- It is the notebook you've been waiting for if you're on a budget but want the latest and greatest technology
- The 290 features Intel Centrino mobile technology
- That means you get the wireless connectivity and extended battery life you need to work just about anywhere
- Ans as well as an Intel Pentium M processor to speed you through power-hungry applications
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Hit the road without feeling weighed down with the 6.2-pound Acer TravelMate 290 notebook PC. The Travelmate 290 features Intel Centrino mobile technology to give you the 54g wireless connectivity and extended battery life you need to work just about anywhere as well as a 1.4 GHz Intel Pentium M processor. Other features include a 40 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, a combo DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive, and Windows XP Professional.
The Travelmate 290 features a large 15.1-inch XGA TFT display with a native resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels. Video is powered by an Intel Extreme Graphics 2 card with 64 MB of video RAM. It also has an sound card that's integrated into the main board, and offers built-in stereo speakers.
The Basics
- Hard Drive: The 40 GB ATA/100 hard drive is on the small side compared to other notebooks. However, it does offer a decent enough capacity for storing documents and productivity software for road warriors--but not enough for much multimedia storage.
- Processor: The 1.4 Ghz Pentium M processor is considered at the middle of speed range compared with other Centrino notebooks (with current speed topping out at 1.7 GHz). Because of its design, the Intel Pentium M gets more done per clock tick than a Mobile Intel Pentium 4, thus providing the discrepency in GHz measurement (i.e., 1.7 versus 3.2). The Pentium M processor is designed specifically for low-power mobile usage, and it features the latest in power-saving technologies--ensuring you push your battery and productivity to the max. It has a front-side bus (FSB) of 400 MHz and a 1 MB L2 cache.
- Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (DDR SDRAM) is a good start for power users. It has two memory slots in total, with a maximum memory expansion up to 1 GB (2 x 512 MB).
- CD/DVD Drive: It is equipped with a combo drive that is capable of reading and writing of both DVDs and CDs. It uses the DVD+RW format, one of two formats for rewriteable DVDs.
- Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 109-key key keyboard with 6 launch keys (1 for power button, 1 for wireless on/off switch, 1 for Internet browser, 1 for e-mail, 2 programmable buttons) and a touchpad with 4-way scroll button.
The Travelmate 290 features a large 15.1-inch XGA TFT display with a native resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels. Video is powered by an Intel Extreme Graphics 2 card with 64 MB of video RAM. It also has an sound card that's integrated into the main board, and offers built-in stereo speakers.
Connectivity and Expansion Slots
This Travelmate 290 model has an integrated 802.11g (or 54g) wireless LAN, which is quickly becoming the most popular wireless standard and is compatible with 802.11b connections as well. You get a good range of external connections, including:
- 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
- 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) ports for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
- 1 VGA monitor port
- 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV
- 1 fast infrared (FIR) port
- 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type II)
- 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
Preloaded System and Software
The Aspire 1700 comes with the Windows XP Professional operating system (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features). Other preloaded software includes Norton AntiVirus 2003, Adobe Acrobat Reader, CyberLink PowerDVD, and NTI CD Maker 6.
Dimensions and Weight
The Travelmate 290 is nicely portable, measuring 10.9 x 13.1 x 1.3 inches (L x W x H) and weighing 6.2 pounds--though this is a bit heavier than other Centrino-based notebook PCs.
Power
It is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that has 2.5 hours of battery life (depending on usage), 2 hours of rapid charge, and 3.5 hours of in-use charge time.
What's in the Box
This package contains the Acer Travelmate 290 notebook PC, AC power adapter, and printed operating instructions. It's backed by a 1-year limited warranty for parts and labor as well as a 1-year International Traveller's warranty (ITW).
From the Manufacturer
The Acer TravelMate 290 is designed to deliver the high-performance computing of the Intel Centrino platform in an appealing, sleek --- and affordable --- mobile package. With integrated wireless connectivity, Acer offers a 2-spindle design and a 15.0" viewing area in an easy-to-carry form factor featuring comprehensive flexibility for your business and lifestyle.
The mobile advantage
- Excellent price value for ultimate Centrino mobile performance presenting Intel
- Pentium M at 1.3 GHz and higher
- Intel 855GM chipset offers an integrated graphics solution with DVMT-controlled graphics
- Intel Centrino mobile technology and Li-ion battery pack give a 5.5-hour operation time
- 2-hour quick re-charge for longer productivity and more efficiency
- Stylish 2-spindle notebook only 3.2 cm (1.26 inches) thick and weighing from 2.56 kg (5.6 pounds) for added portability
The wireless advantage
- Integrated, coexistent Intel PRO/Wireless 2100 network connection 802.11b or 2100A network connection 802.11a/b dual band Wi-Fi CERTIFIED solution* and Bluetooth make mobile connections more convenient and seamless
- Built and tested for compatibility with the widest array of wireless networks
- Built-in LAN, modem, and FIR provide other connectivity and networking options
The invesent advantage
- Up to 2048 MB of system memory
- Hot-swappable CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, and DVD/CD-RW combo drives conveniently make backups whenever, and wherever, you need to.
- Three USB 2.0 ports, parallel port, VGA port, PCMCIA CardBus slot, and an IEEE1394 port connect to all the latest peripherals
- TV-out supported so you have the choice of using even a standard TV set to make a presentation, or watch a DVD
The secure advantage
- Advanced password protection at BIOS and OS levels
- Kensington lock slot for added security
- Sturdy case protects against physical damage from daily bumps and knocks
- Comprehensive reliability tests ensure smooth operation and a long, productive lifespan
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