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NEC Versa P8310-2402DR

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NEC Versa P8310-2402DR 4.00

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RRP

$1999.00

Review Date

Tuesday, 8th of April, 2008

Features

Processor : Intel Core 2 Duo T8300

Supported Media : DVD±RW (+R double layer)

What's Hot

Very attractive design, good variety of connections, good value

What's Not

Some keys are not large enough for efficient use, screen is fairly reflective in outdoor situations

The Final Word

The NEC Versa P8310-2402DR is an appealing choice for users who want an attractive and well-performing notebook. While it suffers from usability issues, such as a slightly cramped keyboard and a screen that can be excessively reflective, the benefits largely outweigh the negatives.

Audio & Speakers

Number of speakers

Audio Type

Stereo

Digital Camera

Camera Resolution

1.3 MP

Display

Display Technology

WSXGA+ TFT Colour LCD with Super Shine View

Screen size

15.4 in

Screen Resolution

1680x1050

General

Length (mm)

358

Width (mm)

259

Height (mm)

Warranty (Months)

Weight (kg)

3.2

Weight without PSU (kg)

2.65

Graphics Card

Graphics Processor

NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT

Graphics RAM

256 MB

Hard Drive

Storage capacity

200 GB

RPM

5400

Input Devices

Touchpad, Keyboard, Mouse

Media

Supported Memory Media

Memory Stick, Secure Digital (SD), xD Picture Card, Multimedia Card (MMC)

Playable Discs

DVD±RW (+R double layer)

Memory

Installed memory (RAM)

2 GB

Maximum memory (RAM)

4 GB

RAM Type

DDR2

L2 Cache Memory

3MB

Motherboard

Chipset

Intel 965PM Express Chipset with Intel AMT 2.5

Bus Speed

800MHz

Multimedia Features

Inbuilt Camera

Yes

Built-in Microphone ( Mobile )

Yes

Modem

Yes

Optical Drives

Supported Media

DVD±RW (+R double layer)

Drive Type

DVD-RW DL

PC Expansion Slots

Expansion Slots

PC Card, USB

Number of PC Card slots

PCs

Physical Security Features

Slot For Cable Lock, Integrated Biometrics - Fingerprint Reader

Power Options

Power Supply

AC Power, Battery

Battery Type

Rechargeable - (Li-Ion)

Processor

Intel Core 2 Duo T8300

Processor Speed

2.4 Ghz

Software

Operating Systems

Microsoft Windows Vista

Bundled Software

Roxio Easy Media Creator 9, CyberLink MagicDirector, Cyberlink SoftDMA, McAfee Security Center (90-day licence), Adobe Flash Player, Shockwave, RealPlayer, Adobe Reader 8, Intel Media Share, Microsoft Office Ready 2007 (Trial), NEC Master DVD Creator, NEC Recovery Program

Wired Connections

Wired Terminals / Ports

VGA, PCMCIA, Firewire, Headphone Jack, Microphone Jack , RJ11 Phone Jack, RJ45, USB 2.0

Number of Firewire Ports

Number of Headphone Jack Ports

Number of Microphone Ports

Number of RJ45 Ports

Number of S-Video Output Ports

Number of USB 2.0 Ports

Number of VGA Ports

Network Protocols Supported

Wireless, Gigabit Ethernet

Wireless Connections

Wireless technology supported

WLAN 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth 2.0, Wireless 802.11n, Infrared, Wireless 802.11a

*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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