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Fusing a high-spec PC with a full-function TV-tuner, the 17" widescreen Aspire 9500 is both a serious mobile business tool and entertainment center. With top-grade ATI graphics, an Intel® Centrino™ Express chipset, a complete complement of other cutting-edge components, and a comprehensive multimedia software suite, the Aspire 9500 is all you need for unparalleled multimedia enjoyment after a hard day's work.

 
Unparalleled Performance
A multimedia marvel
Cutting-edge communications
Uncomplicated usability
   
Unparalleled Performance

Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition or

Genuine Windows® XP Professional
Windows Vista® Capable1,2
Windows Vista® Premium Ready 3
  Intel® Centrino mobile technology Pentium® M processors (2 MB L2 cache, 1.60/1.73/1.86/2/2.13 GHz, 533 MHz FSB) or a Celeron M (1 MB L2 cache, 1.50 GHz, 400 MHz FSB) promise uncompromising performance
PCI Express™ architecture in tandem with DDR2 533/400 memory speed up multi-tasking operations and give faster access to data from external devices
Up to 100 GB of hard disk space and 2 GB of expandable memory deliver the storage and performance standards you expect
A multimedia marvel

An optional integrated digital/analog TV-tuner complete with DVB-T digital antenna and full-size remote control means you can turn your PC into a fully functional TV at anytime - and enjoy a break from work

A luxurious 17" WXGA widescreen CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD ensures excellent picture quality and unbeatable image clarity
Compatibility with S/PDIF and MS Sound, in tandem with 2.1-channel speakers, built-in stereo microphones, and a Subwoofer bless the Aspire 9500 with awe-inspiring digital audio performance
Optional ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON® X700 graphics deliver stellar performance for whatever you may be working on, playing or watching
Acer Arcade or Windows Media Center editions empower the Aspire 9500 to new heights in entertainment value: watch movies, view and edit pictures, listen to music, and much more!
A choice of slot-load DVD-Dual double-layer or DVD/CD-RW combo optical drive covers all your multimedia requirements
Cutting-edge communications

 An Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ network solution supporting Acer SignalUp™ technology provides great wireless performance

An optional handy rechargeable Bluetooth® VoIP phone combined with custom noise and echo-reducing software settings equip you with everything needed to enter the world of Internet telephony
Gigabit Ethernet delivers data at a staggering 1000 Mbps - up to 10x faster than conventional Ethernet networks
Integrated Bluetooth® and Fast Infrared (FIR) technology give you even more convenient avenues for wire-free data transmission
Uncomplicated usability

Acer GridVista™ allows for major-league multi-tasking; with its 1-2-3 setup you can quickly divide two displays into eight convenient work windows

Acer Empowering Technology offers a convenient interface from which to control your system settings and functions
A multitude of I/O ports, including five USB 2.0, a 5-in-1 card reader, ExpressCard™ , PC Card and IEEE 1394 make it easy to connect to an extensive array of peripherals
DVI-D, VGA and S-video ports let you connect to an assortment of external display devices, for impressive big-screen presentations
 
1 Not all Windows Vista® features are available for use on all Windows Vista® Capable PCs. All Windows Vista® Capable PCs run the core experiences of Windows Vista® , such as innovations in organizing and finding information, security, and reliability. Some features available in premium editions of Windows Vista® -- like the new Windows® Aero™ user interface -- require advanced or additional hardware. Check www.windowsvista.com/getready for details.
2 These models are Windows Vista® Capable but are not currently included in the Acer Express Upgrade to Windows Vista® program. Acer will post the updated BIOS, drivers, utilities, and application programs for these models on the Acer Service Website in early March.
3 System specifications may vary depending on configurations. Minimum system requirements: 1 GB of system memory (RAM), 128 MB of video RAM (or shared system memory), DVD-ROM drive for Windows Vista® Premium Ready; or 512 MB of RAM for Windows Vista® Capable. Get ready for Microsoft Windows Vista® with Acer systems. To learn more, visit global.acer.com/support/win_vista.htm.