The barebones model of this computer, without any of the optional extras looks like this…
- Celeron M 1.4GHz processor
- 256MB of memory (DDR 333MHz)
- 40GB, 4200RPM hard disk drive
- CDRW/DVD combo drive
- 1280×768 capable XGA screen
- Full size keyboard
This is certainly one of the most basic laptop computers I have seen for a while. Without the extras it has the minimum that is actually possible with a computer nowadays.
The Celron processor can handle basic tasks, but will not give a provide a pleasant working environment for those who use the computer for many tasks.
The hard drive will certainly be fine for this computing level. Even the best hard disk drives only really provide advantages to very heavy use computers, like servers.
256MB or RAM is my biggest concern. This is hardly enough to feed Windows, let alone operate a whole lot of other things too. There is a 60 dollar upgrade which I would recommend. The 1GB seems a little much, especially seeing as the aim is a budget laptop.
Combination CDROM/DVD drives are well entrentched in the budge market, simply because of the very little extra that it costs to have a CD burner as opposed to a normal CDROM. A DVD burner might be a great upgrade to this machine, especially with the way in which it will ease the backing up and storage of extra data.
It is a full sized laptop and at 6.6lbs will give you a bit of a workout on the stairs. Actually the weight is not bad, it is heavy for a laptop, but not for this range. The full size makes it a good alternative to a desktop at home, but gives the ability to move it around.
Many other options are available, but you can check those out for yourself. They include batteries, floppy disk drives, mice and bigger hard drives.
It’s hard to come to a conclusion with a computer with so many options. But what is great is that whatever you want you will be able to find it here. It really is a full package.
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