Our test unit came equipped with a 56K modem PC Card which worked very well at several locations where we tested it. Home and away The final feature of note is the Port Replicator, which is included with the notebook. The replicator makes connecting and disconnecting from an external monitor, keyboard and mouse an absolute breeze as they remain con-nected to the replicator. When you get back to your base station, sliding the unit into the port replicator is a breeze. An impressive package We were very impressed with the 8500, overall.
Prices do vary with options such as the DVD drive.
M Mark Bell is MONiTOR magazine's Director of Sales and Marketing and, as such, our resident 'Road Warrior'.