Product Description

Product Details: Model: Mobile AMD Athlon 64 Core: ClawHammer Operating Frequency: 1.6GHz FSB: Integrated into Chip Cache: L1/64K+64K; L2/1MB Voltage: 1.4V Process: 0.13Micron Socket: Socket 754 Multimedia Instruction: MMX, SSE, SSE2, 3DNOW!, 3DNOW!+ Packaging: Processor Only ... Read more

Features

• Model: Mobile AMD Athlon 64
• Core: ClawHammer
• Operating Frequency: 1.6GHz
• FSB: Integrated into Chip
• Cache: L1/64K+64K; L2/1MB

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The Presario 700US is a reasonably priced notebook designed to appeal tobusiness users. Featuring an AMD Duron chip clocked at 900 MHz, 256 MB of memory(expandable to 384 MB), a 20 GB hard disk, and an 8x DVD-ROM drive, this systemwill fulfill most portable PC needs. Also included are a 56K modem, a 10/100Mbps Ethernet NIC, and a 14.1-inch, active-matrix screen with 1024 x 768resolution. The installed operating system is Windows XP, Microsoft's newoperating system that combines the stability of Windows 2000 with better supportfor peripherals and games. This system is also easily portable, weighing in atjust 6.39 pounds with a height of 1.64 inches. ... Read more

Reviews (31)

More added problems
I'm putting this review on several of the Compaq laptop systems since they are all from the same platform

1. The offer and rebates did not apply from Compaq, but only from an authorized reseller.

2. Right out of the box the 700z system had Driver errors and a bad modem. Corporate tech support sugested that I return it and buy another through a reseller.

3. They then took 2 months to clear up my account for financing after I returned the system but meanwhile I bought a newer system - a 705us.

4. The rebate went through and everything was working okay until the floppy drive went bad, which occured in four weeks. It never wrote to the hard drive and I couldn't copy to or from other disks onto any other computer.

5. I called tech support and they sent out a box for repair pickup and told me the turnaround would be 3-5 days. Well, it took over 4 weeks to get the system back.

6. The repair shop failed to recognize that the second system was mine and did not follow through with repairs even when all the proper paperwork was channeled through support on the phone. I also seemed to get tech swupport in India when I called during certain business hours, and they were not help at all!

7. I wish they could dumped the hard drive info on to a refurbished 2710 system that has a better track record. As it is I'll use this until I get the funds for another system.

My advice is to wait until they get the bugs worked out on this system. They don't even have a Docking station yet, but they'll tell you the part number to order the "phantom" station.

In their defense they have tried to compensate me by sending memory to update my system but they've sent the wrong memory twice!

I'm giving it 2 stars since it worked beautifully when it was up and running and the screen is clear and bright! Oh, the DVD player on my system works great and I've played it through my TV with no complaints!

Now the problem is the memory that was sent to me. The 256k chip freezes the system and I've tried to get it fixed but calling tech support only adds to the frustration.

Same problems everyone else had
I had the same problems as everyone else. It runs so hot that it is uncomfortable to hold on your lap. The battery life is less than a year (two batteries died total). The hinge cracks appeared after about a year, and completely broke through after a few more months so the display is dangling...I also got a quote of $800 to repair although the LCD itself is fine.

A couple things of things that weren't mentioned in the other reviews....the PCMCIA slot had no guide initially so the pins bent after I inserted the wireless card a few times, and the power adapter quit working after 1.5 years. Tech support was worthless.

Overall, this product is a joke. Avoid it at all costs.

waste of money
We also developed the small cracks at the hinge site. The whole thing is broken out now after only 1 1/2 years. ONLY solution would be to buy a whole new LCD screen for $800!!! Yeah right, buy the same cheap plastic POS. They do not stand behind their product and do not care we spent our hard earned money on what looks to be a disposable product. If cracks appear in the plastic around the hinges, take immediate action.

Cracked hinge
I have had the same problem as described above, cracks develop above the hinges and eventually the screen falls off. It does not happen until the warranty is expired.

Not Recommended
Well I dropped quite a bit of money on this thing with many enjoyable problems.

*Overheats!!! (You better have some fans handy)
*Battery life is short!!! (Expect to buy replacement batteries)
*Case cracks!!! (Expect to quickly get cracks and imperfections with normal use)
*S-video feature doesn't appear on screen correctly
*Compaq had to replace my hinges, they did it for free but only because it was still under warranty. If you are lucky yours will break early.
*Keyboard keys are cheap and flimsy and prone to breakage if you decide to clean underneath.
* If you want to run different OSes on your computer such as Linux this particular machine is not ideal, search around and find a better one.
* Don't even think about gaming with this, poor performance.

Basically after replacing the battery on this machine it becomes a decent machine for internet browsing, instant messaging, and word processing. That's really about it. I've done basic things in Fireworks, multitasking doesn't really lag this machine that much. It's a decent machine but has many problems. I will be giving this machine to my dad soon when I can afford a nice NON-Compaq/HP notebook. I really wish I had shopped around but when you have money in pocket and get excited you tend to make impulse buys. All well, lesson learned. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

The Compaq Presario S6500NX is powerful and fast enough to cover a wide range of demanding computing tasks--from multimedia creativity to PC gaming--and is a great choice as a family digital hub or home office center. It features a fast CD burner and a separate DVD+RW writer, fast AMD Athlon XP 3000+ processor, extra-large 160 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, and loads of connectivity options.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The massive 160 GB Ultra DMA hard drive (7200 RPM) offers more than enough storage for all your documents, digital photos, and MP3 collection.
• Processor: The 2.16 GHz AMD Athlon XP 3000+ processor offers a high level of performance that's equivalent to a 3.0 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor--speedy enough for PC gaming, graphic design software, and multimedia creation. It also features a 333 MHz front-side bus (FSB) speed and a 512 KB L2 cache.
• Memory: The S6500NX comes with a 512 MB built-in memory (1 x 512 MB DDR SDRAM, 333 MHz)--a good start for power users--with a maximum memory expansion up to 2 GB (2 x 1 GB).
• CD/DVD Drive: This desktop PC comes with two optical drives: a CD-RW and a DVD+RW (for writing data and video files from your camcorder to discs). The speedy CD-RW drive has 48x write, 24x re-write, 48x read speeds, while the DVD+RW drive has 4x write, 2.4x rewrite, and 8x playback speeds (DVD movie discs require 8x). It's compatible with the DVD+RW format, one of two formats for rewriteable DVDs.
• Keyboard & Mouse: The S6500NX comes with a Compaq Productivity keyboard and scroller mouse (both with PS/2 connections).

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
For expansion, the S6500NX has two 5.25-inch external bays (one available), three 3.5-inch bays (one available), three PCI slots (two available), and one AGP2 slot (available). It comes with a built-in floppy drive and the following external connectors:

• 8 USB 2.0 ports (2 in front, 6 in rear) 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 in front, 1 in rear)
• 1 parallel port for connecting older printers and scanners
• 2 PS/2 ports for connecting keyboards and mice
• 1 RGB monitor port
• 1 serial port for older peripherals such as early PDAs
• 1 microphone and 1 headphone jack in the front

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

Preloaded System and Software
The S6500NX comes with the Windows XP Home Edition operating system, and it also features Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). Other preloaded software includes Microsoft Money 2004, Quicken New User Edition 2004, Norton Antivirus 2004 and Personal Firewall 2003, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Encarta Encyclopedia 2004 Standard Edition, Adobe Photoshop album (starter edition), RecordNow 6.5 (for burning CDs), WinDVD SE 4.0 (for DVD playback), and MusicMatch Jukebox.

Dimensions and Weight
This mini-tower measures 14.6 x 6.9 x 16.6 inches (H x W x D) and weighs 35 pounds (packaged).

What's in the Box
This package contains the Compaq Presario S6500NX desktop PC, power cable, keyboard, and mouse. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase. ... Read more

Reviews (2)

Some major issues . . .
This desktop computer does not have one of the faster processors available, but there are other more pressing major problems with the system.

The OS is Windows XP Home Edition, with a 90-day trial version of MS Works 7.0. This means that after the 90 day period, you have go out and buy a copy of Microsoft Office. Compaq's decision to load "trial version" software is pure idiocy! After the trial period is over, you're totally helpless, and can't even save a document. A major inconvenience to say the least. The fact that trial software is loaded should be prominently disclosed to all buyers before they purchase. You'll notice that it this is not mentioned in most descriptions of the system.

The processor is an AMD Athlon XP 3000+, with a listed speed of 2.167 GHz. Not the fastest, but adequate for most routine applications, including a program like Photoshop 7.0. Basic RAM provided is 512MB, upgradeable to 2G. The large capacity 160GB hard drive is a plus, and most users won't have to worry about running out of space for a while. The drive is partitioned, with essential files located on a separate directory with restricted access to help prevent accidental deletion of files.

The unit has a CD/DVD burner, CD ROM drive, and floppy disk drive. The DVD drive functions with Record Now software. The software available to view DVD's are Windows Media Player, and WinDVD. The computer has an abundance or ports, with 8 USB 2.0 (two on the front face), two firewire, one parallel, and one Ethernet. Internal modem is a basic 56K.

Another major drawback to this system concerns game play. The video and audio cards support some games, but not most new high end games. Many games do not install properly and cannot be played on this system. Other games load and can be played initially, but crash at specific points such as level changes. Apparently the stock components must be upgraded in order to accommodate these games. Anyone seeking processor intensive gameplay should not get this system.

Those few consumers who are not at all interested in gaming, word processing or writing documents may find this a suitable purchase. Buyers should be prepared to either buy MS Office 2003 separately, or load in an older version of the software. Those interested in playing games are better off getting something that doesn't need to be upgraded. With this castrated system, Compaq definitely does not deliver a winner.

A pleasure to drive
I went looking for the eMachine ... and came across this computer.... I happened to look at this Compac Presario .... Compared favorably in every aspect. Has better ability to connect all those extras from the front of the computer. Then I looked at the package of 17 in flat screen screen and printer INCLUDED. Details, ... included screen and color printer....I will sell the sealed color printer ...and keep the screen. ...
Very happy with the computer (I better be, it is only one week old).
Great deal. I'm Happy.
Personally, I wish they would just price it without the rebates, but it is a marketing gimmick and that is why they do it. Also, I read somewhere, something like 25% of the people NEVER send in their rebate form...go figure. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Balancing power and mobility, the HP Pavilion zv5340us notebook PC offers a fast 2.2 GHz 64-bit AMD Athlon 3400+ processor and a bright 15.4-inch widescreen display for effective presentations, photo slideshows, and DVD movie playback. The zv5340us also offers a super-sized 100 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, 54g wi-fi connectivity (with SpeedBooster support), a high-end video card with 64 MB of dedicated video memory, and a combo DVD+RW/CD-RW drive.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 100 GB hard drive is one of the largest available in today's notebooks, enabling road warriors and multimedia enthusiasts more than enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and productivity software.
• Processor: AMD's Athlon 64 3400+ processor is built for tomorrow's 64-bit applications, which will require a processor with significant power. This 2.2 GHz 3400+ processor (similar in performance to a 3.4 GHz Intel Pentium 4 chip) offers a speedy 1600 MHz system bus and 1 MB L2 cache, and includes such AMD features as HyperTransport Technology (which increases the communication between integrated circuits) and Cool'n'Quiet Technology that conserves power while also keeping the PC nicely quiet.
• Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, 266 MHz, DDR SDRAM) is a good start for power users. It has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 1280 MB (1 x 256 MB, 1 x 1024 MB).
• CD/DVD Drive: It is equipped with a combo DVD+/-RW and CD-RW drive. 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/8x rewrite/24x read speed.
• Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a standard 101-key keyboard and two-button touchpad with on/off button and dedictated vertical scroll up/down pad.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The zv5340us has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's fully compatible with 802.11b/g wireless networks. The 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support will enable it to be ready for tomorrow's 125 Mbps wireless LANs. You get a decent offering of connectivity options, including super-fast 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 parallel port
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II, 32-bit)
• 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack

Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Home Edition operating system, and it also features Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). Other preloaded software includes Microsoft Money, Norton Antivirus 2004 (with 60-day LiveUpdate subscription), Adobe Acrobat Reader, Encarta Plus, HP Image Zone Plus, InterVideo WinDVD Creator and Home Theater, Muvee autoProducer, Sonic RecordNow, and Apple iTunes.

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.

Dimensions and Weight
At just 7.9 pounds, the zv5330us notebook is a larger than other mobile-oriented notebooks. It measures 11.59 x 14.25 x 1.8 inches (L x W x H).

Power
It's powered by a 8-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which provides an average of battery life of around 2 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion zv5340us notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limiited hardware warranty. ... Read more

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The Basics:
Not so large that they’re prohibitively cumbersome or so small that they’re prohibitively pricey, Gateway’s newest eMachines blend sensible styling with today’s most desirable amenities and enough power for all but the most demanding notebook users. This model, the eMachines M6811 Notebook PC, sports state-of-the-art 64-bit power, DVD recording and a movie-friendly widescreen display, and is therefore an excellent choice for those seeking a notebook equally adept for entertainment and multimedia pursuits as it is for business.

Processor:
At the heart of any computer lies the CPU (processor), a massive array of miniature transistors that governs the speed and power of the entire unit. Some of today’s notebooks are equipped with high-end CPU’s on par with those found in top-of-the-line desktop PCs, while others are quick enough only for basic duties such as word processing, email and the like. The eMachines M6811 is equipped with an extremely powerful AMD Athlon 64 3400 Mobile Processor running at 2.2 GHz and featuring 1 GB of Level 2 cache for enhanced data access speed. This is one of the new breed of "64-bit" processors, which differ from traditional 32-bit processors in that they deliver substantially faster, more capable computing. There is, however, one catch -- in order to take full advantage of the capabilities of a 64-bit processor, you need to use a 64-bit operating system and 64-bit applications. Unfortunately, few 64-bit apps currently exist. Nevertheless, 64-bit processors are fully backward compatible with today’s 32-bit software and do provide some performance increase. Ultimately, a 64-bit processor is a good idea for anyone looking toward the future.

Memory:
Computers typically store information on their hard drive, but they keep frequently and recently accessed data in Random Access Memory (RAM) for faster retrieval. More RAM means more efficient computing, superior multitasking and less strain on your hard drive. The eMachines M6811 incorporates 512 MB of RAM of PC2700 DDR RAM, expandable to 1.2 GB. This is an average RAM allotment and speed in midlevel and high-end notebooks.

Video:
CPU’s are usually so busy doing basic calculations that they need help translating visual output to the viewing screen. This is the duty of the graphics card (or graphics controller). This system’s graphics controller is an ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 with 64 MB of dedicated video RAM. Dedicated video memory is far preferable to "shared" video memory, where the graphics controller appropriates a portion of the main system memory. With 64 MB of video memory at your bidding, you’ll have no problem accurately displaying 2D graphics and many 3D apps as well. Serious gamers and 3D artisans who absolutely need ultra-fluid, top-level visuals for today’s most challenging 3D applications may want to upgrade this component, though most notebook veterans should be quite satisfied as is.

Display:
Some of today’s largest notebooks are equipped with massive 17-inch displays, while many super-compact "ultra-lights" sport substantially smaller 12-inch displays. The eMachines M6811 features a midsize 15.4-inch display in the same widescreen format favored by moviemakers.

Hard Disk:
The eMachines M6811 features an 80 GB hard disk. While this isn’t a particularly large hard drive by desktop standards, it’s quite impressive in a notebook and ideal for those who need to operate a broad range of applications and also keep a library of space-gobbling music and/or multimedia files.

Optical Drive:
An optical drive is essential in today’s computing environment. A "CD-ROM" drive allows you to install CD-based applications and play music CDs. A "CD-RW" drive adds CD "burning", so you can also backup your important files to long-lasting discs and create personalized music CDs. With a DVD-ROM drive you can watch DVD movies. And with a DVD-RW drive, you can "write" home movies to durable discs and archive files to DVD (DVDs boast more than seven times the storage capacity of a CD). Some drives allow you to do a combination of all of these tasks. This system features a DVD+R/RW drive through which you can do all of the above. The unit’s 2.4x DVD+R/RW, 2x DVD-R/RW, 6x CD-R and 10x CD-RW burning speeds are typical.

Audio:
The eMachines M6811 is equipped with an integrated audio chip, built-in stereo speakers, a microphone jack and headphone/audio out.

Keyboard and Controls:
You’ll control your notebook via a standard mobile keyboard and a touchpad with vertical scroll zone.

Connectivity and Expansion:
The eMachines M6811 offers a wide variety of ways to keep in touch, including a 56K modem for low-speed dial-up Internet and email access, a 10/100Mbps Ethernet port for high-speed wired network and Internet, and an integrated 802.11g wireless connection for cord-free e-communication at home, at the office or on the road via a local public hotspot. 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), and a handy 6-in-1 card reader for reading memory cards from high-tech gadgets such as digital cameras, PDA’s and the like.

Operating System and Software:
Gateway has fitted the unit with today’s most popular operating system, Microsoft’s Windows XP Home Edition. Other applications include Microsoft’s Works 7.0 productivity suite, Microsoft’s Picture It! Standard Edition 7.0 digital photography studio, and an array of multimedia and Internet utilities.

Dimensions and Weight:
Notebook computers are manufactured in a wide variety of sizes and weights. Many of today’s most powerful notebooks are also the largest, weighing ten or twelve lbs or more and therefore too big and bulky for extensive, continuous traveling. These are often referred to as "desktop replacements". On the other extreme are "thin and lights" or "ultra-portables", super-miniaturized units that generally aren’t as powerful as their larger brethren but weigh as little as two lbs and fit comfortably inside a large purse. At 7.5 lbs and 14 by 10.4 by 1.6 inches, the eMachines M6811 is of medium size.

Power:
The unit is equipped with an 8-cell Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Whether you're e-mailing family and friends, balancing your online checkbook, or listening to your digital music collection, Compaq's SR1300NX offers all the power and versatility you need for a home desktop PC. Focusing on affordability, the SR1300NX has room to grow with the ability to add up to 1 GB of RAM and a wide variety of peripherals via its seven USB 2.0 ports. It comes loaded with a 60 GB hard drive, 256 MB of installed RAM, 2.0 GHz AMD Sempron 3000+ processor, a CD burner, and a multiformat memory card reader that's compatible with today's most popular digital camera formats.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: While it offers more than enough room for everyday computing needs and a decent-sized multimedia library, the 60 GB hard drive (7200 RPM) is small compared to other desktop PCs in this range. However, you can boost your storage space by adding optional external hard drives via the USB 2.0 or Firewire ports.
• Processor: A lower-end cousin to AMD's XP processor line, the 2.0 GHz AMD Sempron 3000+ found in this desktop is compatible in speed with Intel's 2.8 GHz Celeron processor. It's 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. It also features 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 installed 256 MB (PC2700) is underpowered for today's demanding office productivity and multimedia applications and immersive 3D games. You'll want to take advantage of the 1 GB total RAM capability (2 x 512 MB); however, maxing this out requires the replacement of the installed 256 MB DIMM.
• CD/DVD Drive: To keep this desktop as affordable as possible, the SR1300NX comes with just a CD-RW drive, which can burn audio, video, and data files to CD (instead of a combo DVD/CD drive). It has a fast 48x read/write speed and a 32x rewrite speed.
• Keyboard & Mouse: This desktop PC comes with the Compaq Productivity keyboard and scroller mouse, both of which connect to the PS/2 ports on the back of the machine.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
For expansion, the SR1300NX has two 5.25-inch external bays (one available), one external 3.5-inch bay (one available) and one internal 3.5-inch bay (occupied), three PCI slots (two available), and one AGP slot (available). It comes with a built-in floppy drive and the following external connectors:

• 7 USB 2.0 ports (3 in front, 4 in rear) 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 parallel port for connecting older printers and scanners
• 1 serial port for older peripherals such as early PDAs
• 2 PS/2 ports for connecting keyboards and mice
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 microphone, 1 headphone
• 1 line-out, and 1 line-in jack
• 9-in-1 media card reader on the front, compatible with CompactFlash (Type I and II), MicroDrive, SmartMedia, Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital, and XD Picture Card

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 preloaded with Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents), Symantec Norton Antivirus 2005 (with 60 days of LiveUpdate),Norton Personal Firewall 2004 (60-day security update subscription), RecordNow, iTunes, PC Doctor, and SpySubtract.

Dimensions and Weight
This desktop PC measures 15.35 x 7.17 x 16.54 inches (HxWxD) and weighs 30 pounds.

What's in the Box
This package contains the Compaq Presario SR1300NX desktop PC, power cable, keyboard, and mouse. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. ... Read more

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Get more for less with the eMachines T3092 desktop PC. Just right for students, home use, and even more demanding computer users, it features a 2.167 GHz AMD Athlon XP 3000+ processor, a 160 GB hard drive to store all your digital media files, 512 MB of RAM, and both a DVD+/-RW drive and a CD-ROM drive accommodate all your multimedia needs. It comes with Windows XP Home Edition installed, along with all the software and utilities you'll need to get up and running fast.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: With a massive 160 GB hard drive you'll have ample room for everything you need to store, including digital photos, audio files, and digital videos.
• Processor: The ultra fast 2.167 GHz AMD Athlon XP processor has a 512 KB L2 cache and is fast enough to handle demanding applications. AMD Athlon XP processors are built specifically for ultimate performance with Microsoft Windows XP, and feature QuantiSpeed architecture for faster performance in applications, more power, and better reliability.
• Memory: There is 512 MB RAM (PC 2700) in one slot, and is expandable to up to 2 GB for future upgrades.
• CD/DVD Drive: The DVD+/-RW drive lets you write to DVD+/-R at 8x, to DVD+/-RW at 4x, to CD-R at 32x, and to CD-RW at 16x, and can read CDs at 40x and DVDs at 12x speeds. The CD-ROM drive can also read CDs at speeds of 48x. With all these options you can play audio CDs, access CD-ROMs, watch DVDs, make your own mix CDs, create your own DVDs, or backup files on CD-R, CD-RW, or DVD media.
• Keyboard & Mouse: It comes with a Premium Plus multimedia keyboard and a 2-button wheel mouse.

Sound and Graphics
With an integrated NVIDIA GeForce4 MX graphics card with 64 MB integrated memory, you can play 3D games with ultra-realistic graphics and watch DVDs with movie-quality color and resolution. It also comes with amplified stereo speakers, and an nForce 6-channel audio card so you can start listening to crystal-clear music and audio right out of the box.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
It features a built-in 56K ITU v.92 ready fax/modem and Intel PRO 10/100 Mbps built-in Ethernet so you can get online easily whether you choose to use dial up or a high speed Internet connection or connect your computer to a network. Also included is an 8-in-1 Digital Media Manager to read USB 2.0, Secure Digital (SD), Smart Media, Compact Flash, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Micro Drive, and Multimedia Card. There is one free internal AGP 8x slot so you can add another AGP card in the future. It also features the following external ports:

• 5 USB 2.0 ports (1 in Media Manager, 4 in back) for connecting to a wide range of peripherals, from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 serial port for connecting to older electronics like modems or mice
• 1 parallel port for connecting to printers or cameras based on older technologies
• 2 PS/2 ports for the keyboard and mouse
• Audio in and audio out ports for connecting headphones, microphone, or speakers

Preloaded System and Software
The eMachines T3092 is powered by Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition. Windows XP Home Edition is packed with multimedia features to help you get your creative juices flowing. Windows Media Player lets you burn and play CDs, in addition to playing and organizing digital audio files. Windows MovieMaker is a basic video editing tool that helps you capture and edit digital video to save your memories and share them with others.

It also comes packed with the following software: Microsoft Works 7.0, Microsoft Money 2004, Microsoft Picture It! Standard Edition, Encarta Online, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Real Player, Nero 6 Suite, PowerDVD, Internet Explorer, CompuServe, AOL (with 3 month membership included), Norton AntiVirus 2004 (90 day complimentary subscription), and BigFix.

Dimensions and Weight
The tower PC measures 7.25 x 14.12 x 16.0 inches (W x H x D).

What's in the Box
eMachines T3092 desktop PC, keyboard, mouse, amplified stereo speakers, power cable, user's manual, and warranty information. ... Read more

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Compaq's Presario 900US notebook PC makes no compromises. This super-fast system includes a huge 15-inch display, a DVD/CD-RW drive, and IEEE 1394 (FireWire) support so you can edit your own movies. All of this power comes at a surprisingly low price, making it ideal for families and students who want advanced features but don't want to break the bank.

Measuring 1.5 by 12.8 by 10.6 inches and weighing 6.69 pounds, this Presario is relatively light for a notebook that sports such a large TFT screen and includes a built-in floppy drive. ATI's Mobility Radeon drives the display at 1,024 x 768 resolution, offering enough graphics horsepower for the latest 3-D games. The 900US also includes video-out so you can play games, do presentations, or watch DVDs on your TV, and a VGA connector supporting a desktop monitor at resolutions up to 1,600 x 1,200.

AMD's Mobile Athlon 1700+ (1.47 GHz) processor and 256 MB of DDR SDRAM give this system enough speed to handle any application, from word processing to video conferencing to video editing. The DVD/CD-RW combo drive lets you play DVD movies and burn your own CDs, and integrated JBL Pro Audio speakers with Bass Reflex deliver high-quality stereo sound for watching movies or listening to music. The large 30 GB hard drive offers plenty of space for storing video, music, or applications.

The Presario offers every type of connectivity you'll need, including a FireWire port for connecting to DV video cameras and external drives. Combined with a compatible video camera, this turns the Presario into a video editing workstation. In addition, the system includes a 10/100 Ethernet adapter, a 56K modem, two USB ports, a parallel port, and a high-speed infrared port.

The system's keyboard section features a standard 88-key layout and a touch pad for cursor control. Pre-installed software includes Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Works 6.0, Microsoft Money 2001, a one-year subscription to the Encarta Online Encyclopedia, Roxio's EZ CD Creator, and Norton AntiVirus 2002. ... Read more

Reviews (8)

This is one awesome notebook
You can't argue with 3 hours of battery life, an awesome AMD processor, DDR RAM, Radeon Graphics (shared memory 16/32/64MB user-selectable), JBL speakers, a 15" screen, a DVD/CD-RW drive, and the wireless multiport.

Very Satisfied with the Compaq 900US!
My desktop PC was too outdated, so I decided that it was time for a new computer. Since I'm a student and on the brink of going to college next year, I decided that my best bet would be a mobile, notebook. Like most computer users, I sought various sources of opinions before settling on the best one. Why COMPAQ? My old desktop was a HP Pavillion and it included tons of software. However, most were never used and my HP Pavillion was "preset" to a certain look, such as the way in which all the programs under Start up are labeled and grouped. I think Compaqs are less "customized" to a certain look, you know what I mean? Its simplicity allows you to customize it to your taste without having the need to delete excess junk.

Well, I considered several Compaq models... the 732US, 725US, and the 900US. I chose the 900US, because there is more GB, considerably faster, and a larger 15" screen. Although it is not that light, the size is alright and absolutely manageable. I'm not going into the specifics, because I believe that has already been said.

Overall, I am VERY satisfied with this notebook. It has almost everything I need and the price was economical. Although the software selections weren't great, Microsoft Works 6.0 is adequate for all my lab write-ups, essays, spreadsheets, graphs, tables, and all those extra fun stuff. Besides, this laptop is expandable and upgradable! This is great selection for any home user, college student, and typical office user. I believe it consists of all you need as far as workability is concerned. I believe this notebook will suffice to provide for the typical gamer. Initial setup was a breeze and Windows XP is easy and fun.

I am able to transfer images from my desktop, edit images, and more. A serious digital artist may need a better screen though. Nevertheless, IT IS 15" and the 1024X768 is awesome... perfect. The screen is clear, nice, and bright. The sound is great with CD's AND DVD's, but music from the internet, AOL radio specifically, can be sketchy at times... probably due to my internet connection though. By the way, DVDs play GREAT!

This notebook is fast, slick, economical, and it fulfills all that I need in a computer. I'm very satisfied with this purchase. I love using it :)

Everything you need
This Compaq has all the hardware you need plus the speed. You can always add software (Compaq is frugal with the software). Yes, the cd drive gets hot...all the notebooks my friends have do also.Not a problem. Your battery time will vary depending on what your doing. Cd burning sucks the battery down fast...
The screen is just fine. It seems that to get the u or s screen you have to $pend alot or trade down in RAM.
It is heavy with the battery installed. You get ALL the ports you could need incld.I'm very Happy with my Compaq 900US...you will be too.

Finally, a Compaq notebook that's fast and affordable!
I just bought my Compaq 900US two days ago and it was worth the wait. I waited months for Compaq to come up with a fast and affordable laptop other than the 700 series notebooks that are limited to 384 megs of RAM and 133 speed. I am extremely impressed with the performance, battery life, options, and accessories. The price is perfect too.
I compared this to the Compaq 1505US, and found them to only have a couple of things different and saved a couple of hundred with the 900US. AMD has always kept their promise with their processors and they sold me when I compared the Athlon with the pentium. AMD is less expensive and I only wish people like myself would break away from the pentium loyalty. You can't go wrong with this one. I'm sure this could replace mostly any desktop out there.

Overall a good buy
I've just got my Compaq 900US notebook a few days ago and I am pleased with it. I've been unable to find any good reviews on the system; hopefully this will help future purchasers.

The system comes equipped with an Athlon XP 1700+(1.47Ghz and a 266Mhz FSB), 256 MB PC-2100 DDR Ram, ATI IGP320M chipset and integrated graphics, a 30GB 4200 RPM ATA 100 hard drive, and DVD(x8)/CDRW(8/8/24) combo drive and a 15" TFT screen (1024x768 max resolution).

What I like: The screen is large and bright, though in my opinion not as good as a high quality CRT. The graphics capabilities are average and will be enough for a person who wants to play the latest games at lower resolutions and detail settings. I was able to run Jedi Knight II at 800x600 with high quality and Return to Castle Wolfenstein at 640x480 with medium detail settings. I've also done some benchmarking using 3dMark 2001. The scores at the default setting were around 2600. I haven't noticed any ghosting, which can occur when images on the screen move very fast. The sound is fairly loud and sounds good on DVDs and MP3s or music Cds. The notebook runs MS office apps with ease and all programs start almost instantly. Also, I've hooked it up to my TV with an s-video cable and an audio cable and watched a few DVDs without any problems. In addition, the battery life is outstanding going over 3 hours if you do basic tasks like typing. It also lasts for over two hours if you watch movies or play games. On average, I would say it lasts just over 2.5 hours. That is better than most P4 based notebooks, especially the ones using desktop CPUs. Finally the system comes with a mail in form for a free wireless card to connect to the Internet. You only have to pay shipping and handling plus tax on the shipping.

What I don't like: The system can run hot near the memory, especially when the CPU runs at its full speed. It never gets to the point where it will burn you though. Don't believe this is only an athlon problem, because I've used a P3 1 GHz Compaq Armada 500 notebook that ran as hot, if not hotter. If you set the power settings to "max battery" the system clocks itself down substantially and the system runs cool. The speakers can also crackle or get distorted when a music file or game with a lot of bass is playing. This does not happen often and is not really a huge problem. Another thing I don't like is the preinstalled software. The system comes with MS works and a load of other useless apps like AOL and CompuServe. I just uninstalled all of the apps I didn't want. In addition, the system is a bit heavy, but lighter than many "desktop replacements" like the Dell 8200. Also, I would have liked to have seen USB 2.0 ports, but a simple add on card ... could fix the problem. It does have a fire wire port though. Finally, the documentation is not very good, though a CD-rom with more detailed instructions is included. If you know nothing about computers you should still be able to figure things out. For people like me, with more expertise than the typical user, I would liked to have had more detailed specs and information.

Summary: I would recommend this system to anyone who wants good performance for a low price. If you like to play games don't expect the performance of a Geforce 4, or even 3, but some gaming is possible. What kept this system from getting 5 stars was the documentation, extra software, and average game performace. This system can do and MS office apps, plays DVD movies, and burn cds (with Adaptec Easy CD creator). If you need a notebook for college, a desktop replacement (if you don't want to run Quake 3 at 300 FPS), or just a system to travel with, the 900US is a great buy. ... Read more

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The Basics:
Not so large that they’re prohibitively cumbersome or so small that they’re prohibitively expensive, Gateway’s newest eMachines blend sensible styling with today’s most desirable amenities and enough power for all but the most demanding notebook users. This model, the eMachines M6810 Notebook PC, sports state-of-the-art 64-bit power, wireless connectivity and a movie-friendly widescreen display. If you want a larger hard drive and DVD burning capabilities, you’ll want to check out the slightly pricier eMachines M6811, but the eMachines M6810 is nevertheless a solid and affordable choice for those seeking a notebook equally adept for entertainment and multimedia pursuits as it is for business.

Processor:
At the heart of any computer lies the CPU (processor), a massive array of miniature transistors that governs the speed and power of the entire unit. Some of today’s notebooks are equipped with high-end CPU’s on par with those found in top-of-the-line desktop PCs, while others are quick enough only for basic duties such as word processing, email and the like. The eMachines M6810 is equipped with an extremely powerful AMD Athlon 64 3400 Mobile Processor running at 2.2 GHz and featuring 1 GB of Level 2 cache for enhanced data access speed. This is one of the new breed of "64-bit" processors, which differ from traditional 32-bit processors in that they deliver substantially faster, more capable computing. There is, however, one catch -- in order to take full advantage of the capabilities of a 64-bit processor, you need to use a 64-bit operating system and 64-bit applications. Unfortunately, few 64-bit apps currently exist. Nevertheless, 64-bit processors are fully backward compatible with today’s 32-bit software and do provide some performance increase. Ultimately, a 64-bit processor is a good idea for anyone looking toward the future.

Memory:
Computers typically store information on their hard drive, but they keep frequently and recently accessed data in Random Access Memory (RAM) for faster retrieval. More RAM means more efficient computing, superior multitasking and less strain on your hard drive. The eMachines M6810 incorporates 512 MB of RAM of PC2700 DDR RAM, expandable to 1.2 GB. This is an average RAM allotment and speed in midlevel and high-end notebooks.

Video:
CPU’s are usually so busy doing basic calculations that they need help translating visual output to the viewing screen. This is the duty of the graphics card (or graphics controller). This system’s graphics controller is an ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 with 64 MB of dedicated video RAM. Dedicated video memory is far preferable to "shared" video memory, where the graphics controller appropriates a portion of the main system memory. With 64 MB of video memory at your bidding, you’ll have no problem accurately displaying 2D graphics and many 3D apps as well. Serious gamers and 3D artisans who absolutely need ultra-fluid, top-level visuals for today’s most challenging 3D applications may want to upgrade this component, though most notebook veterans should be quite satisfied as is.

Display:
Some of today’s largest notebooks are equipped with massive 17-inch displays, while many super-compact "ultra-lights" sport substantially smaller 12-inch displays. The eMachines M6810 features a midsize 15.4-inch display in the same widescreen format favored by moviemakers.

Hard Disk:
While the unit’s 60 GB hard disk isn’t particularly large by desktop standards, it’s considered quite adequate in a notebook and therefore satisfactory for those who need to operate a broad range of applications and also keep a small library of space-gobbling music and/or multimedia files.

Optical Drive:
An optical drive is essential in today’s computing environment. A "CD-ROM" drive allows you to install CD-based applications and play music CDs. A "CD-RW" drive adds CD "burning", so you can also backup your important files to long-lasting discs and create personalized music CDs. With a DVD-ROM drive you can watch DVD movies. And with a DVD-RW drive, you can "write" home movies to durable discs and archive files to DVD (DVDs boast more than seven times the storage capacity of a CD). Some drives allow you to do a combination of all of these tasks. This system features a CD-RW/DVD drive through which you can play and burn CDs and play DVDs.

Audio:
The eMachines M6810 is equipped with an integrated audio chip, built-in stereo speakers, a microphone jack and headphone/audio out.

Keyboard and Controls:
You’ll control your notebook via a standard mobile keyboard and a touchpad with vertical scroll zone.

Connectivity and Expansion:
The eMachines M6810 offers a wide variety of ways to keep in touch, including a 56K modem for low-speed dial-up Internet and email access, a 10/100Mbps Ethernet port for high-speed wired network and Internet, and an integrated 802.11g wireless connection for cord-free e-communication at home, at the office or on the road via a local public hotspot. 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), and a handy 6-in-1 card reader for reading memory cards from high-tech gadgets such as digital cameras, PDA’s and the like.

Operating System and Software:
Gateway has fitted the unit with today’s most popular operating system, Microsoft’s Windows XP Home Edition. Other applications include Microsoft’s Works 7.0 productivity suite, Microsoft’s Money 2004 financial center, and an array of multimedia and Internet utilities.

Dimensions and Weight:
Notebook computers are manufactured in a wide variety of sizes and weights. Many of today’s most powerful notebooks are also the largest, weighing ten or twelve lbs or more and therefore too big and bulky for extensive, continuous traveling. These are often referred to as "desktop replacements". On the other extreme are "thin and lights" or "ultra-portables", super-miniaturized units that generally aren’t as powerful as their larger brethren but weigh as little as two lbs and fit comfortably inside a large purse. At 7.5 lbs and 14 by 10.4 by 1.6 inches, the eMachines M6810 is of medium size.

Power:
The unit is equipped with an 8-cell Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

The Compaq Presario R3340US notebook PC blends the bold and the beautiful, with a powerful, 64-bit 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon 3200+ processor and a widescreen 15.4-inch display that's perfect for both business presentations and watching DVD movies. It also features a 60 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, integrated 54g Wi-Fi connectivity, and a DVD+RW drive that can write both DVDs and CDs.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 80 GB hard drive is larger than the average notebook's, enabling road warriors more than enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and productivity software.
• Processor: The AMD Athlon 64 3200+ processor is built for tomorrow, with support for 64-bit compatible applications. It offers high performance that's well suited for multimedia and gaming. It also has A 1 MB L2 cache and an 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB).
• Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, PC2700 DDR SDRAM) is becoming standard on notebooks and it's a good start for power users. It has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 1.2 GB. One memory slot is occupied with 256 MB of non-removeable RAM.
• CD/DVD Drive: It is equipped with a combo DVD+/-RW and CD-RW drive. 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/8x rewrite/24x read speed.
• Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a standard 101-key keyboard and two-button touchpad with on/off button and dedictated vertical scroll up/down pad.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
This R3340US model has an integrated 802.11g wireless LAN (which is compatible with the more widespread 802.11b and offers faster data transmission rates). You get a basic offering of connectivity options, which does include super-fast USB 2.0:

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 parallel port
• 1 S-Video out
• 5-in-1 memory card reader (SD, MMC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, and SmartMedia)
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II, 32-bit)
• 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack

Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Home Edition operating system, and it also features Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). Other preloaded software includes Microsoft Money, Quicken New User Edition, Norton Antivirus 2004 (with 60-day LiveUpdate subscription), Adobe Acrobat Reader, Encarta Plus, HP Image Zone Plus, InterVideo WinDVD Creator,Sonic RecordNow, and Apple iTunes.

Dimensions and Weight
At 14.25 x 10.96 x 1.8 inches and 7.8 pounds, the R3310US is a bit larger in size compared to other notebooks in its class.

Power
It's powered by a 12-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which provides an average of battery life of around 2 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box
This package contains the Compaq Presario R3340US US notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limiited hardware warranty. ... Read more

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The Compaq Presario R3425US satisfies your need for speed without breaking the bank. You'll stay productive with the battery-sipping AMD Athlon XP-M processor and built-in 54g wireless connectivity with 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support. Presentations--and movies--will look great thanks to the large 15.4-inch display. This notebook also features a 60 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, and a combo DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive. For a step up in price, the R3430US offers an Intel Pentium 4 processor, video card with 128 MB of dedicated memory, and a DVD-/+RW drive.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 60 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) is becoming the average size for notebook PCs, enabling road warriors enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and productivity software.
• Processor: AMD's Athlon XP-M 3000+ (1.6 GHz) is powerful enough to ably run demanding business and multimedia applications. And with AMD's low-voltage PowerNow technology, you'll experience extended battery life for more productivity when out and about. The front-side bus (FSB), which measures how fast a processor and the main memory communicate, provides up to 1600 MHz speed. It also has 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, DDR SDRAM) is a good start for power users, and it offers a faster than average RAM speed (333 MHz). It 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 comparable business laptops.
• CD/DVD Drive: This desktop 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: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The R3425US has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's fully compatible with 802.11b/g wireless networks. The 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support will enable it to be ready for tomorrow's 125 Mbps wireless LANs. You get a basic offering of connectivity options, which does include super-fast USB 2.0:

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 Parallel SPP/ECP standard interface
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II, 32-bit)
• 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
• 1 notebook expansion port

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 preloaded with Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents), Norton Internet Security 2005 (with 60 days of complimentary updates), Microsoft Money 2005, Sonic RecordNow, Apple iTunes, Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition, Intervideo WinDVD, MuVee Autoproducer, and MSN Encarta Plus.

Dimensions and Weight
This notebook measures 11.18 x 14.25 x 1.8 inches and weighs 7.8 pounds.

Power
It's powered by a 8-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 3 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box
This package contains the R3425US notebook PC, 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. ... Read more

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Take your productivity to the next level with the Compaq Presario R3470US notebook PC. It features one of the fastest processors available in a notebook--the 64-bit AMD Athlon 3000+ processor--and comes with 54g wireless connectivity featuring SpeedBooster support. It's packed with power from port to port, offering a 100 GB hard drive, 1024 MB of installed RAM, 15.4-inch widescreen display, a DVD+/-RW and CD-RW combo drive, S-Video out connection for displaying through a TV, and Firewire capability for downloading footage from a digital video camcorder.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 100 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) is about as large a drive you'll find in a notebook. It offers more than enough capacity for storing documents and productivity software for road warriors, and it's the right size for storing loads of multimedia files, from video to audio.
• Processor: AMD's Athlon 64 3400+ processor is built for tomorrow's 64-bit applications, which will require a processor with significant power. This 2.2 GHz 3400+ processor (similar in performance to a 3.4 GHz Intel Pentium 4 chip) offers a system but with speeds up to 1600 MHz and a 1 MB L2 cache. It includes such AMD features as HyperTransport Technology (which increases the communication between integrated circuits) and Cool'n'Quiet Technology that conserves power while also keeping the PC nicely quiet.
• Memory: The 1024 MB of built-in memory (2 x 512 MB, DDR SDRAM) is a good start for power users, and it offers a faster than average RAM speed (333 MHz). It has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 2 GB (2 x 1024 MB).
• 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: This notebook has a full-sized 101-key keyboard and touchpad with four-way scroll zone on/off button and dedictated vertical scroll up/down pad.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The R3470US has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks. The 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support will enable it to be ready for tomorrow's 125 Mbps wireless LANs. 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

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 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).

Dimensions and Weight
Best used as a replacement for your desktop PC, the R3470US weighs 7.8 pounds. It measures 11.18 x 14.25 x 1.8 inches (LxWxH).

Power
This notebook is powered by a 8-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which offers an average of 2 hours of battery life (dependent upon computing conditions).

What's in the Box
This package contains the R3470US notebook PC, 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. ... Read more

Reviews (7)

I am a gamer
After doing a considerable amount of shopping I settled on the T2200 just before christmas. I am very pleased. I play ALOT of games including BF1942 and Mechwarrior4. I have no problems running MW4 while listening to mp3's off the hdd while running a voice com program. I picked up a G4 mmx video card for the AGP when I left the store. The only thing I could have done better would have been to get a Ti video card instead of the mmx. I have no complaints about the emachine.

Very good for the money.
I did my homework before laying down the cash for this system, and I'm glad I went for it. Granted, Emachines may have been less than stellar in the past, but new ownership has hopefully changed this.
The specs are impressive, especially at the price point. I'll be filling the AGP slot with a better graphics card at some point, but the built-in is fine. I'm not a gamer, though, so my main reason for upgrading will be a TV-in and out (Tivo on a budget).
512 Megs of memory is huge, and the DDR doesn't hurt, either. Memory prices keep dropping, too, so when the time comes, going to a full Gig won't be too painful.
The two optical drives are fast and reliable, and again, when the time comes, adding a DVD writer won't be that bad.
As for the HD, 100 Gigs should keep you happy for a while.
I did install a slot fan right off, from recommendations I read, but haven't had any heat-related problems yet. I plan to add a HD cooler very soon, though, along with a case fan or two. I figure, why not spend a few bucks if it protects the system.
So, what you have here is a nice system for burning CD's, email, whatever, with quite a bit of potential for upgrades down the line. No, it's not the fastest or best, but it's more than adequate for most uses. Those who need more tend to know exactly what they want, and are willing to pay for it.

Nice Machine for the money!!!
Ok, I've read the reviews and appreciate what each had to say. I've owned 3 PC's in about 4 years and all of them were built by a local PC shop. Barring none, they were mostly nothing but headaches and problems. I was thinking of sinking alot of money into an Apple/Mac due to all I've heard about their stable OS but knew I'd take a beating on the high price tags and less software options. Well, when the last PC I owned started bluescreening and even shutting on and off at will, I decided it was time to do something. Looking at the emachines of the past, I wouldn't have touched them. However, it looks like emachine is trying to become more of a major player in the PC industry and is trying to match quality and cost in attractive mixtures. I decided on this T2200 emachine when I saw all that one got in this machine. Granted to the gamer savvy, this is not the machine for them to have. Yet my son who likes games says it does ok on the games he has. I don't like some of the software however as it is incompatible or interferes with other programs (ie. winamp can't play with their version of CD/DVD software as the latter keeps taking over. I finally had to simply delete it. Another thing I found annoying was the xp log off for multiple users. Sometimes it won't log off and you have to hit ALT-CNTRL-DEL and get out with the windows manager. I also had to delete the fax software when I bought a new printer/scanner/copier as the accessory fax sofware kepts taking over instead of the fax software included and meant for the printer. What I do like is the fact that when something messes up (or the operator messes something up) you can go back to a previous time when everything was working ok on the PC and RESTORE it to those exact settings! That is so cool and it has already saved my "bacon" and kept things running smoothly. You can't beat the configuration of this ecconomical system for those of us who email and write and do finances and surf the internet alot. Sometimes it is faster than others but I suspect there are a multiple of reasons for this (especially when you are on the internet). The 6 USB ports are really great and I had no trouble setting up the machine or periphials like printers, digital photo reader, palm, etc. I use the machine in my basement office and it seems to stay cool enough that way. Also, I have a little circulating fan and I think that helps as well. Heard others say how hot it got ... perhaps mine is a fluke, but it doesn't get that way (lucky me). It is a joy to finally have a machine I am not always fighting with to run properly and my family thinks the personal touch of xp where they can go to their own startup page, is great. I will tell you that emachines warranty is ... enough to get and have peace of mind. However, beware that if you purchase your emachine from a retail outlet store like BB, or Staples, etc., they will seek to sell you their warranty without explaining that it isn't emachine's warranty you are purchasing. I paid an additional [money] for the identical warranty emachines has online. If you purchase one of these PC's, don't get the retailer's warranty unless you think it is worth the money and convenience to bring the PC to the store instead of having Emachines handle it. One thing, the few times it locks up, there is no way to shut the machine down outside of unplugging it (which I've had to do with no adverse effects). This Emachine is a good mixture of technology and affordability for the middle of the road PC user. As a pastor, I find it works well with my Bible software and my Office 2000 software. I may be simple in what I want a PC to do, but since my time is valuable and at a premium, it is finally great to have a machine that does all I need and at a price I could afford. Stability of XP and all the features of 512K ram, 100Gig HD, speedy processor (compared to my old 500mghtz) and the USBs and CD/DVD/CDRW drives sold me. So far I'm VERY PLEASED with the unit and would recommend it to anyone (other than really serious gamers) who wants alot of features and reliability in an affordable package. WAY TO GO EMACHINES!!! Oh, my son had never heard of EMACHINES before but even his friends are pretty impressed with the look, feel and all you get for the bucks. Buying this PC sure makes me look smart around the home and I just bought a lessor model for the office I was so impressed. I've taken my old machine back to the man who built it and said, "fix it and sell it as I'm through with it." I don't think I'll be saying the same about this one. :-)

NOT A GAMING MACHINE !! BEWARE
I'm writing this review in the hopes that consumers like you will read it, and hopefully avoid making the costly mistake I made.
I recently purchased TWO T2200SE machines, one 6 months before christmas and the other about 2 weeks before christmas.
I got then with the intention of using them for gaming and running web development software, which I was anticipating and expecting it to run......WHAT A CROCK!
It locks up, jams the system, is slow to shut down, and to make it worse, their tech support staff are a bunch of monkies.

Why would I want to run my brand new machine in 640x480 256 colors to run a game ? what would be the point ?
My old PC sporting a stinkin CYRIX chip did a better job.
Another thing, they messed my order up 3 times, and then didn't even ship it FEDEX 2 day delivery like they promised they would, nor did they refund my money.

It might be a cheap machine, but consider exactly WHAT you are paying for

Oh and the T2200 SE machine, the big ATI RADEON video card they go on about....it's a PCI CARD not an AGP so it totally spoils the point of having it anyways! The machines have ONE fan, and run hot if they've been on for a few hours....and if you want to remove the casing to install another fan, you'll VOID your warranty.

I'm totally disappointed ! This PC would be great for someone who wants to browse the web, play a few games, but not multi-tasking...this PC is incapable of it....as you'll find yourself restarting every hour which is ANNOYING !

I wish I had just customized my own PC with the parts I needed and wanted, but now I'm stuck with these for the next year or so.
Think about it...PRICE and QUALITY often go hand in hand..

For this price you can do better
By cutting down on things you don't really need like a 100GB hard disk drive, you can (at this price) get things you do need like good graphics.

Overall this machine has decent features. The AMD 1.8GHz CPU (the model number is 2200 but don't be fooled) is adequate for most users (though it does lack SSE-2, something that will hurt down the line) and it has plenty of ram and very large hard disk (something I don't really endorse right now considering the very high return volume on 100GB+ hard disk drives).

The main weakness is the graphics: the S3 ProSavage8 is a very old chipset architecture that won't play any recent 3D games (at quality levels worth playing). [I should note that Amazon incorrectly states it has Intel Extreme Graphics which are much better, though not high on my list.]

E-machines offers better computers that this, and so do it's competitors. I would keep looking. ... Read more