QuickSpecs

Internet PC

Compaq Presario 7597

March 2000


Compaq P/N - 173954-403
UPC -  720591337117
Standard Features

Dimensions & Weights (H x W x D)
• Unit: 16.55" x 8.76" x 17.30" (25.3 lbs.)
• Package: 24.06" x 13.13" x 22.44" (36.6 lbs.)


Processor
• Intel Pentium III processor - 600 MHz
• 100 MHz system bus


System Memory
• 64 MB 100 MHz SyncDRAM, shared memory architecture, two total DIMM slots upgradable to 512 MB - 8 MB dedicated for video memory (SyncDRAM DIMM required)



Hard Drive
• 30.0 GBUltraDMA hard drive


CD-ROM Drive
• 40X Max CD-ROM drive2


CD-RW Drive3
Maximize your PC with the ultimate multifunction CD recorder.
• Use CD-R and CD-RW media for recording or rewriting capability
• Store up to 650 MB of data or up to 74 minutes of music
• 24X Max reading and 4X Max recording
• Create CD-ROM discs quickly and easily with just!burn software


Modem
• 56K ITU V.90 modem4


Cache
• 256 KB integrated L2 Pipeline Burst Cache



Creativity Action Center 8
• Two USB ports conveniently located on the front of the PC provide a quick and easy connection for USB cameras, scanners and gamepads



Home Phoneline Networking5
• Diamond PCI 10 Mbps Ethernet/1 Mbps Home Networking Card
• Uses standard phonelines throughout the home for sharing Internet access, printers, multiplayer gaming and more
• Home Networking setup wizard makes it simple
• Home Phoneline Network Alliance certified (HomePNA)



10 Mbps Ethernet Port
• Share files and printers
• Cable/DSL modem ready 6



Compaq Audio
• ESS Allegro PCI Audio
• Create, organize and play digital MP3, WMA or personal CD audio files on your PC
• Compatible with applications requiring FM Synthesis Emulation



Graphics

• Integrated 2X AGP 3D Graphics
• Integrated 64-bit hardware accelerated 3D graphics
• MPEG full-motion video playback
• Maximum non-interlaced resolution of up to 1600 x 1200 (when supported by monitor)



Compaq Multimedia
• Audio CD Player
• Video Player (AVI, MPEG and others)


Power Supply

• Steady-state 145 watts
• Energy Star Compliant


Diskette Drive
• 3.5" 1.44 MB diskette drive


Mouse

• Internet scroll mouse



Expansion Slots (Four total)
• One PCI slot with modem installed
• One PCI slot with HPN/NIC installed
• Two PCI slots open for expansion


Expansion Bays (Five total)
• 3.5" 1.44 MB diskette drive
• Hard drive
• CD-ROM drive
• CD-RW drive
• One drive bay open for expansion


I/O Interfaces

• Four USB ports (2 front, 2 back)
• Serial RS-232C compatible, DB9 connector (16550)
• Parallel EPP/ECP standard centronics-compatible interface (DB25 connector)
• Joystick/MIDI/Gamepad compatible game port (back-accessible)
• Two RJ-11 phone jacks (1 input, 1 output)
• Audio ports (line-in, line-out and microphone-in)
• Mouse and keyboard ports
• Monitor connection (VGA)


Compatibility/Compliance
• Plug-and-Play
• Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
• Year 2000 (Y2K) Hardware Compliant 13 - This product was developed for compliance with the Compaq Year 2000 Readiness Program. 



Compaq Internet Keyboard

Explore the Web with powerful tools for easy Internet access - all with the touch of a button.

Instant Internet - Personalized start page with instant access to local news, entertainment and e-services

Instant e-Mail
- Quick one-touch access for sending and receiving your e-mail.

Instant Search - Instant access to the world’s most powerful search engine.

Community - Contact family and friends.

Instant Answer - Your instant connection to the store where you purchased your Presario PC. 

Shopping Online - Better ideas for the most satisfying shopping experience on the Internet.

My Presario - Your instant connection to Compaq for product information, helpful hints, performance updates, service and more.



Multimedia controls
• Play/Pause
• Mute Button
• Previous Track & Next Track 
• Quick Print
• Sleep Button
• Stop
• Volume Up/Down
• Eject
• 104-key Compaq Windows keyboard



Internet Access
• Quick and easy Internet access with the purchase of a Compaq Presario Internet PC
- 150 hour free trial from Compaq.NET 7
- 150 hour free trial from AOL7



Compaq Extra Mile Service and Support
The best approach to customer service, delivered just the way you want it.
• Covered by Compaq 1 year Limited  Warranty: 1 year parts, 1 year labour (carry-in or on-site)
• Technical support: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (90 days free technical support)



Preinstalled Software
just!burn
McAfee Virus Scan
Microsoft Money 99*
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition*
Microsoft Works 2000*
RioPort Audio Manager

*available in English and French



Internet/Online
America Online
Compaq.NET
Microsoft Internet Explorer


Software on CD
Incoming
Logitech QuickCam TM Express
Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedia 2000

Options
32 MB SyncDRAM Memory Module - 271434-001
64 MB SyncDRAM Memory Module - 308877-001
128 MB SyncDRAM Memory Module - 308878-001
256 MB SyncDRAM Memory Module - 171558-B21
French Kit  -  173656-403

Monitors with JBL Pro Speakers
Compaq MV520 (13.8" viewable image area) - 341265-001
Compaq MV720 (15.9" viewable image area) - 341267-001
Compaq MV920 (18.0" viewable image area) - 341269-002

1 For hard drives, GB=billion bytes. 2 40X Max CD-ROM drive data transfer rates may vary from 2550 to 6000 Kbps. 3 CD-RW drive data transfer rates may vary as follows: for recording to CD-R media, the data transfer rate may vary from 150 to 600KB/s; for writing to CD-RW media, the data transfer rate may vary from 150 to 300KB/s; for reading CD media, the data transfer rate may vary from 1500 to 3600KB/s. 4 ITU V.90 modems are designed only to allow faster downloads from K56flex or V.90 compliant digital sources. Maximum achievable download transmission rates are currently unknown, may not reach 56 Kbps, and will vary with line conditions. 5 Home Phoneline Networking and Ethernet Port cannot be used simultaneously. Additional PC must have a network adapter, sold separately. AOL is a single user system and will not allow multiple users to access simultaneously under the same account. Other Internet Service Providers may have the same restrictions. 6 Cable and DSL modem service availability and offerings vary by cable or DSL provider. 7 With activation of free trial of Compaq.NET or America Online, the free hours must be used within 30 days from initial sign-up. Internet access does not include local telephone company charges, if any, or applicable taxes. Any long distance charges incurred will be the responsibility of the customer. Please make sure your access number is local. A valid credit card is required in order to initiate the service. Other conditions apply. 8 Works with most third-party devices. 9 System tested using NSTL YMARK2000 hardware test. Non-compliant third-party software/hardware products may affect rollover results. For more details, see: http://www.compaq.com/year2000. All hardware and software specifications subject to change without notice. Compaq, Presario and the Compaq logo are registered. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. America Online is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc. Other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. ฐ 1999 Compaq Canada Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada. Doc. No. QS7597/0400E