Description:
As the entry-level model in Sony's "RS" series of Digital Studio Desktops, the Sony VAIO PCV-RS120 Desktop delivers everything a multimedia fan could want, including CD and DVD burning capabilities and adequate speed for most tasks. Anchoring the unit is a potent 2.66 GHz Intel Pentium 4 CPU with Hyper-Threading technology (Hyper-Threading is a new Intel-developed process that allows a single CPU system to behave in some aspects like a dual-CPU system –- thus boosting performance during key high-drain procedures such as multitasking). Sony has taken a cost-conscious approach with the rest of the powerplant, adding just 256 MB of moderately fast PC-2100 266 MHz DDR RAM memory and an integrated Intel 845GV graphics controller with 64 MB of shared (not dedicated) video memory. This setup is fine for general personal and professional activities, though gamers playing the most recent and demanding 3-D titles should upgrade the graphics chipset. Likewise, power multitaskers and businesspeople may need to upgrade the RAM memory, though the unit's sophisticated Hyper-Threading CPU should at least somewhat offset any insufficiencies. The VAIO PCV-RS410 Desktop features several data storage options, including a massive 120 GB 7200 RPM hard disk, a handy 3.5-inch diskette drive for smaller backups and older programs, and an extremely versatile DVD-RW/-R/CD-RW drive through which you can burn and play audio CDs, archive information, watch the latest Hollywood blockbusters and turn your home movies into DVDs. To ensure fast interaction with peripherals such as digital camcorders and cameras, scanners and external drives, Sony has added four high-speed USB 2.0 ports and two FireWire ports, one on the rear and another at the front. Other desirable amenities include a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet connection, a low-speed dial-up v.90 modem, a pair of small desktop speakers, a user-friendly VAIO keyboard, and a PS/2 wheel mouse. A display screen is not enclosed, thus allowing you to utilize your current monitor or select from the many alternatives currently available. Bundled software includes Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Works 7.0, Intuit Quicken 2003, and oodles of Sony's own multimedia utilities.
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