The Toshiba NB100 netbook weighs in at less than a kilo and is compact and stylish, it measure 8.9 inch and has advanced multimedia and communication capabilities. You can get two... more
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second PC or even your main computer. It is built to be your solid mobile companion, with a tough and stylish chassis that has everything you need to surf the web wir...
A review by lea20 on Toshiba NB100 March 28th, 2009
Author's product rating:
Speed
Fast
Look & Feel
Satisfactory
Comfort & Portability
Good
Robustness & Durability
Excellent
Value For Money
Good
Advantages:
Small and portable, Ubuntu tweaked for use on a netbook makes it simple
Disadvantages:
Can get warm, driver issues
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
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I have a regular full size PC and was fed up with carrying my large lap top around with me, especially as it was old and fairly low spec. In fact I noticed that the specs were in line with the netbooks that were available today, so they caught my eye. I liked the idea of something portable and this model with its 8.9 inch screen and quality brand name seemed like the ideal thing.
It is available in 2 flavours but don't put off by the Linux Ubuntu version having lower specs. The fact is, such tailored operating system requires less resources. It is a tweaked version of Ubuntu designed the run on netbooks and is useage is very simple.
Adding programs is as simple as ticking the new ones you want installed from a list you download online. The whole screen (which is very sharp and bright ) is filled by a set of categories like Internet, Games etc and you just click on the list you want and the application you require. It comes built in with Firefox, Pidgin Instant Messenger and Open Office although there are many other things you can easily get for free. One problem I did have, when I updated the system the Wi-Fi and the sound drivers stopped working. I realised that I could save the install packages from these drivers on to a flash disk and install them again. I got the drivers from Toshibas site.
Wi-fi connection is fine, doesn't cut out etc etc. I also got my 3 mobile dongle connected which is handy as sometimes the wireless is a bit iffy in my house. This was done by using a program called Vodafone Mobile Connect Driver. Just look for Debian packages whilst searching Google, choose Ubuntu 8 and it's easier and more organised than Windows.
For this operating system 512mb of RAM, 1.6ghz processor and 80gb harddrive are more than enough to keep it running smoothly. One thing I do notice is the odd clicky squeak coming from the harddrive which really is more of an annoyance than anything affecting function.
The track pad, what it lacks in size it makes up in sensitivity so it is fine. I like the keyboard, it feels okay to type with for general Internet browsing. When open the netbook looks like a shrunk down version of any other Toshiba laptop. It's not the most stylish but I like its shiny case. The battery sticks out of the back but that's to make room for a bigger keyboard. Doesn't look that bad though!
As well as this, the netbook comes with 3 USB ports and a web cam which are all nice extras. Build quality of the whole thing is sturdy and there are no rattles when it's moved.
Overall, I recommend this net book but if you are going to get it, please get the Ubuntu version!
Advantages: Attractive outlook, useful bundled of softwares, very very useful networking options. Disadvantages: stuffed keyboard, poor ram, expensive, almost useless webcam, poor resolution.
...Having said that, this Toshiba netbook is not something outstanding or standout choice to go for. It does not perform exceptionally poor or exceptionally better than other netbooks. The processor is intel atom N270 with processing 1.6 GHz. It's a single core processor with modest speed. Atom 200 series is designed as single core with having the ability to perform 2 instructions per cycle. So, just for very normal office works it's alright. Though ... ...up to 1GB. Still, why Toshiba put 512 mb ram here, I absolutely have no clue. Resolution is not up to the standard as well. Though it says that, it is compatible upto 1024 x 600 but it only works fine up to 800x600. There is very poor camera on the top of screen. It's only 0.3 mp, which is actually good for nothing. It comes with bundled of installed software which is highly appreciated and helpful for daily office works and net surfing. The os for ...
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Advantages: Nice look, good battery life. Disadvantages: Too small.
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Overall
The Toshiba NB100 is great if you're japanese and/or believe things should be made as small as humanly possible. However, personally, I'd rather have a laptop where I can type without looking and feeling as if my wrists have been tied together. ...
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The Toshiba NB100 netbook weighs in at less than a kilo and is compact and stylish, it measure 8.9 inch and has advanced multimedia and communication capabilities. You can get two versions of the NB100 both that are powered by the 1.6GHz Intel Atom CPU, one with Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition and the other with Linux Ubuntu 8.04 with OpenOffice 2.4.
Networking
Networking: Network adapter
Wireless LAN Supported: Yes
Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Expansion Slots Total (Free): 1 memory, 1 ( 0 ) x memory
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Expansion / connectivity
Interfaces:
1 x microphone - input - mini-phone 3.5mm
1 x headphones - output - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
1 x display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15)
3 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A
1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45
Miscellaneous
Features: Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), administrator password, system password, hard drive password
Power
Power Device: External
Voltage Required: AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Battery
Technology: Lithium Ion
Installed Qty: 1
Run Time (Up To): 3.6 hour(s)
Operating system / software
OS Provided: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Ubuntu Netbook Remix
Software: Drivers & Utilities, Microsoft Works, Toshiba ConfigFree, Connectivity Doctor, Toshiba Disc Creator, Chicony Camera Assistant Software, Toshiba DVD Player, Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Edition (60 days trial), McAfee Internet Security Suite 2008 (30 days subscription)
Manufacturer warranty
Service & Support: 1 year warranty
Service & Support Details: International warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return
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