KOHJINSHA DZ GETS REBRANDED AS ONKYO DX

Kohjinsha made news a couple of months ago by releasing a laptop with two side-by-side displays. The Kohjinsha DZ as it is called is only available in Japan. Now another dual-screen laptop has also hit the Japanese market. The Onkyo DX appears to be a rebranded version of the Kohjinsha DZ. It is also only available in Japan.

The Onkyo DX has two 1366 x 768 pixel displays. Other specifications include a 1.6 GHz AMD Athlon Neo MV-40 processor, ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics, up to 4GB of RAM and a 320GB hard drive. There are 3 USB ports. The connectivity options include Bluetooth 2.1, 802.11b/g/n WiFi and Ethernet. The machine runs Windows 7 Home Premium.

Pricing and Availability
The Onkyo DX is now available for purchase in Japan. But at ¥84,800 or about $961 US, it is awfully expensive for a laptop of this size and capabilities.

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LENOVO LAUNCHES ITS NEW MODEL IDEAPAD Y550

Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 is the latest laptop model launched by Lenovo, which they claim is the best fit for all type of users whether it is official or personal work this is the Notebook which suits you all. Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 has a 15.6 inch LED display and can support high end things which the other notebooks couldn’t offer. This has list of system options which has an Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GT 240M for high end graphics whereas normal affordable configuration has a standard Intel Core 2 Duo processors and integrated graphics.

The most common specifications of this model is the following

Operating system: Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 2 or Windows 7 with 64-bit processor

Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T6400 2.0GHz (2MB Cache, 800MHz FSB)

Max RAM Supported: 4GB DDR3 SDRAM (1066MHz)

Hard Disk: 320GB 5400 rpm SATA HDD

Monitor: 15.6-inch LED-backlit WXGA display (glossy, 1366x768)

Graphics card: Intel X4500MHD integrated graphics

The following are the specifications of Ports and Connectors: Two USB 2.0 ports, One eSATA/USB Combo, One VGA, One HDMI, One SDHC-Card reader, One RJ-45/Ethernet (Gigabit), One Stereo Headphone/line out, One stereo microphone in and it also has a 1.3 megapixel web camera.

Dimensions: (Length x Width x Height) 15.2 inch x 10.0 inch x 1.02 inch to 1.5 inch

Weight: 5 lbs 13.5 oz

Battery Specifications: 11.1 Volts 56Watt hour 6-cell battery

It also has One-year standard warranty across the globe.

The Design of Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 looks robust and stylish, the exterior view is more stylish when it is compared with its other competitors, this looks so modern, which makes it more stylish with the contrasting color texture, and also its slight weight, thin and flat. The LED monitor adds the advantage over the other brands and the previous models from Lenovo itself since they had LCD monitor. The finishing is also good with smooth edges and sharp curves. The speakers are really good and they give such an immense feel which makes you think that these are not just ordinary stereo speakers. The drivers are available over the internet incase you don’t want to buy it with OS and later if you want to install it on your own it is simple and easy. And the best supported screen configuration which makes it look ultra digital is 1366 x 768. There are other resolutions also, the HD resolutions are as good as an LCD TV and it is sure worth the cost it is spent for the same.

Then about the usage and battery backup as the previous models it is easy and has a very good battery back up of two hours and above. The graphics support is ultimate. The advantage of this product is that it is good and can stand the best for years to come and the disadvantage is that its bit expensive but when you compare its cost with the performance it definitely is a best buy. This is so far the best laptop I ever came across, you can also checkout the reviews over the net and everyone I believe will feel the same.

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SAMSUNG N140 NETBOOK REVIEW

The most remarkable feature of the Samsung N140 is its bright matte display. Most netbooks in the market have glossy displays which can be difficult to read in bright surroundings.

Samsung N140 Specs
The Samsung N140 is available in Blue or Burgundy.
Review laptop specifications
Display: 10.1 inch matte display with 1024 x 600 pixels
Processor: Intel Atom N280 (1.6GHz) processor
Graphics: Intel GMA 950 graphics
Memory: 1 GB
Storage: 250 GB Hard drive (5400 rpm)
Operating system: Windows 7 Home Premium (Default – Windows 7 Starter)

Build / Feel
The Samsung N140 has an all matte interior which prevents it from collecting finger prints. The keyboard, display, palm rests and the screen bezel all have a matte finish. On the flip side the screen lid is glossy and very good at picking up fingerprints.

There is a silver rim around the edge of the chassis which lends the notebook a classy look. Build quality is reasonably good, and design is very attractive.

Keyboard
The Samsung N140 has a nearly full sized keyboard which occupies all the space on the chassis. The keyboard is very good. In fact, it is better than the keyboard on most 10 inch netbooks in the market. The keyboard is very sturdy and doesn’t show any flex at all.

Touchpad
There is a silver rimming around the touchpad. The touchpad supports multi-touch gestures including two-finger scrolling, zooming and pinching. It is the right size for a 10 inch netbook. Sensitivity is good. The touchpad doesn’t have separate left and right buttons. The single bar is easy to press and shows no stiffness at all. But it is a bit noisy when pressed.

Display
The Samsung N140 is one of the few netbooks in the market with a matte display. The display is very bright but it isn’t quite as sharp as glossy displays. Viewing angles are satisfactory. In fact, horizontal viewing angles are very good. While the screen itself is good, the lid does have some limitations. You can’t open the lid beyond 135 degrees. Another downside is the low resolution of the display which has only 1024 x 600 pixels. Samsung, however, has included a resolution application that allows you to raise the resolution to 1024 x 768 pixels.

Ports and Slots
There are 3 USB ports. Other features include LAN 10/100, WiFi 802.11b/g/n, 0.3 megapixel webcam, VGA, card reader, headphone and microphone jacks. There is no HDMI. The US model also doesn’t have Bluetooth.

Speakers / Audio
The stereo speakers come with SRS TruSurround XT, SRS WOW XT and SRS CS Headphone technology. Audio quality is very good.

Noise and heat
The Samsung N140 is almost silent. You have to try really hard to hear the fan humming even in a quiet room. Heat levels are within normal limits. The laptop does get a bit warm under heavy loads, but nothing unusual.

Battery Life
Most netbooks now offer all day battery life, but the Samsung N140 disappoints in this department. It has a 6-cell battery rated at 5,200mAh. While Samsung’s product page claims that the battery will offer up to 9.5 hours of uptime, in real usage, you will get only around 5 hours.

Performance
Don’t expect too much out of a netbook. These machines are powered by low power Atom processors. Samsung N140 is no different. It has enough power to handle everyday tasks. You will have no difficulty processing MS Office documents. You can browse the web with multiple tabs open. You can also run multiple applications at the same. But you won’t be able to play 3D games. You can’t watch HD video either.

Pros
Matte display
Really quiet
Good touchpad and keyboard
Good speakers
Affordable

Cons
Average battery life
Glossy screen lid prone to pick up finger prints
Not very upgrade friendly.
No WiFi with Linux

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MSI WIND U123 NOW SHIPS WITH WINDOWS 7 STARTER

MSI has upgraded its Wind U123. The new Wind U123 comes with Windows 7 Starter Edition. Incidentally, the MSI Wind U123 is the first MSI laptop to run Windows 7. Other specs are more or less the same.

The new MSI Wind U123 has a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N280 processor, 160 GB hard drive and 1GB of RAM. The 10.2 inch display comes with 1024 x 600 pixels. Unlike the previous version which has a 6-cell battery, the new version ships with a 9-cell, 7800mAh battery. You have got to agree that it is a thoughtful gesture. Because the upgrade to Windows 7 from Windows XP is going to take its toll on thebattery life. And by providing a larger battery, MSI has compensated for this loss.

The Wind U123 with Windows 7 is now available for $379.99 at Newegg. The previous version with Windows XP is available for $299.99.

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HASEE LAUNCHES THIN AND LIGHT NOTEBOOKS IN CHINA

Chinese PC maker Hasee has launched two thin and light laptops dubbed UV20-S17 and UV20-S23. These notebooks feature Intel’s CULV processors. Hasee has already built some netbooks with Atom processors. But this is the first time the company has forayed into the CULV segment.

Both models have Intel CULV processors and integrated Intel GMA X4500 MHD graphics. While the UV20-S17 has a 1.3 GHz Intel Celeron 743 single core processor and 160GB of RAM, the other model UV20-S23 has a faster 1.2 GHz Intel Celeron SU2300 processor and 250GB hard drive. Both models are equipped with 11.6 inch displays featuring 1366 x 768 pixels. Up to 1GB of RAM is available.

The notebooks cost between around $366 and $400.

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LG X30 HITS FCC

LG has filed documents with FCC for its upcoming notebook with Intel Atom processor. The LG X30, as it would be called, is an 11.6 inch thin and light laptop. The display has 1366 x 768 pixels. LG is yet to officially announce the laptop, but the details filed with FCC include a user manual, external photos and a number of shots of the computer’s internal parts.

The LG X30 weighs just 2.1 pounds. The storage option, it seems, is a solid state drive. Other features include Wi Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth. The touchpad supports multi-touch controls such as pinching to zoom. The user manual states that the notebook would be powered by an Atom processor, but doesn’t specify which Atom processor. No word on pricing or availability as yet.

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Acer Aspire 1700 Notebook / Laptop

Amazon.com Acer Aspire 1700 Notebook / Laptop Description

The Acer Aspire 1700 certainly isn't the lightest, most compact notebook PC around, but it's chock-full of productivity features that will appeal to power users who don't need to travel everywhere with their laptop. With its extra-large 17-inch display, it's a great choice for a desktop replacement PC. It also features built-in 54g (802.11g) wireless connectivity, a spacious 80 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, a fast 2.8 GHz Pentium 4 processor, and a combo DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive.

The Acer Aspire 1700 Basics

* Hard Drive: The spacious 80 GB hard drive offers more than enough storage for both your work and home files as well as a multimedia library.
* Processor: The 2.8 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor will come in handy for tasks such as digital photo or video editing.
* Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (DDR SDRAM) is a good start for power users. It has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 1 GB (2 x 512 MB).
* CD/DVD Drive: It is equipped with a combo drive that is capable of reading and writing of both DVDs and CDs. It uses the DVD+RW format, one of two formats for rewriteable DVDs.
* Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 109-key key keyboard with 6 launch keys (1 for power button, 1 for wireless on/off switch, 1 for Internet browser, 1 for e-mail, 2 programmable buttons) and a touchpad with 4-way scroll button.

Acer Aspire 1700 Sound and Graphics

The Acer Aspire 1700 comes with a crisp and bright 17-inch TFT display (1280 x 1024 native resolution) that delivers the screen space and performance previously found only in desktop computer systems, providing a very wide viewing area for complex worksheets and multimedia presentations. Video is powered by an Intel Extreme Graphics 2 card with 64 MB of video RAM. It also has an sound card that's integrated into the main board, and offers built-in stereo speakers.

Acer Aspire 1700 Connectivity and Expansion Slots

This Aspire 1700 model has an integrated 802.11g (or 54g) wireless LAN, which is quickly becoming the most popular wireless standard and is compatible with 802.11b connections as well. You get an excellent range of external connections, including:

* 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
* 2 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) ports for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
* 1 S-Video for connection to a TV
* 1 VGA monitor port
* 1 serial port
* 1 parallel port
* 1 PS/2 port for connecting an external mouse or keyboard
* 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II)
* 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
* Integrated 1.44 MB floppy disk drive

It also offers and integrated 56K modem (V.92) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Acer Aspire 1700 Preloaded System and Software

The Aspire 1700 comes with the Windows XP Home Edition operating system. Other preloaded software includes Norton AntiVirus 2003, Adobe Acrobat Reader, CyberLink PowerDVD, and NTI CD Maker 6.

Acer Aspire 1700 Dimensions and Weight

At 15.7 pounds and 12.6 x 14.9 x 2.2 inches (L x W x H), the Aspire 1700 is portable, but you won't want to take it with you everywhere. It's best used as a desktop replacement PC.

Acer Aspire 1700 Power

It's powered by a 12-cell lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack with an average battery life of 1.5 hours.

What's in the Box

This package contains the Acer Aspire 1700 notebook PC, AC power adapter, and printed operating instructions. It's backed by a 1-year limited warranty for parts and labor as well as a 1-year International Traveller's warranty (ITW).

Acer Aspire 1700 Technical Data

Acer Aspire 1700 Processor, Memory, and Motherboard

* Processor: 2.8 GHz Intel Pentium 4
* System Bus Speed: 533 MHz
* Number of Processors: 1
* RAM: 512 MB
* RAM Type: DDR SDRAM
* Max RAM: 2 GB
* L2 Cache: 512 KB
* Memory Slots: 1

Acer Aspire 1700 Operating System and Software

* Operating System: Windows XP Home Edition
* Bundled Software: Acer Launch Manager, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Norton AntiVirus, 4 NTI CD-Maker, Acer Launch Manager, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Norton AntiVirus, 4 NTI CD-Maker

Acer Aspire 1700 Keyboard and Mouse

* Keyboard: Full-size 109-key keyboard, embedded numeric keypad, 2.5mm minimum key travel
* Pointing device(s): Touchpad with four-way scroll key

Acer Aspire 1700 Hard Drive

* Size: 80 GB
* Type: Ultra ATA

Acer Aspire 1700 Optical Drives, Other Mass Storage

* CD-RW: 24x (read), 24x (write), 10x (rewrite)
* DVD-ROM: 8x
* Additional Drives: 6-in-1 card reader slot for optional MultiMediaCard (MMC), Secure Digital (SD) card, Smaredia card, Memory Stick, CompactFlash (CF ) card or Microdrive

Acer Aspire 1700 Graphics and Display

* Graphics Card: Intel Extreme Graphics 2
* Graphics RAM: 64 MB
* Interface: Integrated
* Display: SXGA TFT LCD
* Display Diagonal Size: 17.10 hundredths-inches
* Display Viewable Size: 17 inches
* LCD Native Resolution: 1280-by-1024
* Colors at Native Resolution: 16000000

Acer Aspire 1700 Sound

* Speakers: Two internal stereo speakers
* Subwoofer: Yes

Acer Aspire 1700 Ports and Connectivity

* PC Card Slots: 1
* FireWire Ports: 1
* Modem: 56 Kbps
* Network Connection: 802.11g WLAN, 10/100 LAN

Acer Aspire 1700 Cases and Expandability

* Size (LWH): 12.60 hundredths-inches, 14.90 hundredths-inches, 2.20 hundredths-inches
* Weight: 15.70 hundredths-pounds

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Dell Inspiron 600m

Dell Inspiron 600m Laptop / Notebook Overview

Everything about the Dell Inspiron 600m Laptop / Notebook is designed to keep you working on the move. The 600m makes the most of mobile technology, with a processor that can keep up with you no matter where you are.

Intel Pentium M Processor: When you're on the move, it's important to have a processor that can keep up. The Intel Pentium M offers incredible power. Choose from 1.50GHz, 1.60 GHz and 1.70GHz with optional Intel Centrino® Mobile Technology to ensure your 600m dishes out the performance you need.

Operating System: Inspiron 600m comes standard with Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition upgradeable to Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional.

Dell Inspiron 600m 14.1-inch Display: You can choose from XGA or SXGA+ TFT high-resolution displays to make the most of multimedia presentations.

Dell Inspiron 600m Integrated Wireless Technology: Connect to the Internet while you're on the move. The 600m includes an integrated dual band j(802.11 a/b) antenna and comes standard with an integrated Intel® Pro Wireless 2100 802.11b miniPCI wireless card, enabling Intel Centrino Mobile technology.

Dell 600m Speakers: Internal, front-mounted speakers add to your multimedia experience, or optional external speakers are also available.

Dell 600m Memory: Up to 2.0 GB Maximum of memory helps ensure optimal performance while you're on the move.

Inspiron 600m Graphics Card: DDR ATI Mobility RADEON 9000 AGP 4X. Clear, crisp video graphics produce realistic images on the high-resolution display of your 600m.

Other Great 600m Components:

* One multi-purpose media bay equipped with your choice of a DVD Combo Drive, 2x DVD+RW4, 2nd battery or modular floppy drive.
* 40, 60 or 80 GB5 Ultra ATA Hard Drive.
* 6-cell Lithium ion battery gives you approximately up to 4 hours of operating time.

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Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi

Made for today's demanding applications and ready to continue working into tomorrow, the Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi is powered by an AMD Turion 64 Mobile processor and Windows XP Professional x64 edition (which is ready to support 64-bit native applications, as well as current 32-bit software). Hardware features include a bright 15.4-inch LCD, 120 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM (with a 2 GB maximum), integrated 54g wireless LAN and Bluetooth wireless connectivity, gigabit LAN, multiformat memory card reader, and dual-layer DVD/CD burner. Sleekly styled, the Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi carbon-fiber casing--which is stronger and lighter than aluminum--comes in a more conservative black and is accented with exclusive Ferrari red edges and the classic yellow prancing horse Ferrari logo, and the interior has a rubberized coating.

The Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi Basics

* Processor: Combining strong performance with efficient usage of power, the 2.2 GHz AMD Turion 64 ML-40 is uniquely optimized to power today's thinnest laptop computers. It's also built for tomorrow's 64-bit applications, which will require a processor with significant power. It includes such AMD technology features as HyperTransport (which increases the communication between integrated circuits), PowerNow! (which enables longer battery life and reduced heat generation), and Enhanced Virus Protection (which works with Windows XP to better withstand attacks from certain classes of viruses). It also features a 1 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance.)

* Memory: The 1 GB of installed RAM (512 MB DDR333 SDRAM, installed in each of two memory slots) is an excellent start at the races, and the Ferrari 4006 has room for extra pimping with a 2 GB maximum RAM size (1 GB x 2).

* Hard Drive: The 120 GB hard drive is above average in size for laptop computer.

* CD/DVD Drive: Offering the latest in DVD writing technology, the Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer DVD+R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. You can also burn your favorite music mixes to CD. It offers the following write speeds: 24x for CD-Rs, 8x for single-layer DVD+R and DVD-R, 2.4x for dual-layer DVD+R, and 2x for DVD-RAM.

* Keyboard & Mouse: Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi laptop features an 88-key Acer FineTouch keyboard with five-degree curve, inverted T cursor layout, 2.5mm minimum key travel, and international language support. It also offers a touchpad with four-way integrated scroll button and an external gloss-black optical mouse.

Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi Screen, Graphics and Sound

The 15.4-inch TFT LCD screen has a 1680 x 1050-pixel resolution and can display up to 16.7 million colors. It's powered by the ATI Mobility Radeon X700 video/graphics card with 128 MB of DDR RAM memory on PCI Express architecture. With 8 parallel pixel pipelines and breakthrough image enhancement technology, it provides extremely smooth, responsive high-definition video that's great for fully immersive 3D gaming as well as DVD movies and graphics-intensive presentations. Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi offers VGA and S-Video outputs as well as a DVI-D connection for high-def output. This laptop has an integrated audio card that's AC97 compliant and it features a line-in/microphone, line-out/headphone, and two stereo speakers.

Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi Connectivity and Expansion Slots

Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi features an integrated 54g wireless LAN for connecting to 802.11b and 802.11g wi-fi routers as well as integrated Bluetooth wireless connectivity (for synchronizing and transferring data between your PC and your PDA or cell phone, connecting to Bluetooth-enabled printers, and more). It features the following connectivity options: * 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players * 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals * Type II PC Card slot, 32-bit PC CardBus architecture * 5-in-1 memory card reader (compatible with MultiMediaCard, Secure Digital, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and xD-Picture Card) * Connector for optional ezDock docking station * Stereo headphones/speakers/line-out with SPDIF support * DVI-D (digital visual interface-digital), VGA, and S-Video outputs * Fast infrared (IR) connectivity It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi Preloaded System and Software

Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi system comes with the Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, which is a near feature-complete version of Windows XP Professional that runs on x64 processors. The 64-bit architecture, when combined with Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, can run the thousands of 32-bit programs available today. It's designed for 32-bit system users who are pushing the memory limits of their systems and want the new 64-bit technology to improve their PC or workstation performance. Windows XP Professional also adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features. Other preloaded software includes Cyberlink PowerDVD, Norton AntiVirus, and NTI CD Maker.

Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi Dimensions and Weight

This laptop computer measures 14.3 by 10.5 by 1.4 inches and weighs 6.3 pounds.

Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi Power

Ferrari 4006WLMi laptop comes with an 8-cell lithium ion battery, which provides up to 3.0 hours life depending on configuration and usage. It has a 2.5-hour recharge time with system off, 3.5 hours with system in use.

What's in the Box

Acer Ferrari 4006WLMi laptop, rechargable battery, optical mouse, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty.

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Toshiba Portege R205-S2062

The Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 small and lightweight laptop computer measures just 0.77 inches thick and weighs only 2.6 pounds. Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 features an ultra-low voltage Intel Pentium M (Centrino) processor, which will provide maximum battery life up to 6.5 hours. It also offers a 12.1-inch screen, 40 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, wireless connectivity for 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 wireless capability (for connecting to peripherals such as cell phones and PDAs) and Windows XP Professional.

The Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 Basics

• Hard Drive: The 60 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) is the average size for laptop computers, providing enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and productivity software.
• Processor: The ultra-low voltage 1.2 GHz Pentium M (Centrino) 753 processor is designed specifically for low-power mobile usage, and it features the latest in power-saving technologies-- ensuring you push your battery and productivity to the max. It has a 400 MHz front-side bus (FSB) and a large 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance.)
• Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, DDR SDRAM, PC3200, 400 MHz) is a good start for power users. Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 1.25 GB (1 x 1024 MB, 1 x 256 MB), which is a smaller in comparison to other business-oriented laptops--but in line with comparable low-voltage laptops.
• CD/DVD Drive: Due to its small size, the Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 does not include an optical CD/DVD drive. However, Toshiba provides options for either an external DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW combo drive.
• Keyboard & Mouse: Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 has an 84-key keyboard with 13 function keys and a two-button touchpad.

Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 Screen, Graphics and Sound

The 12.1-inch TFT active-matrix LCD display has a 1024 x 768-pixel native resolution (XGA). Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900, which uses Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) and provides up to 128 MB of shared video memory. It also offers an integrated audio card, a monaural speaker, and built-in microphone.

Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 Connectivity and Expansion Slots

The Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 integrates both the Intel Pro Wireless 2200BG and Atheros 802.11ag chips for wireless connectivity with the widest array of routers. It also offers Bluetooth wireless connectivity, which enables you to synchronize and transfer files between the PC and peripherals such as cell phones and PDAs as well as use Bluetooth-enabled headsets for online audio chats. It comes with a decent selection of connectivity options, including:

• 2 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (supports Type II, PCMCIA R2.01, PC Card16, CardBus)
• 1 Secure Digital memory card slot (supports SDIO)
• Fast InfraRed (IR)
• 1 headphone jack
• 1 microphone jack

R205-S2062 also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Gigabit Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 Preloaded System and Software

Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 laptop computer comes with the Windows XP Professional Edition (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features) with Service Pack 2 featuring Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. Other preloaded software includes Microsoft Office OneNote 2003, Microsoft Works 8.0, McAfee AntiVirus, InterVideo Win DVD, and SonicSolutions RecordNow.

Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 Dimensions and Weight

Amazingly portable, the Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 measures 11.26 x 9.02 x 0.77 inches and weighs only 2.6 pounds with just the primary battery.

Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 Power

The Toshiba R205 includes a 6-cell battery that provides up to 4.5 hours of life (depending on use). It has recharge times of 3.5 hours (off) and 4.5 hours (on).

What's in the Box

This package contains the Toshiba Portege R205-S2062 laptop computer, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty and one-year battery warranty.

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Averatec AV4155-EH1

The Averatec AV4155-EH1 Basics:
The Averatec AV4155-EH1 13.3" laptop computer, features amenities not normally found in a laptop of this size and in this price range. Brandishing an efficient yet powerful and futuristic 64-bit processor, surprisingly generous storage space and solid DVD and CD facilities, the Averatec AV4155-EH1 is a compact and visually appealing traveling companion. Its 3D graphics capabilities are somewhat suspect and its battery life is not quite as good as expected given the efficient processor, but its price is right and its portability excellent.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Processor:
The Averatec AV4155-EH1 is equipped with one of today's newest processors, an AMD Turion 64. Similar to AMD's well-received Athlon 64 processor (a built-for-the-desktop CPU that muscles its way through today's 32-bit applications yet is also ready for the future breed of faster 64-bit apps), but with integrated power-saving technologies, the Turion 64 is a smart choice for forward-looking laptop computer users. This model, the 1.6 GHz Turion 64 MT30, is one of the affordable and least powerful in the Turion 64 lineup, and is therefore fast enough for most typical laptop PC applications but will not be ideal for demanding users who regularly push their computers with complex, power-intensive tasks.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Memory:
The Averatec AV4155-EH1 laptop incorporates 512 MB RAM. This is a typical allotment for today's midlevel laptops and certainly enough to ensure good performance during stressful multitasking situations.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Video:
This laptop features an integrated graphics chipset that will effectively run 2D graphics (such as those found in spreadsheets and word processors, the Internet, and some games), but shouldn't be counted upon to efficiently display high-end 3D games or sophisticated 3D animation.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Display:
Though the Averatec AV4155-EH1 is definitely a compact laptop computer, it nevertheless boasts a surprisingly large 13.3-inch display that features a panoramic, movie-friendly widescreen format and Averatec's respected AveraBrite technology for brighter, crisper imaging.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Hard Disk:
The Averatec AV4155-EH1 offers a super spacious 80 GB of storage space-more than enough room for a broad range of applications and also a library of space-gobbling music and/or multimedia files.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Optical Drive:
This system sports a Multi-Format DVD +/- Burner. Please note that it does not support double layer DVDs (twice the available storage of traditional DVDs).

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Audio:
The unit is equipped with a pair of miniature speakers, a mini microphone jack and a stereo mini headphone jack.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Keyboard and Controls:
You'll control your AV4155-EH1 laptop via a full size keyboard and touchpad.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Connectivity and Expansion:
The Averatec AV4155-EH1 laptop offers both wired and wireless connectivity options, including a 56K modem for low-speed dial-up Internet and email access, a LAN port for high-speed wired network and Internet, and integrated 802.11b/g wireless for fast cord-free e-communication via today's two most popular standards, Wireless-B and the much faster Wireless-G. Other key amenities include three high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play devices such as external drives and digital cameras, an IEEE 1394 FireWire port (commonly used for quick data uploads from digital camcorders), a 4-in-1 card reader for reading today's most popular memory cards, and an S-Video output for high quality digital video feeds.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Operating System and Software:
Averatec's minimalist software bundle includes today's most popular operating system, Microsoft's Windows XP Home Edition.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Dimensions and Weight:
At 12.44 by 8.81 by 1.35 inches and a mere 4.7 lbs, the Averatec AV4155-EH1 is much smaller and far easier to carry than the majority of notebooks currently on the market.

Averatec AV4155-EH1 Power:
The unit is equipped with a Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery that delivers 2.0 hours between charges. This is not a particularly stellar stat for a notebook featuring a typically efficient Turion 64 CPU.

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HP Pavilion dv4170us

HP Pavilion dv4170us 15.4" laptop computer represents a happy amalgam between price, performance and portability. It’s small and comfortable, but not so small that you pay a premium for it. It’s powerful, but nowhere near as powerful as some of today’s priciest upscale models. And it features a host of welcome luxuries, such as wireless network/Internet/email access, a surprisingly large widescreen display, state-of-the-art DVD-burning capabilities, a massive amount of storage space, and more than enough memory for any multitasking situation. Whether you’re a businessperson, personal user or student, and if you value useful, forward-looking features over absolute top-end speed, you’ll find the HP Pavilion dv4170us is a great fit.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Processor:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us is equipped with an Intel Pentium M processor, one of three components that comprise Intel's efficient Centrino system (the others being a specialized Intel chipset and integrated wireless support). Centrino-equipped laptops are generally smaller, easier on the batteries, and more versatile than their non-Centrino counterparts. Rated at a clock speed of 1.73 GHz and paired with a whopping 2 MB of Level 2 cache for extremely fast access to your most utilized information, this is a snappy processor that isn’t on par with a high-end Pentium 4 but will easily handle all common mobile tasks without prematurely draining your battery.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Memory:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us incorporates one full gigabyte (GB) of 333 MHz RAM, an impressive allotment that’ll help boost your speed when accessing frequently used applications and during multitasking sessions. Moreover, the unit supports memory upgrades to a whopping two gigabytes.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Video:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us features an innovative style of video controller, the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900—a hybrid of sorts between cards that incorporate built-in memory and less capable integrated controllers. Structured much like the latter, the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 indeed shares main memory, yet utilizes more refined components and commandeers more of the system's memory—up to 128 MB in this case—than the integrated cards found in less capable laptops. Accordingly, the system won't satisfy hardcore gamers or demanding 3D graphic artists who need ultra-powerful 3D performance, yet its graphic prowess should be enough for most users.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Display:

Featuring a DVD-friendly widescreen format and supporting crystal clear 1280 by 800 resolution, the HP Pavilion dv4170us 15.4-inch viewing screen is great for those who appreciate larger-than-average displays.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Hard Disk:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us features a 100 GB hard disk. This is an extremely generous amount of storage space for a laptop in this price range and easily enough for a broad range of applications and also a library of space-gobbling music and/or multimedia files.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Optical Drive:

This laptop computer boasts a versatile Double Layer DVD±R/RW and CD-RW Combo Drive that also supports new double layer DVDs (twice the capacity of standard DVDs).

HP Pavilion dv4170us Audio:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us offers microphone-in and headphone-out jacks and two Altec Lansing-designed integrated speakers.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Keyboard and Controls:

You'll control your laptop computer via a 101 key-compatible keyboard, a Touch Pad with an on/off button and dedicated vertical scroll up/down pad, several one-touch hotkeys, and convenient HP QuickPlay CD and DVD buttons.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Connectivity and Expansion:

The HP Pavilion dv4170us is very well connected. The laptop features a 56K modem for low-speed dial-up Internet and email access, a 10/100BASE-T Ethernet port for high-speed wired network and Internet, and high-speed 802.11b/g wireless technology for cord-free communication. Other key amenities include four high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play devices such as external drives and digital cameras, an IEEE 1394 FireWire port (commonly used for quick data uploads from digital camcorders), a 6-in-1 card reader for reading and transferring files to and from popular memory cards, and a handy remote control. Bluetooth connectivity (for wireless communication with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals) is not offered.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Operating System and Software:

HP will pre-install a copy of Microsoft's Windows XP Home Edition operating system and an assortment of applications that includes Microsoft's Money financial suite, Microsoft's Works productivity pack, and HP's own Image Zone photo and video software.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Dimensions and Weight:

At 8 lbs and 14.11 by 10.15 by 1.32 inches, the HP Pavilion dv4170us is a bit smaller than today's average.

HP Pavilion dv4170us Power:

This laptop sports a 6-cell Lithium-Ion battery.

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HP Pavillion zv5450us

The mid-line HP Pavillion zv5450us is a great desktop replacement, adding mobility to its powerful multimedia and home office computing features. The large 15.4-inch screen is perfect for watching DVD movies, and the ATI Mobility Radeon 9000 IGP video/graphics card keeps 3D gaming smooth. You can also burn your own CDs and DVDs with the multifomat DVD+/-RW and CD-RW combo drive. The HP Pavillion zv5450us features a strong, 3.2 GHz hyper-threaded Pentium 4 processor, 100 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, 54g wireless connectivity, and a multiformat memory card reader for easy access to pictures captured on your digital camera.

The HP Pavillion zv5450us Basics

* Hard Drive: The 100 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) is one of the larger sizes you'll find in a laptop, and it's befitting of such an entertainment-centric PC. It offers more than enough capacity for storing documents and productivity software for road warriors. You'll also be able to store a good-sized digital audio library.
* Processor: The hyper-threaded 3.2 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor allows a single CPU system to behave in some aspects like a dual-CPU system, helping to deliver faster transistors and increased performance. It also features a 512 KB L2 cache and a blazingly fast 800 MHz front-side bus speed, which measures how fast a processor and the main memory communicate. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance.) A Hyper-Threading processor helps a PC to run multiple demanding applications at the same time. This technology enables the processor to execute two threads (a part of a program) in parallel, boosting performance during key high-drain procedures. This results in more efficient software performance (such as faster reaction times in gaming applications) and enhanced multitasking.
* Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, DDR SDRAM) is a good start for power users, and it offers a faster than average RAM speed (333 MHz). HP Pavillion zv5450us has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 1280 MB (1 x 1024 MB, 1 x 256 MB), which is a smaller maximum than other entertainment-centric laptops.
* CD/DVD Drive: The combo DVD+/-RW and CD-RW drive is compatible with a wide variety disc formats, including DVD+, DVD-, VCD, and SVCD discs. For DVD-RW discs, it has a 1x write/rewrite speed, while for DVD+RW discs it has a 2x write/rewrite speed (DVDs are read at 5x). For CDs, it has a 16x write/10x rewrite/40x read speed.
* Keyboard & Mouse: HP Pavillion zv5450us laptop has a standard 101-key keyboard and two-button touchpad with on/off button and dedictated vertical scroll up/down pad.

HP Pavillion zv5450us Screen, Graphcs and Sound

The ATI Mobility Radeon 9000 IGP video/graphics card delivers strong 3D graphics and video playback and it shares 128 MB of DDR video RAM. The 15.4-inch WXGA high-definition BrightView widescreen display has a 1280 x 800-pixel resolution. You'll get TV-quality images, even in direct sunlight. The integrated audio card offers 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro-compatible audio through the internal Harman/Kardon speakers.

HP Pavillion zv5450us Connectivity and Expansion Slots

The HP Pavillion zv5450us has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks. You get a good offering of connectivity options, including both USB 2.0 and Firewire:

* 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
* 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
* 1 VGA monitor port
* 1 S-Video out
* 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II, 32-bit)
* 1 parallel port
* 1 headphone jack
* 1 microphone jack
* Multiformat memory card reader, compatible with Secure Digital (SD), MultiMedia (MMC), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SmartMedia, and XD cards

This laptop also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Gigabit Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

HP Pavillion zv5450us Dimensions and Weight

Best used as a replacement for your desktop PC, the zv5450us weighs 8.2 pounds. HP Pavillion zv5450us measures 11.18 x 14.25 x 1.8 inches (LxWxH).

HP Pavillion zv5450us Power

This laptop is powered by a 12-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which offers an average of 3 hours of battery life (dependent upon computing conditions).

What's in the Box

This package contains the HP Pavillion zv5450us laptop computer, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limiited hardware warranty and 30-day free software support.

HP Pavillion zv5450us Preloaded System and Software

The HP Pavillion zv5450us laptop comes with the Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 operating system with Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes preloaded with Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents), Symantec Norton Antivirus 2005 (with 60 days of LiveUpdate), Adobe Acrobat Reader, Sonic RecordNow, InterVideo WinDVD, InterVideo Home Theater, Apple iTunes and Apple iTunes Music Store, Adobe PhotoShop Album STE, Muvee autoProducer, Microsoft Money, MSN Encarta Plus, and Microsoft Office Student and Teacher Edition (60 Day Trial Version).

The included HP Image Zone Plus photo and imaging software makes it easy to organize, edit, share, print, protect, and store your photos and video clips. Organize and find your photos easily by timeline, keywords, and/or location using the unique photo-globe mapping tool. Remove red eye and fix other common problems. Share your photos quickly via e-mails that include thumbnails with links to the full-sized images--without downloading time-consuming attachments.

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Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi

Affordable and nicely portable at 6.2 pounds, the Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi laptop computer is powered by AMD's 1.8 GHz Sempron 3100+ processor and has a bright 15.4-inch LCD that takes advantage of Acer's CrystalBrite set of display technologies, which provide great color saturation and excellent contrast in all environments. In addition to an integrated 54g wireless LAN, this laptop also includes Acer's SignalUp technology--a super-efficient antenna is built into the case, creating an omni-directional sphere that extends signal range and quality. It also offers a 60 GB hard drive, up to 2 GB of RAM (512 MB installed), a combo CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, and Windows XP Home edition operating system.

The Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi Basics

• Hard Drive: The 60 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) is the average size for laptop PCs, providing enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and productivity software.
• Processor: A lower-end cousin to AMD's XP processor line, the 1.8 GHz AMD Sempron 3100+ found in this laptop is speedy enough for everyday computing needs and running office productivity software, but won't be quite enough for higher-end video editing or 3D gaming. This processor features AMD's Cool'n'Quiet Technology, which conserves power while also keeping the laptop's decibels to a minimum. It also features up to a 1600 MHz front-side bus (FSB) and a 256 KB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance.)
• Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, 333 MHz) is a decent start for power users. But you'll want to take advantage of the 2 GB capacity for working with today's demanding business productivity applications.
• CD/DVD Drive: The Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi includes a combo DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive, with 24x write/read and 10x rewrite speed for CDs and 8x read speed for DVDs.
• Keyboard & Mouse: The 88-key keyboard offers an inverted T cursor layout, embedded numeric keypad, hotkey controls, international language support, 2.7mm minimum key travel. The touchpad has a four-way integrated scroll button.

Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi Screen, Graphics and Sound

The Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi features the SiSM760GX chipset with integrated Mirage 2 graphics for acceptable viewing of movies and game play. Its widescreen 15.4-inch screen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. It also features internal speakers, an integrated microphone, and Microsoft DirectSound capability. Encouraging multitasking on your widescreen LCD, the Acer GridVista feature allows you to view up to eight windows simultaneously on dual displays, while supporting "drag and drop" and "snap-to-grid" capability.

Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi Connectivity and Expansion Slots

This Acer AS3004 has an integrated 54g wireless LAN (Acer InviLink) that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks and offers Acer's SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency. It also includes a basic offering of external connections:

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 VGA for external monitor
• 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack

Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Fast Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Preloaded System and Software

This system comes with the Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 operating system with Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes with the following selection of preloaded software titles: Acer eManager, Acer GridVista, Acer Launch Manager, Adobe Acrobat Reader, CyberLink PowerProducer, Norton AntiVirus, NTI CD-Maker.

Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi Dimensions and Weight

This laptop measures 14.3 x 11 x 1.5 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 6.2 pounds.

Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi Power

It comes with a four-cell lithium ion battery with up to 1.5 hours life depending on usage (2.5 hours recharge time with system off, 3.5 hours with system in use).

What's in the Box

This package contains the Acer Aspire AS3004WLCi (LX.A5505.A74) laptop computer, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty.

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Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B

The Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B measures a mere 1.5 inches thin and features a superb 13.3-inch widescreen display with XBRITE LCD technology, long battery life, and a generous, comfortable keyboard. The integrated tri-mode 802.11 a/b/g wireless LAN enables wireless connectivity on the fly, while the integrated wireless Wide Area Network (WAN) technology helps keep you connected and productive when away from your workstation. The Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B also offers the revolutionary Hybrid Graphics System lets toggle between internal and external graphics chips, enabling you to choose lighter battery consumption or better performance depending on the situation.

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B comes preloaded with a suite of Sony multimedia software, enabling you to create, manage and view your multimedia files with ease. Use Sony's Click to DVD software to easily create high-quality customized DVDs with the DVD+R Double Layer drive, while Sony's SonicStage software makes managing your music files and making your own audio CDs a cinch. Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B also features a powerful 1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo T2400 processor (with Centrino Mobile technology), 120 GB Serial ATA hard drive (with G-Sensor shock protection), 1 GB of installed RAM (with a 2 GB maximum), Bluetooth wireless capability, long battery life (up to 6.0 hours with included standard battery), advanced security/safety features that include a biometric fingerprint sensor, Windows XP Professional operating system, and a host of Sony multimedia software.

The Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B Basics

• Hard Drive: The 120 GB hard drive is definitely above average in size for current laptops (as of May 2006) and it offers a fast speed of 5400 RPM. This Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0. Sony's G-Sensor shock protection offers an advantage over traditional hard drives by safeguarding the laptop's internal mechanisms to protect against impact and help prevent a loss of data.
  
• Processor: The Intel Core Duo T2400 processor is built with the Mobile Intel 945PM Express chipset, and it has a 1.83 GHz processor speed, super-fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and large 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)

  The Intel Core Duo processor has two computational execution cores in a single processor, providing greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the next version of Microsoft Windows, code-named Vista. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. It's more efficient, thanks to Intel's Power Coordination and Deeper Sleep, which help to transfer power only to those areas of the processor that need it. It also features Intel's Digital Media Boost, which delivers enhanced performance on floating point-intensive applications such as CAD tools, 3D and 2D modeling, video editing, digital music, digital photography and gaming.
  

• Memory: The 1 GB of built-in memory (PC4200, DDR2 SDRAM) is an excellent start for power users, and it offers a very fast 533 MHz speed. Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B has two memory slots that can handle up to 2 GB of RAM, enabling you to add more power to handle graphics-intensive 3D games, video editing, and multi-tasking across several RAM-hungry applications.
  
• CD/DVD Drive: Offering the latest in DVD writing technology, the multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+R and DVD-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It offers the following write speeds: 2.4x DVD+R DL, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 2x DVD-R DL, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 24x CD-R, 16x CD-RW.
  
• Keyboard & Mouse: Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B has a standard 86-key keyboard (3mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch) and electro-static two-button touchpad as well as a wireless LAN on/off button.

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B Screen, Graphics and Sound

The Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B has a 13.3-inch LCD screen with anti-reflective coating has a widescreen 1280 x 800-pixel resolution. This XBRITE LCD provides higher brightness levels than standard displays, resulting in deeper blacks, brighter whites, true-to-life color, and razor-sharp detail. This laptop uses Sony's exclusive Hybrid Graphics System, which lets you set your graphics performance with a simple flick of a switch, enabling you to toggle between an internal graphics chip for optimal power consumption with excellent performance or an external graphics chip for even more robust performance. You can choose either the integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 (with up to 128 MB of dynamically shared video RAM) and the installed Nvidia GeForce Go 7400 graphics card (with 128 MB of dedicated video RAM).

Nvidia's TurboCache feature increases the performance of this thin and light laptop PC without increasing its size or draining its battery. It's coupled with the PowerMizer 6.0 advanced power management technology, which significantly extends your laptop PC's battery life while minimizing the amount of heat it produces.

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B Connectivity and Expansion Slots

The Intel PRO wireless LAN 3945ABG provides a tri-mode network connection (supporting 802.11a/b/g), with throughput up to 54 Mbps at 5 GHz (802.11a) and 2.4 GHz (802.11g). The Intel Wireless Coexistence System helps reduce interference with certain Bluetooth devices. Speaking of which, this laptop also offers Bluetooth wireless connectivity, which enables you to synchronize and transfer files between the PC and peripherals such as cell phones and PDAs as well as use Bluetooth-enabled headsets for online audio chats. With the wireless WAN, you can access the Cingular Wireless national EDGE network to extend your wireless coverage beyond LAN access networks and hotspots, giving you the freedom to go farther, do more, and stay connected.

This laptop includes a next-generation ExpressCard/34 card slot, which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. comes with a basic selection of connectivity options, including:

• 2 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 PCMCIA (Type II/Type I) card slot with CardBus support
• 1 port replicator connector
• 1 headphone jack
• 1 microphone jack
• 5-in-1 memory card adapter (compatible with Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Secure Digital, MultiMedia, and XD formats; also supports Memory Stick DUO with MagicGate functionality)

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Gigabit Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B Preloaded System and Software

The VGN-SZ230P/B laptop computer comes with the Windows XP Professional Edition (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features) with Service Pack 2 featuring Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes loaded with a bevy of Sony multimedia software: Click to DVD (DVD creation), SonicStage (digital music), Vaio Media (network file sharing), DVgate Plus (digital video), and Image Converter (for PSP transfer). Other preloaded software includes Quicken 2006 New User Edition, Microsoft Works 8.5 (with word processing, spreadsheet, and calendar), Norton Internet Security (with 60-day subscription), Roxio DigitalMedia SE, InterMedia WinDVD, and TrendMicro Anti-Spyware (30-day trial).

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B Dimensions and Weight

This laptop measures 12.5 by 1.5 by 9.3 inches (WxHxD) and weighs approximately 4.07 pounds with the standard battery (included).

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B Power

This Sony VAIO laptop is powered by the VGP-BPS2C rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which provides 2.5 to 6.0 hours of battery life (depending on usage).

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B Security & Safety Features

Sony's line of VAIO SZ laptops take security seriously, employing a biometric fingerprint sensor and proprietary hard disk drive protection software to ensure your data is protected from unauthorized use as well as accidental damage. Fingerprint biometrics is a convenient and secure way to protect your computer and the information on it with a simple swipe of your finger. It also stores passwords to secure web sites you visit, so authentication and access are quick and easy--you only need your fingerprint.

The G-Sensor Shock Protection feature makes your data even less vulnerable to loss or damage. When the built-in 3D acceleration sensor detects a risky movement like being dropped, the HDD-head will lock up to secure its position and protect the disc from scratching. An intelligent algorithm, unique to VAIO PCs, judges whether or not a movement is risky, activating disk drive protection only when your hardware is at risk.

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B Built-in Camera

The VAIO VGN-SZ230P/B laptop features an integrated camera with a microphone. Enjoy this feature to easily chat and video mail with family and friends. And the handy privacy filter masks the environment around you, so you can video chat without giving away your location or how disorganized you keep your desk.

What's in the Box

This package contains the VGN-SZ230P/B laptop PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty, and Sony offers 1-year of toll-free telephone technical assistance.

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Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650

The Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 laptop PC provides you a powerful media center that you can take anywhere. It runs the Windows XP Media Center operating system, which enables you to save TV programming from the built-in TV tuner and save shows to the hard drive or burn to DVD via the dual-layer, multi-format DVD burner (which can also view new HD-DVD discs). Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 is powered by Intel's new, groundbreaking processor--the powerful Core Duo T2500--which provides an optimized, multithreaded architecture for improved gaming and multitasking performance and a more efficient power consumption. The dual execution core T2300 has a 2.0 GHz processor speed and 2 MB L2 cache. It features a widescreen 17-inch display, two 100 GB hard drives (for a massive 200 GB total), 1 GB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), integrated tri-mode wi-fi connectivity (802.11a/b/g), and Bluetooth wireless connectivity.

The Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 Basics

• Hard Drive: The Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 has a unique hard drive array for a laptop--two separate 100 GB (5400 RPM) hard drives for a total storage capacity of 200 GB. They can work together to boost performance, particularly when handling large files, and you can use one as an exclusive media drive for saved TV programming and an MP3 library.
  
• Processor: The Intel Core Duo T2500 processor is built with the Mobile Intel 945PM Express chipset, and it has a 2.0 GHz processor speed, super-fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and large 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
  
• Memory: The 1 GB of installed RAM (2 x 512 MB, PC5300, 667 MHz) is a good start for such a multimedia-centric laptop. But you'll want to max out the 2 GB (2 x 1024 MB) of available memory capability from the two slots.
  
• CD/DVD Drive: The double-layer DVD drive is compatible with a wide range of formats including the new high-definition HD-DVD discs and dual-layer DVD+R discs, which can hold up to 8.5 GB of data--great for backing up your MP3 collection. It features the following compatibility and speeds: HD DVD-ROM (1x), CD-ROM (24x), CD-R (16x), CD-RW (10x), DVD-ROM (8x), DVD-R (4x), DVD-RW (4x), DVD+R (Double Layer (2x)), DVD+RW (4x), DVD-RAM (3x). The format adopted by the DVD Forum, HD DVD technology allows you to enjoy movies in high definition. It enhances your laptop with brilliant visual detail and stunning sound. Movies featuring HD will play on the new Qosmio.
  
• Keyboard & Mouse: Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 laptop PC has a standard 85-key keyboard and electro-static two-button touchpad.

Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 Screen, Graphics and Sound

The Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 has a 17-inch XGA display w with a resolution of 1440 x 900 pixels and a 16:9 aspect ratio, making it perfect for viewing widescreen format movies. It also provides TruBrite technology, which makes images brighter and more vivid thanks to its anti-glare feature and 350 cd/m2 brightness rating when plugged into the AC adapter (146 cd/m2 rating when in battery mode). The standard definition NTSC TV tuner offers such features as 3D Y/C comb filter (which dramatically reduces edge image artifacts while improving transition detail), digital noise reduction, closed captioning, and parental controls (V-Chip).

Video is powered by the Nvidia GeForce Go 7600 graphics card with 256 MB of dedicated video RAM. Nvidia's TurboCache feature increases the performance of this thin and light laptop PC without increasing its size or draining its battery. It's coupled with the PowerMizer 6.0 advanced power management technology, which significantly extends your laptop PCÕs battery life while minimizing the amount of heat it produces. It also features an integrated audio card that provides 16-bit stereo sound via the built-in Harman Kardon speakers as well as Dolby Home Theater virtual surround sound.

Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 Connectivity and Expansion Slots

The Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 features an integrated PRO/Wireless 3945ABG wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and wi-fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments). It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (in addition to a standard PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. With the Bluetooth wireless connectivity, you can synchronize and transfer files between the PC and peripherals such as cell phones and PDAs. You get a good offering of connectivity options, including both super-fast USB 2.0 and FireWire options:

• 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 Composite video in
• 1 S-Video out, 1 S-Video out
• 1 HDMI audio/video out
• 1 fast infrared
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II, 32-bit)
• 1 headphone output shared with S/PDIF digital audio output
• 1 microphone input

This laptop PC also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Fast Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 Preloaded System and Software

The pre-installed Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 is essentially Windows XP Professional Edition with a variety of tools to help you to create, organize, and enjoy digital media ranging from music to home movies to photo slide shows. Additionally, it enables you to control your television with the included remote and record and pause programs (much like a DVR--or digital video recorder--such as Tivo or ReplayTV). It's compatible with cable, digital cable, satellite TV and antenna inputs, and it includes an FM tuner. Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 also comes preloaded with Microsoft Works 8.5, Microsoft Office 2003 OneNote, InterVideo WinDVD, SonicSolutions RecordNow, McAfee VirusScan (6-month trial), McAfee Internet Security Suite (30-day trial).

Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 Dimensions and Weight

This Toshiba Qosmio laptop computer measures 16 x 11.5 x 1.9 inches and weighs 9.5 pounds.

Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 Power

This laptop PC is powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 2 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box

The package contains the Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 laptop PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty (with home service) and a 1-year battery warranty.

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Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G

The luxuriously sleek, black Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G AR Digital Studio laptop computer is more than just a computing showpiece. The VGN-AR190G is a powerful, portable multimedia/entertainment computer that can nimbly handle the most advanced graphics for both video and immersive 3D games, watch and record high-definition TV programming, and communicate with pals all around with world via VoIP calling and video conferencing using the built-in microphone and camera. It has a stunning 17-inch display with an anti-reflective coating to keep everything in view even in bright sunlight.

The Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G is one of the first Sony laptops to include high-definition Blu-Ray DVD playback capability. Blu-ray Disc technology supports full 1080p HD capability as well as uncompressed audio options and up to 5.1 channels. The Blu-ray system is backwards-compatible with standard DVDs and CDs, enabling you to enjoy your digital library for years to come. It's also a multi-format disc burner, capable of writing DVD+/-R/RW discs as well as dual-layer discs. And with its built-in NTSC TV tuner, you can also use the Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G view and record your favorite programs using the advanced entertainment features of the installed Windows XP Media Center operating system.

The Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G Basics

• Hard Drive: You'll be able to store large libraries of digital audio, video, and photos on the 200 GB hard drive (5400 RPM)--one of the largest hard drive capacities you'll find currently in multimedia notebooks (May 2006). This Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.
  
• Processor: The Intel Core Duo T2500 processor is built with the Mobile Intel 945PM Express chipset, and it has a 2.0 GHz processor speed, super-fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and large 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.) The Intel Core Duo processor has two computational execution cores in a single processor, providing greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the next version of Microsoft Windows, code-named Vista. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. It's more efficient, thanks to Intel's Power Coordination and Deeper Sleep, which help to transfer power only to those areas of the processor that need it. It also features Intel's Digital Media Boost, which delivers enhanced performance on floating point-intensive applications such as CAD tools, 3D and 2D modeling, video editing, digital music, digital photography and gaming.
  
• Memory: The 1 GB of built-in memory (PC4200, DDR2 SDRAM) is an excellent start for power users, and it offers a very fast 533 MHz speed. It has two memory slots that can handle up to 2 GB of RAM, enabling you to add more power to handle graphics-intensive 3D games, video editing, and multi-tasking across several RAM-hungry applications.
  
• CD/DVD Drive: Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G laptop's DVD drive is capable of playing high-definition Blu-ray disc movies in stunning clarity and incredible 1080p HD resolution. The Blu-ray drive can also record video or data to a Blu-Ray disc--up to 25 to 50 GB of HD video. This notebook also comes with a bundled suite of applications that enables you to capture, edit and burn high-definition camcorder content to Blu-ray media while maintaining high-quality 1080 HD resolution. It's also backwards compatible with writing to standard DVD and CD formats, as well as dual-layer (DL) discs. It offers the following write speeds: 2.4x DVD+R DL, 2x DVD-R DL, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 5x DVD-RAM, 8x CD-R, and 8x CD-RW.
  
• Keyboard & Mouse: Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G laptop has a standard 86-key keyboard (2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch) and electro-static two-button touchpad, as well as action buttons including wireless LAN on/off and play/pause/stop/fast-forward/rewind for playback of DVDs.

Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G Screen, Graphics and Sound

The stunning 17-inch WXGA+ (1440 x 900 pixels--ready for 1080i HDTV) widescreen LCD offers Sony's XBRITE display technology--delivering deep blacks and bright whites, true-to-life color, and razor-sharp detail. And with a glare filter and anti-reflective coating to minimize reflection, youÕll experience a beautifully clear image even when outside in the bright sun. Video is powered by the Nvidia GeForce Go 7600GT graphics card with an amazing 256 MB of dedicated video RAM. Nvidia's TurboCache feature increases the performance of this thin and light laptop computer without increasing its size or draining its battery. It's coupled with the PowerMizer 6.0 advanced power management technology, which significantly extends your laptop's battery life while minimizing the amount of heat it produces.

Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G Connectivity and Expansion Slots

The Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G features an integrated PRO/Wireless 3915ABG wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and wi-fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments). This notebook also features an HDMI audio/video output, which enables you to connect to an HDTV or A/V receiver with just a single cable--no more hassling with separate video and audio cables. HDMI offers a lossless, uncompressed, all-digital signal, for the outstanding high definition video and multi-channel digital audio.

With the Bluetooth wireless connectivity, you can synchronize and transfer files between the laptop and peripherals such as cell phones and PDAs. The Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G also includes a next-generation ExpressCard/54 card slot, which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. Here's the full list of connection options:

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (one Type II/Type I card)
• 1 ExpressCard/54 slot
• 1 HDMI video port (for connecting to flat panel, high-definition monitors and televisions)
• 1 VGA monitor out
• 1 S-Video out
• TV inputs: 1 S-Video and 1 RF
• Stereo headphones/speakers/line-out
• Microphone/line-in
• S/PDIF digital audio out
• Memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick DUO)

It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G Preloaded System and Software

The pre-installed Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (Update Rollup 2) is essentially Windows XP Professional Edition with a variety of tools to help you to create, organize, and enjoy digital media ranging from music to home movies to photo slide shows. The Update Rollup 2 upgrade offers support for the Windows Media Center Extender technology built into XBox 360 game consoles, which lets you access entertainment from your Media Center PC--whether itÕs live and recorded TV and movies, music, photos or Online Spotlight--on any TV in the house.

The Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G also comes loaded with a bevy of Sony multimedia software: Click to DVD (DVD creation), SonicStage (digital music), Vaio Media (network file sharing), DVgate Plus (digital video), and Image Converter (for PSP transfer). Other preloaded software includes Adobe Photoshop Elements, Adobe Premiere Elements, Quicken 2005 New User Edition, Microsoft Works 8.5 (with word processing, spreadsheet, and calendar), Norton Internet Security (with 60-day subscription), Roxio DigitalMedia SE, and TrendMicro Anti-Spyware (30-day trial).

Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G Dimensions and Weight

This Sony Vaio laptop PC measures 16.4 x 11.8 x 1.32 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 8.4 pounds.

Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G Power

This laptop is powered by the VGP-BPS2C rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of 1.5 to 2.0 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box

This package contains the Sony Vaio VGN-AR190G laptop computer, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, remote control/IR receiver, RF cable, HDMI cable (with DVI-D adapter), House of Flying Daggers Blu-ray movie disc, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty, and Sony offers 1-year of toll-free telephone technical assistance.

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Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G

The Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G laptop computer offers cutting-edge processing power from Intel's new Core Duo line as well as a tri-mode wireless LAN, enabling you to connect to a full assortment of 802.11a/b/g networks. A 5400rpm Serial ATA hard drive and advanced DDR2 memory enable high-speed computing, resulting in sizzling performance for work and multimedia activities. The Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G also features a bright widescreen 15.4-inch XBRITE-ECO LCD screen that offers excellent color purity even in the brightest daylight. And communicate with pals all around with world via VoIP calling and video conferencing using the built-in microphone and camera (with zoom function).

The Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G laptop is powered by Intel's groundbreaking processor--the powerful Core Duo T2300--which provides an optimized, multithreaded architecture for improved gaming and multitasking performance and a more efficient power consumption. The dual execution core T2300 has a 1.67 GHz processor speed and 2 MB L2 cache. Other hardware features include a 100 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), multi-format, dual-layer DVD burner, Intel Graphic Media Accelerator 950 card with 128 MB of shared video RAM, memory card reader, ExpressCard/34 slot, Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and a wide selection of preloaded Sony multimedia software titles.

The Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G Basics

• Hard Drive: The 100 GB hard drive is above average in size for current notebooks (as of May 2006) and it offers a fast speed of 5400 RPM. This Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.
  
• Processor: The Intel Core Duo T2300 processor is built with the Mobile Intel 945GM Express chipset, and it has a 1.67 GHz processor speed, super-fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and large 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
• Memory: The 1 GB of built-in memory (PC4200, DDR2 SDRAM) is an excellent start for power users, and it offers a very fast 533 MHz speed. The Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G has two memory slots that can handle up to 2 GB of RAM, enabling you to add more power to handle graphics-intensive 3D games, video editing, and multi-tasking across several RAM-hungry applications.
  
• CD/DVD Drive: Offering the latest in DVD writing technology, the multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer DVD+R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data.
  
• Keyboard & Mouse: Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G has a standard 86-key keyboard (2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch) and electro-static two-button touchpad.

Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G Screen, Graphics and Sound

The 15.4-inch WXGA LCD offers Sony's XBRITE-ECO display technology and has a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. The widescreen display gives increases the width of the laptop's display while giving the computer the form factor of a smaller computer, so it takes up less space on your desk or in your briefcase. Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, which uses Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) and provides up to 128 MB of shared video memory. It also has an integrated audio card with Microsoft Windows sound system compatibility.

Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G Connectivity and Expansion Slots

The Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G features an integrated PRO/Wireless 3915ABG wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and wi-fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments). With the Bluetooth wireless connectivity, you can synchronize and transfer files between the PC and peripherals such as cell phones and PDAs. It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard/34 card slot, which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. Here's the full list of connection options:

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (one Type II/Type I card)
• 1 ExpressCard/34 slot
• 1 VGA monitor out
• 1 S-Video out
• Stereo headphones/speakers/line-out
• Microphone/line-in
• 5-in-1 memory card adapter (Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Secure Digital, MultiMedia, XD)

Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G Preloaded System and Software

The pre-installed Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (Update Rollup 2) is essentially Windows XP Professional Edition with a variety of tools to help you to create, organize, and enjoy digital media ranging from music to home movies to photo slide shows. The Update Rollup 2 upgrade offers support for the Windows Media Center Extender technology built into XBox 360 game consoles, which lets you access entertainment from your Media Center PC--whether it's live and recorded TV and movies, music, photos or Online Spotlight--on any TV in the house.

The Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G also comes loaded with a bevy of Sony multimedia software.

Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G Dimensions and Weight

This Sony Vaio laptop PC measures 14.4 x 10.8 x 1.4 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 6.2 pounds.

Sony Vaio VGN-FE670G Power

It's powered by the VGP-BPS2B rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of between 2.5 and 4 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box

This package contains the VGN-FE670G laptop computer, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty, and Sony offers 1-year of toll-free telephone technical assistance.

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Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B

The ultra-portable Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B laptop computer weighs just an amazing 2.76 pounds and offers a sleek, durable carbon-fiber case. And with 4 to 7.5 hours of standard battery life , it has the stamina to power you through your most demanding applications. With the integrated wireless WAN, you can access the Cingular Wireless national EDGE network to extend your wireless coverage beyond LAN access networks and hotspots, giving you the freedom to go farther, do more, and stay connected. It comes preloaded with a suite of Sony multimedia software, enabling you to create, manage and view your multimedia files with ease. Use Sony's Click to DVD software to easily create high-quality customized DVDs with the DVD+R Double Layer drive, while Sony's SonicStage software makes managing your music files and making your own audio CDs a cinch. It also has an 11.1-inch widescreen LCD with XBRITE technology, 1.3 GHz ultra-low voltage Pentium M 773 processor, 80 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM (1.5 GB maximum), Bluetooth wireless capability (for connecting to peripherals such as PDAs, cell phones, and printers), a multi-format memory card reader, and Microsoft Windows XP Professional edition operating system.

The Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B Basics

• Hard Drive: The 80 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) is average in size for laptop PCs--but a bit larger than you'll find in comparable ultra-light laptops. It offers more than enough capacity for storing documents and productivity software for road warriors. You'll also be able to store a good-sized digital audio library.
  
• Processor: The Intel Pentium M Processor Ultra Low Voltage 773 (1.30 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 400 MHz FSB) delivers outstanding mobile performance and low-power enhancements for sleeker, lighter laptop designs. The 1.3 GHz clock speed can be misleading--for most tasks, this processor will be faster than a 1.6 GHz Pentium 4-M. It sits at the top of the spectrum for this processor class (as of May 2006).
  
• Memory: The Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B has two memory slots and comes loaded with 1 GB of DDR SDRAM (PC3200, 400 MHz DDR RAM; 2 x 512 MB), and it can be expanded to a maximum of 1.5 GB.
  
• CD/DVD Drive: Offering the latest in DVD writing technology, the multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It offers the following write speeds: 2.4x DVD+R DL, 4x DVD+R, 2.4x DVD+RW, 4x DVD-R, 2x DVD-RW, 24x CD-R, 10x CD-RW.
  
• Keyboard & Mouse: Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B has a standard 82-key keyboard (1.7mm stroke and 17mm pitch) and electro-static two-button touchpad as well as a wireless LAN on/off button.

Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B Screen, Graphics and Sound

The 11.1-inch XBRITE LCD has a resolution of 1368 x 768 pixels--perfect for watching movies in their intended 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio. Sony's Smart Display Sensor feature instantly adjusts resolution when you connect to a display or projector. Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900, which uses Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) and provides up to 128 MB of shared video memory. The integrated audio card provides 16-bit stereo sound via the built-in stereo speakers.

Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B Connectivity and Expansion Slots

The Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B features Sony's SmartWi technology, which seamlessly integrates wireless Wide Area Network (WAN), 802.11b/g wireless LAN and Bluetooth technologies, enabling you to toggle among your wireless connectivity options depending on your surroundings. With the Bluetooth connectivity, you can communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones. You get a good offering of connectivity options, including both USB 2.0 and iLink (Firewire):

• 2 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II, 32-bit)
• 1 headphone jack
• 1 microphone jack
• Port replicator connector
• Memory card slot, compatible with Memory Stick and Memory Stick DUO media with MagicGate functionality and Secure Digital Media (SD)

Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems). The optional Port Replicator unit also includes 3 additional USB 2.0, VGA, RJ-45, and parallel ports.

Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B Preloaded System and Software

The Vaio VGN-TX770P/B laptop computer comes with the Windows XP Professional Edition (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features) with Service Pack 2 featuring Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes loaded with a bevy of Sony multimedia software: Click to DVD (DVD creation), SonicStage (digital music), Vaio Media (network file sharing), DVgate Plus (digital video), and Image Converter (for PSP transfer). Other preloaded software includes Quicken 2006 New User Edition, Microsoft Works 8.5 (with word processing, spreadsheet, and calendar), Norton Internet Security (with 60-day subscription), Roxio DigitalMedia SE, InterMedia WinDVD, and TrendMicro Anti-Spyware (30-day trial).

Dimensions and Weight

The Sony Vaio VGN-TX650P/B weighs 2.76 pounds with standard battery and measures 10.7 x 1.12 x 7.7 inches (WxHxD).

Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B Power

The Sony Vaio VGN-TX650P/B powered by the VGP-BPS5 lithium-ion rechargeable battery, which produces a battery life of between 4 and 7.5 hours.

Sony Vaio VGN-TX770P/B Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)

If you're the ultimate road warrior, you need to access the Internet and check e-mail without having to plug in your Sony Vaio VGN-TX650P/B, and without cables to boot. Welcome to the world of WWANs (wireless wide area networks). With WWANs, you can access critical network resources and home office files from the front seat of your car, the airport, the local coffee shop, or your recliner at home. Sony Vaio computers use SmartWi technology to access the Cingular Wireless national EDGE (Enhanced Data for Global Evolution) network.

A WWAN uses long-range wireless connections -- the same networks as cellular phones -- to provide access across a large geographic area. In comparison, a WLAN (wireless LAN) covers only one or more buildings located close together.

What's in the Box

This package contains the Sony Vaio VGN-TX650P/B laptop computer, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, Cingular Wireless SIM card, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty, and Sony offers 1-year of toll-free telephone technical assistance.

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