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Acer AM3300-U1332 Desktop PC (Black)

Acer AM3300-U1332 Desktop PC (Black)

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Brand: Acer
Category: Personal Computer

List Price: $599.99
Buy New: $576.99
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Seller: TigerDirect
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 8 reviews
Sales Rank: 938

Color: Black
Media: Personal Computers
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium
CPU Manufacturer: AMD
CPU Speed: 2.6
CPU Type: Phenom Quad-Core
Processors: 4
System Memory: 6
Memory Type: SODIMM
Hard Drive Size: 1
Free Memory Slots: 4
Firewire Ports: 1
USB Ports: 8
Shipping Weight (lbs): 25
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 16.4 x 14.8

MPN: 2589850
Model: AM3300-U1332
UPC: 099802690946
EAN: 0099802690946
ASIN: B00336FUUI

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • AMD Phenom II X4 Quad-Core 810 Processor
  • 6GB DDR3 System Memory
  • 1TB SATA Hard Drive (Green Product - variable RPM)
  • Integrated ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics
  • Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit; Keyboard & Mouse Included

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Product Description
The Acer M3300-U1332 PT.SBT02.002 Aspire Desktop PC gives you the performance of the AMD Phenom II X4 810 2.6GHz processor, 6GB of DDR3 memory and the ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics processor. It's loaded with the Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit operating system, 1TB hard drive and Super-Multi DVD+-RW drive. Get the Acer M3300-U1332 PT.SBT02.002 Aspire Desktop PC and get ready to be amazed!

Amazon.com Product Description

Acer Aspire M3300 Desktop: Multimedia Powerhouse

The Acer Aspire M3300 desktop PC (model AM3300-U1332) breaks through processing speed limits with the powerhouse AMD Phenom II X4 quad-core processor, 6 GB of ultra-fast DDR3 RAM and ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics. You'll enjoy stunning digital media, immersive 3D gaming, and advanced multitasking while running demanding applications.

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. And the integrated Dolby Home Theater suite of audio enhancements deliver the best possible listening experience with vivid surround sound for music, movies and games. Watch movies and burn DVDs and CDs of your favorite music, digital photos and home video with the SuperMulti optical drive.

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



With a massive 1 TB of hard drive space and plenty of media extras, its easy to create intense content, do some serious multitasking and get creative with your digital media like never before.
  • 2.6 GHz AMD Phenom II X4 810 quad-core processor (with 6 MB shared L3 cache) enables true multi-core solutions for a new dimension in performance that delivers an exquisitely powerful, intensely visual and strikingly efficient computing experience.
  • Energy-saving 1 TB SATA hard drive revolves at a variable RPM--meaning full speed when you need it, plus eco-friendly energy conservation.
  • 6 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (1066 MHz; expandable to 8 GB)
  • ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics is equipped with 40 stream processors and an advanced 3D engine to provide support for hybrid graphics when paired with this system's Windows operating system.
  • 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.
  • Third-generation Dolby Home Theater audio enhancement technologies transforms the experience of movies, music, and games. Includes Dolby Digital Live, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Headphone, Dolby Natural Bass, and Dolby Sound Space enhancer technologies.
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • Multi-in-One digital media card reader compatible with CompactFlash (Type I and II), CF+ Microdrive, MultiMediaCard (MMC), MMCmobile, Reduced-Size MultiMediaCard (RS-MMC), Secure Digital (SD) Card, miniSD Card, xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo
  • HDMI high-definition audio/video output allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video to your digital TV or LCD. It also includes a standard VGA video output.
  • Included USB keyboard and optical mouse
  • 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 16.4 x 14.8 inches (WxDxH)
  • Weight: 25 pounds
  • Warranty: 1 year parts and labor

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

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

What's in the Box
This package contains the Acer Aspire AM3300-U1332 desktop PC, keyboard, mouse, power cord, and operating instructions

It also comes with the following software: McAfee Internet Security Suite (trial version); CyberLink PowerDVD; Google Toolbar; Acer Recovery Management; Acer GridVista; Microsoft Works; Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Trial (60 days)


Customer Reviews:
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4 out of 5 stars Nicely Priced HTPC!   August 2, 2010
Confuzed Win User (usa)
After comparing the specs of this Acer packaged desktop, I did see the value was good. There is enough space inside for someone who likes to tinker (upgrade) for extra drives and such. Comes with a 1 Terabyte drive.

The optical 7.1 surround sound out did it for me as far as a home theater PC attached to my Onyko Home Theater. Very Nice!

The power supply has just enough Ummmph to run the GForce 9400 1 Gig video card that I had laying around. It fit neatly into the free PCI Express slot on the Motherboard.

Only disappointment so far is the stated memory (6 Gig 3x2 Gig for a total of 3 used slots) indicated that there would be one slot open (free to use), 4 Slots available, the memory configuration I found after opening the box was all four slots used (2x2 Gig and 2x1 Gig).

Picky people will know its better to have the same sized memory sticks installed.

I don't like having to re-purpose memory sticks at my expense just to upgrade memory. I am glad I didn't buy the extra 2 Gig stick at ordering... but?

Overall this Acer desktop is pretty good bang for the buck...



3 out of 5 stars needs work   July 23, 2010
Owl

When I started this computer for the first time it would not boot from the installed hard drive, I had to enter setup and designate the internal drive as the boot disc.

The ATI on board video keeps changing my screen resolution and moving the icons to the left side of the screen, I updated the drivers but that did not fix the problem. Windows 7 did not have a 64x driver for my Konica Minolta page pro printer but one may be available from Minolta later this month.Did not have any other problems with this computer to date.




3 out of 5 stars Competent but provide for some additional expenses   July 12, 2010
Prakash Deshpande (Pune,India)
A very reasonably priced machine with above average specifications. However, no documentation at all. Also you will have to buy (a) wifi adapter (b) Bluetooth dongle (c) speakers and a few other items. Ridiculous card guard. You have to break the protective covers by twisting them back and forth rather than remove a screw.


5 out of 5 stars Great value.   July 4, 2010
Angela & Tyler Y.
We purchased this computer for moderate gaming and to get something that should be fast for at least a few years. This definitely fits the bill.

Pros:

--The quad core processor is fast. I often window between large programs, and this does so quickly. (Random fact: it shuts off completely in about 10 seconds.)

--It's quiet. People who hate hearing fans will love the variable RPM that allows it to run hot only when necessary.

--We were able to install our own graphics card--Sapphire Radeon HD4670 1 GB DDR3 VGA/DVI/HDMI PCI-Express Video Card 100296HDMI--without changing out the power supply. The HD4670 recommends a 350 watt power supply, but so far it works fine with the 300 watt that comes in the AM3300.

--There are connections for 4 USB, headset, and mic conveniently placed at the halfway point of the top of the computer. We're still not using these as there are also many connections at the back for components you're not moving around often.

--Not a lot of bloatware.

--There appears to be space for a 2nd optical drive for those who want to add a Blu-ray player later. I can't verify this with 100% certainty since we have not tried this ourselves.

--The price is right.

--Games are more fun. We can turn up graphics quite a bit and still have fast performance. Even with our mediocre monitor, they look 200% better.

Cons:

--Not always available from Amazon.com directly. With Amazon you know that you get the manufacturer's warranty coverage included in the price. Also, no sales tax to most states, which saved us a bit o' cash.

--The packaging it was shipped in (Acer's box) was a little odd. It was mostly protected, but one part of the computer was somewhat exposed (though still in plastic packaging).

--The 6GB of RAM is spread out in 1.5GB sticks in the 4 slots, which makes upgrading the RAM much more expensive. We were happy opting for the 1GB in the graphics card we purchased, and don't plan to upgrade the painful way.

--The little door that opens for the DVD player can come off easily in the right circumstances. We noticed this when laying the whole case flat to add the graphics card. It was easy to put back on, fortunately.

All in all, we're quite happy with it for the money. In truth, the integrated graphics card was good enough that we didn't really need to upgrade it for our uses. 4.5 stars overall.



3 out of 5 stars Acer owners, check Your Warranty Expiration Date   June 21, 2010
Kin Ng (Kirkland, WA, US)
2 out of 4 found this review helpful

I bought mine from Frys for $499, everything technical is as good as others have reviewed. I took one star away because after I registered my desktop, I noticed Acer shorted me TWO months of coverage. After much email inquiries and asking for the same purchase information; I decided to drop my request for now and worry about it when I really need warranty service. Most likely I will get one of those Squaretrade Warranty instead.
Note: Acer owner can go online and enter the serial number to check warranty coverage.


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