From students to social networking enthusiasts, home office to the kitchen table, the Samsung Series 3 laptop was designed to keep you connected, entertained, and looking stylish. Offering a seamless blend of style and capability, this model (NP300E5C-A08US) features a 15.6-inch high-def display, 500 GB hard drive, and 4 GB of installed DDR3 RAM for excellent multitasking.

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Stunning, yet subdued design (view larger).

NP300E5C-A08US At a Glance: 15.6-inch LED-backlit HD display 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5-3210M processor 500 Serial ATA hard drive 4 GB installed RAM Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 DVD±RW Super Multi dual-layer drive Wireless-N Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 4.0 HDMI output + VGA Microsoft Windows 8 See full specs below

It's powered by an Intel Core i5 processor, which provides breakthrough digital media management, content creation, and 3D gaming capabilities. Effortlessly move between applications with smart multitasking delivered by Intel Hyper-Threading Technology for a difference in your performance that you can truly see and feel.

It comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 8 Home operating system.

Stunning Slim Bezel Display

The screen on your PC is its gateway to wonder. With Samsung's slim bezel technology, you get more in a smaller footprint. By minimizing the bezel and maximizing the screen you have a highly portable PC without sacrificing screen size. From email to presentations, photos to videos, and everything in between, make your content come alive. More screen gives you more to love.

Exclusive Fast Start Technology

Don't be weighed down by wasted time, let your PC come alive when you need it. Your life happens on the go, you don't have time to wait for PC to shut down and power up. With Samsung's exclusive Fast Start technology, simply close the lid to enter a hybrid sleep mode. When you open the lid, you are up and running in less than 3 seconds.

PowerPlus Battery Technology

A battery designed for the long haul, the Samsung Powerplus technology gives you more years and more hours. This technology retains 80 percent of the original battery capacity for up to 1,000 charges. After 3 years of use you still have a battery that still works for you day in and day out. That's power when you need it.

Stylish Samsung Design

A stunning, subdued design that balances the work and play role of every notebook. The Samsung Series 3 15.6-inch features a brushed metal look exterior with brushed chrome trim. Look stylish wherever you use it.

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Key Specifications 15.6-inch LED-backlit display (1366 x 768 pixels; 220-nit brightness) 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5-3210M processor 500 SATA hard drive 4 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (8 GB maximum) Intel HD Graphics 4000 integrated graphics solution for everyday computing with support for Microsoft DirectX 11 games 8x multi-format CD/DVD±RW drive 0.3-megapixel webcam Built-in stereo speakers with 3 watts of power (1.5W x 2) and SoundAlive enhancement Up to 6.3 hours of battery life (6-cell battery)

Wireless & Networking Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) for ultra-fast connectivity to home and business networks (requires Wireless-N router to optimize speed and range). Next-generation Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity provides faster throughput while minimizing on power requirements. Backward compatible with older Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as printers and cell phones. Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) Connectivity & Expansion 3 standard USB 2.0 ports HDMI port for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable. VGA video output (analog, RGB) Multi-format memory card slot (compatible with SD, SDHC, SDXC, and MMC media) Microphone and headphone jacks

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What's in the Box Series 3 laptop with 15.6-inch screen (model NP300E5C-A08US), AC adapter, rechargeable battery, operating instructions Warranty 1-year limited warranty on parts and labor.

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