ASUS Eee PC 4G (7-Inch Display, Intel Mobile Processor, 512 MB RAM, 4 GB Hard Drive, XP Home Preloaded) Pearl White | 
| Brand: Asus
This item is no longer available
Rating:  31 reviews
Sales Rank: 819
Color: Pearl White
Media: Personal Computers
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Windows XP Home Edition
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
Processors: 1
System Memory: 512
Memory Type: DDR2 SDRAM
Hard Drive Size: 4
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Modem: None
Display Size: 7
Clothing Size: 7" screen
Size: 7" screen
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.8
Dimensions (in): 12.1 x 9.9 x 3.3
MPN: EEEPC4XPW
Model: 90OA01BA0112131U305Q
UPC: 884840227533
EAN: 0884840227533
ASIN: B0017L77UW
| |
| Features:
| • | Box Contents - Asus Eee PC 4 XP Pearl White, 4-Cell Battery Pack, (120-240v) AC Power Software Bundle - Windows XP Home, Microsoft Works, 1-Year Limited Warranty | | • | 7 inch LCD Display | | • | WiFi 802.11b/g | | • | 10/100 LAN | | • | 512MB RAM Memory |
|
| Accessories:
|
| Similar Items:
|
| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
Play, relax, and entertain on the go with shock-proof design. Lightweight and ultra compact, you can take the Eee PC anywhere. Bumps and shocks are no longer issues. With a dependable solid-state disk, you get unparalleled shock-protection and reliability. Power-efficient design provides longer operating time when on the go. The Eee PC provides users with a comprehensive Internet experience based on three Es: Easy to learn, work, play; Excellent Internet experience and Excellent on-the-go, the Eee PC accommodates both experienced and inexperienced PC users alike. With the addition of the familiar Windows XP interface, users can better integrate and achieve total compatibility with current software and applications. Pre-installed with Windows XP, the Eee PC provides an easy, convenient and fuss-free platform to seamlessly integrate multiple devices, applications and services. On top of this flexibility, the consistent interface provides a safe and dependable operating environment. Complementing this ease-of-use is Microsoft Works, which equips the user with numerous applications that include word processing, spreadsheet, database management and address books. You're always connected with built-in WiFi 802.11 b/g that automatically detects and connects to the Internet at any hotspot. Upload photos and videos and share them instantly on Flickr or YouTube without waiting till you get home. Enjoy music and videos with extensive support for a wide range of digital multimedia. Log onto Skype and you can connect with friends anywhere, anytime. Clear up wire clutter with the built-in card reader, camera, speaker, and microphone. Since it's so easy to use and durable this makes a perfect gift for everyone. 4GB Flash Drive (External Hard Drive recommended for storing data and installing additional Software) Built-in Webcam Hi-Definition Audio Speaker and Microphone Memory Card Slot - MultiMe
|
| Customer Reviews: Read 26 more reviews...
 Great little laptop for basic work May 7, 2008
Richard L. Searfoss Jr. (Aliso Viejo, CA United States)
19 out of 20 found this review helpful
I already have a desktop computer together with a larger laptop. I was looking for a small and light computer which I could take on trips (I travel frequently) to check e-mail and access the internet. This little computer is perfect for these tasks. I specifically wanted this version since it has Windows XP installed (rather Linux) and is compatible with work-related software which I installed. Getting started was easy and setup is a breeze. On the downside, the screen is rather small and the keyboard is also very small. As I said, for basic e-mail and internet access, this handy little computer is wonderful. However, it is not designed for heavy duty business usage due to the small screen.
 It is what it is ... May 12, 2008
Frank P. Rocha (San Antonio, TX)
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
Two things the eee PC is NOT: 1) It is not a desktop replacement. Silly to even consider it. 2) It is not a replacement for your personal laptop. (You'll never watch DVD's or load your iTunes library on it.)
OK, what good is it? I travel quite a bit on business and always have to lug my business laptop around and you know what a pain that is. But when I travel all I really need is: 1) Internet access to check-in for my flight. 2) Need access to the web for my email. 3) Need to do some lite editing on Excel, WORD, and Powerpoint. 4) Need to be able to read PDF documents. 5) Need an external video port and USB connection to run my Powerpoint presentations.
Given those requirements, this little guy is great! Plus, it supports my air card, and the preformance of my Slingbox player is really good.
Now that I have it, I wish I had spent the extra $150 and got the eee PC 900, but for what I need, it's awesome. To be fair, I've only had it a week, and haven't loaded MS Office (need to buy a USB CD/DVD drive), but I'm not anticipating any issues. (I'll update if my opinion changes after this.)
The 4G-XP (there is also a linux version) has:
512K Memory
4Gb solidstate flash drive
XP Home Edition
External video port
3 USB connections
Ethernet connection
Builtin webcam
Mic & earphone jack
Also, can be upgraded with a SD storage card.
The only cons are that the keyboard is a little small (that's why I say only "lite" document editing, but you could add an external full size keyboard.) Battery life is probably not stellar, and keyboard "sounds" a little fragile.
So, as the title says, "it is what it is". Nice little package for traveling around. It weighs next to nothing and not much bigger than a paperback novel. Just manage your expectations, and you'll probably be very happy.
Great little companion laptop May 6, 2008
Michael Smith (Muncie, IN USA)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I bought this for my wife as a companion to her desktop and work full-sized laptop. She found the laptop just too much of a pain to haul around for email and office doc access while on the road. The Eee PC was attractive for its low cost (since she already has 2 computers)and portability. I chose the XP version, since I am not experienced with Linux, and wanted to ensure some ability to do maintainence myself.
The computer comes with quite a bit of junk preloaded that I simply don't need, but it was easily removed, and some people might find it useful. The main weakness of the software bundle is that it includes Microsoft Works which, let's face it, is almost useless if you need to interact with grown-up office apps very much. I quickly downloaded Openoffice.org, a powerful... and free... office suite that offers good compatibility with MS Office (I use the Novell version that supports office 2007 formats).
Both XP and Openoffice.org run quite well on this mini-laptop.
The only other "complaint" I have is the very small screen. It would be difficult to use for a long time, but given the price point, it works reasonably well. I'd have gotten the bigger screen, if it were available, even if it cost a hundred bucks or so. I'll definitely look into a bigger, thinner LCD version in the replacement in a few years though.
All in all, this is a pretty impressive product, expecially considering the price.
Great little machine May 10, 2008
George Porraz (Lompoc, CA USA)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I was originally going to purchase the 2G Linux-driven product, but for a few bucks more decided on the 4G XP version. I am glad I did! I love it's portability and size (although typing at my normal speed is tricky.) and I was fully aware of what I was commiting myself to prior to purchase. There are NO unpleasant surprises. I wouldn't recommend getting this as a primary computer. I still have my home unit, but this one is great to take along with me.
Perfect for portability and travel June 20, 2008
Mr. Scoutmaster (Florida)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I have been looking for a small laptop with Wi-Fi and Windows XP, that will fit inside the small safe in the staterooms on Carnival cruise ships. The Asus eee PC with XP is it! The Carnival safe measures about 10W x 9H x 8D inches; good for passports, medications, cash, PDA and other small items.
I did a lot of research on the Web, read reviews, and found some units for sale on Amazon, Best Buy, and other online stores. BestBuy.com led me to believe that the units were only available online, with no store pickup.
A few days ago, I was at the local Best Buy, looking for a part, when I discovered that they had some Asus eee PCs in stock. I bought the black eee PC 4G with pre-installed Windows XP. Their return policy was 14 days with a 15% restocking charge, if it was returned because I didn't like it. Seemed like a safe bet to me, so I bought it.
It was set up in minutes, most of the time performing the Windows XP user setup. The Asus functions as well as my other laptops, just with a smaller screen and no optical drive. Out of the box, the pre-loaded programs (Windows XP Home, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Works, Windows Media Player)use up about one-half the 4Gb space.
I wanted to download Motorola Phone Tools, so I copied the CD-Rom to a jump drive using another laptop. Then I plugged the jump drive into the Asus and installed Motorola phone tools. I can now use my Motorola Alltel phone as a modem.
The WI-Fi is so sensitive, that it sometimes detects a dozen networks while I am stopped at a traffic light.
I picked up a Toshiba SDHC 4Gb card at Sam's Club, and plugged it into the accessory SD slot. Works just fine.
I am very pleased with this unit. It is small, lightweight, highly portable, and does almost everything I could expect in a laptop.
|
|
|
