PrintProduct number
PP177AA
Introduction date
01/10/2005
Country/region sold in
- United States
- Canada
Bundle information
The HP a813w-b desktop PC bundle (part number PP178AA and PP178AB) includes:
- a813w Desktop PC, part number PP177AA
- VF17 17" flat panel TFT LCD display
- HP FLC 2.0 speakers
Hardware
Base processor
Pentium4 520 (P) HT 2.8 GHz:
- 800 MHz Front side bus
- Socket 775
Chipset
Intel 915G
Motherboard
- Manufacturer: Asus
- Motherboard Name: PTGD1-LA
- HP motherboard name: Grouper-GL8E
Memory
| Component | Attributes |
|---|---|
| Memory Installed | 512 MB (2 x 256) |
| Maximum allowed | 4.0 GB* (4 X 1 GB) requires the replacement of the installed 256 MB DIMMs *Actual available memory may be less |
| Speed supported | PC3200 MB/sec |
| Type | 184 pin, DDR SDRAM |
| DIMM slots | Four |
| Open DIMM slots | Two |
Hard drive
- 160 GB SATA
- 7200 rpm
16x DVD(+/-)R/RW DL drive
(must use Double-Layer media discs in order to take advantage of the DL technology)
| type | Attributes |
|---|---|
| DVD+R DL Write Once | 2.4X |
| DVD+R Write Once | 16X |
| DVD+RW Rewritable | 4X |
| DVD-R Write Once | 8X |
| DVD-RW Rewritable | 4X |
| DVD ROM Read | 16X |
| CD-R Write Once | 40X |
| CD-RW Rewritable | 24X |
| CD-ROM Read | 40X |
DVD-ROM drive
Maximum speed: 16X
Modem
PCI K56flex data/fax modem
Video graphics
Integrated with up to 64 MB allocated video memory
Sound/audio
Integrated High Definition audio
- Realtek ALC 880 chipset
- 8-channels for Full Dolby 5.1/6.1/7.1 surround sound support with Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Network (LAN)
Integrated 10/100 Base-T networking interface
Power Supply
- AC input voltage (47-63Hz):
- 100-127V/8A
- 200-240V/4A
- DC output wattage: 300 Watts
Memory card reader
- USB interface
- Supports the following cards:
- Compact Flash I
- Compact Flash II
- SmartMedia
- Memory Stick
- Memory Stick Pro
- MultiMediaCard
- Secure Digital (SD)
- Micro Drive
- XD Picture Card (xD = extreme digital)
External I/O ports
I/O ports on the front panel
| Port type | Quantity |
|---|---|
| 9-in-1 (4 slot) + 1 USB | One |
| IEEE 1394 | One |
| USB (2.0) | Two |
| Headphone | One |
| Line-in | One |
| Microphone | One |
I/O ports on the back panel
| Port type | Quantity |
|---|---|
| PS/2 (keyboard, mouse) | Two (one each) |
| VGA (monitor) | One |
| Parallel | One |
| USB (2.0) | Four |
| IEEE 1394 | One |
| LAN | One |
| Audio | One each (line-in, line-out, microphone) |
Expansion slots (total)
| Slot type | Quantity |
|---|---|
| PCI | Three (two available) |
| PCI Express | One (available) |
| DIMM | Four (two available) |
Drive bays (total)
| Bay type | Quantity |
|---|---|
| 5.25-inch, external | Two (occupied) |
| 3.5-inch, external | Two (one available) |
Keyboard and mouse
- HP PS/2 internet keyboard
- Quebec Keyboard Kit (French Canada only)
- HP PS/2 scroller mouse
Software
NOTE:HP provides basic support for software that comes with the computer. For in-depth feature assistance, refer to the help section in the software or on the software vendor's Web site.
Key to software:
- cd/dvd = media included in box
- fc = only available in French Canada
- nfc = not available in French Canada
| Software Category | Software Title |
|---|---|
| Operating System |
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| CD/CD-RW/DVD/DVD+RW |
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| Education and Reference |
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| Entertainment, Music, and Games |
|
| Imaging, Photography, Video, and Film |
|
| Productivity and Finance |
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| PC Security |
|
| Utility, Maintenance, and Performance |
|
| HP Recovery |
|
| Service and Support |
|
| ISP Signup |
|
Warranty
| Warranty type | Warranty duration |
|---|---|
| Hardware Parts and Labor | One year from date of purchase |
| Technical Telephone Assistance | One year from date of purchase 24 hour/7 days a week |
| Software Application Support | 90 days 24 hour/7 days a week |
| Software Media Replacement | 90 days (on media shipped in box from factory) |
| Self Repair Kits (express parts program) | One year from date of purchase |
| Return to HP or to an Authorized Service Provider | One year from date of purchase |
