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The Gateway T-6859u is a compact and powerful netbook offered by Gateway for the multi-tasker on the go. It is powered by a 2.0 GHz Intel Core2 Duo Processor with Intel Centrino Technology and a Mobile Intel GM965 Express Chipset and has a Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 Series graphics card for smooth video performance and enhanced graphics. It comes standard with 4 GB of DDR2 667MHz SDRAM and 320GB of hard drive space. The 14.1" Ultrabright WXGA TFT Screen display delivers a 1280 x 800 viewing experience and integrated 1.3 megapixel webcam allows for easy web-chatting or taking self-portraits. It also has an HDMI output to enjoy high-definition video on your HDTV or LCD display. It has a DVD DL writer, 5-in-1 media card reader which supports Memory Stick, MemoryStick Pro, MultiMediaCard, Secure Digital and xD-Picture Card and has integrated a/b/g Wireless for easy wireless connectivity. It comes with a 64 bit SP1 Edition of Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium operating system, the latest SE version of Microsoft Works and a 60-day trial of the Office 2007 suite. The Gateway T-6859u has a stylish design with the Gateway inFuse treatment which seals the premium-color finish.
MSRP $599.99
Release date June, 2009
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Specifications
- Processor: Intel Core2 Duo T6400 Mobile Processor (2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB, 2MB L2 Cache)
- Operating System: Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit) with SP1
- Memory: 4096MB 667MHz DDR2 Dual Channel Memory (2 x 2048MB Modules)
- Hard Drive: 320GB 5400RPM SATA hard drive
- Color: Premium Design with brushed metal keyboard surround and deep, rich Silver finish
- Wireless Network: Intel WiFi Link 3945 802.11a/b/g Wireless
- Adapter: AC Adapter
- Application Software: Microsoft Works 9.0, Microsoft Money Essentials & Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 (60-day complimentary trial period)
- Battery: 6-Cell Lithium Ion (4400 mAh)
- Chassis: Chassis with Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 with up to 384MB of Dynamic Video Memory and Intel GM965 Express Chipset8
- Digital Media Software: Microsoft Windows Media Player 11, Cyberlink Power2 Go, & Cyberlink LabelPrint
- Dimensions (Box): 17" (H) x 13" (W) x 6" (D) or 431.8mm (H) x 330mm (W) x 152mm (D)
- Dimensions (System): 1.0"-1.30" (H) x 12.95" (W) x 9.75" (D) or 25-33mm (H) x 329mm (W) x 248mm (D)
- Display: 14.1" Widescreen WXGA Ultrabright Display (1280 x 800)
- Expansion Slots: ExpressCard Type 54
- External Ports: (3) USB 2.0, VGA Connector, HDMI V1.2 Connector
- Keyboard and Mouse: Full-Size Keyboard, Synaptics Touchpad with Vertical Scroll
- Media Card Reader: 5-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader (Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Multi Media Card, Secure Digital, xD-Picture Card)
- Memory Capacity: Maximum 4GB
- Modem: 56K ITU V.92 ready Fax/Modem (RJ-11 port)
- Multimedia Buttons: Multimedia Touch Controls
- Network: 10/100 Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 port)
- Optical Drive: 8x Multi-Format Dual Layer DVDRW and DVD-RAM featuring Labelflash Technology
- Security Software: Symantec Norton Internet Security 2008 (60-day trial)
- Sound: High-Definition Audio - 2 Channel, Built-In speakers, microphone, headphone/SPDIF Audio Out
- Warranty: 1 Year Parts and Labor
- Web Camera: 1.3 Megapixel Integrated Webcam
- Weight: 5.55 lbs. (2.52 kg) system unit only / 9.54 lbs. (4.32 kg.) box
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Gateway T-6859u
• Gateway T-6859U 14.1-Inch Silver Laptop
• T-6859u Notebook
UPC: 884483566716
EAN: 884483566716
MPN: LXWAQ0X001
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MSRP $649.00
Released July, 2009
Pros
- light-weight at 4.30 lbs
- DisplayPort and HDMI outputs
- DDR3 memory standard
Cons
- Dell laptop build quality leaves a lot to be desired compared to high end system manufacturers such as Lenovo and Apple
- no optical media drive - must download software or use a USB DVD drive
- gets hot
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MSRP $599.99
Released January, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- LED backlit display
- powerful enough for the majority of users
- quality brand
Cons
- Intel GMA graphics - inferior to onboard or discrete options from Nvidia or ATI, poor for gaming, media
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Asus K40IJ
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MSRP $699.99
Released August, 2009
Pros
- lightweight - 3.74 pounds
- great battery life for all day computing (up to 12-hours claimed)
- affordable compared to previous generation ultra-portables
Cons
- Intel GMA 4500MHD - superior to the common netbook chip, however still poor compared to other onboard and discrete options from Nvidia and ATI
- ULV Intel Core 2 Solo is designed for power savings, single core and lower clockspeed will mean slower operation for intensive tasks - not suited as a dedicated desktop replacement device
- no optical drive
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Asus UL30A
MSRP $650.00
Released September, 2009
Pros
- lightweight for a 14" notebook (4.4 pounds)
- dual core processor
- HDMI output
- affordable price
Cons
- Dell build quality can't match the that of laptops from higher end manufacturers such as Apple or Lenovo
- Intel GMA graphics only - extremely limited, best for 2D applications and media only
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Dell Inspiron 14z
MSRP $549.00
Released April, 2009
The Dell Vostro 1320 starts out at a cheaper price than its sister product, the Dell Vostro 1220, but has a variety of customizable options that up the price to be a little less affordable. It comes with a few extra service packages for consumers who don't want to worry about what might happen...
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Dell Vostro 1320
MSRP $589.00
Released May, 2009
The Acer Extensa 5635 is an entry-level laptop in the Extensa lineup. It is intended for personal work and business use. It uses Windows Vista Business and has a single-core Intel Pentium T4200 processore that operates at 2.0GHz and has 1MB of L2 cache and an 800MHz front-side bus. The laptop comes with 2GB...
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Acer Extensa 5635
MSRP $639.00
Released June, 2009
The Toshiba Satellite A500 is a mid-range laptop that is designed for gaming, movies, and other entertainment use. The laptop has a 16" widescreen LCD display with Toshiba's TruBrite technology and a high definition ATI Radeon graphics card for 3D gaming and HD movies. It features either an Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Turion X2 processor with 4GB DDR2 SDRAM...
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Reviews
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Pros
- ample power - true laptop processor, lots of memory and drive space
- affordable price
- HDMI output for single wire video and audio compatible equipment
Cons
- slowest of the slow graphics - Intel GMA, poor for anything except basic productivity, media viewing
- 5.5 pounds
- poor speakers
- poor customer support
- not qualified for a free Windows 7 upgrade
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