QuickSpecs
Compaq Presario 4540

MODEL

Model COMPAQ PRESARIO 4540
Compaq P/N
170650-004
UPC
743172484567

STANDARD FEATURES

Dimensions and Weight (Height x Width x Depth):

Unit: 14.66" x 8.25" x 11.62" (22.5 lbs.)
Package: 23.63" x 13.0" x 19.75" (33.8 lbs.)

Processor 233 MHz AMD-K6 MMX Enhanced Processor
Memory 32 MB SyncDRAM; expandable to 48 MB (SyncDRAM DIMM required)
Hard Drive 3.2 GB hard drive
CD-ROM Drive 20X Max CD-ROM drive1
Modem 56K modem2
Cache 256KB L2 Pipeline Burst Cache; upgradable to 512KB
Graphics
  • Accelerated 64-bit PCI Graphics with Direct3D
  • 2 MB video memory
  • MPEG full-motion video playback
  • Maximum non-interlaced resolution of up to 1280 x 1024 (when supported by monitor)
Easy Access Buttons
  • Internet Button4 provides one-touch access to the Internet.
  • Instant-On
  • Volume Up/Down
Compaq Audio
  • Ported JBL Pro Speakers
  • 10-stage equalization
  • User-controllable volume buttons
Compaq Internet The most sensational, fun and easy Internet experience:
  • Easy Internet Access with 50 free hours of Internet entertainment (NOTE 4)
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 enhanced by Compaq
  • Internet Button (NOTE 3) provides one touch access to the Internet
  • 56K modem (NOTE 2) for quick Internet downloads
  • Compaq Internet Setup wizard
Compaq Multimedia
  • MPEG
  • Audio CD player
  • Video player (AVI, MPEG and others)
Diskette Drive
3.5" 1.44 MB diskette drive
Peripherals
  • Compaq Windows® 95 Keyboard
  • Compaq Mouse
Compatibility Plug-and-Play
Power Supply
Steady-state 75 watts
Expansion Slots
  • One open ISA expansion slot (8" x 4" )
  • One open PCI/ISA combo slot (8" x 4" )
  • One ISA slot with modem
Expansion Bays
  • 3.5" diskette drive
  • Hard drive
  • 24X Max2 CD-ROM drive
  • One 3 1/2" or 5 1/4" drive bay open for expansion
I/O Interfaces
  • Two USB connectors
  • Serial RD-232C compatible, DB9 connector (16550)
  • Parallel EPP/ECP standard centronics-compatible interface; (DB25connector)
  • Joystick/MIDI/Gamepad compatible game port
  • Two RJ11 phone jacks (1 input, 1 output)
  • Audio (headphone/speaker-out, microphone-in, line-out)
  • Mouse and keyboard port
  • Monitor connector (VGA)
Software Pre-Installed Software
  • Microsoft Windows® 95
  • Microsoft Works 4.5
  • Quicken Basic 98

Internet/Online

  • Compaq Internet Setup
  • Easy Internet Access
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 enhanced by Compaq
  • Sprynet

Software on CD

  • Microsoft Bookshelf 98
  • Microsoft Encarta 98 Encyclopedia
  • Microsoft Money 98
  • MotoRacer(MMX)
  • Selective QuickRestore
Technical Support Extra Mile Service
  • Free technical support is available toll-free 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, during warranty period.
  • With your permission, Compaq technicians can even access your PC remotely to troubleshoot and solve software problems and diagnose hardware issues.
Limited Warranty Covered by Compaq one-year U.S. Limited Warranty -- one-year parts and one-year carry-in labor with first 90 days on-site5.

 

OPTIONS

Option

Option Part#

32 MB SyncDRAM DIMM 271434-001
512KB Level 2 Cache Upgrade 271436-001

NOTES

1 - 20X Max CD-ROM drive data transfer rates may vary from 1300 to 3000 Kbps.

2 - The K56flex protocol is designed only to allow faster downloads from K56flex compliant sources. Maximum achievable download transmission rates will vary with line conditions.

3 - Must have Internet Service Provider, and there are fees associated with having one.

4 - 50 free hours of Internet access is offered when Easy Internet Access is chosen from Compaq Internet Setup. The 50 free hours can be used over a 90-day period, up to two hours per day. A valid credit card will be required in order to continue service after the trial period.

5 - Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. For warranty details, consult the Compaq Customer Support Center and select the PaqFax option. (Compaq Customer Support Center, 1-800-OK-Compaq. U.S.)