CPU or Processor
Accessories
Battery
CD and DVD drives
External drives
Graphics Memory
Hard drive
Memory
Modem
Operating Systems
PC Card
Screen
Sound Card
Warranty

The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is also known as the "Processor" and is the main control unit of the computer and the centre of intelligence. The CPU or Processor determines the performance of the computer in conjunction with the memory.

The following business items can be salary packaged, and therefore can be part of your Flexipak Agreement:

• An electronic diary or similar item (including PDAs which are marketing as a business tool)
• A briefcase/carry case
• A calculator
• A tool of trade
• A mobile phone or car phone (must be used primarily for the employee's employment).

Unfortunately, the following cannot form part of your Salary Packaged Flexirent Agreement:

• Extended warranty
• Equipment protection
• 24/7 Support (Quicknowledge)
• Software (if not used in the employee's employment)

The life of a laptop battery ranges, however, lithium ion batteries tend to last longer than nickel-metal hydride ones. Additional batteries can be purchased to boost battery life for laptops.

CD and DVD drives

CD-ROM drives (Compact Disc, Read-Only-Memory) are an adaptation of CD's that are designed to store computer data in the form of text and graphics, as well as hi-fi stereo sound and allow you to read them. CD/DVD-RW drives (read-write) allows you to burn and create your own CD's or DVD's in addition to reading them. CD/DVD drives maybe built-in or attachable.

External drives are used for additional storage, media-burning and connect into your laptop via a cable. External drives are more common when buying an ultraportable laptop that lacks a built-in drive due to size and weight.

Graphic Memory refers to dedicated video or graphical memory in addition to the main memory. If you plan to use your laptop heavily for graphical files and multimedia content you should look for dedicated graphic memory, separate from the main memory and gamers should look for 3 Dimensional graphic cards.

Hard drives (HDD) are the primary devices that read, write and store data. Depending upon the amount of data you wish to store will determine your hard drive requirements. The hard drive discs rotational speed will also influence performance of a laptop, the higher the speed the faster the performance.

Memory, sometimes referred to as RAM (Random Access Memory), is a group of chips that function as the computers main workspace and stores memory internally within the computer. Memory, or RAM, is an important resource as it determines the size and number of programs that can be run at the same time, as well as the amount of data that can be processed instantly. Memory is typically one of the first specifications users want to upgrade so easy-to-access memory slots will help increase the laptop useful lifetime.

Modem

Modems are the most common form of PC Card for telecommunication requirements such as dial up, ADSL and broadband connectivity. Most laptops have a built-in modem, which means your PC card slots are free for other uses. It is worth considering a laptop with a built-in modem to give you the choice of connectivity in the future even if you do have the requirement today.

The Operating System is the master control program that runs the computer and manages all the other programs in a computer such as applications and software packages. The operating system sets the standards for all application programs that run in the computer.

PC Card

A PC card is the size of a credit-card and plugs into your laptop and provides a variety of connection options; such as modems, network adapters, security cards and memory cards. Most laptops have in-built PC cards, however, one PC Card slot is sufficient for most users.

Screen

Most laptops have LCD screens (liquid-crystal displays), which vary in size from 12.1 inches (standard) to 17 inches (widescreen). LCD's screens are measured diagonally and provide improved quality in terms of brightness, colour and sharpness. The larger the screen, the higher the maximum resolution and the more information you can view at once.

Sound Card

Most PC laptops have built-in sound and built in microphone, therefore the focus relates to the audio connection ports available. If you are wanting to link to external speakers, a home stereo or an MP3 player you should consider a laptop that has line output and input jacks.

Warranty

Warranty comes in the form of the manufacturers warranty (normally 1 year) and extended warranty (up to 3 years), which can be purchased additionally to cover repairs and replacement parts.

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Flexirent hotline
1300 768 718
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