HP iPAQ 211 Enterprise Handheld

Description: The HP iPAQ 211 is a Pocket PC-based, business-oriented handheld device.Compared to other business-oriented handhelds on the market, it is inexpensive at around $385.You can expand the memory of this unit using Secure Digital (SD), or MMC media.Runs on Microsoft Windows mobile 6.0.

Pros: Has a 18-bit color display, which is considerably better than some similarly priced handhelds.Also, this handheld runs on the Microsoft Windows mobile 6.0 operating system, which is considerably more advanced than some similarly priced handhelds.A second expansion slot supports CompactFlash media, such as wireless adapters.

Cons: Weighs in at 6.8 ounces weight, which is somewhat heavier than some similarly priced handhelds.For example, the HP iPAQ H1915, a Pocket PC-based handheld at around $350, weighs just 4.2 ounces weight.Since this device runs on Pocket PC, it will work only with Windows, not with Linux or Macintosh operating systems.

Suitability: A business-oriented handheld, suited for professional use.Also, this handheld should be passable for viewing standard images (given that it supports standard at a resolution of 640x480).You can use the Bluetooth capability of this device to connect to cell phones and other devices that are similarly enabled.The Wi-Fi (802.11b) capability of this PDA allows you to connect to wireless networks in offices, airports, and in hundreds of public areas (charges may apply).

Value: In view of its inexpensive price, this handheld has great features for the money.

Suggestions: (1) If you plan to enter large amounts of data, consider purchasing an external portable keyboard for your PDA.(2) To see how this PDA stacks up against our Editor's top picks, check out the Handhelds Feature on CNET Reviews.

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• Manufacturer: HP
• Part Number: FB041AA#ABA

• General

• Product Type Handheld
• Width 3 in
• Depth 0.6 in
• Height 5 in
• Dimensions (W x D x H) 3 in x 0.6 in x 5 in
• Localization English / United States
• Weight 6.8 oz
• Included Accessories Carrying case
• Localization English:United States

• Processor

• Processor Marvell XScale PXA310 624 MHz
• Processor Marvell 624 MHzXScale PXA310

• Memory

• ROM 256 MB - Flash
• RAM 128 MB - SDRAM
• Installed RAM 128 MB
• Supported Flash Memory Cards CompactFlash, SD Memory Card
• Compatibility SDIO
• RAM technology SDRAM
• Installed ROM 256 MB Flash

• Display

• Display Type 4 in TFT active matrix - Transflective
• Display type 4 in TFT active matrix
• Image 18-bit color
• Display Resolution 640 x 480

• Operating System / Software

• OS Provided Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0
• Software Games, Calculator, Asset Viewer, File Manager, MSN Messenger, iPAQ Wireless, Voice Recorder, Today PanelLite, Wireless Manager, Bluetooth Manager, HP Setup Assistant, HP Help and Support, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Certificate Enroller, HP Photosmart Mobile, Microsoft ActiveSync, Microsoft Office Mobile, Windows Media Player Mobile, Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile, Microsoft Internet Explorer Mobile

• Input Device

• Input device type Stylus, Touch-screen, 9-way navigation pad
• Type Stylus, Touch-screen, 9-way navigation pad

• Audio

• Audio Input Microphone
• Audio input type Microphone
• Audio Output Speaker(s)
• Voice Recording Capability Yes
• Compliant Standards CE, UL, ACA, CCC, DGT, FCC, MIC, MOC, NOM, RRL, BSMI, CCIB, GOST, ICES, SABS, SASO, VCCI, CISPR, C-Tick

• Telecom

• Modem None
• Modem None

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 SD Memory Card, 1 CompactFlash Card
• Wireless Connectivity IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
• Interfaces 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x USB - Mini-USB Type B
• Port / Connector Type:Interface 1HeadphonesOutput, 1USB
• Connector Provided Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Mini-USB Type B
• Expansion slot(s) total (free) 1 SD Memory Card, 1 CompactFlash Card
• Cable(s) included 1 x USB cable, 1 x 6 ftPower cable

• Power

• Battery installed (max) 1 Lithium ion
• Power Device Power adapter
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Power supply device Power adapter

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included 1 x USB cable, 1 x Power cable - 6 ft

• Environmental Parameters

• Operating temperature 41 °F113 °F
• Humidity Range Operating 35 - 85%
• Min Operating Temperature 41 °F
• Max Operating Temperature 113 °F

• GPS

• GPS Navigation None

• Battery

• Installed Qty (Max Supported) 1
• Technology / Form Factor Lithium ion
• Capacity 2200 mAh

• Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service / Support Details 1 year Limited warranty Parts and labor, 90 days Technical support

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year, Technical support - Software - 90 days

HP

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.hp.com