Acer Aspire One 8.9-inch Netbook (1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, XP Home, 6 Cell Battery) White  | 
 enlarge | Brand: Acer
Category: Personal Computer
List Price: $429.95
Buy New: $359.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  333 reviews
Sales Rank: 2
Color: White
Media: Personal Computers
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 1.6
CPU Type: Intel Core Solo
Processors: 1
System Bus Speed: 533
System Memory: 1000
Memory Type: DDR2 SDRAM
Hard Drive Size: 160
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Modem: None
Display Size: 8.9
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 9.8 x 1.1
nv:Condition: New
Lifestyle: Internet & Email
Operating Systems: Windows® XP Home
Startup Operating System: Windows XP Home
Platform: Netbook
Expansion Ports: 1 - SD Card Slot
Display Type: WSVGA with CrystalBrite Technology
Viewable Screen Size: 8.9"
Maximum Resolution: 1024 x 600
Processor Brand: Intel
Processor Type: Single-Core
Processor Class: Intel Atom
Processor Speed: 1.60GHz
Processor Number: N270
Processor FSB: 533MHz
Processor Cache: 512KB
Memory Type: DDR2
Memory Size: 1GB
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: LU.S040B.162
Model: LU.S040B.162
UPC: 884483248629
EAN: 0884483248629
ASIN: B001EYVBE0
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 1.6GHz Atom N270 | | • | 1GB DDR2 SDRAM | | • | 1.3 Megapixel camera, SDHC and multi-format media readers | | • | 802.11b/g, Ethernet, three USB 2.0, VGA, and 3.5mm audio out | | • | One free mini PCI slot for WWAN, 160GB hard drive (2.2 pounds) |
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Product Description
Acer redefines mobile connectivity with the Aspire one, a netbook (or mini-notebook) packed with fun and powerful computing features in a diminutive 8.9" form factor weighing as little as 2.2 lb. Aimed at business professionals, students and world travelers, it offers a choice of operating systems, wireless connectivity and Internet access. It's time to simplify your life with the Aspire one.
Amazon.com Product Description
A great choice for business travelers who like to travel light as well as those who need extra-long battery life, this affordable ultra-lightweight Acer Aspire One (LU.S040B.162) weighs just over 2 pounds and is packed with a 160 GB hard drive and Windows XP operating system. It has a vibrant 8.9-inch CrystalBrite WSVGA LED backlit display, integrated webcam for easy video chatting, and Intel's latest mobile processor--the Atom. Offering a cool deep blue hue, the netbook's smooth surface is comfortable to touch, and it's accented with distinctive details, such as the attractive orange hinge ring. 
A great choice for light-packing business travlers, it comes with Windows XP Home, a 160 GB hard drive, and a 6-cell batter for up to 5.5 hours of battery life. | 
The integrated webcam at the top of the screen's bezel provides easy access to video chatting. | 
Weighing just 2.17 pounds, the stylish Acer Aspire One goes anywhere with you. | Designed especially 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--up to 5.5 hours with the included 6-cell battery. Other features include 1 GB of installed RAM (1.5 GB maximum), 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g), multi-format memory card reader, multiple USB ports, and built-in email, web browsing, and digital media applications. 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. 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 N270 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). Storage
This version of the Aspire One comes with a 160 GB hard disk drive (5400 RPM), which offers enough to room to hold a digital audio library of over 26,000 songs and still have room left over for movies, games, and a large collection of software. This Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to Firewire and USB 2.0. Memory
The 1 GB of installed RAM (512 MB onboard memory and one 512 MB DIMM, 533 MHz) can be expanded to a maximum of 1.5 GB of RAM, DVD/CD Drive
Because of its size, the Aspire One does not come with an integrated optical drive, but optional CD/DVD read/write drives can be connected to the laptop via one of the three USB ports, enabling you to create your music mixes, burn movies to DVD, and more. Connectivity
This Acer Aspire One notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN (Acer InviLink) that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks and offers Acer's SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency. This notbook provides the following connections: - 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
- Secure Digital (SD) card reader, also compatible with MultiMedia cards (MMCs)
- Multi-in-one card reader supports SD, MMC, Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO, and XD Picture Cards
- 1 VGA monitor port
- 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
- RJ-45 port for 10/100 Fast Ethernet connection
- 56K modem port (V.90)
Screen, Video and Audio
The 8.9-inch screen has a WSVGA resolution (1024 x 600) and support for up a 262K color depth. Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, which uses shared video memory with the main memory. Acer's CrystalBrite display technology guarantees the best possible visual experience by preventing the diffusion of surrounding light and internal ray. Compared to normal TFT LCDs, Acer CrystalBrite technology is able to read color coordinates more accurately, thus minimizing distortion and creating high-fidelity colors in all environments. This notebook includes an integrated audio card with Microsoft DirectSound compatibility, and it includes two stereo speakers. What's in the Box
This package contains the Acer Aspire One notebook PC (AOA150-1126; LU.S040B.162), rechargeable 6-cell lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase.
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 battery clip remover January 6, 2009
i was very amazed with what the netbook can do. however, when i was taking out the battery, the sliding clip snapped and was removed. i was able to put it back, but i am afraid that any time from now, it would snap out again.
 Great addition to a network... January 6, 2009
The Acer Netbook has been a great addition to our network at home. It provides a great terminal to surf the web and check email. I haven't tried much more than that - but it serves the reason for purchased perfectly. Not having a CD/DVD drive is not an issue since you can copy items onto a Flash Drive and install easily. Have had not issues with any programs to include MS Office 2007 Pro. Definitely Recommend.
Love it! January 6, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Though it wasn't perfect out of the box, I do love my Acer Aspire One. It works well enough as configured, but for power use it does require a RAM and WiFi card upgrade. System RAM was half-used with no programs running, and performance was just okay. Adding 1GB of RAM made the Aspire One blaze along. But the process is not for the amateur, nor the faint of heart. You have to take the computer apart completely and remove the motherboard. Acer placed the memory as deep as they could, unfortunately. It's easy, but you just have to be mindful of which screws go where. There are a few videos on YouTube that show the process.
And while you have the computer apart, you should upgrade the WiFi card. The one that shipped with my Aspire One was unreliable and would just stop receiving from time to time. Replacing it with the Intel 4965AGN card produced amazing results. Even with my 802.11b router, the connection feels more like a wired connection, at least 5x faster than the Atheros card that ships with the computer. And with a wireless G connection, it's ridiculously fast.
Total cost to upgrade the unit was $50: $12.99 for the RAM and $34 for the WiFi card. Upgrade time was about an hour. It took me a little longer because I forgot to uninstall the Atheros software, which required that I reinstall the card to uninstall the SW.
The only other problem with the Aspire One is that it occasionally doesn't go into standby mode. This usually happens after I or some application installs something. I have to hard reboot, fully boot the computer, then fully shut it down and restart again for Standby to start working properly again.
Other than that, it's a sweet little computer. Though I have medium-sized hands, the keyboard works fine for me -- and I'm pretty picky about keyboards. The screen is small, but I like that. My daughter doesn't like that the screen is too short vertically to play Webkins, so if you use programs like this, you might need to consider a larger computer, but for basic stuff, including running most Windows XP programs written over the last eight years, the Aspire One is a great choice. I'm mostly a Mac user, but do need a PC now and then, and the Aspire One is perfect. I can hook it up to a monitor and keyboard for "bigger" work, and it will sync to many different screen sizes.
It's also a great tool for photographers. I use it on location to download and view my images when I don't want to bring the big PowerBook along. Its 6-hour battery life makes it perfect for such work.
Just an amazing device, I couldn't be more pleased.
Great addition to our computers January 6, 2009
This small computer, which at this point is a bit bigger than our oldest home computer, works great. We use it for travel and accessing stuff of all kinds at different locations. I do not do much keyboard work on the machine because the keys are small and close together but the mouse works well for a pad if a bit sensitive. You have to have a light touch. I bought the gig of RAM so it loads quickly and processes stuff rapidly. We are taking it with us to India to backup our pictures, and videos and to communicate with our families. We have Skype loaded and have a skype name for it. We use it daily somewhere in the house by accessing our wi-fi. I found free wi-fi almost everywhere I traveled so getting on the internet is no problem. If you travel a lot or are going places with no computer, like Grandpa's house, this is the solution. It is light, works like a big dog, and fast. I have not loaded the MSOffice stuff but downloaded OpenOffice which works fine for what we need. The instructions to get going are a little sketchy so if you have not used a computer before you may want someone to work with you on start up and set up. The documentation is a .PDF file which irritates some people but the operational details are there if you want them. Overall, this is for communications. If you want to use it for serious computer work, buy a portable keyboard and mouse. There are plenty of ports, card readers etc. But for emails, and communications away from home base this is great.
Great little big thing January 6, 2009
I looked around before getting a netbook. I basically needed a computer to check my e-mail at home, youtube around, blog, keep my music, my pictures, personal files, I wanted a computer with long battery life, portable, maybe make some funky loops and grooves, bought the Acer Aspire One, 6 -cell, 160GB.... got it all, and a bit more.
It's a nice little machine, boots up pretty quick, shuts down fast also, I would recommend not installing heavy ram consuming apps. It does have a kindy noisy fan as other reviews will tell you but it doesn't get in your way, If you don't mind a little fan noise you'll be pretty satisfied with this product.
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