Question 1

Is it possible to add memory?

Accepted Answer

I haven't taken it apart so I don't know what the Mobo looks like but if speed is the concern the SSD more than makes up for it.

Question 2

The photos show a DVD, but the specs say no DVD. Is there a DVD? If not, can one be added? TIA

Accepted Answer

I bought this for my son. and I just looked at it a no it does not have a DVD drive. The picture is misleading.

Question 3

Is there an issue with the wifi connection on this laptop? Specifically, does this laptop periodically drop the internet wifi connection on its own?

Accepted Answer

No issue for my son

Question 4

IPS or TN panel?

Accepted Answer

IPS panel. It looks really nice.

Question 5

Does this one have a thunderbolt port??

Accepted Answer

Yes it does but only 1

Question 6

Is the screen gloss or matte?

Accepted Answer

I talked with acer sales and the said the display was Matt finish.

Question 7

Does this have a bay for a SATA hard drive?

Accepted Answer

It has a bay, but there doesn't seem to be a SATA connector.

Question 8

Is the keyboard backlit?

Accepted Answer

I was told by NewEgg tech chat that it has a Matte screen.  Can an actual owner verify.

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