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, Acer AS5250-BZ669 15.6-Inch Laptop ,Apple MacBook MC516LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop , ASUS A53U-EH22 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop ,ASUS A53SV-XE1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop - Black ,ASUS N53SV-EH72 15.6-Inch Full HD Dynamic Entertainment Laptop Color: Black Product Description Dual-Core Power; All Day Computing Powered by the new Intel® Atom™ N570 dual-core processor, Eee PC 1015PX-P is the latest addition to the Eee PC Seashell series to provide perfect combination of multi-tasking productivity, with a richer multimedia and Internet experience. Thanks to the ASUS-exclusive Super Hybrid Engine technology, you have the perfect travel companion that lasts up to an incredible 11 hours of unplugged freedom.1 The Eee PC 1015PX-P is also encased in a smooth matte-finished shell that captivates onlookers. Plus, it boasts outstanding comfort with a chiclet keyboard, multi-touch trackpad, and convenient hot keys – granting you quick access to Express Gate, the mini-operating system, and control of the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine that instantly optimizes system performance. Throw in a generous 250GB hard drive with unlimited ASUS WebStorage2 and you get the ability to store, share, and access your important data anytime, anywhere.
Key Features - Intel® Atom™ N570 dual-core processor that's specially designed for a netbook to deliver multi-tasking productivity, with a richer multimedia and Internet experience (Learn more)
- Up to 11 hours of battery life1 for all-day, unplugged freedom (Learn more)
- Matte finish cover for stylish and smudge-resistant protection
- ASUS Super Hybrid Engine boosts performance and saves battery life (Learn more)
- Chiclet keyboard and large, multi-touch trackpad for comfortable, intuitive navigation (Learn more)
- Hybrid Storage: 250GB hard drive and Unlimited ASUS WebStorage2 that easily backs up and shares your data anywhere you have Internet access (Learn more)
- Express Gate starts up in seconds for quick access to the Internet, music, games, and more
View larger With the latest Intel® Atom™ dual-core processor, the N570 provides the perfect combination of multi-tasking productivity, with a richer multimedia and Internet experience. The Eee PC 1015PX-P gets the job done, all day long with ASUS-exclusive Super Hybrid Engine technology that intelligently helps optimize the system, to give you max power when you need it, and max battery when you don't. With a battery that lasts up to 11 hours between recharges, 1 you have the perfect travel companion in the Eee PC 1015PX-P. Comfort On-the-Go 
View larger The Eee PC 1015PX-P has more surface area for a wider, more comfortable palm rest. The ergonomic chiclet keyboard is full-size, with concave keys that direct your finger to the center of the surface. Weighing only 2.76lbs (with battery), the thin and light Eee PC 1001PX-P is so compact that you can use it on a plane or any tight space with room to spare. With a 10.1" LED backlit screen (1024x600), the Eee PC 1015PX-P displays crisp and vivid graphics in a portable form factor. The multi-touch trackpad lets you easily zoom in and out to view photos or read documents simply by sliding two fingertips together or apart. Connectivity Included 
View larger Not only does the Eee PC 1001PX-P have a 250GB hard drive, it also comes with unlimited complementary ASUS WebStorage.2 ASUS WebStorage makes it easy for users to share media with friends and family via a simple drag and drop online interface so you can back up data and access it anywhere online. Connect, communicate, and explore online with features that transform your wireless world. The Eee PC 1015PX-P Seashell connects you to your wireless world faster. With up to 160 times faster transfer speeds3 compared to Bluetooth v2.1, the refined capabilities of Bluetooth v3.0 let you transfer data wirelessly to smart phones and other Bluetooth-enabled devices faster. High-speed wireless N connectivity is six times faster than 802.11b/g, for snappy Web surfing between your favorite sites and quicker video streaming. The integrated webcam and microphone lets you Skype face-to-face with friends, family, and colleagues in crisp, clear quality. Relax, ASUS Has You Covered Ranked as the #1 most reliable PC brand by 3 independent sources4, readers and editors alike choose ASUS as their trusted notebook and netbook. ASUS relentlessly strives to exceed expectations of quality to ensure you an unmatched peace of mind every time you start your PC. This notebook also comes with the industry's most comprehensive warranty. 1 Year ASUS Global Warranty4 Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing netbooks:
- 1 year global warranty
- 6 month battery warranty
- 24/7 tech support
- 1-way free standard shipping
- Eee PC 1015PX-P
- AC Adapter
- User Manual
- Warranty Information Card
- Operating System: Windows 7 Starter (32 bit)
- Display: 10.1-inch LED WXGA display (1024 x 600)
- Processor: Intel Atom N570 dual-core processor
- Graphics: Intel UMA
- WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz), Bluetooth v3.0
- LAN: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
- Memory: 1GB DDR3, 1 x SODIMM (expandable to 2GB)
- Storage: 250G 5400RPM hard drive
- Camera: 0.3 megapixel
- Speaker: 1 Built-in Stereo speaker
- Microphone: Digital Array Microphones
- Card Reader: 2-in-1 card reader; MMC/SD (SDHC)
- Input / Output:1 x Audio jack-out, 1 x Audio jack-in, 3 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 (D-sub 15 pin)
- Battery Pack: 56w/h, 6 cell high capacity
- Dimensions: 10.31 x 7.01 x 1.02 ~ 1.44 –inches
- Weight: 2.76 lbs (with 6 cell battery)
- Color: Black, Blue, Red & White
ASUS External DVD Writer (SDRW-08D2S-U) Add a stylish external DVD re/writer to your Eee PC. This ultra-slim, diamond-cut design external drive is easy to carry and does not require any external power sources. (Powers off the USB ports on your PC) 
ASUS Netbook Kit (for 10.1-inch netbooks) Kit includes one external optical disk drive, one Seashell optical mouse, and one 10-inch velvet soft sleeve for Eee PCs and other netbooks. It is the perfect accessory for your new 10.1-inch Eee PC. 
ASUS ML228H Widescreen LED Monitor Enjoy ASUS LED Backlight technology, the 21.5-inch ASUS ML228H full HD monitor has a modern ultra slim design with incredible energy efficiency. 
ASUS RT-N13U Wireless N Router (with USB) Upgrade your network to faster performance and broader range with this EZ to setup wireless N router. You can even share an all-in-one printer with the peers in your network. 
This review is from: ASUS Eee PC 1015PX-PU17-WT 10.1-Inch Netbook (White) (Personal Computers)
Purchased: July 2011
My expectations for a netbook were sufficiently low. I have been following the developments since MIT's Nicholas Negroponte first founded the One Laptop Per Child organization (OLPC), a few years ago. After donating a few netbooks through OLPC, I decided to get an adult netbook of my own.
I wanted something light weight with a good size keyboard and efficient power management that would allow me to securely track my finances during extended trips. I preferred a netbook with the LINUX operating system. My companion insisted the netbook should be able to stream Netflix videos and the Rhapsody music service. Netflix requires the Silverlight software which only runs on the Windows operating system. I was leaning toward ASUS hardware due to their reputation for high quality. After a reasonable search, I settled on this ASUS/Windows machine. The netbook has a role, but it is still not intended to replacement a full size laptop. I am amazed at how close it comes to replacing a laptop.
WHEN READING MY HIGHLY CRITICAL REVIEW, KEEP IN MIND, AFTER ALL THE SOFTWARE AND FIRMWARE UPDATES ARE IN PLACE YOU WILL BE REASONABLY PLEASED WITH THIS NETBOOK.
Enough of my gibberish, let us get on with the review.
I purchased the ASUS eee PC 1015-PX netbook, 2 GB of RAM, ASUS mouse, ASUS external DVD reader/writer, PC-to-TV video converter, and audio cables.
THE GOOD:
- The eee PC hardware: keyboard, screen, and basic build are excellent for a netbook.
- Windows 7 Starter Edition is more than competent operating system for a Netbook. Once everything is updated it is a smooth running system with the familiar look and feel of your desktop.
- Windows 7 Starter Edition can stream Netflix movies, Rhapsody music, Photo Shop pictures, and run most software in the Windows ecosystem. Videos and web content can be displayed from the netbook to a TV with a proper PC-to-TV converter.
- Windows 7 Starter Edition is not a streamline and low maintenance operating system, but it is a familiar interface with a plethora of software choices. It is more than adequate for most netbook uses.
THE BAD:
- Windows 7 Starter Edition is basically a crippled version of Windows 7. It does not support reading/writing DVD's. Normally, I would not have a problem with this, except ASUS failed to supply a copy of the Windows installation software on external media, because Windows 7 Starter Edition can not read DVD's. Putting the Windows recovery files on CD-Rom is unthinkable - it would take approximately 30 CD's to store the 17GB of files.
- Normally the major updates like Windows service packs are preinstalled on the PC's. The burden of installing the Windows 7 Service Pack#1 and prior updates is passed on to the customer. You will invest a lot of quality time getting Windows 7 up to date.
- The only audio speaker is of poor quality compared to the rest of the hardware. Why ASUS decided to install one cheap speaker on otherwise very nice hardware is beyond me. The audio is very nice when using external stereo spearkers. Yes, this is the newer model and it still only has one speaker. Beware, the one audio port serves as both an audio-out and an audio-in port. A software switch determines whether it is in input or output mode.
- The documentation attempts to cover several different netbook models on the same pages. It is frequently difficult to determine which model was being described. The user guide on the PC is slightly more informative than the paper booklet. ASUS online user forum is not helpful. Reading some of the responses to the customers pleas for help caused me to flinch. The forum moderators are very arrogant and belittled those lacking technical skills.
THE UGLY (It may get a little technical):
- There are no Windows 7 Starter Edition operating system DVD's included with this computer. If the recovery files on the hard drive are destroyed, you are out of luck. You must decide whether to purchase a +16GB thumb drive to backup the Starter Edition and recovery files or use that money to upgrade to the Home Edition and use your standard backup software - assuming you backup your current system. Keep in mind once the recovery software (ISO) is loaded on the thumb drive you can not use the self-booting drive to store any other files.
- The installed BIOS version 1101 is horrible and caused a number of issues. The netbook had problems recognizing my external ASUS CD/DVD reader with the installed BIOS. The BIOS exhibited irratic behavior when attempting to access the BIOS setup panel. Following the instructions in the manual, the included system software directs you to the ASUS BIOS repositories on the internet, but ASUS no longer updates the firmware on the sites. In fact, the firmware in the BIOS repositories is older than the installed BIOS. Eventually, I found the latest BIOS (version 1301) on the ASUS support site. Be careful, blotching a BIOS flash can leave you with a non-working computer. Save the current BIOS first, and then do not interrupt while the BIOS is being updated.
- The hard drive can not be replaced. There is no access panel for it. The case has to be completely disassembled voiding the warranty in the process.
You can only hope it never fails.
CONCLUSION:
The ASUS eee PC 1015-PX is a decent piece of hardware except for the speaker and touchpad button. It has excellent battery life. Once all the operating system and BIOS updates are in place it is an acceptable computer for travel. Getting this computer setup properly is no fun, but your reward is a well built and smooth running machine.
SUGGESTIONS:
- The latest BIOS and drivers are on the ASUS support site. I would go there first.
- Plan on spending a lot of quality time updating Windows 7. The Service Pack #1 update will not run automatically. You will have to start it manually.
- While upgrading the memory, I had a bit of a problem finding the cover screw for the memory compartment. It is covered by a plastic plug that is a perfect match to the case. It looks to be part of the case, but it is not. Just pry it off with a fine head screw driver. Search YouTube for a video "ASUS eee PC Memory Upgrade" for installation help. You are not authorized to perform any updates to the ASUS hardware - memory included. Do not look to ASUS customer support for any help.
- I was able to use the built-in backup/recovery software to store the Windows 7 Starter Edition recovery files to an old 40GB hard drive sitting in an external USB HD enclosure. Now keep in mind that entire hard drive can nolonger be used for anything other than holding the +16GB of recovery files. The computer geeks would be better served using 3rd party software to make an image copy of the entire hard drive. It would certainly be more space efficient. That is my next step. In case you were wondering, the included backup software will not write the recovery files to CD-Rom.
- I am not sure how well this netbook would work with LINUX. Some of the key features, the audio port toggle switch and the power saving mode, are both controlled by Windows specific software. These device specific software components (drivers) may not exist in the LINUX world. You may lose a lot of functionality.
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UPDATE: November 5, 2011
I tried the eee PC with UBUNTU Linux and touchpad issues disappeared.
I am lowering my rating to two stars for all the torture this computer has put me through.
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UPDATE: November 25, 2011
The battery died today. I have put less than 16 hours on this netbook after applying all the Windows updates. It is only used in between flights at the airport.
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