HP Mini Note 2133 KX872AA Reviews: Linux 8.9" Screen Laptop computer

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+ This laptop has no outstanding positive points. - It scores very poorly on performance. “Vrery lightweigh and responsive. good performance” Pete, Derbyshire View all 37 real customer reviews

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Battery life	5.3
Design	8.2
Performance	6.2
Size and weight	8.2
Value for money (at time of purchase)	7.5
Overall rating	7.0

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Score 9.0/10

Pete, Derbyshire , “Pete - Derbyshire”

+ Vrery lightweigh and responsive. Good performance

- Linux operating system a bit of a nightmare to understand and get connected to a wireless router system - would recommend wipine the linux off sand replacing with Windows XP, as now this has been done, the net book is much easier to navigate and completes the package !!

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8 of 8 people found this review helpful

purchased 21 Feb 2009

Score 4.0/10

Ally, Dundee

+ Looks brilliant.

- No Windows, which for me meant the product was completely useless and had to be returned, which is a shame.

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3 of 3 people found this review helpful

purchased 23 Feb 2009

Score 3.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ its light and easy to carry around.

- it constantly freezes when trying to put images on from a camera. does not connect to wi-fi very easily at all. The instruction manual is the worst i have ever come across it gives you no information or help at all.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 18 Feb 2009

Score 9.0/10

Maggie, Midlands

+ Looks great and the keypad is a joy to use. The screen resolution is brilliant so everything will look ace.

- Linux takes a bit of getting used to if you have been used to all things microsoft. If all you want is to surf the web and doa bit of word processing, why pay more than this. Great price for a fab notebook.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 22 Feb 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Reviewer left no comment

- Gets a little hot

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 19 Feb 2009

Score 8.0/10

Simon, Reading , “Mobile Project Manager”

+ This is a very portable machine allowing you to work from anywhere, it is fast and just like any other ordinary laptop but nowhere near as cumbersome. It looks great and slick. The machine starts up and closes down very quickly. Open Office is compatible with most other software and seems to be very functional. On the hoof & once connected e mails and internet access is so simple.

- Apart from the poor battery life, it can be sometimes be fiddly getting connected to the internet. Instructions for both the machine and the software are not easily available without getting connected to the internet. An HP compact disc was supplied with the netbook for instructions but of course there is disc drive. So it's learn by trial and error which can be very time consuming.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 23 Feb 2009

Score 3.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Good design, very portable

- Overheats like a problem,

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 24 Feb 2009

Score 8.0/10

Mete, London , “legal researcher”

+ Excellent overall quality with a useable keyboard. Remarkable sound output. If Windows XP is installed, it should satisfy an average user. I personally use it to complement my Apple mac mini for research away from home and it does the job adequately.

- Fast with linux but remains limited in use. It is at its best with Windows XP. Keep away from Vista because the via processor cannot handle it as good The 8.9" screen is small and it would have been served much better by a 10.2" one. Battery life is only 2 hours, making it less portable in reality.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 28 Feb 2009

Score 8.0/10

Justin , Loughborough , “Very basic laptop user”

+ Very compaq little machine and light weight and looks the part.

- I struggled to use linux to start with, but after a while I started to find all the settings which I need.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 28 Jan 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Well made, easy to use, small and portable.

- Battery life poor

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 20 Feb 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anna, Canterbury , “full-time university student”

+ Crisp screen, smart looking, easy to carry, super wireless.

- due to its hard metal case it gets hot easier.

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 22 Feb 2009

Score 10.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “30 Something Nerdy Gal”

+ Beautiful designed case and keyboard. Clear screen with high resolution. Excellent features such as webcam, sd card reader pci card slot, touch pad lock button etc.

- My Mini Note originally came with Linux Suse 10 however after struggling with live updates to get the right bits installed and the fluctuating presence of wireless networking, I gave up and installed Windows XP. This still is a great option though as buying with Linux then installing XP proves a much cheaper option that buying originally with a Windows OS. Has run like a dream since installing XP, now the only struggle is trying to locate an adequately sized neoprene case!

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 19 Feb 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ small and compact very easy to use.

- i miss having the dvd drive.

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purchased 22 Feb 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Sleek design, great for web access, well put together, apart from the CPU good specification for the price!

- The slow CPU lets the product down slightly

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purchased 26 Feb 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “addicted to email”

+ Screen display quality (1280 x 768) is very good, general build quality also appears excellent.Open office and firefox built in, along with loads of other useful applications.

- SLED10 O/S needs a friendly linux bod to keep in check - updates will break various settings and support from HP is useless. Battery life only 1 or 2 hours. Would be more user friendly with ubuntu. Not all applications are up to date versions.

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purchased 26 Feb 2009

Score 4.0/10

Mrs Hall, County Durham

+ Comfortable keyboard

- Confusing to set up. Sent DVD/CD with laptop but it does not have a Disk Drive (pointless). Confusing software (Linux not microsoft)

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purchased 28 Feb 2009

Score 10.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Brilliant little machine. Fine build and has sufficient specs for all but the most onerous tasks. You'll never want to lunk around a clunky laptop again.

- For best results, install XP before using.

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purchased 22 Feb 2009

Score 8.0/10

P, Shipley , “Often on the move”

+ Light (relatively)
Great Screen WXVGA
Stylish Design
Keyboard size is the best NoteBook I've used for typing on.

- Speakers poor (but expected, due to their depth).
Delayed response to mouse/pad click.
Should do a 'bundle' deal which includes a 6 Cell Battery. (and maybe a carry bag also? for accesories, Power lead/charger etc)
Should also do a 'bundle' deal with 2 power cables/chargers, (i.e. work + home)

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purchased 09 Jun 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Build quality, keyboard, pcmcia slot, screen resolution. The price!

- CPU performance, battery life, screen size. (1300x768 on a 9" screen is hard to see)

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purchased 09 Jun 2009

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Product Features

Screen Size in Inches	8.9
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Operating System	Linux
Software on which the device runs
RAM in GB	1

Number of Cores	Single
Computer processors are made up of 1 or more cores. Having multiple cores allows the computer to process more information at once making it faster.
Hard Disk Capacity in GB	120
Hard Disk capacity is measured in GBs which stands for Gigabytes. A gigabyte is 1000 MB or megabytes. The more GB you have the more info like photos and music you can store.
Screen Resolution (pixels)	1024x600 (WSVGA)
The number of pixels the screen has. The more you have, the more detail the screen can display, given a high quality source. A breakdown of resolutions can be found on Wikipedia here
Processor Brand	Cyrix
There are 2 main manufacturers of computer processors. They are Intel and AMD.
Processor	C7-M
This is the processor model range. Different types of processor have different types of functionality. For example Centrino processors are specifically designed to increase battery life in laptops.
Processor Number	772
This is the specific processor number in the processor range.
Processor Speed in MHz	1200
The processor is the driving force of your personal computer. The higher the number in Megahertz or Mhz the faster your computer will run. Don’t forget that other factors such as the number of cores will have an effect on speed.
USB Port	2
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
Integrated Webcam	Yes
A webcam is a small, in-built camera that allows you to record video to upload to popular sites like Youtube or have video chats with friends on Instant Messaging services.
WiFi	Yes
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth is a technology for the wireless transfer of data such as contacts, photos and music between mobile phones, computers and a host of other Bluetooth enabled devices. Read more about Bluetooth on Wikipedia
Fingerprint Access	No
Fingerprint access offers you an extra layer of security on your computer and is essential for any budding secret agent.
Remote Control	No
DVD Writer	No
DVD Writers can be used to copy data, music, documents or films from your laptop, netbook or desktop computer, onto a blank DVD. DVD writers can also copy info onto blank CDs but CDs have a lower storage capacity. Normal DVD discs can store up to 4.7GB of info. DVD stands for Digital Versatile Disc.
DVD Drive	No
CD Rom	No
Blu-ray Drive	No
HDMI Interface	No
Like a scart interface but capable of carrying HD signals from or to other devices. You’ll need these to link your Playstation 3 or your Blu-ray player to your HD-ready TV.
VGA Port	Yes
VGA stands for Video Graphics Array. The VGA socket is used for connecting a monitor or TV to your computer. If you want to use an external monitor, TV or projector on your laptop make sure it has a VGA or DVI socket. VGA is also sometimes referred to as D-sub.
DVI Port	No
DVI stands for Digital Visual Interface. Like VGA, DVI is used to connect laptops, desktops and other devices to HD TVs or monitors. You can buy a small adaptor to convert your digital DVI socket to an analogue VGA socket for use with older monitors if needed.
Card Reader	Yes
A memory card reader allows you to connect various types of card such as SD Cards, MMC Cards or Compact Flash Cards to your laptop or desktop computer. Memory Card Readers are extremely useful for photographers as it allows you to quickly transfer your snaps from camera to machine meaning you can have them uploaded to your favourite website or printed out in a matter of minutes.
Battery Life in Hours	2
Battery life is important if you travel a lot. Long train journeys can be a pain if you don’t get more than 3 hours of life out of your laptop. It’s worth remembering that a lot of trains offer power sockets now so don’t be put off by a low battery life unless your lifestyle demands ultra portability.
Dimensions (mm)	255x27x165
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Weight (kg)	1.19

Brand of Graphic Chip	VIA
Graphics cards in desktop computers and graphics chips in laptops are manufactured by 3 main companies: Intel, ATI and nVidia. If you want to play modern games aim for an ATI or nVidia card or chip. Intel cards and chips work perfectly for general laptop use, video playback and older computer games.
Graphic Card or Chip	CHROME9
This is the range and model number of the graphics card or chip in your desktop or laptop computer
Colour	Silver
The main colour of the product.
Firewire	No

Laptop Buyers' Guide

Manufacturer's Description

Small But Mighty
It might be small in size but its big on usability, durability, and attractiveness. Packed with an impressive combination of features, the HP 2133 offers you a full-function PC with the utmost mobility. Plus, its simple, refined design and all-aluminium case make it sleek and sturdy yet super lightweight.

Weighing in at just 1.27 kg, with a large 8.9-inch WXGA display, the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC features a durable design with a robust suite of wireless, multimedia and security capabilities to allow users to stay productive

Minimize Weight. Maximize Mobility
With a starting weight of just 1.27 kg and only 1.05 inches (27 to 33 mm) thin, the HP 2133 is designed to go where you go without weighing you down. Dont be fooled by its size; this small wonder keeps you ultra-productive.

Technology That Keeps Things Moving
The HP 2133 comes equipped with the tools to help you conduct business efficiently on the go with features such as high-resolution, 8.9-inch diagonal WXGA display; 92% full-size, user-friendly QWERTY keyboard; and touchpad.

Cut the Cords and Stay Connected*
The HP 2133 Mini-Note PC helps you stay connected where you need to work by offering integrated Wi-Fi Certified WLAN1 and optional Bluetooth wireless technologies. With Wi-Fi Certified WLAN1 you can access the Internet as well as communicate via email, IM, and bloggingat work, at home and at your favourite hotspots.
*Wireless access point required and is not included. Availability of public wireless access points limited. Wireless Internet use requires separately purchased Internet service contract.

Reliability Built to Last
Scratch-resistant display improves the durability of your display by using an innovative treatment on the top surface of the notebook’s LCD display. A durable and lightweight all-aluminium case encompasses the top and bottom of the notebook to help protect your notebook from the rigors of daily mobile use. A durable, lightweight internal magnesium alloy support structure helps protect sensitive components from damage.