ASUS Eee PC 4G (7-Inch Display, Intel Mobile Processor, 512 MB RAM, 4 GB Hard Drive, Linux Preloaded) Pearl White

By Asus on August 23rd, 2009

ASUS Eee PC 4G (7-Inch Display, Intel Mobile Processor, 512 MB RAM, 4 GB Hard Drive, Linux Preloaded) Pearl White

Customer Rating: Rating 4.5 out of 5

(157 Reviews)

List Price: ~~$399.99~~
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Product information Brand: Asus
Publisher: Asus
Category: Personal Computer
Warranty: 2 Years Warranty
Display size: 7
Model: EEEPC4G-W011

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Features

Comes installed with Linux operating system. Windows needs to be purchased separately to be used.
Intel Mobile CPU
7 LCD Display
One-click intuitive interface
WiFi 802.11b/g - You're always connected with built-in WiFi 802.11 b/g that automatically detects and connects to the Internet at any hotspot

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Product Description: 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.Primary InformationProcessor Manufacturer : Intel Color : Pearl White Features : Hi-Definition Audio CODEC Integrated Camera; Flash Storage: 4GB LaptopSystem Type : Notebook DisplayDisplay Diagonal Size : 7 Inch Display Technology : TFT active matrix Max Resolution : 800 x 480 MemoryRAM Installed Size : 512 MB RAM Technology : DDR2 SDRAM Dimensions&MiscellaneousWidth : 8.86 Inch Depth : 6.30 Inch Height : 0.79 -1.26 Inch Weight : 1.96 lbs. Header / Model : Eee PC 4G AudioAudio Input Type : Microphone NetworkingData Link Protocol : Ethernet; IEEE 802.11b; IEEE 802.11g; Fast Ethernet Power/BatteryBattery Technology : Lithium ion Battery Capacity : 5200 mAh Battery / Run Time : 3.5 hours Power Device Type : AC Adapters Voltage Required : AC 100-240 V Power Provided : 22 Watt SoftwareOperating System : Linux (Preloaded); Windows XP Compatible Drivers included Service&SupportService & Support Type : 2-Year Warranty UNSPSC CodeUNSPSC Code : 43211503

Amazon.com Product Description: Get the power of a full-sized laptop in the ultra-compact ASUS Eee PC 4G Surf, 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 e-mail and the Internet easily thanks to the Wi-Fi LAN (802.11b/g), and communicate via video chat and VoIP with the Webcam integrated into the display's bezel. 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 students and professionals, 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 an 800 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 and a 56K modem. The Eee PC includes software for Web browsing (Firefox), e-mail, 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.

Specifications

Internal memory: 4 GB solid state disk
Memory expansion: slot for MMC/SD(SDHC) cards
RAM: 512 MB DDR2
Processor: 800 MHz Intel Mobile CPU
Operating system: Linux (supports Windows XP)
LCD: 7 inches, 800 x 480 pixels
Networking: 54g Wi-Fi (802.11b/g), 10/100 Fast Ethernet
Peripheral connectivity: three USB 2.0
External video: one VGA
External audio: one headphone and one microphone port
Webcamera: yes
Battery: 5200 mAh
Battery life: up to 3.5 hours
Weight: 2 pounds (32 ounces)
Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.5 x 1.4 inches

Customer Reviews

A great little Windows computer!!!

by d-18v 2007-12-06, 315 people found this review helpful

Yes, the eeepc comes shipped with Linux, but also with some very simple instructions for replacing Linux with Windows/XP if you have a licensed copy Windows available to install, which I did.

I thought I might end up with a conversation piece. I started off simply. by installing Windows XP/Pro as per Asus's instructions. Then, I installed Firefox, then Thunderbird. Oh, what the heck...I installed Office 2003, Cool Edit 2000, and kept on going Everything works like a charm! The eeepc is light and easy to transport. It's got built-in WiFi and can do anything any other laptop can do. It has a built-in SD card reader than appears as a disk drive. This allows you to install an SD card to be used as additional disk storage. I put a 4GB card in mine and installed many of my programs there. I am now starting to think of this as my new full fledged laptop.

The eeepc does not come with a DVD/RW, internal or external, but any external USB unit can be used, which is how I installed XP. Many installation CDs can be copied to a 1GB USB drive (flash drive/thumb drive) by using another computer and the USB drive used to install the programs on the eeepc. I've done that, too!

There is some debate about whether XP/Home is compatible with the eeepc. Consensus seems to be that the critical factor is Service Pack 2 rather than the type of XP. I have no first hand knowledge of XP/Home, since I installed XP/Pro with SP2.

There are some small disadvantages to the eeepc. Keeping in mind that my overall rating is 5 stars, here they are:

(1) The screen is 800x480, an odd size. It can be set to 800x600, but that requires some auto-scrolling to get to the top and bottom of the screen. All in all the 800x480 isn't bad, though.

(2) 4GB isn't a lot of space for a primary partition. A typical XP/Pro installation will run about 2+GB. Some users have reported installing XP in less than 1GB, although it's not entirely clear which pieces they've left out. By the time you add the programs that don't run well from a secondary drive, there's a good chance that, even if the drive is not full, there won't be enough space to allow the computer to hibernate, which requires as much disk storage as the computer has memory. An 8GB version is reported to be available early next year, which will alleviate the problem for many.

(3) There are no Caps Lock, Num Lock, or Scroll Lock indicators. However there is an excellent freeware utility available on the Web that places indicator lights in the system tray.

Excellent Product

by A. Godfrey 2007-12-10, 24 people found this review helpful

This was my first laptop and I couldn't be happier. I didn't need some expensive bulky machine, because if I needed to do some sort of critical, powerful task I would use a desktop. The eeepc meets and exceeds my needs. It comes installed with an impressive amount of software. There is something for everyone, whether it be a media/music player, office software, games, or a web related program. There are also many applications installed that do not show up under any of the tabs but can be accessed by typing there names in a terminal(ctrl + alt + t).

It is incredibly light-weight, and looks very nice. It has a very nice build, and is durable. I wouldn't say that it looks cheaply built at all, which considering the low price is quite the achievement. Also, you can look at 100's of pictures, but without using it hands on you can not picture how small this laptop is. It has a full keyboard, which takes a little time to get used to. The most annoying key is the right shift key. It is one over to the right of where it normally is, so you will constantly find yourself hitting the up arrow key.

Considering the amount of software included and the small form factor, this laptop is a steal for this price. There is no "bloat-ware" installed, and everything is fully functional, no office 30 day trials, etc.

The default operating system is a customized Xandros distribution. It's debian based and is very easy to use. I am a linux user, however, the way the OS is set up anyone can use this machine, regardless of whether you are a windows user or not. Everything is simply categorized under different tabs and doesn't take long to get used to. For the linux users, you can still do all the fun things in the terminal, and activate advanced mode, which is basically a KDE desktop. Or you can install other flavors of linux on the machine(this I haven't attempted, but many others have successfully done).

Also as a side note, many people had been complaining about the yellow sticker on the bottom of the machine stating that if it was removed it would void the warranty. Unfortunately it covered where the ram goes, so you couldn't upgrade w/o voiding your limited warranty. However, this has been resolved and Asus's official stance, is that this will no longer void your warranty(http://usa.asus.com/news_show.aspx?id=9223).

I can not give anything but praise for this machine, and would highly recommend it to others looking for an affordable, portable laptop.

Nifty, But Limited

by Monty Manley 2007-12-30, 481 people found this review helpful

The three-star review shouldn't detract from this unit's appeal -- it's a well-made and reasonably-priced unit and does exactly what the vendor claims it will do. This is a rare enough thing these days. But potential buyers need to be aware of the limitations as well of the benefits of this device in order to make a good buying decision.

1. Keyboard. The keyboard is tiny and probably impossible for adults with normal-sized hands to touch-type on. This means that the eeePC is impractical as a portable writing machine. You can use it to jot down notes and such, but you'll be driven bonkers in fairly short order by the cramped layout and small keys. (I hasten to add that Asus was constrained by the size of the device, and did as good a job as could be expected given the form factor).

2. Screen. The screen is small (7 inches) but crisp and very legible. The 800x480 display is good enough for media (this unit makes a great PMP), but less good for writing or taking notes. The LED backlighting is sufficient for all but bright sunlight, and easier on the battery. Asus chose to place the unit's speakers on either side of the screen; I think they would have been better-advised to implement a larger screen instead.

3. Touchpad. The touchpad is small, but works well. But like the keyboard, you'll find it a trial if you have big hands. I recommend carrying an external USB mouse if you plan to do a lot of interacting with the device.

4. Connectivity. The eeePC has a splendid array of connection options: a 10/100 ethernet port, 3 USB2 ports, an SD card slot, and jacks for headphones and a microphone. The WiFi link worked just fine with my WPA-encrypted access point (WEP also works).

5. Software. Asus did a great job in making a very friendly and simple front-end to the default Xandros Linux installation. I'm a long-time Linux user and had anticipated putting my own Linux distribution on the machine, but in the end I found myself liking the Asus install so much that I stuck with it. Asus did a good job in streamlining the interface to work well on the smaller screen. The video player worked for nearly everything I threw at it except for H264-encoded videos (although you can implement this capability with a little tinkering); WMV (non-DRM'd), XviD, Divx, MPG, they all played fine. The audio player is likewise very nice -- it plays MP3, Ogg, FLAC, and un-DRM'd AAC files just fine.

6. Battery. The battery is pretty good for a device of this size; I was able to get a bit over three hours on a full charge, even with fairly heavy use of the video player.

This device only gets three stars instead of four because of the smallish screen and cramped keyboard, but Asus has done a commendable job given the limitations imposed by the small size. And given the capabilities of the device, the price is excellent. If you're comfortable with technology and are willing to spend a bit of time learning to use Linux, you'll probably enjoy this device very much.

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