Compaq Presario R3260US Laptop (2.20 GHz Athlon, 512 MB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, DVD+RW/CD-RW Drive)

by HP

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 13 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002I4R9U
• Item model number: PF154UA#ABA
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 25, 2004

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

A true powerhouse in a portable package, the Compaq Presario R3260US notebook is powered by a 2.20 GHz AMD Athlon 64 processor and has all the amenities you need to take everything with you on the road, including Bluetooth connectivity. An 80 GB hard drive and 512 MB RAM help you store files and run multiple applications efficiently, and the DVD+RW/CD-RW combo drive means you can perform a variety of application like backing up files on CD media, burning your own DVDs, making audio mix CDs, accessing CD- or DVD-ROMs, or watching DVD movies on the 15.4-inch widescreen LCD. It also features a built-in NVIDIA GeForce4 440 Go graphics card, integrated JBL Pro Performance speakers, and a 5-in-1 Memory Reader to take care of your multimedia needs.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 80 GB hard drive has ample room to store all your files, including digital audio, video, and photos.
• Processor: The 2.20 GHz AMD Athlon 64 processor can handle the toughest applications and has a 1 MB L2 cache.
• Memory: It has 512 MB DDR SDRAM to help you multitask with ease and is upgradable to 1.25 GB.
• CD/DVD Drive: The DVD+RW/CD-RW combo drive reads at 40x, writes at 16x, and rewrites CDs at 10x. It can also read DVD-ROMs at 16x.
• Keyboard & Mouse: It has a 101-key compatible keyboard and touch pad.
• Display: The 15.4-inch WXGA high definition LCD has resolutions up to 1280 x 800, making it ideal for watching DVDs.

Sound and Graphics
A built-in NVIDIA GeForce4 440 Go graphics card with 64 MB dedicated video memory turns this notebook into a gaming machine. The integrated JBL Pro Performance speakers mean you can listen to crystal clear and bright audio right out of the box, whether you're listening to CDs or watching DVDs.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
An integrated 10/100 Base-T ethernet allows for convenient networking, and 54g 802.11b/g wireless LAN with Bluetooth connectivity means you can get online quickly, easily, and without wires. Additionally, there is a 5-in-1 integrated Memory Reader that reads SD MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, and SmartMedia cards so you can share media with other people and devices. It also has the following external ports:

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting to a wide range of peripherals, from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 parallel port for connecting to printers or cameras based on older technologies
• 1 IEEE 1394 FireWire port to connect to digital video cameras or other peripherals
• 1 notebook expansion port (Type I/Type II) for adding a variety of upgrades, including memory, modems, portable disk drives, and more
• 1 VGA video out port to connect to an external monitor
• 1 S-video out to connect your laptop to a television
• 1 audio-out for headphones or speakers
• 1 microphone-in jack

Preloaded System and Software
The Compaq Presario R3260US notebook is powered by Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition. Windows XP Home Edition is packed with multimedia features to help you get your creative juices flowing. Windows Media Player lets you burn and play CDs, in addition to playing and organizing digital audio files. Windows MovieMaker is a basic video editing tool that helps you capture and edit digital video to save your memories and share them with others.

It also comes bundled with Symantec Norton Antivirus (with a complementary 60 days Live Update subscription), Adobe Acrobat Reader, RecordNow, InterVideo WinDVD, Apple iTunes and Apple iTunes Music Store, Adobe PhotoShop Album Suite, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Encarta Plus, and Intuit Quicken New User Edition.

Dimensions and Weight
It weighs 7.8 pounds and measures 14.25 x 11.18 x 1.8 inches (W x D x H).

What's in the Box
Presario R3260US notebook, 120 watt AC adapter, 8-cell Lithium-Ion battery, phone cord, user's manual, and warranty information.

From the Manufacturer

Searching for a high performance notebook PC to make short work of your daily computing tasks? You've found it in the Compaq Presario R3260US notebook PC. Powered by the AMD Athlon 64 processor, Bluetooth connectivity and featuring a DVD+R/RW and CD-RW CoMBo Drive for efficient data storage and distribution, this stylish notebook is sure to impress.

Engineered to perform

• AMD Athlon 64 processors enabled by HyperTransport technology with integrated DDR memory controller and PowerNow! technology deliver outstanding performance and extended system battery life. Relax with the knowledge of its built-in virus security for the next level of protection and compatibility with the next generation of Microsoft Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition software.
• AMD Athlon 64 3400+ processor powers exceptional system performance for productivity and multimedia applications.
• Enhanced IDE 80 GB (4200 RPM) hard disk drive stores productivity applications with room to spare for up to 10,000 music tracks, 20,000 photos and 15 15 hours of video.
• 512 MB DDR SDRAM (2 DIMM) enables running several applications seamlessly at the same time or excellent support of a demanding multimedia application. application.
• Windows XP Professional Edition provides the advanced wireless 802.11b/g networking support and security demanded by your school or business. Fast connections
  
  • Integrated 54 G 802.11b/g WLAN with 125HSM / SpeedBooster support support(m) (enables you to stay connected and productive on the go. Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN modem provides DSL or cable cable support for always-on, high-speed surfing at speeds up to 100 Mbps.
  • Conveniently-placed integrated USB 2.0 ports provide fast connections to external devices.
  • The IEEE 1394 port enables fast transfer of music and video files.
  • The S-video port enables you to share multimedia presentations on TV.

  Visual impact
  

  • 15.4" WXGA High Definition widescreen provides 30% more screen information than a 15.0" XGA and visibility of two applications side by side for greater productivity and multi-tasking. It provides a 20% brighter screen for better definition and 33% wider viewing angle for more accurate, off-center viewing when sharing files with co-workers and clients.
  • nVIDIA GeForce GeForce 4 440 Go graphics processor with 64 MB dedicated video memory supports excellent performance for sharing presentations and DVD playback with greater scene realism and sharper sharper image detail.
  • Integrated DVD+R/RW drive provides a fast and effective back-up solution with high-capacity DVDs holding up to 4.7GB of data and lasting up to 100 years.
  • Integrated 5-in-1 digital media card reader supporting SD, MMC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro and Smaredia cards enables you to share files with other people and devices including thumb drives, iPAQs and cameras.

  Work/life acceleration
  

  • Included Adobe PhotoShop Album photo and imaging software makes it easy to edit your digital photos and put your best face forward.
  • InterVideoWinDVD Creator allows you to capture, edit, author, and burn DVDs -- all from one easy-to-use interface. Then easily build transitions, add music and special effects and save your movie as a DVD-ready MPEG-2 file with muvee autoProducer video-editing software.
  • With Apple iTunes you can easily import songs from your favorite CDs, organize your CD and MP3 collection, create custom playlists right on your computer and much more. Expand your collection with the Apple iTunes Music Store Store(u) (offering more than 500,000 tracks from the five major music labels and 200 independent labels. Enjoy free previews for every song in the store, then buy songs or entire albums with one-click, buy-and-download convenience.
  • Use InterVideo Home Theatre to launch your photo slide shows, films and music collections through its clean, easy-to-use interface.