HP Pavilion Slimline s3750f

Description: The HP Pavilion Slimline s3750f is a Phenom X4-based, mainstream computer.Compared to other general-purpose desktop computers on the market, it is midpriced at around $960.This desktop comes with 4 GB RAM, and a 640GB hard disk.

Pros: Has a 1800 MHz data bus speeds, which is considerably more favorable than some similarly priced desktop computers.By way of comparison, the typical cost of a product with this favorable a data bus speed is $1,260.Also, the 640GB drive installed on this machine is larger when compared to the average desktop.However, the Phenom X4 based processor installed on this machine is fast enough to handle demanding applications, such as database and development software.The small design of this unit makes it more space efficient and helps to reduce cable clutter.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: A mainstream desktop computer, suited for basic computing, plus digital photo sorting, audio appreciation, and entertainment applications.The nVidia GeForce 9 series graphics installed on this PC is reasonably fast when it comes to handling 3-D graphics.This unit's product line was designed for home use.

Value: In general, this desktop computer's features are in line with its price.This PC manages to combine class-leading processing power with ample storage.

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• Manufacturer: HP
• Part Number: FQ566AA#ABA

• General

• Type Media center
• Recommended Use Home use
• Product Form Factor Tower
• Built-in Devices Keyboard, LED panel
• Width 4.5 in
• Depth 13.4 in
• Height 10.9 in
• Weight 19.7 lbs
• Localization English / United States
• Desktop type Media center system, Small-form-factor PC

• Processor

• Type AMD Phenom X4 9450e / 2.1 GHz
• Multi-Core processor technology Quad-Core
• 64-bit processor Yes
• Installed Qty 1
• Max processors supported 1

• Cache Memory

• Type L2 cache
• Installed Size 2 MB

• Mainboard

• Chipset type NVidia GeForce 9100
• Data bus speed 1800 MHz

• RAM

• Installed Size 4 GB / 4 GB (max)
• Technology DDR2 SDRAM
• Memory Speed 800 MHz
• Memory Specification Compliance PC2-6400
• Form Factor DIMM 240-pin
• Configuration Features 2 x 2 GB
• Upgrade Rule Max 2 x 2 GB module

• Storage Controller

• Type 1 x Serial ATA - Integrated

• Storage

• Floppy drive type None
• Hard Drive 1 x 640 GB - Standard - Serial ATA-300 - 7200 rpm
• Hard Drive (2nd) None

• Optical Storage

• Type DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM / BD-ROM - Serial ATA
• CD / DVD read speed 40x (CD) / 16x (DVD) / 6x (BD-ROM)
• CD / DVD write speed 40x (CD) / 16x (DVD) / 5x (DVD-RAM) / 4x (DVD Double layer)
• Disc Labeling Technology LightScribe Technology

• Optical Storage (2nd)

• Type None

• Storage Removable

• Type None

• Monitor

• Monitor Type None.

• Multimedia Functionality

• TV tuner type Digital and analog TV
• Analog TV system NTSC
• Digital TV reception ATSC

• Graphics Controller

• Type PCI Express x16 - Plug-in card
• Graphics Processor / Vendor NVIDIA GeForce 9500 GS
• Video Memory 512 MB / 2303 MB (max)
• Digital Video Standard Digital Visual Interface (DVI), High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)

• Audio Output

• Type Sound card - Integrated
• Sound output mode 5.1 channel surround
• Audio output compliant standards High Definition Audio
• Speaker(s) None

• Input Device

• Type Mouse, Keyboard

• Mouse

• Mouse technology Optical
• Mouse interface PS/2

• Telecom

• Modem None
• Max transfer rate 56 Kbps

• Audio Input

• Type None

• Networking

• Networking Network adapter
• Wireless LAN Supported Yes
• Data Link Protocol Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft)
• Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft)

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Bays Total (Free) 1 ( 0 ) x 5.25", 1 ( 0 ) x 3.5", 1 ( 1 ) x Pocket Media Drive bay
• Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 ( 0 ) x Processor - Socket AM2+, 1 ( 0 ) x PCI Express Mini Card, 1 ( 0 ) x PCI Express x16, 4 ( 2 ) x Memory - DIMM 240-pin, 1 ( 0 ) x PCI Express x1
• Interfaces 6 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ( 2 in front ), 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire), 1 x Display / video - TV-out, 1 x Display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital - 29 pin combined DVI, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45, 1 x TV antenna - Input, 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ( 1 in front ), 2 x Audio - Line-in - RCA ( 2 in front ), 2 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm ( 1 in front ), 1 x Audio - Line-out (center/subwoofer) - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Audio - Line-out (side surround) - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Audio - Line-out (rear) - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Audio - Line-in - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Audio - Line-out - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm

• Printer

• Type None

• Miscellaneous

• Included Accessories Remote control
• Features 802.11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN, TV tuner, Remote control

• Power

• Power device type Power supply
• Power devices installed 1
• Power provided 180 Watt

• Operating System / Software

• OS Provided Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit Edition
• Software RealPlayer, My HP Games, Muvee autoProducer, Microsoft Works 9.0, HP Photosmart Essential 2.0, Microsoft Windows Media Center, Norton Internet Security 2008 (60 days subscription), Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Edition (60 days trial)

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty

• Card Reader

• Card reader 15 in 1 card reader
• Supported flash memory cards RS-MMC, miniSD, Microdrive, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SmartMedia Card, xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMediaCardplus, Memory Stick PRO Duo, MultiMediaCardmobile, CompactFlash Card type I, CompactFlash Card type II

• Sustainability

• Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 4.5

HP

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.hp.com