QuickSpecs
Compaq Presario 4550

MODEL

Model COMPAQ PRESARIO 4550
Compaq P/N
170700-003
UPC
743172545343

STANDARD FEATURES

Dimensions and Weight (Height x Width x Depth):

Unit: 14.66" x 8.25" x 11.62" (22.5 lbs.)
Package: 23.6" x 13.0" x 19.75" (34 lbs.)

Processor 233 MHz AMD-K6 MMX Enhanced Processor
Memory 48 MB SyncDRAM
Hard Drive 4.0 GB hard drive
Zip Drive 100 MB Iomega® Zip drive; stores up to 100 MB of data on removable discs
CD-ROM Drive 24X Max CD-ROM drive1
Modem 56K modem2
Cache 512KB L2 Pipeline Burst Cache
Graphics
  • Accelerated 64-bit PCI Graphics with Direct3D
  • 2 MB video memory
  • Laser-sharp quality MPEG2 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
  • Dolby® Digital Surround Sound (AC-3)
  • JBL 3D VirtualTheater (VMAx)
  • Ported JBL Pro Speakers
  • 10-stage equalization
  • User-controllable volume buttons
Compaq Video Phone Send-and-Receive Software with Intel ProShare® technology Allows for full-color video phone6 send-and-receive software capabilities with other H.324-compatible video phone systems (camera and microphone not included)
Compaq Internet The most sensational, fun and easy Internet experience
  • Easy Internet Access with 50 free hours of Internet entertainment4
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 enhanced by Compaq
  • Internet Button3 provides one touch access to the Internet
  • 56K modem2 for quick Internet downloads
  • Compaq Internet Setup wizard
Compaq Multimedia
  • MPEG2
  • Audio CD player
  • Video player (AVI, MPEG2 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 (9")
  • One ISA slot with modem installed
  • One open PCI/ISA combo slot (9")
Expansion Bays
  • 3.5" diskette drive
  • Hard drive
  • CD-ROM drive
  • Zip Drive
I/O Interfaces
  • Two USB connectors
  • Serial RS-232C compatible, DB9 Connector (16550)
  • Parallel EPP/ECP standard centronics-compatible interface (DB25 connector)
  • Joystick/MIDI/Gamepad compatible game port
  • Two RJ-11 phone jacks (1 input, 1 output)
  • Audio ports (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 - 24X Max CD-ROM drive data transfer rates may vary from 1500 to 3600 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.)

6 - Camera and microphone not included.