It is the hot news of these days that Punjab Government has announced to distribute 100,000 free laptop computers among talented students of public sector universities, colleges and BISE (Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education).
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Free Laptop Computers by Punjab Government
Specifications of Free Dell Laptops for Students of Punjab, Pakistan
Here are specifications of Free Laptops:
Company/ Brand | Dell | |
Screen Display Size | 14 inches | |
Processor | Processor Type | Intel Pentium Dual Core B950 |
Processor Speed | Dual Core 2.10 GHz or Higher | |
Motherboard | Intel HM65 chipset | |
Memory | RAM: | 2 GB of DDR -III |
Hard Disk: | 320 GB SATA | |
OS | Pre-Loaded Windows 7 Home Edition | |
Drive | Super Drive | |
Carrying Case | Targus Carrying Case | |
Warranty | 15 Months Extended Warranty on parts and battery | |
It is also being reported that these laptops will also have following features:
- Video/Display CardOnboard Graphics Controller
- Sound CardStandard
- PC Card SlotsOne Type I or II
- Network Adapter On-Board 10/100/1000 base-T Ethernet card (Microsoft Windows 2000/Xp/Vista/7, 2003, Red Hat Linux Supportive)
- Integrated I/O Interfaces like 2 USB 2.0 Port. 1 RJ45 Jack for Ethernet, External VGA Port, and 4-1 Card Reader and other standard features
- Wireless LANWireless 802.11abg 54 Mbps or higher, Microsoft Windows 2000/Xp/2003, Red Hat Linux Supportive
- Built-in Webcam
- Li-ion Re-chargeable Battery pack with an estimated 2 hours battery life or higher
- Key Board84/85 keys pad and integrated Touch Pad/Pointing Device
- Mouse(External) 2.0 USB 2-Buttons Optical Mouse with Scroll
- Antiviruswith media Kit
- Customized BIOSwith project logo in BIOS
- Standard AccessoriesPower cable with two/ three pin socket and plug, Interface cable, Power adopter and charger, User manual.
A Laptop with the above specification is just perfect for educational and study needs of students.
When Will Students get Free Laptops?
The first consignment of free laptops will reach in Lahore, Pakistan in January 2012 and after some time will be distributed to eligible selected candidates. For more updated information, please keep visiting this weblog.
Where to Contact?
If you have any question about this program of Free Laptops, you can contact with following authorities:
The principal of your College or Vice Chancellor of your University
Divisional level IGRCs Committees
Chief Minister of Punjab, Shahbaz Sharif's Facebook Page is www.facebook.com/Sharif.Shehbaz
Chief Minister Punjab, Shahbaz Sharif's Email Address is cmshehbaz@pmln.org
The principal of your College or Vice Chancellor of your University
Divisional level IGRCs Committees
Chief Minister of Punjab, Shahbaz Sharif's Facebook Page is www.facebook.com/Sharif.Shehbaz
Chief Minister Punjab, Shahbaz Sharif's Email Address is cmshehbaz@pmln.org
Update: HP1000 laptops will be awarded to students. Click to see full specifications of HP1000 Laptop.