The Alpha M3 Notebook has a 15.1 inch Hi res screen, 1024 x 768 resolution with a 64MB of shared memory graphics a 2.4GHz Intel Celeron processor with options up to 2.8GHz Pentium IV. The Alpha M3 is a further example of our soft hardware philosophy, this time using a Pentium IV processor to deliver two computers in one attractive case.
On one side it's a completely new soft RISC OS computer design, running a vanilla flavoured RISC OS 4 or Select operating systems delivering StrongArm class performance. Whilst on the other it's a fully featured modern PC Notebook running Windows XP Home or XP Professional bringing together the best features of both platforms.
Together these operating systems give the user access to the widest range of software titles ever.
For completely new users, or those users who are only conversant with PC technology - who probably haven't heard of the RISC OS operating system of it's legendary reliability or the amazing range of easy to use software titles.
Windows users may also care to note that RISC OS isn't a new operating system, it was originally written back in 1989 by a group of software engineers employed by Acorn Computers Cambridge.
RISC OS has a full windowing environment similar to Windows - but that's were the similarities end.
RISC OS is very compact, in fact it's so small in storage terms, only 4MB, that in our Omega range we store the operating system in Flash ROM on the computers motherboard. Add to this the fact that it's a mature design that has been under continual development readers will not be suprised to learn that it's extremely stable, fast and what's more it's very easy to use.
Again to help PC users to evaluate this amazing operating system we have provided a bundle of representative software titles that will whet the appetite and leave you wanting to know more. Plus we have included a whole host of free and shareware software together with a number of games, that should give a great deal of enjoyment to the first time user.
Existing RISC OS users who have been waiting a long time for a modern portable will know only too well the productivity achieved by this system. They now have the opportunity and of course the convenience of taking their systems with them wherever they go - this is a great step forward for the RISC OS market - we know they will get great enjoyment from this unique product.
Windows Software - Internet Explorer, Outlook Express, Media Player, Movie Player
| Order number | Cost Ex VAT | Cost Inc VAT |
| 199200 | £699.00 | £821.33 |
| Delivery | £20.00 | £17.62 |
The following optional extras are costed as replacements to the base specification.
| Order number | Description | Cost Ex VAT | Cost Inc VAT |
| 699068 | 2.8GHz Celeron Processor | £21.25 | £24.97 |
| 699079 | 2.8GHz Pentium 4 Processor | £65.00 | £76.37 |
| 699001 | Extra 256MB SODIMM memory making 512MB | £35.00 | £41.12 |
| 699002 | 512MB SODIMM memory | £46.25 | £54.34 |
| 699003 | 1GB SODIMM memory | £125.00 | £146.87 |
| 699009 | Windows XP Professional | £37.50 | £44.06 |
| 699014 | 60GB Hard disc drive | £18.75 | £22.03 |
| 699015 | 80GB Hard disc drive | £43.75 | £51.41 |
| 699033 | 8x speed DVD writer | £62.50 | £73.44 |
| 699031 | Leather carrying case | £48.75 | £57.28 |
| 699040 | Car invertor and cable | £36.25 | £42.59 |
| 699050 | Mini scroll mouse | £6.31 | £7.42 |
| 699051 | Scroll mouse | £7.25 | £8.52 |
| 699070 | Internal WebCam | £36.25 | £42.59 |
| 699071 | Internal Bluetooth | £36.25 | £42.59 |
| 699072 | Internal Wireless LAN | £43.75 | £51.41 |
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Credit cards.
We accept Visa and Master cards - please note that we make a 2.5% charge for this service.
All MicroDigital Notebooks are supplied with a 12 months Return-to-Base warranty. Notebook warranty should be registered using the registration card supplied.
Warranty Information and Returns Procedure
If in the unlikely event that a fault develops with your Notebook computer, you must first contact the dealer you purchased it from. If the problem cannot be resolved then you contact our Technical Department which is available Monday to Friday, 9.30am until 5.00pm.
When contacting the Technical Department you must ensure that you have the model of the Notebook and the serial number situated at the base of the Notebook. Please note that without the serial number we will be unable to assist you.
The Standard Warranty Period
12 months from the date of invoice.
Warranty Information
A Return-to-Base warranty operates during the 12 month period, and the customer is responsible for the cost of carriage to and from MicroDigital Limited.
The warranty covers all hardware faults, parts and labour. Please note that our Technical Department are unable to offer software support for products other than that which is licensed to MicroDigital Limited. Other other software support should be provided by the appropriate software companies or your dealer.
IMPORTANT Charges will be applicable:
a) If the machine has been physically mistreated and consequently the components have become dislodged.
b) If there is a floppy disc drive or CD/DVD/Combo drive problem and the drive has not been cleaned or a disc(s) has been broken inside.
c) If other damage has caused by the user which is not covered in a) above.
d) If the Notebook has been returned and no subsequent fault can be found.
The warranty does not cover the plastic casing, accidental damage and user wear and tear, items such as any cables supplied, carry case, keyboard and floppy disk media and CDROM (media).
Battery:
Notebooks are only supplied with a limited six month warranty on the battery. If an extended warranty is purchased on point of sale, the maximum warranty available for the battery is 12 months. For clarification, please contact your dealer or MicroDigital Limited directly.
Dead Pixel:
Dead pixels may appear on the screen owing to limitations of LCD technology it does not necessarily mean the LCD is defective.
Please contact your dealer or MicroDigital Limited directly if more than 8 dead pixels appear or for clarification.
Turnaround times:
We guarantee a 10 working day turnaround on all current model warranty returns, older models may take longer.
Please note that there is no guaranteed turnaround period for items outside their warranty period. Contact our Technical department for further information as to the turnaround period.
Returns Procedure
If your Notebook computer develops a fault, then you must contact your dealer first. If the problem cannot be resolved then contact the Returns Department at MicroDigital Limited who will issue you with a Return Merchandise Authorisation Form. This form must be completed and returned to the Returns Department who will issue an RMA number, only then should you return the Notebook using the original packaging.
MicroDigital Limited will not be able to accept any returns without a returns number.
MicroDigital Limited cannot accept responsibility for goods that are not packaged in original packing. Where the original packing is not available the sender shall be responsible for ensuring that the computer is appropriately protected during transit. (An example of appropriate packaging would consist of a strong box with sufficient bubble wrap, or other suitable protective material, to completely fill the box to ensure that the computer cannot move around within the box and that a sufficient covering of protective material is present to ensure that the computer would, under reasonable circumstances, remain unharmed.)
We advise the sender to insure the computer for the full replacement cost. Please note that neither the supplied carry case or the leather carrying case are considered under any circumstances to be adequate protection for shipping purposes.
Please ensure that the (RMA) returns number is clearly marked on the outside of the box. MicroDigital Limited will not be able to accept any returns without an (RMA) returns number.
Repair service for out-of-warranty Notebooks
Out of warranty notebooks also require an RMA returns number. There will be a standard inspection charge that will be applicable together with the cost of the return carriage whether the user decides to go ahead with the repair or not. Our Returns Department will be able to provide the user with a written quotation on request.
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