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Compaq Presario 906US Laptop (1.33 GHz Athlon XP 1500+, 256 MB RAM, 20 GB Hard Drive)
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Binding: Personal Computers
Brand: Compaq
Computer Hardware Type: Notebook Computer
CPU Manufacturer: AMD
CPU Speed: 1.33 GHz
CPU Type: AMD Athlon XP
Graphics Description: ATI Radeon IGP
Graphics Memory Size: 16 MB
Hard Disk Size: 20 GB
Included Software: Microsoft Works 6.0,Microsoft Money 2001,InterVideo WinDVD,Norton Antivirus 2002
Keyboard Description: Over-sized keys
Label: Compaq
Manufacturer: Compaq
Model: 906US
Modem Description: 56 Kbps
MPN: 470047-897
Native Resolution: 1024-by-768
Network Interface Description: 10-/100-Mbps Ethernet
Platform: Windows XP Home Edition
Processor Count: 1
Publisher: Compaq
Secondary Cache Size: 256 KB
Studio: Compaq
System Memory Size: 256 MB
System Memory Type: DDR DRAM
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Editorial Review:
The Compaq Presario 906US notebook is a surprisingly solid mobile computing solution at an exceptionally affordable price. For cost-conscious users who don't intend to run the absolute latest 3-D games or animated 3-D drawing packages, the Presario 906US is a capable option.
At 1.5 by 12.8 by 10.6 inches, the unit is not particularly space efficient. It is, however, quite lightweight at just 6.5 pounds. Compaq has fitted the Presario 906US with a Mobile AMD Athlon XP 1500+ processor, 256 MB of DDR SDRAM (upgradable to one full GB), and a 16 MB ATI Radeon integrated graphics processor. This setup should provide more than enough power for standard notebook and multimedia tasks, apart from high-end 3-D animation applications and games.
In fact, the low-cost Presario 906US is a very competent multimedia performer. Compaq has fitted the system with an internal CD-RW/DVD drive to burn and listen to music and play movies, a 14.1-inch XGA TFT display capable of 1,024 x 768 resolution, and a state-of-the-art JBL Pro Performance speaker array with bass reflex enhancement. A 20 GB 4,200 RPM hard disk is ready to handle your important files and programs.
The Presario 906US features a variety of ports to accommodate peripherals and connectivity, including two USB 1.1 jacks, an RJ-45 Ethernet port for high-speed Internet and LAN access, an integrated low-speed modem, headphones/speaker-out and headphones-in, and an S-Video TV-out. The unit does not sport an IEEE 1394 connection for high-speed camcorder downloading. Controls include a full-size 88-key keyboard, a scrolling touch pad for easy Web surfing, and external audio volume and mute controls.
Compaq has preloaded a range of software to help make your computing easier, including Microsoft's Windows XP Home Edition, Works 6.0, and Money 2001, and Norton AntiVirus 2002.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Just wanted a laptop
I purchased this laptop just a few weeks ago. I'm not very computer literate. I have an old desktop but after moving to a new house I wanted something simple I could work with without the cords and cords and cords. I love to go online for recipes and travel information, etc. I love sending e-mails.I occasionally may use word processing. My whole point is, I didn't want the most hi-tech thing on the market because I couldn't afford it but I didn't want to ever go to a site and it say I didn't ... Read More
Rating:  - Really happy purchase.
Running winDVD (U2 elevation tour), plus Live internet television feed at 99Kbit/sec on the side. displays flawlessly so I added yahoo messenger web cam and it's still going strong at 93% cpu usage according to task manager.
Yippy! love this thing.
Rating:  - Low price but it not the best value
The Compaq Presario 906US can't quite compare to the HP xt125 (same price) or the Toshiba Satellite 1415-S105 (cost just about 10% more).
Let's compare these three models to see how they stack up:
Compaq Presario 906US
CPU: 1.33 GHz Athlon XP Model "1500+" (I don't like this model number game AMD is playing).
RAM: 256MB DDR RAM - Good
20GB hard drive - Good enough
Graphics Card: ATI Radeon IGP 16MB Video ram - Out of date
Display Diagonal Size: 14.1 inches - Fine
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Rating: - Make sure you buy an extented warranty
The computer is a great deal after rebates-just remember you get what you pay for. Compaq's customer service does not know who their authorized repair centers are (I called their number listed on an email response which was not toll free, but they do have a toll free #)and they want you to mail it in to them for repair.
My computer is 2 months old and the USB ports are so loose that I lose my internet connection and abilty to use my A drive. Otherwise it operates well. If you need USB ports that work ... Read More
Rating:  - Eh, its ok...
Giving it 3 is alittle bit of a gift... I am a complete tech geek and like this laptop because its affordable,and it can do all the basic things i can throw at it. I mostly use this computer for internet and mp3 management. Point is, buy this computer if you dont use a laptop for much or want a simple affordable laptop to just layback and skim through your fave website or jam to some tunes. And thats why tech tv gives this a 3... out of 5. lol
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