Which Netbook Do You Have? - Page 15

desertgrandma · 06-09-2009, 06:17 PM

Aaargggg..........after going there and reading.........I can feel the new brain wrinkles starting already........it huuurts!..............

All4Fun · 06-09-2009, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by daffy4u

Baby steps!

I do think you want to follow the suggestions on this wiki page on how to get FireFox to give you the most screen space possible for such a small screened device.

Thanks for the link. I think I'm going to do this also.

Jaime_Astorga · 06-10-2009, 06:18 AM

u100 msi Wind of 6 cell battery and 160 GB hard drive. Made of awesome.

For the record, I just learned that the correct setting is "minimal power management." "Max battery" sucks, big time.

daffy4u · 06-10-2009, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Aaargggg..........after going there and reading.........I can feel the new brain wrinkles starting already........it huuurts!..............

Has it arrived yet?

kazbates · 06-10-2009, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by daffy4u

Has it arrived yet?

It has! She posted the news in the Happening Right Now thread.

Congrats, DGma!! We probably won't hear a lot from you as you start playing with your new toy!

desertgrandma · 06-11-2009, 12:37 AM

Its so frickin' cute.

Okay, you've heard the reports from Ricky Maveety, Daffy, and others who are pretty knowledgeable about computers.

Now you get one from someone who just basically plays around.

I did as Daffy said, and didn't even turn it on, just flipped it over, unscrewed the little screws, and when I separated the little metal holders, out popped the 1 gig card.

Took the new 2 gig, and put it in. Put the cover back on, plugged it in and turned it on. Nothing.

Thought a minute. Turned it back over, undid the lid, and noticed the card was loose. That can't be good. No matter how I tried, I couldn't get the card to snap in properly. Finally, husband walked over, and knowing I was very close to panic, asked nicely "is there anything I can do" I explained, he said "here let me sit down, and immediately popped it in correctly. Stupid husband. I realized then that you have to angle the card in order for it to go in properly.........I wasn't doing that.

So.........put the lid on, turned it back over, turned it on and bingo bango..........sucker fires itself up, everything working like a charm.

I love XP, loaded firefox, and got the email set up. It found my wireless, so far no problems.

Just have some fine tuning to do.......but so far.......I'm loving it. Totally glad I went for this one. Its amazing what they've managed to put into such a small unit.

OH..........The touchpad is okay, but I took my logitech nano vx from the laptop, plugged it in, and its working fine.

Tomorrow, plan to take it with to daughters house, and Barnes and Noble. That should be a hoot.

Would I recommend this? Absolutely. Obviously, its idiot proof.

ilovejedd · 06-11-2009, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

I did as Daffy said, and didn't even turn it on, just flipped it over, unscrewed the little screws, and when I separated the little metal holders, out popped the 1 gig card.

Took the new 2 gig, and put it in. Put the cover back on, plugged it in and turned it on. Nothing.

Thought a minute. Turned it back over, undid the lid, and noticed the card was loose. That can't be good. No matter how I tried, I couldn't get the card to snap in properly. Finally, husband walked over, and knowing I was very close to panic, asked nicely "is there anything I can do" I explained, he said "here let me sit down, and immediately popped it in correctly. Stupid husband. I realized then that you have to angle the card in order for it to go in properly.........I wasn't doing that.

<snip>

Would I recommend this? Absolutely. Obviously, its idiot proof.

Yup... Well, as long as you don't upgrade the RAM, it seems.

desertgrandma · 06-11-2009, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by ilovejedd

Yup... Well, as long as you don't upgrade the RAM, it seems.

I'll know next time!

daffy4u · 06-11-2009, 10:44 AM

Yay! Congratulations! Sorry you had trouble with the RAM but now you know how to do it and won't have a problem in the future. You've moved up another rung on the computer expertise ladder.

desertgrandma · 06-11-2009, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by daffy4u

Yay! Congratulations! Sorry you had trouble with the RAM but now you know how to do it and won't have a problem in the future. You've moved up another rung on the computer expertise ladder.

Thanks! What resolution do you have yours set on?

1024x600?

DaleDe · 06-11-2009, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Thanks! What resolution do you have yours set on?

1024x600?

Yes, this is the one you should use most of the time. It is possible to use 1024x768 but there are caveats about the performance mode that works. It should basically be used only when the application demands it or you are using an external monitor.

Dale

daffy4u · 06-11-2009, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Thanks! What resolution do you have yours set on?

1024x600?

Yep.

astra · 06-11-2009, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Thanks! What resolution do you have yours set on?

1024x600?

As a rule of thumb, always use native resolution of LCD monitor for the best quality.

desertgrandma · 06-25-2009, 05:22 PM

So I've had this for about 3 weeks or so.

It does everything promised, battery life is outstanding, keyboard excellent, and since I"m using wireless mouse, no problems with touchpad.

I don't use half the stuff it comes with.......bluetooth, camera.

But, for me, here's the best part. After whining about not having the Kindle these last few weeks, I finally took a chance and downloaded mobipocket reader, and moved some of my books over from my laptop.

I gotta say, I'm finding the reading experience pleasant. maximized the screen, enlarged the font a tad, set it on a laptray(see picture) kick back in recliner, and read away.

The contrast is better than on the kindle, the screen larger, and the page turn is instantaneous.

No 'flash' and suprisingly, I'm not feeling the eye strain some talk about.

Thanks for all the input. This is a keeper.

Greg Anos · 06-25-2009, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

So I've had this for about 3 weeks or so.

It does everything promised, battery life is outstanding, keyboard excellent, and since I"m using wireless mouse, no problems with touchpad.

I don't use half the stuff it comes with.......bluetooth, camera.

But, for me, here's the best part. After whining about not having the Kindle these last few weeks, I finally took a chance and downloaded mobipocket reader, and moved some of my books over from my laptop.

I gotta say, I'm finding the reading experience pleasant. maximized the screen, enlarged the font a tad, set it on a laptray(see picture) kick back in recliner, and read away.

The contrast is better than on the kindle, the screen larger, and the page turn is instantaneous.

No 'flash' and suprisingly, I'm not feeling the eye strain some talk about.

Thanks for all the input. This is a keeper.

I've ordered my "little travel bag" for airline travel. I think it might be something you'd like as well. I'll let you know once I get it in the mail and have a chance to check it out...

View Poll Results: Which Brand Netbook Do You Have?
Acer	16	14.04%
Asus	36	31.58%
Dell	3	2.63%
HP	4	3.51%
Lenovo	3	2.63%
MSI Wind	5	4.39%
Samsung	7	6.14%
Sony	2	1.75%
Waste of Money, wouldn't have one	3	2.63%
Don't have one, just want to see how this poll works out.	31	27.19%
other (please explain)	5	4.39%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 114. You may not vote on this poll

06-25-2009, 05:22 PM	#224
desertgrandma Enjoying the show.... Posts: 14,270 Karma: 10462843 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Arizona Device: A K1, Kindle Paperwhite, an Ipod, IPad2, Iphone, an Ipad Mini & macAir	update on Asus 1000HE So I've had this for about 3 weeks or so. It does everything promised, battery life is outstanding, keyboard excellent, and since I"m using wireless mouse, no problems with touchpad. I don't use half the stuff it comes with.......bluetooth, camera. But, for me, here's the best part. After whining about not having the Kindle these last few weeks, I finally took a chance and downloaded mobipocket reader, and moved some of my books over from my laptop. I gotta say, I'm finding the reading experience pleasant. maximized the screen, enlarged the font a tad, set it on a laptray(see picture) kick back in recliner, and read away. The contrast is better than on the kindle, the screen larger, and the page turn is instantaneous. No 'flash' and suprisingly, I'm not feeling the eye strain some talk about. Thanks for all the input. This is a keeper. Attached Thumbnails

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06-09-2009, 06:17 PM	#211
desertgrandma Enjoying the show.... Posts: 14,270 Karma: 10462843 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Arizona Device: A K1, Kindle Paperwhite, an Ipod, IPad2, Iphone, an Ipad Mini & macAir	Aaargggg..........after going there and reading.........I can feel the new brain wrinkles starting already........it huuurts!..............

06-10-2009, 06:18 AM	#213
Jaime_Astorga Member Retired Posts: 274 Karma: 4446 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Florida Device: PRS-350-SC: Sony Reader Pocket Edition	u100 msi Wind of 6 cell battery and 160 GB hard drive. Made of awesome. For the record, I just learned that the correct setting is "minimal power management." "Max battery" sucks, big time.

06-11-2009, 12:37 AM	#216
desertgrandma Enjoying the show.... Posts: 14,270 Karma: 10462843 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Arizona Device: A K1, Kindle Paperwhite, an Ipod, IPad2, Iphone, an Ipad Mini & macAir	Its so frickin' cute. Okay, you've heard the reports from Ricky Maveety, Daffy, and others who are pretty knowledgeable about computers. Now you get one from someone who just basically plays around. I did as Daffy said, and didn't even turn it on, just flipped it over, unscrewed the little screws, and when I separated the little metal holders, out popped the 1 gig card. Took the new 2 gig, and put it in. Put the cover back on, plugged it in and turned it on. Nothing. Thought a minute. Turned it back over, undid the lid, and noticed the card was loose. That can't be good. No matter how I tried, I couldn't get the card to snap in properly. Finally, husband walked over, and knowing I was very close to panic, asked nicely "is there anything I can do" I explained, he said "here let me sit down, and immediately popped it in correctly. Stupid husband. I realized then that you have to angle the card in order for it to go in properly.........I wasn't doing that. So.........put the lid on, turned it back over, turned it on and bingo bango..........sucker fires itself up, everything working like a charm. I love XP, loaded firefox, and got the email set up. It found my wireless, so far no problems. Just have some fine tuning to do.......but so far.......I'm loving it. Totally glad I went for this one. Its amazing what they've managed to put into such a small unit. OH..........The touchpad is okay, but I took my logitech nano vx from the laptop, plugged it in, and its working fine. Tomorrow, plan to take it with to daughters house, and Barnes and Noble. That should be a hoot. Would I recommend this? Absolutely. Obviously, its idiot proof.

06-11-2009, 10:44 AM	#219
daffy4u I'm Super Kindle-icious Posts: 6,734 Karma: 2434103 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Long Drive, Calinadia Candafornia Device: KDXG, KT, Oasis	Yay! Congratulations! Sorry you had trouble with the RAM but now you know how to do it and won't have a problem in the future. You've moved up another rung on the computer expertise ladder.