Dell Latitude D630 (Core 2 Duo T7250 2GHz, 1GB RAM, 80GB HDD, XP Pro)

Intro: This configuration of the Dell Latitude D630 is a 5.1-pound, mainstream notebook computer.Compared to other consumer level notebooks on the market, it is inexpensive at around $830.Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.

Noteworthy Features: Has a 14.1 screen size, which is larger than some similarly priced notebooks.By way of comparison, the typical cost of a product with this large a screen size is $1,070.Also, this notebook has a plug-in module media bay, which is considerably more favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.In fact, the typical cost of a product with this favorable a media bay is $1,465.This notebook boasts a SmartMedia card slot, making it easy to swap digital photos, music clips, and other files with various handheld devices.The DVD+/- RW is housed in a modular plug-in drive bay, which is more upgradeable and gives you more options than an integrated drive.

Weaker Features: The Dell Latitude D630 comes with entry-level word processing software ? if you often need access to special character sets you will likely need to upgrade to a full-fledged office suite.Shared video memory has an adverse effect on system performance which may be okay for users with more modest graphics needs.Users with more demanding needs should look to a graphics solution that brings its own muscle.

Suitability: Suited for those who just need a basic notebook.Bring along your favorite movies and watch them on your laptop with the included DVD player.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Web from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled notebook.

Value: In view of its inexpensive price, this notebook has great features for the money.Generally, while it won't impress at LAN-parties, this item may be just the ticket for a buyer on a tight budget.

Suggestions: (1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a wireless access point for your home, so that you can browse the Web more conveniently from any room.(2) Using this PC's Firewire (1394) port, you can connect to many digital videocameras and other equipment to rapidly upload data to the laptop hard drive.

• Manufacturer: Dell, Inc.
• Part number: BLCWJ1S_12

• General

• System Type Notebook
• Built-in Devices Wireless LAN antenna, Speaker
• Embedded Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
• Width 13.3 in
• Depth 9.4 in
• Height 1.3 in
• Weight 5.1 lbs
• Notebook type Thin-and-light (4-6 lbs.), Budget
• Screen type Wide-screen
• Wireless capabilities 802.11g, 802.11b

• Processor

• Processor Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 / 2 GHz
• Multi-Core processor technology Dual-Core
• 64-bit processor Yes
• Data bus speed 800 MHz
• Chipset type Mobile Intel GM965 Express

• Cache Memory

• Type L2 cache
• Cache size 2 MB

• RAM

• Installed Size 1.0 GB / 4 GB (max)
• Technology DDR II SDRAM - 667 MHz
• RAM configuration features 2 x 1 GB

• Environmental Parameters

• Min Operating Temperature 32 ?F
• Max Operating Temperature 95 ?F
• Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90%
• Shock Tolerance 143 g @ 2ms half-sine pulse (operating) / 163 g @ 2ms half-sine pulse (non-operating)
• Vibration Tolerance 0.66 g @ RMS (random) (operating) / 1.3 g @ RMS (random) (non-operating)

• Storage Controller

• Storage controller type Serial ATA
• Storage Controller / Serial ATA Interface Serial ATA-150

• Storage

• Floppy Drive None
• Hard Drive 80 GB - Serial ATA-150 - 5400 rpm
• Storage Removable None
• Hard drive type Standard

• Optical Storage

• Type CD-RW/DVD - Plug-in module
• CD / DVD read speed 8x
• CD / DVD write speed 8x
• CD / DVD rewrite speed 8x

• Optical Storage (2nd)

• 2nd optical storage type None

• Display

• Display Type 14.1 TFT active matrix
• Max Resolution 1280 x 800 ( WXGA )
• Widescreen Display Yes

• Video

• Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0

• Audio

• Audio output type Sound card
• Audio codec STAC9205
• Audio output compliant standards High Definition Audio
• Audio Input Microphone

• Multimedia Functionality

• TV Tuner Type None

• Input Device(s)

• Input device type Keyboard, Touchpad
• Keyboard localization and layout English

• Telecom

• Modem Fax / modem
• Max transfer rate 56 Kbps
• Protocols & Specifications ITU V.92

• Networking

• Networking Network adapter
• Networking / Wireless LAN Supported Yes
• Wireless NIC Dell Wireless 1395
• Data link protocol IEEE 802.11g
• Networking features Dell HyperConnect
• Networking standards Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Bays 1 x Front accessible
• Expansion Slots Total (Free) 2 ( 0 ) x Memory, 1 ( 1 ) x Smart Card, 1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - Type I/II
• Interfaces 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 4 pin FireWire, 1 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 1 x Audio - Line-out/headphones - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 4 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Serial - RS-232 - 9 pin D-Sub (DB-9), 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45, 1 x Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Docking / port replicator, 1 x Modem - Phone line - RJ-11

• Miscellaneous

• Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)

• Power

• Power device form factor External
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V

• Battery

• Technology 6-cell Lithium ion
• Installed Qty 1
• Battery capacity 56 Wh

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 3 years warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 3 years - Pick-up and return, Technical support - Phone consulting - 3 years, Technical support - Web support - 3 years

• Operating System / Software

• OS Provided Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 1, With media
• Software Cyberlink PowerDVD, Drivers & Utilities

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• Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008) 7.3

Dell, Inc.

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