Gateway NV79C34u 17.3-Inch Laptop (Velvet Blue)

Gateway NV79C34u: Large Screen, Mobile Power, Versatile Functionality

Blending premium performance with trendsetting style, the Gateway NV79C34u 17.3-inch laptop offers powerful Intel Core i5 dual-core processing, impressive graphics, Windows 7 Home Premium, and on-the-go connectivity so you can multitask with ease, keep up with your social networks and enjoy all your digital media from the comfort of your PC.

The Gateway NV79C in wavy Velvet Blue. Click here for a larger image.

This NV series laptop comes in Velvet Blue and features an artistic wave pattern for added style and an enhanced matte casing that reduces fingerprint marks for a cleaner look--providing for a notebook that looks good for its entire lifespan. Plus, it features a unique technique of molding together the decorative silk screen and plastic on the lid and palm rest to deliver a richer color and design clarity.

Burn through the hottest new digital media, content creation and advanced 3D gaming with the breakthrough performance of the Intel Core i5 processor--with 4-way multitasking processor power to work on four tasks simultaneously. You'll be stunned by the clarity of Blu-ray Disc movies thanks to the Blu-ray/DVD SuperMulti optical drive--which also lets you burn CDs and DVDs of your favorite music, photos and files. You'll also be able to output Blu-ray content to an external HDTV in full 1080p resolution thanks to the included HDMI port.

Ease your mind and back up your data with the Gateway MyBackup Function Key--a seamless way to setup and perform backups--and use the multi-gesture touchpad to pinch, flick and swirl your fingers for an intuitive navigation of web pages, photos, spreadsheets and more. Engage in face-to face communication and snap photos to share anywhere with the 1.3-megapixel webcam with integrated digital microphone, and quickly connect to your favorite social network sites with the press of a single key.

Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to.

Enjoy a true cinematic experience with the 17.3-inch HD LED-backlit display. Click here for a larger image.

The multi-gesture touchpad provides intuitive navigation of web pages, photos and more, while the dedicated numeric keypad helps streamline productivity. Click here for a larger image.

Key Features

• 17.3-inch LED-backlit widescreen display with 1600 x 900-pixel resolution and 16:9 aspect ratio. The LED backlight technology is 33 percent more energy efficient than standard CCFL LCD screens.
• 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5-450M dual-core processor for smart performance with a speed boost (2.66 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 3 MB L3 cache). Intel's Turbo Boost technology maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload--providing more performance when you need it the most. It also comes equipped with Intel HD Graphics--an advanced video engine that delivers smooth, high-quality HD video playback, and advanced 3D capabilities, providing an ideal graphics solution for everyday computing.
• 500 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
• 4 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (1066 MHz; maximum)
• Intel HD Graphics with 128 MB of dedicated system memory
• Watch Blu-ray Disc movies in crystal clear resolution with the read-only Blu-ray drive; also supports reading/writing of CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM.
• Multi-gesture touchpad enables you to pinch, flick and swirl your fingers for an intuitive navigation of web pages, photos and more.
• Dedicated Gateway social networks key makes connecting to your favorite social networking sites a snap by instantly launching Facebook, YouTube and Flickr with a single log-in to all three sites.
• Dedicated numeric keypad helps you to quickly key-in numbers and streamline productivity.
• Built-in stereo speakers with high-definition audio support.
• 1.3-megapixel webcam integrated into the display bezel for easy video chats and conferencing (1280 x 1024 resolution)
• Gateway MyBackup makes it easy to back up your data without a hassle. Duplicate files to another location quickly and easily with a single press of the Gateway MyBackup Key.
• Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) for ultra-fast connectivity to home and business networks.
• Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
• Three USB 2.0 ports
• HDMI port for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable. Also includes standard analog VGA video output.
• Multi-in-1 digital media card reader compatible with Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Multi Media Card, Secure Digital, xD-Picture Card.
• Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
• Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It's the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process.
• Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Enjoy a 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007.
• Up to 3.6 hours of battery life from 6-cell battery (4400 mAh)
• Dimensions: 16.3 x 10.8 x 1.35 inches (WxDxH)
• Weight: 7.27 pounds
• Warranty: One-year parts and labor limited warranty

What's in the Box

This package contains the Gateway NV79C34u notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions

It also comes with the following software: Microsoft Works; Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Trial (60 days); Norton Internet Security 2009 (60-day trial); Cyberlink DVD Solution featuring PowerDVD and Nero 9 Essentials; Gateway MyBackup Solution; Gateway Recovery Management