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Operating System
Genuine Windows 7 Professional
Intel Centrino Processor Technology
Intel Coreâ„¢2 Duo processor
Mobile Intel GM45 Express chipset
Intel Wireless WiFi Link network connection
Processsor
Intel Coreâ„¢2 Duo Processor T6400
or
Intel Coreâ„¢2 Duo Processor T5800 (2MB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB)
or
Intel Coreâ„¢2 Duo Processor P7350 (3MB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 1066MHz FSB)
Chipset
Mobile Intel GM45 Express
Memory
Up to 4GB (2/2) DDR2 667 SDRAM
User upgradeable up to 4GB (one 2GB memory card in each slot)*
*If upgrading after initial purchase, one or more of the memory cards provided with the system may have to be replaced with optional larger memory cards in order to achieve the maximum capacity.
Storage
Up to 320GB* SATA hard drive
Integrated variable-speed Super-Multi drive:
-Read – 24X CD-ROM, 24X CD-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X DVD-ROM DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
-Write – 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 4X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
or
Integrated Blu-ray Discâ„¢ drive
5-in-1 card reader for optional MultiMediaCardâ„¢, Secure Digital card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PROâ„¢ or xD-Picture Cardâ„¢
Optional external USB 1.44MB* floppy drive
*When referring to storage capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes and MB stands for one million bytes. Some utilities may indicate varying storage capacities. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments.
Video
Acer CineCrystal 16.0″ WXGA (1366 x 768) TFT LCD
Up to 16.7 million colors
Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
or
Discrete NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GS graphics
Microsoft DirectX 10.0 support
MPEG-2 DVD, WMV9/VC-1 (Windows Media Video 9, VC-1 standard) and H.264/AVC decoding
VGA port and HDMIâ„¢ (High-Definition Multimedia Interfaceâ„¢) port with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital-content protection) support
Support for simultaneous display on notebook LCD and external monitor
Audio
Acer PureZone technology with two integrated stereo microphones featuring beam-forming, echo-cancellation and noise-suppression technologies
Second-generation Dolby Home Theater audio enhancement
Two integrated stereo speakers
One Acer Tuba CineBass booster supporting low-frequency effects
Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support, microphone and line-in ports
Microsoft DirectSound compatibility
Interface Ports
DC-in
RJ-11 modem
RJ-45 LAN
VGA
HDMIâ„¢ (High-Definition Multimedia Interfaceâ„¢) with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital-content protection) support (select models only)
Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support
Microphone
Line-in
CIR (consumer infrared)
Three USB 2.0
Card Slots
ExpressCardâ„¢/54 slot
5-in-1 card reader for optional MultiMediaCardâ„¢, Secure Digital card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PROâ„¢ or xD-Picture Cardâ„¢
Communications
Intel Wireless WiFi Link network connection supporting 802.11a/b/g/Draft N wireless LAN, Acer SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency
Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (enhanced data rate) wireless PAN (select models only)
Gigabit LAN, Wake-on-LAN ready
V.92 56Kbps* data/fax modem, PTT (postal, telegraph, telephone) certified in select countries, Wake-on-Ring ready
Acer Video Conference with integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam supporting Acer PrimaLite technology, which consists of a premium sensor, firmware and lenses to provide superior video performance under low-light conditions
*Download speeds are limited to 53Kbps. Actual speeds may vary depending on line conditions. Uploads travel at speeds up to 33.6Kbps. Requires compatible digital sources.
Included Software
Acer Empowering Technology (eAudio, eRecovery, ePower, eSettings Management)
Acer GameZone
Acer GridVista
Acer InstantOn Arcade
Acer Launch Manager
Adobe Acrobat Reader
CyberLink PowerDirectorâ„¢*
McAfee Internet Security Suite *
NTI Media Makerâ„¢*
*OEM, not full-featured, version.
User Interface
105-key keyboard, inverted T cursor layout, embedded numeric keypad, hotkey controls, 2.5mm minimum key travel, international language support
12 function, four cursor, two Microsoft Windows keys; independent US dollar and Euro sign keys
Empowering key
Bluetooth (select models only), Acer InstantOn Arcade, Web browser, WLAN easy-launch buttons
Volume control
Play/pause, stop, previous, next media control
Touchpad with four-way integrated scroll button
Dimensions & Weight
15.2″ (385.0mm) W x 10.9″ (277.5mm) D x 1.6″ – 1.7†(41.0mm – 43.9mm) H
7.5 lb. (3.4kg)
Size and weight may vary depending on configuration
Power
65-watt AC adapter
Six-cell lithium ion battery: up to 2.5 hours life depending on configuration and usage (may be reduced if Windows Vista Aero is enabled)
Compliance
Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDâ„¢
Energy Star
Security Features
User, administrator and hard drive BIOS passwords
Kensington lock slot
Limited Warranty*
One-year parts and labor limited warranty* with concurrent International Traveler’s Warranty**
*For a free copy of the standard limited warranty end-users should see a reseller where Acer products are sold or write to Acer America Corporation, Warranty Department, P.O. Box 6137, Temple, TX 76503. TFT displays commonly exhibit a small number of discolored dots, so-called “nonconforming pixels.†This phenomenon is a limitation of TFT LCD technology, not a product defect and, as such, is not covered by the limited warranty or by the upgrade programs.
**Valid only in countries where Acer has an authorized repair facility. For a list of those countries go to
http://global.acer.com/support/itw.htm. or call 800-816-2237. Services and response times may vary in countries outside the U.S. and Canada.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.