System Introduction - Acer Extensa 500 Service Manual

System Introduction

This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its
many features:
Performance
Intel Pentium® processor with MMX™ technology
512-KB, 64-bit main memory and external (L2) cache memory
Large LCD display and PCI local bus video with 128-bit graphics
acceleration
Internal CD-ROM drive
Internal 3.5-inch floppy drive
High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE removable hard disk
Nickel metal-hydride battery pack
Heuristic power management system with standby and hibernation
power saving modes
Multimedia
ISA-based 16-bit high-fidelity stereo audio with 3-D sound and wavetable
synthesizer
Built-in dual speakers
"No power-on" audio CD playback
Ultra-slim, high-speed CD-ROM drive
Connectivity
High-speed fax/data modem port
USB (Universal Serial Bus) port
Human-centric Design and Ergonomics
Lightweight and slim
Sleek, smooth and stylish design
Full-sized keyboard
Wide and curved palm rest
Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device
Expansion
CardBus PC card (formerly PCMCIA) slots (two type II/I or one type III),
upper sort with additional ZV (Zoomed Video) port support.
Mini docking station option for one-step connection to/disconnection
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