The FX6831-01 Desktop Computer from Gateway is a full-featured desktop computer, capable of handling the demanding computing requirements of multimedia and gaming. The computer features a 7.1-channel sound system, ultra-fast DDR3 memory, and high-performance Radeon HD graphics.
The system is housed in a streamlined chassis with a design that is inspired by that of race cars. It features mesh venting, red accents, and red lighting effects. An integrated card reader is located at the top of the tower for convenient access, and you'll be able to use the top of the computer as a storage tray for a digital camera, iPod, phone, or another object that is similar in size.
The system is powered by a 2.8GHz Intel Core i7-860 Processor CPU, which can be clocked to 3.46GHz thanks to the Intel Turbo Boost system. It boasts 8GB of RAM, 1.5TB hard drive capacity, Gigabit Ethernet, a SuperMulti DVD burner, and ATI Radeon HD 5850 graphics. Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit) is the installed operating system.
Intel Core i7-860
With smart multi-core technology that dynamically applies processing power when needed most, the Intel Core i7-860 Processor is an incredible breakthrough. You'll multitask faster, unleash digital creativity and maximize your performance, thanks to such Intel technologies as Hyper-Threading, Turbo Boost, and Virtualization
ATI Radeon HD 5850 Series
Experience riveting high-definition gaming with the ATI Radeon HD 5850 graphics processor. Expand your visual real estate across up to three displays with revolutionary ATI Eyefinity Technology. ATI Stream accelerates even the most demanding applications. The first to deliver full support for Microsoft DirectX 11, this GPU enables rich, realistic visuals and explosive HD gaming so you can dominate the competition
Intel H57 Express Chipset
Innovating with a new architecture designed to deliver quality, performance, and industry-leading I/O technologies, the Intel H57 Express Chipset delivers new technologies and innovative capabilities for your digital world, including Intel's Quiet System Technology and its Rapid Recover Technology, which provides a recovery point that can be used to quickly recover a system
8GB DDR3 Memory
Zip through intense 3D graphics and get sleek, seamless animation during your gaming outings with 8GB of DDR3 memory. With nearly twice the bandwidth of DDR2 memory, this new technology delivers lower power consumption (plus better battery life for mobile users) and crisp visuals for graphics-rich applications, the gorgeous Windows Aero GUI, and your next-gen games
1.5TB Hard Drive
This system features a super-massive 1.5TB hard drive, capable of storing a gigantic media library and a wealth of space-hungry files
Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader with Photo Frame Button
Transfer video and photos from your digital camera with a high-performance digital media card reader that recognizes a variety of formats. And, with one simple touch of the unique photo frame button, turn your monitor into a slideshow of your favorite photos
Accenting Usability
This FX Desktop is powerful yet easy to use, thanks to front- and side-positioned ports, a USB-equipped storage tray for digital devices, and a rear compartment to unclutter wiring
Tool-Free Expansion
This system features tool-free expansion to give you easy space for extra storage and backup
Gateway Recovery Management
Use Gateway Recovery Management to create a default backup disk and an application and driver backup disk, restore the system to factory default, reinstall apps and drivers, manage password settings, recover from the hard drive, and recover from your factory recovery disk
Norton Security Trial
Your favorite Anti! Get a 60-day tryout of Norton's newest solution for antivirus, antispyware, antiphishing, website authentication, and more
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium
Genuine Windows 7 boasts faster boot times, improved performance, and advances in a number of areas like touch and security. What you'll like most is, Windows 7 just works: It simplifies everyday tasks, operates the way you want, and makes new things possible
Microsoft Works
On this system: Microsoft's latest SE edition of its word processing, spreadsheet, calendar, Internet, and e-mail suite
Note:
Certain computers might come with the unsponsored version
Sixty Days of Microsoft Office
This system comes with a free 60-day trial of Microsoft's indispensable Office 2007 suite
FX Design with Race Car Styling
Daring and distinctive, this FX system's design boasts the streamlined looks of an injection-fueled race car. Accentuating its high-performance appeal is a black glossy case with red accents and lighting effects. Are you ready to roll?
Gigabit!
Connect to the Internet and devices faster than ever with this system's Gigabit Ethernet, thanks to more bandwidth and full-duplex capacity
HDMI
Enjoy the next generation of viewing today with this system's High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video to your digital TV or LCD. Result: The smoothest, sharpest images you've ever seen
eSATA
Are you ready for transfer rates triple those of USB 2.0 and FireWire-400? Then you're ready for eSATA, the hot-swappable option designed for super-fast, super-reliable data transfer from external mass storage devices
IEEE 1394 FireWire-400
Thanks to its real-world speed specs and wide high-end device deployment, IEEE 1394 is a favorite for transferring large media files from DV camcorders, digital audio/video devices, external drives and high-performance DVD burners
HD Audio
HD audio provides your system with the support it needs to handle the most cutting-edge audio content. Plus, you'll hear more of your tunes and tones, with auditory playback coming out at a higher quality than systems without HD sound
SuperMulti DVD Burner
Burn music, videos, and more onto CDs and DVDs with this system's DVD burner