Acer Introduces Panoramic High-definition Aspire 7720-6844 Notebook PC

Tue Jan 8, 2008 1:10pm EST

[-] Text [+]

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(Business Wire)--Acer America Corporation, one of the leading worldwide suppliers
of IT solutions and the world's fastest growing PC vendor, today
announced the Aspire 7720-6844 notebook PC is available in the North
America retail channel. Specifically designed for consumers who seek
high-definition multimedia entertainment paired with powerful,
productivity features, the Aspire 7720-6844 offers cutting-edge
functionality.

The Aspire 7720-6844 notebook includes remarkable system
performance and responsiveness features via Intel Core 2 Duo mobile
processor technology, a 250 GB hard disk drive and an integrated
Super-Multi drive, which today's consumers demand. The Microsoft
Windows Vista Home Premium operating system ensures users with
productivity, entertainment and security, along with the notebook's
eight-cell lithium ion battery, the Aspire 7720-6844 provides hours of
reliable computing power.

Housed in Acer's innovative Gemstone design, the Aspire 7720-6844
notebook PC sports a glossy 17-inch widescreen display with
CrystalBrite technology, lending superior contrast ratio and intense
color features for pleasurable multimedia viewing. For added
high-definition enjoyment, the notebook is equipped with Dolby Home
Theater, providing a flexible and tailored surround sound listening
experience. Video conference functionality is supplied via an
integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam.

Key specifications of the Aspire 7720-6844 include:

-0-
*T
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5450
Memory: 2GB (512/512) DDR2 667 SDRAM
Hard Drive: 250GB
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS 256MB dedicated graphics
Communications: 802.11a/b/g WLAN, gigabit LAN, V.92 modem
Software: Acer Empowering Technology, Acer Arcade(TM) Deluxe
*T

Availability and Pricing

The Acer Aspire 7720-6844 notebook PC is available now in North
America via select retailers, with prices beginning at US$1049.

All Acer notebooks are fully compliant with Energy Star and come
with a standard one year Carry In (International travelers warranty -
ITW) which can be extended to three years cover with the Acer
Advantage service that also covers accidental damage to the notebook.

About Acer America Corporation

Established in 1984 as a subsidiary of Acer Inc., Acer America
Corporation designs and markets client and server solutions for
professionals who require reliability, enhanced productivity and
greater value of ownership. Acer ranks as the world's No. 4 branded PC
vendor, designing easy, dependable IT solutions that empower people to
reach their goals and enhance their lives. Since spinning-off its
manufacturing operation, Acer has focused on globally marketing its
brand-name products: mobile and desktop PCs, servers, LCD monitors and
e-business solutions for business, government, education, and home
users. Acer's unique Channel Business Model is instrumental in the
company's continued success. The model encourages partners and
suppliers to collaborate in a winning formula of supply-chain
management, allowing Acer to provide customers with fresh
technologies, competitive pricing, and quality service. Established in
1976, Acer Inc. employs 5,300 people supporting dealers and
distributors in more than 100 countries. Revenues for 2006 were
US$11.32 billion. Please visit www.acer.com/us

Acer Incorporated
Alison Williams, 408-533-7746 (Media)
alison_williams@acer.com