Cheap ! HP Mini 1135CA 10.1-Inch Manufacturer Refurbished Netbook – Black

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September 5, 2010

HP Mini 1135CA 10.1-Inch Manufacturer Refurbished Netbook – Black Review


Fue una buena compra que realize, ya que la laptop estaba como nueva, venia bien empacada y funciono sin ningún problema. Hasta la fecha no ha tenido ningún desperfecto.

El unico problema es que el windows xp a veces es un poco lento, recomiendo mejor instalarle el windows 7 para mejor desempeño del equipo.

Amazon entrego rapido la laptop y la tuve en mi casa en una semana. En Guatemala, Centro America.

Saludos

RSosa

HP Mini 1135CA 10.1-Inch Manufacturer Refurbished Netbook – Black Feature

HP Mini 1135CA 10.1-Inch Manufacturer Refurbished Netbook – Black Overview

Features Microprocessor 1.60GHz Intel Atom Processor N270, Microprocessor Cache 512KB L2, Memory 1024MB DDR2 System Memory (1 Dimm), Memory Max 1024MB, Video Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, Video Memory Up to 128MB, Hard Drive 80GB (4200RPM), Multimedia Drive, Display 10.1” Diagonal SD LED BrightView Infinity Widescreen Display (1024 x 576), Network Card Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN, Wireless Connectivity 802.11b/g WLAN,Bluetooth (13), Sound Altec Lansing speakers, Keyboard 101-key compatible, Pointing Device Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical Scroll Up/Down pad, External Ports 2-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards & MultiMedia cards: 2 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0, 1 Headphone out/Microphone-in combo jack (iphone compatible), 1 RJ -45 (LAN), 1 notebook expansion port, Dimensions 10.3 in (L) x 6.56 in (D) x 0.99 in (H). Weight 2.45 lbs . Power 30W AC Adapter,3-Cell Lithium-Ion Polymer battery. Operating System: Genuine Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 3.
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Cheap ! HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life

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September 4, 2010

HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life Review


I LOVE my HP Vivienne Tam Mini netbook! My husband and I are semi-retired and travel quite a bit and it was a real pain to drag around my 17″ notebook. I especially love this one because it comes with more memory and a bigger hard drive than most of the other netbooks … plus it has the full Windows 7, not the skeletal version. It has been aces right out of the box.

I did buy a wireless mouse (I’m really bad with the pad), a thumb drive with Ready Boost to speed things up and an external DVD drive so I can watch movies on the road and burn my travel photos to disc. That didn’t really add much to the cost and everything fits into a padded “mini” backback. Perfect for traveling. I also use it in the kitchen to read on-line recipes while I cook and listen to Pandora Radio!

My only semi-negative is the battery life. I will probably upgrade to the 6-cell sometime in the future, but the 3-cell one it comes with is not a deal breaker. It’s fine.

HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life

HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life Feature

HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life Overview

Complete your look with this fashionable digital clutch. Small, slim and stylish, the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition netbook lets you surf the web, stay connected, and be entertained in more places. Amp up the fun by playing videos and music or showing off your photos. Exclusive, integrated software keeps you in sync with your life by letting you e-mail, chat, and instantly access your files from anywhere you have an internet connection. Adorned with a butterfly motif from Vivienne Tam’s spring 2010 collection, the champagne gold case makes a bold fashion statement from every angle.
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Cheap ! HP Mini 110-3030NR 10.1-Inch Netbook

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September 3, 2010

HP Mini 110-3030NR 10.1-Inch Netbook Review


I purchased this netbook to lug around Europe on an upcoming trip. Why carry around my beastly 8 lb dinosaur (that’s on its last legs anyway) when I can carry something much lighter? This is my first netbook, so my experience with other netbooks is somewhat limited. That said, I’m not a complete stranger to them either, so take that for what it’s worth.

First thoughts: wow, this HP setup stuff is annoying. I could be up and running manually in probably half the time. I guess it’s useful for n00bs. At least it’s one and done.

Second thoughts: Wow, there’s a lot of crapware on this thing. That includes anything with “HP” in its name and plenty of other stuff as well.

Third thoughts were much more positive. After removing all the above crapware and getting this puppy configured to my liking, I was enjoying a really slick machine.

So netbooks are for browsing the web and watching some Youtube videos and such, right? Well, it does just fine at those tasks. I REALLY like the keyboard. That’s really the one feature that nailed it for me. I’ve typed on other netbooks, and found them to be universally abhorrent. Not so with this little guy! Aside from hitting = instead of backspace, I can type almost full speed. It seems to be lacking PageUp and PageDown, and they’re sorely missed. I tend to prefer to scroll with buttons rather than the touchpad, but if you’re unlike me, you probably won’t care.

I also appreciate that they put the useful functions (play, pause, volume, etc) as the primary function of the Function keys. I don’t often need F1-F12, and I’m guessing you don’t either. They’re still available by holding the Function key (you know, the blueish one).

Windows 7 Starter is something of a cruel joke, but it’s standard for this market segment, so not especially noteworthy.

The QuickWeb or whatever it’s called is VERY fast. Within 5 seconds of a cold boot, you’ve got a usable machine. I don’t use the mode much, because I don’t do much IM or Skype these days. I prefer having access to a more full-featured (i.e. AdBlock) browser as well. I’m sure the function has its uses however. For one, it makes for great bragging rights. I impressed a few friends with it…and then booted into Windows when it came time to actually USE the thing.

WiFi reception is strong. I discovered a bunch of new WiFi networks near my house. ‘Nuff said. I’ve connected to a few different networks in various locations with no problems. I was unable to connect to my cousin’s network, however. She probably gave me the wrong password.

With the included 6 cell unit, battery life has been superb, after admittedly somewhat limited use. I got at least 9 hours out of my first charge. I generally have the brightness turned all the way down, and I turn off WiFi when not in use. The power settings are more or less at their defaults. Can’t find any room to complain here. People that view a lot of video will probably experience faster drain. I don’t spend a lot of time on that stuff (at least not on a 10.1″ screen…not when I have a 22″ monitor available for consuming video).

The display is nice enough. I’m not very demanding for this sort of thing when it comes to netbooks. Resolution is low, so I definitely recommend tweaking your web browser to reclaim some wasted vertical screen real estate. I managed to find some Firefox plugins that let me merge some toolbars and shrink them vertically. Then I found one to hide the names of my links on my Bookmarks toolbar. Very slick, and I probably regained a good half inch of vertical space. However many pixels that is. I’ve not had any problems with glare, but then again, my usage has been indoors or in the car (not while driving!)

Sound. Again, I have low standards here. It’s loud enough to hear easily. My friend has a full-size laptop (a Toshiba) that is very nice, but really crappy when it comes to volume. You can crank it up to barely a whisper. Thankfully, that’s not a problem with this HP. I already mentioned this, but the dedicated volume buttons are worth revisiting.

The fit and finish is quite excellent. The bottom of the unit is smooth and unblemished. No vents or anything to block or require cleaning. The unit is kind of annoying to open due to the lack of something good to grip. Regardless of that minor fault, it’s a good looking unit that’s just waiting for your fingerprints. A matte finish would be a nice option, but what is this, the early 2000′s?

So, what’s missing? HDMI, for one. Multitouch. Hard drive is smallish. If you can wait for configuration, you can order one of these from HP with a 250 GB hard drive for a reasonable upcharge. I didn’t have enough time to wait, so I went stock.

At the end of the day, this product is highly recommended. I’d honestly put the review closer to 4.5 stars, but that’s just not an option. I don’t want to round up to 5, cause then it would seem like the usual review hyperbole.

Here’re the quick facts for those that don’t like prose:

Pros:
keyboard size/layout/feel(!)(seriously, it’s great)
useful function keys
price
battery life (flush-fitting 6 cell battery FTW!)
overall fit and finish
QuickWeb is neat and possibly useful

Cons:
no HDMI (minor gripe…it’s definitely an entry-level unit)
no multitouch (see above)
kind of annoying to open (nothing to grip)
loads of crapware
smallish 160 GB hard drive

HP Mini 110-3030NR 10.1-Inch Netbook Feature

HP Mini 110-3030NR 10.1-Inch Netbook Overview

Enjoy ultra portable internet surfing and entertainment. Small, slim and stylish in black, the HP Mini 110-3030NR lets you surf the web and stay connected wherever you go. Amp up the fun with this netbook by playing videos and music and showing off your photos. E-mail, chat and instantly access your files from anywhere with exclusive, integrated software. At less than one inch thin and starting at just 2.99 pounds, this ultra-compact netbook won’t weigh you down. With a 10.1″ diagonal display and nearly full-size keyboard, the HP Mini 110-3030NR doesn’t skimp on features—it comes complete with built-in wireless LAN, a 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for easy file transfer and a webcam with integrated digital microphone. HP QuickWeb gives you fast access to your favorite sites, e-mail, IM and more. Stream video from other PCs easily and fast with HP MediaStream and use HP QuickSync to synchronize files with your home PC and connect to the same wireless network with ease.
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Cheap ! HP Mini 110-1115NR 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – Up to 3.75 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter)

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September 1, 2010

HP Mini 110-1115NR 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – Up to 3.75 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Review


I’ve had my hp mini for about a month now, and I just love it. It is super portable, and easy to use. I can connect to the internet in a flash!
I really like the built-in webcam, it has got a lot of use so far and the picture is superior to most webcams I’ve used in the past.
The only thing I don’t like so far is Windows 7, but mostly just because it’s an adjustment. I have, however, mostly adjusted to it by now.

So far I have had no issues with the short battery life. Most places I go I can plug it in, and if I can’t it’s no big deal.
I have a large music library that has barely made a dent in the hard drive.

So far, no complaints, totally happy with my purchase!

HP Mini 110-1115NR 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – Up to 3.75 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Feature

HP Mini 110-1115NR 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – Up to 3.75 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Overview

The Internet is at the center of modern life keeping you connected and informed through email, IMs, RSS feeds, social networking sites and Search. Keeping up often requires time shifting with companion devices like netbooks. Powered by energy-efficient Intel Atom processors, the HP Mini 110 is optimized for Web access and can handle standard productivity apps – but is light enough to carry everywhere at just 2.33 lbs. Its LED anti-glare display reduces reflection that can distract from the visual experience, especially when used outside. The 92% of full-size keyboard enables much more efficient and comfortable use than texting (or typing on smartphone keyboards) for most. Windows 7 makes locating and connecting to hotspots easier and faster than ever. The HP Mini 110 is the perfect device for staying productive, informed and in touch.
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Cheap ! HP Mini 210-1180NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Blue)

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August 31, 2010

HP Mini 210-1180NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Blue) Review


My granddaughter purchased this, although not from Amazon. This is her first computer. She made choices based on how she plans to use it (internet and light word processing, plus photo storage and viewing), and because even though she’s a child, she travels a lot.

I make my review to this model HP Mini-210 1190, although her model is the HP Mini-210 1199, which at the time of this review, Amazon doesn’t sell. Still, they have the same processor and hard drive, and the same Windows Starter operating system. The case on her model (and the tipping point when looking at netbooks in the store) is pink plaid, a stand out for most little girls.

It is fast, friendly and capable as an internet machine. The battery sticks out in an odd way, but really, it is designed to allow the netbook to tilt up and keep cool. It works. As with the majority of laptop-netbook products, don’t block the bottom of the hardware.

We were unprepared for the stripped down Windows 7 Starter, though. I’d never heard of it and it is so basic, you can’t even change the desktop wallpaper. Although that may not matter to business users, I must still point out that once you have a pink plaid netbook, you kinda wanna customize your wallpaper.

So we used the last license provided by the Windows 7 Home Premium I had remaining from my own upgrade to upgrade the netbook. Windows 7 Starter comes with an Upgrade Option icon (they know you’ll be coming) and by inserting my remaining licensing key, her system was much improved. The Mini capably manages the higher grade operating system.

The power cord is old-style brick. By this time it seems that Mini netbooks should come with mini power cords, but not so here. The machine is lightweight, though, very appealing as a traveling companion, has all the basics for a business working person, an internet cruiser, and a child who loves plaid. Take note that it does not have a DVD player, although it does have several USB ports for attaching an inexpensive ( to ) external DVD drive.

Just that Windows 7 Starter nonsense. Just too stripped down to be useful. And the big brick power cord. Hate those things. One star off for those combined negatives.

UPDATE: Because of the unusual (although it shouldn’t be by this time) screen resolution, we have found that many websites don’t load correctly using Internet Explorer, so my grand defaults to Safari which works just fine.

HP Mini 210-1180NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Blue) Feature

HP Mini 210-1180NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Blue) Overview

Enjoy ultra portable internet surfing and entertainment. Small, slim and stylish with a crystal design in matte pacific blue, the HP Mini 210-1180NR lets you surf the web and stay connected wherever you go. Amp up the fun with this netbook by playing videos and music and showing off your photos. E-mail, chat and instantly access your files from anywhere with exclusive, integrated software. At less than one inch thin and starting at just 2.99 pounds, this ultra-compact netbook won’t weigh you down. With a 10.1″ diagonal display and nearly full-size keyboard, the HP Mini 210-1180NR doesn’t skimp on features—it comes complete with built-in wireless LAN, a 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for easy file transfer and a webcam with integrated digital microphone. HP QuickWeb gives you fast access to your favorite sites, e-mail, IM and more. Stream video from other PCs easily and fast with HP MediaStream and use HP QuickSync to synchronize files with your home PC and connect to the same wireless network with ease.
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Cheap ! HP Mini 210-1160NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (White)

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August 28, 2010

HP Mini 210-1160NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (White) Review


My granddaughter purchased this, although not from Amazon. This is her first computer. She made choices based on how she plans to use it (internet and light word processing, plus photo storage and viewing), and because even though she’s a child, she travels a lot.

I make my review to this model HP Mini-210 1190, although her model is the HP Mini-210 1199, which at the time of this review, Amazon doesn’t sell. Still, they have the same processor and hard drive, and the same Windows Starter operating system. The case on her model (and the tipping point when looking at netbooks in the store) is pink plaid, a stand out for most little girls.

It is fast, friendly and capable as an internet machine. The battery sticks out in an odd way, but really, it is designed to allow the netbook to tilt up and keep cool. It works. As with the majority of laptop-netbook products, don’t block the bottom of the hardware.

We were unprepared for the stripped down Windows 7 Starter, though. I’d never heard of it and it is so basic, you can’t even change the desktop wallpaper. Although that may not matter to business users, I must still point out that once you have a pink plaid netbook, you kinda wanna customize your wallpaper.

So we used the last license provided by the Windows 7 Home Premium I had remaining from my own upgrade to upgrade the netbook. Windows 7 Starter comes with an Upgrade Option icon (they know you’ll be coming) and by inserting my remaining licensing key, her system was much improved. The Mini capably manages the higher grade operating system.

The power cord is old-style brick. By this time it seems that Mini netbooks should come with mini power cords, but not so here. The machine is lightweight, though, very appealing as a traveling companion, has all the basics for a business working person, an internet cruiser, and a child who loves plaid. Take note that it does not have a DVD player, although it does have several USB ports for attaching an inexpensive ( to ) external DVD drive.

Just that Windows 7 Starter nonsense. Just too stripped down to be useful. And the big brick power cord. Hate those things. One star off for those combined negatives.

UPDATE: Because of the unusual (although it shouldn’t be by this time) screen resolution, we have found that many websites don’t load correctly using Internet Explorer, so my grand defaults to Safari which works just fine.

HP Mini 210-1160NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (White) Feature

HP Mini 210-1160NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (White) Overview

Enjoy ultra portable internet surfing and entertainment. Small, slim and stylish with a crystal design in white with a white keyboard, the HP Mini 210-1160NR lets you surf the web and stay connected wherever you go. Amp up the fun with this netbook by playing videos and music and showing off your photos. E-mail, chat and instantly access your files from anywhere with exclusive, integrated software. At less than one inch thin and starting at just 2.99 pounds, this ultra-compact netbook won’t weigh you down. With a 10.1″ diagonal display and nearly full-size keyboard, the HP Mini 210-1160NR doesn’t skimp on features—it comes complete with built-in wireless LAN, a 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for easy file transfer and a webcam with integrated digital microphone. HP QuickWeb gives you fast access to your favorite sites, e-mail, IM and more. Stream video from other PCs easily and fast with HP MediaStream and use HP QuickSync to synchronize files with your home PC and connect to the same wireless network with ease.
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Cheap ! HP Mini 210-1050NR 10.1-Inch Silver Netbook – 9.75 Hours of Battery Life

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August 26, 2010

HP Mini 210-1050NR 10.1-Inch Silver Netbook – 9.75 Hours of Battery Life Review


So far, so good. I’m very happy with my Mini. I bought it because I had owned an HP Mini 1020 for over a year and was pleased with it. My change was because of more advanced technical specifications, such as: a bigger and faster HD(60GB vs. 250GB, muuuuuuch longer battery life (which means I don’t have to carry the charger around anymore), prettier (it’s red), VGA, ethernet and three USB connections, etc.
BUTS… I don’t believe it: IT DOES NOT HAVE BLUETOOTH!!!! My other HP Mini, much simpler, had it. The Amazon product description said this one did but … oh, surprise: no, it does not have it. That’s why I gave it a 4 star rating. So what, I can live without bluetooth. =)

HP Mini 210-1050NR 10.1-Inch Silver Netbook – 9.75 Hours of Battery Life Feature

HP Mini 210-1050NR 10.1-Inch Silver Netbook – 9.75 Hours of Battery Life Overview

Prepare to be noticed when you take this Netbook out on the town. Small, slim and stylish, the HP Mini 210 lets you surf the web, stay connected, and be entertained wherever you go. Amp up the fun by playing videos and music or showing off your photos. Exclusive, integrated software keeps you in sync with your life by letting you e-mail, chat, and instantly access your files from anywhere. Take just what you need And leave the rest on your primary PC. At less than one inch thin and starting at just 2.69 pounds, this ultra-compact PC won’t weigh you down. You’ll enjoy a 16:9 10.1″ diagonal BrightView Infinity display and nearly full-size keyboard.
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Cheap ! ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-VU1X-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook – 8.5 Hour Battery Life

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August 25, 2010

ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-VU1X-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook – 8.5 Hour Battery Life Review


Bought this Netbook mainly for a backup to my Desktop, to use when there is lightning/thunder in the area, and to use as a type of Ebook reader and a pdf reader (for the local E-newspaper). Power adapter sometimes runs a little hot, and I am not sure about how accurate the 8.5 battery life claim is.

ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-VU1X-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook – 8.5 Hour Battery Life Feature

ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-VU1X-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook – 8.5 Hour Battery Life Overview

Go anywhere in style with the Eee PC 1005HA-V. Weighing less than 3lbs and with up to 8.5 hours of battery life, the 1005HA-V is the perfect on-the-go companion. With built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, a .3MP webcam and Digital Array Mic, you can stay connected with friends wherever you go. The 1005HA-V’s 92%-scaled ergonomic keyboard and Multi-Touch touchpad make it a breeze to type and navigate through content. And a brilliant 10.1 inch matte LCD display makes viewing documents and multimedia content more comfortable than ever. With its sleek curves and smooth lines, the Eee PC 1005HA-V offers superior style without sacrificing performance or mobility.
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Cheap ! ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-EU1X-BK 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – 4 Hour Battery Life

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August 22, 2010

ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-EU1X-BK 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – 4 Hour Battery Life Review


After reading some of the reviews that were left to rate this machine, I could not help jumping in to add my 2 cents. I will try to be concise and to the point:

This Asus Eee is superior to many other netbooks in this category, namely Toshiba NB205-N325BN (that I own and planning to sell) in all aspects except perhaps a battery life. I have just bought this Asus model as a gift to my relative and have been able to test it while setting this up.

Asus Eee has these Key Advantages:

* Great textured mouse pad, much better than one found on Toshiba
* Speaker is also much louder
* Performance is not as lagging as Toshiba’s
* Asus has Windows XP! This is really huge! Windows 7 Starter should never have been on netbooks to begin with. W7 Starter is pure trash with 90% limitations and is very, very slow despite my attempts to optimize the kernel, etc. Never buy a netbook with W7 Starter – you will regret it!
* Better Keyboard than on most netbooks
* Non-reflective active TFT screen
* Wireless LAN card N type vs B/G type still found on Toshiba
* Very light weight

Having stated all these facts, I am going to sell my Toshiba netbook and buy this Asus gem instead.

ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-EU1X-BK 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – 4 Hour Battery Life Feature

ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-EU1X-BK 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – 4 Hour Battery Life Overview

Go anywhere in style with the Eee PC 1005HA-E. Weighing less than 2.5lbs, the 1005HA-E is the perfect on-the-go companion. With built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, a .3MP webcam and Digital Array Mic, you can stay connected with friends wherever you go. The 1005HA-E’s 92%-scaled ergonomic keyboard and Multi-Touch touchpad make it a breeze to type and navigate through content. And a brilliant 10.1 inch matte LCD display makes viewing documents and multimedia content more comfortable than ever. With its sleek curves and smooth lines, the Eee PC 1005HA-E offers superior style without sacrificing performance or mobility.
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Cheap ! Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch Intel Atom Netbook Computer (White)

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August 19, 2010

Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch Intel Atom Netbook Computer (White) Review


Wife and I bought the Asus Eee PC 1001P-MY17-BK primarily to use as an on-the-road word processor and internet connection for when we do customer service evaluations at various businesses. We bought it in April 2010 and it is now August. It has worked very well for this purpose. It’s size is excellent for slipping into brief cases and overnight bags, and it has generally been easy to connect when network service has been available.

I chose this one primarily because at the time it was at the low end of the price range, had at least a four-star Amazon rating from a large number of people, it had a fairly large hard drive, and had the longest advertised battery life. I didn’t really think it would get 11 hours on a charge (and it hasn’t) but it does last for several hours, especially if work is done in short segments. One might get close to 9 or 10 hours if it is left on with no processing being done, but if there is steady word processing, the remaining battery life decreases. If one plays any videos or music, the remaining battery life spins down quite quickly.

As far as usability, it has worked quite well. Screen is easy to read, Windows 7 starter is adequate for what we do, and we have succesfully added the software we needed without difficulty (primarily Windows Office and Dropbox). My wife (who is the primary user) finds the 92% keyboard and scratch pad quite workable. I find it OK for internet cruising, but difficult to use for extended typing. Altho my hands are not all that large, I seem to hit unintended keys, and it seems easy for my thumbs to contact the scratch pad, which sends the cursor flying across the screen. More than a couple times I have erased entire just-typed paragraphs because my thumb apparently dragged (thus selecting a large amount of text) and the next entered letter wiped everything out. This is frustrating for me, but as I said, my wife says it works OK for her.

We treat if fairly gingerly, because it does not seem to be ruggedly constructed. The flat surfaces and the keyboard bend under light finger pressure. Nothing has given way, but we are careful not to put it to the test.

Prior to buying it I read some reviews citing the wall adaptor power supplies as a problem area. When I first got it, I did attempt to simultaneously use the machine while it was charging. The adaptor became very hot, and the machine appeared to stop charging. I shut it down, let everything cool, and tried again from a different outlet. Same thing. Since then we have not tried to use the machine while plugged into the wall — we let it charge up, then unplug it and use it. Then shut down and recharge. The power adaptor has stayed reasonably cool and has continued working.

One other quirk. We have a digital voice recorder with a USB plug built into it. When I plugged it into the notebook, it immediately powered the machine off, and I mean instantly. Took it out, powered up, tried again. Same thing. I realize now I have not tried any other USB items on it, so I don’t know if it was the recorder or the notebook (or maybe those two just do not work together).

Overall we are pretty satisfied with it, and it was a worthwhile buy for us.

Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch Intel Atom Netbook Computer (White) Feature

Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch Intel Atom Netbook Computer (White) Overview

Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-WT 10.1 inch Intel Atom N450/1 GB/160 GB/W7S Netbook Computer (White)
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