Asus Eee PC 701 Price Comparison
We know the passion for technology combined with work requirements leads to buy the latest technology and electronics trends ... I belong to the category of those that are difficult to miss the latest in computing: that is why a few days ago we welcomed the smallest notebook ever entered the house Rospikk.
Booked March 3 at one of my suppliers has arrived at my shop only last Friday with a wait of about two months, can not be considered unfortunate as there are customers who are waiting for much longer.
The EeePC is born as the global computerization project, a PC for all it was said at the beginning! Soon after considering the features and ease of use has become a sought-after technological object but at the same time making trend. I remember the first time I saw him pull out a bag ship my expression of surprise!
The strong point of this mini laptop Asus weblog is undoubtedly the portability and small size, can be slipped easily into the camera bag or a backpack, a notebook, an impressive ratio of tracks (with screen 15 ") and this!
TECHNICAL (4G version)
For technical as always you can find anything on the internet and even more so given the forums and sites devoted to this little gem that arise continuously. in this part I will personally show you my impressions of them:
HD:
The notebook is equipped with a 4 GB hard disk SSD (solid state, so no moving mechanical parts) much faster and silent classics Hard Disk. The speed and low noise
points clearly positive but it must be said that the number of writing and erasing is limited. Beware though, I read some forums on the Internet in unnecessary alarm! There will be broken into short periods, it comes from years of use without any problem, and then takes a few tricks to prolong the life of the creature.
If you use the operating system supplied will suffice himself with an SD memory card or a PenDrive on which to save your files and documents, but if like me not to resist the temptation to install a copy of Windows XP at this point some things you require:
XP does not know how to save disk space, temporary files, virtual memory and application data on disk write and rewrite many times during a normal session for word. For the preservation of fixed dell'eeePC is strongly recommended moving these folders and their files. Asus into the design of the little creature has winked at the Microsoft operating system to the point of supply included a DVD with drivers and a small installation guide and optimize the system. Follow step by step guide included and no problem will occur before and after customization.
What you need to install XP?
1) Copy of Windows XP Professional (many users have experienced difficulties with the Home Media Center while that might not be precisely supported, some users have also installed a small copy of Windows Vista but the system as we know it is too demanding in terms of hardware and might not work properly).
2) CD / DVD USB external (the eeePC has no integrated disc player is equipped only 3 USB 2.0 ports and a reader SD / MMC).
3) One SD memory card or a PenDrive on which to move the Windows temporary files after installation.
4) The guide that came with the laptop.
The installation of Windows XP is not irreversible (you can return the car to its original operating a restore with the DVD system that is inside the pack) but will erase all data previously saved with the native operating system customized Xandros Linux specifically for the characteristics of the computer.
MEMORY:
The version in my possession is equipped with 512MB of DDR2 memory of a quantity sufficient to run the native operating system but definitely in trouble running smoothly Windows. Before you buy your notebook whether the retail version gives the possibility to expand the RAM (there are some in which this possibility is not possible). However, even with 512 MB of RAM your computer performs its duty admirably.
Processor:
The system is based on an Intel Celeron M at 900MHz, in my opinion the best practical choice for this type of handset, it is a processor tested enough and predictable over time, very economical in terms of energy consumption and acceptable performance ( obviously in relation to the whole system and entitlements of the computer).
Video Chipset:
Intel GMA 900 is the graphics processor that deals with the weighty task of processing all information in the particular format 800x480 screen 7 ". The display is clear with both operating systems I tested the performance but certainly not allow the use of hexose software resources such as video games or 3D graphics.
OTHER:
The computer has built-in webcam, microphone, video out, microphone, headphone jack, socket for connection to the LAN and wifi card. Memory card reader and USB ports there I mentioned before.
PERSONAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The eeepc has grabbed the attention of consumers and technicians. The laptop should be a computer with reduced size and portability, to be used when needed and in any case temporary unavailability of a disk. Over the years this privilege has gradually disappear until you see laptops with high performance but at the same time dall'ingombro excessive.
Asus has aimed at small and at an acceptable cost (299 $ is the cost to bring home this cute, though many took advantage of increasing the price when considering the reduced availability or even selling the reservations made at the gas stations!) .
The price / quality ratio is fair and also at this time is an appliance that keeps its value well over time (careful, though, because shortly are expected slightly higher than other models with features that will greatly devalue the models currently in circulation) I saw some used on ebay auctions exceed the price of new!
In conclusion it is not a computer but by the excellent performance of a device that will create a new range of handheld computers located between the most sophisticated and classic notebooks.
Recommended to those who have very little space on the move and who can not give up a product of the trend.
Next time!
Attach different pictures ... the first operating system with the latest Xandros after installing XP.
PS: I had to select an integrated peripherals otherwise did not make me post your opinion ... obviously the modem is not integrated
