Netbook Asus Eee PC 900: specifications, reviews

Asus company is always in the trend in the market of digital and mobile equipment, so many people are already accustomed to announcements of new and very interesting products from a wonderful Taiwanese manufacturer. Asus Eee PC 900 was no exception, because to its output the netbook market was already crowded, and the potential buyer, in fact, nothing to surprise. But the mobile device in a very short space became the leader of sales.

Market positioning

Notebook Asus Eee PC 900 is aimed at people who value convenience and comfort, preferring to have always at hand the Internet. The manufacturer considered that this model will have to taste to the female sex, students and people who prefer active recreation. Today in the market this small and very nice device is available in all possible color colors.

Dimensions (225h170h35 mm) allow you to place the laptop even in a small women's bag, not to mention the portfolio, folder or backpack of urban type. Each step of the manufacturer in promoting the mobile device constantly emphasizes its compactness and user-friendliness. This is expressed in public advertising on television, commercials on the official website and on promotional brochures that are distributed to women's boutiques and supermarkets.

About device performance

Even a person unfamiliar with computer components will note that the Asus Eee PC 900 netbook has a very weak one. The problem lies in the processor - Intel Celeron 900 MHz pulls down the entire performance of the mobile computer. The situation can not save either the solid-state drive, or the amount of RAM in the device (1 GB). Integrated graphics adapter GMA 900 based on the mobile 910 GML Express chipset makes it possible to launch simple games. However, this is more than enough for full-time work and Internet entertainment.

There are no problems with the interfaces and connectors in the Asus Eee PC 900. Technical specifications here at altitude: the ability to connect to a local network (RJ-45), Wi-Fi, a card reader, VGA and 3 USB 2.0 slots. It should be noted that the device has a built-in camera with a resolution of 1.3 megapixels, which allows you to transfer high-definition video in real time.

Package Contents

Asus always pays attention to the packaging of its products. The manufacturer tries to convey to the buyer all the possibilities of its electronics literally at the first acquaintance. Even the packaging of the device is a real promotional booklet. The box is painted in all its glory netbook Asus Eee PC 900. Specifications, including the serial number and information about the manufacturer, can be found at the end of the box.

The buyer will also be pleased with the bundle: the netbook itself, the power supply unit, several disks with software, complete instructions and a cover. It should be noted that the case for transporting the laptop not only looks attractive, but also is made of a pleasant to the touch fabric, which is able to protect the device from falling. Many netbooks in a more expensive lineup are equipped with "mouse" manipulators, and some users are unhappy that such a remarkable mobile device has not been awarded even the most inexpensive input device.

Appearance and build quality

There are no complaints about the factory assembly. The user will not find any squeaks or other extraneous sounds in the process of work. The cover of the device opens tight, but, on the other hand, this is a plus, because for many mobile devices the problem with fixing the screen in the right position is actual.

Pleasure owner Asus Eee PC 900 characteristics of the plastic. Suppose it does not have a matte coating and is able to collect fingerprints, but its high strength will not allow the laptop to crash when accidentally dropped. Thus, the manufacturer once again emphasizes that the device is made for active people. In the media there are also negative reviews about the characteristics of plastic. Strength is achieved due to thickening, which led to a heavier netbook cover, which in the process of trying to fill the device on its back.

The main feature in any netbook

Comfort in working with a mobile device starts with a quality screen that not only must transmit natural colors, but also have a decent resolution. Matrix TN with a resolution of 1024x600 dots per inch is difficult to call high-quality, but do not forget that the screen is 9-inch. To communicate on the Internet and work with basic applications, this is quite enough. But for viewing video in the family circle on the screen Asus Eee PC 900 device is not exactly designed, because the viewing angles leave much to be desired.

Judging by the reviews, a rather strange decision was made by the manufacturer, providing a netbook with a screen with a 16: 9 aspect ratio. After all, this size is designed for games and multimedia. In working with office applications, it would be nicer to see a 4: 3 screen in front of you.

Ease of use

If the buyer needs a small typewriter, then it is necessary to carefully study the netbook Asus Eee PC 900. The characteristics of the keyboard in it are very different from the international standards of similar devices. It's all about the placement of buttons. At first glance, the manufacturer has clearly forgotten to add half of the basic buttons, however, after understanding it in detail, the user will find that they are all available, only have a chaotic location and are activated using the functional mode.

But the touchpad is perfect. They are very convenient to use, because its dimensions allow you to move the cursor around the screen in one touch. Yes, and alternative buttons that mimic the click of a mouse, are pressed easily, without much effort. Efficiency adds a characteristic click, which notifies the user about the action performed.

Mobility indicator

Many manufacturers are beginning to forget about the purpose of netbooks in the market of digital devices. In pursuit of high performance and low weight, an important parameter is lost - the autonomy of the device. For Asus Eee PC 900 mobility characteristics come first, because the manufacturer has installed a four-section battery with a capacity of 4400 mAh.

Asus says about three hours of uninterrupted work of the netbook on one charge. The operating time can be extended by one hour by disabling the wireless Wi-Fi interface. It becomes clear what motivated the manufacturer, supplying the device with a weak processor, because it is due to its low power consumption that the netbook can work for a long time in an offline mode.

Cunning manufacturer

You can purchase the device in the store only with the Linux operating system installed . Naturally, this step of the manufacturer affected the low price. However, not every user will like working in an unfamiliar environment, so the Taiwanese giant provided the bundle with a repair disk with Windows XP for the Asus Eee PC 900. The operating system is, of course, a trial, and requires the owner to purchase a license, but it does not prevent it from using for free, because Work behind the netbook is not blocked.

It is worth noting that the difference in performance of a netbook with the installed Linux and Windows system still exists. In the latter version, the netbook Asus Eee PC 900 does a poor job with several resource-intensive applications.

Laptop maintenance and technical support

The company Asus, although it is the market leader, but with support, or rather, with the latest updates on the official site, it has constant problems. Therefore, when buying a mobile device, IT professionals advise you to safely store the supplied disks with all necessary software, otherwise, in case of force majeure, it is very difficult to restore the system's performance.

Many owners are interested in installing the Asus Eee PC 900 Windows 7. Why not? The operating system will easily find all the necessary drivers on the Internet and allow you to work with the updated shell. But before installing Windows 7, the owner should be aware that the performance of the system will change for the worse: applications will open with a delay, there will be a long switch between windows, braking of video when viewing in HD quality.

Repair and cleaning of dust

Studying by Asus Eee PC 900 reviews, you can find that the netbook is considered one of the few devices that have a complex sequence of disassembly and assembly. To perform global cleaning, you need to completely disassemble the device: remove the keyboard, disconnect all modules, disconnect the display connectors and pull out the motherboard. Not to mention the assembly, which is not only done in the reverse order, but also requires additional skill with the connection of loops to the display and the connection of power cables.

Unambiguously - to a simple user all these actions will bring a lot of trouble. Without a service center, you can not do this, because a strange cooling system can quickly clog, especially among those owners who are used to taking a mobile device with them to bed. And if the buyer thinks that the netbook Asus Eee PC 900 can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner, going through the air intake slots, then he is very mistaken. In addition to cleaning the fan blades from dust, it will not be able to reach any components.

Modernization of the system for yourself

But with an upgrade the manufacturer pleased customers. The basic improvement is for the Asus Eee PC 900 XP installation. It is more intended for convenience of work, rather than an indicator of productivity, but still it is a step in the right direction. After all, if you recall, the laptop comes without an operating system. Accordingly, the buyer simply receives a gift Windows XP.

The second upgrade requires the owner of a small investment. In the Asus Eee PC 900, the memory has a capacity of 1 GB, but its capacity can be doubled by installing the appropriate module. The performance of the system will be noticeable with the naked eye when working with resource-intensive applications. And if you replace the standard PCI Express Mini SSD-disk with a faster and more large volume, then the user will have a fairly fast netbook.

Finally

As you can see from the review, Asus Eee PC 900 is quite consistent with the niche declared by the manufacturer and, judging by the price, can even compete with the budget segment. However, its functionality due to low performance may not be enough for users who are looking for a mobile device for entertainment. But if we are talking about a device for work and leisure outside the home, then it is better not to find this netbook on the market. In any case, the user will have to decide what device is necessary for him and for what purposes.