Dell Vostro 360 AIO desktop Review

• Dell Vostro 360 AIO desktop

This post is about the Dell Vostro 360 AIO desktop. This was announced on the 4th Oct on the Dell blog by David Chen. You can find the announcement, as made by him below, followed by a review of the Dell Vostro 360 AIO desktop.


Today we are launching the Vostro 360 All-in-One (AIO) desktop in the US, our newest 23-inch AIO desktop designed to meet the demands of today’s small businesses. This model is an update to the Vostro 330 All-In-One and brings new features like second generation Core processors, a discrete graphics card option, and VESA mount support. The Vostro 360 AIO is available today in the United States, Canada and many countries in Latin America, EMEA and Asia Pacific and Japan. The starting price is $699 in the US, and you can visit the product details page for it here.

The Vostro 360 AIO is great for small businesses who want a versatile computer that is easy to configure, simple to run, and highly productive – all for a reasonable price. It isn’t just about the providing the right hardware though. Every Vostro computer is also backed by Dell ProSupport options that provide small businesses with flexible solutions focused on their needs, time demands and budgets. Dell recognizes that small businesses have varying needs for service and support. That’s why you can be confident in getting the right answers at the right time.

In terms of appearance, the Vostro 360 keeps in line with a sleek and compact footprint. The black body with matte back and slightly glossy front finish has a clean and professional look. There is simply one power cable that runs from the back of the unit and that’s it if you opt for the wireless keyboard and mouse. In addition, the size and overall profile of the computer has slimmed which makes the entire package simple to setup on a desk or mount onto a wall. The 23-inch (1920x1080P WLED) display weighs about 20-pounds and includes an option for a multi-input touchscreen panel with anti-smudge coating. This full high-definition display is great for maximizing productivity by having a clearer screen and more viewing area. This simple setup aims to save space on your desk and streamline your workspace by having less clutter.

Performance is one of the biggest improvements within the Vostro 360 AIO. With the inclusion of the second-gen Intel Core i3 or i5 processors, we’ve seen a performance boost of up to 33% compared to the Vostro 330. The latest Sandy Bridge processors deliver improved performance and the ability to easily handle a variety of processor-intensive tasks, high-definition media, and office applications – all at once. To cater to a variety of needs and users within your small business, 7200RPM hard drives come standard and are available in capacities ranging from 320GB all the way up to 2TB.

There are plenty of multimedia options available to meet a variety of business uses as well. The Vostro 360 has a built-in HD webcam with a dedicated privacy cover and SRS Premium Pro speakers that allow for any office to enjoy a clear picture and crisp sound when it comes to video and VOIP conferences. There are also upgrade options for a Blu-ray drive and internal Bluetooth 3.0 to allow for increased connectivity to other devices like smartphones, printers, or wireless headsets.

As I said before, the Vostro family is Dell’s only computer lineup exclusively designed to cater to the needs of today’s small businesses. In addition to the bevy of configurations options available that can scale for any small business; the Vostro 360 includes plenty of Dell service and support to help you manage behind-the-scenes of your business, your way.

• Dell’s optional ProSupport service provides fast, direct access to senior-level analysts in the Dell Expert Center 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Small business can focus on running their business, not becoming IT pros.
• Dell DataSafe online helps to manage data encryption and protects data from software corruption, accidental deletion, and hard drive crashes.
• Dell Support Center 3.0 for easy system maintenance and performance improvement. Easy access menu to backup & restore files, create and burn recovery disks
• Free, Pre-installed Trend-Micro Worry Free Business Security Service protect PC and network against virus and threats

Vostro 360 All-in-One Desktop Review

Simplify your workspace. And your work
Your computer can never be too thin or too fast. The slim, space-saving Vostro™ 360 All-in-One desktop now has powerful, brisk processors, plus a 23" WLED with optional multitouch access.

Work fast: Multitask with ease and speed on the Vostro 360 with powerful 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ processors and tons of memory.

See clearly: Enjoy vivid colors and stunning imagery all while optimizing power consumption with optional NVIDIA® discrete graphics.

Save space: The slender all-in-one design that saves space whether on your desktop or mounted on the wall (VESA mount sold separately).

This all-in-one is all about productivity.
Efficiency and inspiration abound with the Vostro 360.

Feel the speed.
You can easily multitask on the Vostro™ 360 with brisk, powerful processors and loads of memory. Multitasking through your workday can be seamless, fast and easy as your new Vostro 360 All-in-One comes with the blazing speed of Intel® processors, up to 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i5 and Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 32 / 64 Bit. You’ll also enjoy up to 4GB DDR3 of memory. With these powerful capabilities, efficiency will reign.

Get stunning graphics and help save energy.
Enjoy vivid colors and crisp imagery while optimizing power consumption with optional NVIDIA® discrete graphics. Your dynamic presentations are power packed when you opt for NVIDIA discrete graphics with Synergy switchable technology. Synergy automatically switches to the discrete graphics when your Vostro 360 needs more performance. So you can work smart and help save valuable energy all while capitalizing on a stellar graphics experience.

Take the hands-on approach.
Opt for multi-touch capability and enjoy an intuitive, efficient experience. Make work fun again. When you opt for multitouch capability on your Vostro 360 All-in-One, you can easily and effortlessly move windows and launch applications with just the touch of a finger---all on the roomy 23" WLED. It’s a whole new intuitive experience. So managing daily emails, expense reports and creating presentations becomes efficient, easy and enjoyable.

Make your office work better. And look better.
Do both easily with the smartly designed Vostro™ 360 All-in-One.

Ultrathin space-saving design
You’ll relish the one big screen, one slim design and one power cord. Even the wireless keyboard tucks (not a standard feature) away perfectly. Space is a valuable commodity. Install the Vostro 360 All-in-One in your office and enjoy its one big 23" screen, one slender profile and one single power cord. It’s just that simple—and that smart. Even the wired and the sleek wireless keyboard (not a standard feature in all regions) fit snugly under the desktop. This all-in-one is perfect for streamlining your workspace.

Bold and beautiful 23" WLED
Focus on the big picture. Keep reports, colorful presentations and emails open at once on this roomy display with full HD. Whether you‘re focusing on daily details or the big picture, it all appears crystal clear on the Vostro 360 All-in-One. Presentations, videos and everyday office applications look clean, crisp and vivid on the 23" WLED in 1920x1080 full HD resolution.


Want more space? Hang it up.
Create even more desktop space. Use the optional VESA mount (sold separately) to position your Vostro 360 on the wall. Gain even more valuable desk space by using the optional VESA mount (sold separately ) to simply and easily hang your Vostro 360 on your office wall, out of the way from vital activity. Creating more room for business success to take shape.

Technical Specification of Dell Vostro 360 AIO desktop

Processor
Intel® CoreTM i3 (2100)

Operating System
Genuine Windows® 7 Professional, 64bit with XP Mode Installed

Memory
Up to 2GB3 DDR3 SDRAM at 1333Mhz - 1 DIMMS

Chipset
Intel® H61

Audio and Speakers
HD Audio with 2x 2.5W (UI) speakers
Integrated 2.0MP HD webcam with, microphone
Dell 8-in-1 Media Card Reader
SRS Premium Voice Pro software

Hard Drive
Up to 500GB SATA hard drive (7200RPM)

Optical Drive
8 X CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW) with double layer write capability
All write drives include Roxio Creator Starter

Connectivity
Dell™ Wireless 1502 (802.11b/g/n) WLAN Card
Integrated 10/100/1000 Ethernet
Bluetooth 3.0 (Optional – Dell™ Wireless 1702 (802.11b/g/n) + BT3.0 Combo Card)

Ports, Slots & Chassis
USB: 6 externally accessible USB Ports (2 side, 4 back)
Others: RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Ethernet)
Form Factor
All-in-One Desktop Computer
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 430mm (16.93 inches)
Width: 568mm (22.36 inches)
Depth (Non-Touch): 75.5mm (2.97 inches)
Depth (Touch) : 79.0 mm (3.11 inches)
Weight:
Non Touch: 8.65kg (19.07lb)
Touch: 9.35kg (20.61lb)

Power
External 150/180W Power Adapter

Regulatory
Regulatory and Environmental Compliance
Energy Star 5.0 certified


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