HP TouchSmart IQ504

Description: The HP TouchSmart IQ504 is a Core 2 Duo-based, general-purpose computer.Compared to other general-purpose desktop computers on the market, it is midpriced at around $950.Note that this is a touch screen -- rare among desktops.This system comes with 4 GB RAM, and a 320GB hard drive.This desktop also comes with a 22-inch LCD display.

Pros: Has a stereo speakers, touch screen, display, and camera built-in, which is considerably more favorable than some similarly priced desktop computers.Also, this machine's Core 2 Duo based processor is quick enough to handle demanding applications, such as the latest games.However, this notebook meets the EPEAT Silver level criteria level of environmental performance including a minimum of 65% recycleable or reuseable materials.

Cons: Has a 667 MHz data bus speeds, which is somewhat less favorable than some similarly priced desktop computers.For example, the HP Compaq Business dc7800, a Core 2 Duo-based desktop computer at around $1, 030, has a 1333 MHz data bus speeds.Also, this desktop computer Has been awarded the EPEAT silver environmantal standard, which is considerably less power efficient than some similarly priced desktop computers.The HP Compaq Business dc7800, again, Has been awarded the EPEAT gold environmantal standard.Shared video memory has an adverse effect on system performance which should be fine for users with more modest graphics needs.Users with more demanding needs should look to a graphics solution that brings its own muscle.

Suitability: A consumer level desktop computer, suited for basic computing, plus digital photo sorting, audio appreciation, and entertainment applications.This unit's product line was designed for home use.

Value: In general, this desktop computer's features seem a bit weak for its price, compared to most other desktop computers.Also, note that the purchase price includes a monitor.

Suggestions: Check to make sure that an AGP or PCIe slot is available if you plan to upgrade to a stand-alone graphics card.

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• Manufacturer: HP
• Part Number: KQ436AA#ABA

• General

• Type Personal computer
• Recommended Use Home use
• Product Form Factor All-in-one
• Built-in Devices Camera, Display, Touch screen, Stereo speakers
• Width 21 in
• Depth 2.6 in
• Height 17.4 in
• Weight 24 lbs
• Localization English / United States
• Desktop type Monitor included, All-in-one desktop system

• Processor

• Type Intel Core 2 Duo T5750 / 2 GHz
• Multi-Core processor technology Dual-Core
• 64-bit processor Yes
• Installed Qty 1
• Max processors supported 1

• Cache Memory

• Type L2 cache
• Installed Size 2 MB
• Cache Per Processor 2 MB

• Mainboard

• Chipset type Mobile Intel GM965 Express
• Data bus speed 667 MHz

• RAM

• Installed Size 4 GB
• Technology DDR2 SDRAM
• Memory speed 667 MHz
• Memory specification compliance PC2-5300
• RAM form factor SO DIMM 200-pin
• RAM configuration features 2 x 2 GB

• Environmental Parameters

• Environmental standards EPEAT Silver

• Storage Controller

• Type 1 x Serial ATA - Integrated

• Storage

• Floppy drive type None
• Hard Drive 1 x 320 GB - Standard - Serial ATA-150 - 7200 rpm
• Hard Drive (2nd) None

• Optical Storage

• Type DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM - Serial ATA
• CD / DVD read speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
• CD / DVD write speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 4x (DVD-R DL) / 6x (DVD+R DL)
• CD / DVD rewrite speed 24x (CD) / 6x (DVD-RW) / 8x (DVD+RW) / 5x (DVD-RAM)
• Disc Labeling Technology LightScribe Technology

• Optical Storage (2nd)

• Type None

• Storage Removable

• Type None

• Monitor

• Monitor Type LCD display - TFT active matrix
• Diagonal Size 22 in

• Graphics Controller

• Type Integrated
• Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel GMA X3100 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0
• Video Memory 128 MB
• Max Allocated RAM Size 128 MB
• Total Available Graphics Memory 358 MB

• Audio Output

• Type Sound card - Integrated
• Sound card name Integrated Audio
• Sound output mode Stereo
• Audio output compliant standards High Definition Audio
• Speaker(s) 2 x Right / left channel

• Keyboard

• Keyboard connectivity Wireless

• Input Device

• Type Mouse, Keyboard

• Mouse

• Mouse connectivity Wireless
• Mouse technology Optical

• Telecom

• Modem None

• Audio Input

• Type Microphone

• Networking

• Networking Network adapter - Integrated
• Wireless LAN Supported Yes
• Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft)
• Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft)

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Slots Total (Free) 2 ( 0 ) x Memory - SO DIMM 200-pin
• Interfaces 1 x Headphones - Output ( 1 in front ), 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 4 pin FireWire ( 1 in front ), 5 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ( 2 in front ), 1 x Audio - Line-out, 1 x Audio - Line-in, 1 x Audio - SPDIF output

• Printer

• Type None

• Miscellaneous

• Included Accessories Cleaning cloth
• Features 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, Camera

• Power

• Power device type Power supply

• Operating System / Software

• OS Provided Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit Edition
• Software Adobe Reader 8.0, Muvee autoProducer, Microsoft Works 9.0, Norton Internet Security 2008 (60 days subscription)

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

• Card Reader

• Card reader 5 in 1 card reader
• Supported flash memory cards Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, Memory Stick Pro, SDHC Memory Card

• Sustainability

• EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver
• Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 4.5

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Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.hp.com