Delivering powerful performance in a gorgeous design, the Samsung R540 notebook (model NP-R540-JA04US) offers a glass-like platinum finish that's sure to turn heads. But it's also packed with an Intel Core i3-380M processor featuring Hyper-Threading technology to effortlessly speed you through whatever you need to tackle and a 15.6-inch LED-backlit display that produces bright, colorful HD images.

The Samsung R540 combines gorgeous style and incredible performance (see larger image).

Burn through the hottest new digital media, content creation and advanced 3D gaming with the breakthrough performance of the dual-core Intel Core i3 processor--with 4-way multitasking processor power to work on four tasks simultaneously.

The R540 features a full-size isolation-type keyboard with integrated 17-key numeric pad to help you stay productive on the go, and the battery offers up to 4.5 hours of continuous use. An integrated low-light webcam adds videoconferencing virtually anywhere, while the SRS Premium Sound enhancement provides impressive multimedia playback from the laptops stereo speakers. The R540 also includes an HDMI video output, a 3-in-1 memory card slot, three USB 2.0 ports, and PC-to-PC connectivity for real-time sharing.

This Samsung laptop comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version). You'll also experience new ways to deliver your best work with Office Starter 2010.

Key Features

Vibrant LED-Backlit HD Display

The R540's 15.6-inch LED-backlit LCD HD display produces bright, colorful HD images and is combined with SRS premium sound for impressive gaming and multimedia. With a 16:9 aspect ratio, you can watch true HD movies in 16:9 widescreen format that fits the full size of the screen, without any black bands. You'll see images that are fine-tuned with the sharpest details and boldest colors.

Keeps You Connected

The R540 has a host of advanced connectivity tools, including a 3-in-1 card slot, three USB 2.0 ports and PC-to-PC connectivity for real-time sharing. With a low-light webcam you can make videoconferencing possible from virtually anywhere. Move data easily from your digital camera, camcorder, MP3 player or PDA straight to the laptop.

Full-sized keyboard (see larger image).

 

Glass-like platinum finish (see larger image).

Full-Sized Isolation Keyboard

Keeping you comfortable and productive when typing, the R540 features a full-size isolation-type keyboard with integrated 17-key numeric pad. And with a weight of just 5.29 pounds, and battery life of up to 4.5 hours, the R540 is the very definition of go-anywhere, do-anything computing.

Specifications

• 15.6-inch HD widescreen LED-backlit display with native 720p HD resolution (1366 x 768) and 16:9 aspect ratio.
• 2.53 GHz Intel Core i3-380M dual-core processor for a fast, responsive PC experience (3 MB L3 cache). Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology enables each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking.
• 500 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
• 4 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (upgradeable to 8 GB)
• Intel HD integrated graphics
• 8x 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.
• Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking capability provides up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range using 802.11n-compatible routers as you would with 802.11g networks. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found at Wi-Fi hotspots and in older home routers).
• Integrated webcam (0.3 megapixels) for video chats on the go.
• Stereo speakers (1.5W x 2; 3W total) with 3D SRS Premium Sound enhancement.
• Dimensions: 14.9 x 10 x 1.5 inches (WxDxH)
• Weight: 5.29 pounds
• Warranty: One-year parts and labor limited warranty

Ports and Connectivity

• 3 USB 2.0 ports
• HDMI high-definition audio/video output allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video to your digital TV or LCD.
• VGA video output
• Fast Ethernet (10/100)
• 3-in-1 Media Card Reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), SDHC, and MMC.
• Headphone jack
• Microphone jack

What's in the Box

This package contains the Samsung NP-R540-JA04US note PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 60-watt AC adapter, and operating instructions.

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium

The Best Entertainment Experience On Your PC

Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. You can even watch, pause, and rewind TV or record it to watch whenever and wherever you want. For the best entertainment experience, choose a PC with Windows 7.

Peek behind open windows to get a quick look at your desktop (see larger image).

Windows 7: Your PC Simplified

Simplifies everyday tasks, works the way you want, and makes new things possible.

• Improved desktop navigation features like Snap, Peek, and Shake, make it easier to manage all of your open windows.
• Creating a home network has never been easier. You can even share files and printers with all the PCs with Windows 7 on the network.
• Find virtually anything on your PC--from documents to songs to email--just by typing a word or two with Windows Search.
• Designed to make your PC sleep and resume quicker.
• Watch, pause, rewind and record TV with Windows Media Center to watch whenever and where ever you want*.

 

Create, Connect and Share with Windows Live

Windows 7 and Windows Live bring it all together for free. Get the free set of programs that make it simple to create and share amazing photos and movies, organize mail, and stay connected with your closest friends.

• Get 25 GB of free online storage with Windows Live SkyDrive.
• Sync files on your PCs automatically with Windows Live Mesh.
• Share photos during video chats with Windows Live**
• Easily edit photos and combine the best parts of multiple photos into one perfect photo with Photo Fuse.

Windows Live is available for free at download.live.com.

Complete your PC Experience with Microsoft Office 2010

• Microsoft Office Starter 2010 includes reduced functionality versions of Microsoft Word and Excel with advertising. (Note that PowerPoint or Outlook are not included.)
• Purchase Office 2010 today and get the most out of your new PC.