Compaq Presario SR1420NX Desktop PC (Intel Celeron D Processor 340, 512 MB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, Dbl Layer 16X DVD+/-RW Drive)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 16.5 x 15.4 x 7.2 inches ; 30 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 33 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007TZFIQ
• Item model number: PS569AA#ABA
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,203 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 22, 2005

Product Description

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Whether editing your family photos, balancing your online checkbook, or listening to your digital music collection, Compaq's SR1420NX offers a versatile, strong base for your home computing needs. Focusing on affordability, the SR1420NX has room to grow with an available expansion slot, 2 available PCI slots, 5 USB ports for connecting peripherals, and the ability to add up to 2 GB of RAM. This desktop comes with an 80 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, 2.93 GHz Intel Celeron processor, dual-layer DVD-/+RW drive (which also burns CDs), and a multi-format memory card reader. For a step up in price, the SR1430NX offers a Pentium 4 processor, 160 GB hard drive, and an extra CD-ROM drive.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 80 GB hard drive (7200 RPM) is average in size when compared to other budget-minded desktop PCs. It will provide ample storage space for your family digital photos as well as a large digital audio library--but it's not quite enough for editing digital video from camcorders.
• Processor: The Intel Celeron D 340 processor might not be as sexy as a Pentium, but it still gets your work done speedily enough. It has a 2.93 GHz speed with a decently fast 533 MHz front-side bus (FSB) and 256K L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance.)
• Memory: The 512 MB of installed RAM is a good start, but you'll want to take advantage of the roomy 2 GB of total RAM capacity (2 x 1 GB) for such multimedia needs as video editing and immersive 3D gaming.
• CD/DVD Drive: Offering the latest in DVD writing technology, the SR1420NX multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer DVD+R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 16x DVD+R, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD+/-RW, 2.4x DVD+R DL, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CDR, 24x CDRW, and 40x CD-ROM ROM speeds.
• Keyboard & Mouse: The SR1420NX comes with a Compaq keyboard and scroller mouse (both with PS/2 connections.

Screen, Graphcs and Sound
The integrated Intel Extreme Graphics video/graphics card (with 64 MB of shared video memory) is adequate for streaming Internet video, but won't be enough for today's demanding immersive 3D games. It also features an integrated audio card and headhphone, microphone, and line-in jacks.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
For expansion, the SR1420NX has two 5.25-inch external bays (one available), one external 3.5-inch bay (available) and one internal 3.5-inch bay (occupied), and three PCI slots (two available). It comes with a built-in floppy drive and the following external connectors:

• 5 USB 2.0 ports (1 in front, 4 in rear) for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 2 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals (1 in front, 1 in rear)
• 1 parallel port for connecting older printers and scanners
• 2 PS/2 ports for connecting keyboards and mice
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 9-in-1 media card reader on the front, compatible with CompactFlash (Type I and II), MicroDrive, SmartMedia, Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital, and XD Picture Card

It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 operating system with Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes preloaded with Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents), Norton Internet Security 2005 (with 60 days of complimentary updates), InterMute SpySubtract Pro (with 60 days of complimentary updates), Microsoft Money 2005, Quicken 2005 New User Edition, Sonic RecordNow, Apple iTunes, Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition, and MSN Encarta 2005.

Dimensions and Weight
This desktop measures 15.35 x 7.17 x 16.54 inches (HxWxD) and weighs approximately 30 pounds.

What's in the Box
The Presario SR1420NX desktop PC comes with a power cord, keyboard, and scroller mouse. It is backed by a one-year warranty for parts and labor from date of purchase, and it includes 90 days of toll-free software technical assistance.

Product Description

Includes: Compaq scroller mouse, Compaq multimedia keyboard, Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 2, Norton Internet Security 2005, Microsoft Works 8, Office Student & Teacher Edition 2003 (60-day trial), Money Standard 2005, Quicken 2005 New User Edition, & more. Compaq Presario SR1420NX Desktop PC - Perfect for all of your basic day-to-day computing tasks, the SR1420NX features a speedy Intel Celeron D Processor 340 (2.93 GHz) and 512MB of PC2700 DDR SDRAM. It also features a front panel 9-in-1 media card reader. This is perfect for those with digital cameras. Just pop your media into the reader to transfer files effortlessly to your desktop. It saves battery life on your camera, as well as doing away with that annoying cable! 2 RAM Slots (1 available) 80GB 7200RPM Ultra DMA HDD Double Layer DVD Writer - (write speeds) up to 2.4x DL DVD+R, 16x DVD+R, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD+RW, 4x DVD-RW, 40x CD-R & 24x CD-RW Double Layer DVD Writer - (read speeds) up to 16x DVD-ROM & 40x CD-ROM Integrated Intel Extreme Graphics with up to 64MB of shared video memory Integrated Audio 56k Fax Modem Front Panel 9-in-1 Media Card Reader - supports Smart Media, xD, MultiMedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital (SD), Compact Flash I/II, Micro Drive, Memory Stick, & Memory Stick Pro Ports - 10/100 Ethernet, 5 USB 2.0 (1 front), 2 FireWire (1 front), 1 Parallel, 1 Serial, 2 PS/2, Microphone/Headphone/Line-In Slots - 3 PCI (2 available) Bays - 2 External 5.25 (1 available), 1 External 3.5 (1 available), & 1 Internal 3.5 (0 available) Unit Weight - 30 lbs.

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Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars a simple home PC, not much more, December 17, 2005

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Nagender Parimi (Seattle, WA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Compaq Presario SR1420NX Desktop PC (Intel Celeron D Processor 340, 512 MB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, Dbl Layer 16X DVD+/-RW Drive) (Personal Computers)

I've had this PC for more than a month. And have been largely satisfied, with a few caveats. This is not a high-end machine, and I'd recommend considering it only if all you want from your PC is regular home use - browsing, some music etc.

I've attached a Dell 19" monitor to it, as well as a wireless keyboard + mouse set from Microsoft (by the way, I highly recommend getting a such a wireless accessory set, it lets me browse from my couch). The RAM will not make for gaming nor much intensive use. And I reckon the bus speeds aren't great either, because often I have to wait a little for the PC to respond when using multiple applications.

The DVD-CD writer is a plus, so is having 9 kinds of card readers, though either is available readily in the market. Compaq has installed some annoying software (ok maybe they're useful but I'm not a good fan of them yet). My other complaint is that the system clock seems to fall behind by a few minutes, I'm guessing it's due to low battery. I'm hoping speaking to Compaq about it will help.

All in all, decent for home use. I have a work laptop too, so was looking something for moderate browsing needs, and this fits the bill. When I was looking around, I found this deal to be cheaper than a comparable Dell. Putting it together took hardly any effort, and I haven't had other trouble with the software.