Dell Studio XPS 16 C2D T6400 Reviews: Windows Vista Home Premium 16" Screen Laptop computer

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Product Features

Screen Size in Inches	16
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Operating System	Windows Vista Home Premium
Software on which the device runs
RAM in GB	4
Number of Cores	Dual
Computer processors are made up of 1 or more cores. Having multiple cores allows the computer to process more information at once making it faster.
Hard Disk Capacity in GB	320
Hard Disk capacity is measured in GBs which stands for Gigabytes. A gigabyte is 1000 MB or megabytes. The more GB you have the more info like photos and music you can store.
Screen Resolution (pixels)	1440x900 (WSXGA)
The number of pixels the screen has. The more you have, the more detail the screen can display, given a high quality source. A breakdown of resolutions can be found on Wikipedia here
Processor Brand	Intel
There are 2 main manufacturers of computer processors. They are Intel and AMD.
Processor	Core 2 Duo
This is the processor model range. Different types of processor have different types of functionality. For example Centrino processors are specifically designed to increase battery life in laptops.
Processor Number	T6400
This is the specific processor number in the processor range.
Processor Speed in MHz	2000
The processor is the driving force of your personal computer. The higher the number in Megahertz or Mhz the faster your computer will run. Don’t forget that other factors such as the number of cores will have an effect on speed.
USB Port	3
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
Integrated Webcam	Yes
A webcam is a small, in-built camera that allows you to record video to upload to popular sites like Youtube or have video chats with friends on Instant Messaging services.
WiFi	Yes
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Bluetooth	No
Bluetooth is a technology for the wireless transfer of data such as contacts, photos and music between mobile phones, computers and a host of other Bluetooth enabled devices. Read more about Bluetooth on Wikipedia
Fingerprint Access	No
Fingerprint access offers you an extra layer of security on your computer and is essential for any budding secret agent.
Remote Control	No
DVD Writer	Yes
DVD Writers can be used to copy data, music, documents or films from your laptop, netbook or desktop computer, onto a blank DVD. DVD writers can also copy info onto blank CDs but CDs have a lower storage capacity. Normal DVD discs can store up to 4.7GB of info. DVD stands for Digital Versatile Disc.
DVD Drive	Yes
CD Rom	Yes
Blu-ray Drive	Yes
VGA Port	Yes
VGA stands for Video Graphics Array. The VGA socket is used for connecting a monitor or TV to your computer. If you want to use an external monitor, TV or projector on your laptop make sure it has a VGA or DVI socket. VGA is also sometimes referred to as D-sub.
DVI Port	No
DVI stands for Digital Visual Interface. Like VGA, DVI is used to connect laptops, desktops and other devices to HD TVs or monitors. You can buy a small adaptor to convert your digital DVI socket to an analogue VGA socket for use with older monitors if needed.
Card Reader	Yes
A memory card reader allows you to connect various types of card such as SD Cards, MMC Cards or Compact Flash Cards to your laptop or desktop computer. Memory Card Readers are extremely useful for photographers as it allows you to quickly transfer your snaps from camera to machine meaning you can have them uploaded to your favourite website or printed out in a matter of minutes.
Dimensions (mm)	382.9x24.1x253.6
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Weight (kg)	2.91
Brand of Graphic Chip	ATI
Graphics cards in desktop computers and graphics chips in laptops are manufactured by 3 main companies: Intel, ATI and nVidia. If you want to play modern games aim for an ATI or nVidia card or chip. Intel cards and chips work perfectly for general laptop use, video playback and older computer games.
Graphic Card or Chip	M86XT
This is the range and model number of the graphics card or chip in your desktop or laptop computer
Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.

Also known as: Dell Studio XPS 16 C2D T6400, Dell Studio XPS 1640

Attention to Detail, Undeniably Intriguing
With stunning good looks and performance, the NEW Studio XPS 16 is designed to give you a multimedia laptop that’s sure to turn heads. From the genuine leather accents to the near-seamless design, you’ll be surrounded by elegance. And the 16" ultra widescreen display makes your movies, videos and photos come alive with brilliant color and detail.

Indulge Your Great Taste
The Studio XPSTM 16 is designed with an uncompromising attention to detail and subtle sophistication.

The premium package
The Studio XPS 16 is designed with sophisticated taste in mind. It’s in the smooth contours of the obsidian black, high-gloss finish. The genuine leather, aluminum accents and magnesium alloy enclosure. With every detail, the Studio XPS 16 surrounds you with elegance.

Simply luminescent
The Studio XPS 16 shines a light on features that matter. Its backlit keyboard and touch pad buttons are easy to use, day or night. Keep an eye on your battery power by simply checking the color of the indicator on the hinge. Capacitive multimedia buttons also glow when activated.

Clean and classic
The Studio XPS 16 is engineered for excellence from every angle. Your eye is drawn to the clean lines of the near-seamless design, as well as the incredible edge-to-edge display. From the textured touch pad to the exceptional fit of the custom ports, the Studio XPS 16 conveys quality and refinement.

Indulge Your Great Taste

Extraordinary HD Performance
Your senses come alive with the Studio XPS 16. See the vivid detail of HD movies, videos and pictures, while listening to theater-quality sound.

Enhanced movies and videos
The Studio XPS 16 is designed to deliver the ultimate multimedia experience with full 1080p HD resolution RGB-LED display (optional). Traditional DVDs are upconverted to display with incredible quality, so your favorite movies look better than ever. Or, you can get the full clarity of 1080p from your HD experience with an optional Blu-ray DiscTM.

Ultra Widescreen HD display
Escape from reality with the 16" ultrawidescreen display of the Studio XPS 16. It is optimized for movies with a 16:9 aspect ratio and has a fast 8ms response time for a crisp, clear images during fast-action video & gaming. The optional RGB-LED technology provides 100% color gamut for truer, more vibrant colors. Up to 130-degree viewing angle also lets you share the fun with family and friends.

Eye-popping graphics
With its high-performance ATITM graphics card, the Studio XPS 16 delivers true-to-life entertainment. And your graphics-intensive applications run like a charm. So you can easily create digital content — or just sit back to enjoy it — with unbelievable realism.

Cinematic sound
For extraordinary sound quality, the Studio XPS 16 has premium speakers with an integrated subwoofer and 5.1 Dolby® Digital outputs.

Endless Entertainment
The Studio XPS 16 gives you superior multimedia in a portable package.

Ready to move
With a starting weight of 6.4 lbs.* (2.91 kg), the Studio XPS 16 makes it easy to be entertained from virtually anywhere. You have the connections you need, from WiFi to optional Bluetooth® to Gigabit Ethernet to optional Mobile Broadband.

Power That Lasts
Use the illuminated battery charge indicator to stay apprised of your power status.

Endless Entertainment
Face-to-face communication The Studio XPS 16 offers an integrated webcam and dual-array microphones, so you can easily stay in touch with friends and interact with the online community.

Help protect your files with a smile
Why worry about forgetting your password? Facial recognition security software lets you log onto your laptop with a simple scan of your face. It automatically locks your laptop when you step away, and unlocks it upon your return.

Peace of Mind Comes Standard
Superior service comes with every Dell Studio XPSTM product. Dell XPS technicians pass rigorous XPS product-specific training, and support calls are normally answered in less than 2 minutes.
You can also count on the latest virus and spyware protection, one year of Dell DataSafeTM online backup services, and 24×7 support. In short, the ownership experience is just like the machine itself — top-of-the-line.

Dell Support Center
Keeps your system up-to-date and running efficiently through automated fixes for common issues.

DellConnectTM 2 Remote Assistance
Simplify troubleshooting and repair by enabling a Dell service associate to diagnose issues and resolve issues over the Internet.

• More info at Dell's website
• User manual