A great choice for mobile professionals who like to play as hard as they work, the Acer Aspire 5672 (AS5672WLMi) is a multimedia powerhouse with S-Video output and FireWire connectivity for camcorders and digital audio players. It also enables easy VVoIP (voice and video over IP) via the integrated 1.3 megapixel CMOS camera with 225-degree rotation. The AS5672 has a bright 15.4-inch LCD that takes advantage of Acer's CrystalBrite set of display technologies, which provide great color saturation and excellent contrast in all environments. In addition to an integrated 54g wireless LAN, this notebook also includes Acer's SignalUp technology--a super-efficient antenna is built into the case, creating an omni-directional sphere that extends signal range and quality. It's powered by Intel's new, groundbreaking processor--the powerful Core Duo T2300--which provides an optimized, multithreaded architecture for improved gaming and multitasking performance and a more efficient power consumption. The dual execution core T2300 has a 1.67 GHz processor speed and 2 MB L2 cache. Other hardware features include a 120 GB hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM, ATI Mobility Radeon X1400 graphics card with 128 MB of dedicated video RAM, multi-format DVD burner (with DVD-RAM capability), tri-mode wi-fi connectivity (802.11a/b/g), Bluetooth wireless connectivity, gigabit Ethernet LAN, 5-in-1 memory card reader, and Microsoft Windows XP Professional.
The Basics
- Hard Drive: The 120 GB hard drive (a fast 5400 RPM) is above average in size for notebook PCs, and it's roomy enough to store business productivity applications, all your important documents and presentations, and a good-sized digital audio and video library.
- Processor: The Intel Core Duo T2300 processor is built with the Mobile Intel 945GM Express chipset, and it has a 1.67 GHz processor speed, super-fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and large 2 MB L2 cache. (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.)
The Intel Core Duo processor has two computational execution cores in a single processor, providing greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the next version of Microsoft Windows, code-named Vista. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. It's more efficient, thanks to Intel's Power Coordination and Deeper Sleep, which help to transfer power only to those areas of the processor that need it. It also features Intel's Digital Media Boost, which delivers enhanced performance on floating point-intensive applications such as CAD tools, 3D and 2D modeling, video editing, digital music, digital photography and gaming.
- Memory: The AS5672 maxes out its 2 GB RAM capacity with 2 GB of PC4200 DDR2 RAM (2 x 1 GB), with a fast 533 MHz speed. You'll enjoy quick, nimble response throughout your applications and fast processing in demanding business productivity applications. It's also a plus for immersive 3D gaming and video viewing and editing.
- CD/DVD Drive: Offering the latest in DVD writing technology, this multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with 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 features 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 8x DVD-R, 3x DVD-RAM, 4x DVD+RW, 4x DVD-RW, 8x DVD-ROM, 24x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 24x CD-ROM speeds.
- Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook features an 88-key keyboard with inverted T cursor layout, embedded numeric keypad, hotkey controls, international language support, and 2.5mm minimum key travel. The touchpad has a four-way scroll button.
Screen, Graphics and Sound
The 15.4-inch WXGA LCD has a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels--perfect for watching movies in their intended 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio. Video is powered by the ATI Mobility Radeon X1400 graphics card, which features 128 MB of dedicated video memory for an impressively high screen resolution. Accelerate through tasks and entertainment with a native x16-lane PCI Express bus interface, pumping data through 4 pixel shader pipelines and 2 vertex processors. Interact with realistic 3D characters and scenes with full DirectX 9 Shader Model 3.0 support. And ATI's PowerPlay 6.0 technology helps to maximize battery life for an extended on-the-move visual experience. 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 3D games.
Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The AS5672 features an integrated PRO/Wireless 3945ABG wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and wi-fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments). It also offers Acer's SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency. With the Bluetooth wireless connectivity, you can synchronize and transfer files between the PC and peripherals such as cell phones and PDAs. You get a very good offering of multimedia connectivity options, including:
- 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
- 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (one Type II card, 32-bit PC CardBus architecture)
- Stereo headphones/speakers/line-out with SPDIF support
- Microphone/line-in
- 1 DVI-D video port (for connecting to flat panel, high-definition monitors and televisions)
- 1 VGA monitor port
- 1 S-Video out
- 1 fast infrared (IR)
- 5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, XD Picture Card)
It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100/Gigabit Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems). Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Professional Edition (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features) with Service Pack 2 featuring Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes with the following selection of preloaded software titles: Acer eManager, Acer GridVista, Acer Launch Manager, Adobe Acrobat Reader, CyberLink PowerDVD, Norton AntiVirus, NTI CD-Maker.
Dimensions and Weight
This notebook measures 14.3 x 10.8 x 1.4 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 6.6 pounds.
Power
The eight-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 3.5 hours of battery life (depending on usage). You'll get an 80 percent charge with one hour of charging. It takes 2 hours for a full charge with power off; 2.5 hours with power on.
What's in the Box
This package contains the Acer Aspire AS5672WLMi notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty.
