Dell Breaks 2.0 GHz Performance Barrier in Its Three Mobile Computer Lines; New Intel Mobile Processors Close Desktop Performance Gap for Business, Consumer Notebook Computer Users.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 24, 2002 Dell (Nasdaq:DELL) today closed the performance gap between desktop and notebook computers, announcing worldwide availability of its three portable computer lines with processors running at up to 2.0 GHz. Dell is now offering Intel's Mobile Pentium See Pentium M. (R) 4-M processor at 1.90 and 2.0 GHz in its Inspiron(tm) 8200 and Latitude(tm) C840 notebook computers and Dell Precision Dell Precision is a line of workstation computers produced by Dell, Inc.. Current Dell Precision Desktop Models
The geographic data that describes our world allows for city planning, flood prediction and relief, emergency service routing, environmental assessments, wind pattern monitoring and many other applications. and global positioning systems coordinates for offshore petroleum facilities. "These are incredibly powerful, highly mobile computers that should be viewed beyond speeds and feeds," John Medica medica (māˑ·dē·k , vice president of Dell's client product group, said. "Our customers trust us to deliver the right combination of relevant leading-edge technologies and convert them into highly usable mobile solutions to best serve their needs." In addition to the powerful mobile processors, all Dell desktop replacement notebooks and mobile workstations feature: -- Large 15-inch high-resolution displays suited for aficionados of high-end video games, engineers presenting schematics around a conference table or students watching a DVD movie in a dorm room. -- A selection of fast optical drives, including 8X and 24X CD-RW drives and CD-RW/DVD combination drives (the fastest available for notebooks). The drives enable quick transfer or backup of large files, like digital photos and videos, MP3s and populated spreadsheets and databases. -- An array of ports including IEEE 1394, frequently used for fast transfer of large files like digital video, S-Video out with S-PDIF audio out to allow for the viewing of DVDs or presentations on televisions. Others are two USB ports that allow for easy connections to a variety of peripherals such as scanners and USB miniature storage devices. -- Fully integrated communications, enabling easy connectivity most anywhere via modem, Ethernet or optional internal 802.11b mini-PCI wireless card(a). Dell Inspiron 8200 Inspiron 8200 notebooks are designed for home users and small businesses requiring optimum performance for their investment. Inspiron 8200 series configurations with the new 1.9GHz processor begin at $1,899(b). For customers interested in high-end, multimedia performance, a sample configuration includes a 2.0 GHz processor, 256 MB DDR (Double Data Rate) Refers to an SDRAM memory chip that increases performance by doubling the effective data rate of the frontside bus. For more details, see SDRAM. DDR - Double Data Rate Random Access Memory memory, a high performance 40 GB(c) hard drive, NVIDIA GeForce4 440 Go 64 MB graphic solution, 24X CD-RW/DVD combination drive, Microsoft's Windows(R) XP Home Edition operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. with Works Suite 2002, Music Match, Dell Picture Studio and Dell Movie Studio for $3,006(b). For more information about Inspiron notebooks visit www.dell.com/inspiron. Dell Latitude Dell's Latitude laptop brand is specifically targeted at the business market which means that standardized parts are used throughout the line and are available for several years for support purposes, as opposed to the Dell Inspiron which is aimed at the consumer market and whose C840 Wireless-ready Latitude C840 notebooks provide powerful performance, portability and flexibility. Common peripheral modules and docking solutions help lower the total cost of ownership. Latitude C840 series configurations with the 2.0 GHz processor begin at $2,299(b). A sample Latitude C840 configuration includes a 2.0 GHz processor, 40 GB(c) hard disk drive, 256 MB DDR memory, NVIDIA GeForce 4 440 Go 64 MB graphics solution, 24X CD-RW (CD-ReWritable) The only rewritable CD technology. CD-RW disks look like other CD media, but with close inspection, they have a more polished surface with a very dark blue-gray cast. drive, internal 802.11b mini-PCI wireless card, Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. XP Pro for $3,085(b). For more information about Latitude notebooks visit www.dell.com/latitude. Dell Precision Workstations Dell Precision mobile workstations are designed for professionals who require exceptional performance and certification in the digital content creation The development of newsworthy, educational and entertainment material for distribution over the Internet or other electronic media. See DAMS. , engineering, computer-aided design computer-aided design (CAD) or computer-aided design and drafting (CADD), form of automation that helps designers prepare drawings, specifications, parts lists, and other design-related elements using special graphics- and calculations-intensive , geographic information systems, computer animation and software development applications. Pricing for the Dell Precision M50 mobile workstation with the 2.0 GHz processor begins at $3,799(b). A typical configuration includes the NVIDIA(R) Quadro(tm)4 500 Go GL graphics processing unit See GPU. with 64MB DDR graphics memory, 512 MB DDR system memory (expandable to 1GB), 15-inch UltraSharp(tm) UXGA (Ultra XGA) A screen resolution of 1600x1200 pixels. See PC display modes.  display,
integrated IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, New York, www.ieee.org) A membership organization that includes engineers, scientists and students in electronics and allied fields. 1394, a 40 GB(c) high performance ATA-100 IDE hard drive
(5400 RPM), 8X CD-RW/DVD combination drive and Microsoft Windows XP Pro
for $4,127(b). For more information about Dell Precision workstations
visit www.dell.com/precision.Dell Service and Support Dell's PC Home Installation(d) with Internet Set-up Service is designed for home users who require system set-up, connection of up to three external devices, Internet service provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. ("ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ") connection, e-mail account set-up and basic customer orientation. For more information visit www.dell4me.com/pcinstall. Dell's CompleteCare(e) coverage is a supplement to our limited warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. (f); it covers non-intentional, accidental damage like drops, spills and breaks -- all accidental notebook damage except fire damage, theft, loss and intentional damage for three years. More information on CompleteCare can be found at www.dell.com/completecare. About Dell Dell Computer Corporation (company) Dell Computer Corporation - One of the biggest US manufacturers of IBM PC compatibles. "From notebooks to networks", their slogan says. http://us.dell.com. (Nasdaq:DELL), the world's most preferred computer systems company, is a premier provider of products and services required for customers worldwide to build their information-technology and Internet infrastructures. The company's revenue for the past four quarters totaled $31.2 billion. Dell, through its direct business model, designs, manufactures and customizes products and services to customer requirements, and offers an extensive selection of software and peripherals. Information on Dell and its products can be obtained at www.dell.com. Dell, Inspiron, Latitude and Dell Precision are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation. Dell disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. -------- (a) Connect at rate of 11 Mbps up to 100m from connected access point. Range and speed may vary due to number of users, interference, transmission barriers (such as walls and building material), and other factors. (b) Pricing, specifications, and availability may change without notice. Taxes and shipping charges extra, and vary. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. United States only. (c) For hard drives, GB means 1 billion bytes; accessible capacity varies with operating environment." (d) Service provided via third-party contract with customer. Customer will be contacted within 24 hours of system shipment to schedule installation. Third-party provider will arrive at the Customer site on the agreed-upon date within three to five days from the day that they are notified of the installation. Installation hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m., local customer time. Saturday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Monday-Friday 6 p.m.-8 p.m. service is available for an additional fee. Availability varies. Other conditions apply. (e) CompleteCare not available in all States. Not available for Dell Home Sales Customers in Calif., Fla. or N.Y. Not available for Employee Purchase Program customers (Government, Healthcare & Relationship/Faculty, Staff & Students) in Calif. or Fla.. (f) For a complete copy of Guaranties and Limited Warranties, please write Dell USA, L.P., Attn: Warranties, One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682 |
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