Mini Laptops......

[crystalsmom]

Originally Posted by Miao

crystalsmom, maybe you can check with the manufacturers. Last March when I picked up a Sony Vaio, it came with Vista installed. At the time, enough people complained about the OS that select manufacturers like Sony, Dell, Gateway, etc, were offering their customers an official copy of XP. Sony did send XP to me and now that's what I've been running ever since. I believe it was a limited time deal and available for only the business class users and up (not for those with Home Edition, etc.) but I could be wrong. Much like a little before I got the Vaio, I had an Asus and it came with XP (it was just before all new systems got Vista pre-installed) but I qualified for getting an official copy of Vista in the mail, but had neglected to do so until it was too late. It's always good to be given an extra option.

The reason why I'm not sure that they offer the same deal now is that I've heard since Service Pack 1 came out, Vista has been running smoother.

Miao, thanks for the info

[SophieKatesMom]

For the question are the keys backlit on the Acer, the answer is no -unfortunately. Also if you want to see the new Acer with a 10" display (opposed to the 8.9" display) you can view it and pre-order it on Amazon.

I am kind of sorry I bought the 8.9" display, the 10" would have been nice.

I still like my little Acer - in fact I took it to the aiport last night and used it while waiting to pick up a friend.

[crystalsmom]

I'm wondering if the new 10.1 screen has a larger key board also. I went to Acer's website and there isn't a store that has both for me to try out the typing....they may have just inserted the other keyboard from the 8.9? It also says there isn't a store within a 100 miles to me that has the 10.1, of course I would have it shipped but I would like to see if I could type on the darn thing

[crystalsmom]

Originally Posted by crystalsmom

I'm wondering if the new 10.1 screen has a larger key board also. I went to Acer's website and there isn't a store that has both for me to try out the typing....they may have just inserted the other keyboard from the 8.9? It also says there isn't a store within a 100 miles to me that has the 10.1, of course I would have it shipped but I would like to see if I could type on the darn thing

To add to what I posted, I finally found the 800# for ACER 1-800-816-2237 and was very disappointed. Tech support does not know what I want to know, I'm sure and calling a store like Wal-Mart or some of the others do not have sales people who know beans but that is my next try. I can see how good customer service is extremely important and I beginning to appreciate what I have had with Dell for all these yrs.

[crystalsmom]

I called Wal-mart, fellow said he had only been there a week and could not help me but gave me Wal Marts main #???

I called Office Max and she was VERY helpful and said she had one of the 8.9 and the Keyboard is the same size as a standard keyboard and sure the 10.1 would be the same. All numbers are on the top by eliminating the numbers on the right it gives them space for this larger keyboard. She said something different about the up and down arrows but I guess I was thinking of my next question.lol This woman got 10 stars in customer service and she said it was nice to have someone on the phone so appreciative.LOL Well remember I didn't see this but if that is the case, that sure would be good. Does anyone here have a netbook with standard keys on their keyboard?? I am still so worried about customer service and I wonder what tech support is like.

[alisonJ]

Crystals mom---I love Office Max. They have always been very helpful to me, and their prices are as good as anywhere.

[Yorkieforme]

Originally Posted by deb22

I am going to hook up an external one ... But I usually do all that on my pc...I just want the mini to seach the web, forums, etc.

That is what the "notebooks" are designed for....so if that is your purpose...go for it!!

[deb22]

Originally Posted by crystalsmom

I was looking at the netbooks since this computer of mine is giving me problems but I think the size might be too small. I love the fact the Acer has Windows XP.

You all seem to know alot about computers so I'll ask you this question. If I purchase a desktop with Vista can I download XP???? Can I take Vista off on Add and Remove?? All I care is that I can download Vista. Someone on another thread said they were getting rid of Vista and now in the process of testing this new Window version.

Windows 7 is in the works.... I prefer xp....If you want to dl xp and get rid of vista....you would prob. have to do a clean install...you can google it and find out how....

[crystalsmom]

Deb 22, I think I will wait for Windows 7, I have xp now but to consider a new one I may as well wait for that or if it takes too long I can always upgrade later. I think I will go to a notebook instead of a netbook with more Ram and larger Hard Drive, also a good processor is important to me.

[Breny]

Originally Posted by SophieKatesMom

For the question are the keys backlit on the Acer, the answer is no -unfortunately. Also if you want to see the new Acer with a 10" display (opposed to the 8.9" display) you can view it and pre-order it on Amazon.

I am kind of sorry I bought the 8.9" display, the 10" would have been nice.

I still like my little Acer - in fact I took it to the aiport last night and used it while waiting to pick up a friend.

Wow! Where?? I'm looking on amazon but not seeing a pre order new one???? Can you link me to it? Do they have pink?

[Tnyorkiemom]

well now im really confused...i like the Acer One...but i like the mini Dell has also...well i guess i will be waiting a few more months anyways...so by then they should have the windows 7 out and i wont have to have a vista.....my daughter has that .....and i like my xp alot better

[Izzy Princess]

Oh this thread is so informational. I want this one but not in the cards for me at this point. I LOVE this mini laptop. It's the HP Mini Vivienne Tam Edition. You can get on QVC.


A/O HP Mini Vivienne Tam Ed. 1GB RAM 60GB HD & Windows XP - QVC.com

[MeganS]

So I was thinking how I didn't want one cause they were so small and since they are like $400 I may as well just save up some extra and buy a normal sized one.

but one of my teachers was showing me a Dell one that she just got. Its back is white and I think the keyboard is black. but it was only $200! My curiosity has been sparked. Does anyone know the kind I'm talking about?

[Breny]

Originally Posted by Izzy Princess

Oh this thread is so informational. I want this one but not in the cards for me at this point. I LOVE this mini laptop. It's the HP Mini Vivienne Tam Edition. You can get on QVC.


A/O HP Mini Vivienne Tam Ed. 1GB RAM 60GB HD & Windows XP - QVC.com

I seen that when it aired and thought...oh soooooo cute!

[Izzy Princess]

Originally Posted by Breny

I seen that when it aired and thought...oh soooooo cute!

hahaha..I'm a sucker for pretty unique things. I agree with Kyle that these mini laptops are just to be used for surfing and email and checking YT..lol. I would use this one as a third laptop. We have a desktop and my husband has his own laptop but man this is a very cool mini for the girls.

I saw it too on QVC when they aired it and I was soooo tempted but didn't. You can get for 4 installments on QVC but if you actually go to the HP site you can get financing but that's a whole other discussion.