Dell Vostro 1400 Overview

Dell Vostro 1400 is the first 14.1-inch model in the PC maker’s Vostro business-class notebook lineup. The 1400, based on Intel’s “Santa Rosa” mobile platform, comes in two versions: with an integrated or with a dedicated graphics solution.

The Vostro 1400 is configurable with the latest “Santa Rosa” compatible Intel Core 2 Duo and Celeron processors. The configurations with the integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 are built on Intel GM965 chipset, while those featuring NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS 128MB discrete video card use PM965 chipset. Dell’s new 14.1″ widescreen notebook provides 1280×800 or an optional 1440×900 resolution.

The Vostro 1400 is offered with up to 4GB of system memory. The usage of more than 3GB requires a 64-bit operating sytem, but this laptop can be purchased online with 32-bit Windows Vista only. The Vostro 1400 comes with up to 160GB hard drive at 5400rpm or an optional 160GB unit at 7200rpm.

For networking and communications, there are a wireless LAN supporting 802.11n draft standard optionally, an Ethernet LAN, a 56k modem, and an optional Bluetooth, as well as a choice of AT&T, Sprint and Verizon mobile broadband modules. In addition, for video conferencing you can have a built-in 2 megapixel web camera, mounted on the top of the display panel.

Dell Vostro 1400 has an ExpressCard slot, four USB ports, an 8-in-1 media card reader, a infra-red sensor, a Firewire, and VGA and S-Video outputs.

It features the same hardware specifications and a case shape as Dell Inspiron 1420 consumer notebook. However, the business-oriented Vostro is black, while the Inspiron 1420 is offered in eight different colors.

Dell’s Vostro 1400 weighs up to 5.5lbs, depending on configuration, and is available at company’s online store for a starting price of $549 after $50 instant savings.

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