#7: ASUS A53U-XA1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop (Mocha) ~ Computer Service & Repair Information

ASUS A53U-XA1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop (Mocha)
by Asus

(7)
Date first available at Amazon.com: June 20, 2011

Buy new: ~~$429.99~~ $399.99

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Review & Description

15.6" HD (1366x768) LED/AMD E350 Dual Core (1.60GHz)/4GB DDR3 RAM/Intel GMA HD/320GB HDD/SuperMulti ODD/Windows 7 Home Premium (64bit)/802.11BGN/0.3M Pixel/6 Cell battery/3 USB 2.0 ports/5-in-1 card reader/1YR Global warranty/1YR Accidental Damage Warranty/30-Day Zero Bright Dot/2-way FREE shipping/24-7 tech support Not Just another Pretty Face
Smart, Reliable & Efficient

Featuring AMD Fusion E-350 Accelerated Processor with AMD Radeon^™ HD 6310 graphics, the A53U-XA1 easily handles multitasking and entertainment on its brilliant 15.6" LED-backlit HD+ display. HDMI ready, supersize your high-definition media to an HDTV for up to 1080p visuals and 8 channel surround sound support. The A53U-XA1 is also engineered with ASUS IceCool technology to maintain a low temperature on the keyboard and palm rest area for comfortable computing even after the longest sessions. Travel worry-free with scratch-resistant, and smudge-resistant protection for robust durability day-in and day-out.

Key Features

AMD E-350 Accelerated Processor with AMD Radeon^™ HD 6310 graphics ensures responsive and energy-efficient performance (Learn more)
ASUS Power4Gear optimizes system performance for increased performance and longer mobility (Learn more)
IceCool Technology makes use of superior component engineering combined with the aluminum surface, keeps palm rest and typing surfaces cool
ASUS Palm-Proof Technology prevents accidental input by intelligently distinguishing between palm and finger contact (Learn more)
Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound produce crisp, clear audio reproduction

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	Reliable Multitasking Performance
View larger	Powered by the AMD E-350 Accelerated Processor with AMD Radeon^™ HD 6310 graphics, the A53U-XA1 handles an assortment of daily tasks with ease. ASUS Power4Gear is an assortment of power profiles selectable via the Power4Gear hotkey above the keyboard that optimizes the system for your task at hand—giving the most performance or maximizing battery life.

Comfort and Control Included

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The A53U-XA1 has an array of built-in features that are specialized for ease of use. It features the new wave keyboard with numeric keypad and multi-touch trackpad to effortlessly type documents or navigate through your mobile world. The A53U-XA1 also has a spacious palm rest with ASUS Palm-Proof Technology where the trackpad intelligently distinguishes between your palm and finger to prevent errors for a worry-free typing experience.

With its sunken-hinge screen design, you will be able to enjoy wider and more ergonomic viewing angles, enabling greater clarity and comfort. Plus, the ASUS Power4Gear utility controls the fans noise level so you can relax with a virtually silent computing experience anywhere you go.

	Head-turning Style and Convenient Portability
View larger	Compact and light, the A53U-XA1 shows off a new streamlined design with ASUS Infusion Technology to give this notebook a scratch-resistant coat with eye-catching style. Opening this mobile wonder, you will notice an elegant, subtle patterned design around the keyboard with a smudge-resistant coat to keep the A53U-XA1 looking new.

Relax, ASUS Has You Covered

Ranked as the #1 most reliable PC brand by 3 independent sources¹, readers and editors alike choose ASUS as their trusted notebook and netbook. ASUS tirelessly strives to exceed expectations of quality to ensure you an unmatched peace of mind every time you start your PC.

This notebook is also backed by the industry's most comprehensive warranty.

1 Year ASUS Global Warranty²

Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops:

1 year global warranty
30 day Flawless Display Guarantee
2-way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support

1 Year Accidental Damage Protection (ADP)²

Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.

Covers accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
1-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
24/7 toll-free phone support

What's in the Box

A53U-XA1
AC Adapter
6 cell Battery Pack
Warranty Information Card

Specifications

Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
Display: 15.6-inch HD display (1366 x 768)
Processor: AMD E-350 Accelerated Processor (1.60Ghz)
Graphics: AMD Radeon^™ HD 6310 graphics
WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz)
LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
Memory: 4GB DDR3 SDRAM, 2 x SODIMM Sockets (up to 8GB)
Storage: 320GB 5400RPM hard drive
Optical Drive: Super Multi DVD drive
Camera: 0.3 megapixel
Speakers: Altec Lansing speakers
Microphone: Microphone
Card Reader: 5-in-1 card reader (SD, MMC, MS, MS PRO SDHC (SD2.0)
Input / Output: 1 x Mic-in, 1 x Headphone-out, 1 x VGA port/Mini D-Sub 15-pin for external monitor, 1 x RJ-45 LAN, 3 x USB 2.0 ports
Battery: 6 cell
Dimensions: 15.2 x 10.2 x 1.4 –inches (W x D x H)
Weight: 5.72lbs (with 6 cell battery)
Color: Mocha

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¹Rated number 1 Windows-based PC maker in PCMag.com's Service & Reliability Report 2010. Rated number 1 PC brand according to SquareTrade, the leading direct-to-consumer warranty company (for more information visit http://www.squaretrade.com/pages/laptop-reliability-1109/ ). Rated number 1 reliable PC maker in Q2 2010's RESCUECOM report http://www.rescuecom.com/2010-2nd-Quarter-Computer-Reliability-Report.html
²ASUS reserves the right to exclude certain SKUs; check with your retailer to confirm coverage of specific models. Valid for notebooks purchased in the US and Canada only. Certain retailers do not participate in ADP coverage. For complete details, please visit: usa.asus.com/event/ASUS360 and adw.asus.com/.

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