Product Description

1.1 Models

Model naming conventions are shown in Tables 1-1 through 1-3.

Table 1-1

Compaq Evo Notebook N410c and N400c

Model Naming Conventions

Key

N4c

 

P

 

120

 

X2

30

0

 

C

 

128

O

 

XXXXXX-XXX

1

 

 

2

 

3

 

4

5

6

 

7

 

8

9

 

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Key

 

Description

 

Options

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

Brand/Series

 

N = Evo Notebook

4

= Ultra portable

 

 

designator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

c = Common

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

Processor type

 

P = Intel Pentium III

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

Processor speed

 

120 = 1.20 GHz

 

850 = 850 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

100 = 1.00 GHz

 

700 = 700 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

 

Display type/

 

X = XGA (1024 × 768)

 

 

 

 

 

 

size/resolution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

Hard drive size

 

30 = 30.0 MB

 

20 = 20.0 MB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

 

Optical drive

 

0 = None

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

designator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

 

Integrated

 

 

 

M = Modem

 

 

 

C = Modem/NIC

 

 

communication

 

0 = None

 

 

 

 

 

combination card

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

 

RAM

 

 

 

25 = 256 MB

 

0

= None

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12 = 128 MB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

 

Operating system

 

E = Windows XP

 

2

= Windows 2000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Home

 

 

 

6

= Windows 2000/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O = Windows XP Pro

 

 

Window NT 4.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

o = Windows XP/

 

 

 

dual install

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Windows 2000

 

8

= Windows 98

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

dual install

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

 

SKU#

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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N410c specifications

The Compaq N410c is a versatile and reliable laptop that was part of the Compaq Presario line, designed primarily for the budget-conscious consumer who sought functionality without compromising performance. Launched in the early 2000s, the N410c captured attention for its blend of essential features and portable design, making it suitable for both students and professionals alike.

At the core of the Compaq N410c is its durable build quality, which meets the needs of users who require a robust device for daily use. Weighing in at around 5.5 pounds, it offered a good balance between portability and performance. The 14.1-inch TFT display provided decent brightness and clarity, ensuring effective viewing for various tasks, whether it was for school projects, business presentations, or simple web browsing.

Equipped with a Pentium 4 processor, the N410c delivered adequate processing power for typical applications of its time. It supported up to 512 MB of RAM, which, though modest by contemporary standards, was sufficient for basic multitasking and running essential software. Additionally, the laptop featured a hard drive capacity of up to 60 GB, providing ample space for documents, media, and applications.

Connectivity options on the Compaq N410c included integrated Ethernet and a 56K modem, which catered to users in both home and office environments. The presence of USB ports allowed for easy connections with peripherals such as printers, external drives, and mice, enhancing the user experience.

In terms of software, the Compaq N410c typically shipped with Windows XP, an operating system known for its user-friendly interface and support for a wide range of applications. Users appreciated the laptop's compatibility with various productivity tools, which made it an attractive choice for everyday tasks.

Overall, the Compaq N410c combined practical features with reasonable performance, securing its place as a popular model among budget-friendly laptops of its era. While it may not possess the cutting-edge technologies of modern devices, its emphasis on durability, functionality, and user experience made it a respected option during its heyday, particularly for those who required a solid workhorse for everyday computing needs.
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