The audio was clear even at high volume levels, but MIDI file playback, provided by software emulation, was somewhat disappointing. Although the inside of the chassis is cramped, it's a moot point because of a lack of empty expansion slots or bays. Also, both DIMM slots are occupied by the system's 64MB of memory. Despite its ease of operation, the Model 2193's Achilles' heel is its performance. 333MHz Celeron-based systems.
Application performance falls similarly behind the curve.
We were forced to significantly reduce both games' resolution and detail settings until the frame rates reached playable levels, but these modifications resulted in poor image quality. The Model 2193 ships with Microsoft Encarta 98 Encyclopedia, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Money 99, Inoculan AntiVirus, and a number of games, including Battleship and Yahtzee. However, if you're a new PC user looking for ease of use in a first computer, the Aspire Model 2193 may provide the reassurance you've been seeking. ZDNet and ZDNet logo are registered trademarks of ZD Inc. Content originally published in Ziff Davis Media publications is the copyrighted property of Ziff Davis Media. Ziff Davis Media.