Compaq Presario R3240US Notebook PC (2.00 GHz Athlon, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD+RW/CD-RW Drive)

Compaq Presario R3240US Notebook PC (2.00 GHz Athlon, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD+RW/CD-RW Drive)
Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Office
Product Type: Personal Computer

Editorial Review:
Product Description
Exceptional performance for productivity and multimedia applications make the Compaq Presario R3240US notebook PC a true standout. The 60GB Enhanced IDE hard disk stores demanding applications with room to spare, while 512MB of DDR SDRAM lets you seamlessly run several applications at the same time. And performance is just the beginning.PRODUCT FEATURES:View at a 33% wider angle, plus get 30% more screen information than with a 15" XGA screen; Enjoy system stability and a user-friendly interface with Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition; View two applications side by side for greater productivity and multitasking; Bring graphics to life, enjoying greater scene realism and sharper image detail, with the NVIDIA GeForce 4 440 Go processor with 64MB dedicated video memory; Share files with thumb drives, iPAQs, and cameras using the integrated 5-in-1 digital media card reader; Go wireless with the 54g integrated 802.11b/g wireless LAN with 125HSM/SpeedBooster support; Present multimedia presentations on TV via the S-Video port; Let digital music move you, using Apple iTunes to import songs from CDs and organizing your CD and MP3 collection; Edit digital photos with the included Adobe PhotoShop Album software; Capture video and author, edit, and burn DVDs, all with one easy interface via InterVideoWinDVD Creator. For movies, add music and special effects, then save using the included move autoProducer video-editing software; Back up DVDs with the integrated DVD+R/RW drive; Work more efficiently with the preloaded finance and productivity software, which includes Microsoft Windows XP Works, Money, Encarta Online Plus, Office 2003 Trial (Student/Teacher), and Quicken New User's Edition; Jump on the Web with an easy-sign-up plan from AOL, EarthLink, CompuServe, MSN Premium, People PC online, or SBC Yahoo.
Amazon.com Product Description
A true powerhouse in a portable package, the Compaq Presario R3240US notebook is powered by a 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon 64 3200+ processor and has all the amenities you need to take everything with you on the road. A 60 GB hard drive and 512 MB RAM help you store files and run multiple applications efficiently, and the DVD+RW/CD-RW combo drive means you can perform a variety of application like backing up files on CD media, burning your own DVDs, making audio mix CDs, accessing CD- or DVD-ROMs, or watching DVD movies on the 15.4-inch widescreen LCD. It also features a built-in NVIDIA GeForce4 440 Go graphics card, integrated JBL Pro Performance speakers, and a 5-in-1 Memory Reader to take care of your multimedia needs.

The Basics

Hard Drive: The 60 GB hard drive has ample room to store all your files, including digital audio, video, and photos.
Processor: The 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon 64 3200+ processor can handle the toughest applications and has a 1 MB L2 cache.
Memory: It has 512 MB DDR SDRAM to help you multitask with ease and is upgradable to 1.25 GB.
CD/DVD Drive: The DVD+RW/CD-RW combo drive reads at 40x, writes at 16x, and rewrites CDs at 10x. It can also read DVD-ROMs at 16x.
Keyboard & Mouse: It has a 101-key compatible keyboard and touch pad.
Display: The 15.4-inch WXGA high definition LCD has resolutions up to 1280 x 800, making it ideal for watching DVDs.

Sound and Graphics
A built-in NVIDIA GeForce4 440 Go graphics card with 64 MB dedicated video memory turns this notebook into a gaming machine. The integrated JBL Pro Performance speakers mean you can listen to crystal clear and bright audio right out of the box, whether you're listening to CDs or watching DVDs.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
An integrated 10/100 Base-T ethernet allows for convenient networking, and 54g 802.11b/g wireless LAN means you can get online quickly, easily, and without wires. Additionally, there is a 5-in-1 integrated Memory Reader that reads SD MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, and SmartMedia cards so you can share media with other people and devices. It also has the following external ports:

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting to a wide range of peripherals, from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 parallel port for connecting to printers or cameras based on older technologies
1 IEEE 1394 FireWire port to connect to digital video cameras or other peripherals
1 notebook expansion port (Type I/Type II) for adding a variety of upgrades, including memory, modems, portable disk drives, and more
1 VGA video out port to connect to an external monitor
1 S-video out to connect your laptop to a television
1 audio out for headphones or speakers
1 microphone in port

Preloaded System and Software
The Compaq Presario R3240US notebook 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 bundled with Symantec Norton Antivirus (with a complementary 60 days Live Update subscription), Adobe Acrobat Reader, RecordNow, InterVideo WinDVD, Apple iTunes and Apple iTunes Music Store, Adobe PhotoShop Album Suite, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Encarta Plus, and Intuit Quicken New User Edition.

Dimensions and Weight
It weighs 7.8 pounds and measures 14.25 x 11.18 x 1.8 inches (W x D x H).

What's in the Box
Presario R3240US notebook, 120 watt AC adapter, 8-cell Lithium-Ion battery, phone cord, user's manual, and warranty information.