The Dell Latitude E5520 laptop is a 15.6″ business class notebook that was just refreshed as part of the Dell Latitude E Family of laptops in San Francisco today. The Latitude E5520 is joined as a budget friendly business class laptop by a smaller Latitude E5420. Both of these notebooks are designed to be used on your desk or on the go with durability and security options that businesses will like.
Dell Latitude E5520 Processor and Graphics Options:
The Latitude E5520 will make use of the latest Intel 2nd Generation Core i family of processors and the integrated graphics which are part of the updated processor line. The new integrated graphics provide a better experience than with past Intel processors. The E5520 can handle up to 8GB of RAM and has numerous hard drive options including encrypted and solid state.
Dell Latitude E5520 Durability Features:
From a durability standpoint the Latitude E5520 is ready to handle the hazards of office work with a spill resistant keyboard, powder coated scratch resistant base and a Tri-Metal body. Steel hinges and an LCD seal round out the durability features on the E5520.
Dell Latitude E5520 Usability and Battery Options:
The Dell Latitude E5520 can be configured with a backlit keyboard and optional webcam for maximum on the go productivity and users will appreciate the dedicated number pad that sits to the right of the full size keyboard. There are several battery options ranging up to several 9-cell choices including a 3 year warranty 87Wh battery and a 97Whr battery as well. There are also options for connecting to several mobile broadband providers.Finally, the screen will recline 180 degrees, offering flexibility in finding just the right angle to work at.
Dell Latitude E5520 Security Options:
From a security standpoint the Dell Latitude E5520 can be locked down and protected with the Dell Data Protection tools and your data is protected from falls with the integrated hard drive freefall sensor. Additionally there are options for fingerprint and contactless smart card access and the option to lock down ports to prevent data leaks.
Dell Latitude E5520 Detailed Specs:
Processor Options | 2nd Generation Intel® processors |
Operating System Options |
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium
Genuine Windows® 7 Professional
Genuine Windows® 7 Ultimate
Genuine Windows Vista® Ultimate
Genuine Windows Vista® Business
Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic
Linux Ubuntu 10.10
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Chipset | Mobile Intel® HM65 Express Chipset |
Display | 15.6” HD (1366×768) Anti-Glare LED
15.6” HD+ (1920×1080) Anti-Glare LED |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | Width: 15.28” / 388mm; Height: (front/back) 1.19”/30.20mm to 1.31”/33.20mm; Depth: 9.88” / 251mm |
Weight1 | Starting weight: 5.14lbs / 2.33kg (with 4-cell battery and airbay) |
Graphics | Intel® HD Graphics 3000 |
Memory 2 | DDR3 SDRAM (1333 MHz) 2 slots supporting 1G11, 2G or 4GB DIMMs |
Battery | 4-cell (40Whr) Lithium Ion battery
6-cell (60Wh) Lithium Ion battery 9-cell (97Wh) Lithium Ion battery13 9-cell (87Wh) 3 Year Limited Hardware Warranty Battery Lithium Ion battery |
AC Adapter | 65 Watt or 90W AC Adapter
90W Auto/Air DC adapter (optional) |
Primary Storage Options | 7200 rpm SATA up to 500GB
Encrypted 7200 rpm 320GB12 Mobility Solid State up to 256GB Dell Fast Response Free Fall Sensor (standard on the motherboard) |
Optical Drives | DVD-ROM, DVD+/-RW |
Connectivity Options | 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Wireless LAN and WiMAX Options: Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6205; Intel® Centrino® Advanced -N + WiMAX 625013; Intel® Centrino® Ultimate-N 6300; Dell Wireless 1501 (802.11 b/g/n 1×1); Dell Wireless 1530 (802.11 a/g/n 2×2) Mobile Broadband2 & GPS Options11: Dell Wireless™ 5630 Multi-mode HSPA-EVDO Mini Card (Gobi™ 3000) with A-GPS; Dell Wireless™ 5550 Single-mode HSPA Mini Card with A-GPS Bluetooth Option: Dell Wireless 375 Bluetooth® 3.0 |
Multimedia | High Quality Speakers
Stereo headphone/Microphone combo jack Integrated, noise reducing array microphones Optional Integrated full HD video webcam and Dell Webcam Central software |
Expansion slots | 5-in-1 card reader (supports MS, MS pro, SD, MMC and SDHD) |
Ports and
Connectors |
Network connector (RJ-45), USB 2.0 (4) – 1 USB/eSATA combo, Stereo headphone/Microphone combo jack, Memory card reader, optional 54 mm ExpressCard or PC Card or Smart Card, 1394, Docking Connector, VGA, HDMI. 1 Full and 2 Half Mini Card Slots, Optional SmartCard Reader |
Input device | Integrated Single pointing or Dual Pointing Keyboard: Standard or Backlit11; Multi-touch Touchpad |
Systems Management | DASH 1.1; Dell KACETM systems management appliances option |
Regulatory and Environmental Compliance | Regulatory Model: P15F; Regulatory Type: P15F001; Energy Star 5.0
EPEAT Gold |