz
Memory
Memory size32 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro K1100M
Connectivity
Bluetooth support4.0
Ports & slots
USB ports4
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemUbuntu
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav

Questions about this item

Will the 15.6" FHD 1920x1080 display work with my older docking station that only supports lower resolutions?

The 15.6 inch panel runs at 1920x1080 native resolution; it will downscale to match any lower-resolution dock output without issue.

How can I confirm the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M GPU is active after installing Ubuntu?

Open a terminal and run the command nvidia-smi; it will list the K1100M with driver version and memory usage if the card is working.

Does the box include the DVD recordable drive or must I buy an external one?

The DVD recordable drive is built into the chassis, so no separate optical drive is required.

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