compaq ghz laptop for $800 @radioshack

[mojo]

http://www.radioshack.com/partners/compaq/RSCompaqColorKitGateway.asp


$1200
minus

$100 instant rebate
$100 Radio Shack MIR #1
$100 Radio Shack MIR #2
$100 Compaq Rebate

=$800 +shipping

apply for rs cc in store and get another 10% off, making it $690


shamelessly swiped from another forum. i guess the deal starts tomorrow (?) which is why the instant rebate doesn't show at the site.

[Box]

I tore this off the radioshack site. Some more information

- box



Compaq Presario 723RSH Internet Notebook PC

http://www.radioshack.com/images/ProductCatalog/ProductImage/25/25-341.jpg

$1,199.99 Reg. Price Brand: Compaq
Cat.#: 25-341 Model: 723RSH
(Pricing and Availability may vary outside the contiguous 48 United States.)


Where to Buy
On-line Yes
In Stores Yes
1-800-THE-SHACK Yes


Get a $100 Mail-in Rebate from RadioShack
Get an Additional $100 Mail-in Rebate from RadioShack
Get a $100 Mail-in Rebate from Compaq

Notebook PC helps you get work or research done on the go. Comes with everything you need in a computer, plus Compaq Customer Service and Support.

Standard Features:
• 14.1" TFT XGA Display1
• AMD® Mobile Duron™ Processor2 1.0 GHz featuring PowerNow! Technology
• 64KB On-Chip Cache
• 128MB 133 MHz SyncDRAM, upgradeable to 384 MB
• 20.0GB Hard Drive
• 24X CD-ROM Drive
• 56K ITU V.92 PCI4
• 10/100 Base-T Ethernet Port
• 4X AGP with VIA ProSavage KN133 Graphics
• JBL Pro Audio Speakers with Bass Reflex
• High-capacity Li-ION Battery
• 3.5" 1.44 MB Diskette Drive

Disclaimers:
1 Viewable Image Size.
2 AMD, the AMD logo, and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
3 Video memory dedicated from system RAM.
4 Capable of 56K downloads. Actual speed may vary.

Graphics:
• 4X AGP with VIA ProSavage KN133 Graphics
• 32 MB shared video memory3
• Maximum internal resolution of up to 1024x768x16M; with external monitor—1600x1200 non-interlaced
• 24-bit color provides up to 16M brilliant colors
• Video Player (AVI, MPEG, and others)
• S-Video TV-Out
• MPEG full-motion video playback

Audio:
• JBL Pro Audio Speakers with Bass Reflex
• High-power, low-distortion amplifiers
• Ported bass reflex enclosures
• Audio CD Player with control function keys (Play/Pause, Stop, Previous Track, Next Track)
• Digital Volume Control

Pre-Installed Software:5
• Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer 6.0
• America Online 6.0
• Microsoft® Works 6.0
• Microsoft® Money 2001

Internet/Online: 6
• Microsoft® Encarta Online Deluxe Encyclopedia—1-year subscription
• CompuServe 6.0
• Netscape 6.0
• Microsoft® Media Player 7

Software on CD:
• Norton Anti-Virus 2002
• Getting Started and Documentation Suite
• Quick Restore and Application Restore

Keyboard/Touchpad:
• Full-size keys and separate cursor controls keys (88 keys)
• 101-key compatible
• Windows® operating system keys
• Touchpad pointing device
• Internet Scroll—scroll horizontally and vertically through web pages and document

Compaq Internet Zone:
• Instant connection to Compaq for product information, helpful hints, performance updates and much more
• One-touch access to your Media Player
• One-touch access to email
• Personalized start page from local news and media companies you trust
• Launches help and support and provides your notebook with one-touch access to web-based service and support information

Security Features:
• Power-on password
• Reinforced security slot; accepts 3rd-party security lock devices

Power Conservation:
• Hibernation and sleep
• Performance on demand with PowerNow! Technology

Expansion Slots:
• One (1) Type I/II/III PC Card slot with support for 32-bit CardBus

I/O Interfaces:
• Two (2) USB connectors
• Parallel SPP/ECP standard interface; (DB25 connector)
• Mouse or keyboard port—PS2 style
• RJ-45 Ethernet jack
• RJ-11 Modem jack
• Two audio ports (headphones/speaker out, microphone-in)
• S-Video TV-Out
• External VGA monitor port

Compatibility/Compliance:
• Plug-and-Play
• Ethernet Network Compatibility

Service & Support:
• All Presario Notebooks—1-year parts, 1-year labor
• 24x7 eServices through www.compaq.com/consumersupport
for the fastest path to accurate answers

Dimensions & Weight (LxWxH):
• Unit: 1.64x12.4x10.6" (6.39 lbs.)
• Package: 15x17.13x7.68" (13.3 lbs.)

Disclaimers:
1 Viewable Image Size.
2 AMD, the AMD logo, and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
3 Video memory dedicated from system RAM.
4 Capable of 56K downloads. Actual speed may vary.
5 Preinstalled software may differ from its retail version and may not include user manuals or all program functionality.
6 Internet products require service from an internet service provider for an additional fee and may not be available in all areas.

[EmailNBheleu]

I went to the site and only see the two plus printer.
1)Must buy at B&M.
2)Free Printer
3)Instant $100
4)Mail in $100 (http://www.radioshack.com/images/rebates/2500341.pdf)
5)Possible RadioShack 10% when get credit card, not sure on this.

If you have the two radioshack $100 off links, please post.
Thanks,


EmailNBheleu

[ribitch]

i'm not a fan of compaq laptops. I have bad experiences with their networking capabilities