The Acer AS3003WLCi AMD Sempron 3000+ Notebook PC is a perfect travel mate for people constantly on the move. Running basic home and office applications on this Windows XP-based laptop is a breeze, thanks to a 3GHz AMD Sempron with 256 MB DDR memory. Although two DIMM slots are available, both are already occupied, and users who would like to upgrade RAM will have to replace one (or both) modules.
Users will like the AS3003WLCi’s 15.4" WXGA display with Crystal Bright technology powered by SiSM760GX chipset with integrated Mirage™2 graphics card. Since this model comes with a CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo drive, users can enjoy watching DVD and Video CD movies, while being able to carry out data backups as well. Audio out jacks are available, facilitating easy connection to a home theater system for the pleasure of a good multimedia experience.
The silver-black enclosure gives the laptop a handsome appearance overall. Competitively priced at about $600 after a $50 rebate, business travelers would be hard-pressed to find better value for the money.
| Acer AS3003WLCi AMD Sempron 3000+ Notebook PC | |
| Processor | AMD Sempron 3000+ |
| Installed RAM | 256MB DDR SDRAM |
| Maximum RAM | 2 GB DDR SDRAM |
| Hard drive | 40 GB |
| Includes CD-ROM | Yes, CD-RW / DVD-ROM Combo Drive |
| Includes keyboard | Yes |
| Includes mouse | Yes, Touch pad |
| Includes speakers | Yes |
| Includes monitor | Yes,15.4" WXGA with Crystal Bright Technology |
| Includes floppy drive | No |
| Includes Modem | Yes |
| LAN port | 1 |
| VGA port | 1 |
| USB ports | 3 USB 2.0 ports |
| Installed OS | Microsoft Windows XP Home |
| Warranty | 1 year parts and labor |
| Bottom Line | |
| Price | $599.99 (after $50 rebate) |
| Pros | Sufficiently large-sized display, good multimedia capabilities |
| Cons | Limited memory expansion |
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Updated December 5 2005