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Get everything you're looking for in a large-screen notebook PC without breaking the bank with the Averatec AV6130H1-01, perfect for everyone from college students and families to small business owners. The affordable AV6130H1-01 offers a 3 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor, 40 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, and a CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo drive. It also features a 15.4-inch screen, strong video/graphics card with 64 MB of video RAM, multi-format memory card reader, and 54g wi-fi networking.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 40 GB IDE hard drive is on the small side compared to other notebooks. However, it does offer a decent enough capacity for storing documents and productivity software for road warriors--but not enough for much multimedia storage.
• Processor: The 3.0 GHz Mobile Intel Pentium 4 is a powerful processor that was designed to be used with notebooks used as a desktop replacement PC. It has a front-side bus (FSB) of 533 MHz and a 1 MB L2 cache.
• Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (2 x 256 MB, 333 MHz, 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: The combo CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive can write and read CDs at 24x and rewrite at 10x speeds. It can read DVDs at 8x.
• Keyboard & Mouse: The AV6130H1-01 features an 85-key keyboard that offers the functionality of a full-sized 101-key keyboard and a two-button touchpad pointing device.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The AV6130H1-01 has an integrated wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b and the faster 802.11g networks. You get a decent offering of external 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 II, 32-bit)
• Multi-format memory card reader compatible with Memory Stick, Secure Digital, and MultiMedia cards
• 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack

Preloaded System and Software
This notebook comes with the Windows XP Home Edition, and it features Microsoft Works 7.0 (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents) and PowerDVD.

Dimensions and Weight
Measuring 1.4 x 14.1 x 10.6 inches (H x W x D) and weighing 7.7 pounds, the AV6130H1-01 is bit larger than other notebooks in its range. It's best used as a desktop replacement while offering portability when you need it.Power
The rechargeable lithium-ion battery has an average battery life of 3 hours.

What's in the Box
This package contains the AV6130H1-01 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limiited hardware warranty and 6 months warranty for the battery. ... Read more

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Express yourself clearly and colorfully with the HP ZX5190US notebook PC. Featuring a bright widescreen 15.4-inch display, the ZX5190US comes with a suite of HP image editing and sharing software that will make it easy to travel with your photo portfolio and send to friends, family, and colleagues. The ZX5180US offers a ultra-fast 3.2 GHz hyper-threaded Pentium 4 processor, a huge 1 GB of installed RAM, a spacious 80 GB hard drive, 54g integrated wireless connectivity, and a strong ATI Mobility Radeon 9200 video card.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The spacious 80 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) is at the very top of the range for notebook storage, and it offers more than enough capacity for both your work and home files as well as a good-sized multimedia library.
• Processor: The 3.2 GHz Pentium 4 processor with Hyper-Threading technology (which allows a single CPU system to behave in some aspects like a dual-CPU system--see more in Tech Talk section below) is one of the fastest processors found in current notebook PCS. It is well suited for high-performance gaming and professional-quality image, audio, and video editing. It also has a 512 KB L2 cache and an 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB).
• Memory: The ZX5190US comes with a whopping 1024 MB built-in memory (2 x 512 MB modules, DDR SDRAM, 333 MHz), which will get you easily processing imagery and video right out of the box. One of the 512 MB RAM modules is built in, leaving you one slot for upgrading memory (up to 1536 MB with a 1024 MB module).
• 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 PC has a 101-key keyboard and touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical scroll up/down pad.

Video and graphics are powered by the ATI Mobility Radeon 9200 card, which provides good overall 3-D performance as well as the ability to drive an external monitor in addition to the ZX5190US's own screen. It has 64 MB of dedicated DDR RAM. It features an integrated AC'97 (Audio Codec '97) sound card--producing 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro-compatible audio--that is built into the computer's main board. This notebook is outfitted with internal Harman Kardon speakers.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The ZX5190US offers a good variety of external connections, including 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 in front, 1 in rear)
• 1 parallel port for connecting older printers and scanners
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 1 S-Video out (for connecting to a TV)
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II compatible and 32-bit card bus)
• 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
• 5-in-1 memory card reader, compatible with Secure Digital (SD), MultiMedia (MMC), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, and Smaredia cards.

Preloaded System and Software
The ZX5190US 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 Norton Antivirus 2003 (with 60 days of complimentary live updates), Quicken, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Encarta Online Deluxe, Adobe Acrobat Reader, InterVideo WinDVD SE (for playing DVD movies) and WinDVD Creator (for burning DVD discs), Roxio EasyCD Creator,and MusicMatch Jukebox.

The integrated 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 imagesÑwithout downloading time-consuming attachments. Automatically arrange your photos to print multiple copies. Create a slide show with the HP Memories Disc Creator.

Dimensions and Weight
Measuring 11.59 x 14.25 x 1.8 inches (L x W x D), this isn't the most compact notebook available (due largely to its widescreen display). Its 8-pound weight is heavier than most road warriors look for in a laptop.

Power
The included 12-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery has an approximate 2-hour battery life (during normal use). It also comes with a 120W AC adapter.

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion ZX5190US notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, phone cord, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase.

Tech Talk
Hyper-Threading: 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. ... Read more

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The HP Pavilion zd7280us notebook isn't just a PC, it's a portable audio player, DVD player, digital media center, and TV all in one. With a super fast 3.20 GHz Pentium 4 processor with Hyper-Threading technology, an 80 GB hard drive, and 1024 MB RAM, it can handle nearly everything you throw its way. It features HP TV/Personal Video Recorder and comes with an HP USB TV Tuner (and a TV antenna input) to watch and record live television, and a combo CD-RW/DVD+RW drive so you can record to your favorite media. Plus, the expansive 17.0 inch SXGA+ high definition widescreen integrated display will let you watch DVDs, video, TV, and view photos in bright, crisp, realistic color.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: An 80 GB hard drive has ample room to store your digital photos, audio, and video files, and handle all your day-to-day applications.
• Processor: The 3.2 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor features Hyper-Threading technology, and it has a 512 KB L2 cache. Hyper-Threading helps a PC run multiple applications at the same time, which enables the processor to execute two threads (a part of a program) in parallel, boosting performance. This results in more efficient software performance (such as faster reaction times in gaming applications) and enhanced multitasking.
• Memory: 1024 MB DDR SDRAM (in two slots) speeds up the processing of applications--even games, digital audio, and digital video software.
• CD/DVD Drive: The CD-RW/DVD+RW combo drive can record to DVD and CD-RW media, and can write CD-RW at 16x and rewrite at 10x speeds.
• Keyboard & Mouse: It has a notebook keyboard with scroll bar, integrated numeric keypad, and touch pad.
• Display: The 17.0-inch SXGA+ high definition widescreen display with HP BrightView technology is ideal for watching TV (with the integrated TV tuner) and DVDs.

Sound and Graphics
The Pavilion zd7280us notebook features an nVidia GeForce FX Go 5700 graphics processor with 128 MB video RAM for intensely realistic 3-D games and high performance graphics. It also comes with internal Harman Kardon speakers for clear, bright, sound without headphones.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
Get online fast with the integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet LAN, 54g 802.11b/g WLAN with 125HSM/SpeedBooster support, or built-in 56Kbps modem. It also includes the following external ports:

• 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting to a wide range of peripherals, from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 PC Card slot for adding a variety of upgrades, including memory, modems, portable disk drives, and more
• 1 IEEE 1394 FireWire slot to connect to digital video cameras or other peripherals
• 1 parallel port for connecting to printers or cameras based on older technologies
• 1 infrared port for syncing your notebook with other laptops equipped with infrared ports or with your PDA
• 1 S-video out port to connect your laptop to your television
• 1 VGA video out port to connect to a monitor
• 1 TV antenna in
• 1 RCA video in
• 1 RCA audio in
• 1 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, Memory Sticks, Memory Stick Pro, and Smart Media cards

Preloaded System and Software
The HP Pavilion zd7280us notebook is powered by Windows XP Home Edition, which makes it easy for you to get up and running as quickly as possible. It's 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. The HP TV/Personal Video Recorder works with the TV tuner to let you capture live TV and later edit, view it later, or burn to a CD or DVD with the touch of a button.

It also comes with the following software installed: Roxio Easy CD Creator Basic, InterVideo WinDVD, InterVideo WinDVD SE Player, HP Image Zone Plus photo and imaging software, Apple iTunes and Apple iTunes Music Store, Symantec Norton Antivirus, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Encarta Plus, Quicken New Users Edition, AOL Dial-up, MSN Dial-up, Earthlink Dial-up, and SBC Yahoo!.

Dimensions and Weight
It weighs 9.3 pounds

What's in the Box
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Amazingly lightweight and tremendously speedy, the 5-pound Toshiba Tecra M2-310 was created for on-the-go road warriors who demand outstanding performance from an ultra-portable notebook PC. Designed with sleek, slimming angular lines, the Tecra M2-310 incorporates Intel Centrino mobile technology (with a 1.5 GHz Pentium-M processor), providing advanced power, battery optimization (up to 6 hours of battery life with optional second battery), and 54g wireless connectivity. Other features include a 14.1-inch display, 40 GB hard drive, 256 MB of installed RAM, and a combo DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 40 GB Enhanced IDE hard drive is on the small side compared to other notebooks. However, it does offer a decent enough capacity for storing documents and productivity software for road warriors--but not enough for much multimedia storage.
• Processor: The 1.5 Ghz Pentium M processor is considered at the middle of speed range compared with other Centrino notebooks (with current speed topping out at 1.7 GHz). Because of itsdesign, the Intel Pentium M gets more done per clock tick than a Mobile Intel Pentium 4, thus providing the discrepency in GHz measurement (i.e., 1.7 versus 3.2). The Pentium M 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 front-side bus (FSB) of 400 MHz and a 1 MB L2 cache.
• Memory: This notebook has 256 MB of pre-installed memory (DDR SDRAM), which is calling out for more power right out of the gate. It has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 2 GB (2 x 1024 MB).
• CD/DVD Drive: It comes equipped with a combo DVD/CD-RW drive, which enables you to play DVD-ROM discs and DVD movies as well as burn data and record music to CD discs. The CD-RW drive has 16x write, 10x rewrite, and 40x read speeds. The DVD-ROM has an 8x playback speed.
• Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook is outfitted with a standard 85-key keboard with 12 function keys and a two-button touchpad.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
This Tecra M2 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. It also features Toshiba's SlimSelect bay that enables you to use an optional hot-swappable device, such as a second battery or another optical drive. Other external connectivity options include:

• 2 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 infrared port
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II)
• 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack

Preloaded System and Software
The Tecra M2-310 notebook comes with the Windows XP Professional operating system (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features), and it features Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). Other preloaded software titles include Adobe Acrobat Reader and Norton AntiVirus.

Dimensions and Weight
Measuring 10.1 x 12.3 x 1.4 inches (L x W x H) and weighing just 4.9 pounds, the Tecra M2-310 notebook will be a joy to travel with.

Power
The 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides a 4-hour battery life, and up to 6 hours when using a second battery inserted into the SlimSelect bay.

What's in the Box
This package contains the Tosiba Tecra M2-310 notebook PC, AC power adapter, and printed operating instructions. ... Read more