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ASUS 8.9" Eee 4GB PC Netbook Computer with Linux - Black

4 stars (28 reviews)
$229.99 List price: $249.99You Save: $20.00 (8%)
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Description

    The Eee PC makes it easy to learn, easy to work and easy to play. It’s the ideal netbook for anyone who wants anytime access to digital content in a highly portable, highly affordable package. The Eee PC’s ultra-compact design makes it a super-light 2.18 lbs. The large 8.9" screen is easy to view and is protected by ASUS’ exclusive zero bright dot guarantee. The wide multi-touch keypad is comfortable to use. The Linux operating system comes preinstalled and it’s loaded with more than 50 useful applications for gaming, entertainment and communication. For example, OpenOffice is preinstalled for when you need to be productive. The Wi-Fi LAN (802.11b/g) connects you automatically to Internet hotspots. Convenient, built-in flash memory with 4GB of storage means you don’t have to save files to your hard drive. Handling digital images, movies and music, and accessing Internet radio are easy. With no moving parts, the state-of the art Solid State Disk is designed to stand up to the wear-and-tear of traveling. Storage can be upgraded via the built-in SD card slot. The Eee PC includes 3 USB 2.0 ports, a memory card reader, a built-in microphone and speakers, audio jack and 4-cell battery.

Features

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  • 8.9" Notebook Computer with TFT, WSVGA LCD Display and 1024x600 Pixel Resolution
  • Loaded with Linux, 4GB Solid State Disk and 512MB DDR2 Memory
  • Intel Mobile Processor
  • USB 2.0, RJ-45 Port, 3 USB Ports
  • 802.11b/g Wireless Connectivity , 10/100 Ethernet LAN Network Card
  • Intel UMA Graphics Card
  • Also Includes Adapter, Battery
  • Features MMC/SD/SDHC Memory Card Reader
  • 8.86 x 6.69 x 0.79 "; 2.18 Lb.

Additional Information

  • DPCI: 080-11-0280
  • ASIN: B001E1OQL8
  • Catalog #: 10974882
  • Item can be gift wrapped.
  • Made in the USA or Imported

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Average Guest Rating: 4 stars

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1-10 (of 28 Reviews)
3 out of 4 people found the following review helpful:
June 23, 2009

4 stars

Very Nice Mobile Computer

Reviewer:  ajg  See all my reviews

I have had this computer for six months and it has proven to be a great bang for the buck. I love light weight, bright screen, and quick boot-up times. Xandros Linux is easy to use even for a Windows diehard like me.

For extra storage I have been using an inexpensive 2G SD module. I have used the Open Office software for PowerPoint presentations at the college where I teach. You-Tube works very well too.

The PC does have a few minor problems when logging to a Windows network. It is slow to recognize other PC's on the network. You cannot edit in place a document on a file server, you have to first copy it to a local drive.

The free space on the 4G SSD drive is sparse, you only have 550M of free space. That's not a lot of room to install other apps or upgrade the existing ones. The CNR software download site has not been working anyway.

The default interface is good but as a power user I would like to have access to the full desktop.

The wireless adapter works well most of the time, and automatically logs on to my router. Sometime I do have to manually run the wireless software to connect.

The manual is OK. As more advanced user I would like to see more technical details.

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5 out of 9 people found the following review helpful:
March 29, 2009

5 stars

SAME PRICE,BETTER NETBOOK!

Reviewer:  SmILEY bRuNETTE "hehe"  (San Diego, CA, USA)  See all my reviews

Ok well I'm 13 and my mom wants to buy me a computer that is very low price,but is functional and acceptable.I am still looking an I told her I want this one because of what's in the description,and for the price.But here's where it gets better!I went on Dell.com to day,and I saw the Mini Insprion 9 Netbook,and it's 20 times better!
The price is very expensive ,just like the Asus Netbook.The Dell is much more nicer looking,and has better features.Its hard drive is much better.I don't have it yet but my uncle has it an he says it's perfect for on the go and mp3 downloads,etc.He says the keyboard takes time getting use 2 but thts all.Also there's a feature when you get 2 customize it,but tht jst adds more money.plus shipping and handling,the Mini Insprion 9 Netbook(Dell) comes out to be 257.99!thts the real price WITHOUT adding any features onto it!!!Worse caseinario,I'll get this Asus.But i'm going 2 get the Dell!!!
go to http://www.dell.com
click laptops
click mini inspiron 9
and jsut browse the images and watch the video!!!!

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2 out of 5 people found the following review helpful:
February 1, 2009

5 stars

A great hard/soft ware hacker. not reallly for beginners

Reviewer:  DavAlan  (Arcata, California, USA)  See all my reviews

Get one of these + a 2 gb ram chip + external usb hd + usb cd/dvd burner, partition the hd to 2 partitions, install windows xp on partition 1 and crashbang or mandriva linux to partition 2 and you will be outperforming most desktop pc's.
This was my 2nd asus eee 1st one is a 701 purchased last year (which still runs flawlessly)
Dont worry about small ssd's as the usb hd is way faster anyway.

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4 out of 4 people found the following review helpful:
January 25, 2009

5 stars

Great School Tool

Reviewer:  Chaplain Joe "Chaplain Joe"  (Baytown, Texas USA)  See all my reviews

Wife bought one for her return to college and she loves it. Easier to use than Windows XP and LOTS faster too. She loves it and uses it more than her 14.1" Acer Aspire with Vista. If you want a powerful machine for graphics, gaming or CAD then this is not the machine for you. If you want a reliable little machine for web, e-mail and basic office use, then this little critter can't be beat for the price. The slightly smaller keys take a little getting used to but by the time you get all the personalizations finished, you are already used to it. Get one and see for yourself.

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3 out of 3 people found the following review helpful:
January 22, 2009

5 stars

great basic computer

Reviewer:  Jayden's mom  (ct)  See all my reviews

My husband bought me this so that I could have my own little laptop for those times when I don't want to sit at the desktop pc or use a big heavy laptop.It's perfect for traveling and I'm online in less than 1 minute. I prefer linux due to all the viruses on windows. The operating system is very easy to use.I have dsl 2wire and it works easily.wont replace the home pc but still a great little computer at a great price!

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4 out of 4 people found the following review helpful:
January 21, 2009

5 stars

the perfect mach

Reviewer:  life is good  (tennessee)  See all my reviews

I bought this netbook at target. It's a great size for carrying and perfect for surfing. It will connect to almost any wireless signal.(unless the signal's locked}The linux system is so easy to use and you can download free stuff off a site.(there is an icon to click) Windows is so easy to get viruses and linux has free anti virus software, and all the open office that comes with it is compatible with windows.
If your in to low cost, ultra stylish, ultra thin,and ultra light weight laptops this laptop is for you

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2 out of 4 people found the following review helpful:
January 18, 2009

1 stars

Not the best bang for your buck

Reviewer:  Experienced EEE Pc User  (USA)  See all my reviews

Its not bad for beginners, but not what you want if doing more.

This is probably the most popular model because you it's the only one you can buy in stores. The small keyboard takes some time to get used to but thats alright. The main problem with this is it has no harddrive, it runs off SD cards instead, making it more likely to crash, and giving you very little memory. The internet also takes awhile to connect to.

Since it is Linux, it has trouble opening documents from Mac and Desktops with XP. FOR WEBCAMS - it is IMPOSSIBLE to find an external webcam that is "plug and play" for linux, since this one comes without it build in.

Over all the eee pc is a great computer, but this model has many flaws so before going to buy one, i would consider buying one offline from asus themselves, looking at the 901+ or 1000 series, and for me, Windows XP is the way to go, not linux.

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3 out of 3 people found the following review helpful:
January 14, 2009

4 stars

Very nice !!!

Reviewer:  sharkster944  See all my reviews

After doing a little research (dell,acer,and others)on mini notebooks I was really impressed with this one I was up in running online..soon as I charged the notebook went on the road and actually went online. I'm fine with linux. Certainly the price is right...I mosstly use it for online...still getting the hang of it the full capibility of the product.

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6 out of 6 people found the following review helpful:
January 6, 2009

5 stars

great!

Reviewer:  Kwile "KW"  (North Texas)  See all my reviews

this thing is amazing, it connects to the internet fast just everything about it is fast and simple. the internet can be slow though not through fault of the computer, but the network. everything is smaller but after only a day i was comfy with it.

all in all 5stars... it really should be 6stars cause thats how great it is!

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5 out of 5 people found the following review helpful:
January 5, 2009

5 stars

TOTALLY AWESOME LITTLE LAPTOP

Reviewer:  skeeter  (Keller, TX, USA)  See all my reviews

It's fast getting on the internet!!! Perfect for traveling. It's perfect for kids and adults! I just love this computer so much!!! It's TOTALLY AWESOME!!!!!

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