![]() The $1,913 Dell Latitude D630 we tested was built on Intel's hot-off-the-presses Centrino Duo platform. Sliding the switch past the On position lets you test for nearby Wi-Fi networks, whether you're booted up or powered down-you don't even have to turn your system on to find a network. Another feature of note is the Latitude D630's Wi-Fi On/Off switch, which incorporates a Wi-Fi finder. In addition, the Latitude D630 piles on corporate-level security measures, including not only a fingerprint reader but also a smart card slot and an internal Trusted Platform Module. Though it lacks S-video-out and a multiformat card reader (neither of which is essential to business), the Latitude D630 does add one more USB port than average, plus a serial port for use with older, specialized peripherals. The Dell Latitude D630 includes most of the ports and connections we'd expect on a thin-and-light, plus a few extras. Modem, Ethernet, 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi, optional Bluetooth, optional WWAN Modem, Ethernet, 802.11 a/g/draft-n Wi-Fi,optional Bluetooth ($29), optional WWAN Stereo speakers, headphone/microphone jacksĤ USB 2.0, mini-FireWire, serial, smart card readerģ USB 2.0, mini-FireWire, multiformat memory card reader It's not a great loss unless you find yourself frequently engaging in Web conferences. ![]() Missing above the display are a Webcam and microphone, both of which can be found on competitors' systems, such as the Lenovo ThinkPad R61. The screen's matte finish makes it a winner for typical office productivity work, though, and its wide aspect ratio lets you comfortably work with two to three windows open side-by-side. ![]() Its 1,440x900 native resolution is as sharp as some desktop replacements', which unfortunately can make text and icons appear small. The Latitude D630's 14.1-inch wide-screen display is remarkably bright (223 cd/m^2 in our Labs measurement). ![]() With its AC adapter, the Dell hits the road at 6.7 pounds, which is manageable for travel but not something we'd want to carry with us every day. That's near the outer limit for a thin-and-light, though just 0.4 pound heavier than the Lenovo ThinkPad T61. With its standard battery, the Latitude D630 weighs 5.1 pounds, but our review unit included an extended battery that brought its weight up to 5.8 pounds. More important, the laptop's magnesium alloy case brings an extra sturdiness that you don't see on consumer laptops, and its display hinges are reinforced for the long haul. ![]() We like the subdued design of the Dell Latitude D630 its gray exterior and black interior will fit into even the most buttoned-up corporate environments. Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 (integrated)ġ3.3 x 9.3 (10.3 with extended battery) x 1.3 inches ![]()
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