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NOTEBOOK REVIEW
Processor
Intel
Pentium M 750
1.86 GHz
Motherboard
Intel 915PM
533 MHz
Memory
512 MB
2
2 GB
DDR2 SDRAM
Interfaces & networking
1
S-Video
1
1
1
4
yes
1
Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG
Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet
Agere Systems AC'97 Modem
Expansion slots
1 x Type II
1 x ExpressCard/34/54
yes
SD/MMC
Hard drive storage
SATA
60 GB
5400 rpm
Serial ATA
Optical storage
CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo
24x CD / 8x DVD
24x CD
24x CD
Video
ATI Mobility Radeon 600
64 MB
Display
colour TFT
15.1 in
1024x768 pixels
Input
two-button touchpad with scroll button, pointing stick
85 keys
Cabinet (chassis)
33.3x3.5x28.5 cm
2.9 kg
OS & software
Windows XP Professional
ManageIT suite, DeskView 5.x manageability suite, DeskView 10.x client management solution
Audio
Realtek AC'97 Audio
yes
stereo
microphone, SPDIF/headphone
Service & support
3 years
Miscellaneous
Smartcard plus caddy (£40)
Overview
Fujitsu Siemens LifeBook E8020
Editors rating
7.6
Verdict
Although its design is distinctly uninspiring, the LifeBook E8020 is an excellent performer with a good set of features. This is a solid sub-3kg desktop replacement system that can, at a pinch, be taken on your travels.
Typical price
£ 1240