ChemUSA ChemBook 2600: more than you bargained for

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Chem USA's $2,200 ChemBook 2600 notebook computer sports a 120MHz Pentium processor, 8MB of EDO RAM (that can be upgraded to 128 MB), a memory cache of 256KB, a 10x CD-ROM, a TVT active matrix SVGA display measuring 12.1 inches, and an internal 33.6-Kbps fax/voice modem. The system features preinstalled Windows 95 and a NiMH battery with an optional lithium-ion battery. On the whole, the ChemBook 2600 was impressive for its clear, bright screen with 800x600 resolution and its number of features for only $2,200. The machine has an 86-key keyboard with two Windows keys and twelve half-sized function keys. Also, the notebook features a GlidePoint touchpad pointer, with two control buttons to support drag-and-drop operations. Although the machine does not come with MMX, it supports 16-bit stereo 3-D surround sound and is compatible with SoundBlaster Pro and MS Sound System. Chem USA says it can easily upgrade its notebooks to MMX, for those feeling limited by the generic Pentium installation.

CHEM USA Corp., Chem USA ChemBook 2600 (Pentium-based notebook)

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All-in-one cool business tool

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The LEK FutureNote 2000 features a 200MHz Pentium processor with MMX technology, 512KB of pipeline-bust cache, 32MB of RAM, an 11-speed CD-ROM, 2GB hard disk drive and a 33.6Kbps PCMCIA card. The unit comes equipped with a 12.1-inch active matrix screen, lithium-ion battery, and weighs in at 7.5 pounds. The unit is part of a new FutureNote family of 'all in one' open architecture multimedia notebooks, having a ZIF socket, DIMM sockets and support for Windows NT. Costing $2,995, the FutureNote 2000 comes with Windows 95 preinstalled, and provides for IBM OS/2 Warp or Windows NT as an option. The unit is unique in being encased in a black matte rubberized finish that is both attractive and easy to hold on to. The 12.1-inch active matrix screen features 800x600 Super VGA resolution, which displayed colors beautifully. When installing software suites, the unit was quite impressive. Office 97 Professional Edition installed quickly without any problems.

LEK Technologies Inc., LEK Technologies FutureNote 2000 (Pentium-based notebook)

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Fujitsu Lifebook 420D: a budget lifesaver

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Fujitsu PC's Lifebook 420D offers an attractive combination of high-end features in a budget-priced Pentium-based notebook computer. A $1,599 configuration features a 120MHz Pentium processor, 8MB of expandable RAM, 1GB hard disk, 10-speed CD-ROM drive, NiMH battery, 16-bit sound chip, two stereo speakers, 11.3-in active-matrix display, Windows 95, Microsoft Works, Intuit Quicken SE, LapLink, SoftPEG and PC Doctor. The display shows bright and clear colors. The quiet 86-key keyboard and two-button touch pad are both comfortable. The standard battery lasts for 1 hour 45 minutes when the Lifebook is powered up. An optional lithium-ion battery will add three hours of battery life. Fujitsu offers a 1-year warranty that includes toll-free technical support.

Fujitsu PC Corp., Fujitsu LifeBook 420D (Pentium-based notebook)

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