Description:
One of the most affordable computers in the entire Compaq roster, the Presario S4200nx Desktop PC is a perfect low-cost solution for light home and home office applications. Differing from the entry-level Presario S4100nx by virtue of a marginally faster CPU, twice as much memory and a larger hard disk, the Presario S4200nx is nevertheless not a good choice for demanding business applications or sophisticated games. It will, however, make quick work of standard applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, homework, and e-communications. Sporting a 2.60 GHz Intel Celeron processor, 512 MB PC2100 DRR SDRAM memory and an integrated Intel Extreme Graphics chipset with 64 MB of shared (not dedicated) video memory, the Presario S4100nx delivers good value and satisfactory mid-level performance, but is far removed from Compaq’s top-of-the-line Presario 8000T series. To store and transfer your data, Compaq has equipped the unit with an extremely large 120 GB hard disk, a convenient 3.5-inch diskette drive, and a combination CD-RW/DVD drive that supports CD burning and playing and DVD playback but does not permit DVD writing. The system features a variety of connectivity options, including serial and parallel ports, a 56K V.90 flex modem for low-speed communication, a high-speed 10-Mbps/100-Mbps Ethernet network port, and a whopping half-dozen high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play peripherals. Compaq has also enclosed a convenient Presario Internet keyboard and standard non-scrolling Presario mouse, but has not equipped the unit with a viewing monitor, wireless networking, or a FireWire port (a common data link with external devices such as digital camcorders). The impressive bundled software package features Microsoft Works, Microsoft Money 2003 Standard and Quicken New Users Edition 2003. Monitor and speakers are sold separately.
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