QuickSpecs

HP Compaq dc7900 Business PC

Standard Features and Configurable Components

Operating System -

Preinstalled

Genuine Windows Vista Business 32*

One of the following

 

Genuine Windows Vista Business 64*

 

 

Genuine Windows Vista Home Basic 32*

 

 

Genuine Windows Vista Ultimate 32*

 

 

Genuine Windows Vista Business with downgrade to Windows XP

 

 

Professional custom installed *+

 

 

FreeDOS

 

Supported

Genuine Windows XP Home Edition

 

 

Genuine Windows XP Professional

 

Certified

SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop

* Certain Windows Vista product features require advanced or additional hardware. See: www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/hardwarereqs.mspx and www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx for details. WindowsVista Upgrade Advisor can help you determine which features of Windows Vista will run on your computer. To download the tool, visit: www.windowsvista.com/upgradeadvisor.

+ Windows Vista Business disk may be included for future upgrade if desired. To qualify for this downgrade an end user must be a business (including governmental or educational institutions) and is expected to order at least 25 customer systems with the same custom image.

† The following features are not supported on Linux certified systems:

HP 22-in-1 Media Card Reader

HP 1.44-MB External USB Diskette Drive

TPM 1.2 Security Chip

Intel Pro 1000 PT PCIe x1 Gigabit NIC

Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet Plus PCIe NIC

HP 802.11b/g/n Wireless PCIe x1 Card

Intel WiFi Link 5100 a/b/g/n (USDT) Wireless NIC

Agere PCI 56K International SoftModem

LSI PCIe x1 56K International SoftModem

ATI Radeon 3470 256MB SH PCIe x16 graphics card

ATI Radeon HD 2400XT 256MB DH PCIe x16 graphics card

ATI Radeon HD 3650 512MB DH PCIe x16 graphics card

NVIDIA Quadro NVS 290 256MB dual head graphics adapter

HP USB Smartcard Keyboard

HP 2nd Serial Port Parallel port adapter eSATA port adapter

HP FireWire / IEEE 1394 PCI Card

Value-added Software (included with all models; not included with FreeDOS)

HP ProtectTools Security Suite

HP Software Management Agent

HP Backup and Recovery Manager

PDF Complete

HP Insight Diagnostics

Computrace for Desktops (in the HP BIOS)*

† Not included on models configured with less than 1 GB system memory.

*Computrace agent is in HP BIOS. For tracking and tracing services, available in select countries, separate software and purchase of a subscription is required.

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Dc7900 dc7900 specifications

The HP Compaq dc7900 is a business-class desktop computer that exemplifies reliability and performance, making it a popular choice for enterprises and professional environments. Launched in the late 2000s, this desktop offers robust features and technologies suited for various computing tasks.

At the heart of the dc7900 is its processor options, which include Intel Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad CPUs, providing users with multiple choices for processing power based on application requirements. The flexible configuration options enable businesses to tailor the performance specifications according to their workload. The dc7900 supports up to 8GB of DDR2 RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking capabilities and efficient data handling for applications.

The system's design emphasizes expandability and connectivity. Users can choose from a variety of form factors, including the Mini Tower, Convertible Minitower, and Small Form Factor (SFF). This modular design allows users to add or replace components with ease. The dc7900 comes loaded with several connectivity ports, including USB 2.0 ports, VGA, DisplayPort, and audio jacks, facilitating easy connection to different peripherals and displays.

For storage, the HP dc7900 supports multiple hard drive options with SATA interfaces, allowing for configurations that range from traditional HDDs to advanced SSDs. This flexibility not only satisfies the storage needs of users but also enhances the system's overall performance.

The dc7900 also incorporates HP's innovative power-saving technologies. The Energy Star compliant design ensures energy efficiency, reducing operational costs for enterprises. Additionally, HP offers various management tools that allow IT departments to monitor system health and deployment effectively.

Security features are another significant aspect of the dc7900. With options for HP's ProtectTools, users can implement security measures such as password protection and encryption, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access.

In summary, the HP Compaq dc7900 stands out due to its strong performance, expandability, and focus on energy efficiency and security. Its combination of feature-rich specifications makes it an excellent choice for small to medium-sized businesses seeking a reliable and versatile desktop solution. Whether for general office tasks, advanced productivity applications, or specific industry requirements, the dc7900 is well-equipped to meet the challenges of the modern workplace.