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Dell Inspiron Zino HD
$300.00
Released November, 2009
The Pros:Compact size, lightweight. HDMI output. Can be configured to include dual core processors.
The Cons:No Linux options (originally Ubuntu was listed as an option). Basic configuration comes with Vista. Basic configuration does not come with WiFi standard.
The Dell Inspiron Zino HD is a full-fledged multimedia compact desktop available in 10 optional interchangeable colors and designs. It features the Windows 7 operating system, a single- or dual-core AMD Athlon processor, 3GB of RAM (up to 8GB), and a choice of storage from 160GB up to 1TB.
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At its base, it is not especially impressive; but the wide array of upgrade options is what sets it over the top. Included is a 2.1-channel HD sound blaster, as well as an optional Ati Radeon HD discrete graphics card, 802.11b/g or 80211b/g/n WiFi, and either a DVD or BD drive. With its Gigabit port, it can easily function (especially if high storage is chosen) as the central hub to a high-powered at-home network.
Features
- Multimedia Compact Desktop
- 10 Interchangeable Colors/Designs
- Windows 7 Operating System
- AMD Athlon (Single/Dual Core)
- Up to 8GB RAM
- Up to 1TB SATA HDD
- 2.1-Channel HD Sound Blaster
- Ati Radeon HD Discrete Graphics
- Draft N Wireless Connectivity
- Gigabit LAN Connectivity
- HDMI Output
Specifications
- Processors: Athlon Neo X2 6850e, X2 3250e, 2850e, 2650e
- OS: Genuine Windows 7/Vista; Ubunta Linux 9.04
- Memory: Up to 8GB 800MHz DDR2 SODIMM
- HDD: 160GB/250GB/320GB/500GB/750GB/1TB; SATA II 7200rpm
- Optical: 8x DVD-R/W; DVDRW/BD-ROM
- Graphics: ATI Mobility HD 3200; HD 4330
- Sound Card: Conexant CS20561 2.1-Channel
- Communications: 10/100/1000; 802.11b/g or 802.11a/b/g/n
Interface Connections
- Two USB 2.0 connectors
- One headphone connector
- One 4-in-1 memory card reader
- One microphOne connector
- One line-out connector
- One VGA connector
- One RJ45 connector (10/100/1000)
- Two USB 2.0-compliant connectors
- Two eSATA connectors
- One HDMI connector
Color Options
- Piano Black colour
- True Blue colour
- Spring Green colour
- Tangerine Orange colour
- Flamingo Pink colour
- Plum Purple colour
- Formula Red colour
- Horizonte del Infinito in Blue by Derek Welch
- Green Scatter
- Red Swirl
User Reviews (6)
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compact size, lightweight
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can be configured to include dual core processors
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dual eSATA ports for high speed external storage
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configurable with many options directly from the manufacturer
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AMD processors - a refreshing alternative to Atom
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extremely low starting price point ($229)
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includes optical drive (on all models)
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configurable with higher end components such as a Blu-ray drive or discrete graphics card
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ample memory and drive space (even on the cheapest configurations)
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Integrated ATI HD 3200 graphics is vastly superior to the Intel GMA 950 found in comparable Intel-based options
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no Linux options (originally Ubuntu was listed as an option)
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basic configuration comes with Vista
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basic configuration does not come with WiFi standard
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no remote control like that found on the Mac Mini - difficult to use as an HTPC
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Noisy (constant whiring noise)
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Often has buzzing noise at end of video or DVD
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basic configuration single core only
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Does not come with wireless keyboard or mouse.
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