Dell has unveiled this week the notebook series called Vostro, aimed at business users. The first and only AMD-powered model in the new lineup is the affordable 15.4-inch Dell Vostro 1000, currently starting at $449 after instant savings.
Dell Vostro 1000 is based on AMD ATI RS485M chipset with the integrated ATI Radeon Xpress 1150 (R485M) graphics, managing the 15.4″ widescreen display with 1280 x 800 resolution. The notebook, which is similar to Inspiron 1501 for consumers, is configurable with dual core AMD Turion 64 X2 and AMD Athlon 64 X2 processor, or with single core Sempron CPU. This system supports up to 2GB of main memory and comes with up to 120GB SATA hard drive at 5400rpm. Dell Vostro 1000 also includes a DVD burner or a Combo optical drive, depending on your choice.
Regarding communications, it has a 802.11a/g wireless LAN with an optional support for 802.11 draft standard. There are also an Ethernet LAN and a 56k modem.
The Vostro 1000 features an ExpressCard slot, four USB ports, a 3-in-1 media card reader and a VGA output.
This laptop is black with chassis shaped similar to those on older Inspiron models. weighs up to 6.38 pounds with six cell battery and comes with Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system.
Dell Vostro 1000 is available through the PC maker’s official website.
Dell is running a Small Business special right now. Vostro 1000 with AMD Athlon 64 X2 TK-53 (1.7GHz/512KB), 1 gig ram, 120 gig HD, and DVD burner for $399 with free shipping.
Your right about everything except for the “after rebates part”. They never said 449 after rebates, they said 449 during small business savings. So it will be a subtotal 449 plus tax for a while. No rebates.