Its specs:-
* Windows 7 Home Premium preloaded
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* Learn more about Intel® processors.
Information provided by Intel.

Intel Core i3 logo with 3-star Intel rating
What’s Included

* Gateway Laptop with Intel® Core™ i3 Processor
* 6-cell lithium-ion battery
* Power cable
* Software: Adobe Reader 9; Microsoft Works 9
* Owner’s manual

Product Features

* Intel® Core™ i3-330M processor
Features a 1066MHz frontside bus, 3MB L2 cache and 2.13GHz processor speed.
* Intel® Core i3 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance for HD quality computing. Intel® HD Graphics provide extra graphics power for your laptop when you need it.
* 4GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking power, expandable to 8GB.
* Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL or DVD-R DL media.
* 17.3" LCD high-definition widescreen display
With Ultrabright technology and 1600 x 900 resolution showcases movies and games in stunning clarity.
* 500GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
* Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator HD
Features 128MB dedicated video memory with Microsoft DirectX 10 support. HDMI port for connection to an HDTV. Two built-in speakers with high-definition audio support.
* Built-in webcam and microphone
Make it easy to video chat with family and friends.
* Multi-in-1 media reader
Supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card formats.
* 4 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
* Built-in wireless LAN (802.11b/g/draft-n)
Wirelessly connect to the Internet.
* Built-in 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN
With RJ-45 connector and 56 Kbps modem for quick and easy wired Web connection.
* Weighs 7.4 lbs. and measures just 1.4" thin
For portable power.
* Fair battery life
Of up to 2 hours.
* Honeycomb design with glossy NightSky black lid
For a stylish look.
* Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system preinstalled
Provides a stable computing platform.
* Best Buy Software Installer
Personalize your PC! Discover and install just the software and services you want. Learn more.
* Software package included
With Adobe Reader 9 and Microsoft Works 9. 60-day trail version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 also included.
* ENERGY STAR qualified
Designed to use less energy and meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy.
* Intel, Pentium, Celeron, Centrino, Core, Viiv, Intel Inside and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
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Its 0, if you have it, are there any problems with it?should i buy it or not?

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I have narrowed my search for a laptop down to 2 Toshiba models, both for under 600 bucks. I am a college student, who needs a laptop for School, Internet, Email, Pictures, and to maybe watch Movies and burn music when I am bored. Portability is important, and so is battery life. I am hesitant to purchase, because I do now want to make the wrong decision. Any suggestions would be helpful. here are the Specs

Toshiba Model # Model: L355D-S7815
AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor QL-60* with 64-bit platform, HyperTransport™ and AMD PowerNow!™ technologies and improved security with Enhanced Virus Protection**
3GB PC-6400 DDR2 memory for multitasking power, expandable up to 4GB
Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media; supports DVD-RAM; also supports Labelflash direct-disc labels using compatible Labelflash media
AMD dual-core technology enables you to work or play with multiple programs without impacting performance; AMD64 technology provides simultaneous support for 32-bit and 64-bit computing
17" WXGA+ TFT-LCD widescreen display with TruBrite technology and 1440 x 900 resolution; native support for 720p content
160GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
ATI RADEON X3100 graphics with 256MB-1406MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory; S-video TV-out
CD/DVD launch and control buttons, including play, stop, previous track and next track
5-in-1 bridge media adapter supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card
3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer
Built-in Atheros high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g); 10/100 Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector; 56 Kbps high-speed modem
Weighs 6.9 lbs. and measures 1.7" thin for portable power; lithium-ion battery and AC adapter

The Other is a Toshiba Model # L305D-S5868 AMD Turion™ X2 dual-core mobile processor RM-70* for true multicore processing; HyperTransport™ 3.0, AMD PowerNow!™ and AMD CoolCore™ technologies to extend battery life; improved security with Enhanced Virus Protection**
2GB PC6400 DDR2 SDRAM for multitasking power, expandable to 4GB
Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media; also supports DVD-RAM
15.4" WXGA widescreen display with TruBrite technology and 1280 x 800 resolution; native resolution support for 720p content
250GB SATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
ATI RADEON 3100 graphics with 256MB-894MB shared video memory
CD/DVD control buttons include play/pause, stop, previous track and next track
Built-in webcam with microphone makes it easy to chat with and send video mail to family and friends
5-in-1 bridge media adapter supports Secure Digital, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard and xD Picture Card
3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer
Built-in Atheros high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g); 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector; 56 kbps modem
Weighs 5.5 lbs. and measures just 1.3" thin for portable power; lithium-ion battery

The laptop will not be used for gaming..

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I can’t decide whether to get the dell studio xps or the latitude?
its for college.

dell latitude e5410
Intel® Core™ i5-520M (2.4GHz, 3M cache) with Turbo Boost Technology
Genuine Windows® 7 Professional, 32-bit, with XP Mode Installed, No Media
4.0GB, DDR3-1333 SDRAM, 2 DIMMS
250GB1 7200rpm Hard Drive
14.1 inch Wide Screen WXGA Anti-glare LED Panel
Trend Micro Internet Security 30 Day trial – English
8X DVD+/-RW w/Roxio and Cyberlink PowerDVD™, no media
Express Card without modem
Digital Microphone
Dell Wireless™ 1501 802.11b/g/n Half Mini Card
6 Cell Battery

xps
From our expanded online assortment; not available in all Best Buy stores
Intel® Core™ i5-430M processor
Features 3MB cache and 2.53GHz Turbo Boost processor speed.
Intel® Core™ i5 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance with a speed boost.
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
Delivers extra performance when you need it and increased energy efficiency when you don’t.
4GB DDR3 SDRAM
For multitasking power, expandable to 8GB.
DVD±RW/CD-RW drive
Burn custom CDs and DVDs.
15.6" LED-LCD HD+ widescreen display
With edge-to-edge technology delivers intense detail and clarity.
640GB Serial ATA hard drive (7200 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
Built-in fingerprint reader
Protects sensitive information.
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4670 graphics
Feature 1GB dedicated video memory for impressive image detail. HDMI output for connection to an HDTV or HD monitor.
Built-in 2.0MP webcam
Makes it easy to video chat with and send video mail to family and friends.
8-in-1 media reader
Supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital Input/Output, Secure Digital High Capacity, High Speed Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card formats.
IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface and 2 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer. One eSATA/USB combo port.
Dell 1520 Wireless LAN card (802.11a/b/g/n)
Connects you to the Internet without wires.
Built-in 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN
With RJ-45 connector for quick and easy wired Web connection.
Weighs only 6.4 lbs. and measures just 1.3" thin
For portable power.
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system preinstalled
Provides a stable computing platform.

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my laptop features:
# AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile Technology TL-60
Operates at high efficiency with 2.0 GHz and 1MB L2 Cache; HyperTransport Technology at up to 800MHz with AMD M690G chipset
# 4GB PC6400 DDR2 SDRAM
Use multiple appliations without a decrease in performance
# 250GB (5400 RPM) Serial ATA hard disk drive
Store music, documents, photos and large video files
# DVD SuperMulti (+/- double layer) drive with Labelflash supporting 11 formats
Maximum speed and compatibility: CD-ROM (24x), CD-R (24x), CD-RW (16x), DVD-ROM (8x), DVD-R (Single Layer, (8x), DVD-R (Double Layer, (4x), DVD-RW (6x), DVD+R (Single Layer, (8x), DVD+R (Double Layer, (4x), DVD+RW (8x), DVDRAM (5x); supports Labelflash media to burn high quality labels
# 17.1" diagonal widescreen TruBrite® TFT LCD display at 1440 x 900 native resolution
Native support for 720p content plus ATI Radeon X1250 Graphics with 128MB-831MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
# Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium (SP1,64-bit version)
Makes your computing experience safer and more secure
# Additional Features
# ATI Radeon X1250 Graphics with 128MB-831MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
# Built-in harman/kardon stereo speakers, Sound volume control dial, Built-in microphone
# 104 key US with 10-key
# TouchPad pointing device
# TouchPad Enable/Disable
# TOSHIBA Console Buttons:
# Mute button
# LED On/Off
# CD/DVD control buttons (Play/Pause, Stop, Previous Track, Next Track)
# Webcam and microphone built into LCD bezel
# 10/100 Ethernet
# Integrated Wi-Fi® compliant wireless:
# Atheros® 802.11b/g wireless-LAN Expandability
# 2 main memory slots. Both slots may be occupied.
# ExpressCard slot (ExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54)
# 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter
# Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMedia Card, xD Picture Card
# Video, RGB (monitor) output port, S-Video output port
# Audio, S/P DIF output port (shared with headphone port)
# Microphone input port, Headphone output port
# Data
# i.LINK IEEE-1394
# USB v2.0 – 4 ports with USB Sleep and Charg
# RJ-45 LAN port, RJ-11 modem port

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AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile Technology TL-60
Operates at high efficiency with 2.0 GHz and 1MB L2 Cache; HyperTransport Technology at up to 800MHz with AMD M690G chipset
# 4GB PC6400 DDR2 SDRAM
Use multiple appliations without a decrease in performance
# 250GB (5400 RPM) Serial ATA hard disk drive
Store music, documents, photos and large video files
# DVD SuperMulti (+/- double layer) drive with Labelflash supporting 11 formats
Maximum speed and compatibility: CD-ROM (24x), CD-R (24x), CD-RW (16x), DVD-ROM (8x), DVD-R (Single Layer, (8x), DVD-R (Double Layer, (4x), DVD-RW (6x), DVD+R (Single Layer, (8x), DVD+R (Double Layer, (4x), DVD+RW (8x), DVDRAM (5x); supports Labelflash media to burn high quality labels
# 17.1" diagonal widescreen TruBrite? TFT LCD display at 1440 x 900 native resolution
Native support for 720p content plus ATI Radeon X1250 Graphics with 128MB-831MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
# Genuine Windows Vista? Home Premium (SP1,64-bit version)
Makes your computing experience safer and more secure
# Additional Features
# ATI Radeon X1250 Graphics with 128MB-831MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
# Built-in harman/kardon stereo speakers, Sound volume control dial, Built-in microphone
# 104 key US with 10-key
# TouchPad pointing device
# TouchPad Enable/Disable
# TOSHIBA Console Buttons:
# Mute button
# LED On/Off
# CD/DVD control buttons (Play/Pause, Stop, Previous Track, Next Track)
# Webcam and microphone built into LCD bezel
# 10/100 Ethernet
# Integrated Wi-Fi? compliant wireless:
# Atheros? 802.11b/g wireless-LAN Expandability
# 2 main memory slots. Both slots may be occupied.
# ExpressCard slot (ExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54)
# 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter
# Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMedia Card, xD Picture Card
# Video, RGB (monitor) output port, S-Video output port
# Audio, S/P DIF output port (shared with headphone port)
# Microphone input port, Headphone output port
# Data
# i.LINK IEEE-1394
# USB v2.0 – 4 ports with USB Sleep and Charg
# RJ-45 LAN port, RJ-11 modem port

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my laptop features:
# AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile Technology TL-60
Operates at high efficiency with 2.0 GHz and 1MB L2 Cache; HyperTransport Technology at up to 800MHz with AMD M690G chipset
# 4GB PC6400 DDR2 SDRAM
Use multiple appliations without a decrease in performance
# 250GB (5400 RPM) Serial ATA hard disk drive
Store music, documents, photos and large video files
# DVD SuperMulti (+/- double layer) drive with Labelflash supporting 11 formats
Maximum speed and compatibility: CD-ROM (24x), CD-R (24x), CD-RW (16x), DVD-ROM (8x), DVD-R (Single Layer, (8x), DVD-R (Double Layer, (4x), DVD-RW (6x), DVD+R (Single Layer, (8x), DVD+R (Double Layer, (4x), DVD+RW (8x), DVDRAM (5x); supports Labelflash media to burn high quality labels
# 17.1" diagonal widescreen TruBrite® TFT LCD display at 1440 x 900 native resolution
Native support for 720p content plus ATI Radeon X1250 Graphics with 128MB-831MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
# Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium (SP1,64-bit version)
Makes your computing experience safer and more secure
# Additional Features
# ATI Radeon X1250 Graphics with 128MB-831MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
# Built-in harman/kardon stereo speakers, Sound volume control dial, Built-in microphone
# 104 key US with 10-key
# TouchPad pointing device
# TouchPad Enable/Disable
# TOSHIBA Console Buttons:
# Mute button
# LED On/Off
# CD/DVD control buttons (Play/Pause, Stop, Previous Track, Next Track)
# Webcam and microphone built into LCD bezel
# 10/100 Ethernet
# Integrated Wi-Fi® compliant wireless:
# Atheros® 802.11b/g wireless-LAN Expandability
# 2 main memory slots. Both slots may be occupied.
# ExpressCard slot (ExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54)
# 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter
# Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMedia Card, xD Picture Card
# Video, RGB (monitor) output port, S-Video output port
# Audio, S/P DIF output port (shared with headphone port)
# Microphone input port, Headphone output port
# Data
# i.LINK IEEE-1394
# USB v2.0 – 4 ports with USB Sleep and Charg
# RJ-45 LAN port, RJ-11 modem port

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The computer im going to buy has these specs:
Product Features

AMD dual-core technology enables you to work or play with multiple programs without impacting performance; AMD64 technology provides simultaneous support for 32-bit and 64-bit computing; 512KB + 512KB L2 cache memory for efficient processing

15.4" WXGA high-definition widescreen display with BrightView technology and 1280 x 800 resolution

160GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)

NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 (UMA) graphics with up to 559MB total available graphics memory; S-video TV-out

QuickPlay touch-sensitive music and DVD controls; HP mobile remote and ear bud headphones included

Built-in HP Web cam and integrated microphone make it easy to chat with family and friends

5-in-1 digital media reader supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card

IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface and 3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer

Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g); 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector; 56 Kbps high-speed modem; Expansion Port 3 connector

Weighs 6.8 lbs. and measures just 1.6" thin for portable power; lithium-ion battery and AC adapter

Long-lasting HP imprint high-gloss finish and silver interior with inlaid wave design; backlit media control panel

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition operating system preinstalled; software package included with HP Photosmart Essentials, muvee autoProducer DVD Basic Edition, Roxio Creator 9 Basic and more

Learn more about Windows Vista

AMD, AMD Arrow logo, AMD Turion, AMD PowerNow!, HyperTransport and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

*Model number indicates relative mobility and performance among this AMD processor class.

**AMD’s Enhanced Virus Protection provides additional protection against buffer overflow viruses. AMD and its partners strongly recommend you continue to use third-party anti-virus software as part of your total security solution.

Product Details

Warranty Terms – Parts 1 year limited

Warranty Terms – Labor 1 year limited

Product Height 1.6"

Product Width 14.1"

Product Weight 6.8 lbs.

Product Depth 10.1"

Processor Brand AMD Turion(TM) 64 X2

Processor Speed 1.8GHz

Display Type WXGA high-definition widescreen with BrightView technology (1280 x 800)

Screen Size 15.4"

System Bus Up to 1600MHz

Cache Memory 512KB + 512KB on die Level 2

System Memory (RAM) 2GB

System Memory (RAM) Expandable To Nonexpandable

Type of Memory (RAM) DDR2

Hard Drive Type SATA (5400 rpm)

Hard Drive Size 160GB

Optical Drive Double-layer DVD±RW/CD-RW

Optical Drive Speeds Drive speeds not available

Direct-Disc Labeling No

Digital Media Reader or Slots Yes, digital media card reader

Diskette Drive No

Graphics NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 (UMA)

Video Memory Up to 559MB total available graphics memory

Personal Video Recorder (PVR) No

TV Tuner No

MPEG Yes

Modem 56 Kbps*
*Capable of receiving 56 Kbps downloads. However, current regulations limit download speed to 53 Kbps.

Networking Built-in 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector)

Wireless Networking Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g)

S-Video Outputs 1

Additional Audio/Video Connectors 1 SPDIF digital audio out

Audio Altec Lansing

PCMCIA Slots 1 ExpressCard 34/54

USB 2.0 Ports 3

IEEE 1394 FireWire Ports 1

Parallel Ports None

Serial Ports None

Game Ports None

Notebook Weight Standard (more than 6 lbs.)

Battery Type Lithium-ion

Pointing Device Touchpad with on/off and dedicated vertical scroll up/down pad

Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium

Included Software Microsoft Works; Adobe Acrobat Reader; Hewlett-Packard QuickPlay, Photosmart Essentials; muvee autoProducer Basic Edition; Roxio Creator 9 Basic and more

Included Accessories HP mobile remote, ear bud headphones

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I just bought a HP Pavilion dv6916nr laptop,

Product Features

* AMD Turion™ X2 dual-core mobile processor TL-60* for true multicore processing; HyperTransport™ 3.0, AMD PowerNow!™ and AMD CoolCore™ technologies to extend battery life; improved security with Enhanced Virus Protection**
* 3GB DDR2 memory for multitasking power, expandable to 4GB
* Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible media; supports DVD-RAM; also supports LightScribe direct-disc labels using compatible LightScribe media

* AMD dual-core technology enables you to work or play with multiple programs without impacting performance; AMD64 technology provides simultaneous support for 32-bit and 64-bit computing; 512KB 512KB L2 cache memory for efficient processing
* 15.4" WXGA high-definition widescreen display with BrightView technology and 1280 x 800 resolution
* 200GB SATA hard drive (4200 rpm)
* NVIDIA GeForce Go 7150M (UMA) graphics with up to 1071MB shared video memory; S-video TV-out
* QuickPlay touch-sensitive music and DVD controls; HP mobile remote and ear bud headphones included
* Built-in Pavilion webcam with integrated microphone makes it easy to chat with and send video mail to family and friends
* 5-in-1 digital media reader supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card
* IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface and 3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer
* Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g); 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector; 56 Kbps high-speed modem
* Weighs 6.1 lbs. and measures just 1.6" thin for portable power; lithium-ion battery and AC adapter
* Long-lasting, high-gloss HP Imprint Radiance wave finish
* Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition operating system with Service Pack 1 (SP1) preinstalled; software package included with HP Photosmart Essentials and more; 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office 2007 Student and Teacher Edition included
is it going to handle (and how well) the following games:

Delta Force: Black Hawk Down
America’s Army
Call of Duty
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 and up?

Please let me know if there are similar games out there that i could play with this notebook please, thank you.

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The computer im going to buy has these specs:
Product Features

AMD dual-core technology enables you to work or play with multiple programs without impacting performance; AMD64 technology provides simultaneous support for 32-bit and 64-bit computing; 512KB + 512KB L2 cache memory for efficient processing

15.4" WXGA high-definition widescreen display with BrightView technology and 1280 x 800 resolution

160GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)

NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 (UMA) graphics with up to 559MB total available graphics memory; S-video TV-out

QuickPlay touch-sensitive music and DVD controls; HP mobile remote and ear bud headphones included

Built-in HP Web cam and integrated microphone make it easy to chat with family and friends

5-in-1 digital media reader supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card

IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface and 3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer

Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g); 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector; 56 Kbps high-speed modem; Expansion Port 3 connector

Weighs 6.8 lbs. and measures just 1.6" thin for portable power; lithium-ion battery and AC adapter

Long-lasting HP imprint high-gloss finish and silver interior with inlaid wave design; backlit media control panel

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition operating system preinstalled; software package included with HP Photosmart Essentials, muvee autoProducer DVD Basic Edition, Roxio Creator 9 Basic and more

Learn more about Windows Vista

AMD, AMD Arrow logo, AMD Turion, AMD PowerNow!, HyperTransport and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

*Model number indicates relative mobility and performance among this AMD processor class.

**AMD’s Enhanced Virus Protection provides additional protection against buffer overflow viruses. AMD and its partners strongly recommend you continue to use third-party anti-virus software as part of your total security solution.

Product Details

Warranty Terms – Parts 1 year limited

Warranty Terms – Labor 1 year limited

Product Height 1.6"

Product Width 14.1"

Product Weight 6.8 lbs.

Product Depth 10.1"

Processor Brand AMD Turion(TM) 64 X2

Processor Speed 1.8GHz

Display Type WXGA high-definition widescreen with BrightView technology (1280 x 800)

Screen Size 15.4"

System Bus Up to 1600MHz

Cache Memory 512KB + 512KB on die Level 2

System Memory (RAM) 2GB

System Memory (RAM) Expandable To Nonexpandable

Type of Memory (RAM) DDR2

Hard Drive Type SATA (5400 rpm)

Hard Drive Size 160GB

Optical Drive Double-layer DVD±RW/CD-RW

Optical Drive Speeds Drive speeds not available

Direct-Disc Labeling No

Digital Media Reader or Slots Yes, digital media card reader

Diskette Drive No

Graphics NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 (UMA)

Video Memory Up to 559MB total available graphics memory

Personal Video Recorder (PVR) No

TV Tuner No

MPEG Yes

Modem 56 Kbps*
*Capable of receiving 56 Kbps downloads. However, current regulations limit download speed to 53 Kbps.

Networking Built-in 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector)

Wireless Networking Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g)

S-Video Outputs 1

Additional Audio/Video Connectors 1 SPDIF digital audio out

Audio Altec Lansing

PCMCIA Slots 1 ExpressCard 34/54

USB 2.0 Ports 3

IEEE 1394 FireWire Ports 1

Parallel Ports None

Serial Ports None

Game Ports None

Notebook Weight Standard (more than 6 lbs.)

Battery Type Lithium-ion

Pointing Device Touchpad with on/off and dedicated vertical scroll up/down pad

Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium

Included Software Microsoft Works; Adobe Acrobat Reader; Hewlett-Packard QuickPlay, Photosmart Essentials; muvee autoProducer Basic Edition; Roxio Creator 9 Basic and more

Included Accessories HP mobile remote, ear bud headphones

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Product Features
AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor TK-57* with 64-bit platform, HyperTransport™ and AMD PowerNow!™ technologies and Enhanced Virus Protection**
2GB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM for multitasking power, expandable to 4GB
Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD-R DL or DVD+R DL media; also supports DVD-RAM
AMD dual-core technology enables you to work or play with multiple programs without impacting performance; AMD64 technology provides simultaneous support for 32-bit and 64-bit computing; 256KB + 256KB L2 cache memory for efficient processing
14.1" WXGA TFT-LCD widescreen display with CrystalBrite technology and 1280 x 800 resolution
160GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
ATI RADEON X1250 graphics with up to 896MB HyperMemory; Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers with high-definition audio support; S-video TV-out
5-in-1 media card reader supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card
IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface and 4 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer
Built-in Acer InviLink wireless LAN (802.11b/g); Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector; V.92 high-speed modem
Weighs 5.4 lbs. and measures just 1.6" thin for easy portability; lithium-ion battery
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition operating system with Service Pack 1 (SP1) preinstalled; software package included with Acer GridVista, CyberLink PowerDVD and more; 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office 2007 also included
Learn more about Windows Vista
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