Sunday, March 27, 2011

Gateway FX6850-51u Gaming Desktop (Black)

Gateway FX685051u
Gateway FX6850-51u Gaming Desktop (Black)
by Gateway
Date first available at Amazon.com: March 15, 2011

Buy new: $999.99

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Review & Description

Gateway FX6850-51u Gaming Desktop comes with these specs: 2nd Generation Intel Core i7-2600 Processor 3.4GHz with Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology up to 3.8GHz, Windows 7 Home Premium, Intel H67 Express Chipset, 8GB DDR3 Memory, NVIDIA GeForce GT440 Graphics Card with 1.5GB of Discrete Video Memory, 1TB SATA Hard Drive (Green Product - variable RPM), 16X DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Drive, Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader, High-Definition Audio Support with 5.1-channel Audio Support, 10 - USB 2.0, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet port, USB Keyboard and Mouse, 43.0 lbs. 19.5 kg (system unit only), 1 Year Parts and Labor Limited Warranty with Toll-Free Tech Support, Registration/ Limited Warranty Card, Microsoft Office Starter 2010, Norton Internet Security Trial.

Propel deep into game play and high-definition video with the racing car-like design of the Gateway FX6850-51u desktop PC powered by a second-generation Intel Core i7 Processor, which utilizes multicore and multithreading technology to distribute power when and where you need it most. The 8 GB of DDR3 RAM delivers incredible system speed to handle demanding graphics rendering, while the NVIDIA GeForce GT440 graphics (with 1.5 GB of dedicated video memory) lets you experience the newest DirectX 11 games at mind blowing frame rates with lightning fast video and jaw dropping effects in extreme HD resolutions.

Gateway FX6850 desktop
Daring and distinctive, this FX system's design boasts the streamlined looks of an injection-fueled race car.

It's powered by a second-generation Intel Core i7 quad-core processor ("Sandy Bridge"), which provides breakthrough digital media management, content creation, and 3D gaming capabilities. With updated Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, the latest Core i7 increases speed automatically for whatever you're doing. And you'll enjoy a rich set of new features for a stunning and seamless visual PC experience with no additional hardware.

Daring and distinctive, this FX system's design boasts the streamlined looks of an injection-fueled race car. Accentuating its high-performance appeal is a black glossy case with red accents and lighting effects.

Store your entire multimedia library and backup your important documents on the large-and-in-charge 1 terabyte (TB) Green Product hard drive. By using variable RPM, this eco-friendly drive consumes less energy while staying cool and quiet. This FX system also includes tool-less expansion bays that provide additional storage for growth and backup. Easy to use front and side ports, Digital Media Card Reader slots, and function keys bring added convenience and make things hassle free.

Gateway FX desktop
Expansion bays.

A storage deck on top of the PC makes it easy for your to place cameras, phones and other digital devices when downloading files and also provides 2 additional USB ports for quick connections. An integrated rear compartment provides the user with an area to store and hide excess wires, cleaning your space.

It's pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version). You'll also experience new ways to deliver your best work with Office Starter 2010.

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Storage deck on top makes it easy for you to place cameras, phones, and other digital devices when downloading files.

Key Features

  • 3.4 GHz Intel Core i7-2630QM "Sandy Bridge" quad-core processor for smart performance with a speed boost (3.8 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 6 MB L3 cache). Intel's Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload--providing more performance when you need it the most. And Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology enables each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking. It also comes equipped with Intel Quick Sync Video, which provides accelerated encoding, decoding, and transcoding features (for converting video for portable players or online sharing).
  • Energy-saving 1 TB SATA hard drive revolves at a variable RPM--meaning full speed when you need it, plus eco-friendly energy conservation.
  • 8 GB DDR3 RAM (1333 MHz; 4 slots total)
  • NVIDIA GeForce GT440 graphics with 1.5 GB of discrete video memory delivers an excellent high-definition video experience with stunning images and smooth playback. It boasts the latest industry-leading technologies including performance-boosting SLI and incredibly realistic NVIDIA PhysX in-game effects. With more than 2x the geometry processing power over competing GPUs, you can dial-up the DirectX 11 game realism with incredibly detailed characters, terrain, and game environments.
  • 16x SuperMulti DVD±R/RW drive can also write to CD, DVD-RAM, and dual-layer (DL) DVD±R discs--which can hold up to 8.5 GB of data.
  • Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) for ultra-fast connectivity to home and business networks.
  • THX TruStudio PC with Creative EAX Audio provides groundbreaking audio technologies that include TruStudio PC Surround, Crystalizer, Speaker, Dialog Plus and Smart Volume. Creative EAX Advanced HD 5.0 merges powerful, innovative sound technologies to bring true interactive 3D audio to gaming for a greater sense of realism and a genuine competitive edge.
  • High Definition Audio with 5.1-channel audio support
  • Includes multimedia keyboard and optical mouse
  • Gateway Recovery Management enables you to create a default backup disk and an application and driver backup disk, restore the system to factory default, reinstall apps and drivers, manage password settings, recover from the hard drive, and recover from your factory recovery disk.
  • Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
  • Preloaded with the Microsoft Office Starter 2010 2010 free software offering with selected functionality of Word and Excel for your text and spreadsheet tasks. Plus, if you decide you want the full suite, just purchase a product key to activate an ad-free version that also includes the latest Outlook, PowerPoint, and Publisher programs.
  • Dimensions: 7.09 x 15.82 x 14.92 inches (WxDxH)
  • Warranty: 1 year parts and labor with toll-free technical support

Ports and Connectivity

  • 10 USB 2.0 ports (4 in front, 6 in rear)
  • HDMI high-definition audio/video output allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video to your digital TV or LCD.
  • Additional video outputs: DVI, Display Port
  • Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
  • Multi-in-One digital media card reader compatible with CompactFlash (Type I and II), CF+ Microdrive, MultiMediaCard (MMC), HC MMCplus, HC MMCmobile, MMCplus, MMCmobile, Reduced-Size MultiMediaCard (RS-MC), Secure Digital (SD) Card, miniSDHC Card, miniSD Card, microSD Card, SmartMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo
  • Available expansion slots: 2 PCI-E x1

What's in the Box

This package contains the Gateway FX6850-51u desktop PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions

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