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Dell Latitude D420

Dell Latitude D420

Full specifications for Dell Latitude D420

Manufacturer: Dell, Inc.
Part number: BLCWG1S_6

General

  • Platform Technology
  • Intel Centrino Duo
  • System Type
  • Notebook
  • Built-in Devices
  • Speaker, Wireless LAN antenna
  • Width
  • 11.6 in
  • Depth
  • 8.3 in
  • Height
  • 1 in
  • Weight
  • 3.1 lbs
  • Notebook type
  • Ultraportable (Under 4 lbs.)
  • Screen type
  • Wide-screen
  • Wireless capabilities
  • 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g

Processor

  • Processor
  • Intel Core Duo U2500 / 1.20 GHz
  • Multi-Core processor technology
  • Dual-Core
  • Core voltage technology
  • Ultra Low Voltage (ULV)
  • Data bus speed
  • 533 MHz
  • Processor features
  • Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Power-optimized processor system bus
  • Chipset type
  • Mobile Intel 945GM Express

Cache Memory

  • Type
  • L2 cache
  • Cache size
  • 2 MB

RAM

  • Installed Size
  • 2 GB / 1.5 GB (max)
  • Technology
  • DDR II SDRAM - 533 MHz
  • RAM configuration features
  • 1 x 512 MB + 512 MB (soldered)

Environmental Parameters

  • Min Operating Temperature
  • 32 °F
  • Max Operating Temperature
  • 95 °F
  • Humidity Range Operating
  • 10 - 90%
  • Vibration Tolerance
  • 0.66 g @ RMS (random) (operating) / 1.3 g @ RMS (random) (non-operating)

Storage Controller

  • Storage controller type
  • IDE

Storage

  • Floppy Drive
  • None
  • Hard Drive
  • 80 GB - 4200 rpm
  • Storage Removable
  • None
  • Hard drive type
  • Portable

Optical Storage

  • Type
  • CD-RW / DVD-ROM
  • CD / DVD read speed
  • 8x

Optical Storage (2nd)

  • 2nd optical storage type
  • None

Card Reader

  • Card reader type
  • Card reader
  • Supported flash memory cards
  • SD Memory Card

Display

  • Display Type
  • 12.1 in TFT active matrix
  • Max Resolution
  • 1280 x 800 ( WXGA )
  • Widescreen Display
  • Yes
  • Features
  • UltraSharp display

Video

  • Graphics Processor / Vendor
  • Intel GMA 900
  • Video Memory
  • Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0
  • Max Allocated RAM Size
  • 224 MB

Audio

  • Audio output type
  • Sound card
  • Audio codec
  • STAC9200
  • Audio output compliant standards
  • AC '97
  • Audio Output Features
  • High Definition Audio
  • Audio Input
  • Microphone

Input Device(s)

  • Input device type
  • Keyboard, Touchpad, Track stick

Telecom

  • Modem
  • Fax / modem
  • Max transfer rate
  • 56 Kbps
  • Protocols & Specifications
  • ITU V.92

Networking

  • Networking
  • Network adapter
  • Networking / Wireless LAN Supported
  • Yes
  • Wireless NIC
  • Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG
  • Data link protocol
  • Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
  • Networking standards
  • IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

Expansion / Connectivity

  • Expansion Slots Total (Free)
  • 1 ( 0 ) x Memory, 1 ( 1 ) x PC Card - Type I/II, 1 ( 1 ) x Smart Card, 1 ( 1 ) x SD Memory Card
  • Interfaces
  • 2 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Modem - Phone line - RJ-11, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45, 1 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 1 x Infrared - IrDA, 1 x Docking / port replicator, 1 x Audio - Line-out/headphones - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 4 pin FireWire, 1 x PoweredUSB 2.0, 1 x Display / video - 24 pin digital DVI

Miscellaneous

  • Features
  • System password, Hard drive password, Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)

Power

  • Power device form factor
  • External
  • Voltage Required
  • AC 120/230 V
  • Power provided
  • 65 Watt

Battery

  • Technology
  • 6-cell Lithium ion
  • Installed Qty
  • 1
  • Battery capacity
  • 42 Wh
  • Mfr estimated battery life
  • 4.6 hour(s)

Operating System / Software

  • OS Provided
  • Windows XP Home
  • Software
  • Cyberlink PowerDVD, Drivers & Utilities

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Service & Support
  • 3 years warranty
  • Service & Support Details
  • Limited warranty - 3 years

Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics'

  • Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (June 2008)
  • 4.5
  • Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008)
  • 7.3

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Reviewed by: Dan Ackerman

Reviewed: 9/15/06
Release date: 8/17/06
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