Acer TravelMate TM8210-6632 15.4-inch Notebook PC

Product Features

·Multi-media center notebook with 15.4-inch LCD, and Blu-ray DVD drive (with dual-layer writing capabilities)

·2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7200 processor, 160 GB hard drive, 2 GB RAM (4 GB max)

·Four USB 2.0, one FireWire, one PCMCIA, one VGA, one S-Video, one DVI-D, 5-in-1 memory card reader

·Tri-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g), Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000), integrated Web cam, Bluetooth VOIP phone

·Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Ultimate (with Premium and Business capabilities)

Processor, Memory, and Motherboard

oHardware Platform: PC

oProcessor: 2 GHz

oSystem Bus Speed: 667

oRAM: 2000 MB

oRAM Type: DDR2 SDRAM

Hard Drive

oSize: 160 GB

oManufacturer: Portable

Graphics and Display

oGraphics RAM: 256 MB

oLCD Native Resolution: 15.4

Ports and Connectivity

oModem: Fax / modem

Cases and Expandability

oSize (LWH): 6 inches, 13 inches, 16 inches

oWeight: 13 pounds

Power

oRated Charge (normal use): 3.5 hours

Product Description
A great companion on the road, the Acer TravelMate TM8210-6632 (LX.TEG0U.027) provides a powerful mobile solution that doesn't skimp on style. The carbon-fiber reinforced cover guarantees protection from daily wear and tear--and shines with sophistication. It also comes with a modular, high-definition Blu-ray Disc (hot-swappable in the AcerMedia Bay), which supports full 1080p HD video playback 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 will also write to a wide variety of disc formats, including dual-layer DVD+/-R discs.

It's powered by the 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7200 processor, which offers a 20 percent performance boost over its predecessor while using 28 percent less power--so you get the benefit of a powerful dual-core PC plus all the benefits of mobility. It provides seamless wireless and wired communication--including ultra-fast Gigabit Ethernet as well as 802.11a/b/g networking and Bluetooth connectivity--and an integrated 1.3-megapixel Acer OrbiCam positioned on top of the LCD panel with 30 degrees of viewing flexibility. Other hardware features include 160 GB storage capacity, 2 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), ATI Radeon Xpress X1600 video card with 256 MB of dedicated video RAM, Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and Bluetooth VoIP phone.

This laptop also comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate, which combines all the features of Windows Vista Premium and Vista Business as well as adds extras such as multi-language packs and Secure Online Key Backup. It offers all of the features found in Windows Vista Home Premium, including Windows Media Center, Windows Movie Maker with high-definition support, and Windows DVD Maker. It also provides all of the features found in Windows Vista Business, including business networking, centralized management tools, and advanced system backup features. Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures.

The Basics

oProcessor: The Intel Core 2 Duo T7200 processor has a 2.0 GHz processor speed, super-fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and an enormous 4 MB L2 cache. (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.)

The Intel Core 2 Duo processor has two computational execution cores in a single processor, providing greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. Some of the advanced Intel innovations of the Core 2 Duo processor include:

oSmart Memory Access: Improves system performance by hiding memory latency, thus optimizing the use of available computer data bandwidth to provide data to the processor when and where it is needed.

oAdvanced Digital Media Boost: Effectively doubles the execution speed for instructions used widely in multimedia and graphics applications.

oDynamic Power Coordination: Coordinates Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and idle power-management state (C-states) transitions independently per core to help save power.

oDeeper Sleep with Dynamic Cache Sizing: Saves power by flushing cache data to system memory during periods of inactivity to lower CPU voltage.

oHard Drive: You'll be able to store large libraries of digital audio, video, and photos on the 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM). This Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0. In addition, Acer's patented DASP--or Disc Anti-Shock Protection system--reduces the impact of knocks and bumps.

oMemory: The 2 GB of installed RAM (PC5300, DDR2 SDRAM, 2 x 1024 MB) offers a top-of-class 667 MHz speed, and you have room to grow with a 4 GB maximum capacity.

oDVD/CD Drive: This modular Blu-ray Disc optical drive (which is hot-swappable in the AcerMedia Bay) is 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 multi-format disc drive can write single- and double-layer Blu-ray discs (BD-R/RW SL and BD-R/RW DL) at 1x speeds. It can also write a variety of disc formats at the following speeds: 8x CD-R/RW, 8x DVD-R/+R, 4x DVD-RW/+RW, 2.4x DVD+R DL, 2x DVD-R DL, and 5x DVD-RAM.

oKeyboard & Mouse: This notebook features the 88-key Acer FineTouch keyboard with five-degree curve, inverted T cursor layout, embedded numeric keypad, hotkey controls, international language support, and 2.5mm minimum key travel. The touchpad has a four-way scroll button.

Screen, Video & Audio
The 15.4-inch TFT LCD screen has a 1680 x 1050-pixel resolution and can display up to 16.7 million colors. Video is powered by ATI's Mobility Radeon X1600 video/graphics card (with 256 MB of dedicated video RAM), which deliver high-performance 3-D graphics, enhanced video playback quality, and extended battery life. A 90-nanometer process and hyper-efficient 3-D architecture deliver supercharged graphics performance, enhanced by ultra-threaded operations and a new Ring-Bus memory controller.

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This Acer notebook features an integrated PRO/Wireless 3945ABG wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and wi-fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments). It also offers Acer's SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency. The integrated Bluetooth 2.0 wireless connectivity makes it easy to synchronize and transfer data between your PC and your PDA or cell phone, connecting to Bluetooth-enabled printers, and more. The included Bluetooth VoIP phone conveniently slips into the PC Card slot for recharging and supports echo cancellation and noise suppression.

It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 34 card slot (in addition to a standard PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. You get a good offering of options for multimedia connectivity (including FireWire):

o4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players

o1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals

o1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (one Type II card, 32-bit PC CardBus architecture)

o1 ExpressCard 34 slot

o1 VGA for external monitor

o1 DVI-D for connecting to external monitor or HDTV

o1 S-Video for connecting to a TV or projector

oStereo headphones/speakers/line-out with SPDIF digital audio compatibility

o5-in-1 card reader compatible with MultiMediaCard, Secure Digital, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card

oFast Infrared (FIR)

oConnector for optional ezDock docking station

It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Operating System
The Windows Vista Ultimate operating system has it all--an advanced, business-focused infrastructure, mobile productivity, and premium home digital entertainment features. It offers all of the features found in Windows Vista Home Premium, including Windows Media Center, Windows Movie Maker with high-definition support, and Windows DVD Maker. It also provides all of the features found in Windows Vista Business, including business networking, centralized management tools, and advanced system backup features. In addition, Windows Vista Ultimate includes Extras such as:

oWindows Hold'em, a poker game for players of all skill levels

oLanguage packs for Windows multi-language interface, where users can install and use multiple languages on a single PC. Great for multi-lingual households or if you are learning a new language.

oSecure Online Key Backup, where Ultimate users can store their BitLocker recovery password and Encrypting File System certificate on Windows Marketplace's Digital Locker website for access to the key anytime, anyplace, and from any computer that has an Internet connection

oBitLocker Drive Preparation Tool, an automated tool which removes the complexity of setting up your PC to use this exclusive data security feature.

Every edition of Windows Vista provides the essential tools and technologies to help protect you whether you are browsing the Internet, connecting to a wireless network, or just reading e-mail. All editions of Windows Vista include new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures long before you have lost any important personal data. And, all Windows Vista editions include parental control features that allow you to manage and monitor your family's use of games, the Internet, instant messaging, and other activities.

Preloaded Software
It also comes with the following selection of preloaded software titles: Acer eManager, Acer GridVista, Acer Launch Manager, Adobe Acrobat Reader, CyberLink PowerProducer, Norton AntiVirus, NTI CD-Maker.

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 14.3 x 10.7 x 1.0 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 6.6 pounds.

Power
The included nine-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 3.5 hours of battery life depending on usage (2.0 hours recharge time with power off, 2.5 hours with power on, 80% charge in 1.0 hour).

What's in the Box
This package contains the Acer TM8210-6632 (LX.TEG0U.027) notebook PC, Bluetooth VoIP phone, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty.