Description:
This configuration of the ASUSTek Asus Eee PC 900 is a 2.2-pound, ultra compact notebook computer.
Compared to other ultra light notebooks on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $560.
Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.
Pros:
None noted, given available product data.
Cons:
The ASUSTek Asus Eee PC 900 comes with basic word processing software – if you often create complex documents you will likely need to upgrade to a full-fledged
office suite
.
Suitability:
A ultra compact notebook, suited for traveling light.
If you have a
wireless network
at home, wirelessly browse the Internet from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled notebook.
Value:
Given its very inexpensive price, this notebook has great features for the money.
Generally, while it won't impress at LAN-parties, this item may be just the ticket for a buyer on a tight budget.
Suggestions:
(1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a
wireless access point
for your home, so that you can browse the Web more conveniently from any room.
(2) For help in deciding if this is the right computer for you, see CNET's
buying guide for notebooks
.
Manufacturer:
ASUSTek Computer Inc.
Part number: 90OA09BA1312131U305Q
General
Built-in Devices
Stereo speakers
Width
8.9 in
Depth
6.7 in
Height
1.3 in
Weight
2.2 lbs
Color
Pearl white
Notebook type
Netbook,
Budget
Screen type
Wide-screen
Wireless capabilities
802.11b,
802.11g
Processor
Processor
Intel Celeron M 353 / 900 MHz
Core voltage technology
Ultra Low Voltage (ULV)
Data bus speed
400 MHz
Chipset type
Intel 910GML Express
Cache Memory
Type
L2 cache
Cache size
512 KB
RAM
Installed Size
1 GB
Technology
DDR2 SDRAM
Storage
Floppy Drive
None
Hard Drive
12 GB Solid State Drive
Storage Removable
None
Hard drive type
Portable
Optical Storage
Type
None
Card Reader
Card reader type
Card reader
Supported flash memory cards
MultiMediaCard,
SD Memory Card,
SDHC Memory Card
Display
Display Type
8.9 in TFT active matrix
Max Resolution
1024 x 600 ( WSVGA )
Widescreen Display
Yes
Audio
Audio output type
Sound card
Audio output compliant standards
High Definition Audio
Notebook Camera
Camera Type
Integrated
Notebook Camera / Sensor Resolution
1.3 Megapixel
Multimedia Functionality
TV Tuner Type
None
Input Device(s)
Input device type
Keyboard,
FingerGlide
Telecom
Modem
None
Networking
Networking
Network adapter
Networking / Wireless LAN Supported
Yes
Data link protocol
Ethernet,
IEEE 802.11b,
IEEE 802.11g,
Fast Ethernet
Networking standards
IEEE 802.11b,
IEEE 802.11g
Expansion / Connectivity
Interfaces
3 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A,
1 x Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15),
1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm,
1 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm,
1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45