Stylish multimedia-focused laptop with 17-inch screen
1.46 GHz Intel Pentium T2310 dual-core processor; 160 GB
hard drive; 2 GB RAM (max); dual-layer DVD burner
54g Wi-Fi (802.11b/g); Intel GMA X3100 graphics with 358 MB
of shared video memory
Connectivity: four USB 2.0; 1 FireWire; 5-in-1 memory card
reader; 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (with Media
Center capabilities)
Cases and Expandability
Size (LWH): 16 inches, 8 inches, 20 inches
Product Description
With its expansive 17-inch WXGA+/WUXGA CrystalBrite display and Dolby
Home Theater audio, the Aspire 7720-4428 is your gateway to
high-definition heaven. Donning a cool new Aspire notebook design, it
offers a contrast between the high-tech, dark and glimmering exterior
and the pearl-grey CeramiFinish interior of its Gemstone design
concept. The 17-inch CrystalBrite display provides great color
saturation and excellent contrast in all environments, and it's loaded
with Intel GMA X3100 graphics with up to 358 MB of video memory shared
with the system.
This notebook is powered by the 1.46 GHz Intel Pentium T2310 dual-core
processor and it comes with 2 GB of installed RAM (maximizing
capacity). Other features include a 160 GB hard drive, 54g Wi-Fi
connectivity (802.11b/g), multi-format/dual-layer DVD?RW
drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard 54 slot, and a multi-format
memory card reader.
It comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, which
includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your
PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily
playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you'll
be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista
also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system,
includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can
warn you of impending hardware failures.
The Basics
Processor: The 1.46 GHz Intel Pentium T2310 dual-core
processor delivers additional computing resources and help expand the
PC?s capabilities by providing higher throughput and
simultaneous computing. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such
as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other
background tasks seamlessly. Each core shares 1 MB of L2 cache, and
they have a 533 MHz front-side bus. (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.)
Hard Drive: The 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM) offers enough
to room to hold a digital audio library of over 26,000 songs and still
have room left over for movies, games, and a large collection of
software. This Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive also quickens the pace with
a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.
Memory: The 2 GB of installed RAM (PC5300, 2 x 1 GB)
maximizes the capacity for this notebook, and it also offers a
top-of-class 667 MHz speed.
DVD/CD Drive: The dual-layer DVD drive is compatible with a
wide range of formats, including both DVD+RW and DVD-RW discs, CD-RW
discs, and dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can hold up to 8.5 GB
of data--great for backing up your MP3 collection or your most
important documents.
Keyboard & Mouse: The keyboard features an inverted
T cursor layout, embedded numeric keypad, hotkey controls, 2.5mm
minimum key travel, and international language support. It also offers
a touchpad with four-way integrated scroll button, WLAN easy launch
button, volume adjustment wheel, and independent US dollar and Euro
sign keys.
Screen, Video & Audio
Get more multimedia viewing space than with traditional 4:3
XGA displays via the wide-aspect 17-inch screen (1280 x 800). 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.
Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator
X3100, which provides up to 287 MB of video memory allocated from the
system. It also features Windows Vista Aero interface support and
enhanced 3-D graphics performance--delivering over 2x scores on 3-DMark
06. Intel Clear Video Technology provides outstanding video playback
with sharper image quality, increased clarity, and customizable color
controls. It also enables enhanced visual quality of interlaced content
on progressive displays.
Networking, Connectivity
& Expansion
This Acer notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN (Acer InviLink)
that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks and offers Acer's
SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency. You also get
super-fast wired connectivity via the Gigabit Ethernet port
(10/100/1000). Here's the full list of connection options:
4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of
peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for
connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
ExpressCard 54 slot
5-in-1 card reader compatible with MultiMediaCard, Secure
Digital, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card
1 VGA for external monitor
1 headphone jack (with S/PDIF Support), 1 microphone jack
56K modem (V.90)
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.
Preloaded Software
Norton Internet Security, NTI CD Maker, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Acer
Arcade, Acer GameZone, Acer GridVista
Dimensions &
Weight
This notebook measures 15.9 x 11.7 x 1.7 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 6.2
pounds.
Power
It's powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a
battery life of approximately 3 hours (depending on usage).
What's in the Box
This package contains the Acer Aspire 7720-4428 notebook PC,
rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating
instructions.
