If you’re into music, movies and surfing the web then the Acer Aspire 5552 will fit the bill. It’s a great value, stylish laptop that’s perfect for home users and students who want to mix work with play.
When it comes to affordable power you won’t find a better package than this 5552; it’s one of our most affordable entertainment laptops, so you’ll be able to experience lightning fast performance at an unbeatable price!
Don’t miss out – grab yourself an Acer Aspire 5552 now and multitask your multimedia like never before.
- Processor: AMD Athlon Dual Core P320 (2.1GHz)
- RAM: 3GB RAM
- Hard Drive: 320GB HDD
- Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit
- Screen: 15.6" Screen
- Optical Drive: DVDSM
- Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250
- Bluetooth: No
- Notebook Camera: Integrated
- Warranty: 1 Year
Question from clare: Asked on 26/04/2011 Am I able to burn CDs with this computer?
Question from Anita: Asked on 05/04/2011 is the £75 cash back promotion still running on this product? and how would you claim for it
http://www.laptopsdirect.co.uk/acer_aspire_cashback/page.asp
http://www.laptopsdirect.co.uk/acer_aspire_cashback/page.asp
Question from AC: Asked on 04/04/2011 the cash back offer says the claim form has to be returned between 14 and 30 days from the date of invoice (any claims outside of this time will be rejected). does this mean i have to wait for 14 days after i have bought the laptop to send you the claim form so it gets to you between 14 and 30 days after i order it? or can i send in the form the day after i buy the laptop?
Question from richard: Asked on 31/03/2011 i love the ram and memory really fast man proper :)
Question from squaredog: Asked on 28/03/2011 The PDF factsheet for this laptop says that there is an HDMI output (HDMIâ„¢ port). Please clarify whether there is or therre isn't.
Question from KS: Asked on 24/03/2011 Hi, are these new?
Also if I purchased, to qualify for the cashback do I need to also send bank/credit statements or just circle the requireds on the invoice?
Question from hd: Asked on 22/03/2011 is the offer for Acer 5552 dual core valid till march 30 ; i.e. £274.97 after cashback, with the 3yr free warranty?
Question from fahad: Asked on 17/03/2011 Does this laptop comes with hdmi output as i wanted to connect my hd tv via hdmi cable as a second output screen.
Question from Ben: Asked on 15/03/2011 Interested in ordering and asking a few questions. Do you have a cheap landline I could call for assistance please?
Question from Linda: Asked on 15/03/2011 Looking at Acer Aspire 5552 and want Office 2010 I know you sell for £80 Home Edition. I can get hold of Office 2010 Professional for £40 through special student grant etc would this PC be able to run the Professional version or would I be better sticking to the home edition. Laptop for son who will just be using it for basic things at the moment and don't want the PC to run slow just becasue of Professional Software would rather it worked faster and gave him everything he needed using home edition anyay. Any advice you could give would be appreciated asap as would like to place an order in the next day or so. I notice you have 2 different Acer Aspire 5552 on offer can you tell me the difference between the two also.
Many thanks
Linda Morrall
Please call me on 0148 481 138 if you would like to order. Will be available until 6PM.
Question from Rik: Asked on 14/03/2011 Hi!!!Is this laptop more advance that acer aspire 5735.
Question from SEAN: Asked on 10/03/2011 it say in the spec it has blue tooth i take it thats what Y means but in your reply to previous questions you say it does not have please clarify
Question from matt: Asked on 11/02/2011 how long is this product on discount for?
Question from JT: Asked on 06/02/2011 in a previous answer it was said that the ram could be upgraded to 8gb of ram would this make the laptop faster and how much would this cost if it were to be done
Question from JT: Asked on 06/02/2011 i like to download movies and im looking for a laptop around this price range one that can download fast as my internet speed is good id like to make sure my laptop is good also would you recommend this laptop for downloading movies ?
The speed will however also depend on your broadband capabilities
Question from Jim: Asked on 02/02/2011 Does this laptop have a number pad as well as the standard keyboard please? I couldn't quite see from the picture.
Question from Mark: Asked on 02/02/2011 how do i get into bios setup if a password is installed
Question from Pam: Asked on 16/01/2011 having problems connecting to bt openzone when i am out and about any ideas
Question from window 7 home premium: Asked on 15/01/2011 i have accer aspire 5552 amd athlon II x2 processor p320 2gb ram and like to reboot it i mean want do it as factory setting
2. Hold down the left ALT key and press F10 once or twice.
3. This will bring up the erecovery screen after approx 1 - 2 mins
4. select bottom option reset to factory defaults.
5. follow on screen prompts.
NOTE: BY DOING THIS WILL DELETE ALL PHOTOS , Music , PROGRAMS etc which were installed after purchase.
Question from Dave Thomson: Asked on 13/01/2011 HOW LONG HAS THE ACER ASPIRE 5552 BEEN ARROUND AS IVE HAD MINE STOLEN AND AM SURE THAT WAS MODEL NO ?
Question from Robertayre.92: Asked on 12/01/2011 On another website, it states that this laptop doesn't have a dedicated graphics card, could you clarify what the graphics card is and whether its dedicated or built in ?
Question from clippy: Asked on 08/01/2011 Hi would you match the price i can get it from bestbuy @£399 + 15% back from quidco makes £339.15 every little helps in these hard times
Question from Marie: Asked on 06/01/2011 Hi there just a quick question, does this laptop have a built in microphone, if not can i have a link for one that is similar in price that does have a built in microphone. Cheers
Question from shouchan: Asked on 05/01/2011 Is the graphics card in the laptop AMD M880G with ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 or just ATI mobility radeon HP 4250
Question from Chris: Asked on 05/01/2011 Does this laptop come with the recovery disk or not
Question from David: Asked on 05/01/2011 Hi, Can you recommend a larger battery for the Acer Aspire 5552 please. I need one that will power it up for as long as possible. Thanks, David
Question from Kate S: Asked on 30/12/2010 will this laptop run cod black ops ok?i have this laptop and would like the game but dont want to buy it if it wont run
It would recomend the LX.R5202.007 Aspire 5742G @ £529.97 for playing games like that.
Spec overview
Core i3 -370 4GB (8GB) 500GB HDD, DVD SM,15.6" screen, 1.3M HD Webcam,ATI 5470 512MB Graphics, Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit,
Question from andyf: Asked on 29/12/2010 hi is the laptop a new one or a refurbished unit
Question from danial: Asked on 25/12/2010 Does this laptop have Microsoft word, excel, powerpoint installed / ready to use?
If not how do I install it?
Cheers
Question from Fidget: Asked on 23/12/2010 Will this laptop be able to play Oblivion? I don't want it to be on highest settings, just running smooth. I've looked and i think it should be able to cope but I'd just like to check this. Thanks in advance.
Question from Steve: Asked on 23/12/2010 Can the CPU and or graphics be updated or replaced (in case of burn out) at a later time?
THANK You.
Question from Joe: Asked on 15/12/2010 can you give me a link to the actual processor this laptop has? thanks
Regards,
Paul (01484 481 138)
Question from Lemming1: Asked on 11/12/2010 Not familiar with the x2 CPU or any AMD products. What is it's cache? And what is the memory of the graphics card?
http://www.amd.com/us/products/notebook/platforms/home/amd-m880g/Pages/m880g-chipset.aspx
Question from Alison: Asked on 08/12/2010 if I had a question or problem with the computer would i contact this site or acer themselves. The same with the warranty is it this site i contact or acer themselves. Thanks
Question from Jim: Asked on 06/12/2010 Hi is there any difference between this model & Acer Aspire no.5551A
which has a 3 year warranty included in the price of £379.00
Question from mark: Asked on 03/12/2010 is the DVD Super Multi blue ray compatible
Question from Robin: Asked on 03/12/2010 I want to buy one each for my two sons and would like to add the latest MS Office suite. Do I need to buy two sets of software or would one be OK for both? Second, could you load it before you send them to me? Finally, is this the best laptop for teenagers who want to game, surf, etc., and on the off chance do some real work too...
Above is a link to MS Office that can be loaded on to upto 3 computers. These laptop will be fine for the task stated in your email but will not play high end games.
Question from JG: Asked on 02/12/2010 Hi :)
Would you please advise if this laptop has a mono speaker, or stereo speakers ? Thank You
Question from sue: Asked on 29/11/2010 what does the basic 12 month warranty cover?
Question from Matt: Asked on 29/11/2010 Would this machine comfortably run Wow?
Question from Peter: Asked on 23/11/2010 Afternoon. Do you have a cheap land line number to call so can some advice? on this product?
Question from Nicky: Asked on 23/11/2010 I need to buy two computers for christmas prezzies. They are for home work and some games such as sims 3. Will the warranty start immediately or can it start from xmas day. also how much is the 3 year extra cover with accidental damage? Thanks
Question from jaye: Asked on 20/11/2010 hi is this model blu ray
Question from steve: Asked on 20/11/2010 steve. just a question, im not very good at computing, but im thinking about buying acer 5552 laptop and was wondering what do i need to buy to make this laptop wifi in the home if anything. thanks
Question from Tracey: Asked on 18/11/2010 I am looking to replace my 16 yr old's laptop. She would use it for art and photography homework, social networking, downloads (basically all teenage stuff!). I have researched 5552 and 5741A, which would you recommend, and why?
Question from Dee: Asked on 14/11/2010 hi does it come with the back up cd please thanks
Question from Deborah: Asked on 14/11/2010 Hi, Will this run some of the more recent games on low res. settings? Thanks
Question from Tony: Asked on 14/11/2010 Does this laptop have a backlit keyboard?
Question from kate: Asked on 09/11/2010 I'm looking for laptopfor my daughter. Does this have everything a 12 year old needs, or would i need to buy extra software for things
Question from jane: Asked on 09/11/2010 does this have bluetooth?
Question from Clayton: Asked on 09/11/2010 Hey
just wondering if the screen or graphics is active or passive ???
Cheers
Question from Graham: Asked on 09/11/2010 What type of wireless and ethernet connection does it run and what speed is the HDD?
WLAN:
• Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™
• Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™
• Supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology
The hard drive is 5400RPM
Question from Becca: Asked on 09/11/2010 Hi, has this got a DVD writer? Thanks
Question from Kaylene: Asked on 09/11/2010 Does this laptop have a dvd/cd rom slot?
Question from Graham: Asked on 08/11/2010 Hiya, does it have Bluetooth? If not, how do you get it?
Question from Dave: Asked on 06/11/2010 Hi, this system has 3GB if RAM. is this DDR3?
Question from Gill: Asked on 06/11/2010 Hi there, will this laptop play Championship Manager and Football Manager without going on a go slow. Or could you suggest an alternative? Thanks
Question from Robert Steed: Asked on 04/11/2010 Hi, Do you know if this laptop is compatible with Windows XP? I.e. could I install XP and find XP drivers for the laptop's components? (I couldn't for my last laptop and was stuck with Vista.)
Question from skewengirl: Asked on 04/11/2010 would this be a good entry laptop for first time use. mainly used for Photoshop , Skype abd general internet surfing. thank you - looking to buy for Christmas surprise present. Skewengirl
Question from BenM: Asked on 02/11/2010 Does this laptop actually have the ATI graphics card, or are the specs for this laptop incorrectly described?
Question from Steffz: Asked on 02/11/2010 Hi Simon, what is the highest screen resolution?
Question from woodnut: Asked on 31/10/2010 is the laptop wireless enabled?
Question from Suzanne: Asked on 30/10/2010 Does it have the software included that is included with the 5551 - eg Microsoft Works, Norton Online Backup, Power DVD and MyWinLocker??
Productivity
• Acer Backup Manager
• Acer ePower Management
• Acer eRecovery Management
• Adobe® Flash® Player 10
• Adobe® Reader® 9.1
• eSobi™
• Google™ Setup
• Google Toolbar™
• Microsoft® Office Personal 2007 (Service Pack 2)1 (Japan only, subject to customer request)
• Microsoft® Office Trial1 (Service Pack 2)
• Microsoft® Works SE 91 (Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Poland, Russia, UK and US only)
• Microsoft® Works 9
• Microsoft® Works 8.5
• Norton™ Online Backup
Security
• McAfee® Internet Security Suite Trial
• McAfee® Virus Definitions
• MyWinLocker® (except China, Hong Kong)
Multimedia
• Cyberlink® PowerDVD™
• NTI Media Maker™
Question from Emma: Asked on 28/10/2010 Does it come with microsoft office? if not how much wold that cost on top?
http://www.laptopsdirect.co.uk/Microsoft_Office_2010/prod.asp
Question from Jeff: Asked on 28/10/2010 Just had 2 questions, how many usb ports does it have? Also, it has 3GB of ram, but can that be upgraded? (if I wanted to do that myself) how many ram slots are there on the motherboard?
Question from Simon: Asked on 28/10/2010 What is the difference between the 5552 and the 5551?
Question from leeallen: Asked on 27/10/2010 Does this come in silver like the 5551 or are they only in black like the one in the picture? I should've asked that before my mum ordered me one yesterday for Christmas cos i'm not a fan of that silver design on the 5551.
Question from Tracy: Asked on 26/10/2010 My daughter would like a laptop for Christams and would like to play Sims 3 on it, will this be able to do that. Will it be powerful enough to play many games?
Question from leeallen: Asked on 24/10/2010 Do you have to buy the Acer advantage warranty at the same time as you buy the laptop or can i or someone else buy it separately a month or 2 later ?
Question from alexia: Asked on 24/10/2010 Does it have microphone incorporated? Can you send it in Spain?
http://www.laptopsdirect.co.uk/content/customerservice.asp#delivery
Question from leeallen: Asked on 24/10/2010 Why doesn't this say if it has hdmi ? Its really annoying having to look on other websites because yours misses out info about basic functions on laptops.
Question from canila: Asked on 23/10/2010 do you get a case and mouse with this laptop?
Question from howie: Asked on 21/10/2010 DOES MICROSOFT WORD 2003, WORK ON WINDOWS 7, IF I INSTALL MY DISC. THANKS---------
Question from arri: Asked on 21/10/2010 What's the resolution of camera?
Question from acer: Asked on 20/10/2010 HI, I bought a acer last year, love it,love it. Want to buy one for grandaughter this christmas. Does windows 7 come installed, or is it just a trial period. Mine came with windows 7 installed. Thanks
Question from Law-Student: Asked on 17/10/2010 How long is the battery life on the laptop?