Intro:
The HP Workstation xw6400 (Dual Core Xeon 2.66GHz, 2GB RAM, 160GB HDD, Windows XP Pro) is a Xeon dual Core-based, business desktop.Compared to other enterprise PCs on the market, it is expensive at around $2,275.This PC comes with 2 GB RAM, and a 160GB hard disk.
Noteworthy Features:
Has a workstation CDS System type, which is more favorable than some similarly priced PCs.
Weaker Features:
This computer lacks a CD writer, which would come in handy for common tasks such as data backup, and for recording audio CDs.
Suitability:
A business PC, suited for office applications and workgroup computing.The Xeon dual Core based processor installed on this machine is a real workhorse, for use in a workstation class desktop.
Value:
In general, this PC's price seems hard to justify, with respect to its features.
Suggestions:
(1) You may want to consider purchasing a CD burner, for data backup or file distribution.(2) Consider adding a more powerful graphics card if you plan to use this PC for graphics design or CAD applications.(3) For help in deciding if this is the right desktop for you, see CNET's buying guide for desktops.
2 ( 1 ) x Internal - 3.5" x 1/3H,
2 ( 1 ) x Front accessible - 5.25" x 1/2H,
1 ( 1 ) x Front accessible - 3.5" x 1/3H
Expansion Slots Total (Free)
2 ( 2 ) x PCI Express x8 ( X4 mode ),
4 ( 2 ) x Memory - FB-DIMM 240-pin,
1 ( 1 ) x PCI Express x16 ( X4 mode ),
2 ( 2 ) x PCI - Full-length, full-height,
1 ( 0 ) x PCI Express x16,
2 ( 1 ) x Processor - LGA771 Socket
Interfaces
1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ( 1 in front ),
1 x Audio - Line-out - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm,
1 x Audio - Line-in - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm,
2 x Display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital (dual link) - 29 pin combined DVI,
1 x Keyboard - Generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style),
1 x Parallel - IEEE 1284 (EPP/ECP) - 25 pin D-Sub (DB-25),
1 x Display / video - Stereo video sync-out - 3 pin mini-DIN,
1 x Mouse - Generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style),
1 x Serial - RS-232 - 9 pin D-Sub (DB-9),
8 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ( 2 in front ),
2 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ( 1 in front ),
1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45
Miscellaneous
Features
Memory change alert,
Serial port I/O control,
Power-on password,
Ownership tag,
Parallel port I/O control,
Administrator password,
Remote power off,
Thermal monitoring,
Power Factor Correction (PFC),
Remote boot control
Compliant Standards
ACPI 2.0,
EPA Energy Star
Manufacturer Selling Program
HP Smart Buy
Power
Power device type
Power supply
Voltage Required
AC 120/230 V
Power provided
575 Watt
Operating System / Software
OS Provided
Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Software
HP Client Manager Software 6.0
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support
3 years warranty
Service & Support Details
Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 3 years - On-site
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Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008)
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