Compaq Presario R3210US Notebook PC (1.60 GHz Athlon, 256 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive)

Average customer rating:

Decent value and performance, fine durability.

Great Low Cost notebook!!

Compaq stinks!

Awesome Budget Notebook Computer

A full-featured notebook computer at a great price

Compaq Presario R3210US Notebook PC (1.60 GHz Athlon, 256 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive)

Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Office
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

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ASIN: B0002H6MAS

Product Description

With the Compaq Presario R3000 series notebook, you'll get all the power you'd expect from a desktop PC - without being tied down. With the latest processors, widescreen displays and dedicated video RAM, integrated high-speed wireless and wired LAN connectivity options - all at a great value in a streamlined design - you'll be ready to take on the ultimate challenge: a day in your demanding life.

Amazon.com Product Description

A true powerhouse in a portable package, the Compaq Presario R3210US notebook is powered by a 1.60 GHz AMD Athlon XP processor and has all the amenities you need to take everything with you on the road. A 60 GB hard drive and 256 MB RAM help you store files and run multiple applications efficiently, and the DVD/CD-RW combo drive means you can perform a variety of application like backing up files on CD media, making audio mix CDs, accessing CD- or DVD-ROMs, or watching DVD movies on the 15.4-inch widescreen LCD screen. It also features a built-in NVIDIA GeForce4 420 Go graphics card, integrated JBL Pro Performance speakers, and a 5-in-1 Memory Reader.

The Basics

Hard Drive: The 60 GB hard drive has ample room to store all your files, including digital audio, video, and photos.
Processor: The 1.6 GHz AMD Athlon XP processor features QuantiSpeed architecture and PowerNow! technology to extend battery life and improve system performance. It also has a 256 KB L2 cache.
Memory: It has 256 MB DDR SDRAM and is upgradable to 1.25 GB.
CD/DVD Drive: The DVD/CD-RW combo drive reads CDs at 40x, writes at 16x, and rewrites at 10x. It can also read DVD-ROMs at 16x.
Keyboard & Mouse: It has a 101-key compatible keyboard and touch pad.
Display: The 15.4-inch WXGA high-definition widescreen LCD display has resolutions up to 1280 x 800, making it ideal for watching DVDs.

Sound and Graphics
A built-in NVIDIA GeForce4 420 Go graphics card with 32 MB video memory turns this notebook into a gaming machine. It supports 16-bit digital audio and internal JBL Pro Performance speakers, which means you can listen to crystal clear and bright audio right out of the box.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
An integrated 10/100 Base-T ethernet allows for convenient networking, and 54g 802.11b/g wireless LAN means you can get online quickly, easily, and without wires. Additionally, there is a 5-in-1 integrated Memory Reader that reads SD MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, and SmartMedia cards so you can share media with other people and devices. It also has the following external ports:

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting to a wide range of peripherals, from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 parallel port for connecting to printers or cameras based on older technologies
1 notebook expansion port (Type I/Type II) for adding a variety of upgrades, including memory, modems, portable disk drives, and more
1 VGA video out port to connect to an external monitor
1 S-video out to connect your laptop to a television
1 audio out for headphones or speakers
1 microphone in port

Preloaded System and Software
The Compaq Presario R3210US notebook is powered by Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition. Windows XP Home Edition is packed with multimedia features to help you get your creative juices flowing. Windows Media Player lets you burn and play CDs, in addition to playing and organizing digital audio files. Windows MovieMaker is a basic video editing tool that helps you capture and edit digital video to save your memories and share them with others.

It also comes bundled with Symantec Norton Antivirus (with a complementary 60 days Live Update subscription), Adobe Acrobat Reader, RecordNow, InterVideo WinDVD, Apple iTunes and Apple iTunes Music Store, Adobe PhotoShop Album Suite, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Encarta Plus, and Intuit Quicken New User Edition.

Dimensions and Weight
It weighs 7.8 pounds and measures 14.25 x 11.18 x 1.8 inches (W x D x H).

What's in the Box
Presario R3210US notebook, 120 watt AC adapter, 8-cell Lithium-Ion battery, phone cord, user's manual, and warranty information.

Customer Reviews:

Decent value and performance, fine durability........2004-11-08

I purchased this notebook a while back and chose it for potential durability. My previous notebook was a 1999 Sony VAIO PCG-F250, which bit the dust recently (hinges, drives, other wearable parts). The audio on the machine is better than what I had expected (Harman International-sourced speakers), a similar design (and AC'97 audio) is found on current eMachines (Gateway), and HP notebooks.

The drawback is the silver paint, but that's a personal opinion. The paint is definitely not durable, but better in the notebook and not on the shell casing (compare HP variant). The quality varies, some models may have ill-fitting and visible seams or others. The locking clip is made out of metal, but it is in a design where it will not be likely to break off in the first few months of ownership.

This configuration of the notebook (nVidia GeForce 4 420) is passable to do some gaming - although not extremely serious gaming, due to the modest 32 MB of RAM. The LCD is quite bright and vibrant in color, if adjusted properly.

The processor is fine, but to any power user, this configuration is left to be desired. If one wants to, look at this company's offering with an AMD Athlon 64 processor, for a real nice value.
This configuration does not have a floppy drive, FireWire (IEEE 1394), infared, or a flash memory card reader. The good side to this is that there are less things to break! It's quite spartan though. But a floppy is necessary for some things - like booting to an obscure operating system, like BeOS. The notebook design does not allow for a PS2 (keyboard/mouse) connector, nor has serial connectors - which is a cost-saving procedure. The cooling fan is not very noisy, compared to some competitors' models; however, the heat output is jokingly warm enough to warm the room that it's in.

The notebook feels sort of solid, and is at a decent weight, but the form factor makes it impossible to fit in some notebook cases but fits well in backpacks. The machine wears very well, but try not to wear a watch, the plastic underneath the silver paint is obviously black in color.

A good note to take is that this machine configuration needs much more RAM, try to get the highest availible.

The battery is another factor, although I'm connected to an outlet at school, many may want to be "free". The battery lasts a little over an hour and a half.

The Wi-Fi reception is quite strong, but there is no connector (modifiable) to attach an antenna.

As with all recent notebooks, it is not a good idea to place it on your lap, since the temperature is very uncomfortable. The unit has fans underneath also, so never put it on carpeting or other fabric surfaces, since this causes an extreme buildup of dust. (common sense)

Also, the design is quite subtle, and looks ready for business. Compared to the flashy offerings from parent company HP. Spare parts are somewhat cheaper than many on the market, but not the cheapest (batteries).

Great Low Cost notebook!!.......2004-10-20

I bought my R3210US two months ago and have had zero problems so far. I'm using it primarily at home as a desktop replacement for my old p111 dell dimension, although I have travelled with it some. The 15.4" widescreen is very bright and fine for watching dvd's and general web surfing. I haven't had to call tech support yet, so can't comment on that. My only nagative is that the fan is quite loud and noticeable as it cycles on and off-but I'm getting used to it. At this price point, I don't think you can beat it.

Compaq stinks!.......2004-10-20

My brand new Compaq computer still isn't working after 8 hours on the phone with customer disservice and two replacement hard drives. Save yourself alot of wasted time, buy any other brand.

Awesome Budget Notebook Computer.......2004-09-16

(...)

The features I liked most include the WXGA+ (high definition) 15.4" screen, 60 GB HD, 256 MB RAM (mine is 512 MB), 32 MB video RAM, fast 1.6 GHz Athlon 64-bit processor, lithium ion battery, Windows XP Home, Microsoft Works, and connectivity, i.e., built-in 802.11g wireless, parallel port, VGA port, LAN port, and USB 2.0 ports. Most notebooks in this price range come with only a 15" XGA screen and a 40 GB HD, and some do not have a VGA port for electronic presentations using an external projector.

There are very few negatives. I had trouble with the network port, and exchanged it for another one. The connector did not stay in place, and the connection was only 10 Mbps instead of 100 Mbps. The new one had no problems at 100 Mbps. Also, the computer automatically changes processor speed, depending on demand, i.e., "PowerNow" technology. This is supposed to reduce battery usage. I had trouble with this, and had to manually go into the power settings to fix it. There is no IEEE-1394 (Firewire) port and no DVD burner. The AMD Athlon processor could be a bit faster, but is definitely faster than an Intel Celeron processor. The battery life could be a bit longer. If you do gaming, you may want 64 MB of video RAM. Also, Windows XP Pro would have been better than Home. These were the compromises and tradeoffs I made that worked well for me.

Compaq is backed (and now owned) by Hewlett Packard, which has a history of outstanding customer support.

I recommend the following:
1. Upgrade to 512 MB RAM.
2. Use an external wireless keyboard and mouse.
3. Get a case.
4. Manually set up the power options.
5. Get a spare battery.

(...) The fact that the processor is an AMD instead of an Intel is why the price is so low. This would be a good choice for a student, home user, or moderate business user.

A full-featured notebook computer at a great price.......2004-09-05

The Compaq Presario R3210US is a value packed notebook computer. (You can get this particular model heavily discounted if you look hard enough) The computer has everything a student or need-to-be-on-the-go person could want. It is packed full of features such as a combination DVD/CD-RW drive, 60 Gigs of storage space, a 5-in-1 memory card reader, wireless internet capability, dedicated video card, video output/S-video ports for external monitors or presentations, stereo speakers and one of the most brilliant/beautiful screens you have seen. It is a widescreen model (15.4"). While this may not seem like much, the extra wide screen makes working on this notebook a pleasure. If you do a lot of writing/word processing/spread sheets; the extra width takes away the claustrophobic feeling that you can get from other narrower screens. I compared the screen brightness and clarity of the Presario R3210US with other manufacturer models and the Presario seemed as good or better than notebooks costing twice as much. The keyboard is top-notch with just the right amount of dampened key pressure. The unit is striking in appearance in that the keyboard is a off-cream color instead of the typical utilitarian black found on other manufacturers models. The surrounding keyboard area is in a very nice silver metalic color. I found this to be very nice as I was tired of the old school black keys and black/gray interior scheme.

While I was doing comparative shopping, I found other brands costing many hundreds of dollars more but without all the features of this unit. The R3210US is the entry level version of its big brothers which have DVD write capacity, a faster processor and more ram. Cosidering the cost difference in moving up to the higher end versions, I feel that the R3210US is far more cost effective if you are on a budget. The computer works flawlessly and has plenty of power to do your everyday tasks. The extra bonus is the DVD player. The widescreen format of the screen is a perfect match for widescreen movies. When I first got the notebook home, I ran a test on the Presario by playing the Star Wars movie "Attack of the Clones". The movie was crystal clear and sharp. The stereo sound was quite good and the DVD player interface was a breeze to use. The control buttons for computer functions are on either side of the notebook with extra connectors on the rear. The USB ports are easy to get to because they are found on the right and left sides. The notebook is extremely quiet. I could not hear the fans even when working in the library.

If there are any cons to this notebook, there are three that may or may not be of importance, depending on your needs. The first is run-time while using battery power. I was doing a writing project on the Presario and was able to use the notebook continuously for about 3 hours. This may not be long enoug for some but you can purchase a higher capacity battery (12 li-ion cell) that will extend your worktime longer. The standard battery that comes with the R3210US is an eight cell lithium ion battery which takes between an hour and an hour and a half to recharge. Some may take issue with the weight of the notebook. It clocks in at almost 8 pounds. However, I did not find this to be much of a problem. Compared to pricier models that will cost you an extra thousand or so to save a few pounds, I figure I can handle the weight. The last concern is that the Presario does not have a floppy drive. Almost all sofware is CD based, but if you still have a need to use floppies for making quick back-ups of your work or have programs that are floppy based, you will have to purchase an external drive. I bought one for less than $20 dollars and it works great with the Presario. I just plug it in after the computer boots and I am up and running.

I am very happy with this notebook computer and am very impressed with the features and price of the unit. If you are looking for a feature-packed affordable notebook computer with full multi-media functions for home/office or school, I would highly recommend that you put the Presario R3210US on your list of notebooks to check out. I would rate this computer 4 3/4 stars. Almost perfect.

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Stay Clear of Microtek

Microtek ScanMaker 1000XL PRO - flatbed scanner ( 1108-03-770002 )

Manufacturer: Microtek
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Large Format 12" x 17" scan area

Included TMA 1000XL 12" x 16" Transparency Adapter

4.0 Maximum Optical Density

3200 x 6400 dpi optical resolution

True 48 bit color depth, 16-bit grayscale

ASIN: B000B8QPQY

Product Description

The ScanMaker 1000XL sets a higher standard for affordable large-format scanning. With a high optical resolution of 6400 x 3200 dpi and a massive 12" x 17" scan bed, this 48-bit tabloid-size scanner gives you all the benefits of superior digital imaging tailored for largeformat, work-intensive environments. And with powerful technology built into the scanner like multiple sampling, 4.0 maximum optical density, and LANShare network scanning utility, the ScanMaker 1000XL makes vibrant, lifelike images universally available and accessible.For a complete powerhouse scanning solution, get the ScanMaker 1000XL Pro - which adds a transparent media adapter (TMA 1000XL) for scanning transparencies up to 12"x 16" and includes film templates for 35mm slides & filmstrips, 4" x 5", and 120 film formats.

Customer Reviews:

Stay Clear of Microtek.......2007-08-28

I purchased a 1000XL pro about a year and a half ago. Recently it no longer communicated with any computer either through the USB2 port of the firewire. When I contacted Microtek they advised me that they had closed their repair facility and all they would do was offer me a replacement for $ 1000 with a 90 day warranty. The more I peruse the net, the more I see a litany of similar complaints. This company either needs to be taken over by a more reputable firm or closed down. I am amazed they are still in business.

Product Description

Protect your Nextel i2000 cellular phone!/div>FEATURES a heavily reinforced leather covered metal belt clip that really stays on your belt! Genuine leather aftermarket carrying case. Clear vinyl plastic cover protects the display and keys. Cut to allow access to all input ports and volume keys! Sides are elastic to expand to any size battery.Case makes answering your Nextel i2000 cellular phone fast and easy!Supported Models and Categories:Nextel i2000/ i2000-plus/ Southern-LINC/ Clear-NET/ iDen/ Motorola-2-Way-Multicomm Cell Phone Accessories

CELLULAR INNOVATIONS LCMTNXI2000 Leather Case for Nextel/Motorla i2000

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CELLULAR INNOVATIONS LCMTNXI2000 Leather Case for Nextel/Motorla i2000

Manufacturer: CELLULAR INNOVATIONS
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Leather Case / Pouch / Cover For NEXTEL i2000 I2000

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Leather Case / Pouch / Cover For NEXTEL i2000 I2000

Manufacturer: eBatteries
ProductGroup: CE

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Lancast CARD 100BTX TO 100BFX-SM SC LH CONVRT MOD ( R133-17 )

Manufacturer: Lancast Inc.
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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ASIN: B0000BVYU9

Product Description

Metrobility offers transparent integration of fiber optic connectivity for 10Mbps Ethernet and 100Mbps Fast Ethernet networks. These highly reliable conversion solutions provide full signal restoration - with low bit delay - ensuring accurate data transmission and guaranteeing maximum cable length. All line cards and standalone converters are interoperable with any Ethernet device.

Average customer rating:

great

You can do MUCH better!

Panasonic SL-CT480A Portable CD Player (Blue and Silver)

Manufacturer: Panasonic
ProductGroup: CE
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Motorized SkipDoctor by Digital Innovations (Model 1013000)

Product Features:

Thin, compact, and lightweight design with pop-up disc-eject system

No-Skip shock-protection system with 40 seconds backup memory

Up to 35 hours playback with two AA alkaline batteries or 14 hours playback with two AAA alkaline batteries (all included)

Slide-lock, full-open top cover, heat-resistant polycarbonate body

24-track programming, MASH 1-bit digital-to-analog conversion system for superior audio performance

ASIN: B00005AKZ5

Product Description

Panasonic brings a beautiful design and a wealth of features to this affordable Personal CD Player. One of the world's lightest players, it boasts a full 40 seconds of shock protection using Panasonic's New Anti-Skip System. You also get two AA batteries (35 hours play) - and two AAA alkalines with up to 14 hours of play, ensuring you'll have music for days. A new chassis combines an ultra-thin body with a vibration resistant anti-shock mechanism and a heat-resistant polycarbonate body. Pop-up eject system makes changing discs even easier than usual. Panasonic's exclusive MASH 1-Bit D/A conversion system ensures all your CDs will sound great.

Amazon.com Product Description

Panasonic's thin, blue-and-silver SL-CT480A CD player offers the convenience of pocket sizing alongside long battery life and reliable anti-skip protection. The player's No Skip technology combines rubber, shock-absorbing brushings and an anti-skip digital servo with 40-second memory reserve for added back up.

The player is conveniently compatible with either AA or AAA batteries, deriving up to 35 hours of playback from two AA batteries or 14 hours of playback from two AAA batteries (two of each are supplied). Logically arranged, top-mounted controls simplify operation, while a large, easy-to-read LCD shows disc status. A hold function prevents unintended interruptions in playback and saves batteries by negating playback when the player is stopped.

The SL-CT480A's digital-to-analog converter is Panasonic's single-bit MASH (multi-stage noise shaping technology) DAC, designed to virtually eliminate distortion and deliver all the subtleties and nuances that make digital recordings so rich.

Playback options include 24-track programming, repeat (track or disc), and random play, and a four-preset equalizer lets you tailor the sound to your preference--choose from S-XBS (extra bass system), live, train (high cut). Auto power-off prevents battery drainage after your CD has ended, and the unit's aluminum top cover and polycarbonate body protects the player from the elements.

What's in the Box
CD player, stereo headphones, two AA batteries, two AAA batteries, and a user's manual.

Customer Reviews:

great.......2001-09-24

it'a great cd player, it never skips, i can do anything with it. it's well wrth it.

You can do MUCH better!.......2001-05-24

There are much better options on the market. The price is marginal at best, but considering this unit isn't even car kit-adaptable, you should look elsewhere for a CD player that has better options.

Average customer rating:

Not Up to Snuff

Midland Xtra Talk GXT200 2 Watt 22 Channel GMRS Radios Pair Pack with up to 7 Mile Range

Manufacturer: Midland
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Midland 22540 Headset Speaker with Boom Microphone

Midland AVP2 Dual Desktop Charger for Midland G Series Radios

Midland Dual Desktop Charger with 2 Rechargeable Battery Packs and Vehicle Adaptor (Model AVP3)

Product Features:

2 Watts Output Power

22 Channel

Call Button

Keypad Lock

Battery Save Circuit

ASIN: B00029U0P4

Product Description

Midland is a world leader in wireless two-way and weather/hazard alert radios, with an extensive line of land mobile radios, CB, GMRS and FRS radios, MURS radios, weather-monitor alert radios, itinerant radios and a line of quality antennas and accessories.PRODUCT FEATURES: 2 Watts of power; 22 Channels; Up to 7-mile range; Water resistant; Works with all FRS/GMRS; Keylock; Roger beep tone; Scan feature; Power High/Power Low option; Durable belt clip; Auto squelch; Optional battery pack & drop-in charger; Uses 4 AAA batteries.

Customer Reviews:

Not Up to Snuff.......2007-02-11

We don't like the audio output or microphone performance as well as the previous model G4. What's more, one of the pair was defective when we received it, and we had to pay postage to return it.

Product Description

Why add more memory? More megabytes of memory mean more applications can be open at the same time on a desktop. In addition to this boost of the computer's handling capacity, additional memory can make applications run more quickly. More memory allows the CPU to retrieve and retain more data, which means the applications will normally appear to run faster and more efficiently. Many users blame the slow performance of their computer on the processor speed when, in fact, all they often need is simply to add more memory.

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LG Electronics 10PK 16X/48X MAX DVD-ROM EIDE ( DRD-8160BB )

Manufacturer: LG
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

DVD-ROM Drives | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B00006B87W

Product Description

DVD is the latest multimedia technology. It produces high-resolution video with less distortion for rich, smooth-flowing graphics. Its audio has dynamic range, low distortion, and wide frequency response. It's true digital sound. Backward compatible, DVD plays current and future DVD titles, as well as existing audio CDs and CD-ROM based applications, such as games.

Product Description

For PC or Mac / Space saving design / Clear sound for Voice Recognition applications / Lifetime limited warranty

Customer Reviews:

Good Product.......2006-07-31

Microphone records as promised, excellent sound, great quality. Price is reasonable, unfortunately, shipping and handling almost doubles total cost...

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