[TP701c] New/Refurbished purchase, what should I be aware of?

[Calvin White <cwhite@micronet.net>]

    I just purchased a 701c from IBM for light word
processing and database entry at remote locations.  It's not
meant as a desktop replacement, so I can handle the slow
processor.

    I'm aware that the built in modem is rather slow, and
sometimes unreliable (stops working).  Are there any other
problem areas I should pay attention to?  The screen is an
obvious area I'll pay close attention to, but what about the
rest of the unit?  Anyone ever have any problems w/ the
Butterfly keyboard?  I assume it should move smoothly?  The
unit hasn't arrived yet, but IBM gives seven day money back
guarantee, so I'd like to go over it w/ a fine tooth comb
when it arrives.

    I plan to install Win95, possibly NT4 -- any
suggestions?

    I'm also in the market for an extremely small hardcover
case, preferably the aluminum sided type.  Plastic would
work fine too.  Any suggestions, I haven't seen any that are
very slim/small.