Powered by new Intel® CoreTM Duo and CoreTM 2 Duo Processors
The next generation of Intel dual-core processors has arrived. The Intel Core 2 Duo processor offers up to a 37% performance increase over similarly configured notebooks with equivalent Pentium M processors3 and up to 12% overall system performance improvement over first generation Intel Core Duo processor platforms.4
Windows VistaTM
dell computers with Windows VistaTM offer a whole new way to manage your precious memories, your music and your life, all with a new sense of security. Build an exciting new world on a dell PC with Windows Vista today.
Multitasking on the Move
The Intel Core 2 Duo processor leverages two execution cores on a single chip to help increase your PC's ability to run multiple applications smoothly with fewer hiccups.
Learn More about Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
Added Control Features
Genuine Windows VistaTM puts a variety of controls at your fingertips to help you protect data, stay connected and share resources within your company, making it a leading choice for businesses.
Larger-than-Life Viewing
The inspiron 9400 offers an incredible viewing experience featuring an optional 17-inch widescreen UXGA display that gives you enough space to run applications side-by-side with incredible detail. Optional TruelifeTM technology boosts image clarity even further, offering up to a 10% higher contrast ratio than comparable displays with anti-glare coatings.
Play Harder
The integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 lets you enjoy movies and video with fast motion and impressive clarity. Take your visual experience even further by upgrading to the 256MB ATI MOBILITYTM RADEON® x1400 with HyperMemoryTM 5 to enjoy high-definition video, and 3D graphics and effects with stunning detail.
Built for the Road Warrior
RoadReadyTM durable design and rigorous testing delivers a dependable customer experience.
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Comprehensive Connectivity
The dell inspiron 9400 incorporates HyperConnectTM technology - a portfolio of wireless options providing the freedom to be connected virtually anywhere around the home10. You can share Internet connections, rich media, devices and resources. And with dual HyperBand diversity antennae, you’re set to go for mobile presentations
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HyperConnectTM with Mobile Broadband Technology
Quickly download complex files and large email attachments. Access mission-critical data and applications when and where you need them the most.
Enable extended wireless data connectivity for your DellTM InspironTM notebook virtually anywhere you can make a cellular phone call.
Mobile broadband gives you the power to stay productive and responsive. HyperConnect while on the go, right from your dell notebook.
dell Exclusive: MediaDirectTM featuring Instant OfficeTM
Access your calendar, contacts, and presentations faster without starting Windows - a dell exclusive! dell MediaDirectTM also puts your videos, music and photos at your fingertips. MediaDirect will work with content stored on the hard drive, optical drive, a USB key or the integrated 5-in-1 media card reader. dell's major notebook competitors "instant on" solutions don't provide this level of "instant office" functionality, flexibility and ease of usability.
Audio Onboard
Pump up the volume with the inspiron 9400's built-in speakers and subwoofer, which offer stunning integrated audio for music, movies, games and other applications that use sound.
That's Entertainment
The dual-core processor, up to 2GB of dual-channel memory, a 17-inch widescreen display, integrated stereo sound with a built-in subwoofer and up to 200GB6 of storage capacity means you can get more out of entertainment.
More is More
More power, more storage and more speed mean a more intense audio/visual experience. Watch DVDs and videos, listen to your favourite songs, organize and edit digital photos, and more - the inspiron 9400 has power to spare.
Service, Security and Support
You get award-winning service & support with every dell notebook product you buy. However by extending your limited warranty, In-home service, and Hardware Warranty Support term to up to four years you can enjoy the comfort of knowing your system will be serviced for up to four years! Peace of mind has never been easier. Other conditions apply.
In-Home Service
If you prefer not sending your computer away, you may get dell's In-Home Service (for an additional charge) and, after a telephone troubleshooting session, a third party technician may come to your home, if necessary to repair your system or install any necessary replacement parts - often the next business day.
CompleteCareTM Accidental Damage Service
dell's CompleteCareTM provides repair or replacement of your inspiron notebook for any damage that is caused by accidents or other incidents beyond your reasonable control. CompleteCareTM helps protect your notebook against the rough and tumble world of mobile computing. The combination of CompleteCareTM and dell's rugged, high quality notebooks can provide outstanding investment protection. This service is a supplement to dell's Next Business Day Limited Warranty and covers non-intentional, accidental damage for 1, 2, 3 or 4 years.
Processors
Intel® CoreTM Duo Processor T2250 (1.60GHz, 2MB L2 Cache, 533MHz FSB)
Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo Processor T5600 (1.83GHz, 2MB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB)
Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo Processor T7200 (2GHz, 4MB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB)
Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo Processor T7400 (2.16GHz, 4MB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB)
Operating Systems
Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Premium
Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Basic
For more details on dell systems that run Windows Vista
Office Suites & Productivity
Standard:
WordPerfect®
Optional:
Microsoft Works Suite
WordPerfect Office 12
Microsoft Office 2003 Basic Edition
Microsoft Office 2003 Small Business Edition
Microsoft Office 2003 Professional Edition
Memory
Up to 2GB of Dual Channel 667MHz DDR2 memory provides blazing performance.
DDR2 667MHz dual channel7 memory offers excellent performance and bandwidth. This memory architecture is designed to help improve overall system performance and reduce power consumption. As demands from processors, graphics and networking increase, DDR2 is the new standard in notebook memory.
I/O Ports
IEEE 1394 integrated port (1394 cable and software sold separately)
6-USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) compliant 4-pin connectors
5-in-1 integrated memory card reader
Video: 15-pin monitor connector
Digital Video Interface (DVI)
S-Video: 7-pin mini-DIN connector
Audio jacks: Stereo headphones/speakers miniconnector (same as line-out), microphone miniconnector
Chassis
17-inch WXGA+ and WUXGA displays:
Height: 1.6-inches (41.5 mm)
Width: 15.5-inches (394 mm)
Depth: 11.3-inches (287 mm)
Weight: Starting at 7.94 lbs. (3.60 kg). Weight shown is with 17" WXGA+ display, optical drive and 53Whr 6-cell battery.8
Power
Battery:
6 Cell 53 WHr Lithium Ion Primary battery.
Optional: 9 Cell 80 WHr Li-Ion primary battery.
AC Adapter:
Input voltage: 90 to 264 VAC
Input current (maximum): 1.5A
Output current: 5.62A max at 4-second pulse, 4.62A continuous
Output power: 90W standard
Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.1-inch (28mm) x 2.3-inch (59mm) x 5.25-inch (134mm)
Weight (with cables): 0.9 lbs. (0.4 kg)
Power Management
Suspend-to-RAM mode
Suspend-to-disk mode
Stand-by mode (turns off LED and HDD)
Slots
Express card slot
Please note that this system has a ExpressCard slot and support the ExpressCard format only. This system does not have a PCMCIA card slot.
Office Suites & Productivity
Standard:
WordPerfect®
Optional:
Microsoft Works Suite
WordPerfect Office 12
Microsoft Office 2003 Basic Edition
Microsoft Office 2003 Small Business Edition
Microsoft Office 2003 Professional Edition
Security Utilities
Standard:
Limited trial security software
Optional:
McAfee® Security Center - 15-month subscription (3 month trial period included, standard)11
Norton® Internet Security 2006 - 15 month subscription (3 month trial period included, standard)11
PC-CillinTM Internet Security - 15-month subscription (3 month trial period included, standard)11
Extended 24 and 36 month subscriptions may also be available at time of purchase.
Entertainment Software
Standard:
dell Jukebox - Easy-to-use music player and CD burning software
dell Media Experience
Paint ShopTM Studio® Trial plus Photo AlbumTM Starter Edition
Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 6.0
Optional:
dell Jukebox PLUS - Rip and burn CDs fast, print CD labels
dell Jukebox Premium - Jukebox PLUS w/ Lifetime Upgrades
dell Media Experience Deluxe
dell Media Experience Deluxe with Remote Control
Photo Album Premium - Enhance, Organize, and Share Photos
Paint Shop Studio®
Paint Shop Studio® and Photo AlbumTM Premium
Adobe® Acrobat® Elements 6.0 - Publish to PDF
WXGA+ and WUXGA
Standard: 17 inch Wide Screen XGA+
Optional: 17 inch UltraSharpTM Wide Screen UXGA with TrueLifeTM
Graphics
Standard:
17 inch Wide Screen WXGA+
Integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 up to 224MB
Optional:
17 inch UltraSharpTM Wide Screen UXGA with TrueLifeTM
256MB ATI MOBILITYTM RADEON® x1400 HyperMemory5
256MB NVIDIA® GeForceTM Go7900 GS
Hard Drives
Up to 200GB 4200RPM SATA hard drive lets you store and access abundant data on your notebook.
Optical Devices
Standard:
Combo Drive: 24x/10x/24x CD-RW and 8x DVD-ROM
Optional:
DVD+RW: 8x DVD+/-RW2
Floppy Drive
Optional: External USB floppy drive
Optional: 512MB USB memory key12
Sound
Standard:
High definition integrated stereo sound with Integrated subwoofer
Stereo headphones/speakers miniconnector (same as line-out)
Media Controls
External media controls placed front & center for easy control of volume, playback, fast forward, and rewind of CDs and DVDs.
dell MediaDirectTM Button
Modems
Integrated v.92 56K13 capable modem
Network Interface
Integrated 10/100 Ethernet
Wireless Networking
Standard: dell 1390 Internal Wireless (802.11b/g)
Optional: Intel® ProWireless 3945 (802.11 a/b/g) mini wireless card
Optional: Internal dell Wireless 350 Bluetooth Module
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