Asus X53E

The Asus X53E is a 15.6-inch Windows laptop released by Asus in 2011. The X53E model was sold as part of the X-Series of laptops. AsusTek Computer Inc., more commonly known as ASUS, is an electronics company based in Taipei, Taiwan. Founded in 1989, ASUS began as a computer hardware company, creating computer motherboards for noteworthy companies such as IBM.

The Asus X53E-SB31 model includes an Intel Core i3 second generation dual-core 2310M processor with a 3 MB cache and a Mobile Intel HM65 Express chipset. The computer runs on the Windows 7 Home Premium operating system. This model features a red body color. It includes 4 GB of RAM but can support up to 8 GB with two RAM slots. It is sold with a 500 GB hard-disk drive. This model features a dustproof coating and a 56-Watt-hour 6-cell battery.

The Asus X53E models include the name “Asus” printed in stylized capital letters in the center of the computer’s bottom bezel. In the Asus logo, the ‘A’ typically does not include a horizontal bar. The Asus logo is also printed in the center of the laptop’s back cover. The laptop’s trackpad is centered with the keyboard’s spacebar and includes right- and left-click buttons.

GENERAL:

• Manufacturer: Asus

PROCESSOR / CHIPSET:

• CPU: Intel Core i3 (2nd Gen) 2310M / 2.1 GHz
  • Note: Core i5 and Core i7 options are also available.
• Number of Cores: Dual-Core
• Cache: 3 MB
• 64-bit Computing: Yes
• Chipset Type: Mobile Intel HM65 Express

CACHE MEMORY:

• Installed Size: 3 MB

STORAGE:

• Interface: Serial ATA-300 (SATA-600 compatible)
• Optical Drive: DVD±RW (±R DL)

RAM:

• Memory Speed: 1333 MHz
• Technology: DDR3 SDRAM
• Installed Size: 4 GB

MEMORY:

• Max Supported Size: 8 GB
  • NOTE: Core i5 and i7 CPUs can support up to 16 or 32GB, depending on the CPU. However, this is not supported by Asus.
• Technology: DDR3 SDRAM
• Speed: 1333 MHz
• Form Factor: SO-DIMM 204-pin
• Slots Qty: 2

DISPLAY:

• LCD Backlight Technology: LED backlight
• Widescreen Display: Yes
• Image Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Monitor Features: 30 Days Bright Dot Return
• Type: LED
• Diagonal Size (metric): 39.6 cm
• Display Resolution Abbreviation: HD (1366x768)

HARD DRIVE:

• Spindle Speed: 5400 rpm
• Type: HDD
• Capacity: 500 GB
  • Note: Other drives were also available, notably larger capacities like 750GB.

AUDIO & VIDEO:

• Graphics Processor: Intel HD Graphics 3000
• Integrated Webcam: Yes
• Sound: Altec Lansing speakers, microphone

INPUT:

• Type: keyboard, touchpad
• Features: Palm Proof Technology, dustproof

COMMUNICATIONS:

• Wireless Protocol: 802.11b/g/n
• Wired Protocol: Gigabit Ethernet

OPTICAL STORAGE:

• Drive Type: DVD-Writer
• Type: DVD±RW (±R DL)

PROCESSOR:

• CPU Type: Core i3
  • Note: Core i5 and Core i7 options are also available.
• Processor Number: i3-2310M
• Generation: 2
• Manufacturer: Intel
• Clock Speed: 2.1 GHz

CARD READER:

• Type: 4 in 1 card reader
• Supported Flash Memory: Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card

BATTERY:

• Capacity: 56 Wh
• Cells: 6-cell

AC ADAPTER:

• Input: AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
• Output: 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A

CONNECTIONS & EXPANSION:

• Interfaces
  • Headphone output
  • Microphone input
  • LAN
  • VGA
  • HDMI
  • 3 x USB 2.0
• Memory Card Reader: 4 in 1 (SD Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard)

HEADER:

• Brand: ASUS
• Product Line: ASUS X series
• Model: SB31
• Compatibility: PC

NETWORKING:

• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n

MISCELLANEOUS:

• Color: red
• Case Material: aluminum
• Features: ASUS IceCool design, ASUS Power4Gear, hard drive password, system password
• Included Accessories: power adapter

MONITOR:

• Diagonal Size: 15.6 in

SOFTWARE:

• Microsoft Office Preloaded: Includes a pre-loaded image of select Microsoft Office 2010 suites. Purchase an Office 2010 Product Key Card or disc to activate preloaded software on this PC.

SYSTEM:

• Notebook Type: notebook
• Platform: Windows
• Hard Drive Capacity: 500 GB

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT:

• Width: 14.9 in
• Depth: 10 in
• Height: 1.4 in

MAINBOARD:

• Chipset Type: Mobile Intel HM65 Express

ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS:

• ENERGY STAR Certified: Yes

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Weight: 5.73 lbs

OPERATING SYSTEM / SOFTWARE:

• OS Provided: Type: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Edition

VIDEO OUTPUT:

• Graphics Processor: Intel HD Graphics 3000
• Graphics Processor Series: Intel HD Graphics

NOTEBOOK CAMERA:

• Integrated Webcam: Yes

SERVICE & SUPPORT DETAILS:

• Type: accidental damage coverage, limited warranty
• Full Contract Period: 1 year

• Asus X53E Support
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