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The HP Pavilion Slimline s3200n is an Athlon 64 X2-based, basic desktop PC.Compared to other value-oriented PCs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $630.This PC comes with 1 GB RAM, and a 320GB hard disk.
Specifications: Processor: AMD Athlon 64 X2 4800+ (2.5 GHz); RAM installed: 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM; Hard drive: 320 GB Standard; See full specs
Price range: $689.83
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Description: The HP Pavilion Slimline s3200n is an Athlon 64 X2-based, basic desktop PC.Compared to other value-oriented PCs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $630.This PC comes with 1 GB RAM, and a 320GB hard disk.
Pros: Has a DVD? RW(? R DL) / DVD-RAM disc drive, which is more preferable than some similarly priced PCs.
Cons: None noted, given available product data.
Suitability: Suited for homes or businesses where price is a concern.Comes with a DVD writer, allowing you to convert home movies from your digital camcorder onto DVD's.You can compile music CDs with this computer?s CD recorder.
Value: In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this PC has great features for the money.
Suggestions: (1) Using this PC's Firewire (1394) port, you can connect to many digital camcorders and other equipment and rapidly upload data to the computer's hard drive.(2) If you plan to be playing the latest 3-D games, you may want to invest in a more powerful video card from NVidia or ATI, which are popular with the gaming community (requires an open AGP or PCIe slot).
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General purpose desktop computer
These days, $500 to $1,500 will net you a desktop with a dual-core CPU and enough power to run productivity apps, view and edit vacation photos, manage MP3s and videos, and even play many of today's games--the core activities most common to families, students, and the general purpose PC user. At $1,000 and up, you should easily be able to perform those tasks. Spend around $500, and in most cases you'll still be able to run common tasks without delay, although 3D gaming becomes a stretch. You will definitely find a dual-core chip in a $500 PC (you should insist on a dual-core chip these days, unless your budget keeps you under the $500 mark), but Vista could still give you trouble. Be sure the PC is equipped with at least 1GB of memory, and it's a good bet that you'll be able to smoothly run Vista. Add in a 128MB graphics card, and you'll get the Aero effects with little to no performance loss.
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Vista for desktop computers
In addition to the core functionality of the Vista operating system, Microsoft portioned out extra features into different editions of Vista, aimed at different market segments and at differing price points.
| Feature | Home Basic | Home Premium | Business | Ultimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU support | One physical CPU, but with multiple cores | One physical CPU, but with multiple cores | Up to two physical CPUs | Up to two physical CPUs |
| Maximum supported RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Windows defender & firewall | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Scheduled backup | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Aero desktop experience | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobility center (centralized access to controls often used on portables) | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Tablet PC support | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Windows SideShow (display support for a variety of secondary devices) | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Extended media and entertainment capabilities (Media center, games,HD, movie- and DVD maker) | Yes | Yes | ||
| Remote desktop connection | Yes | Yes | ||
| Windows Fax and Scan | Yes | Yes | ||
| Sound Schemes, DreamScene (video desktop "wallpaper") | Yes | |||
| BitLocker drive encryption | Yes |
EPA Energy Star compliant desktop computer
The EPA's Energy Star program helps buyers easily identify the products with efficient energy consumption among a broad range of electronics and appliances.
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RoHS compliant desktop computers
Electronic products sold in the EU market that comply with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive have reduced levels of toxic chemicals including lead, mercury, and cadmium.
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Desktop computer memory size
One GB of memory is the recommended minimum to run Windows Vista and additional memory will make multitasking and graphics run smoother. Business workstations are apt to have a lot more memory to run industrial strength software. Choosing a lower memory configuration may save you money; however, most of the highest-rated desktops on CNET have 2GB.
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