IBM THINKPAD X40SMB CENTRINO-1.3G ( 23868RU )

IBM THINKPAD X40SMB CENTRINO-1.3G ( 23868RU )
Manufacturer: IBM (Aap Misc Parts)
Product Type: Personal Computer

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Product Description
The thin, light, newly redesigned IBM ThinkPad X40 notebook with Intel Centrino Mobile Technology (select models) is perfect for staff on the go. It features long battery life and the optional ThinkPad X4 UltraBase Dock for a choice of drives and connections.Like air bag technology, the new IBM Active Protection System features built-in motion sensors. When a fall is detected, this innovation helps protect the hard disk drive. That makes it less likely data on your hard disk drive will be lost from some crashes, such as being dropped or knocked off a desk. To help decrease expenses, look inside for IBM ThinkVantage Technologies and ThinkVantage Design elements. You'll see how to work more confidently and efficiently - and gain more time to focus on strategic goals.This notebook features 512MB of RAM: 256MB soldered to system board; one 256MB SO-DIMM in 200-pin socket.

Average customer rating: 2.0

Blu-Ray applications - non-existent

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Sony VAIO VGC-RC320P Digital Studio Desktop PC (Intel Pentium D Processor 940, 2 GB RAM, 400 GB Hard Drive, DVD+/-RW Drive)

Manufacturer: Sony IT
Product Group: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers
ASIN: B000G7X9BO

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Intel® Pentium® D 940 3.2GHz 2GB RAM (2GB max) 400GB HDD Blu-ray RW / DVD±RW Double Layer Drive DVD-ROM Drive 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN V.90 modem Multi-media Card Reader Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional (no speakers included)

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A powerhouse in computing for all your multimedia needs today, the Sony Vaio VGC-RC320P desktop computer will stand the test of time with a storage expansion capacity up to 2 TB (that's terabytes, as in 2,000 GB). It's also the first Sony desktop to offer high-definition Blu-ray Disc capability, which supports full 1080p HD video as well as up to 5.1 discrete channels of uncompressed digital audio. The Blu-ray system is backwards-compatible with standard DVDs and CDs, enabling you to enjoy your digital library for years to come.

It's powered by a dual-core 3.2 GHz Intel Pentium D 940 processor, which delivers robust performance for running multiple, demanding applications simultaneously. Advanced DDR2 memory provides ultra high-speed computing, while the PCI Express x16 video graphics capabilities enable cinematic-quality effects and color. Other features include Sony's innovative liquid-cooling system and advanced noise-reduction technology, 300 GB hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM (maximizing capacity), Nvidia GeForce 7600 graphics/video card with 256 MB of shared memory, a wealth of multimedia connectivity options and pre-loaded Sony software, an additional DVD-ROM drive, and Windows XP Professional operating system. It also come with a 5.1-channel speaker system and remote control.

The Basics
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Hard Drive: This entertainment-centric desktop is loaded with a gigantic 400 GB Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive (7200 RPM)--one of the largest capacities available in a desktop today (July 2006)--which will store hundreds of hours of video programming as well as tens of thousands of music files. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.

Processor: The 3.2 GHz Intel Pentium D 940 dual-core processor is a strong multimedia workhorse, and one of the most powerful processors available (as of June 2006). An Intel dual-core processor delivers additional computing resources and help expand the PC's capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly. Each core has 2 MB of L2 cache onboard (for a 4 MB total), and the two cores share an 800 MHz front-side bus. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)

Memory: This Vaio multimedia desktop maxes out its 2 GB RAM capacity with the two 1 GB of DDR2 sticks (PC-4200), which offers excellent 533 MHz speed. The capacity is a bit smaller than other high-end multimedia desktop PCs, but the 2 GB will certainly provide excellent power for video editing and immersive 3-D gaming.

CD/DVD Drive: This Vaio RC300 desktop is one of Sony's first Blu-ray Disc enabled desktops. It's capable of playing back Blu-ray Disc movies in stunning clarity, as well as playing your current library of purchased and burned disc content. It's also capable of burning HD Camcorder content in its original 1080 high-definition resolution can store a massive amount of data on a single disc (25 GB single layer disc to 50 GB on a double layer disc). This desktop also comes with a secondary standard DVD-ROM drive. The BD drive offers the following write speeds: <ul>

DVD+R DL: 8x

DVD+R: 8x

DVD+RW: 8x

DVD-R DL: 4x

DVD-R: 8x

DVD-RW: 8x

CD-R: 24x

CD-RW: 16x

DVD-RAM: 5x

BD-R: 2x

BD-RE: 2x

BD-ROM Read: 2x

BD-RE Read: 2x

BD-R DL Read: 2x

BD-R DL: 2x </ul>

Keyboard & Mouse: This desktop comes with a wireless keyboard and mouse, helping you to eliminate the clutter of desktop cords. </ul> Screen, Graphics and Sound
Video is powered by the Nvidia GeForce 7600 GT graphics card, which was chosen by PC World magazine as one of the 100 Best Products of 2006 (July, 2006). It has 256 MB of GDDR3 SDRAM (dynamically allocated shared RAM/video memory) for extreme high definition gaming and home-theater quality video. It features NVidia's PureVideo technology--which provides great picture clarity, smooth video, accurate color, and precise image scaling for video content. It also offers full support for Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 and true high dynamic-range (HDR) lighting. And it's ready for the next step in graphics processing--SLI technology (Scalable Link Interface)--which delivers twice the performance of a single GPU configuration by allowing two graphics cards to run in parallel. GDDR3 (Graphics Double Data Rate, version 3) is a graphics card-specific memory technology that's better able to deliver fluid frame rates for even the most advanced games and applications.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
For expansion, this desktop has two 5.25-inch half-height external bays (occupied), one external 3.5-inch bay (occupied) and four internal 3.5-inch bays (one occupied), two PCI slots (one available), one x16 PCI Express (occupied), and one PCI Express x1 (available). It comes with the following external connectors: <ul>

7 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players (3 front, 4 rear)

2 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) ports for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals (1 6-pin in front, 1 4-pin in rear)

1 parallel port for connecting older printers and scanners

2 PS/2 ports for connecting keyboards and mice

2 DVI outputs (1 with HDCP)

1 VGA output

1 optical digital audio output (S/PDIF)

1 subwoofer/center audio output

1 microphone, 1 headphone, 1 line-in

Multiformat memory card reader on the front, compatible with CompactFlash (Type I and II), MicroDrive, SmartMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro/Duo, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital, and XD Picture Card </ul> It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port for a 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems.

Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Professional Edition (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features) with Service Pack 2 featuring Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes loaded with a bevy of Sony multimedia software: Click to DVD (DVD creation), SonicStage Mastering Studio (digital music), Vaio Media (network file sharing), DVgate Plus (digital video), and Image Converter (for PSP transfer). Other pre-loaded software includes Adobe Photoshop Elements and Premiere Elements, Microsoft Digital Imaging (Starter Edition), Quicken 2005 New User Edition, Microsoft Works 8.5 (with word processing, spreadsheet, and calendar), Norton Internet Security (with 60-day subscription), Intervideo WinDVD, Roxio DigitalMedia SE, and ULead BD Disc Recorder.

Dimensions and Weight
This desktop measures 7.7 x 15.7 x 17.9 inches (WxHxD) and it weighs approximately 31 pounds.

Advanced Cooling and Acoustic Technology
The innovative liquid-cooling system and advanced noise-reduction technology of this Vaio Digital Studio PC enables optimized multitasking performance without the heat or noise of traditional fan-cooled PC configuration. A unique liquid-flow heat pipe draws heat away from the processor, while air-intake from the desktop tower's mid-section maximizes air flow and optimizes Acoustics. The result: cool, quiet and reliable performance from an incredibly powerful desktop computer.

What's in the Box
This package contains the VGC-RC320P desktop PC, 5.1-channel surround sound speakers, wireless keyboard and optical mouse, remote control with IR blaster, and power cord. It is backed by a 1-year limited hardware warranty with 1 year of toll-free technical telephone assistance.

Customer Reviews:

Blu-Ray applications - non-existent.......2006-11-04

I bought this machine primarily for home video processing with the new Blu-Ray technology and using HDV at 1080i. I have a Sony camcorder that records in 1080i and I bought Sony Vegas + DVD Platinum edition to edit the videos and burn to the Blu-Ray. Sony Vegas refuses to support burning to a Blu-Ray so, it remains a useless and expensive feature for now. Sony's various branches do not work well together and each sends you off to the other for support issues. Skip it, wait for Apple's version to come out.

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