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Product Description Featuring Acer's eye-catching, award-winning Gemstone design the Acer Aspire AS4530-6823 presents a cool, confident look and delivers powerful mobile computing. Designed for high-definition multimedia entertainment at home or on the go, the Aspire 4530 boasts a 14.1-inch CrystalBrite screen and an NVIDIA GeForce 9100M graphics card for excellent HD video playback and immersive 3D gameplay (with full support of Microsoft DirectX 10 games). The built-in Crystal Eye Webcam provides face-to-face online communications and even snaps still photos and video clips to share with friends and family.

The cover is shaped to resemble a precious stone, with the Acer logo floating on a polished midnight sapphire sublayer. The palm rest area has a matt grey finish that gives remarkable tactile feedback, while contrasting with the gleaming cover. Easy-to-use media keys allow access to frequently used functions and allow total multimedia control.

Key Features

• 14.1-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) LCD screen with Acer CrystalBrite Technology (Learn more)
• AMD Athlon X2 QL-62 dual-core processor with 2.0 GHz CPU speed and 1 MB of L2 cache (Learn more)
• 320 GB SATA hard drive
• 3 GB of installed DDR2 RAM with 667 MHz speed, expandable to 4 GB
• NVIDIA GeForce 9100M G Graphics with up to 1919 MB of TurboCache (256 MB of dedicated system memory; up to 1633 MB shared system memory) (Learn more)
• 8x Multi-format DVD±R/RW drive can also write to CD, DVD-RAM, and dual-layer (DL) DVD±R discs--which can hold up to 8.5 GB of data. (See speeds)
• Crystal Eye Webcam provides face-to-face online communications and even snaps still photos and video clips to share with friends and family.
• 802.11b/g/Draft-N Wi-Fi networking with expanded wireless features to get more done in more places
• Ultra-fast Gigabit Ethernet wireed networking (10/100/1000)
• VGA video output
• Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers with high-definition audio support
• Windows Home Vista Premium operating system (Learn more)
• Up to 3-hour battery life with 6-cell lithium-ion (4400 mAh) battery
• Dimensions: 13.35 x 9.57 x 1.14/1.54 inches (WxDxH)
• Weight: 5.29 pounds
• Warranty: 1-year hardware warranty

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
Be ready for the next platform in wireless connectivity with the integrated quad-mode Wi-Fi chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and Wi-Fi hotspots). This laptop comes with the following expansion ports:

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• Analog video output: 1 VGA
• 1 ExpressCard 54/34 slot for adding advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features
• 5-in-1 memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and xD Picture Card media
• 1 headphone/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF digital audio support
• 1 microphone jack
• 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
• 56K modem port (V.92)
• 1 Kensington lock slot

What's in the box
This package contains the Acer Aspire AS4530-6823 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions

It also comes with the following software: Microsoft Works 8.5; Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 (60-day trial); McAfee Internet Security Suite (with 60 days of live update); NTI Media Maker; Acer GridVista; Acer GameZone; Acer Launch Manager

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Acer CrystalBrite Technology

Acer's CrystalBrite display technology guarantees the best possible visual experience by preventing the diffusion of surrounding light and internal ray. Compared to normal TFT LCDs, Acer CrystalBrite technology is able to read color coordinates more accurately, thus minimizing distortion and creating high-fidelity colors in all environments. It's great for sophisticated professional applications, photo manipulation, and immersive 3-D games.

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Dual-Core Processing Power

AMD's Athlon X2 QL-62 dual-core processor is built for tomorrow's 64-bit applications, which will require a processor with significant power. Dual-core technology is like having two processors working together, each one taking care of different applications, so power-users actually experience greater performance when multiple applications are running. Digital media enthusiasts will appreciate the enhancements while simultaneously working in high-definition video and photo editing and audio mixing programs. It includes such AMD features as HyperTransport Technology (which increases the communication between integrated circuits) and Enhanced Virus Protection.

This 2.0 GHz processor offers a system bus with speeds up to a blazing 3600 MHz and each core offers a 512 KB L2 cache--for a 1 MB total. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)

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Video Power

This laptop's video and graphics are powered by the integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9100M G, which provides 256 MB of dedicated video memory and up to 1633 MB of total video memory as allocated by the system. With support for Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0 and High Dynamic-Range Lighting (HDR), it lets you rip through all of today's most advanced and cutting-edge games and applications. The advanced NVIDIA PureVideo HD engine provides the processing power that you need for premier movie watching on your notebook PC. So, whether you're relaxing at home or on the other side of the world, you can experience picture quality with breathtaking details. And the built-in NVIDIA CUDA processor accelerates next-generation applications and games, enabling you to transcode videos to your portable media player faster as well as experience realism in games or social networking virtual worlds.

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8x DVD-Super Multi Double-Layer Drive

This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD±R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It offers the following read/write speeds:

• Write: 24x CD-R, 16x CD-RW, 8x DVD-R, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD-R DL (double-layer), 4x DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+RW, 5x DVD-RAM

• Read: 24x CD-ROM, 24x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8x DVD-R, 8x DVD+R, 6x DVD-ROM DL (double-layer), 6x DVD-R DL (double-layer), 6x DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6x DVD-RW, 6x DVD+RW, 5x DVD-RAM

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Windows Vista Home Premium Operating System

Windows Vista Home Premium is the operating system for users with advanced computer needs, and it includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center for watching DVD movies and accessing your digital audio library. You can also use Windows Media Center to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV) and to access new kinds of online entertainment content. Computers that include Windows Vista Home Premium and an auxiliary Windows SideShow display will also allow you to access key data even when your computer is off. It is also easier than ever to share files between other PCs in your household and to manage your laptop computer settings to more securely connect via Wi-Fi.

Every edition of Windows Vista provides the essential tools and technologies to help protect you whether you are browsing the Internet, connecting to a wireless network, or just reading e-mail. All editions of Windows Vista include new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures long before you have lost any important personal data. And, all Windows Vista editions include parental control features that allow you to manage and monitor your family's use of games, the Internet, instant messaging, and other activities.