Dell’s new HyperConnected Latitude D620 and D820
Posted by Chris Leckness on 03/29/06 in Laptops
Dell offers two new Latitude Laptops
Being an owner of the D600 and D810, this is a really interesting release together for me. I have been very happy with both of them and they are very durable.
Today Dell announces the Latitude D820 and D620 that have all sorts of new features. To start, Dell has slimmed down these models. The D620 is the same heighth as a paperclip and the D820 is just .13" larger than the D620.
With a starting weight of 4.4 pounds1, the Latitude D620 includes an Intel Core Duo T2300 processor and a 14.1-inch wide aspect XGA display. The $1,149 base configuration includes 512MB shared2 DDR2 memory, 40GB3 SATA hard drive and 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi capability.
A base configuration for the Latitude D820 (starting weight 5.6 pounds4) is $1,289 and includes an Intel Core Duo T2300 processor with a 15.4-inch wide aspect XGA display, 512MB DDR2 shared2 memory, 40GB3 SATA hard drive and 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi capability. Advanced upgrade options for the D820 include the NVIDIA Quadro® NVS 120M business graphics solution with 512MB5, a high-resolution WUXGA display and 120GB3 hard drive.
Latitude D620 Key Features
- Full Mag-Alloy construction for years of reliable performance
- Choice of Graphics with Improved Performance
- Intel GMA 950 (Up to 224MB shared memory)
- 256MB NVidia Quadro NVS 110M with Turbocache
- Intel single core and dual core processors
- Extended battery life available with 9-cell extended battery and dual battery option through media bay
- Innovative Wi-Fi Catcher
- 14.1” WXGA (1280 x 800) and WXGA+ (1440×900) LCDs
- Intel Integrated Graphics or NVidia GeForce with 64MB
- Fully Integrated Communications (w/dual Mini Card slots) including:
- Optional mini-Card Wireless LAN (802.11n/MIMO ready)
- Optional Integrated Bluetooth 2.0
- Optional mini-Card Integrated Mobile Broadband (HSDPA, CDMA 1xEVDO)
- Optional Biometric Fingerprint Reader
- Support for up to 4GB / 667MHz Max RAM
- Typical weight of 2.28 kg (5.06 lbs)
Latitude D820 Key Features
- Full Mag-Alloy construction for years of reliable performance
- Choice of Graphics with Improved Performance
- Intel GMA 950 (Up to 224MB shared memory)
- 256MB NVidia Quadro NVS 110M
- 512MB NVidia Quadro NVS 120M
- Intel single core and dual core processors
- Innovative Wi-Fi Catcher
- Offers both a 54mm Express Card slot and a PC Card slot
- 15.4” UltraSharp WUXGA, WXGA+ and WXGA LCDs
- Optional Biometric Fingerprint Reader
- 4 USB ports and a powered USB port for D-Bay expansion
- Support for up to 4GB / 667MHz RAM
- Starting weight at 2.80 kg (6.1lbs)
- Over 5 hours of battery life
Read on for more features, images, and Press Release.
WiFi Catcher LED Scheme:
Blinking Green - Searching
Solid Yellow - Weak Signal Found ( <70dBm)
Solid Green - Strong Signal Found ( >70dBm)
Blinking Amber - No Signal
Look at all the Antennas!
Physical Security
- BIOS port disablement
- Computrace support in BIOS
- Reinforced Cable lock slot
User Identification & Data Security
- Optional biometric fingerprint reader
- TPM 1.2 & folder encryption
- Integrated Smart Card
- Pre-Boot Authentication
System Security
- Choice of security solution suites (Norton / MacAfee)
Security Management
- Dell Embassy® Trust Suite by Wave Systems manages / Enables all Security Hardware
SLIMMER, LIGHTER AND MORE POWERFUL DELL NOTEBOOKS DELIVER BETTER CONNECTIVITY, SECURITY AND DURABILITY
Next-Generation Design, Features Driven by Business Customer Requirements
ROUND ROCK, Texas, March 29, 2006 — Delivering business demands for increased computing power on the go, Dell today announced the Dell Latitude™ D620 and Latitude D820 — slimmer and lighter notebook computers featuring the power of Intel® Core™ Duo processors and the flexibility of optional wireless broadband technology.
“As mobile computing has become mission critical for businesses of any size, Dell found that customers care about durability, security and constant access to critical business information,” said Alex Gruzen, senior vice president, Dell product group. “These new Latitude systems address and exceed these customer needs in robust design, comprehensive security options, integrated mobile broadband and significant reductions from the prior generation products in weight and thickness.”
With a starting weight of 4.4 pounds1, the Latitude D620 includes an Intel Core Duo T2300 processor and a 14.1-inch wide aspect XGA display. The $1,149 base configuration includes 512MB shared2 DDR2 memory, 40GB3 SATA hard drive and 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi capability.
A base configuration for the Latitude D820 (starting weight 5.6 pounds4) is $1,289 and includes an Intel Core Duo T2300 processor with a 15.4-inch wide aspect XGA display, 512MB DDR2 shared2 memory, 40GB3 SATA hard drive and 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi capability. Advanced upgrade options for the D820 include the NVIDIA Quadro® NVS 120M business graphics solution with 512MB5, a high-resolution WUXGA display and 120GB3 hard drive.
Next-Generation Notebooks Packed with Features
In 2005, more business customers worldwide chose Dell Latitude notebook computers over any other business notebook6. The business notebook market is experiencing rapid growth as mobile users confirm the benefits of wireless Internet access, with a year-on-year increase in unit sales of 25 percent worldwide (excluding Dell) for 2005. During this period, Dell experienced almost 37 percent increase in year on year growth and achieved market share of 19 percent.
Building on this success, Dell proactively worked with customers to develop features and design enhancements.
- HyperConnect™ – enables a true “work virtually anywhere” workforce, with users staying connected and productive regardless of where their business takes them.
- Choice of wireless broadband7 connection options, with carrier choices of Cingular Wireless or Verizon Wireless (in U.S.) and Vodafone (in Europe).
- Pre-configured for 802.11n scalability, a wireless specification that can significantly increase throughput and range relative to current Wi-Fi-enabled hardware.
- Smart Security – helps IT managers provide appropriate system and network access while protecting sensitive data from illicit access.
o- Integrated new optional biometric fingerprint reader, smart card, and trusted platform module (TPM1.2) provide choice to help customers ensure authorized access to data.
- Wave Embassy Trust Suite integrated security solution allows users or enterprises to easily enable and manage any of these security technologies individually or in concert .
- Can help locate missing notebooks and delete data remotely with embedded support for Computrace theft recovery and asset tracking software.
- Product Durability – RoadReady™ quality designates a durable design and rigorous testing to help ensure systems stand up to wear and tear for the long haul.
- Full magnesium alloy construction contributes to solid fit and finish while protecting sensitive internal components.
- Sealed, spill-resistant keyboards, full-time hard drive protection with StrikeZone™, metal-reinforced security slots are included standard.
- Innovative Design – increases productivity with features based on real-life work conditions and requirements.
- New designs are thinner and lighter than previous generation.
- Wi-Fi Catcher™ helps find wireless connections without turning on or booting up, and Location Profiler makes it easy to configure settings for a variety of networks or locations.
- Increase productivity with wide-aspect displays that have 30 percent more content8 area and high-capacity batteries for all-day computing.
Available now, the D620 and D820 feature Intel Core Duo processors and are fully compatible with Latitude notebook accessories shipped since 2003 including docking stations, optical drives and power adapters. Adhering to Dell’s Design for the Environment program, both new systems meet the requirements of the European Union’s Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive.9
The new systems feature the Latitude three-year limited warranty10 with Next–Business-Day On-site Service.11
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1 Starting weight of 4.41pounds (2.0kgs) for the D620 is with a 14.1-inch WXGA display, Intel GMA 950 graphics, Dell Travel Module and four-cell battery. Weights vary depending on configurations and manufacturing variability.
2 Up to 224MB of system memory may be allocated to support graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors.
3 For hard drives, GB means 1 billion bytes; total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment.
4 Starting weight of 5.6 lbs (2.54kgs) for the D820 is with a 15.4-inch WSXGA+ display, Intel GMA 950 graphics, Dell Travel Module and six-cell battery. Weights vary depending on configurations and manufacturing variability.
5 The total of local and shared system memory used by this graphics card is up to 512MB. Local on-board memory is 256MB. Up to 256MB of system memory may be allocated to support graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors.
6 Based on IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly PC Tracker, Mar. 2006, year-over-year worldwide business portables shipments (including small office, small business medium business, large business and very large business).
7 Must be a Verizon Wireless or Cingular subscriber in the U.S., and Vodafone in Europe. Actual connectivity is subject to wireless service provider’s coverage area and may be affected by equipment, topography, signal strength, environmental considerations and other factors. Service may vary significantly within buildings. Dell does not guarantee coverage.
8 Content comparison based on LCD 14.1-inch wide-aspect pixel count of (1280 x800) and LCD 14.1-inch standard aspect pixel count of (1024 x 768).
9 Meets the requirements of the EU directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances dated Jan. 27, 2003.
10 For a copy of our guarantees or limited warranties, please write Dell USA L.P., Attn: Warranties, One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682. For more information, visit www.dell.com/warranty.
11 Service may be provided by third party. Technician will be dispatched if necessary following phone-based troubleshooting. Subject to parts availability, geographical restrictions and terms of service contract. Service timing dependent upon time of day call placed to Dell. U.S. only.
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