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Although some of the smaller manufacturers are beginning to account for a substantial portion of the notebook market, the respected brands of HP, Lenovo (IBM), Toshiba, Dell and Acer are still the brands of laptop computer people are turning to.

Popular laptop computer models

Most of the major notebook manufacturers have models for less than $2000, suitable for the average user. These generally come with Windows XP installed as standard. Examples include:

  • HP nx6125 (ER667PA) (from $1030)

The basic laptop comes with a 1.8GHz processor; 15 inch screen; 40GB hard drive; 256MB RAM (memory); DVD CD-RW combo and high speed modem. Other models are available which include a larger hard drive and more RAM, among other things.

  • Asus A6010U (around $1350)

Excellent value, including a 1.8GHz processor; 15 inch screen; 60GB hard drive; 512MB Ram; DVD burner and in-built web camera.

  • Dell Inspiron 6400UMA (around $1400)

This Dell laptop computer is one of the most affordable laptop computers around and includes a 1.66GHz processor; 60GB hard drive; 512MB RAM and 15.4 inch screen. It also includes a DVD burner as standard. Upgrades are available for extra cost.

  • Sony VAIO VGNFJ56G (around $1500)

Comes with Windows XP Home; 1.4GHz processor; 14 inch screen; 40GB hard drive; 256MB Ram and DVD CD-RW combo.

  • Samsung R45 intel Centrino 740 (around $1700)

A perfect family laptop computer including a 1.73GHz processor; 15 inch screen; 60GB hard drive; 512MB Ram and a DVD/CD-RW combo.

  • Fujitsu LBS7020D ($1600 - $2000))

Very attractive laptop including a 1.4GHz processor; 14 inch screen; 40GB hard drive; 512MB Ram; combo DVD/CD drive and modem.

  • Toshiba Tecra A3X P-M 740 (around $2000)

Toshiba Tecra laptops are designed as a mobile replacement for standard desktop computers. The A3X P-M 740 has a 1.73GHz processor; 15 inch display; 60GB hard drive; 512MB RAM and a DVD/CD combo.

For more information on these or any of the many other models available, check out the specific manufacturer's website.

Finally, just a note on one of the smaller laptop computer manufacturers. Optima Technology Solutions are the largest Australian manufacturer of computers and computing products and have recently developed three new notebook computer series; the Centoris TW series, DW series and SW series. These laptops include the latest technology to create a high-performance notebook with power-saving capabilities and increased wireless connectivity.

Optima have a number of laptop computers available, perfect for the home user including:

  • the Centoris G300 series from $1299

Basic model includes a 1.6GHz processor; 15 inch display; 128MB RAM and 40GB hard drive.

  • the Centoris RW series from $1499

Basic model includes a 1.6GHz processor; 14 inch display; 256MB RAM and 40GB hard drive.

  • the Centoris KN Notebook series from $1599

Basic model includes a 1.6GHz processor; 15.4 inch display; 128MB RAM and 40GB hard drive.

  • the Centoris KN Performance series from $1899
Basic model includes a 1.6GHz processor; 15.4 inch display; 128MB RAM and 40GB hard drive.