Background and Identification

The Asus A43 is a series of laptops released around the year 2011. Specific models include the A43E, A43S, A43SA, A43SD, A43SD, and A43SV. Each version has a slightly different internal configuration, but they all share a similar exterior, 14-inch screen, and a 2nd-generation Intel Core processor. The resolution of the display on A43 laptops is 1366x768 pixels on all models.

A43-series laptops also feature a removable battery that slots into place on the bottom of the computer. This makes it easy to find and install a replacement online or carry an extra battery with you for emergency situations. You can find the manual for the A43 series on the Asus support page for any model (for example, the A43SJ support page). The manual shows instructions for how to remove the access cover(s) on the back of the laptop; different models have either one or two access covers. Removing these hatches gives you access to upgradeable components like the 2.5-inch hard drive and the memory slots. If you have an A43 laptop, replacing the spinning hard drive inside with an SSD would give your machine a great speed boost!

You can identify your exact model by looking for an information sticker on the bottom of the device containing the model number “A43xx.” See this Asus support article for an example picture. While the laptop was sold with a black case, Asus also offered some models in other colors like blue, red or gold, to name a few.

Technical Specifications

Processor

  • 2nd-generation Intel Core processor

Memory

  • Up to 8 GB maximum
  • Two SODIMM slots for expansion
  • DDR3 at 1333 MHz

Storage

  • 320 GB, 500 GB, 640 GB, 750 GB hard drive
    • 2.5-inch form factor
    • SATA interface
  • Optical drive (optional)
    • Blu-ray capability on some models, otherwise DVD/CD only

Graphics

  • Integrated Intel graphics
  • Dedicated graphics on some models
    • A43SJ: Nvidia GeForce GT 520M
    • A43SD: Nvidia GeForce GT 610M
    • A43SA: AMD Radeon HD 6730M

Display

  • 14 inches (35.6 cm) on the diagonal
  • 1366x768 pixels

Connections

  • Three USB 2.0 ports
  • HDMI port
  • VGA video port
  • Ethernet port
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack
  • 3.5 mm microphone jack

Wireless

  • 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth 2.1 or Bluetooth 3.0 (on the A43SA)

Additional Information

Asus A43 series on NotebookCheck

Asus A43E official product page

Asus A43E specifications on the Laptop Specs blog

Asus A43SA official product page

Asus A43SD official product page

Asus A43SJ official product page

Asus A43SV official product page