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Hewlett-Packard Compaq Presario B1200

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Hewlett-Packard Compaq Presario B1200 3.50

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RRP

$2199.00

Review Date

Monday, 24th of September, 2007

Features

Processor : Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5450

What's Hot

Stylish slim design, built-in microphone and webcam

What's Not

Performance is a little disappointing, no biometric security

The Final Word

A solid notebook, the HP Compaq Presario B1200 isn't a powerhouse machine, but it does come with an array of strong features and a smooth design that makes it a reasonable choice.

Notes

# This product is no longer available directly from the manufacturer. It may be available in retail and distribution channels, or second hand. The price displayed is the price at review time and the last available recommended retail price.

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Audio & Speakers

Number of speakers

Display

Display Technology

WXGA High Definition BrightView

Screen size

12.1 in

Screen Resolution

1280x800

General

Length (mm)

306

Width (mm)

225

Height (mm)

280 - 330

Weight (kg)

1.93

Graphics Card

Graphics RAM

384 MB

Hard Drive

Storage capacity

160 GB

RPM

5400

Media

Supported Memory Media

Secure Digital (SD)

Memory

Installed memory (RAM)

2048MB

Maximum memory (RAM)

2 GB

RAM Type

DDR2

Multimedia Features

Built-in Microphone ( Mobile )

Yes

Modem

Yes

Optical Drives

Write speed DVD+RW

Drive Type

DVD-RW DL

Power Options

Power Supply

AC Power, Battery

Battery Type

Rechargeable - (Li-Ion)

Processor

Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5450

Processor Speed

1.66 Ghz

Software

Operating Systems

Genuine Windows Vista Business

Wired Connections

Wired Terminals / Ports

D-Sub, Headphone Jack, Line In, Line out, Microphone Jack , RJ11 Phone Jack, RJ45, S-Video Output, USB 2.0

Wireless Connections

Wireless technology supported

Wireless 802.11a , Wireless 802.11b, Wireless 802.11g

*Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every attempt has been made by GoodGearGuide in the production of these specifications, possible errors or omissions may still occur. GoodGearGuide neither assumes legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any product specifications supplied.

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