ASUS Ultra Portable PC

Affordable ultra-portable PC? Computer says yes!

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Much as we love laptops, they're still quite bulky, not to mention expensive. But who wants to be computer-less when they're out and about, especially in this day and age? Not us. That's why we refuse to go anywhere without the revolutionary ASUS Ultra Portable PC. This take-anywhere gizmo does everything a laptop can except break the bank or give you arm ache. Genius!

Weighing in at only 0.92kg with a 7" screen and full keyboard, the 4GB Asus is a truly powerful yet affordable solution to all your computing-on-the-move problems, and it's ready to go right out of the box.

ASUS Ultra Portable PC screen

Practical for both Home and Work!

Armed with the Asus you can email, surf the net, create documents, play games upload photos (via a built-in card reader), enjoy music and videos, log on to Skype - you name it. In fact the Asus is pre-loaded with over 40 built-in applications for work and play. And unlike rival ultra-portables the whole idiot-proof shebang boots up in seconds

What about connectivity? Well, this smart little notebook boasts built-in Wi-Fi that automatically detects and connects to hotspots, giving you instant internet access wherever you may roam. And whilst we're on the subject of travel, the ASUS Ultra Portable PC's solid state drive means it's shock resistant and seriously durable.

Slimline Design

Trackpad

Sleek and Minimal

Built-in stereo speakers

Despite its pocket-friendly price you won't need to buy any pricey extras because the Asus features built-in high definition stereo speakers, a microphone and even a webcam. Add a highly intuitive Windows-esque point-and-click graphic interface and you're looking at a take-anywhere system that completely re-writes the rules, especially in terms of value.

Ideal for anyone who fancies a laptop but lacks the muscle (both physically and financially), the ASUS Ultra Portable PC is set to become a must-have device for compu-fans everywhere. You'll wonder how you ever managed without one!

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Please note:

No technical manual required with the specially designed, user-friendly and intuitive graphic interface

Dimensions

Measures approximately - 22.5cm(W) x 16.4cm(H) x 2.15~3.5cm(D)

Key Features

7" compact design and only 0.92kg
Durable, shock-proof solid-state design
Rich network and wireless connectivity
Graphic user interface for simplicity and ease of use
Over 40 built-in applications for learning, work and play

Box Contents

1x ASUS Ultra Portable PC
1x Learning/reference documentation pack
1x Modem cable
1x AC adapter
1x Recovery CD
1x Carry case

Included Software Linux Version:

Drivers & Utilities
OpenOffice.org
Mozilla Firefox
Skype
Tux Paint and other educational entertainment software
E-mail and Internet radio applications
Google Docs
Wikipedia look-up tool

Included Software Windows Version:

Internet Explorer
Outlook Express
Microsoft Works
Windows Media Player
Windows Messenger
Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer
Windows Live Photo Gallery

Specifiactions:

Model name	2GB Surf 701 Linux	Eee 4GB 701 Linux	Eee 4GB 701 Windows
Chipset	Intel	Intel	Intel
Processor	Celeron M ULV 900MHz	Celeron M ULV 900MHz	Celeron M ULV 900MHz
CPU	Intel Mobile	Intel Mobile	Intel Mobile
CPU	7” (800x480)	7” (800x480)	7” (800x480)
Memory (1 slot only)	512MB	512MB	512MB
Storage (Solid State, on board)	2GB	4GB	4GB
Card Reader	SD/MMC	SD/MMC	SD/MMC
Connection	802.11 b/g 10/100 Ethernet	802.11 b/g 10/100 Ethernet	802.11 b/g 10/100 Ethernet
Expansion	3 USB VGA Port Headphone/Mic-in	3 USB VGA Port Headphone/Mic-in	3 USB VGA Port Headphone/Mic-in
Web Cam	No	Yes	Yes
Battery Cell	4 cell	4 cell	4 cell
OS	Linux (Preloaded). XP Compatible	Linux (Preloaded). XP Compatible	Windows XP (Preloaded). Windows Live Suite, MS Works
Ac Adapter	Output: 9.5V, 22W; Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal	Output: 9.5V, 22W; Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal	Output: 9.5V, 22W; Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal
Accessory	Protection bag	Protection bag	Protection bag & Mouse
Warranty	2 year UK C&R	2 year UK C&R	2 year UK C&R

Ports:

3x USB 2.0
1x VGA monitor out
1x headphone jack
1x microphone input
1x SD card reader (SDHC compatible)
1x Kensington lock slot
1x Ethernet 10/100

Technical Helpline

08701 208340 This number will also help you with a 2-year collect and return warranty (6 months for the battery).

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Views: 2515

Bad quality video of me booting up & shutting down an Asus EeePC in under a minute. Actual time is about 55 seconds, but 5 of those seconds were wasted because I was too busy filmilng to click "OK" to shut down!
Joe Bicker, Huddersfield - 18th Mar 2008

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I recently got one of these little beauties and am absolutely bowled over with how brill it is. Although I got mine from somewhere else (only cos I wanted the pink one) it was here on Firebox I first saw them. For speed and user friendliness you really can't beat it, the Linux OS is great (lets face it- anything that isn't Windows is great!) and it is so simple and easy to use. I never leave home without it now :).
Ellie, Wigan - 4th September 2008

I have been using one of these little gems for about a year now and think it is the bee's knees. We use them in the Academy and they stand up just great! We use the Linux ones and see no reason to use Windows at all, the pupil ones we have left as standard with the eEEPC simple front end, I the one I have I have 'hacked' so it is running the standard Linux KDE desktop. I use it to set up and test the wireless points in the academy, write reports, go onto the internet, just about everything I would want to do on any PC. At the price, how can you go wrong. Go for the 4GB though.
Kenneth, Royal Aberdeenshire - 28th August 2008

I payed £250 at pc world for mine so was gutted when I saw it at firebox for £220. I travel a lot and mates paid £900 for a Philips equivalent. I don't get on with Vista and just need Messenger and Skype when I'm abroad so I am over the moon with it. Also being so small I can carry more duty free on flights. Travelers just buy one and if you're not happy, blame me. But you wont.
Bas Sayer, Hereford - 9th May 2008

Bang for buck, this shrunken notebook couldn't provide more; small, lightweight and durable, the functionality of a full system free to do whatever you wish to it - and all for only £220 ! The things you will notice are that it makes almost no sound, there's no conventional hard disk to stutter and groan because of the solid-state drive, the only time you hear anything besides music is if it gets very hot, the fan comes on and you stuff your ear right next to it. Very stealthy indeed. Stop reading now, hit "buy" and you'll never look back.
Petezel, Redditch, UK - 5th May 2008

What a bit of kit, a real suprise just how good it is. I have an expandable memory and it runs Vista!! Who needs a PC. I even dunked it in the bath by mistake when it rolled off my chest during a soak and it still works. Cool.
Ben James, Oxford - 22nd April 2008

Firebox says: This is awesome! However we do not advocate bath time fun with this product :)

Truely amazing. The build quality is excellent, and it's a stunning machine! I can fit it in my combat trousers pocket, allowing confusion, "I brought my laptop" "Did you?" *reveal* *fanfare* I look forward to taking advantage of free wireless services in cafés and such places. Definitely worth the £220. From turn-on to using it is about 30 seconds, which is even faster than my phone! I now know why it's called the "Eee", that's the noise everyone makes when they see it! The Desktop is dead. Long live the micro laptops!
Joe Bicker, Huddersfield - 18th March 2008

The best £220 I've ever spent. It looks like a kids laptop but it's anything but. You can load XP, Vista, another Linux OS and Amiga OS on it. Storage space is only 4GB, so hook up an external hard drive/DVD-RW drive to it or buy a 16/32GB SD card/USB drive. It boots up approximately 5 times quicker than my desktop PC and shuts down 3 times as quick. Buy this while you can - it's the cheapest 7" laptop in the UK.
Paul, Cambridge - 16th February 2008

This is a serious bit of kit. Works straight out of the box, easy to use, and light enough to carry around (mine never leaves my side). Combine it with the USB Podcast Kit and you've got a great mobile recording studio!
Gav, Glasgow - 31st January 2008

Firebox says: Love your work, Gav!

One real cool thing is that you can load Windows Xp on it and have a fully functioning Laptop, whilst I'm happy with XP, I have actually seen one running Vista, now thats cool !!!
Mark, London - 17th January 2008

I thought the hints that I was dropping to my partner for my Christmas present were falling on deaf ears so decided to order the white version for myself (I know...having to arrange your own present just awful!) After delivery from Firebox, my partner then produced the black version (ordered elsewhere so I wouldn't find out...sneaky) which was meant to be a surprise! Oh what to do.... Keep 'em both of course! So now we are both attached to our little ASUS'(!). I take mine everywhere 'cos it truly is portable. For what the average PC user needs this little baby has it all. Everything is where you expect it to be and it is so easy to use - straight from the box. Stop thinking about it and treat yourself.
Michelle, London - 16th January 2008

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