Q: Actually a couple of questions. Hopefully some fast answers since the sale on this laptop ends in 3-4 days. Much appreciate any help here. When comparing this pc with the Dell i17RN-3647BK, I found slight differences in wording that I did not understand. 1)Battery Type - "6-Cell, LION, Primary Battery" AS TO "6-cell lithium-ion battery"?? 2)Operating System - "Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium, 64-Bit" AS TO "Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)"?? 3) Network Card - "802.11 (b/g/n)" AS TO "Integrated ethernet" 4) Hard Drive - "750GB 5400rpm" AS TO "500GB SATA" Yes, I know the GB is the size but why rpm and SATA?? Seriously, what are these differences please???? Asked on 5/21/2012 by dlm from Fort Pierce, Florida Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: To answer your questions, first "LION" is an abbreviation for "lithium ion", so the two mean the same thing. Secondly, genuine Windows software is produced by Microsoft, so both phrases refer to the same software. Third, 802.11 is a set of standards for implementing wireless internet services, while integrated Ethernet would refer to a port in which an Ethernet cable would be plugged-in to provide Internet services. These terms apply to different functionality of the same network card. Finally, rpm stands for "revolutions per minute" and describes the speed of the hard drive, its common for hard drives to have 5400rpm, but there are some drives which function faster at 7200rpm. SATA stands for Serial ATA and describes how the hard drive is connected to the motherboard of the computer. SATA drives are standard and have in general replaced the older IDE hard drives. Answered on 5/22/2012 by Community Answer from None
Q: Could this computer be upgraded to include a Blu-Ray Player? Asked on 3/9/2012 by Anonymous Know the answer? Answer this question 2 answers A: This product does not come with a featured blue ray player, but one can be put in after it is purchased. Answered on 3/12/2012 by Community Answer from None A: You can visit any Staples store to have a Laptop special ordered with the Blue Ray option. I have listed a link to that will assist with locating a Staples store near you. http://stores.staples-locator.com/staples/Answered on 3/12/2012 by Christina.M from Staples
Q: What is the Windows Experience Index? Asked on 3/4/2012 by bwh from California Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: The Windows Experience Index rates the performance of key hardware compoents (CPU, hard drive, graphics card) and then rates them with a score between 1.0 and 7.9. Using the index can help you find the computer that suits your needs best. Answered on 3/7/2012 by Community Answer from None
Q: Does this laptop have built-in wi-fi? Asked on 3/2/2012 by DogManDan from Moses Lake, WA Know the answer? Answer this question 2 answers A: Yes, this laptop has wifi 802.11g/n. Answered on 3/7/2012 by Community Answer from None A: YES. Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 1030, 1x2 bgn + Bluetooth Answered on 3/6/2012 by Mike from San Antonio, TX
Q: Does this inspiron also allow for the "switch" interchangeable lids? Asked on 2/25/2012 by Anonymous Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Yes, this notebook does offer the option to change the lid. To place an order for this notebook, please contact us by dialing 1-800-333-3330. Answered on 2/27/2012 by Liz C from Staples
Q: Im skeptical about the price of this dell inspiron with intel i5 processor, 17.3" display, 8GB memory, 750GB hard drive - so Im looking for the catch here, and I noticed the specifications does not list a webcam or how many of what size USB ports??? The picture shows webcam but im not convinced until its listed in the "tech specs". Thank youu Asked on 2/18/2012 by nurse nerd from northeastern woods Know the answer? Answer this question 3 answers A: I was a little skeptical myself, but I verified this is a second gen i5 processor and comes with HDMI,eSATA, 2 USB 3.0 and 1 USB 2.0 ports. The 360 degree view isn't quite accurate as the back only has the VGA and Ethernet ports, everything else is on the sides. It also has a webcam. So far I am very impressed with this laptop. The 8GB of RAM is shared with video, but it is still plentiful. The screen is limited to 720p, but I don't need 1080p so I didn't care. Answered on 2/19/2012 by Darren from Peoria, IL A: Dell Inspiron 17RN models include 3 USB ports and a 1.3 megapixel webcam. Answered on 2/21/2012 by Community Answer from None A: If you take the product tour it shows you that it comes with a webcam. It also shows the USB ports. Answered on 2/21/2012 by Bob from Cleveland OH
Q: does this unit have a back light keyboard? Asked on 2/17/2012 by dave from detroit mi Know the answer? Answer this question 2 answers A: No. Answered on 2/19/2012 by Darren from Peoria, IL A: No this Dell Inspiron i17RN does not have a backlit keyboard, it does come with Windows 7 and an 8 in 1 card reader. Answered on 2/21/2012 by Community Answer from None
Q: Does it have the turbo boost ? Asked on 2/17/2012 by Anonymous Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Yes! It is listed under product details that it comes with Turbo Boost 2.0. Answered on 2/21/2012 by Computer user from Cleveland OH
Q: Looks like, from the "tour" video, that there's one USB port on each side, total 2. Also from same video it lists a web-cam, however, in Staples "specifications" there is none mentioned. Also I'd like to double-check that it does have a DVD reader. Thanks. Asked on 2/17/2012 by Terri P. Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Yes, this laptop does have a DVD drive. It has Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive. It also has 1.3MP integrated webcam and 3 USB ports. Answered on 2/21/2012 by Community Answer from None
Q: Does this system have Wireless-N and Bluetooth? Asked on 2/15/2012 by Arline Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Yes, this laptop has Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1030 and Bluetooth. Answered on 2/17/2012 by Community Answer from None
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