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Gateway® SX2800-03

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The Gateway® SX2800-03 Desktop: So small you can fit it almost anywhere. So powerful you can speed through the hottest new digital media, content creation tasks and 3D gaming. Packed inside our SX2800-03's sleek and compact design is the 64-bit version of Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium SP1, an Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor1, 4GB of cutting-edge DDR3 memory and a large 640GB hard disk drive5. You have ports aplenty (9 USB, plus HDMI, IEEE 1394a Firewire and eSATA) and Gigabit connectivity. Plus, a handy device holder and digital media card reader make file transfers easy, and the Gateway® SX2800-03 Desktop's hefty 2-year limited warranty9 gives you peace of mind.
Intel® Core™2 Quad
Whether you're creating multimedia, annihilating your gaming enemies or running intensive applications at the same time, an Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor1 will change the way and speed at which you do everything.
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Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator
This system is equipped with the Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500 series, giving you more than 1GB of dynamic video memory. Hardware based, the Intel GMA 4500 improves graphics performance while saving power.
Intel® G43 Chipset
Intel's G43 Express chipset, paired with either the Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor1 or Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor1, delivers innovative technologies for digital home consumers.
4GB DDR3 Memory
Zip through intense 3D graphics processes and get sleek, seamless animation during your gaming outings with 4GB of DDR3 RAM. With nearly twice the bandwidth of DDR2 memory, this new technology uses less power (also meaning better battery life for mobile users) and delivers crisp visuals for graphics-rich applications, the gorgeous Windows Aero™ operating environment, and your next-generation games.
640GB Hard Drive5
Boasting a huge amount of disk space, this system provides plenty of room for your music, movies, videos and more.
Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader—
with Photo Frame Button6
Transfer video and photos from your digital camera with a high-performance digital media card reader that recognizes a variety of formats (see specs). And, with one simple touch of the unique photo frame button, turn your monitor into a slideshow of your favorite photos.
Digital Device Holder
Recessed into the top of this PC is a handy digital device holder that provides a convenient place to rest your digital camera, MP3 player or other technology while it's connected to a USB port. No more tethered devices dangling down!
HD Audio
HD audio provides your system with the support it needs to handle the most cutting-edge audio content. Plus, you'll hear more of your tunes and tones, with auditory playback coming out at a higher quality than systems without HD sound.
Norton Security Trial7
Your favorite Anti! Get a 60-day tryout of Norton's newest solution for antivirus, antispyware, antiphishing, website authentication and more.
2-Year Ltd. Warranty/Parts & Labor9
Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit Gateway.com or call 800-846-2000 for a free copy. Service agreements are issued and performed by third parties. May not be available in all locations. Phone charges may apply for tech support.
  
SP1 Edition of Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium, 64 bit
Now more than ever, it's time for Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium, with Service Pack 1's even greater performance, reliability and security; a new 64-bit architecture2 that masters large files; and:

•Windows Defender™: Help protect against spyware and other unwanted software.
•Media Center: Listen to your favorite music and share photos. Add a TV tuner3 (standard on certain systems) and watch live and recorded television.
•Parental Controls: Help ensure that children are using the PC appropriately, while helping to keep them safe online.

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Microsoft® Works
On this system: Microsoft's latest SE edition of its word processing, spreadsheet, calendar, Internet and e-mail suite. (Note: Certain computers might come with the unsponsored version.)
Sixty Days of Microsoft® Office4
This system comes with a free 60-day trial of Microsoft's indispensable Office 2007 suite.
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Gigabit!
Connect to the Internet and devices faster than ever with this system's Gigabit Ethernet, thanks to more bandwidth and full-duplex capacity.
SX Compact Design
When it comes to desktops, the size you want is small—a compact entertainment center that can fit virtually anywhere. That's the Gateway® SX Series. Its footprint is just 4.2" wide and 13" inches deep, and its height is only 10.7". It's just the fit for you.
HDMI™
Enjoy the next generation of viewing today with this system's High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video to your digital TV or LCD. Result: The smoothest, sharpest images you've ever seen.
IEEE 1394 FireWire
Thanks to its real-world speed specs and wide high-end device deployment, IEEE 1394 is a favorite for transferring large media files from DV camcorders, digital audio/video devices, external drives and high-performance DVD burners.
eSATA
Are you ready for transfer rates triple those of USB 2.0 and FireWire 400? Then you're ready for eSATA, the hot-swappable option designed for super-fast, super-reliable data transfer from external mass storage devices.
Double-Layer DVD±R w/Labelflash™8
Double-Layer DVD±R w/Labelflash™Burn music, videos, presentations and more with this system's DVD±R DL/RW/RAM/CD-R/- RW drive, and then use cool Labelflash™ technology included to customize your compatible DVDs by creating professional-looking labels directly on selected optical media. Note: Labelflash™ compatible media might be available in limited formats; for example, DVD-R only.
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Specs at a glance:
Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor Q82001 (2.33GHz, 1333MHz FSB, 4MB L2 cache)
Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium (64-bit) with SP1
4096MB 800MHz DDR3 Memory (2 x 2048MB Modules)10
640GB 7200RPM SATA hard drive5
Modern and Sophisticated Small Form Factor Design
Integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X4500

  • 1 Intel, the Intel logo, Intel Core, and Core Inside are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
  • 2 Windows Vista® 64-bit versions are intended to work with 64-bit drivers and peripherals. Windows Vista® 32-bit compatible applications work in Windows Vista® 64-bit versions. Visit Microsoft's page on 32-bit and 64-bit Windows for more information on upgrading 32-bit applications and hardware.
  • 3 HD requires ATSC digital antenna (not included). HD signal reception depends on multiple factors.
  • 4 A 60-day complimentary subscription to Microsoft® Office 2007 is included. An Internet connection is required to start the trial.
  • 5 MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion bytes; TB = 1 trillion bytes. Accessible capacity may vary due to preloaded materials and operating environment. Gateway Recovery Management utilizes up to 10 GB of the stated hard disk capacity as dedicated backup space.
  • 6 Certain functions could require use of an adapter supplied with the media card and/or operate in non-secure mode only.
  • 7 A 60-day complimentary subscription to the Norton offering is included. An Internet connection is required.
  • 8 Labelflash™ media required. For more information, visit the Labelflash™ website.
  • 9 Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit www.gateway.com for a free copy. Service agreements are issued and performed by third parties. May not be available in all locations. Accidental Damage Protection not available in all states. If a plan is purchased, an on-site service technician will be sent if necessary, following troubleshooting. Availability varies. Other conditions apply.
  • 10 Shared system memory may be allocated to support integrated graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors. Actual system memory available to the operating system will be reduced by the amount of dedicated and/or shared system memory utilized by the graphics solution and resources required by the operating environment.