Price : $483.95
Features
- Easy to learn, work and play
- Excellent mobile Internet device
- Exciting multimedia enjoyment
- shock proof
- Excellent on the go
Amazon.com Product Description
The Asus Eee PC 901 provides the power of a full-sized laptop in a compact body with a larger 8.9-inch screen, and is now powered by the latest Intel mobile processor. Designed specifically for mobile devices, the 1.6 GHz Intel Atom processor uses a brand new design structure new hafnium-infused circuitry–which reduces electrical current leakage in transistors–to conserve energy, giving you more time away from the wall outlet. Coupled with the ASUS exclusive Super Hybrid Engine, you’ll also enjoy up to 8 hours of battery life with this Windows-powered laptop.
The Asus Eee PC 901’s 8.9-inch screen is easier on the eyes. At half the size of regular notebook and weighing less than 2.5 pounds, the Eee PC 901 is perfect for students toting to school or road warriors packing away to Wi-Fi hotspots. And because it uses flash memory instead of a hard drive (with 12 GB of storage), the Eee PC 901 consumes less power, allows the device to boot quickly, produces less heat, and is less susceptible to shock damage. The Eee PC 901 also features 1 GB of RAM, 1.3-megapixel webcam integrated into the bezel above the LCD, tri-mode Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n), integrated Bluetooth connectivity, Secure Digital memory card slot, multiple USB ports, a VGA output for connecting to a monitor.
The integrated webcam makes video chats a snap, and the keyboard is 95 percent the size of standard notebooks for easy typing. It comes preinstalled with the Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system, which offers more experienced users an enhanced and innovative experience that incorporates Windows Live features like Windows Live Messenger for instant messaging and Windows Live Mail for consolidated email accounts on your desktop. Complementing this is Microsoft Works, which equips the user with numerous office applications to work efficiently.
The new Eee PC 901 has a customized, cutting-edge Infusion casing technology in Fine Ebony. Inlaid within the chassis itself, the motifs are an integral part of the entire cover and will not fade with time. The Infusion surface also provides a new level of resilience, providing scratch resistance and a beautiful style while out and about.
It’s also equipped with the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine for automatic detection and adjustments of CPU frequency, voltage, and LCD brightness to minimize system noise and power consumption to save up to 15 percent power consumption, or to maximize system performance according to individual needs.
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. The keyboard is 95 percent the size of standard notebooks, making it more comfortable to type for larger hands.
The Eee PC with Windows Home XP operating system provides a familiar interface. 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.
Be ready for the next platform in wireless connectivity with the integrated Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965 AGN LAN chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It’s also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and Wi-Fi hotspots). With the Bluetooth connectivity, you can communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones
Nicely light at just 38 ounces, the Eee PC 901 has an 8.9-inch wide TFT LCD with a 1024 x 600-pixel resolution (WXGA)–making it more comfortable on eyes than its predecessor. In addition to its wireless LAN, it also offers wired Fast Ethernet connectivity and a 56K modem. 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 (compatible with MMC memory cards). It’s equipped with a 1.3-megapixel webcam (placed in the bezel above the LCD) and integrated microphone, allowing you to snap still photos of yourself while on the go for sending via email or join video chats with friends and family.
Battery-Sipping Processor
The Intel Atom processor uses a brand new design structure that packs in 47 million transistors into a single chip sized at just 22mm (0.87 inches), and it uses just 2.5 watts of power–less than 1/10 of the 35 watts used by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor–for excellent battery management. This 1.6 GHz Atom processor also includes a power-optimized front side bus of 533 MHz for faster data transfer on demanding mobile applications and a 512 KB L2 cache (which temporarily stores data).
Together with the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, you’ll enjoy a longer battery lifespan of up to 6 hours, allowing you to stay in touch and be connected for a longer period of time while on-the-go. It offers a choice of performance and power consumption modes for easy adjustments according to your computing needs.
Online Storage from ASUS
With this Eee PC, ASUS also provides 20 GB of online storage (easily accessible via a desktop icon), which enables you to download up to 5 GB of data per day. It also provides secure file encryption and accessibility from both Windows and Linux platforms. Whether you want to share images with friends and family or store big business presentations, you can now access your data with ease and not worry about space constraints.
Specifications
- Internal memory: 12 GB solid state disk
- RAM: 1 GB DDR2
- Processor: 1.6 GHz Intel Atom
- Memory expansion: Slot for MMC/SD(SDHC) cards
- Operating system: Windows XP Home
- LCD: 8.9 inches, 1024 x 600 pixels
- Networking: Tri-mode Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), 10/100 Fast Ethernet
- Peripheral connectivity: Three USB 2.0
- External video: One VGA
- External audio: One headphone and one microphone port
- Webcamera: Yes, 1.3 megapixels
- Battery: 6 cells, up to 6 hours
- Weight: 2.42 pounds (38 ounces)
- Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.9 x 1.5 inches
What’s in the Box
ASUS Eee PC 901, AC adapter, printed operating instructions. It’s backed by a 1-year warranty on parts and labor.
Customer Reviews
Review date : 2008-09-19 
This device is so small and light, and easy to use. Great for travel, no docking station or plug in peripherals to weight you down. I can literally slip this into my purse and go.
Review date : 2008-09-18
We just got our ASUS 901 XP. I won’t repeat much of what everybody else has said. It’s a small PC that’s slow and cute and well-built. If that’s what you want, then it’s perfect!
Two things to note. You *will* have to deal with the small C-drive. Minimally this means:
– Change the TMP and TEMP environment variables to point to a directory on the D-drive
– Change Internet Explorer to use the D-drive for its temporary files.
– Change your email program to store email on the D-drive (unless you just use webmail).
– Download any tool that lets you analyze disk space on a drive and shows you where it’s used up. One easy free one is Treesize Free at […. You *will* need this.
Second, there’s been some confusion about what resolution is supported by the external VGA port. We have a Dell 24" monitor. I plugged it in, and the ASUS EEE 901 immediately, automatically started running it at 1920×1200. And it looks beautiful. So, external resolution is not a problem.
Review date : 2008-09-16
This little computer is perfect for someone on the go. All the features worked great right out of the box. The keyboard IS small, but not unpleasantly so. The touch screen is annoyingly sensitive, but this is easily remedied by downloading a new driver from Elantech, and I also believe it’s on the CD that comes with the machine.
I recently took it on a trip and streamed movies from Netflix with no problem. The screen compares favorably in size to most portable DVD players and the sound quality is quite decent.
The battery life is a nice feature. My machine goes easily 6 hours on one charge, with wi-fi switched on. Turning off the camera and wi-fi will extend it even further.
I’d definitely buy one of these again!!
Review date : 2008-09-15
I’m not sure I can call this a "notebook" so my title says "Portable Computer" instead. I have built and configured computers & laptops/notebooks for many family members of the years as well as my own. I have quite a bit of experience and knowledge when it comes to parts:performance and price:value.
This computer is SMALL. So amazingly small that my mother in law (who I bought and configured it for) can EASILY slip it into her purse and take it with her anywhere she goes. She’s never without her laptop or internet now. This may sound a bit "addict-like" but it’s really not. You see she uses this computer now to make Skype video calls to her new grand daughter (our child) on a whims notice. It’s so cool when grandma video calls in and has a conversation/session with us while she’s out and about.
The performance of the computer is not that great once you start updating windows with all the crap & security patches they push. My recommendation is to get ONLY the security patches, skip the "malicious software removal tool" (because it really is worthless for what it does considering the performance hit you take having it installed), and DON’T get any non-priority updates (I think they call these "optional" updates). You won’t get ANY of these options if you don’t select the "CUSTOM" update. If you choose "EXPRESS" you will get EVERYTHING.
This computer has very limited C:\\ space when it arrives. The first thing I did was change the default installation directory to a new 16GB SD card I bought and put in the computer. You have to make this change in the registry but it’s rather easy to do. The reason you do this is because not ALL programs allow you to select the destination installation folder when you install them. Changing this in the registry defaults them to the installation place of your choice even if they don’t give you the option. Go here on how to do that: http://www.online-tech-tips.com/computer-tips/how-to-change-the-default-location-for-installing-applications-in-windows/
This will allow you to keep what little precious C:\\ space you have. Don’t even bother changing it to D:\\ though, as you’ll quickly out grow the 5GB that is left on that as well.
I’m a little annoyed by the "Auto-Performance Engine" that always self-selects what mode to run the processor in, but if this is how they’re achieving the incredible battery life I can live with it I guess - after all my mother in law is using the computer and has far more patience than I do since she doesn’t know any better. If my normal desktop performed like this I would literally smash it with a mallet and toss it out the window into our pool. It can be frustrating at times.
Overall I personally would own and use this computer. When I was configuring it for my mother in law I carried it with me for about 7 days and used it every where I went (I have the computer tethered to my bluetooth Sprint phone by Bluetooth so it can use my EVDO from my phone for the internet capability - it’s essentially using my phone as a modem). This works out great when I’m somewhere that doesn’t have WiFi - I even made a Skype video call over my cell phone with this computer and it was pretty darn impressive considering I didn’t think it would even work!
The computer is extremely portable and great for someone who needs access to web, email, Skype, office documents, etc. My mother in law also uses it to watch my Tivo I have here at my house via a Slingbox I have. I installed the Slingplayer application (it’s free) on the computer before I sent it to her. She loves this. TV anywhere she goes in case she needs some entertainment - but not just any TV - Tivo like she was here at my house watching & controlling it.
The computer is NOT good for someone who wants to do hardcore graphics gaming, video or audio editing, etc.
***UPDATE*** Price dropped from $574 to $483 and Amazon customer support gave me a $90 price adjustment!!!! (I just bought the computer a few days ago). I am so happy with them right now, I just purchased another $300 worth of merchandise I’ve been needing (well, sort of needing! :o) )
Review date : 2008-09-13
I’ve had the 901 EeePc (XP) for several days now and I am in love with it! It is so nice to have a full featured XP computer that fits right into my purse or briefcase. I tether it to my Sprint phone as modem enabled phone and get DSL internet speeds on the go. (It works with usb tether and bluetooth). I recommend visiting the EeeUser forums for info on how to maximize drive space by removing a lot of the software that comes installed on the Eee - http://forum.eeeuser.com.
I have small hands, so the keyboard is not a problem for me. I love the fast boot and shutdown speeds. The battery life is phenomenal! I’ve actually found that I’m not even booting up my 17" laptop in the mornings, I just carry the Eee around with me while I’m getting ready. I can stream TV video from my Slingbox or watch web TV while I am getting dressed and curling my hair!
How did I live without this little cutie? I used to have a Nokia n800 Internet Tablet and that was nice and portable, but this is so much easier to use and much more responsive. I’m glad that I decided to upgrade to the Asus.
The only slightly negative thing I can say about it so far is that the speakers aren’t very loud. I find that I have to use external speakers if I want to hear music or video from the Eee while I’m running the shower or bath.