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Hi I'm looking for a cheap laptop i can buy. I need one desperately for workl. I need one for around 400 - 550 dollars.

When shopping for: laptop | Posted 03/06/2010 | 351 Views
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TracyLynn0923 Posted: 03/06/2010
Ranked: 2nd in Laptops (based on 258 answers / 7 positive ratings )
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There are quite a few great laptops that are really affordable!  One good choice is the Toshiba Satellite selling for $398.00
specifics:
The Toshiba 15.6" Satellite L455D-S5976 Laptop PC boasts a stunning widescreen display that lends a new visual dimension to your movies, gaming, photos and more. Equipped with a large 250GB hard drive and plenty of memory, this powerful laptop can supercharge multitasking, balancing the family budget or studying for finals.
Toshiba 15.6" Satellite L455D-S5976 Laptop PC:
AMD Sempron processor for notebook PCs, SI-42
Features 2.1GHz speed, an 800MHz frontside bus, and 512KB L2 cache
2GB of DDR2 system memory rated at 800MHz and expandable up to 8GB
Furnishes enough memory to handle demanding applications
250GB SATA hard drive, rated at 5400 rpm
Stores up to 71,000 photos, or up to 62,000 songs, or up to 30 hours of HD video and more
SuperMulti DVD optical drive
Lets you play and create CDs and DVDs in 11 different disc formats
15.6" diagonal widescreen TruBrite TFT LCD display
Presents 1366 x 768 resolution (WXGA) with native support for 720p content
ATI Radeon 3100 graphics with dynamically allotted shared graphics memory
Wireless Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet
Connects to a broadband modem (cable or DSL) wirelessly or using the wired 10/100 Ethernet port
Also wirelessly connects to Wi-Fi signals/hotspots with RealTek 802.11 b & g wireless LAN

Toshiba 15.6" Satellite L455D-S5976 Laptop PC Specifications
Matte Silver finish
Three USB 2.0 ports
VGA video output
Microphone and headphone ports
6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Built-in 3-in-1 digital media card reader (Secure Digital, Memory Stick, Multi Media Card)
Security lock slot

Toshiba 15.6" Satellite L455D-S5976 Laptop PC Software
Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit.
Microsoft Works 9
Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Edition, 60-day trial version
Toshiba Software and Utilities: Electronic User's Guide, Bluetooth Stack for Windows, Toshiba Recovery Media Creator, Toshiba ConfigFree, Toshiba Disc Creator, Toshiba DVD Player, and Hard Disc Drive Recovery
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Google Toolbar
Sun Java 2 Runtime Environment
Norton Internet Security 2009, 30-day trial version
WildTangent Orb Game Console

Toshiba 15.6" Satellite L455D-S5976 Laptop PC Support and Warranty
1-year limited warranty

Next is the Compaq Presario that sells for $413.54
specifics:
For those who want everyday computing capability at a great value, the Compaq 15.6" Presario CQ61-410US Laptop PC delivers in style. Balancing mobility and performance needs at 5.90 lbs, the CQ61 is powered by AMD processor and ATI graphics technology and features a 15.6" Diagonal High Definition HP BrightView display for full-screen views.
  • AMD Sempron Processor for Notebook PCs M120
    2.1 GHz, Up to 3.2 GT/s system bus, 512 KB L2 Cache
  • 2 GB DDR2 system memory
    Enough memory to handle today's most memory-hungry applications
  • 250 GB Serial 7200 RPM SATA hard drive
    Store your music, videos, photos and documents with plenty of space to spare
  • LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD+R/RW with Double Layer Support
    Play and create CDs and DVDs with this DVD/CD burner drive
  • Wired Ethernet; Wireless WiFi
    Connect to a broadband modem with 10/100 Ethernet. Connect wirelessly to a WiFi network or hotspot with built-in wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN. Includes a 56k modem
  • 15.6 diagonal HD HP BrightView Widescreen Display
    1366 x 168 resolution; ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4200 Graphics with 1022 MB graphics memory

    Additional Features
  • 5-in-1 memory card reader
  • 3 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x Headphone out port, 1 x Microphone-in port, 1 x VGA, 1 x RJ-11 port, 1 x RJ-45 port
  • 6-cell lithium-ion battery
  • AC power supply included

    Software
  • Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
  • Microsoft Works and Microsoft Office 2007 Home & Student 60-day trial
  • Symantec Norton Internet Security 2010 60-day trial

    Support & Warranty
  • 1-year Limited Hardware Warranty with Toll Free Support
Also the Acer Aspire selling for $428.00
specifics:
Enjoy reliable mobile performance with the Acer 15.6" Aspire AS5517-5078 Laptop PC. It features a 15.6" High-Definition widescreen display, Windows 7 Home Premium, digital media features and everything you need to stay productive and simplify your life. Email friends, video chat via webcam, explore the Internet, complete homework, manage finances, download digital media and more on-the-go.
    Key Features & Benefits:
  • AMD Athlon 64 processor TF-20
    1.6GHz, 667MHz Front Side Bus, 512KB L2 Cache
  • 3GB DDR2 system memory (4GB max)
    Enough memory to handle today's most memory-hungry applications
  • 160GB 5400 rpm SATA hard drive
    Store your music, photos, videos and documents with plenty of storage space to spare
  • 8X Super Multi DVD double-layer drive
    Play and create CDs and DVDs with this CD/DVD burner with double-layer support
  • 10/100 Fast Ethernet LAN; Acer InviLink 802.11b/g
    Connect to a broadband modem with the Ethernet LAN, or connect wirelessly to a WiFi network or hotspot with built-in 802.11 b/g WiFi Certified WLAN
  • 15.6" diagonal HD CineCrystal LCD widescreen display
    1366 x 768 resolution; ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics with up to 1919MB of Hypermemory (256MB dedicated, 1663MB shared system memory)

    Additional Features:
  • Built-in Webcam
  • Multi-in-1 digital media card reader
  • 2 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x VGA port, 1 x Headphone/Speaker/Line-out jack, 1 x Microphone jack, 1 x RJ-45 port, 1 x AC adapter connector, 1 x Kensington Lock Slot
  • 6-cell lithium-ion battery (up to 2.5 hours battery life)
  • Includes AC power supply
  • High-definition audio support; 2 built-in stereo speakers

    Software:
  • Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Edition

    Support & Warranty:
  • 1-year International Travelers Limited Warranty

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craty Posted: 03/06/2010
Ranked: 88th in Laptops (based on 1 answers )
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