DEAL: ASUS Eee PC 4G Surf
Asus Eee PC 4G Surf (7" Screen, 800 MHz Intel Celeron Processor, 512 MB RAM, 4 GB Hard Drive, Linux Preloaded) Galaxy Black
Manufacturer: Asus
Share photos of your travels without waiting till you get home. Shop the world wide web without attaching any lines or wires. Learn through the latest technology without a technical manual. Play, relax, and entertain on the go with shock-proof design. Connect with friends and family with just a few clicks.
Amazon.com Product Description:
Get the power of a full-sized laptop in the ultra-compact ASUS Eee PC 4G, which offers a full QWERTY keyboard, 7-inch screen, and preinstalled Linux operating system. (This laptop is also compatible with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system.) You'll be able to stay connected to email and the Internet easily thanks to the Wi-Fi LAN (802.11b/g). Because it uses flash memory instead of a hard drive (with 4 GB of storage), the Eee PC is optimal for weathering rough handling and sharing space in overstuffed bags.
 With a rapid start-up time, the Eee PC is always ready to get into action. |
For the professional, the Eee PC comes with a powerful selection of software to maximize personal productivity--over 40 built-in applications. The Open Office suite of software enables the user to open, edit and create documents, presentations, spreadsheets and databases that are compatible with Microsoft Office. For journalists, photographers and other professionals who need to use a computer in the field to create, to communicate and to collaborate with other colleagues, the Eee PC's combination of power, extreme portability and rugged build makes it the ideal computing solution.
It's also a great choice for young students, with a built-in Dictionary that's great for homework, and it includes two modes of intuitive graphic user interface design to accommodate both experienced and inexperienced PC users. The Eee PC also handles your digital images, movies, and music as well as Internet radio.
 No technical manual required with the specially designed, user-friendly, and intuitive graphic interface. |
Compact and highly portable at just 32 ounces, the Eee PC 4G has a 7-inch wide color TFT LCD with an 800 x 480-pixel resolution (WXGA). Under the hood is a 900 MHz Intel Mobile CPU with integrated Intel graphics processor, 512 MB of RAM (not expandable), and 4 GB of solid-state flash memory. With the dependable solid-state disk, you get unparalleled shock-protection and reliability. In addition to its wireless LAN, it also offers wired Fast Ethernet connectivity. The Eee PC includes software for Web browsing (Firefox), email, OpenOffice 2.0 for creating and editing word processing documents and spreadsheets, and a suite of other productivity software to help keep you on track.
You get three USB 2.0 ports, a VGA output for connecting to external monitors, headphone and microphone jacks, and a Secure Digital (SD) memory card slot. The Eee PC measures 8.9 x 6.5 x 1.4 inches, and it weighs 32 ounces. The 4-cell, 5200 mAh battery provides up to 3.5 hours of battery life (depending on usage). It's backed by a 1 year warranty for parts and labor.
Lowest Refurbished Price: USD 200.85
- Dimensions WxDxH - 8.86" x 6.30" x 0.79" ~ 1.26"
- Weight - 2.0 lbs
- Processor - Intel Mobile CPU
- Display Type -- 7" Wide
- Display Resolution -- 800x480 (~WVGA)
Color: Galaxy Black
Model: 90OA01A20102111U305Q
Good laptop for surfing but has limits
I like Linux but I could not figure out how to install my XP compatable software. I think you can install and use it on Linux but I just could not figure it out. If you just want to surf the net for cheap you will be happy with this. If you want to download file from the internet you may have to store them on a flash drive. I bought this and returned it and got a ASUS with XP and 120GB hard drive, 1.6 MHz, 6 Hour battery instead.
I needed a small computer
Pro's:
Small, lightweight, portable with good screen resolution. Good sound thru headphones.
Con's:
No optical drive, keyboard not easy with big hands. With I should have gone with the 8G model.
General:
I changed the OS to eee Xubuntu which feels more familiar although not much more useful.
I carry the eee along with an external dvd burner, 110V and 12V(an option) power cords, an external HDD and a few discs in a Targus dvd carry case.
Very portable.
Lotsa Fun!
Love this little guy! It's lightning fast and oh so user friendly! If you are looking for a high tech toy that anyone can use, this is it! Even Grandma can easily access the internet and learn to use the software. It is definitely NOT a full size lap top. Keep that in mind! The keyboard is small, as is the memory. It is what it is and it is a truly awesome product! I also have bought a Dell Mini 9, and while I liked the keyboard better, the loss of speed and the lack of user friendliness makes the Ee PC a much better choice.
Mini Laptop
I ordered this mini-laptop as an early XMas gift for myself...I am so glad! I love it! I replaced my broken 2 yr old HP laptop with this little mini version and could not be happier. I read all the reviews so I was prepared for the small keyboard and slight issues w/key strokes. NO problem...well worth it to have such a light and easy to use machine. The screen is a bit smaller than most webpages so when pulling pages some slight adjustments need to be made to see the entire screen - but again not a problem or room for concern. The software pre-loaded on the laptop easily converts my Office products (word/excel) and opening email w/attachments is very easy. I am a real estate agent and the only problem so far has been w/my local associations website - I have problems w/their site and downloading their info - but I am currently working with their IT folks and should have that problem resolved. I love the size and comfort of this little work horse. I had a small DVD player case of my kids that we use on trips in a closet...I slipped my mini-laptop right in the vinyl case w/handles. It fits perfectly! My favorite part is using it in bed while watching tv..when I am done - its so small it just slips in the nightstand drawer. Something that was always difficult with a full size laptop. It boots quickly and shuts down even quicker...so user friendly! I also love the cord - it very long and doesn't have that heavy power source box attached like my old HP. My kids love the little mini and fight over using it all of the time...its a great little laptop and work computer! I would highly recommend my little work horse!
NICE, BUT.....
ITS A GREAT LITTLE PIECE FOR JUST SURFING WEB. I HAD TO RETURN BECAUSE OF LINUX. I DIDNT REALIZE THAT I WOULD HAVE TO RECONFIGURE MY WHOLE WIRELSS SYSTEM BECAUSE OF THE LINUX. GET IT WITHOUT LINUX.... JMO
