Posted on 08 April 2008 by james
So small, I could hide it up my….
Don’t be deceived by the size and weight (7″ screen at 800 by 640 and .92 kgs respectively). This device is more than capable of meeting the needs of the average PC user.
What does it run?
The OS is a Linux derivative with a custom gui. A tabbed layout gives even the newest of users an easy to use environment with clearly laid out areas for work, internet and games. Bundled in with this comes the open source web browser Firefox and the free Open Office productivity suite. The built-in WiFi capability will have you roaming wirelessy with minimal fuss.
Cons
Yes, there are some things we don’t like.
- Battery life - not great. Asus states that this is up to 3.5 hours but on average we hit 2 - 2.5.
- Keyboard size - I have fingers like sausages but that’s my problem!
- Lack of CD drive - Not a huge problem. We simply attached a USB drive.
‘But I don’t want to run Linux’.
Not a fan of open source? No problems. With some extra memory and and a large SD card this PC is perfectly capable of running Windows XP. But hurry, support won’t be around for too much longer. Also, some users have reported successful installations of Vista but the choice is yours.
The Future.
Asus are planning the release of a higher spec model in the summer featuring:
- Larger storage, up to 12Gb.
To date, final price on the new model has not been confirmed.
Conclusion
An excellent gadget new and seasoned users. Ideal for travelling and, at around £250 or less, won’t make a huge dent in your wallet (well, not too large!).
Statistics
| Main Specifications |
| Product Description |
ASUS Eee PC 4G - Celeron M 353 900 MHz - 7″ TFT |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
2 years warranty |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) |
22.5 cm x 16.5 cm x 3.5 cm |
| Weight |
0.92 kg |
| Processor |
Intel Celeron M 353 / 900 MHz ULV |
| Hard Drive |
4 GB Solid State Drive |
| Networking |
Network adapter - Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g |
| RAM |
512 MB (installed) / 2 GB (max) - DDR II SDRAM ( 1 x 512 MB ) |
| Graphics Controller |
Intel GMA 900 |
| Audio Output |
Sound card |
| Cache Memory |
512 KB - L2 Cache |
| Display |
7″ TFT active matrix 800 x 480 ( WVGA ) |
| Telecom |
Fax / modem - 56 Kbps |
| Input Device |
Keyboard, touchpad |
| Operating System |
Linux |
| Built-in Devices |
Stereo speakers |
| System Type |
Ultra portable PC |
| Card Reader |
Yes |
| Run Time (Up To) |
3.5 hour(s) |
| Notebook Camera |
Integrated - 1.3 Megapixel |
| Platform Technology |
Ultra Mobile PC |
|
| Extended Specifications |
| General |
| Width |
22.5 cm |
| Depth |
16.5 cm |
| Height |
3.5 cm |
| Weight |
0.92 kg |
| Built-in Devices |
Stereo speakers |
| System Type |
Ultra portable PC |
| Platform Technology |
Ultra Mobile PC |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion Slots Total (Free) |
1 ( 0 ) x memory |
| Interfaces |
1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45 ¦ 3 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A ¦ Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Service & Support |
2 years warranty |
| Service & Support Details |
Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Processor |
| Processor |
Intel Celeron M 353 / 900 MHz |
| Power Efficiency |
Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) |
| RAM |
| Technology |
DDR II SDRAM |
| Installed Size |
512 MB / 2 GB (max) |
| Configuration Features |
1 x 512 MB |
| Storage |
| Hard Drive |
4 GB Solid State Drive |
| Networking |
| Networking |
Network adapter |
| Data Link Protocol |
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g |
| Compliant Standards |
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g |
| Wireless LAN Supported |
Yes |
| Miscellaneous |
| Cables Included |
Modem cable |
| Included Accessories |
Carrying case |
| Power |
| Power Device |
External |
| Video |
| Video Memory |
Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0 |
| Graphics Processor / Vendor |
Intel GMA 900 |
| Audio |
| Compliant Standards |
High Definition Audio |
| Audio Output |
Sound card |
| Audio Input |
Microphone |
| Display |
| Display Type |
7″ TFT active matrix |
| Max Resolution |
800 x 480 ( WVGA ) |
| Widescreen Display |
Yes |
| Cache Memory |
| Type |
L2 Cache |
| Installed Size |
512 KB |
| Input Device(s) |
| Type |
Keyboard, touchpad |
| Telecom |
| Max Transfer Rate |
56 Kbps |
| Protocols & Specifications |
ITU V.90 |
| Modem |
Fax / modem |
| Battery |
| Technology |
4-cell |
| Installed Qty |
1 |
| Capacity |
5200 mAh |
| Run Time (Up To) |
3.5 hour(s) |
| Operating System / Software |
| OS Provided |
Linux |
| Software |
Drivers & Utilities, OpenOffice.org Office Suite, Skype, Mozilla Firefox |
| Card Reader |
| Type |
Card reader |
| Supported Flash Memory Cards |
SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard |
| Notebook Camera |
| Camera Type |
Integrated |
| Sensor Resolution |
1.3 Megapixel |
|
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