Description:
One of the most trusted names in electronics, Sony is into computers in a very big way. Its lineup consists of a broad range of desktop systems, each geared to slightly different needs and budgets. With the Vaio PCV-RX860 desktop, Sony offers near-cutting-edge performance at a slightly more affordable price than its top-of-the-line models. Built to suit all but the most demanding computer users, the Vaio PCV-RX860 features a fast 2.4 GHz Pentium 4 processor, 512 MB of PC-2100 DDR RAM (upgradable to 1.5 GB!), and a speedy 533 MHz front-side bus. In plain English, this capable computer will make quick work of virtually any task except for the most intensive 3-D games. Hard-core gamers should look at either upgrading the system’s graphics processor or purchasing a more appropriate Vaio, such as the PCV-RZ16G. The Vaio PCV-RX860 offers a variety of data storage, backup, and transfer options. Apart from its large 80 GB hard drive and 3.5-inch floppy disk drive, the unit features a handy DVD-RW/CD-R drive for recording and playing music CDs, archiving files, burning home movies onto digital video media, and enjoying the latest Hollywood blockbusters. To make all these operations even easier, Sony has included a PS2 wheel mouse and a Vaio Smart keyboard, the latter of which incorporates numerous convenient multimedia and Internet hotkeys. The system bristles with connectivity options, including six high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug-and-play peripherals such as joysticks and external CD burners, an IEEE 1394 interface for out-board devices such as DV camcorders, a proprietary Memory Stick Media Slot, a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interface, and an integrated V.90 modem. Sony has not included a viewing screen, allowing users to make their own selection from the numerous traditional and ultrathin LCD models on the market.
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