model: N53SV-HDU3-SX068V(model id: 1341)
subtype (notebook, netbook, motherboard, tablet):
notebook
architecture:
x86-64/amd64
does it have a free boot firmware (BIOS,UEFI,...) ?
no
can free operating systems be installed?
yes
does the device prevent installing wifi cards not-approved by the vendor?
no
year of commercialization:
2011
compatibility with free software:
A-platinum 
tested on:
Trisquel 6.0 Toutatis
tested with the following kernel libre:
3.11.0-15-generic
video card model:
NVIDIA Corporation GF108M (works with 3D acceleration)
wifi model:
Qualcomm Atheros AR9285 Wireless Network Adapter (not specified how it works)
webcam model:
(not specified how it works)
Description:
Works spectacularly. Will install and run with minimal issues. Uses bumblebee to manage Optimus chip set, installed from non-official repository.
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