User upgradeable up to 4GB (one 2GB memory card in each slot)*

*If upgrading after initial purchase, one or more of the memory cards provided with the system may have to be replaced with optional larger memory cards in order to achieve the maximum capacity.

Integrated variable-speed Super-Multi drive:
-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
-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
or
Integrated Blu-ray Disc™ drive

5-in-1 card reader for optional MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO™ or xD-Picture Card™

Optional external USB 1.44MB* floppy drive

*When referring to storage capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes and MB stands for one million bytes. Some utilities may indicate varying storage capacities. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments.

Up to 16.7 million colors

Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
or
Discrete NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GS graphics

Microsoft DirectX 10.0 support

MPEG-2 DVD, WMV9/VC-1 (Windows Media Video 9, VC-1 standard) and H.264/AVC decoding

VGA port and HDMI™ (High-Definition Multimedia Interface™) port with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital-content protection) support
Support for simultaneous display on notebook LCD and external monitor

Second-generation Dolby Home Theater audio enhancement

Two integrated stereo speakers

One Acer Tuba CineBass booster supporting low-frequency effects

Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support, microphone and line-in ports

Microsoft DirectSound compatibility

5-in-1 card reader for optional MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO™ or xD-Picture Card™

Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (enhanced data rate) wireless PAN (select models only)

Gigabit LAN, Wake-on-LAN ready
V.92 56Kbps* data/fax modem, PTT (postal, telegraph, telephone) certified in select countries, Wake-on-Ring ready

Acer Video Conference with integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam supporting Acer PrimaLite technology, which consists of a premium sensor, firmware and lenses to provide superior video performance under low-light conditions

*Download speeds are limited to 53Kbps. Actual speeds may vary depending on line conditions. Uploads travel at speeds up to 33.6Kbps. Requires compatible digital sources.

*OEM, not full-featured, version.

12 function, four cursor, two Microsoft Windows keys; independent US dollar and Euro sign keys

Empowering key
Bluetooth (select models only), Acer InstantOn Arcade, Web browser, WLAN easy-launch buttons
Volume control

Play/pause, stop, previous, next media control

Touchpad with four-way integrated scroll button

7.5 lb. (3.4kg)

Size and weight may vary depending on configuration

Six-cell lithium ion battery: up to 2.5 hours life depending on configuration and usage (may be reduced if Windows Vista Aero is enabled)

*For a free copy of the standard limited warranty end-users should see a reseller where Acer products are sold or write to Acer America Corporation, Warranty Department, P.O. Box 6137, Temple, TX 76503. TFT displays commonly exhibit a small number of discolored dots, so-called “nonconforming pixels.” This phenomenon is a limitation of TFT LCD technology, not a product defect and, as such, is not covered by the limited warranty or by the upgrade programs.
**Valid only in countries where Acer has an authorized repair facility. For a list of those countries go to http://global.acer.com/support/itw.htm. or call 800-816-2237. Services and response times may vary in countries outside the U.S. and Canada.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.