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Brand: Gateway
Category: Personal Computer

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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars

7 reviews
Sales Rank: 2276

Color: Black
Media: Personal Computers
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 3.2
CPU Type: Intel Core i5
Processors: 1
System Memory: 8
Memory Type: SDRAM
Hard Drive Size: 1
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Graphics RAM: 1
Modem: None
Free Memory Slots: 4
Firewire Ports: 1
USB Ports: 8
Shipping Weight (lbs): 25
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 16.3 x 16
Warranty: 1 year warranty

MPN: PT.GAJ02.011
Model: DX4831-03
UPC: 099802691424
EAN: 0099802691424
ASIN: B0032UXXZ4

Features:

•	3.2GHz Intel Core i5-650 Processor with Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.46GHz
•	8GB DDR3 Memory
•	1TB SATA Hard Drive (Green Product - variable RPM); Blu-ray Disc 4X BD-ROM / DVD-SuperMulti Drive and 16X DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Drive
•	NVIDIA GeForce GT220 Graphics Card; High-Definition Audio Support with 7.1-channel Audio Support
•	Windows 7 Home Premium

Accessories:

Adobe Photoshop Elements 8

Norton 360 4.0 1 User (3 PC)

Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 3-User

Microsoft Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade [Home Premium to Professional]

Gateway DX4831: Multimedia Powerhouse

Unleash powerful multimedia at home with the Gateway DX4831-03 desktop PC, which offers the accelerated performance of the latest dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, NVIDIA GeForce GT 220 discrete graphics card, and a Blu-ray Disc drive. In addition to watching Blu-ray Disc movies in crystal-clear resolution, you can also create your own DVDs and CDs with the separate Super-Multi drive. Enjoy the next generation of video playback with the HDMI output, which allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video and audio to your digital TV or capable external monitor.

The sleek, streamlined and stylish mini-tower DX4831, encased in a luxe black, is designed for power and productivity. A myriad of front-accessible ports make it easy to connect, including the Digital Media Card Reader for convenient connection and downloads from your digital devices. And with a touch of a button, you can turn your monitor into a media slideshow of your favorite photos with the unique photo frame button.

The Gateway DX4831 desktop PC.

The handy digital device holder, recessed into the top of the PC, provides a convenient place to rest your camera, MP3 player, camcorder or more while downloading media.

Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to.

Key Features

3.2 GHz Intel Core i5-650 dual-core processor for smart performance with a speed boost (3.46 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 4 MB L3 cache). Intel's Turbo Boost technology maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload--providing more performance when you need it the most. It also comes equipped with Intel HD Graphics--an advanced video engine that delivers smooth, high-quality HD video playback, and advanced 3D capabilities, providing an ideal graphics solution for everyday computing.
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; maximizing capacity)
NVIDIA GeForce GT 220 discrete graphics with 1 GB of dedicated video memory. The GeForce GT 220 packs 48 processing cores into a compact power efficient design delivering up to 37x the performance of integrated solutions. Convert your video and put it on your iPod in minutes instead of hours or make your DVDs look like HD.
Watch Blu-ray Disc movies in crystal clear resolution with the read-only Blu-ray drive; this desktop also includes a second dedicated 16x DVD±R/RW SuperMulti drive capable of reading/writing of CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM.
HD audio provides your system with the support it needs to handle the most cutting-edge audio content (including 7.1-channel surround sound). Plus, you'll hear more of your tunes and tones, with auditory playback coming out at a higher quality than systems without HD sound.
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
HDMI port for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable. Also includes standard analog VGA video output.
Next-generation eSATA port (combined with one of the USB ports) offers a transfer speed of 3GB/s, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. It allows easy sharing and transfer of entertainment content and digital media on external devices.
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.
Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It's the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process.
Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Enjoy a 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007.
Dimensions: 7.1 x 16.3 x 16 inches (WxDxH)
Weight: 25 pounds
Warranty: 1 year parts and labor with toll-free technical support

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This desktop provides ultra-fast Gigabit Ethernet wired networking. It includes two PCI x1 Express slots (available), one PCI x4 Express slot (available), one PCI x16 Express slot (occupied), four 3.5-inch HDD bays (three available), and two 5.25-inch ODD bays (occupied).

10 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players (4 in front, 6 in rear)
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
2 eSATA ports
Video out: HDMI, DVI and VGA
Headphone and microphone jacks; digital audio output
Surround sound speakers (5 audio ports)
2 PS/2 ports for connecting a keyboard and mouse

What's in the Box
This package contains the Gateway DX4831-03 desktop PC, power cord, mouse, keyboard, and printed documentation

It also comes with the following software: Microsoft Works (applications for word processing, spreadsheet, calendar, and e-mail); 60-day trial of Microsoft Office 2007; Norton Internet Security 2009 (60-day trial); Google Toolbar

Customer Reviews:

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Very happy with my Gateway June 15, 2010
Lee Hogan (Longs, SC, USA)
I have had my PC a little while now, and can say that I am not dissapointed.

I bought it as a media powerhouse, not to really play games - and for that it has done me good.

Windows 7 is great, a tiny bit of getting used to - but overall I really like it.

The pC is reliable, starts up quick and runs smooth.

The trial issue of norton is good - I happened to mess with it, and accidentally moved it - I just bought a new version.

Go out and get it, if you want value and good specs for your money

4 out of 5 stars

fantastic bang for the buck June 13, 2010
David (Texas)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

I bought this computer for one purpose only: faster production in Photoshop.

I am a full-time photographer who shoots and then processes my images in Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) and Photoshop.
My last computer was a quad-core 2.4 Ghz, 3GB, 32bit Vista machine, with NVidia GT9500 display card, and fast hard drives.

Here are the speed test comparison results. The main difference in speed is accomplished by the greater amount of RAM. When working on large layered TIFF or PSD files, 16GB of RAM would even be better. But for simply doing file conversions in ACR, 8GB is generally sufficient.

I tested both CS4 and CS5, and there is very little practical difference between the two.

HP m8120n (2.4Ghz QuadCore, 3GB RAM, Vista):
Retouch artists test
99 history states (practical setting): 60sec
1 history state (theoretical test only): 33 sec
Open 25MB CR2 file in Camera raw: 2 sec
Open CR2 file from ACR to Photoshop: 8-11 sec

Gateway DX4831-03:
Retouch artists test
99 history states (practical setting): 23 sec
1 history state (theoretical test only): 23 sec
Open 25MB CR2 file in Camera raw: 1 sec
Open CR2 file from ACR to Photoshop: 3-4 sec

The DX4831-03 is also much better with Adobe Bridge, and almost all of the improvements are probably attributable to the increased RAM (8GB vs my old 3GB). This machine would be even better suited to Photoshop and Bridge if it had 16GB of RAM. The motherboard on the Gateway DX4831-03 has 4 RAM slots, so the RAM could be increased to 16GB. But it is presently populated with 4 2GB sticks, so that would mean throwing them away (or selling them if possible) and replacing them with 4 4GB sticks which are running about $150 each these days. So that would be a $600 upgrade on an $850 machine! Hopefully the 4GB sticks will come down in price soon.

Generally for the work I do, I guess the DX4831-03 feels about twice as fast as my old machine (2.4ghz QuadCore 3GB), and also smoother with fewer fits and starts.

The processor is noticeably faster, the display card is faster, and the 8GB RAM makes a huge difference.
The hard drive that comes in it is the slow WD "green" drive, but it is plenty fast for storage and I'll put my 1TB WD black drive or a SSS (Solid State Storage) unit in for my OS.

Also the CF card reader is twice as fast with my slow 16GB (Transcend 133x) card. 30+MB/sec. Gateway vs HP 15+MB/sec

The case is reasonable but not great. It has a 3.5" drive cage that faces the proper direction (toward the removable side panel) but only holds 2 drives.
It has nicely situated ports on the front and top of the machine where they are easily reachable.
It has 2 eSATA ports which are ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL for connecting external drives. It would have been nice if this unit had USB 3.0 ports, but alas, not yet. I'll have to add them later.
It also has a 1394 (firewire) port.

Also, it runs fairly quietly - barely audible and not at all annoying.

One significant complaint: it comes with WIRED (!?!?!!!???) mouse and keyboard. And the keyboard is one of those horrible, awuful $2 chicklet type keyboards!!! Shame on you Gateway. This is not a toy, it is a workplace tool. Good wireless keyboards and mice are so ubiquitous and inexpensive that there is NO excuse for not including those two essential interface devices.

A properly configured i7 980x system with 16GB RAM would be enough faster to make a difference, but at $2500-$3000, how much time would it REALLY save you?

So overall, I think the Gateway DX4831-03 is a worthwhile $850, and maybe the best "bang-for-the-buck" Photoshop alternative out there. And be sure to get the -03 and not the -05. The 03 has a Blu-ray drive and a better display card, for only $50 more.

2 out of 5 stars

as yet inconclusive March 30, 2010
E. Loebl (Brooklyn, NY USA)
1 out of 20 found this review helpful

I am disappointed and indeed not very satisfied with the item; however I want todefer final judgment until I have had more time and opportunioty to become familiar with various features and operations

2 out of 5 stars

any suggestions? March 25, 2010
boris (Hon, HI)
2 out of 6 found this review helpful

hi,
i just got this computer, but the HDMI output is not being detected by the monitor. anyone got clue as to what might be wrong? i spent hours online trying to figure out what could be the problem, but no luck. i checked all the obvious i.e. hdmi cables, and monitor and nothing wrong with those. the VGA signal works, but thats it. i tried to check if there was a way to see if there was a systems check to see if it was working, but couldnt find how to do it. im not a computer guy so any suggestions would be helpful and appreciated. if not, i just have to return this machine. thanks.

5 out of 5 stars

The "new" fast March 11, 2010
Clyde R. Horn (San Jose, CA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

I've read the reviews on the iCore chips wanting a reasonably priced desktop that takes advantage of new technology. My previous desktop was adequate but slow in performance. My first issue is I didn't want to spend a lot of money since computer prices are cheap right now. In addition, computers change too quickly to justify thousands of dollar price tags. This computer runs smooth, fast and has plenty of memory. It comes with 8GB DDR3 and 1 TB HHD with gives me adequate space for my photography. The blue ray player is a plus. Finally, I matched the Gateway with a LG Flatron W2353V monitor and it is sweet. Great buy below the cost of more well-known brands.

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