Dell Vostro V13 Laptop Review

Thin, Light & Road-Ready Design

Tailored for discriminating small-business travelers, the Vostro V13 combines robust design and ultra-light mobility at a price that aims to keep you on budget.

Equally Slim & Striking : As thin as 0.65 inches (16.5mm)2 and starting at 3.5 pounds (1.6kg)3 the Vostro V13 delivers a full-sized laptop experience that won’t weigh you down. Robust Design for Outstanding Durability : Why settle for plastic? The Vostro V13’s brushed-aluminum casing and reinforced zinc hinges offer durability you’re not likely to find in similarly priced ultra-compact business laptops. Power to Do More : Ultra-low-voltage Intel®  processors help to manage energy efficiency while providing ample power for everyday computing. Full Laptop Experience : A full-sized keyboard and generous 13.3" display let you power through work without sacrificing comfort or visibility.

Productivity-Empowering Essentials

It may lighten your carrying case, but the Vostro V13 has the productivity-empowering features to keep you working at full capacity. Stay in Touch: With the integrated webcam and microphone, you can use your favorite communication software to make Internet calls, conduct video conferences and remotely exchange files. Always Be Connected:4 Go wireless with a full range of connectivity options: 802.11g/n wireless LAN, Bluetooth. Have Memory to Spare: Run Windows®  7 effortlessly while performing everyday tasks even faster with support for up to 4GB5 of DDR3 SDRAM memory6. Protect Your Work: Keep your data under lock and key with optional FDE (full-data-encrypted) hard drives.

TECH SPECS

Processors
Intel®  CoreTM 2 Duo SU7300 (1.3GHz, 3MB L2 cache) (Ultra Low Voltage) Intel®  CoreTM 2 Solo SU3500 (1.4GHz, 3MB L2 cache) (Ultra Low Voltage) Intel®  Celeron 743 (1.2GHz, 1MB L2 cache) (Ultra Low Voltage)
Operating System
Genuine Windows®  7 Professional 32-Bit Genuine Windows®  7 Home Premium 32-Bit Genuine Windows®  7 Home Basic 32-Bit Genuine Windows®  7 Professional with Downgrade Rights Service to Windows®  XP Professional Ubuntu®  Linux®
Memory10
DDR3 SDRAM (1066 MHz) one slot supporting 4GB10 DIMM
Chipset
Mobile Intel®  GS45 Express Chipset ICH9M-Enhanced
Graphics6
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD
Display
13.3-inch diagonal LED-backlit HD (1366 x 768) Anti-glare
Primary Storage10
160GB 5400 rpm SATA (Available in Select Regions) 250GB 5400 rpm SATA 320/500GB 7200 rpm SATA 250GB 7200 rpm SATA with Full Disk Encryption (Available in Select Regions) Free Fall Sensor on the motherboard
Optical Drives
Optional External 8X DVD+/-RW
Multimedia
Speaker Stereo headphone jack Microphone jack and integrated microphone array Integrated 1.3 Mega pixel webcam and Dell Webcam Central software (not available on Ubuntu®  Linux® )
Power
6-cell Lithium Ion sealed
Connectivity
Up to 802.11n wireless module BluetoothTM  2.1 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 NIC)
Ports, Slots & Chassis
Network connector (RJ45) USB 2.0 (1) USB 2.0/eSATA combo (1) Microphone jack Headphone/speaker out 5-in-1 card reader 34 mm ExpressCard Dimensions & Weight11: Width: 13" / 330mm Height: (front/back) 0.65-0.78inches/16.5-19.7mm Depth: 9.06" / 230mm Starting weight: 3.5lbs/1.59kg (with 6-cell battery)
Regulatory and Environmental Compliance
Regulatory Model:P08S Regulatory Type: P08S001 Energy Star 5.0 SERVICE AND SUPPORT Built for small business. Built for how you work. Vostro laptop solutions provide the combination of hardware, services and software that small business users want. Dedicated small business-trained sales and service representatives, 24x7x365 Tailored with pre-selected software based on your business needs Peace of mind with services like Dell Network Assistant, DellConnectTM 12, and Advanced Configuration Services All Vostro laptops include: One-year limited warranty13 with Return Services and Hardware Warranty Support for the length of the warranty term. Remote Troubleshooting and Repair with DellConnectTM  (via broadband connection) Easy setup, optimization, and troubleshooting of simple wired and wireless network connections with Dell Network Assistant Vostro Services and Support You asked for a complete package. We listened. Vostro was created with your small business in mind, which is why Dell offers comprehensive services and support specifically designed for your business. Dell has created tools and services to help you with installation, maintenance and repair tasks. You can be confident that you will have the level of support you need to help keep your business running smoothly. Introducing Dell ProSupport – Faster, more reliable support services designed to address the technology challenges you face today. This new support portfolio is focused on your needs, time demands and budgets. Dell ProSupport start with the Dell ProSupport for Non-IT Professionals Service Model, designed to take care of both you and your employees’ IT needs 7x24. Dell ProSupport for Non-IT Professionals includes: 7x24 direct break-fix hardware support for your employees "How-to" support on popular software applications such as Norton AntiVirus, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Small Business Server, Intuit QuickBooks, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Acrobat. Access to a certified technician in two minutes or less14 CompleteCareTM  Accidental Damage Service15 – Repairs or replaces accidentally damaged systems. Installation Services Dell’s installation services give you the tools you need to get your systems up and running as fast as possible so you can focus on more important business matters. Optional Services: On-Site System Setup16- Choose custom hardware, software and peripherals for your new PCs, then let Dell professionals install them for you. Advanced Configuration Services – Go beyond basic hard drive configurations and save time during system setup. Choose from a variety of factory-customized hard drive partitions for your new Vostro. Maintenance Services Vostro's maintenance services and support tools help prevent downtime and potential disaster by keeping your systems running at peak performance. Dell Support Center – Search no more for your services tools. Dell Support Center is one central location that houses the tools you need for making them easy to find and easy to use. Dell Support 3.4 – Keep your system in optimal working order by constantly monitoring, identifying known errors and presenting you with auto-fixes before you even realize a problem exists. You tailor the level of support that’s right for you. Repair Dell makes it easy to get help fast when your business needs it. All Vostro systems include a standard 1-year parts and labor Limited Warranty, with the option to extend it for up to 4 years. Dell makes it easy to get help fast when your business needs it. All Vostro systems include a standard 1-year parts and labour Limited Warranty, with the option to extend it for up to 4 years. Standard Services: 1-year Hardware Warranty17 – Get the assistance you need when you need it with Mail-In Service – parts, labor and limited warranty. DellConnect18 – Whether you’re on the road, or in the office, Dell can troubleshoot and repair your system remotely through an Internet connection. Optional Services: Extended Hardware Warranty - Extend your limited warranty up to 4 years and upgrade your service to Next-Business-Day On-site14 service to protect your IT systems from: costly downtime, changing business needs, lost productivity, high cost of out-of-warranty repairs. Next Business Day On-Site14 Service – Get the assistance you need when you need it with Next Business Day On-Site16 service – parts, labor and limited warranty.

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