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ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook (Up to 11 Hours of Battery Life) Review

I used the netbook for 2 weeks as bought with 1GB & Win 7 Basic. At the same time, I purchased 2GB upgrade (Crucial Technology CT25664AC800 2GB 200-pin SODIMM DDR2 PC2-6400), Win 7 Home Premium upgrade, and External DVD (Samsung USB 2.0 8x DVD Writer External Optical Drive)

For me, the basic netbook was minimally acceptable. Upgraded to 2GB 1st and that made a world of difference. Everything worked better. As for the RAM and shutdown or other problems, there have been a few times when shutdown command would not shut off the computer but that has happened only twice.

The fault I have found which others may not have is going from AC to battery to AC. It does not happen all the time and I doubt that this is systemic to other ASUS 1005PE. When operating on AC, the netbook operates in SUPER PERFORMANCE mode which basically overclocks the ATOM cpu. Going to battery can cause the netbook to drop back performance to save power. When I go back to AC with netbook still running, the switch to Super Performance (overclocking) the video has gone to a state of various flashing colored rectangles. Ctl-Alt-Del does not bring it out of this. The only thing I can do is to force a power off. This has not happened everytime but it is annoying so before plugging into AC, I manually set the performace by pushing the left side power button and put it in Power Save mode. Once it is plugged in, I can up the performance to Super Performance with no problem.

I do not know if the problem is with the CPU or the added RAM. For me, I have a workaround and not a problem.

I have not tried the netbook with an external monitor.

I use the netbook for Web surfing, paying bills online, Word Processing, Excel Spreadsheets.

I have found that I can watch streaming videos from YouTube and Hulu. Of course, HD is not an option. I have also found that "Opera" works best for YouTube and Hulu with less hesitation. I do know that without the extra 1MB streaming videos was painful. MSIE will work streaming videos with only a slight increase in hesitation.

The speakers are very poor. Some of the audio with YouTube videos were very difficult to hear. I had to use earplugs for some.

As far as battery life, I have not tried to push it to the max but have used my netbook for 5 to 6 hours and the battery indicator showed 20% remaining and requested switch to AC. I doubt that it will ever reach 10 or 11 hours. It seems that it will meet my portable needs.

The "N" wireless reception in my home has helped. My older HP Laptop with G wireless usually connects in our living room at low or poor and will drop out from time to time. With the netbook, I have fair to good connection using N. I have never lost a connection.

I seldom use the external Samsung DVD except to load a few programs. I have tried a few video DVD's with Samsung to see how well the netbook worked with the Samsung DVD playing and the DVD's were easily watchable. I have not tried to burn CD's or DVD's.

This ASUS is a very nice package and I would recommend it to anyone with the caveats to upgrade to 2GB.

My wife plays a lot of Facebook games and I let her try it. If it worked for her, I would get her one as well. She feels the display is too limited for Farmville so she has inherited my 15" HP Laptop which she likes much better.

The ASUS netbook has two means of turning it on. The right power buttom boots WIN 7. The left button brings up ASUS ExpressGate OS with their own 5 apps - Web browser, Online Games, Chat, Photo Manager, & Skype. If you want quick access to the web and do not mind using the ASUS web browser, it takes less than a minute to turn on and be connected to the web whereas going the WIN 7 route, it takes close to 5 minutes with all the other stuff on my netbook. Their browser is minimal like an older MSIE - no tabs and importing favorites may be extremely difficult. I have not attempted it but seems to only import/export HTML type files. I do not use ASUS Expressgate and figure most people will not use it.

Hope this helps

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook (Up to 11 Hours of Battery Life) Feature

1.66GHz Intel N450 Atom Processor
1GB DDR2 RAM, 1 SODIMM Slot, 2GB Max
250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) + 500GB Free Web Storage; Chiclet Keyboard; 0.3MP Webcam
10.1-Inch Color-Shine 1024X600 WSVGA LCD Display; 802.11 b/g/n
Windows 7 Starter Operating System; 6 Cell Battery for up to 11 Hours of Battery Life

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook (Up to 11 Hours of Battery Life) Overview

Embrace mobile computing in style with the new ASUS Eee PC 1005PE-M. The 1005PE-M packs the latest ATOM CPU from Intel, the N450, which consumes less power than its predecessors, allowing the 1005PE-M to get up to a whopping 11 hours of battery life. With built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, users can stay connected wherever they go. The 92%-scaled ergonomic keyboard and Multi-Touch touchpad make it a breeze to type and navigate through content. The 1005PE-M’s 250GB hard drive and 500GB of free webstorage provide a wealth of storage and backup capabilities. The 1005PE also features a chiclet keyboard for added style and comfort. Lastly, a 0.3MP Webcam and Windows 7 Starter Operating System round out the list of the 1005PE-M’s impressive features. With its sleek curves and smooth lines, the Eee PC 1005PE-M offers superior style without sacrificing performance or mobility.

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook (Up to 11 Hours of Battery Life) Specifications

Eee PC 1005PE-M

The 10.1-inch Eee PC 1005PE-M Seashell with Windows 7 Starter shines as the ideal Eee PC for the traveler looking for outstanding wireless connectivity and efficient Eee PC performance. Thanks to ASUS' exclusive Super Hybrid Engine (SHE), you can take this mobile phenom wherever you choose and enjoy up to an incredible 11 hours of unplugged freedom.*

The Eee PC 1005PE-M is encased in a smooth pearlescent shell that captivates onlookers and features the next generation Intel Atom N450 processor for outstanding battery life. Plus, it gives you extended comfort with a chiclet keyboard, large palm-rest, and multi-touch trackpad. For more convenience, the Eee PC 1005PE has hotkeys placed above the keyboard – granting you quick access to Wi-Fi and control of the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine that instantly optimizes system performance for the task at hand. Throw in a generous 250GB hard drive with 500GB of ASUS WebStorage** and you get the ability to store, share, and access your important data anytime, anywhere.

ASUS worked closely to make your Windows 7 experience better with groundbreaking utilities such as FastBoot and LocalMe. With ASUS FastBoot technology, this Windows 7-enabled Eee PC starts up fast so you wait less and do more. LocalMe is a GPS-like application that when connected to the internet provides easy access to local areas and gets you where you want to be.

Miles ahead of its competition, the Eee PC 1005PE-M provides unsurpassed battery life and superior portability that liberates you from wall chargers and brings you into the next generation of mobility.

Key Features

Up to 11 hours of unplugged all-day computing to go further than ever before* (Learn more)
ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) innovatively saves battery life and boosts performance (Learn more)
Intel Atom N450 processor is now even more power efficient in combination with ASUS SHE
750GB Hybrid Storage for convenient storage on-the-go 250GB HDD + 500GB ASUS WebStorage** (Learn more)
10.1-inch LED-backlit Color-shine display uses less energy for longer use (Learn more)
92-percent full-size chiclet keyboard for a comfortable and precise typing experience (Learn more)
Multi-touch trackpad for intuitive and quick control (Learn more)
Stunning looks and convenient mobility with seashell design weighing a mere 2.8 lbs
1GB system memory (easily upgradable to 2GB)
High speed Wi-Fi networking (802.11 b/g/n @ 2.4GHz) for wire-free mobility (Learn more)
Windows 7 Starter for the most reliable and simplest Windows operating system to date (Learn more)
Integrated webcam and digital microphone for video/voice conversations with your friends and family
F9 easy recovery for convenient and easy system reinstallation (Learn more)
Warranty: 1 year global warranty and 30-day Flawless Display Guarantee: If a single bright dot is found, a free panel replacement is guaranteed within 30 days of original purchase

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Get up to an Amazing 11 Hours of Battery Life

Golden Ratio of 16:9 for Widescreen Movies and Games

Only ASUS has the innovative ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) that gives you ultimate control of your Eee PC 1005PE-M. With a hot key above the keyboard, you can instantly command the processor to run faster for more performance or conserve speed to prolong battery life. By pairing ASUS SHE with the latest Intel Atom N450 processor, Eee PC 1005PE now provides more performance and battery life than ever before on any Eee PC.

Through its innovative design, the ASUS SHE utility combined with a 6-cell Li-Ion battery, a power-saving LED-backlit display, and an energy-efficient Intel Atom N450 processor deliver up to 11 hours of battery life –the longest to ever be featured on an Eee PC. Imagine enjoying 11 hours flying from Los Angeles to London with your favorite movies and music on a single charge. Imagine 11 hours of wireless freedom and productivity all-day and night- from the bus ride to school, to the time your work for the day is done.

Never again will you scramble to find an outlet or wish you had brought a wall charger, the Eee PC 1005PE-M gives you a reassured peace of mind with mobile power to last nearly all day long.

Get the Big Picture in a Small Frame

The Eee PC 1005PE-M features the latest generation of LED-backlit technology for ultra-thin, ultra-bright, and energy-efficient portability and versatility. A brilliant 10.1-inch LED-backlit Color-shine display makes reading documents and surfing the Web comfortable and easy.

With a 1024 x 600 resolution screen, you can coast through most of your favorite web pages without having to resize your browser or scroll left and right. The 1005PE-M also features a brilliant Color-Shine glossy display technology normally found on high-end notebooks so your movies, games, and photos are displayed in true and vibrant colors.

But what good is a beautiful display when it is not flawless. ASUS offers the Eee PC 1005PE a 30-day flawless display guarantee. If you discover one defective bright dot within 30 days of purchase, ASUS will replace the panel at no cost.

Strikingly Comfortable. Perfectly Concise.

Multitask with Ease with Intel<sup>®</sup> Core™2 Duo Processors

Flawlessly smooth, the Eee PC 1005PE-M Seashell draws its inspiration from the curvature of an ocean seashell. Its lustrous and glossy exterior is crafted by In-mold Roller (IR) technology for a stylish yet scratch-resistant surface that’s perfect for everyday use. The eye-catching Eee PC 1005PE-M is specially designed to be ultra compact so you can use it in the smallest areas with ease. Its portable size makes it perfect during long airplane trips, classroom desks, or boardroom meetings.

The Eee PC 1005PE-M Seashell comes with a 92-percent full-size chiclet keyboard with a spacious palm rest that’s ergonomically designed to reduce fatigue and offer a more comfortable experience during prolonged use. It also features a user-friendly multi-touch trackpad that helps you navigate documents and web pages. With a simple touch of your fingertips, you can effortlessly scroll up and down, and zoom in and out, so that every detail is brought front and center with ease.

Easy Connectivity

The Eee PC 1005PE-M Seashell connects you to your wireless world with built-in 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi connectivity and Windows 7 Starter to deliver definitive wireless accessibility.

A spring-loaded Plug-and-Play flash card slot (MMC/SD/SDHC) expands your storage capability so you can view and share your digital photos, videos, and external data files instantly. A built-in 0.3 megapixel webcam and a digital microphone combine to give you clear video conferencing so you can have clear on-the-go video chats with family and friends.

Even More Storage

The Eee PC 1005PE-M hard drive has been expanded to give you 250GB of storage capacity and comes with an additional 500GB of ASUS WebStorage, a free and secure database to store your treasured data.

ASUS WebStorage allows you to easily share and safeguard your movies, music, and files, so you can access them anywhere in the world that has an internet connection. Create and share additional user accounts that let you securely and safely share your precious stored files, videos, music and more, with friends and family.

Quick Recovery with Just One Key

The Eee PC 1005PE-M makes system reinstallation simple with a built-in recovery program that can restore your system to its original factory settings by simply pressing F9 three times during start-up.

Coupled with ASUS WebStorage, you can easily back-up your data prior to system recovery to pick up wherever you leave off without a hitch.

Eee PC with Windows 7 –Life Made Easier

Explore the great new features of Windows 7 Starter with the Eee PC 1005PE-M. Featuring optimized energy-saving features and easy-to-use shortcuts, the Windows operating system is redesigned to give you an enhanced user experience making your everyday tasks simpler than ever before. Plus, Windows 7 has easy networking sharing that helps connect you instantly to Wi-Fi hotspots and networking hubs. Share more with friends and surf the Web better with Windows 7 and the Eee PC 1005PE-M.

Windows 7 Starter makes Eee PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do – less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows.

A Brand that Sparked a Revolution - The First Netbook

In 2007, the Eee PC forever reshaped the definition of mobile computing.

Birthed from the creativity and engineering brilliance of ASUS innovation, it soon became the must-have netbook across the globe. Following that year, the Eee PC brand grew into a full portfolio of highly sought-after mobile and compact PCs with one goal “to make people’s lives easier.”

The first netbook to market, ASUS has continued to lead this developing category with the longest battery life, exclusive features, and world-class design. Today, Eee products are the upmost symbol of how innovative technology can bring excitement and convenience to every person it touches.