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ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-PU1X-BU 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook – 10.5 Hour Battery Life

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ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-PU1X-BU 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook - 10.5 Hour Battery Life
 
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Product Description

The 10.1-inch Eee PC 1005HA-P Seashell shines as the ideal netbook for the traveler looking to have it all.

Utilizing ASUS' exclusive Super Hybrid Engine, the Eee PC 1005HA-P boasts an astounding 10.5 hours of uninterrupted battery life so you can work on important documents and surf the Web longer than ever before.

Inspired from the sea shell's contour shape, you will appreciate the attention to detail and eye-catching beauty that makes the Eee PC 1005HA-P a true work of art. Dressed in a sparkling pearlescent "shell" casing that gives it a captivating sheen, the Eee PC 1005HA Seashell is beautiful inside and out.

The Eee PC 1005HA-P offers great user comfort and convenience with its 92% scaled keyboard, multi-touch touchpad and instant key (for quick access to touchpad-lock). The 10.1-inch (Color-Shine) LED-backlit display and sleek chassis will allow you to work or travel in absolute comfort for hours on end. The generous 170GB ASUS Hybrid Storage will enable you to store, share and access your important data anytime, anywhere.

Miles ahead of its competition, the Eee PC 1005HA-P provides leading-class performance and superior portability, liberating you from wall chargers and bringing you into the future of mobility.

Eee PC 1005HA - The Ultimate Road Warrior




Key Features

  • 10.5 hours of unplugged all-day computing with ASUS' exclusive Super Hybrid Engine
  • Large 10.1-inch LED-backlit screen, ergonomic keyboard and multitouch touchpad for extra comfort and convenience
  • Spacious 170GB Hybrid Storage for convenient storage on-the-go (160GB HDD + 10GB Eee Online Storage)
  • Easy mobile wireless connectivity via built-in Wi-Fi 802.11n (draft 2.4GHz n) and Bluetooth V2.1
  • Stunning looks and convenient mobility with seashell design weighing a mere 2.8 lbs
  • 1.3MP webcam and digital array microphones for simple and clear communication
  • ASUS Eee Docking utility to enhance the user experience









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Stunning Looks with Seashell Design

Seashell Design One of the thinnest and lightest mini-notebooks of its class, the Eee PC 1005HA exhibits eye-catching style and a high-quality, reliable build.

Inspired from a sea shell's contour shape, you will appreciate the attention to detail that makes the Eee PC 1005HA a true work of art.

Dressed in a sparkling pearlescent "shell" casing that gives it a captivating sheen, the Eee PC 1005HA Seashell is beautiful inside and out, and weighs a mere 2.8 lbs.

This sleek, sophisticated Eee PC 1005HA-P comes in your choice of either black or blue colors and with every use you will appreciate the relentless attention to detail encompassed in its design.


10.5 Hours of All-Day Computing and Unplugged Freedom

10.5 hours of battery life!! The Eee PC 1005HA-P's Super Hybrid Engine, LED-backlit display, Intel Atom Processor and high density Li-Ion battery pack provide you with more computing time per charge; up to 10.5 hours* of unplugged use when you are out and about. To recharge using the AC power adapter, power plug must be fully pushed into the power socket on the Eee PC until it clicks firmly into place.

ASUS' exclusive Super Hybrid Engine helps you manage your power consumption, by providing you with optimal power setting depending on your current usage needs. Simply change settings in the Super Hybrid Engine software.

With an astounding 10.5 hours of battery life, you can enjoy unplugged freedom to finish your work, video chat with friends, or enjoy entertainment on-the-go.


Large LED Backlit Screen for Comfortable Viewing

Vibrant Screen for Viewing Comfort A brilliant 10.1-inch LED backlit widescreen display makes reading documents and viewing multimedia files comfortable in any situation.

The Eee PC 1005HA-P incorporates the latest generation of LED backlit technology, providing an ultra-thin, ultra-bright and energy-efficient display.

1024 x 600 resolution allows you to view most pages without needing to scroll left or right.

The 1005HA-P also features a brilliant Color-Shine glossy display normally found on high-end notebooks. With Color-Shine, your movies, games and photos are displayed in true and vibrant colors.


Ergonomic Keyboard and Multi-touch Touchpad

Unsurpassed comfort and convenience Thanks to intelligent engineering, the Eee PC 1005HA's thin and compact chassis sports an ergonomically designed keyboard that is a comfortable 92% of the size of a regular notebook's keyboard, proving fatigue-free typing during prolonged use.

The Eee PC 1005HA also comes with a user-friendly wide-format multi-touch touchpad to help you easily navigate the widescreen display without a mouse. The multi-touch interface allows you to scroll and zoom quickly with 2 fingers and is intuitive and kid friendly.

For your convenience, there is also an easy-to-access hotkey for locking the touchpad when you want to use an external mouse.


Flexible Connectivity with Eee PC 1005HA

Enjoy the freedom of wireless connectivity The Eee PC 1005HA-P Seashell comes with the latest in wireless connectivity, including WiFi 802.11 b/g/n (draft 2.4GHz n) and Bluetooth V2.1. Connect easily to wireless networks and Bluetooth devices anywhere you go.

The Eee PC 1005HA includes numerous easily accessible ports including 3 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x VGA port, 2 x Audio input/output ports, 1 x RJ-45 port, and a Kensington Lock port.

A spring-loaded Plug-and-Play MMC/SD/SDHC flash card slot is also provided to let you easily transfer your digital photos and videos and expand your system storage.

A built-in 1.3M Pixels webcam built-in and Digital Array Microphones allows you to enjoy clear audio/video conversations with family and friends even when you're out and about.


Convenient ASUS Hybrid Storage and Power Efficient Intel Atom N280 Processor

170GB of Hybrid Storage by ASUS The Eee PC 1005HA-P comes with 170GB of ASUS Hybrid Storage, which includes a 160GB hard disk drive** and 10GB of FREE Eee Online Storage.***

With Eee Online Storage, your data can be easily shared with other people and can be accessed anywhere where internet access is available.

The ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-P Seashell is powered by the Intel Atom N280 processor.

Built with the world’s smallest transistors, the Atom N280 processor uses only 2.5 watts of power – less than 1/10 of the power consumption of ordinary desktop processors – offering extremely long battery life.






Quick Recovery with Just One Key

F9 Key for Quick Recovery The Eee PC 1005HA-P comes with a built-in quick recovery system that restores your system to its factory settings when you press F9 three times during start-up.

The quick F9 recovery process eliminates the need for a Windows CD or driver CD if you need to restore your system from the factory settings.

It is recommended that you backup your data with Eee Online Storage prior to using the recovery system.


Warranty

1 Year Warranty and Flawless Display Guarantee from ASUS

Users can rest easy with the Eee PC 1005HA-P Seashell's 1 year warranty and ASUS’ Zero Bright Dot Flawless Display Guarantee. If the purchaser discovers one defective bright dot within 30 days of purchase, ASUS will replace the panel with no cost to the purchaser.


What's in the Box

  • Eee PC 1005HA-P Seashell (Blue)
  • Travel Sleeve
  • Power Adapter
  • User Manual
  • Warranty Card
  • Recovery DVD / Support CD



  • Specifications

  • Operating System: Genuine Microsoft Windows XP
  • Display: 10.1-inch 1024x600 LED-Backlit Widescreen LCD (Color-Shine/Glossy Screen Technology)
  • Intel CPU: Intel Atom N280
  • Wireless Data Network: WLAN: 802.11b/g/n (draft 2.4GHz n) & Bluetooth V2.1 + EDR
  • Memory: 1GB DDR-2 (Memory size is upgradable to 2GB)
  • Hybrid Storage: 160GB HDD + 10GB Eee Online Storage**
  • Camera: 1.3M Pixels
  • Audio: Stereo Speakers, High-Definition Audio CODEC, Digital Array Microphones
  • Storage Cards: 2-in-1 MMC, SD(SDHC) flash card slot
  • Input/Output: 1 x VGA connector, 3 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x LAN RJ-45, 2 x audio jacks: Headphone & Mic-in
  • Battery: 10.5 hours* Li-Ion battery†
  • Dimensions: 10.31 (W) x 7.01 (D) x 1.02~1.44 (H) inches
  • Weight: 2.81 lbs (with battery)
  • Color: Blue


  • *Operation lifetime subject to product model, normal usage conditions and configurations.
    **Hard drive capacity without operating system.
    ***Eee Storage service is complimentary for the first 18 months. Please register account information for a 6 month extension (depending on country)
    - All specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers on selected models. Products may not be available in all markets.
    - Product may not be exactly as shown in images.
    † To recharge using the AC power adapter, power plug must be fully pushed into the power socket on the Eee PC until it clicks firmly into place.

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    Product Details

    • Intel Atom N280 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 Cache, FSB 667MHz)
    • Intel Mobile 945GSE Express Chipset
    • 1 GB DDR2 SODIMM memory
    • 10.1" WSVGA (1024x600) Wide Screen LCD w/ LED Backlight
    • Integrated GMA950 Graphics Controller

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    Originally posted 2010-01-28 18:44:01. Republished by Old Post Promoter

    February 28, 2010 by Maestro  
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    Apple MacBook Pro MC226LL/A 17-Inch Laptop

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    Apple MacBook Pro MC226LL/A 17-Inch Laptop
     
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    Product Description

    Amazon.com has certified this product is Frustration Free. A Frustration-Free Package is easy-to-open and comes without hard plastic "clamshell" casings, plastic bindings, and wire ties. It's designed to be opened without the use of a box cutter or knife and will protect your product just as well as traditional packaging during shipping. Products with Frustration-Free Packaging can frequently be shipped in their own boxes, without the need for an additional shipping box. Learn more about Frustration-Free Packaging.

    Featuring a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, the 17-inch MacBook Pro is thinner and lighter than its predecessor as well as stronger and more durable. But Apple didn't stop innovating with the body's design. The MacBook Pro also includes a new high-resolution LED-backlit widescreen with a 1920-by-1200-pixel resolution, a greater color gamut for more vibrant colors, and a 700:1 contrast ratio that makes whites brighter and blacks blacker. It also includes the new glass trackpad that does away with the trackpad button (for larger tracking area) and features Apple's Multi-Touch technology. And the non-removable battery lasts up to 8 hours on a single charge and can be recharged up to 1000 times--compared with only 200 to 300 times for typical notebooks.



    The 17-inch unibody MacBook Pro (see larger version).
    Under the hood, the MacBook Pro is powered by a powerful 2.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor (with 6 MB L2 cache and 1066 MHz front-side bus), which runs applications faster and more efficiently as well as helps to reduce power requirements and save on battery life. And the MacBook Pro includes two video processors for ultimate flexibility: NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics for great everyday performance and NVIDIA 9600M GT discrete graphics (512 MB of GDDR3 memory) for fast, smooth video--perfect for 3D gaming.

    Other hardware features include a 500 GB hard drive, 4 GB of installed RAM (which can be upgraded to 8 GB), an 8x combo Superdrive (for burning dual-layer DVDs as well as CDs), built-in Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed networking, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), FireWire 800 port, Mini DisplayPort video output (for DVI and VGA connections), and an ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot for expansion solutions such as 3G cellular networking.

    It comes pre-loaded with Apple's Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard operating system--an operating system custom-designed for the advanced technology inside--and it also comes with the iLife '09 suite of applications, including iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband, and iTunes.

    The Unibody MacBook Pro Design
    Traditionally notebooks are made from multiple parts. With the MacBook Pro all of those parts with just one part--the breakthrough unibody enclosure. Every MacBook Pro starts its life as a single block of aluminum, which is precisely machined into the basic unibody design. Another pass and the unibody takes shape. Another, and the integrated keyboard emerges. When you pick up a new MacBook Pro, you immediately notice the entire enclosure is thinner and lighter. And it feels strong and durable--perfect for life inside (and outside) your briefcase or backpack.

    The standard aluminum electro-static trackpad has been replaced with a new glass Multi-Touch trackpad, which provides 40 percent more tracking area than before. Use two fingers to scroll up and down a page. Pinch to zoom in and out. Rotate an image with your fingertips. Swipe with three fingers to flip through your photo libraries. Swipe with four fingers to show your desktop, view all open windows, or switch applications. The entire trackpad surface is also a button, allowing you to both track and click virtually anywhere on the trackpad. And you can easily enable multiple virtual buttons in software, such as right-clicking.

    The keyboard has also been improved, with the rigid aluminum keyboard webbing cut precisely to hold the keys, which are curved to perfectly fit fingers. And it's illuminated, so when you're in low-light settings, such as airplanes or conference rooms, you can always see what you're typing.

    Vibrant Display
    With the high-resolution LED-backlit widescreen display on the 17-inch MacBook Pro, you get desktop-quality color in an Apple notebook for the first time. The moment you open your MacBook Pro, you're greeted instantly by full, corner-to-corner screen brightness. The 1920 x 1200-pixel resolution (133 pixels per inch) means you can view more palettes and windows or watch HD video in its native 1920 x 1080 resolution. Perfect whether you're working in the studio or out in the field, the display offers a 60 percent greater color gamut than previous generations for richer, more vibrant colors and a 700:1 contrast ratio that makes whites brighter and blacks blacker. In addition, the seamless glass enclosure makes the display stronger and more durable. Because it's power efficient and the glass is mercury- and arsenic-free, it's also greener than ever.

    Long-Lasting Battery
    The 17-inch MacBook Pro includes a newly engineered lithium-polymer battery that that lasts up to 8 hours on a single charge thanks to advanced chemistry, intelligent monitoring of the system and battery, and Adaptive Charging technology. The battery is built right into the computer, eliminating the space-consuming mechanisms and housings that standard removable batteries require. This non-removable battery also provides a longer battery lifespan of up to 1000 recharges--meaning fewer depleted batteries and less waste, which is better for the environment.

    Giving it a lifespan of up to 1000 recharges required breakthroughs in battery technology. Apple electro-chemists developed advanced chemistry that maintains the battery's charging capabilities longer than ever. And while most notebooks wear down their batteries by charging them at a constant rate, the 17-inch MacBook Pro takes a different approach. Using an Apple-developed technology called Adaptive Charging, a microchip on the battery constantly communicates with the computer to determine the optimal way to charge its cells, adjusting the current up and down depending on a variety of conditions. Combined, these advancements offer a dramatic improvement in battery lifespan: more than three times the lifespan of typical notebook batteries--up to five years.



    Off-the-shelf lithium-ion cells come in fixed, cylindrical shapes. The 17-inch MacBook Pro is powered by custom-made, ultrathin lithium-polymer batteries.
    Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
    Experience improved energy efficiency, expanded wireless connectivity, and amazing battery life with the 2.80 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, which has a super-fast 1066 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and an extra-large 6 MB on-chip shared L2 cache running 1:1 with processor speed. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)

    The hafnium-infused circuitry--which reduces electrical current leakage in transistors--conserves even more energy, giving you more time away from the wall outlet. With 6 MB of shared L2 cache, data and instructions can be kept close to the two processor cores, greatly increasing performance and allowing the entire system to work more efficiently. And, because the processor cores share the L2 cache, either can use the entire amount if the other happens to be idle.

    Video Processing & Output
    The 17-inch MacBook Pro combines the efficiency of an integrated graphics processor with the desktop-class performance of a discrete graphics processor thanks to the inclusion of both. Out of the box, it runs the integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9400M processor, which provides plenty of performance for everyday use with up to 5 hours of battery life. But when you need turbocharged performance for the most graphically intensive tasks, the discrete NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT processor delivers--such as for demanding 3D games like Quake, Call of Duty, and Spore. And thanks to a new graphics architecture, it's easy to switch between these two processors. The 9400M graphics processor shares 256 MB of DDR3 SDRAM with main memory, while the 9600M provides 512 MB of dedicated GDDR3 video memory.

    The MacBook Pro includes a next generation Mini DisplayPort, which delivers a pure digital signal that can drive up to a 30-inch widescreen display. The Mini DisplayPort is ultra-compact at just 10 percent the size of a full DVI connector, and is compatible with Apple's 24-inch Cinema Display. Adapters are also available for using VGA, DVI/HDMI and Dual-Link DVI displays

    Hard Drive and Memory
    The 500 GB Serial-ATA (SATA) hard drive (5400 RPM) quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to USB 2.0. The 4 GB of PC3-8500 DDR3 RAM (two SO-DIMMs of 1024 MB) has an industry-leading 1066 MHz speed, and the RAM capacity can be increased to 8 GB.

    Wireless Connectivity
    The built-in 802.11n wireless networking provides up to five times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g, but it's also backward-compatible with 802.11a/b/g routers, enabling you to communicate with the a wide variety of Wi-Fi resources. It works seamlessly with the new AirPort Extreme with 802.11n. Use the built-in Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to your PDA or cell phone, synchronize addresses, or download pictures from your cell phone. You can also use a wireless headset for iChat audio chats and VoIP calls as well as quickly share files with a colleague.

    Video Conferencing with Built-in iSight
    Artfully placed in the glass display is an iSight camera, which enables easy video conferencing as well as allows you to snap pictures of yourself and create video podcasts. Using the iChat AV application, video conferencing is integrated into your iChat buddy list, so initiating a video conference is a breeze. iChat also lets you hold audio chats with up to 10 people and provides high-quality audio compression and full-duplex sound so conversation can flow naturally. For video podcasting, you can record a short clip using the iSight camera, then use iWeb to create a video blog entry or post your GarageBand-recorded podcast.

    Other Features

    • Three USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800, ExpressCard/34 slot
    • Mini DisplayPort compatible with DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI connectors (all optional)
    • Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors
    • 8x slot-loading SuperDrive with the following write speeds: 8x DVD±R; 4x DVD±R DL (double layer); 4x DVD±RW; 24x CD-R; 10x CD-RW
    • Built-in full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted "T" arrangement)
    • Internal omnidirectional microphone and built-in speakers
    • Combined optical digital output/headphone out (minijack)
    • Combined optical digital input/audio line in (minijack)
    • 95-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery providing up to 8 hours of battery life using 9400M graphics (up to 7 hours using 9600M graphics)
    • Kensington lock slot
    • Measures 15.47 x 10.51 x 0.98 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 6.6 pounds (including battery)

    Environmental Considerations
    Apple has worked hard to eliminate many of the toxins that are a common part of computer manufacturing. Apple engineers removed the majority of brominated flame retardants (BFRs) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) from circuit boards, internal cables, connectors, insulators, adhesives, and more in the MacBook Pro.

    Because Apple makes both the hardware and the software for the MacBook, they're designed to work together to produce a smarter product that uses less electricity. For instance, to reduce energy consumption, the hard drive spins down automatically when inactive. MacBook Air also decides which processor--CPU or GPU--is best suited to efficiently perform a task. The LED-backlit display in the MacBook Pro is another feature that plays an important part in conserving energy, consuming 30 percent less power than conventional LCD displays. And the display is designed to dim when you enter a darkened room.

    The MacBook Pro meets the stringent low power requirements set by the EPA, giving it ENERGY STAR certification. MacBook also meets the latest efficiency requirements of ENERGY STAR Version 5.0 Specification for Computers before its July 2009 effective date.

    The MacBook Pro has also earned the highest rating of EPEAT Gold. The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool, or EPEAT, evaluates the environmental impact of a product based on how recyclable it is, how much energy it uses, and how it's designed and manufactured.

    Pre-Loaded with Mac OS X Snow Leopard and iLife '09
    Every Mac comes with Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the world's most advanced operating system, and iLife, Apple's innovative suite of applications for managing photos, making movies and creating and learning to play music. Snow Leopard builds on a decade of OS X innovation and success with hundreds of refinements, new core technologies and out of the box support for Microsoft Exchange. iLife features iPhoto, to easily organize and manage photos; iMovie with powerful easy-to-use new features such as Precision Editor, video stabilization and advanced drag and drop; and GarageBand which introduces a whole new way to help you learn to play piano and guitar.

    Installed software

    • Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard (includes Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools)
    • iLife '09 (includes iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, iWeb, iDVD)

    What's in the Box
    MacBook Pro, display cleaning cloth, 85W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, power cord, install/restore DVDs, printed and electronic documentation

    Product Details

    • Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
    • 2.8 GHz Core 2 Duo Processor
    • 500 GB hard drive, DVD/CD SuperDrive, 4 GB DDR3 RAM
    • NVIDIA Geforce 9400M + 9600M GT Graphics, 17 inch LED Display
    • Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard Operating System

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    Macbook Pro 17-inch (Mid 2009)...fantastic desktop replacement
     
    Review Date: July 4, 2009
    Reviewer: Greg L. Stewart, San Antonio, TX USA
    Simply put, the best laptop I've ever owned. I configured it through Apple with the 128GB SSD and apps install incredibly fast and launch instantly. The screen is a marvel, 1920 X 1200 with LCD backlight. I opted to go with the glossy, so there are some reflections but only when using directly in front of a bright window, otherwise its not a problem (for me anyway).

    Bear in mind, this is a BIG laptop...its a tray table...but very sturdy and NO flex in the chassis. The trackpad is also very useable, although I still opted for a mouse (Logitech M555b Bluetooth, highly recommended also).

    It doesn't heat up much and has incredible battery life...if I switch to the 9400M integrated graphics (which is fine for most uses), I can get 6 hours on a charge no problem, with WiFi, Bluetooth, brightness at about 60% and the SSD as the primary HD. With a different config YMMV, but I'd bet 5-6 hours is the norm for this machine.

    All-in-all, a great laptop. I'll have this 2-3 years no problems.
    17 Inch MacBook Pro Compared
     
    Review Date: January 25, 2010
    Reviewer: Ronald Hammond, Key West, FL USA
    I had a MacBook Pro 13 inch, have owned and liked both the 15 and 17 inch MacBook Pros. I sold the 15 inch machine, because I carry a machine around with me all day long and the smaller 13 inch was a better fit in my backpack and it weighed less. The 17 inch MacBook Pro I used as a desktop and it worked well for me, but I needed more screen real estate, so I bought a Mac Mini and hooked up two older 23 inch Apple cinema displays. So I thought I was good to go, but sadly, a dirty, rotten, no good, son of a you-know-what, swiped my backpack and gone was my trusty MacBook Pro. I had lots of stuff on there that I couldn't afford to lose, but fortunately I'm a crazy nut about backing up. Still, the loss of the machine hurt.

    So, now I own a new MacBook, have had it for a couple weeks now, so I believe, having owned all of Apple's current MacBooks and the MacBook Pro, that I'm qualified to comment on and compare them here.

    First off, let me admit, I'm not a fan of the glare on Apple's new machines. I spend a lot of time staring at a computer screen and that bright light staring back at me gives me headaches, plus the reflection is distracting. That's why I bought the 17 inch Macbook Pro with a non reflective screen. In many ways it was a dream machine. Fast with a 2.8GHZ processor and 4GB of ram, it's all the desktop most people would ever need, especially if, like me, you get it with a 500 GB hard drive. One big advantage of using this machine as a desktop is that it is portable. If you don't need a laptop on your person 24/7 like I do, you can have your cake and eat it too with this machine. I would have kept this computer forever, had I not needed more screen real estate. I could have added a Cinema display to the machine, but a friend, who is in love with the new glossy Apple screens, sold me his two 23 inch displays for a ridiculously cheap price, so I sold my MacBook Pro on eBay and bought a Mini, which drives the two displays beautifully. Sadly, it's not as fast as the 17 inch Macbook Pro, but sometimes you can't have everything. Apple claims this machine gets eight hours on the battery, but I can't verify that, because as it was on my desk, it was always plugged in.

    I was using the 15 inch MacBook Pro as my laptop and this a dream machine. I had the glossy screen changed out to a non reflective one. You can do this without voiding your warranty for a couple C notes by sending your computer off to a company called TechRestore. You can find them online. Sadly, right after I changed the screen out, Apple came out with a non reflective screen for the 15 inch MacBook Pro for only fifty dollars more. I guess I took it in the shorts on that one. However, I will say that my upgrade had a black bezel, whereas the Apple version has a grey one and ascetically, I think the black border around the screen just looks better. I can't think of one bad thing to say about this machine, other than it's smaller sibling is lighter and, of course, smaller. For many, this could be the only compter you need. I had the 2.8GHz version with a 500GB hard drive, which was the mirror of the drive on my 17 inch MacBook Pro. Most people would have been happy with these two machines and looking back, maybe I should have just purchased one of those Cinema displays and saved myself some money, but I didn't.

    The fastest 13 inch MacBook Pro runs at 2.53GHz, slower than the MacBook Pro I sold to get it, but the size and weight were the major factors for me. Like with the above 15 inch, I changed out the screen. I also upgraded the hard drive to 500GB and to make it even sweeter, after I got it back with the new screen, I sent it off to MCE in Southern California and had the DVD drive swapped out for a second 500GB harddrive. They not only put the second drive in my MacBook Pro, but they put the DVD drive into a nice little case, so that you can hook it up to your MacBook Pro via USB 2.0. This was my dream laptop. I took it with me everywhere and I can't, absolutely can't recommend this machine highly enough. Then someone stole it.

    So now I had that Mac Mini with the two displays, but no laptop. And sadly, I've got a lot less money now, because I'm getting a whole lot less work, because of the downturn. So, this time around I can't afford to trick out my machine to just the way I want it. I had to settle. So I bought the new unibody MacBook. No Firewire and at first I thought I'd be pretty cheesed not having it, but my external harddrives all use USB 2.0 as well and you know, I'm not really missing Firewire at all. Of course I can't use target disk mode, but that's the breaks. Also, I did have to upgrade the memory, come on Apple, everybody who's ever put fingers to a keyboard knows 2GB or ram isn't enough. But I'm living with the 250GB harddrive. The 2.26GHz processor doesn't really seem all that much slower than what I had on the stolen MacBook Pro and I really like the rubberized bottom. I called TechRestore to see if they have an upgrade to a matte screen for these machines yet and they do and I will probably change out the screen, maybe, but maybe not, because I'm finding if I move the computer around a bit and turn down the display, I can almost live with the glossy screen. We'll see.

    In conclusion I've got to say, having owned them all, that they are all great and wonderful machines. I hope I'm not sounding like an Apple fan boy, because I'm not. They could have made the machines better, by offering a matte display to those of us who wanted it for no extra money on the 15 and 17 inch one. Also you don't have to be a professional with a lot of money to be bugged by glare, they could have offered a matte display on their two 13 inch models. They could have put 4GB of RAM into the MacBook, but they wanted to keep the price under a thousand dollars. Still, even with those gripes, these are the best laptops out there. Besides, consider the alternative, Windows 7, horror of horrors.
    Never back to PCs
     
    Review Date: November 1, 2009
    Reviewer: Dr. Goetz K. Oertel, Potomac, MD
    This is my second Mac, an upgrade in size and disk capacity from my first Mac, a MacBook Pro 15 with Intel processor. There was nothing whatever wrong with that old Mac - after 3 1/2 years I just needed more area on the screen for my work and did not mind the much greater disk capacity of the new model The most telling aspect of my first Mac had been that it never "crashed", unlike generations of PCs I had used. If I managed to do something really "naughty" to my Mac, it sometimes closed a software program - but without noticeable loss of data. In stark contrast to my PC days, I never had to scramble to recover data. The worst I ever did was to inadvertently delete some ancient email messages. They proved easily recoverable from the external backup. Yes, initially it took a few hours to re-learn keystrokes that are different on the Mac than on PCs. I saved that back in no time, then received big dividends because my Mac never crashed. It just always works as it is designed to do.
    The most amazing experience with the new Mac was the transfer of my "stuff" from old to new Mac. I went at it with some trepidation because it had taken seemingly endless hours to migrate "stuff" from old to new PCs. By contrast, everything had migrated from old Mac to new Mac in less than one hour via firewire - and all worked perfectly. By 'everything" I mean not just all data - files, records, contact information, photos, calendar, etc.- but also all software I had installed on the old Mac. And, everything was exactly where and how I was used to it, and everything worked as it should on my brilliant and larger new Mac. It is now backed up by even greater memory and processor speed, and runs on Snow Leopard - which is just as flawlessly reliable as the previous operating system but faster and more efficient, with a few neat new features strewn in.
    I can still hardly believe that it took years, no decades, before I got fed up and dumped PCs and their flawed operating systems and incompatible software and data bases for something that works. A student in my family just "took the plunge" to Mac when she inherited my first Mac - she is thrilled. Before that I had loaned it to friends - decades long PC users - who promptly made me a nice offer for it and who have since bought new Macs from the local Apple Store. They are extremely conservative and frugal folks - but it did not take them long to figure out that one Mac every decade that always works is better than a new PC every three years that frequently "crashes". Macs serve their owners and serve them well. PCs work sometimes and expect their owners to serve and service them.. Who is master and who slave? There is never a doubt with a Mac!
    Brilliant!
     
    Review Date: December 4, 2009
    Reviewer: Mr. S. Shetty, UK
    The best and the right decision that I made! I used a friend's mac for couple of hours last month (when he showed off) and immediately realised why MAC was a cut above the rest. When I decided to buy, thought as well should go for the best in the MACBOOK Pro range. I had so many Windows based laptops over the last decade but this I can say is a prized possession! No more crashes, viruses, firewalls, messy uninstalls, painfully slow startups, blue (or black) screens, registry headaches etc.,

    After using this, I definitely made a decision not to go back to Windows again. If I did want to use Windows for whatever reason, bootcamp gives the option but not sure why would one want to? After seeing me praise the MAC some of my colleagues have either bought or in the process of buying one. The others who have bought it already say the MAC is 'just awesome!'

    If you're reading this with a view to whether you should buy or not, don't waste your time! Just go for it - you won't regret your decision.
    The Best!
     
    Review Date: October 13, 2009
    Reviewer: Daniel Lenzmeier,
    Defnitely the best laptop you can buy. It's almost perfect and hats saying a lot considering how great their products are already. They just keep getting better and better, but this machine is so great it will last me a long time before another upgrade. Bravo!

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    Dell Inspiron Mini 1011 10.1-Inch Obsidian Black Netbook – Up to 8 Hours 8 Minutes of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter)

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    The Inspiron Mini 10 is everything you want in a mobile companion and much more. Their highly portable, sharp design is complete with excellent wireless and entertainment features, making the Mini 10 exactly what you’re looking for in a best friend. The Inspiron Mini 10 is designed to give you access to your favorite entertainment. When you are on the go, you can still be connected to email, shopping and more.

    Seamless viewing

    A bright 10.1-inch, seamless widescreen display surface with a 16:9 aspect ratio is designed to present websites without lots of left-right scrolling, as well aswith a smoother line of sight.


    Social Connection
    The Inspiron Mini 10 makes it even easier to stay connected to your world wherever you go. The new internal 802.11b/g WiFi connection brings you wireless technology And the Inspiron Mini 10 small, virtually weightless design lets you travel light while keeping up with your blog, video chat, instant messenger and email so that you never lose touch with your family and friends.

    Smart Design

    The Dell Inspiron Mini 10 was developed from the ground up to be the perfect companion, helping you stay connected while on the go.

    Storage
    Store your music, photos and more on the go. While the Inspiron Mini 10 offers up multiple hard drive options and 2GB of memory, you can also keep your files online! We've partnered with Box.net to provide 2GB of free Internet storage for every Inspiron Mini 10 customer. Store, access, collaborate and share any type of file through a secure, simple and intuitive web browser experience. Plus, you can purchase larger accounts to store more files.

    Keyboard
    The Mini 10 keyboards are so easy to use. At 92% the size of a traditional laptop keyboard, your fingers will be pleased with the Mini 10 keyboards. And with a multi-touch track pad, you’ll have an easy time navigating. Plus, it’s spill-resistant, in case an accident happens.

    Simple and Smart Services
    Our online backup service offers data protection by enabling customers to backup data to a safe, remote storage site using a broadband connection. Dell DataSafe Online is easy, flexible and secure. Set up and forget it for backup of data and help protecting against software, hardware and catastrophic failure.

    Dell Remote Access
    Enjoy what’s on your home PC from almost anywhere. With Remote Access Basic, you can easily access photos, music, movies and more on your home system using another Internet-connected computer. No more waiting until you get home to get the files you need!

    Dell Support Center
    Our centrally located, easy-to-use application provides personalized support resources. Conveniently located on your PC’s desktop with quick links to service, support and system resources. Helps keep your system up-to-date and running efficiently through automated fixes for common configuration issues.


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    • Intel Atom Processor N270 (1.6GHz, 512K cache, 533MHz FSB)
    • 1GB Memory (533 MHz DDR2); 160GB 5400RPM Hard Drive; Media Card Reader; Wireless 802.11b/g Mini Card
    • Integrated Audio; 10/100 Ethernet; 3 USB Ports; Integrated analog microphone;
    • 10.1" 1024 x 576 Glossy Display, Integrated Intel Media Accelerator Graphics, Built-in 1.3MP Webcam, Screen resolution – 1024 x 576 max
    • Windows 7 Starter, Up to 8 Hours 8 Minutes of Battery Life

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    Apple MagSafe 60W Power Adapter for MacBook MA538LL/B (Retail Packaging)

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    Apple MacBook Pro MB985LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop

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    Apple MacBook Pro MB986LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop 2.8Ghz

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    Acer AOD250-1197 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook – Up to 8 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter)

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    Apple MacBook Pro MC118LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop

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    Amazon.com has certified this product is Frustration Free. A Frustration-Free Package is easy-to-open and comes without hard plastic "clamshell" casings, plastic bindings, and wire ties. It's designed to be opened without the use of a box cutter or knife and will protect your product just as well as traditional packaging during shipping. Products with Frustration-Free Packaging can frequently be shipped in their own boxes, without the need for an additional shipping box. Learn more about Frustration-Free Packaging.

    Featuring a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, the MacBook Pro is thinner and lighter than its predecessor as well as stronger and more durable. But Apple didn't stop innovating with the body's design. The MacBook Pro also includes a new 15-inch, LED-backlit glass display (instead of an LCD panel) as well as a glass trackpad that doesn't include a button (for larger tracking area) that features Apple's Multi-Touch technology.



    The 15-inch unibody MacBook Pro (see larger version).
    This 15-inch MacBook Pro (model MC118LL/A) also now includes Apple's innovative built-in notebook battery for up to 7 hours of wireless productivity on a single charge without adding thickness, weight or cost. Using Adaptive Charging and advanced chemistry first introduced with the 17-inch MacBook Pro the built-in battery delivers up to 1000 recharges before it reaches 80 percent of its original capacity--nearly three times the lifespan of conventional batteries.

    Under the hood, the MacBook Pro is powered by a powerful 2.53 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor (with 3 MB L2 cache and 1066 MHz front-side bus), which runs applications faster and more efficiently as well as helps to reduce power requirements and save on battery life. And video is powered by the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics processor, which provides an outstanding everyday graphics experience with up to a 5x performance boost.

    Other hardware features include a 250 GB hard drive, 4 GB of installed RAM (which can be upgraded to 8 GB), an 8x combo Superdrive (for burning dual-layer DVDs as well as CDs), built-in Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed networking, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), FireWire 800 port, Mini DisplayPort video output (for DVI and VGA connections), and a Secure Digital card slot for easy access to digital photos and audio stored on SD and MMC memory cards.

    It comes pre-loaded with Apple's Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard operating system--an operating system custom-designed for the advanced technology inside--and it also comes with the iLife '09 suite of applications, including iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband, and iTunes.

    The Unibody MacBook Pro Design
    Traditionally notebooks are made from multiple parts. With the MacBook Pro all of those parts with just one part--the breakthrough unibody enclosure. Every MacBook Pro starts its life as a single block of aluminum, which is precisely machined into the basic unibody design. Another pass and the unibody takes shape. Another, and the integrated keyboard emerges. When you pick up a new MacBook Pro, you immediately notice the entire enclosure is thinner and lighter. And it feels strong and durable--perfect for life inside (and outside) your briefcase or backpack.



    Off-the-shelf lithium-ion cells come in fixed, cylindrical shapes. The 15-inch MacBook Pro is powered by custom-made, ultrathin lithium-polymer batteries.
    The standard aluminum electro-static trackpad has been replaced with a new glass Multi-Touch trackpad, which provides 40 percent more tracking area than before. Use two fingers to scroll up and down a page. Pinch to zoom in and out. Rotate an image with your fingertips. Swipe with three fingers to flip through your photo libraries. Swipe with four fingers to show your desktop, view all open windows, or switch applications. The entire trackpad surface is also a button, allowing you to both track and click virtually anywhere on the trackpad. And you can easily enable multiple virtual buttons in software, such as right-clicking.

    The keyboard has also been improved, with the rigid aluminum keyboard webbing cut precisely to hold the keys, which are curved to perfectly fit fingers. And it's illuminated, so when you're in low-light settings, such as airplanes or conference rooms, you can always see what you're typing.

    The 15-inch display is made of edge-to-edge, uninterrupted glass for a smooth, seamless surface and features LED backlighting for brilliant instant-on performance that uses up to 30 percent less energy than its predecessor. The ultra-thin displays provide crisp images and vivid colors which are ideal for viewing photos and movies

    Long-Lasting Battery
    The 15-inch MacBook Pro now includes a newly engineered lithium-polymer battery that that lasts up to 7 hours on a single charge thanks to advanced chemistry, intelligent monitoring of the system and battery, and Adaptive Charging technology. The battery is built right into the computer, eliminating the space-consuming mechanisms and housings that standard removable batteries require. This non-removable battery also provides a longer battery lifespan of up to 1000 recharges--meaning fewer depleted batteries and less waste, which is better for the environment.

    Giving it a lifespan of up to 1000 recharges required breakthroughs in battery technology. Apple electro-chemists developed advanced chemistry that maintains the battery's charging capabilities longer than ever. And while most notebooks wear down their batteries by charging them at a constant rate, the 15-inch MacBook Pro takes a different approach. Using an Apple-developed technology called Adaptive Charging, a microchip on the battery constantly communicates with the computer to determine the optimal way to charge its cells, adjusting the current up and down depending on a variety of conditions. Combined, these advancements offer a dramatic improvement in battery lifespan: more than three times the lifespan of typical notebook batteries--up to five years.

    Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
    Experience improved energy efficiency, expanded wireless connectivity, and amazing battery life with the 2.53 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, which has a super-fast 1066 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and an large 3 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)

    The hafnium-infused circuitry--which reduces electrical current leakage in transistors--conserves even more energy, giving you more time away from the wall outlet. With 3 MB of shared L2 cache, data and instructions can be kept close to the two processor cores, greatly increasing performance and allowing the entire system to work more efficiently. And, because the processor cores share the L2 cache, either can use the entire amount if the other happens to be idle.

    Video Processing & Output
    The MacBook Pro delivers both powerful graphics performance and long battery life via the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics processor, which provides an outstanding everyday graphics experience with up to a 5x performance boost. Power your way through the latest 3D games--including Call of Duty and Quake--and enjoy improved graphics performance with iWork '09, iLife '09, and everything you do in Mac OS X. The power-saving NVIDIA integrated graphics processor also keeps you up and running throughout the day, with up to 7 hours of battery life.

    The MacBook Pro includes a next generation Mini DisplayPort, which delivers a pure digital signal that can drive up to a 30-inch widescreen display. The Mini DisplayPort is ultra-compact at just 10 percent the size of a full DVI connector, and is compatible with Apple's 24-inch Cinema Display. Adapters are also available for using VGA, DVI/HDMI and Dual-Link DVI displays

    Hard Drive and Memory
    The 250 GB Serial-ATA (SATA) hard drive (5400 RPM) quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to USB 2.0. The 4 GB of PC3-8500 DDR2 RAM (two SO-DIMMs of 1024 MB) has an industry-leading 1066 MHz speed, and the RAM capacity can be increased to 8 GB.

    Wireless Connectivity
    The built-in 802.11n wireless networking provides up to five times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g, but it's also backward-compatible with 802.11a/b/g routers, enabling you to communicate with the a wide variety of Wi-Fi resources. It works seamlessly with the new AirPort Extreme with 802.11n. Use the built-in Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to your PDA or cell phone, synchronize addresses, or download pictures from your cell phone. You can also use a wireless headset for iChat audio chats and VoIP calls as well as quickly share files with a colleague.

    Video Conferencing with Built-in iSight
    Artfully placed in the glass display is an iSight camera, which enables easy video conferencing as well as allows you to snap pictures of yourself and create video podcasts. Using the iChat AV application, video conferencing is integrated into your iChat buddy list, so initiating a video conference is a breeze. iChat also lets you hold audio chats with up to 10 people and provides high-quality audio compression and full-duplex sound so conversation can flow naturally. For video podcasting, you can record a short clip using the iSight camera, then use iWeb to create a video blog entry or post your GarageBand-recorded podcast.

    Other Features

    • Two USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps), one FireWire 800 (up to 800 Mbps), SD card slot
    • Mini DisplayPort compatible with DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI connectors (all optional)
    • Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors
    • 8x slot-loading SuperDrive with the following write speeds: 8x DVD±R; 4x DVD±R DL (double layer); 4x DVD±RW; 24x CD-R; 10x CD-RW
    • Built-in full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted "T" arrangement)
    • Internal omnidirectional microphone and built-in speakers
    • Combined optical digital output/headphone out (minijack)
    • Combined optical digital input/audio line in (minijack)
    • Kensington lock slot
    • Measures 14.35 x 9.82 x 0.95 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 5.5 pounds (including battery)

    Environmental Considerations
    Apple has worked hard to eliminate many of the toxins that are a common part of computer manufacturing. Apple engineers removed the majority of brominated flame retardants (BFRs) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) from circuit boards, internal cables, connectors, insulators, adhesives, and more in the MacBook Pro.

    Because Apple makes both the hardware and the software for the MacBook, they're designed to work together to produce a smarter product that uses less electricity. For instance, to reduce energy consumption, the hard drive spins down automatically when inactive. MacBook Air also decides which processor--CPU or GPU--is best suited to efficiently perform a task. The LED-backlit display in the MacBook Pro is another feature that plays an important part in conserving energy, consuming 30 percent less power than conventional LCD displays. And the display is designed to dim when you enter a darkened room.

    The MacBook Pro meets the stringent low power requirements set by the EPA, giving it ENERGY STAR certification. MacBook also meets the latest efficiency requirements of ENERGY STAR Version 5.0 Specification for Computers before its July 2009 effective date.

    The MacBook Pro has also earned the highest rating of EPEAT Gold. The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool, or EPEAT, evaluates the environmental impact of a product based on how recyclable it is, how much energy it uses, and how it's designed and manufactured.

    Pre-Loaded with Mac OS X Snow Leopard and iLife '09
    Every Mac comes with Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the world's most advanced operating system, and iLife, Apple's innovative suite of applications for managing photos, making movies and creating and learning to play music. Snow Leopard builds on a decade of OS X innovation and success with hundreds of refinements, new core technologies and out of the box support for Microsoft Exchange. iLife features iPhoto, to easily organize and manage photos; iMovie with powerful easy-to-use new features such as Precision Editor, video stabilization and advanced drag and drop; and GarageBand which introduces a whole new way to help you learn to play piano and guitar.

    Installed software

    • Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard (includes Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools)
    • iLife '09 (includes iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, iWeb, iDVD)

    What's in the Box
    MacBook Pro, display cleaning cloth, 60W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, power cord, install/restore DVDs, printed and electronic documentation

    Product Details

    • Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
    • 2.53 GHz Core 2 Duo Processor
    • 250 GB hard drive, DVD/CD SuperDrive, 4 GB DDR3 RAM
    • NVIDIA GeForce 9400M Graphics, 15.4 inch LED Display
    • Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard Operating System

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    Samsung NC10-13GB 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook – Up to 6 Hours of Battery Life

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    NC Series Netbook NC10-13GB. 10.1" Wide screen VGA Blue Netbook. Display Resolution: 1024 x 600 WSVGA Display Brightness: 220 nits Processor: Intel Atom processor N270 Processor Speed: 1.6 GHz 533 MHz Front Side Bus 512 KB Level 2 Cache Hard Drive Size: 160 GB 2.5 HDD 5400 RPM SATA Memory Size: 1 GB DDR2 expandable to 2 GB (single slot) I/O Ports: 3-USB 2.0 VGA Headphone out Mic-in Internal Mic RJ45 3-in-1 Multi-memory Card Slot (SD SDHC MMC) Graphics: Intel GMA 950 Optical Disk Drive: N/A (External - Optional) Connectivity: 802.11 b/g WiFi Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR 10/100 BaseTX LAN Battery: High Capacity 6-Cell Lithium Ion 5200 mAh battery (8 Hours). Battery life values based on MobileMark testing. Operating System: Genuine Microsoft XP Home with Service Pack 3 Software: Samsung Recovery Solution III Samsung Magic Doctor Samsung Update Plus Easy Display Manager Samsung Easy Battery Manager Samsung Easy Network Manager Samsung Easy SpeedUp Manager McAfee Virus Scan (60-day trial) Adobe Acrobat Reader Security: N/A Other: 1.3 Mega Pixel webcam Kensington Key Lock

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    • 1.6GHz Intel N270 Atom Processor (533 MHz Front Side Bus 512 KB Level 2 Cache)
    • 1 GB DDR2 RAM, Expandable to 2 GB (single slot)
    • 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400 RPM), 802.11 b/g WiFi
    • Genuine Microsoft XP Home (SP3), 6-Cell Lithium Ion 5200 mAh Battery
    • 10.1" Widescreen WSVGA 1024x600 Display, Intel GMA 950 Graphics

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