HP mini 2140 can now be ordered – No SSD option, No Linux option [Netbook]
The HP Mini 2140 is now available for order on HP’s website. There are 7 different variations to choose from with the minimum starting at $499 and going up to $779 for the top-end model. Interestingly, HP is no more offering an SSD version for the HP mini 2140. There is no linux option too.
All the models are being offered with either Windows XP or Windows Vista Home Basic/Business. Vista models are coming with 2GB RAM as standard, while XP models have 1GB RAM as standard. All the models are powered by 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 processor.
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There is both a Linux and SSD option.
I have bought one. I am living in HK. The price is HK$4880 (US1= HK$7.8, so, it’s U$625. No need to pay VAT in HK. It comes with:
a/. 2GB ram
b/. 80 GB SSD
c/. XP home in the SSD and with CDs for recovery
d/. A 6-cell battery that makes the LT a bit tilted at the back and very good for typing (not like the one above, that is not tilted)
e/. A carrying case (grey and with design pattern of HP, quite nice looking)
f/. Free cover protector
g/. Power supply and relevant manuals
I especially like the design of its mouse pad disabling switch. With a bluetooth mouse linked to the built-in BT function, I can free one USB port as well. I do not need to worry touching the mouse pad accidentally when typing. This is a great design.
The resolution is good- 1366 x 768. Just open a normal Excel sheet and you will see the difference. Those with 1024 x 600 or lower can only display columns from A to M or so. With 1366 x 768, you can see the columns up to R. So, don’t ever buy any LT with less resolution espcially thos Eee PC or similar ones. Also those heavier than 1.8 kg should be thrown into the dust bin.
I also have bought an Acer 3810-T. 13.3 inchese of 1366 x 768 with 1.6kg. That is good. The only draw back is that its bluetooth needs to be powered on manually.
You can go to the Fortress retail shops in HK for buying the HP 2140 SSD model. I understand Fortress is selling this machine in HK exclusively. Of course, I mean in HK only. There may be sellers in other countries. Its website is http://www.fortress.com.hk
Any more queries, please don’t hesitate to send me email at [email protected]
Best wishes in your purchase.
Dennis Wong from HK (14/6/2009)