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Dec
30

5101 N280 160/1 Gb Pc

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5101 N280 160/1 Gb Pc
 
Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
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Product Description
HP 5101, N280 5101 CPU, LCD 10.1 DISPLAY, WSVGA, 1G 800DDR2 1DM 5101 MEMORY, 160

Product Details
  • 10.1-inch diagonal LED-backlit display

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Never been a HP fan...
 
Review Date: July 16, 2010
Reviewer: P. McKibben, Mississississippi
Never liked HP, but needed a netbook for my Toyota Tacoma. It needed to be tough, and so far (4.5 months), it has held up great! I mounted it on a Jotto desk (swap the laptop desk for the side desk... perfect fit, velcros on). So far I've hit some pretty rough bumps while read/writing and no probs at all, though I wouldn't recommend intentionally doing it. I wanted to swap drives for a SSD, but it would double the cost of the netbook, which was supposed to be cheap (er). I don't like HP, but this is a jewel.

Pros: great keyboard, tough little machine, 2G option available, Win XP Pro an option.

Cons: Yes, it is a dust, fingerprint magnet, who cares? (Cheap shower caps from Sally Beauty Supply cover it nicely)

Conclusion: In the netbook market (tough and rugged), the Samsung NB30 or the HP 5101 were my two top picks. I went the HP route and haven't regretted it.
Slick Travel Machine
 
Review Date: August 22, 2009
Reviewer: D. Dayton, Saint Petersburg, FL USA
I've owned a netbook since April '08 when I bought one of the first mass market Asus EeePC Surf models. It was a useful travel tool, light, easy to store and secure, but it lacked two things.. screen size and an adult size keyboard. The HP Mini 5101 covers both those issues and more.

I've had the 5101 for a week now, and been on my first trip with it. No complaints. Keyboard feels great, good key action. Metal case (aluminum and magnesium) feels solid without being weighty. The power brick is the same as the one my work laptop (also HP) uses, so I can even use that in a pinch when the 6 hrs of battery life runs out. Wireless is great; I picked up wifi points my smaller netbook never saw at the same hotels and airports.

If you're looking for a solid work class netbook, I strongly recommend this one.
Amazing Hardware, Ruined by bloated, destructive Software
 
Review Date: January 7, 2010
Reviewer: Seth Hoenig, Texas
This notebook is more expensive for the specs of hardware you get, but if you like aluminum cases and hard-rubber around the keyboard, then this laptop is perfect for you. It has no problem playing flash videos (even full screen "HD" videos), and plays downloaded DVD's just fine, though I can't vouch for the ability to play blu-ray quality movies.
The keyboard is the largest keyboard you fill find on a netbook. It really is 95% of the size of a full size keyboard, so even for someone 6' tall, I don't feel like I'm cramping my fingers to type. The built in webcam runs smoothly for Skype, AIM, and MSN, and probably works just as well for other clients.

The Catch
The problem with this netbook is not the hardware. The problem is not even Microsoft Windows XP SP3 that it ships with. The problem is the TONS of crapware that HP installs with this netbook by default. To put it in perspective, it took *2 hours* for the netbook to boot for the first time, and not because it had to install XP. It was installing the loads of garbage software that HP decided would enhance your experience or whatever. The best part is, some of that garbageware that HP installs will actually *break* the functionality of XP. Case in point: HP forces the installation of a 3rd party network manager that *disables* XP's built in networking capabilities. If you uninstall that network manager, you will NOT be able to connect to the internet without using 2 registry hacks to re-enable XP's network manager.

I want to give this netbook 5 stars, but HP's garbageware is enough to lower the experience from excellent to "holy crap why does my new computer run like it's 1998?"

Do NOT buy this netbook if you don't know how to reformat and install your own copy of XP, Windows 7, or Linux.
Nice and powerful netbook
 
Review Date: July 6, 2010
Reviewer: R. R. NOVAES,
I've had this since September now, so it's been with me for 9 months.

The good
+ The netbook is very light and convenient to carry around.
+ The keyboard is a great upgrade from any ASUS I know. As large and comfortable as it could be in a computer this size.
+ The aluminum cover is resistant to scratches and other minor damage from daily use.
+ Plays standard quality video, music and Flash very well.

The not-so-good
o Not very easy to clean - the thing is a fingerprint magnet!
o Windows XP doesn't run well with 1Gb - an upgrade do 2Gb is very cheap and can be done at home, but will only help if you buy a good, fast anti-virus/firewall.
o Cannot handle HD video - this was to be expected from a single core processor.

The bad
- If you decide to install Linux (I'd definitely recommend it for most netbooks, if not for performance, for security reasons), then you lose HP 3D Driveguard support. That's a shame since Driveguard will protect your hard drive not only from falls (which are very rare), but also in the event of a turbulence in an airplane, or a bump while riding a cab.

If HP had Linux support for all the features in this computer, I'd certainly give it 5 stars.
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Dec
28

Intel platform for PineTrail netbook: first contact

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The first generation of processors for netbook and nettop Atom series marked, for better or worse, a milestone in the path of mobile computing. Despite many misgivings about the performance of these chips, the choice to give priority to saving energy on any other factor has proved to be accurate and awarded Intel and PC vendors that have shown greater confidence in the model “netbooks.” One can not denyIntel Atom Diamondville CPU with 230, 330, N270, N280, and Silverthorne Z500 series, the merit of having contributed to the widespread success of low-cost computers.

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Dec
28

Netbook: Asus Samsung Super 2010?

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It seems that Samsung is able to win in 2010 the second in the ranking of the leading nebook, ripping the position to Asus. This is what some say the component manufacturers.

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Dec
28

Nvidia ION 2 is compatible with Intel Pine Trail

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Intel says that one always not a good graphics card for netbooks because this requires only the battery life suffers, and on the small screen anyway, it is no fun to play.

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Dec
28

Video: Fujitsu LifeBook UH900 MID demonstrated

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Fujitsu has managed to build is a MID that can collapse like the one Umid M1 but with an even wider margin around the multi-touch functions can be exploited even less.

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Dec
27

MSI U100-876US 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – 6 Hour Battery Life

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MSI U100-876US 10.1-Inch Black Netbook - 6 Hour Battery Life
 
Manufacturer: MSI COMPUTER
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Wind Netbook U100 in Black with Intel Atom N270; Windows XP Home Edition; 10" WSVGA LCD Display; Webcam; 1GB DDR2 System Memory; 160GB SATA I Hard Drive; B/G/N; 6-cells; Bluetooth & carrying bag are not included.

Product Details
  • 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor
  • 1GB DDR2 533 Mhz SO-DIMM RAM built-on. 1 open slot upgradable to 2 GB MAX
  • 160GB 2.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive
  • Windows XP Home, 6 Cell Battery (6 Hour Battery life) Depending on configuration and Usage
  • 10.1-Inch 1024x600 LCD Panel, Webcam 1.3M, Exclusive MSI EasyFace (Face Identification software) Inside

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Dec
27

Acer Aspire One AOD250-1326 10.1-Inch White Netbook – 3+ Hour Battery Life

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Acer Aspire One AOD250-1326 10.1-Inch White Netbook - 3+ Hour Battery Life
 
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Building on its line of popular Aspire One netbooks, Acer makes it even easier to stay productive while on the go with the larger 10.1-inch screen of the Aspire One AOD250. Improving on the previous AOD150 model, the chassis of the Aspire One AOD250 has been honed down to be more sleek and lightweight than its predecessor while still retaining its excellent near full-size keyboard and stylish signature black bezel surrounding the bright, glossy 10.1-inch screen.



A great choice for light-packing business travelers, the 10.1-inch Aspire One AOD250 comes with Windows XP Home, a 160 GB hard drive, and a 3-cell battery for up to 3 hours of battery life.


The sleekly designed Aspire One AOD250 weighs just 2.4 pounds (with 3-cell battery).


The integrated webcam and microphone makes it easy to connect with friends via video chats.
A great choice for students as well as business travelers who like to travel light, this Aspire One AOD250 model (AOD250-1326) in white has a 3-cell battery that provides up to 3 hours of battery life on the go and weighs 2.4 pounds. Designed especially for mobile devices, the 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor uses an innovative design structure and hafnium-infused circuitry, which reduces electrical current leakage in transistors to conserve energy.

You'll be able to easily video chat wherever you roam thanks to the Crystal Eye webcam integrated into the LCD's bezel, delivering smooth video streaming and high quality images even in low-light situations. And the built-in digital microphone delivers superior voice quality keeping background noise level low and minimizing echoes.

Packed with roomy 160 GB hard drive--great for storing a mobile digital audio and video library--this Aspire One also features 1 GB of installed RAM (1.5 GB maximum), 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g), multi-format memory card reader, multiple USB ports, and built-in email, web browsing, and digital media applications. In addition to this Seashell White model, the AOD250 also comes in Diamond Black, Ruby Red, and Sapphire Blue.

It comes preinstalled with the Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system, which offers more experienced users an enhanced and innovative experience that incorporates Windows Live features like Windows Live Messenger for instant messaging and Windows Live Mail for consolidated email accounts on your desktop.

Key Features

  • 10.1-inch LED-backlit CrystalBrite screen (1024 x 600 resolution) (Learn more)
  • 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor combines performance and efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile (Learn more)
  • 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM
  • 1 GB DDR2 RAM (533 MHz; maximum capacity)
  • Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 video processor
  • Crystal Eye webcam supports Acer PrimaLite technology, which consists of a premium sensor, firmware and lenses to provide superior video performance under low-light conditions. A built-in digital microphone helps keep background noise levels low and minimizes echoes.
  • 84-key keyboard, 89 percent of standard-size with 12 function keys, WLAN switch
  • 54g Wi-Fi (802.11b/g)
  • Fast Ethernet (10/100)
  • VGA video output
  • Stereo speakers and optimized Dolby Headphone technology for 5.1-channel audio
  • Microsoft Window XP Home operating system
  • Up to 3 hours of battery life with included 3-cell battery
  • Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.2 x 1 inches (WxDxH)
  • Weight: 2.4 pounds
  • Warranty: One-year parts and labor limited warranty with concurrent International Traveler's Warranty

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This Acer Aspire One notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN (Acer InviLink) that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks and offers Acer's SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency. It also provides Fast (10/100) Ethernet networking.

  • 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
  • Analog video output: 1 VGA
  • Multi-in-1 memory card reader compatible with MultiMediaCard, Reduced-Size MultiMediaCard, Secure Digital, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO or xD-Picture Card
  • 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack

What's in the box
This package contains the Acer Aspire One AOD250-1326 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions

It also comes with the following software: McAfee Internet Security Suite (trial version); Google Desktop; Carbonite Online Backup; Customized Windows Internet Explorer 7.0; Acer GridVista

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10.1-Inch CrystalBrite Screen

The 10.1-inch screen has a WSVGA resolution (1024 x 600) and support for up a 262K color depth. Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, which uses shared video memory with the main memory. Acer's CrystalBrite display technology guarantees the best possible visual experience by preventing the diffusion of surrounding light and internal ray. Compared to normal TFT LCDs, Acer CrystalBrite technology is able to read color coordinates more accurately, thus minimizing distortion and creating high-fidelity colors in all environments.

Power-Sipping Processor

The Intel Atom processor uses a brand new design structure that packs in 47 million transistors into a single chip sized at just 22mm (0.87 inches), and it uses just 2.5 watts of power--less than 1/10 of the 35 watts used by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor--for excellent battery management. This 1.6 GHz Atom N270 processor also includes a power-optimized front side bus of 533 MHz for faster data transfer on demanding mobile applications and a 512 KB L2 cache (which temporarily stores data).

Product Details
  • 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor
  • 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM Single Channel Memory
  • 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
  • Windows XP Home (SP3), Over 3 Hours of Battery Life (3-Cell 2200 mAh)
  • 10.1" WSVGA CrystalBrite LED Display, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950

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Great netbook, absolutely love it, touch pad not good
 
Review Date: June 19, 2009
Reviewer: H. Divakaran, san diego
Got it from Wal Mart for 298 $. This is a great netbook

pros
- After uninstalling Google Toolbar and McAfee and other useless software came with the netbook, it is really fast. 1 GB is enough, if you do that cleanup.
- Thinner than D150 model, very light weight.
- keyboard is small still usable

cons
- touchpad isn't that good, gesture for scroll doesn't work always.
- screen is glossy, but usable. I prefer glossy screen, some people won't like it.
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