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Color:Galaxy Black Media:Personal Computers Autographed:No Memorabilia:No Operating System:Linux CPU Manufacturer:Intel CPU Speed:900 System Bus Speed:400 System Memory:1 Memory Type:DDR2 SDRAM Hard Drive Size:20 Floppy Disk Drive:None Native Resolution:8.9 Modem:None Display Size:8.9 Shipping Weight (lbs):2.2 Dimensions (in):6.7 x 8.9 x 0.8 nv:Condition:New Operating Systems:LINUX Platform:Netbook PS/2 Mouse Connectors:N/A PS/2 Keyboard Connectors:N/A Serial Communication Ports:N/A Parallel Ports:N/A USB Ports:3 FireWire Ports:N/A Fast Infrared Ports (FIR):N/A LAN Ports:1 Modem Ports:N/A Audio Out Jacks:1 Line In Jacks:N/A Microphone Jacks:1 VGA Ports:1 S-Video Connectors:N/A DVI Video:N/A Port Replicator/Connector:N/A Processor Brand:Intel Processor Class:Mobile CPU Memory Type:DDR2 Memory Size:1GB
Product Description Netbook Eee PC 900 offers you more options for your mobile computing needs. Incorporating with the built-in Solid State Drive (SSD) technology provides shockproof computing, less power consumption, fast boot up, less heat, less RMA, less noisy and lighter weight, you will find it "Easy to learn, work and play" - making it your best outdoor companion anywhere, anytime. New perspectives with 8.9 inch display - large 8.9" screen size for more screen space, making it more comfortable on eyes when in use. 1024 x 600 resolution allows you to view a single A4 page without the need to scroll left or right for easier reading and editing of documents. 8.9" screen does not affect the overall weight of the Eee PC 900, which remains below 2.18lbs, making it your ideal mobile Internet device. It also offers Rapid Start in less than 15 seconds with full range of applications to enhance communications and computing experiences with no extra costs. Content includes Eee PC, battery, AC Adapter, Sleeve Case, Manual and Recovery CD.
ASUS EddPC 900November 9, 2008 Good basic PC for internet, email, and word processing. Battery life not very good, less than 2 hours. Also when not in use the battery, even though fully charged when turned off, loses 80% of the stored power within a week. Best to remove battery when not in use.
Nice little toolOctober 11, 2008 I purchased this little computer as a pilot project. I wanted to show computer phobes that netbooks are a viable way into computers and mobile computing. The advantages are size and weight. The deficits are smaller screen size and storage. However, these are no biggies.
My little Netbook receives a lot of attention. Everyone wants to try it from adults, and especially teenagers who say they are going to ask their parents for one. Who can resist? It does most everything a larger lappie would do except burn CD's and DVD's. The screen size is a tad small, but I don't mind losing screen size for ultimate portability. The keyboard is small, but even with my larger hands and some familiarization you eventually get facile. This took about a week. The speakers are teeney, so don't expect stupendous sound unless you mount externally powered speakers.
On the technical side - the wireless was easy to configure, though I do have to turn it on manually to activate. It easily picks up hotspots and the Linux system in easy to navigate and booting up takes only moments. If there were a slight negative about Linux it's a few more steps involved in moving files and managing Linux folders. I am so used to placing folders on a MAC desktop vs. tucking it away in multiple Linux document folders under a "work" tab. Not an issue as it becomes second nature.
On the hardware side the battery lasts a few hours 2-3, but oddly if left unplugged and shutoff the netbook battery drains itself quite quickly. I had topped the battery to 100% and left it unplugged from the charger for six days. Upon returning the battery was down to surprising 50%. Again, no biggie as it stays plugged in most of the time.
In short, for a very portable, cute and usable laptop this ASUS represents a terrific alternative to heavier notebook computers and is solidly built. Kids love it!
For the complete novice or expert programmer - no one in betweenOctober 7, 2008 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Yes, the Eeepc is a wonder, but you need to know what you're getting with this if you don't opt for Windows. You are NOT getting a computer with an open operating system and a few useful programs - you are getting a completely modified version of Linux that is locked from any customization what-so-ever.
If you are a complete novice and just want to check email and surf the web, then this computer is wonderful. And if you are a hardened Linux programmer, you can dig into this thing and modify it to your heart's content.
But if you're like the other 90% of us, you have enough experience with computers that you'd probably like to install something that isn't already on it, and unless you enroll in a programming class, GOOD LUCK!
I'm rooting for Linux, but it has a LONG way to go. It's absolutely impractical for anyone not already an expert with it. I am a database programmer, so I'm usually pretty resourceful when it comes to figuring things out, but even I have spent WEEKS trying to get this thing to do what I want. Once I started modifying it, there were nothing but problems. I swear, I actively had to reprogram the operating system to NOT delete files off the desktop when it's turned off. That's insane. It's not worth it...
Go for the Windows install, or get a Dell Mini. You've been warned...
Nice but the operating system had to goSeptember 28, 2008 It's great, but in order to enjoy it I had to load "eee ubuntu."
Now everything is fine.
I'm Lovin itSeptember 13, 2008 Its what I had in mind when I decided to look for a small, lightweight little laptop for personal travel use. It filled my every expectation. I wanted something that I could drop in my carry-on and not have to huff and puff as I was lugging it thru the airport. I'm not expecting it to do my engineering work, I've got a company unit for that (and what a pain it is to use in the hotel room with all its firewall protection). There are things that some might want in this that it doesn't have, but they would just make it bigger or more expensive. I've had it 6 weeks now and am real happy; got what I paid for.
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