Latitude D520 delivers dual-core performance at exceptional value

Dell today announced the Latitude D520, its newest notebook designed to maximise the productivity and technology budgets of small businesses and educational establishments in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Priced from R5 900 excluding VAT and delivery, and sporting the power of dual-core processors, a new industrial design, a durable magnesium alloy frame and a starting weight of 2.38kg, the Latitude D520 delivers stylish mobility with reliability, flexibility and performance. Customers can configure the new system with their choice of Intel Core Duo or Celeron M processors, 14.1-inch or 15-inch displays and WiFi networking capabilities.

Small business users will appreciate the dual-battery configuration enabling all-day computing without the need for a recharge, and an integrated microphone for VOIP applications. Educational institutions developing hi-tech, interactive learning centres based on computers and related technology, will value the integrated IEEE 1394 port and S-video ports. The Latitude D520 also delivers investment protection since it is designed to support the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system and the emerging 802.11n WiFi standard.

Dell`s RoadReady quality and reliability testing helps ensure the Latitude D520 is adaptable and resilient - ready to operate regardless of the environment.

The D520 is compatible with Latitude notebook accessories shipped since 2003, including batteries, docking stations, optical drives and power adapters.

Adhering to Dell`s Design for the Environment programme, the new system meets the requirements of the European Union`s Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive.

Dell offers a single point of accountability for deployment services to support its latest portfolio of Latitude products. These can help save time and effort and allow customers to focus resources on other projects. More information about the Latitude D520 and related products can be found at www.dell.co.za

Technical features of the Latitude D520 include:

* Choice of Intel Core Duo processors combined with the Intel 945GM chipset or Intel Celeron M processors combined with the Intel 915GML chipset.
* Choice of 14.1-inch or 15-inch XGA (1,024 x 768) or 15-inch SXGA+ (1 400 x 1 050) display.
* 512MB to 4GB of DDR2 500/667MHz shared SDRAM.
* Choice of 40GB, 60GB, 80GB or 100GB hard drives.
* Standard internal Dell Wireless 1390 802.11b/g. Optional internal or Intel PRO Wireless 3945 802.11a/b/g or Dell Wireless 1490 802.11a/b/g.
* Standard 24X CD-ROM or choice of 8X DVD-ROM, 24X CD-RW/DVD combination and 8X DVD+/-RW optical drives, 80GB second hard drive.
* Integrated 10/100 Ethernet and 56K V92 modem.
* Ports include: Four USB 2.0, IEEE 1394, parallel, serial, S-video, VGA, audio in/out; one PCMCIA Type I/II slot.
* Choice of Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional operating system.
* Optional docking offerings including D/Port Advanced Port Replicator, D/Monitor Stand and D/View Notebook Stand.
* One-year limited warranty and next business day on-site service.
* Dimensions: 1.4-inch high, 13.3-inches wide, 10.75-inches deep; 35.8mm high, 338.3mm wide, 273mm deep.