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Hewlett-Packard Compaq Presario A900 (A936TU)

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Hewlett-Packard Compaq Presario A900 (A936TU)3.50Explain star rating
RRP
$1799.00

Review Date

Friday, 16th of May, 2008

Features

Processor : Intel Core 2 Duo T8100
Supported Media : DVD±RW (+R double layer) / DVD-RAM

What's Hot

Great screen size for the price, good usability, good speakers

What's Not

Lacks PC Card and ExpressCard expansion slots, doesn't support the latest networking options, screen is reflective in bright environments

The Final Word

Despite some negative points, this unit offers several features rarely seen in this price bracket. If you don't need independent graphics or the latest networking options, take a peek.

Audio & Speakers
Number of speakers
2
Audio Type
Stereo
Display
Display Technology
WXGA High Definition BrightView
Screen size
17.1 in
Screen Resolution
1440x900
General
Length (mm)
396
Width (mm)
285
Height (mm)
43
Warranty (Months)
12
Weight (kg)
3.5
Weight without PSU (kg)
3
Graphics Card
Graphics Processor
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
Hard Drive
Storage capacity
250 GB
RPM
5400
Input Devices
Input Devices
Touchpad, Buttons, Keyboard
Media
Supported Memory Media
Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick, Secure Digital (SD), xD Picture Card, Multimedia Card (MMC)
Playable Discs
DVD±RW (+R double layer) / DVD-RAM
Memory
Installed memory (RAM)
2 GB
Maximum memory (RAM)
4 GB
RAM Type
DDR2
L2 Cache Memory
3MB
Motherboard
Chipset
Intel GM965 Chipset
Bus Speed
800MHz
Multimedia Features
Inbuilt Camera
Yes
Built-in Microphone ( Mobile )
Yes
Modem
Yes
Optical Drives
Supported Media
DVD±RW (+R double layer) / DVD-RAM
Drive Type
DVD-RW DL
PC Expansion Slots
Expansion Slots
USB
PCs
Physical Security Features
Slot For Cable Lock
Power Options
Power Supply
AC Power, Battery
Battery Type
Rechargeable - (Li-Ion)
Processor
Processor
Intel Core 2 Duo T8100
Processor Speed
2.1 Ghz
Software
Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Vista
Bundled Software
Microsoft® Office 2007 Pro (60 day Trial), Muvee AutoProducer Basic Edition (with 20 Day Trial Full version), Adobe® Acrobat® Reader, Symantec™ Norton Anti-Virus™ (60 days live update), Symantec™ Norton Internet Security (60 days live update), Cyberlink DVD Suite, HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent, HP PhotoSmart Essential
Wired Connections
Wired Terminals / Ports
LAN (10/100Mbps), D-Sub, Headphone Jack, Microphone Jack , RJ11 Phone Jack, RJ45, S-Video Output, USB 2.0
Number of D-Sub Ports
1
Number of Headphone Jack Ports
1
Number of Microphone Ports
1
Number of RJ45 Ports
1
Number of S-Video Output Ports
1
Number of USB 2.0 Ports
3
Network Protocols Supported
Ethernet, Wireless
Wireless Connections
Wireless technology supported
WLAN 802.11 b/g, Wireless 802.11a
*Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every attempt has been made by GoodGearGuide in the production of these specifications, possible errors or omissions may still occur. GoodGearGuide neither assumes legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any product specifications supplied.
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