Description:
A sensible compromise between price and performance, Sony’s new Vaio PCV-RX820 desktop PC delivers ample speed, easy operation, and all the essential tools for the modern computer user. Those who must have the fastest processor and state-of-the-art goodies like DVD burners should investigate other Vaio models such as the stunning Vaio PCV-RZ16G, but the PCV-RX820 should suit everyone else just fine. Featuring a 2 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor, 512 MB of PC-2100 DDR RAM, and a 400 MHz front-side bus, the PCV-RX820 is powerful enough for virtually any current home, home office, or business application. Its integrated 32 MB SIS651 graphics accelerator will handle everything but high-end 3-D games. Its speedy 40x/32x/12x CD-RW drive will burn audio and data CDs and play retail music discs, and its built-in 16x DVD player allows you to enjoy the latest Hollywood blockbuster or quickly copy contents from one CD to another. To help keep your files and programs in order and to ensure you have enough room for the future, the system also includes an 80 GB hard drive. Sony has even incorporated a 3.5-inch floppy disk drive for older or smaller programs and files. The PCV-RX820 sports a wealth of connection interfaces and devices, including a digital audio port, headphone-in and microphone-in, a parallel printer port, and an exclusive Memory Stick Media Slot. An integrated V.90 modem provides low-speed e-mail and Internet access, and a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet connection delivers high-speed Web and LAN connectivity. Anyone who transfers particularly large amounts of data (such as DV camcorder footage) will appreciate the unit’s half-dozen high-speed USB 2.0 ports and front and rear IEEE 1394 interfaces. Sony has not packaged the PCV-RX820 with a viewing screen, allowing users to make their own selection from the numerous available choices.
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