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Samsung SyncMaster 740N 17" LCD Monitor

Samsung SyncMaster 740N 17 LCD Monitor
Brand: Samsung
Category: Personal Computer

List Price: $279.00
Buy New: $199.99
You Save: $79.01 (28%)



Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 38 reviews
Sales Rank: 163

Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Native Resolution: 17
Display Size: 17
Shipping Weight (lbs): 12
Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 14.4 x 14.9
nv:Display Type: TFT LCD
Viewable Screen Size: 17 inches
Pixel Pitch: 0.264 mm x 0.264 mm
Display Colors: 16.2 million
Input Video Signal: 15-pin D-sub
Contrast Ratio: 600:1
Brightness: 300 cd/m
Response Time: 8 ms
Horizontal Viewing Angle: 160 degrees
Vertical Viewing Angle: 160 degrees
Maximum Resolution: 1280 x 1024
Cabinet Color: Black
VESA Mounting Compliant: VESA 75mm
Unit Dimensions (WxHxD): 14.4" x 14.9" x 7.9"
Unit Weight: 7.5 lbs.

MPN: 740N-Black
Model: 740NBLACK
UPC: 729507709024
EAN: 0729507709024
ASIN: B000BT2PZS

Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours

Features:
  • 600:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m2 brightness
  • 1280 x 1024 resolution
  • 160/160 degree viewing angle
  • Features MagicTune, MagicBright II, MagicColor and built-in power
  • 5:4 aspect ratio

Accessories:

  • Pf400xlb Privacy Filter for 17/ 18.1in LCD & 16in-19in Crt
  • Ergotron LX Desk Mount Arm - mounting kit (45-179-194)
  • Cyber Acoustics 4 Watt 2.0 Computer Speaker System- Black
  • Allsop Metal Art Corner Monitor Stand - Silver
  • Cables To Go - 09455 - 10ft Econo HD15 M/M SVGA Monitor Cable

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description

The Samsung SyncMaster 740n is a 17-inch analog TFT-LCD. It features MagicTune, MagicBright II, MagicColor and built-in power.

Main Features

  • Manufacturer: Samsung
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 740N-Black
  • Manufacturer Website Address: www.samsungusa.com, www.samsungusa.com, www.samsungusa.com
  • Product Type: LCD
  • Actual Screen Size: 17"
  • Viewable Screen Size: 17"
  • Projection Technology: Active Matrix TFT
  • Dot Pitch: 0.264mm
  • Input Signal: RGB (Analog)
  • Viewing Angle: 160 Horizontal / 160 Vertical
  • Maximum Resolution: 1280 x 1024
  • Color Support: 16.7 Million Colors (24-bit)
  • Aspect Ratio: 4:3
  • Contrast Ratio: 600:1
  • Brightness: 300 Nit
  • Interfaces: 1 x 15-pin D-Sub
  • Color: Black Bezel
  • Dimensions: 14.9" Height x 14.4" Width x 7.9" Depth
  • Weight: 7.5 lb
  • Standard Warranty: 3 Year(s)




  • Customer Reviews:   Read 33 more reviews...

    2 out of 5 stars Stops working   June 16, 2008
    nazar (Los Angeles, CA)
    I've used the 710N model for 2 years now. This monitor recently stopped working. My computer would be on and then the monitor would go black, the monitor would still be on but nothing shows up on the screen.

    I did a search on Google and found that this is a common problem across MANY of the Samsung LCD lines. The solution is to unplug the monitor for 5 minutes and plug it back in. This works, but now the monitor is doing this much more frequently.

    It's something with the circuitry. I suppose it was good for 2 years but now I have to buy a new monitor because I can't find the warranty papers.

    Buyer beware.



    5 out of 5 stars My whole office uses these and they're great!   May 19, 2008
    Robert J. Kickbush (Buffalo, NY)
    1 out of 1 found this review helpful

    My entire office of 300+ people uses these monitors and no one has ever had one break and no one complains about them. They're light, bright, sturdy, and perfect for looking at 40 hours per week.


    5 out of 5 stars Great!   March 28, 2008
    Diane L. Fitzpatrick (Canton, OH)
    1 out of 1 found this review helpful

    Fantastic monitor. We were looking for a Samsung because their quality is awesome... get a knock-off and you'll end up buying again in about 2 years... which is what I did. My husband has had a Samsung and loves it, The quality, picture, color, etc. are great.

    Super easy to install and amazon had it to me the next day! Can't beat it!



    3 out of 5 stars I was disappointed   August 5, 2007
    Ralph Kramden (Brooklyn NY)
    0 out of 3 found this review helpful

    I have been using a 15" dell flat screen monitor at my home. I needed a new monitor for my office, and decided to upgrade my home monitor with this 17" Samsung, and take the Dell to work.
    The resolution on the Samsung was disappointing. Simple type was slightly muddy. I played with the various controls, finally came to the conclusion that the product is inferior to the inexpensive Dell monitor I already had. When I unplugged the Samsung, and replaced it with the Dell, I was relieved! Much easier on the eyes.
    I took the Samsung to my office, and placed it at a workstation that doesn't get much use :-(
    Next time I purchase a monitor, I'm going to go to an actual store (!) (something I don't do much anymore) and look at the screen before I make my purchase.
    My advise is the same to you. Make sure that you are happy with what you see. You're probably going to spend a lot of hours staring at this thing.



    5 out of 5 stars Nice monitor   June 24, 2007
    jhtiles (Jacksoville, FL)
    Good picture, good price and no dead pixels in either of the Samsung Syncmasters thet I bought (a 17" and a 19"). I have seen better pictures on other monitors but not for this price. I am very pleased with both of my Samsungs.