This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:
Platform
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Mobile AMD SempronTM processor 3000+ to 3100+ or higher with 128/256 KB L2 cache,
supporting AMD Power Now! Technology and AMD HyperTransport technology (for Aspire 3010)
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Chipset: ATI RADEONTM XPRESS 200M (for Aspire 3010)
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Memory
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AMD AthlonTM 64 processor 3000+ to 3700+ or higher with 1 MB L2 cache, supporting AMD
HyperTransport
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Chipset: ATI RADEONTM XPRESS 200M (for Aspire 5010)
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256/512 MB of DDR333 memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using dual soDIMM modules
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15” XGA color TFT LCD with 1024x768 pixel resolution
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15.4” WXGA TFT LCD with 1280x800 pixel resolution, 16.7 million colors, supporting
simulataneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista
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15.4” WXGA+ TFT LCD with 1680x1050 pixel resolution, 16.7 million colors, supporting
simulataneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista
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technology (for Aspire 5010)
Chapter 1
Graphics
Audio
Storage
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ATI M O B I LITYTM RADEON(R) X600 with 64 MB of DDR video RAM (for Aspire 3010)
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ATI M O B I LITYTM RADEON(R) X700 with 6/1284 MB of DDR video RAM (for Aspire 5010)
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DualViewTM support
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MPEG-2/DDVD hardware-assisted capability
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S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support
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DVI-D (true digital video interface) support (for Aspire 5010 only)
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Aspire-cinema vision video encoded technology
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Aspire clear vision video input optimization technology
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Audio system with two built-in speakers
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ATI M O B I LITYTM RADEON(R) X700 with 6/1284 MB of DDR video RAM (for Aspire 5010)
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DualViewTM support
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40/60/80/100 GB (4200rpm) or higher ATA/100 hard disk drive
2Status indicatorsLEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) that turn on and off to show
3Power buttonTurns the computer on and off.
4Launch KeysButtons for launching frequently used programs.
5PalmrestComfortable support area for your hands when you use the
6Click buttons & 4-way scroll keyThe left and right buttons function like the left and right
7TouchpadTouch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a
8KeyboardInputs data into your computer.
9Ventilation SlotEnables the computer to stay cool, even after the
the status of the computer and its functions and
components.
computer.
mouse buttons, the center button serves as a scroll up/
down button.
computer mouse.
prolonged use.
6Chapter 1
Left view
#IconItem/ PortDescription
1PC Card slotsSupports two Type II or one Type III CardBus PC
2PC Card slot eject buttonEject PC cards from the card slots.
3Optical driveInternal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs
4IEEE 1394 portConnects to IEEE 1394 devices.
5CIR ReceiverReceive remote control infrared signals.
6LED indicatorLights up when the optical drive is active.
7Optical drive eject buttonEjects the optical drive tray from the drive.
8Emergency eject slotEjects the optical drive tray when the computer is
9SpeakersLeft and right speakers deliver stereo audio
Card(s).
depending on the optical drive type.
turned off. There is a mechancial eject button on
the DVD/CD-ROM combo or DVD-ROM drive.
Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and
push to eject the tray.
output.
Chapter 17
Right View
#Item/ PortDescription
1SpeakersLeft and right speakers delivers stereo audio
output.
2Ventilation slotsEnable the computer to stay cool, even after
prolonged use.
3Security keylockConnects to a Kensington-compatible
computer security lock.
8Chapter 1
Rear Panel
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#IconPortDescription
1Power JackConnects to an AC adapter
2DVI-D port (Aspire
5010 only)t
3Ventilation slotsEnable the computer to stay cool, even
4S-video portConnects to a television or display device
5External display portConnects to a display device (e.g., external
6Four USB 2.0 portsConnects to any Universal Serial Bus