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Acer Aspire 6930

$900.00 Released September, 2008

The Pros:Renders full-screen HD video without blur or skipping a frame. Enough processing power to handle some games. Multiple applications run swiftly without noticeable lag.

The Cons:Ships with a large collection of bloatware that needs to be uninstalled for top performance. Mouse movement isn't very smooth, scroll pad is often unresponsive.

The Acer Aspire 6930 is a mid-grade laptop designed for users interested in a computer equipped with maximum peformance that is also sleek and portable. The 6930 is more specifically designed for users that prefer a media enhanced device.

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The Aspire 6930 is equipped with an Intel Core 2 Duo (2GHz) processor that is combined with 3 GB 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM installed memory and Intel GMA 4500MHD Dynamic Video Memory Technology (5.0) for video support. The 6930 is also equipped with a unique 16" WXGA CineCrystal display (1366x768) which is combined with second generation Dolby Home Theater enhanced surround sound to create what Acer claims to provide a "complete and ultra-realistic entertainment experience".

The Acer Aspire 6930 also includes additional features such as an integrated 5-in-1 media card reader, an integrated webcam, support for up to 320GB SATA HDD space, integrated Blu-Ray disc drive support, VGA and HDMI outputs, full 802.11 a/b/g wireless support, Bluetooth 2.0 enhanced data support, and a wide range of customizable options which allow the device to be personalized completely.

Technical Specs

Processor Technology
- Intel Core 2 Duo processor
- Mobile Intel GM45 Express chipset
- Intel Wireless WiFi Link network connection
Memory
- Installed: 3GB DDR2 667 SDRAM
- Support for up to 4GB (2/2) DDR2 667 SDRAM
Storage
- Up to 320GB SATA hard drive
- Integrated variable-speed Super-Multi drive:
  - -Read – 24X CD-ROM, 24X CD-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X DVD-ROM DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
  - -Write – 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 4X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
  - Integrated Blu-ray Disc drive (optional)
- 5-in-1 card reader
  - MultiMediaCard
  - Secure Digital Card (SD)
  - Memory Stick
  - Memory Stick Pro
  - xD- Picture Card
- External USB 1.44MB floppy drive (optional)
Video
- Acer CineCrystal 16.0" WXGA (1366 x 768) TFT LCD
- Graphics Processor
  - Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
  - Discrete NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GS graphics
- Microsoft DirectX 10.0 support
- MPEG-2 DVD, WMV9/VC-1 (Windows Media Video 9, VC-1 standard) and H.264/AVC decoding
- VGA port and HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital-content protection) support
Audio
- Acer PureZone technology equipped with two integrated stereo microphones
- Second-generation Dolby Home Theater audio enhancement
- Two integrated stereo speakers
- One Acer Tuba CineBass booster supporting low-frequency effects
- Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support, microphone and line-in ports
- Microsoft DirectSound compatibility
Interface Ports
- DC-in
- RJ-11 modem
- RJ-45 LAN
- VGA
- HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital-content protection) support (select models only)
- Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support
- Microphone
- Line-in
- CIR (consumer infrared)
- Three USB 2.0
Communications
- Intel Wireless WiFi Link network connection supporting 802.11a/b/g/Draft N wireless LAN, and Acer SignalUp technology
- Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (enhanced data rate) wireless PAN (select models only)
- Gigabit LAN, Wake-on-LAN ready
- V.92 56Kbps data/fax modem, PTT (postal, telegraph, telephone) certified in select countries, Wake-on-Ring ready
- Acer Video Conference with integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam supporting Acer PrimaLite technology
Included Software
- Acer Empowering Technology (eAudio, eRecovery, ePower, eSettings Management)
- Acer GameZone
- Acer GridVista
- Acer InstantOn Arcade
- Acer Launch Manager
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- CyberLink PowerDirector (trial version)
- McAfee Internet Security Suite (trial version)
- NTI Media Maker
Dimensions and Weight
- 15.2" (385.0mm) W x 10.9" (277.5mm) D x 1.6" - 1.7” (41.0mm – 43.9mm) H
- 7.5 lb. (3.4kg)
Power
- 65-watt AC adapter
- Battery Type
  - Eight-cell lithium ion battery: up to 3.5 hours life depending on configuration and usage (may be reduced if Windows Vista Aero is enabled)
  - Six-cell lithium ion battery: up to 2.5 hours life depending on configuration and usage (may be reduced if Windows Vista Aero is enabled)
  - Both batteries: 2.0 hours recharge time with power off, 3.0 hours with power on, 80% charge in 1.0 hour
Warranty
- One-year parts and labor limited warranty with concurrent International Traveler’s Warranty

Available Processor Models

Intel Core2 Duo Mobile Processor T6400
- (2MB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB)
Intel Core2 Duo Processor T5800
- (2MB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB)
Intel Core2 Duo Processor P8600
- (3MB L2 Cache, 2.40GHz, 1066MHz FSB)
Intel Core2 Duo Processor P7350
- (3MB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 1066MHz FSB)

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renders full-screen HD video without blur or skipping a frame
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enough processing power to handle some games
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multiple applications run swiftly without noticeable lag
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built-in speakers are above-average, can hear everything adequately
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keyboard is full-sized and includes a numeric keypad, very easy to work with

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ships with a large collection of bloatware that needs to be uninstalled for top performance
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mouse movement isn't very smooth, scroll pad is often unresponsive