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The Athlon 64 3000+ "Super Book" M6805 From eMachines Widescreen Display, High-Speed 802.11g Wireless! The eMachines M6805 brings full-bore, powerhouse performance to the notebook format. With its awesome 64MB ATI Mobility RADEON 9600 Graphics Controller and outstanding PC2001 Compliant AC’97 audio, the M6805 will make a huge splash at gaming conventions! And the M6805’s 802.11g wireless LAN, gives you instant access to the Internet at hot spots worldwide. Plus, you'll be ready to take on the next generation of 64-bit software applications with the Mobile AMD Athlon™ 64 processor - the most advanced PC processor for notebook computing. The M6805 also includes 512 MB memory, a massive 60 GB hard drive, built-in Ethernet, 6-in-1 digital media reader, CD-RW/DVD combo drive and an ultra-wide 15.4" screen that boasts 40% more movie than full-screen format and 20% more screen content than other notebooks. For incredible power, astonishing speed and superb graphics in an outstanding portable package, there’s no better notebook than the eMachines M6805! ... Read more

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eMachines M6811 Notebook PC Portable Power! Freedom takes on a new meaning with the affordable, portable M6811. You'll have the freedom to access information and communicate virtually anywhere with the 54g wireless LAN - at airports, schools, coffee houses or any hotspot. Featuring the mobile AMD Athlon 64 3400+ processor, the most advanced PC processor for notebook computing, this slim, stylish notebook is ideal for your current needs: personal computing, DVD movies, games, digital photography and other 32-bit multimedia applications. And it's ready for the next generation of 64-bit software applications. The M6811 is all about power and performance with Microsoft Windows XP Home, 512 MB memory, 60 GB hard drive, DVD±RW drive, 6-in-1 digital media manager and an ultra-wide 15.4" screen. The ATi MOBILITY RADEON 9600 Graphics card brings your movies to life in brilliant, crisp color. And everything is backed by eMachines' world-class support. Experience mobile freedom at its extreme, with the M6811. ... Read more

Features

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home
• Processor: AMD Athlon 64-Bit Processor 3400+(2.2GHz)
• Memory: 512MB DDR
• Optical Drive: DVD±RW
• Viewable Screen Size: 15.4-inch WXGA Widescreen

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The Go Anywhere Do Everything Notebook! The eMachines M5312 Notebook PC. Jack of all trades. Master of the Digital Multimedia World! Take it with you everywhere. Rely on it to do virtually anything you can imagine doing with a super powerful desktop computer.Latest and Greatest in Wireless Technology! The eMachines M5312's built-in 802.11g wireless networking technology gives you instant wireless access to your home network. It doesn't matter where you are in the world, you're only a keystroke or mouse click away from the your home base. And you'll be able to leap onto the Internet via worldwide hot spots, whether at airports, schools, bookstores, coffee shops, or business centers.Security Features to Protect Your Wireless Communications The eMachines M5312 safeguards your invaluable wireless communications with built-in, state-of-the-industry WEP and AES 128bit security technologies. These innovative encryption protections keep everything you transmit through wireless networking safe from the prying eyes and ears of unscrupulous cyber thieves who could do incalculable damage to your business by stealing your trade secrets. ... Read more

Features

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home
• Processor: AMD Athlon XP-M 2400+
• Memory: 512MB DDR
• Optical Drive: CD-RW/DVD Combo
• Viewable Screen Size: 15.4-inch WXGA Widescreen

Reviews (1)

Phenomenal Bend Over Backwards Customer Service
I actually have the M5310. It's worked beautifully -- I have NO complaints with the product. After 13 months of use (and abuse -- It's on about 18 hours a day, 7 days a week as my primary computer -- I work from home and have small kids -- so I'm on and off it all day) the absolute only problem I've had is the CPU fan wearing out -- three times in 13 months. So I subtracted a star.

But each and every time I called they set up arrangements to collect the computer by sending me a fedex box -- I'd pack the computer away according to their directions -- send it off -- and have it back in less than a week. No cost to me. I didn't even have to leave the house. They were always, always super fast and courteous. No huge wait times, no charge for help when I had installation issues with other programs I was using -- when I messed up my home networking, they gave me directions for that, too.

I bought an underlaptop cooling pad for the laptop. Give me another year and I'll gladly buy another emachine. It's a lot of value for the money. ... Read more

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Extreme Multimedia to Go! Presenting the next generation of wireless notebooks - the sleek, thin M5310 with built-in 802.11g wireless networking. You'll have instant wireless home networking and split-second access to the Web at all global "hot spots"- airports, schools, bookstores, coffee shops and more. And there's no need to worry about your privacy and data - you're protected with WEP and AES 128bit security technologies. The M5310 also features a lightning-quick processor, large storage space and memory, Ethernet and a combination CD-RW/DVD drive. Plus, the generous widescreen delivers up to 40% more movie than full-screen format and up to 20% more screen content than other notebooks. Unwire your life and get more with the M5310! ... Read more

Features

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home
• Processor: Athlon XP-M 2400+
• Memory: 512MB DDR
• Optical Drive: CD-RW/DVD Combo
• Viewable Screen Size:15.4-inch WXGA

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A Mobile Masterpiece! AMD Athlon 64-Bit CPU 80GB HDD - 802.11g Wireless Plus DVD Burner eMachines has created a mobile masterpiece with the fast, powerful M6809 notebook running on its mighty AMD Athlon 64-bit 3200+ processor. This lightweight, portable dynamo boasts a wealth of incredible features and world-class components. Here are just a few to what your appetite. A system Bus using HyperTransport Technology operating at an astonishing 1600MHz. Awesome 1MB L2 cache. Massive 80GB hard drive. A half gig of lightning-quick DDR memory. Built-in 802.11g wireless up to 54 MBps! That’s right - you’ll be flying without wires - connecting from any hot spot in the world. 10/100Mbps built-in Ethernet. 6-in 1 Digital Media Manager. Plus, you will have an incredible array of entertainment options with the M6809’s high-performance DVD burner. With a high-resolution 15.4” TFT LCD Widescreen display you will see everything with stunning clarity. And you will have spectacular graphics with the ATI Mobility RADEON 9600 video card and huge 64MB video RAM, as well as crisp, full-bodied sound with AC ’97 audio. ... Read more

Features

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home
• Processor: AMD Athlon 64-Bit Processor 3200+ (1.6GHz)
• Memory: 512MB DDR
• Optical Drive: DVD±RW
• Viewable Screen Size: 15.4-inch WXGA

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Travel in style with the sleek, thin, leading edge M5305 notebook. Mobile AMD XP-M 2000+ Power, 15.4' WideScreen Display and a Combo Drive! ... Read more

Features

• Width: 14"
• Height: 1.36"
• Weight: 6.5 lbs
• Depth: 10"
• Interface Type: RJ-11 Phone Connector

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eMachines M2352 Refurbished Notebook PC Cost-effective Connectivity Thin is definitely "in" with the sleek M2352. You get the power and high performance of desktop processing in a slim notebook. The M2352 is ideal for the user who demands the utmost in mobility and requires the freedom and flexibility to be productive no matter where they are. The 54g wireless LAN allows you split-second Web access worldwide - at airports, schools, coffee houses or any hotspot. Features include: mobile AMD Athlon XP 3000+ processor, Microsoft Windows XP Home, 512 MB memory, 60 GB hard drive, ATi RADEON™ IGP 320 Graphics card, CD-RW/DVD combo drive and a generous 15.4" widescreen. Everything is backed by eMachines' world-class support. The M2352 is an irresistible blend of cutting-edge technology, style and value. And it's ready when you are - anytime, anyplace, anywhere. ... Read more

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eMachines M6410 Refurbished Notebook PC Introducing the ultimate traveling companion - the M6410. It's good company. It packs light. And it goes wherever you go. This trim, portable notebook is designed for motion. And with the 54g wireless LAN, you're ready to connect wirelessly and effortlessly, from wherever life takes you - airport terminals, at school or any hotspot. This powerful notebook is packed with the features you need: Intel Pentium 4 2.80 GHz processor, 512 MB memory, 60 GB hard drive, CD-RW/DVD combo drive, Intel Extreme Graphics card and an ultra-wide 15.4" screen for your movie-watching pleasure. The M6410 delivers desktop performance and true mobility in a compact notebook. Get ready to experience levels of freedom and functionality. Then let the journey begin. ... Read more

Features

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home
• Processor: Intel Pentium 4 2.8GHz
• Memory: 512MB DDR
• Optical Drive: CD-RW/DVD Combo
• Viewable Screen Size: 15.4-inch WXGA Widescreen

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Best Price in its Class! Fast Mobile CPU, 512MB DDR, 60 GB HDD This eMachines powerhouse notebook delivers high-performance mobile computing at the most affordable price in the industry. It costs hundreds less than you'd pay for most notebooks with comparable components! And the eMachines M5313 offers uncompromising productivity, remarkable portability and the very latest in wireless technology. Running on a fast AMD Athlon XP-M 2500+ processor for maximized mobile computing, the M5313 boasts 512MB of lightning-quick DDR RAM, a large 60GB hard drive, a top-notch CD burner/DVD combo drive and 802.11g wireless connectivity for convenient Internet connections at any global hot spot. This sensational notebook is loaded from bumper to bumper with world-class components and features a panoramic 15-inch WXGA screen that frames your computing experience in a stunning, easy-on-the-eyes visual display. For the very best in no-sacrifice mobile computing at an incredibly low cost, purchase this eMachines M5313 notebook computer today! ... Read more

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eMachines M6810 Notebook PC Portable Power! Freedom takes on a new meaning with the affordable, portable M6810. You'll have the freedom to access information and communicate virtually anywhere with the 54g wireless LAN - at airports, schools, coffee houses or any hotspot. Featuring the mobile AMD Athlon 64 3200+ processor, the most advanced PC processor for notebook computing, this slim, stylish notebook is ideal for your current needs: personal computing, DVD movies, games, digital photography and other 32-bit multimedia applications. And it's ready for the next generation of 64-bit software applications. The M6810 is all about power and performance with Microsoft Windows XP Home, 512 MB memory, 60 GB hard drive, CD-RW/DVD combo drive, 6-in-1 digital media manager and an ultra-wide 15.4" screen. The ATi MOBILITY RADEON 9600 Graphics card brings your movies to life in brilliant, crisp color. And everything is backed by eMachines' world-class support. Experience mobile freedom at its extreme, with the M6810. ... Read more

Features

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home
• Processor: AMD Athlon 64-Bit Processor 3200+(2.0GHz)
• Memory: 512MB DDR
• Optical Drive: CD-RW/DVD Combo
• Viewable Screen Size: 15.4-inch WXGA

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The M5309 has all the power and performance of a traditional desktop computer packaged into a thin, sleek notebook. ... Read more

Features

• Width: 14"
• Height: 1.36"
• Weight: 6.6 lbs
• Depth: 10"
• Interface Type: RJ-11 Phone Connector

Product Description

eMachines M2350 Refurbished Notebook PC For maximum performance and portability, the eMachines M2350 notebook uses the latest processor, memory and speed to manage your everyday computing needs. It features an AMD Athlon XP 2800+ processor, 512 MB RAM, and a huge 60 GB hard disk drive. Create music CDs or back up files with the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. Watch your favorite DVD movies on the wide 15.4-inch LCD screen. The M2350 allows you to get connected wired or wirelessly with the 56K modem, 10/100 integrated Ethernet, or 802.11g integrated Wireless LAN. This notebook comes with four USB ports, a FireWire port, and is pre-loaded with Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition. Get this excellent eMachine today! ... Read more

Features

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home
• Processor: AMD Athlon XP-M 2800+(1.8GHz)
• Memory: 512MB DDR
• Optical Drive: CD-RW/DVD Combo
• Viewable Screen Size: 15.4-inch WXGA Widescreen

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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

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

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The Basics:
Not so large that they’re prohibitively cumbersome or so compact that they’re prohibitively expensive, Gateway’s newest eMachines blend sensible styling with many of today’s most desirable amenities and enough power for typical notebook tasks. This model, the eMachines M2352 Notebook PC, sports a high-end AMD Athlon CPU, wireless connectivity and a movie-friendly widescreen display. Other models in the new eMachines series offer goodies such as DVD recording, enhanced 3D graphic capabilities and futuristic 64-bit CPUs, yet the eMachines M2352 is nevertheless a solid yet very affordable choice for business and personal users alike.

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 M2352 is equipped with an AMD Athlon XP 3000 CPU operating at 2.2 GHz. This is a powerful processor that compares favorably in real world tests to current high-end Intel Pentium 4 CPUs, even though its 2.2 GHz clock speed is not as high as the 3-plus GHz of today’s fastest Pentium 4s. Forward-thinking folks should note that this is a 32-bit processor, not one of the new 64-bit processors found in some state-of-the-art desktops such as the eMachines M6811. Nevertheless, it is quite sufficient for most any application, from business to entertainment and all stops in between.

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 M2352 incorporates 512 MB of RAM of PC2700 DDR RAM, an average allotment and speed for midlevel and high-end notebooks. But unlike many current portables, which allow you to expand your RAM to one or two GB or more, this unit supports a maximum of only 768 MB. This should not be an issue for most users, though anyone who plans to engage in ultra-heavy-duty multitasking or other high-drain procedures such as multi-track audio recording should explore notebooks that support more RAM, such as the eMachines M6810 or M6811.

Video:
CPU’s are usually so busy doing basic calculations that they need help translating visual output to the viewing screen, a duty that falls upon the graphics card (or graphics controller). This system’s graphics controller is an ATI Mobility Radeon IGP 320 with 64 MB of shared video memory. This is not a particularly high-end video controller, as it appropriates up to 64 MB of the system’s main memory rather than providing its own "dedicated" video memory. As such, the system will accurately display 2D and many midlevel 3D tasks, but is not recommended for the latest 3D games or other demanding applications such as 3D animation and 3D graphic design.

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 M2352 features a midsize 15.4-inch display in the same widescreen format favored by moviemakers.

Hard Disk:
While the integrated 60 GB hard disk isn’t particularly generous 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). Most 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 M2352 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 M2352 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 an S-Video Out for feeding the display to a television set.

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 M2352 is of medium size.

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