Dell Inspiron 8600 (8600sap) PC Notebook

The Inspiron 8600 improves upon Dells award winning 15.4" wide-screen Inspiron 8500. The new Inspiron 8600 incorporates Intel® Centrino® Mobile Technology to provide wireless connectivity anywhere wireless access is available and improved battery performance versus its predecessor. The Inspiron 8600s Wide Aspect Display (up to 1920 x 1200 pixels) provides a wonderful panoramic view for side-by-side document viewing or DVD movie watching in the cinematic 16:10 aspect ratio. Experience Nvidias latest graphic imaging with its new 128MB GeForce FX Go5650 4X AGP graphics card option. Finally, the Inspiron 8600 is equipped for all of your home digital needs with the DVD+RW drive option for easy DVD burning. With a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc, you can store up to seven times the capacity of a standard CD! Minimize

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Manufacturer: Dell

Product MPN
MPN	8600sap
Key Features
Laptop Type	Mid-Size Laptop
Use	Home Use
Processor	Pentium M 1.4 GHz
Installed Memory	512 MB (DDR SDRAM)
Hard Drive	40 GB Ultra ATA 100
Display	15.4 in. WXGA TFT Active Matrix
Operating System	Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Processor
Processor Manufacturer	Intel
Processor Type	Pentium M
Processor Speed	1.4 GHz
Motherboard
Chipset	Intel 855PM
Bus Speed	400 MHz
Memory
Installed RAM	512 MB
RAM Technology	DDR SDRAM
Max Supported RAM	2 GB
RAM Speed	333 MHz
Installed Cache Memory	1024 KB
Hard Drive
Hard Drive Capacity	40 GB
Storage Controller Type	Ultra ATA 100
CD / DVD
CD / DVD Type	CD-RW/DVD-ROM
Optical Drive Read Speed	24x (CD)
Optical Drive Write Speed	24x (CD)
Optical Drive ReWrite Speed	10x (CD-RW)
Display
Display Tech	WXGA TFT Active Matrix
Screen Size	15.4 in.
Display Max. Resolution	1280 x 800
Video
Graphic Processor	ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9000
Installed Video Memory	32 MB
External Video Resolution	1600 x 1200
Audio
Audio Output Type	Sound card
Audio Input Type	Microphone
Operating System
Operating System	Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Platform	PC
Technical Features
Expandability	1 x Type I/II PC Card Slot
Expansion Ports	2 x USB 2.0, 1 x IEEE 1394a (FireWire), VGA out, S-Video out
Input Method	Keyboard
Networking
Networking Type	Integrated 10/100 Network Card • Integrated Wireless LAN
Data Link Protocol	Ethernet • Fast Ethernet • IEEE 802.11b
Modem
Modem Type	Modem
Analog Modulation Protocol	ITU V.92
Battery
Battery Run Time	4.5 Hours
Battery Technology	Lithium ion
Dimensions
Width	14.1 in.
Depth	10.8 in.
Height	1.5 in.
Weight	6.9 lb.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Release Date	28 August, 2003
Family Line	Dell Inspiron

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By: tholstar
Mar 17, 2004

Fantastic Laptop

Author's Rating:

Pros: Good, solid hardware with nice design.

Cons: Good after-purchase support from Dell is a thing of the past.

Bottom Line:
Money well spent. Read More

By: sewatkins
Mar 6, 2004

Thoroughly recommended

Author's Rating:

Pros: Widescreen, DVD+RW

Cons: Communication of display setting options poor

Bottom Line:
For anyone who works on multiple documents the widescreen is the way to go. Read More

By: phatblat
Apr 23, 2004

8600 is an Awesome desktop replacement!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Ultra power and awesome screen for the lowest price I could find

Cons: A bit weighty, hard to fit in a backpack. It's a portable DESK-top.

Bottom Line:
A good laptop for those seeking power on a budget. The big, bright screen is awesome. Read More

By: toddionyc
May 6, 2004

Great desktop replacement for multimedia usage

Author's Rating:

Pros: wide screen, fast processor, battery life, ergonomics, design, keyboard size, USB2.0 and Firewire ports.

Cons: weight and length is sometimes inconvenient for carrying in a pack.

Bottom Line:
Would definitely, highly recommend this product, and Dell generally. Not the cheapest, but strong durable machines and great customer service. Read More

By: jsshattuck
Dec 22, 2003

Dell 8600 - My Favorite laptop so far.

Author's Rating:

Pros: 15.4wa screen, Centrino chipset, excellent power/value

Cons: Nothing to really call a con.

Bottom Line:
A loveable notebook that will exceed your desktop and replace all of it's misgivings. Read More

By: justbeurself
Mar 19, 2004

best laptop for less price

Author's Rating:

Pros: beautiful screen, fast processor,wireless technology, light weight, 3 hrs battery life.

Cons: none(if i do i will let you know)

Bottom Line:
Go for it and it would be one of the best things you have done this year. Read More

By: dave74
Jan 8, 2004

My Inspiron 8600 - I Like it... I Like It alot!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Price, Performance, Screen, Video, DVD+RW, Memory, Battery, Looks. ALL EXCELLENT!

Cons: TrackStick Buttons... Not good, not good at all. Don't halt your purchase though (See Pros).

Bottom Line:
I am sat in my livingroom writing this review, and then I'm going to spend some quality time gaming. I'll take it to work tomorrow. Buy one! Why? Why not? Read More

By: poohead101
May 2, 2004