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features
LED Backlit Display

Backlit Display With a 16:9 aspect ratio, the Q430-JU01 provides sharper, brighter images and the most accurate representation of High Definition (HD) video content and games. So you can watch true HD movies in 16:9 widescreen format that fits the full size of the screen, without any black bands. You'll see images that are fine-tuned with the sharpest details and boldest colors on the Q430-JU01’s 14" HD LED display. And the LED-backlit display has edge-to-edge glass which gives you a rich viewing experience.
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Simple Data Sharing

Simply Data Sharing With a host of advanced connectivity tools, including a 3-in-1 memory card reader and 3 x USB 2.0 ports (1 chargeable), you can seamlessly move data from your digital camera, camcorder, MP3 player or PDA straight to the notebook.

NVIDIA® Graphics

NVIDIA® Graphics With 512 MB of dedicated graphics memory and the NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 310 M graphics engine, expect superior graphics performance on multimedia applications, including photo and video editing, as well as gaming. You can get the most out of the latest state-of-the-art 3D computer games and action-packed High Definition movies.

Island Style Keyboard

Island style Keyboard The key to getting more done has to do with an ergonomically designed keyboard. The Island style keyboard design of the Q430-JU01 provides a larger separation between individual keys. This creates easier, faster typing with fewer mistakes.

Simple Chic Design

Simple Chic  Design With the Samsung Q430-JU01 notebook, your concept of productivity is elevated to an entirely new level. This feature-rich notebook has a simple yet chic aluminum surface, finished smartly in black. When you open it, it’s 14" edge-to-edge LED-backlit LCD delivers bright, colorful images for a rich viewing experience.

Samsung Recovery Solution

Samsung Recovery Solution Peace of mind is here in the form of Samsung’s Recovery Solution. It automatically and regularly backs up your PC data to the hard drive. So you can quit worrying and quit manually backing up your files.

EPEAT

EPEAT EPEAT registered products contain reduced levels of cadmium, lead, and mercury to better protect human health and the environment. EPEAT registered Samsung PCs are more energy efficient, which saves money and reduces greenhouse gas emission by providing a design that is easy to disassemble and upgrade. A EPEAT Silver product meets all 23 required criteria plus 50 percent of 28 optional criteria

specifications
Display
  • 14.0" Screen
    14.0" Screen

    The diagonal measurement of a laptop screen, from corner to corner.


  • LED Backlit
System Memory
  • 4GB DDR3 System Memory
    4GB DDR3 System Memory

    Total amount of available memory may be less based on system configurations graphics support, and other factors.


Storage
  • 500GB Hard Drive Capacity
    500GB Hard Drive Capacity

    Accessible capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes, GB = 1 billion bytes, TB = 1 trillion bytes. Please note that a portion of the hard drive is reserved for system recovery, operating system and preloaded content software.


Graphics
  • NVIDIA GeForce 310M Graphic Processor
    NVIDIA GeForce 310M Graphic Processor

    Specialized CPU - in cell phones, computers, game consoles - that offloads graphics from a processor.


  • 512MB Shared Memory
    512MB Shared Memory

    Storage that retrieves and modifies data in blocks, rather than individually, for optimal graphic performance.


Sound & Camera
  • 0.3 Megapixel Integrated Camera
    0.3 Megapixel Integrated Camera

    Built-in, high-res camera above screen that enables user to video chat, conference, and upload clips.


Wireless
  • 802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN
    802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN

    Technology that links a computer to Local Area Networks (LAN) without wires, often for internet access.


I/O Ports
  • VGA
  • 1 HDMI Output
    1 HDMI Output

    High-Definition Multimedia Interface. Industry standard for transmitting HD video between components.


  • Headphone Out
  • Mic-in
  • 3 USB 2.0
    3 USB 2.0

    Universal Serial Bus. Interface standard for connecting peripherals to a computer. USB 2.0 is high-speed.


  • 2 Multi Card Slots
  • RJ45 LAN
    RJ45 LAN

    Terminal that is used to connect a computer to Local Area Networks (LAN) via an ethernet cable.


Input Devices
  • Touch Pad
    Touch Pad

    Surface on keyboard (and monitor) that translates position of fingers to a relative position on screen.


Power
  • 60 Watt AC Adapter
Security & Safety
  • Kensington Key Lock Capable
    Kensington Key Lock Capable

    Anti-theft system in which a key or combination lock and cable apparatus can attach to the computer.


Dimensions
  • 13.5" x 1.3" x 9.4"
    13.5" x 1.3" x 9.4"

    Width, height and depth of the laptop, as measured in inches (in.).


Weight
  • 5.25 lbs. With Stand
Warranty
  • 1 Year Warranty
Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification