Dell launches the new Vostro series of desktops and laptops in india
29 Aug 2008
Dell has introduced two new desktops and two laptops under its Vostro series for India and other "flourishing economies and businesses". The two new Vostro laptops and two desktops are designed specifically to meet the needs of small businesses, governments and educational institutions which operate on limited budgets in India and other world's emerging economies.
The laptops and desktops will be available through authorised channel partners, as well as direct from Dell in India and more than 20 countries in Asia, Africa, Europe and Latin America.
The Dell Vostro A860 laptop is an affordable 15.6-inch laptop which can be used for handling everyday business tasks.It offers an high definition widescreen LCD with anti-glare coating and can operate processors ranging from Celeron to Core 2 Duo.
It is compatible with Linux or Microsoft Genuine Windows Vista operating systems. The laptop also comes with an integrated network, modem and wireless connectivity with optional Bluetooth capabilities.
The Dell Vostro A840 is a 14.1-inch version of the A860 laptop with an anti-glare WXGA widescreen LCD. It offers the same technology and is as a compact and affordable laptop.
The system offers Intel Celeron and Pentium dual core processors to optimize performance, in addition it is compatible with Linux or Microsoft Genuine Windows Vista operating systems.
The Dell Vostro A100 is a reliable, entry-level desktop designed to increase business productivity. The system comes standard with an Intel Atom processor and Linux operating system.
The new Vostro products are affordable, reliable, easy to maintain and have a limited one year warranty on its hardware.
Pricing for the new Vostro products will vary by configuration, region and country.
Processors: Up to Intel CoreTM 2 Duo Processor T9500 (2.60 GHz, 6 MB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB)
Memory: Up to 4 GB6 Dual Channel 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM5.
Chipset: With integrated graphics: Intel 965GM Express chipset
With discrete graphics: Intel 965PM Express chipset
Graphics: Intel Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X31008
256MB NVIDIA GeForceTM 8400M GS Graphic Card
Hard Drives: 5400 RPM hard drives up to 320GB or optional 7200 RPM Free Fall Sensor hard drive at 160GB7
Security: Optional Biometric fingerprint reader
Optional Trusted Platform Module 1.2 with Infineon TPM management Security Software
Camera: Optional integrated 1.3 mega pixel with single digital microphone
Bluetooth Options: Dell Wireless 360 Bluetooth Module
Ports, Slots, Chassis
Externally Accessible
(4) USB 2.0 compliant 4-pin ports
15-pin VGA video connector
Network connector (RJ45)
Modem optional external via USB port
AC adapter connector
Microphone in & Headphone jack
4-pin IEEE 1394 port
8-in-1 media memory card reader
54 mm ExpressCard slot Internal Card Slots
Bluetooth
2 Mini-Card
Dimensions and Weight
Width: 357mm
Height: 25.4mm (f), 1.50" / 38mm (b)
Depth: 258mm
Weight: Preliminary starting weight at 2.59kg 3 with 15.4" WXGA Anti-Glare display, UMA integrated graphics, 6-cell battery, Optical Drive and WLAN
Modem optional external via USB
