Acer Aspire One 8.9-inch Mini Laptop (1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor, 512 MB RAM, 8 GB Solid State Drive, Linpus Linux Lite) White
- 1.6GHz Atom N270 Processor
- 8GB solid state hard drive, 512MB DDR2 SDRAM (expandable)
- 802.11b/g, Ethernet, three USB 2.0, VGA, and 3.5mm audio out
- 1.3 megapixel camera, SDHC and multi-format media readers
- Linpus Linux Lite operating system
Weighing in at just over 2 pounds, the Aspire one mobile Internet device is the ideal traveling companion that lets you take the Internet on the road without the heavy load. Good things come in small packages, just like the Acer Aspire one mobile Internet device providing ultra-portable performance to enjoy full Internet browsing, communicate with friends and family and enjoy a variety of entertainment in a small portable design that keeps you connected on-the-go. The Intel Atom Processor combines performance, power and efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while on the go. Enjoy reliable on-line access with 802.11b/g Wireless to explore the Internet and view photos or video clips and listen to music in a comfortable browsing environment on the Acer CrystalBrite display. Linpus Linux Lite lets you surf the Internet, edit documents and photos, read email, and enjoy the webcam to chat online with or take still photos smoothly and reliably right out-of-the-box at a great price. Whether you are a first time user or just want a second computing device to easily check e-mail and surf the Internet, the Aspire one was designed for simplicity with a intuitive desktop design, widescreen display and easy-typing keyboard. 8.9? diagonal WSVGA (1024 x 600) CrystalBrite TFT LCD Display Integrated 0.3 Crystal Eye Webcam Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 Built-in Stereo Speakers Acer InviLink 802.11b/g Wireless 10/100 Ethernet LAN Multi-in-1 Card Reader SD, MMC, RS-MMC, MS, MS Pro, xD 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone/Speaker/Line-Out, Microphone-in, VGA, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions - 9.8? (W) x 6.7? (D) x 1.14? (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 2.19 Pounds
Amazon.com Product Description
An affordable ultra-lightweight mobile Internet device, the Acer Aspire One weighs just over 2 pounds and is perfect for toting in a backpack or bag. The smooth surface is comfortable to touch, and the notebook is accented with distinctive details, such as the attractive orange hinge ring. It has a vibrant 8.9-inch CrystalBrite WSVGA LED backlit display, integrated webcam for easy video chatting, an instant-on feature that powers up the notebook in less than 15 seconds from when you switch it on, and Intel's latest mobile processor--the Atom. This model of the Aspire One (LU.S020A.012) comes in seashell white, and offers the easy-to-use Linpus Linux Lite operating system and 8 GB of solid-state NAND flash memory.
 Weighing just 2.17 pounds, the stylish Acer Aspire One goes anywhere with you. |
 Perfect for students, this Aspire One model comes with 8 GB of storage space, expansion via SD and Memory Stick media, and integrated Wi-Fi. |
 The integrated webcam at the top of the screen's bezel provides easy access to video chatting. |
With the Linpus Linux Lite operating system, Acer has improved the user experience by designing a friendly, easy-to-use and comprehensive interface utilizing a more natural approach to screen layout and functionality. Even novice users will be able to quickly pick up on this intuitive, virus-safe and super-responsive Linux environment. With its simple, easy-to-read interface, you'll have no trouble finding and sharing your files. And if you run out of storage space, the Aspire One's Smart File Manager instantly and seamlessly merges extra storage capacity from any SD card inserted into the memory card slot into the available main memory.
The Aspire One is great for getting things done, whether checking email, managing online accounts or chatting with friends. The pre-installed software is separated by functions and presented in four distinct areas on the Home screen--Connect, Works, Fun and Files. Each area has space for three applications, and you can easily personalize the applications.
The Aspire One Mail software suite lets you manage up to six email accounts with a single application interface, including office accounts. A small icon to the right of the message quickly and clearly shows the appropriate mail account. Nothing could be simpler to replace push e-mail services without using a corporate server. The Aspire One uses Messenger for Instant Messaging, an application that allows users to simultaneously access Skype, Microsoft Messenger and various other instant messaging services. The software can be used with the integrated video camera for instant video-chats and video conferences. The Mozilla Firefox web browser is optimized for the most popular web sites, and it supports full video streaming capabilities.
Whether you need to write, calculate or present, the Aspire One has everything under control. The Writer program is a fully functional word processing applicatnoi that is compatible with Microsoft Word, allowing you to open and save files directly in the .doc format. The intuitive spreadsheet application makes both newcomers and advanced users feel right at home. And you can create stunning multimedia presentations, complete with 3D clip art, special effects, animation, and special drawing tools.
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 8 GB of NAND flash memory solid-state drive (SSD), which is adequate for students and those who want to use the laptop primarily as an email and web surfing device. Faster and more reliable, flash memory provides a rapid boot-up and quicker access to applications while improving battery life. Flash memory is also more reliable than hard disk memory, mainly because there are no moving parts. Since data is written to stationary flash memory instead of a spinning hard disk, you have less risk of hardware problems with the hard disk when you're on the move. It's an ideal feature for a travel notebook where knocks and sudden movements are par for the course.
In addition, the Aspire One reads five different types of memory cards--Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card--for maximum flexibility. The additional SD card slot seamlessly integrates with the internal NAND flash module as an added storage device. The ability to have both a multi-in-1 card reader and a SD card reader at the same time allows you to download photos from the multi-in-1 to share with others and store to the SD card as an internal storage device simultaneously.
Memory
The 512 MB of installed RAM (1 x 512 MB, PC2-5300) offers a 667 MHz speed. This notebook can be expanded to a maximum of 1.5 GB of RAM,
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 (AOA110-1295; LU.S020A.012), rechargeable 3-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.
Amazing Little Laptop (2008-10-27)
Recomendable for school boys or travelers who don't need high process programs... Fun and nice.
Love it! (2008-10-25)
I've just had this wonderful little tool for 24 hours, so I can't comment on battery life yet, but in every other respect it has fulfilled and surpassed my expectations.
Based on all the reviews I had read, I was a bit worried about WiFi connectivity and fan noise. But it connected to my old 802.11.b wireless network in seconds, and the fan has yet to be audible (I'm using the SSD Linux version, so maybe that makes a difference). The keyboard is a breeze to type on, the screen is great, the OS is completely intuitive, and it runs every application that I need when I'm away from my desk. It's light, cute, and fits easily into my briefcase. I love it.
Great computer but expect problems (2008-10-24)
This computer is awesome hands down. It is pretty fast for a computer this size. BUT expect to have some problems with it when you open it up. Two days after I received mine it would not turn on, the power light would come on but no display at all, and Acer wanted me to pay shipping for me to send it to them. Following this guide [...] I was able to fix the issue. My mother bought one 2 weeks after I did and hers was broken out of the box. It would get in a reboot loop whenever you tried to shut it down. I restored the unit 2x and upgraded the BIOS 3x but still no luck. She is going to have to ship it out. So IF you can get it running right like mine then you will have a blast with it!
Just what I was looking for. (2008-10-24)
FIRST IMPRESSIONS AFTER ONE WEEK:
I wanted a computer that provided the basic functions I needed as a student. I commute by mass transit and bicycle so I really wanted a light machine. It needs to fit on one of those little school desks and should have enough battery life to last for a three hour class. I needed to be able to touch type lectures.
The Aspire One has it all!
I wanted the Linux version without the hard disk because I wanted the fast boot-up time.... it's boots up in 15 seconds. SWEET!
Good:
It's quiet, the screen is very nice (small of course). It's doesn't get too warm. Boot-up time is smokin'
Keyboard is good-enough. It has all the programs I need for school: Web browser, word processor, spreadsheet, MP3 player, PDF viewer, etc.
It uses Firefox for the web -- which is a very good browser. And it uses OpenOffice which -- in my opinion -- is better than Microsoft Office. The fantastic thing about OpenOffice is that you can install it (for free!) on your other home and work computers. A couple of years ago I totally erased MS Office on all my machines and haven't regretted it yet. And if you need to give or get a MS Office file it does fine with those in nearly all cases.
The sound with headphones is good.
The first-time set up process was easy -- unlike some windows machines which can take a long time.
Updates were easy and pretty-much automatic.
The "fit and finish" is good for such a small and inexpensive computer.
It arrived in good shape with no problems.
While the drive is small, there is enough space and expanding the memory is fairly cheap with SD cards. (I haven't done that yet.)
The three USB ports are handy. So is the multi-format card reader. I haven't used the monitor or wired LAN connectors.
The computer is plenty fast enough for everything I've done so far.
Mixed:
It's Linux.
Linux is very reliable and Acer can modify it to perfectly work with the Aspire One (so there isn't much bloated stuff to slow down the computer and fill up the drive.)
However, if you want to change or modify something yourself, Linux is a pain in the neck.
The on-line Linux community is very helpful and super nice but they tend to be computer geeks who find it hard to be simple.
It doesn't help that Acer picked a fairly obscure version of Linux. I, personally, wish they had chosen Ubuntu which is a very well known and liked version of Linux.
The case is OK but I'm spending another ten bucks and buying a better one. The one they supply isn't splash resistant and doesn't have much padding. But it might be good enough if you are less rough on your gear than me.
Negatives:
The touchpad doesn't work well for me. I keep accidentally touching it when I type - (a problem I've had on other computers). I turned down the sensitivity which helped a lot. Usually, I turn it off completely (which is easy to do) and use a USB mouse.
No password manager. With a portable computer, a powerfully encrypted password manager is an absolute must-have in case it's stolen. I'll try to install one but, as I've said, that isn't easy.
I couldn't get videos to play without some scary fiddling in Linux. This included sound problems with streaming videos and internet radio, too. It's all working now but, still, that shouldn't happened and a true newbie probably couldn't have fixed it by his/herself.
The speakers are weak. (to be expected in a computer this small.)
I haven't been able to get it to connect with my home WiFi. (But, I have no problem with school, coffee shotps, etc WiFi.) I expect to fix this but -- as I say -- this is a pain in the neck with Linux.
No Skype.
The photo management software is lame.
Every so-often, there is a browser plug-in that won't work with Linux -- like the Netflix or Fox Entertainment video players. This can be true for Mac, too.
For some crazy reason, the restore software is on a disk and the computer has no disk drive! It should have been on a USB thumb drive.
Summary of my first impression:
I think I made the right choice and expect this computer to get me through university. Yes, it's isn't perfect but no computer is -- especially one so small and inexpensive. And I LOVE the 15 second boot up time! (did I say that already?)
Neat little box (2008-10-23)
I'm pleased and amazed by my Aspire One, with Linux.
I'd never used Linux before, but it serves me well for light chores with the spreadsheet. Firefox works good for the Internet and email, too.
The keyboard is surprisingly sufficient for touch typing.
Good job, Acer!
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