Acer rolls out entry-level notebooks
The Acer TravelMate 2480 and the TravelMate 2490 notebooks are based on Intel Celeron M processors running at clock speeds of up to 1,6GHz, and featuring 1MB of Level 2 cache as well as 533MHz front-side bus.
This is intended to provide users with the processing power they need to handle their most demanding applications. The TravelMate 2480 weighs 2,4kg and offers a 14,1" WXGA TFT LCD screen with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, Acer says, while the TravelMate 2490 boasts a 15,4" WXGA colour TFT LCD display, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, and weighs in at 2,77kg.
Says Stephen Morony, notebook product manager at Acer SA: "These notebooks are suitable for the needs of SME and corporate professionals who desire an affordable solution that does not compromise on power or functionality. The Acer TravelMate 2490 and TravelMate 2480 are packaged with a range of productivity features designed for professionals on the move."
Both notebooks offer up to 512MB of DDR2 533MHz memory, upgradeable to 2GB, and up to 120GB of hard drive storage space with Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP).
The Acer TravelMate 2480 retails from R6 499, including VAT, and the TravelMate 2490 from R6 999, including VAT.