MSI Wind U100 Netbook
Features:
- Intel Atom N270 (1.6GHz) processor
- 1GB DDR2 (2Gb max) memory
- Wi-fi enabled
- Compact size 10.2 x 7 x 1.3 inches
PROS:
- Ultra lightweight (2.5lbs), and thin (1.3 in)
- Comfortable keyboard
CONS:
- No internal CD/DVD drive
- Price starts from £249.97 ($399) inc VAT
Detailed Specification:
| Processor | Intel Atom N270 (1.6GHz) |
| Memory | 1GB DDR2 (2Gb max) |
| Hard drive | 160GB SATA Specifications – Hard Drive |
| Optical CD / DVD drive | No built in drive |
| Display | 10in TFT widescreen (1024 x 600) LED backlit |
| Colour | Pink, White, Black |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs |
| Dimension | 10.2 x 7 x 1.3 inches |
| Network type | Ethernet, 802.11g, Bluetooth |
| Graphics | Intel GMA950 |
| Audio / Video | 3.5mm headphone & mic, 1.3 MPWebcam |
| Battery | 3 Cell 22 WHr Li-ion |
| I/O ports (Data) | 3 USB 2.0 ports, SD Card, VGA |
| OS | Windows XP Home SP3 |
| Price starting at | £249.97 ($399) inc VAT |
Expert Review:
MSI Wind U100 Netbook
Micro Star International (MSI) has introduced its latest ultra portable and cheap netbook Wind U100. Powered by Intel Atom N270 (1.6 GHz) processor, the model reviewed here had 1GB DDR2 RAM and a 160 GB hard drive. It is available in 3 vibrant colours: pink, white and black.
With dimensions of 10.2 x 7 x 1.3 inches and weighing only 2.5 lbs, the netbook compares favourably with other netbooks of its class. The 10 in widescreen TFT screen with LED backlit has a resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels. The display is quite bright with vibrant colours. The keyboard is spacious and comfortable to use.
MSI Wind U100 Netbook
The HD stereo speakers provide excellent sound quality. For external connectivity, there are Ethernet, 802.11g wireless, Bluetooth and 3 USB 2.0 ports. There is also 1.3 MP integrated webcam. The 3 Cell 22 WHr Li-ion battery lasts about 2.5 hours under normal usage. The OS provided is Windows XP Home SP3 Edition and MSI gives 2 years manufacturer’s warranty unlike the usual 1 year by others.
All in all, MSI Wind U100 netbook is affordable and at the same time packed with features for day to day use.
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