ASUS Eee PC 1001PXD-EU17-BK 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black)

by Asus

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 18 x 14 x 4 inches ; 3.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B004LUU77G
• Item model number: 1001PXD-EU17-BK
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (76 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #599 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories)
  • #25 in Computers & Accessories > Netbooks
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 22, 2008

Product Description

Color: Black

Amazon.com Product Description

Mobile Computing in Style

The Eee PC 1001PXD-EU matches its beauty with power and energy efficiency, featuring the new power-saving Intel^® Atom^™ N455 CPU, which works in tandem with ASUS' exclusive Super Hybrid Engine energy management technology to deliver 4 hours of battery life on a single charge.¹ Along with long-lasting mobility, it has a compact, scratch-resistant design that fits nicely in carrying cases and backpacks – ideal for both long trips and day-to-day errands.

Plus, it boasts outstanding comfort with a chiclet keyboard, multi-touch trackpad, and convenient hot keys – granting you quick access to Express Gate, the mini-operating system, and control of the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine that instantly optimizes system performance. Throw in a generous 250GB hard drive with unlimited ASUS WebStorage² and you get the ability to store, share, and access your important data anytime, anywhere.

Key Features

• Intel^® Atom^™ N455 processor that's specially designed for a netbook to deliver responsive multitasking performance on the go (Learn more)
• Textured cover for stylish and smudge-resistant protection
• ASUS Super Hybrid Engine boosts performance and saves battery life (Learn more)
• Chiclet keyboard and large, multi-touch trackpad for comfortable, intuitive navigation (Learn more)
• Hybrid Storage: 250GB hard drive and Unlimited ASUS WebStorage² that easily backs up and shares your data anywhere you have Internet access (Learn more)
• Express Gate starts up in seconds for quick access to the Internet, music, games, and more

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	No Deficiency in Efficiency
View larger	The Eee PC™ 1001PXD-EU not only looks good with its elegant seashell design, but also matches its power inside with energy efficiency. It features the new power-saving Intel® Atom™ N455 CPU, which works in tandem with ASUS' exclusive Super Hybrid Engine energy management technology to deliver 4 hours of battery life on a single charge.1

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Comfort On-the-Go

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The Eee PC 1001PXD-EU has more surface area for a wider, more comfortable palm rest. The ergonomic chiclet keyboard is full-size, with concave keys that direct your finger to the center of the surface. Weighing only 2.8lbs (with battery), the thin and light Eee PC 1001PXD-EU is so compact that you can use it on a plane or any tight space with room to spare. The multi-touch trackpad lets you easily zoom in and out to view photos or read documents simply by sliding two fingertips together or apart.

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Connectivity Included

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Not only does the Eee PC 1001PXD-EU have a 250GB hard drive, it also comes with unlimited complementary ASUS WebStorage.2 ASUS WebStorage makes it easy for users to share media with friends and family via a simple drag and drop online interface so you can back up data and access it anywhere online. Connect, communicate, and explore online with features that transform your wireless world. High-speed wireless N connectivity is six times faster than 802.11b/g, for snappy Web surfing between your favorite sites and quicker video streaming. The integrated webcam and microphone lets you Skype face-to-face with friends, family, and colleagues in crisp, clear quality.

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Relax, ASUS Has You Covered

Ranked as the #1 most reliable PC brand by 3 independent sources³, readers and editors alike choose ASUS as their trusted notebook and netbook. ASUS relentlessly strives to exceed expectations of quality to ensure you an unmatched peace of mind every time you start your PC.

This notebook also comes with the industry's most comprehensive warranty.

1 Year ASUS Global Warranty³

Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing netbooks:

• 1 year global warranty
• 6 month battery warranty
• 24/7 tech support
• 1-way free standard shipping

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What's in the Box

• Eee PC 1001PXD-EU
• AC Adapter
• User Manual
• Warranty Information Card

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 7 Starter (32 bit)
• Display: 10.1-inch LED WXGA display (1024 x 600)
• Processor: Intel Atom N455 processor
• Graphics: Intel UMA
• WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz)
• LAN: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
• Memory: 1GB DDR3, 1 x SODIMM (expandable to 2GB)
• Storage: 250G 5400RPM hard drive
• Camera: 0.3 megapixel
• Speaker: Built-in Stereo speakers
• Microphone: Digital Array Microphones
• Card Reader: 2-in-1 card reader; MMC/SD (SDHC)
• Input / Output:1 x Audio jack-out, 1 x Audio jack-in, 2 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 (D-sub 15 pin)
• Battery Pack: 23w/h, 3 cell
• Dimensions: 10.31 x 7.01 x 1.02 ~ 1.44 –inches
• Weight: 2.8 lbs (with 3 cell battery)
• Color: Black, Blue & White

© 2011 ASUS Computer International. All Rights Reserved. ASUS is a registered trademark of ASUSTeK Computer. All specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers on selected models. Products may not be available in all markets. Product may not be exactly as shown in photos.

¹ Performance may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system. Test results based on comparison with standard 5400 RPM HDD using Windows 7 OS and PCMark Vantage benchmark analysis.
² Complimentary 60 days unlimited ASUS WebStorage trial. Please visit www.asuswebstorage.com for more details
³ Rated number 1 Windows-based PC maker in PCMag.com's Service & Reliability Report 2009. Rated number 1 PC brand according to SquareTrade, the leading direct-to-consumer warranty company (for more information visit http://www.squaretrade.com/pages/laptop-reliability-1109/ ). Rated number 1 reliable PC maker in Spring 2009's RESCUECOM report http://www.rescuecom.com/RESCUECOM269.html. Rated number 1 Windows-based PC brand in PCWorld.com survey http://www.pcworld.com/article/211074/the_tech_brands_you_can_trust.html.

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Product Description

10.1"/ 1024x600 (WSVGA)/ Intel ATOM N455 CPU/ 1GB DDR3/ Intel UMA/ 250GB HDD/ No Optical Drive/ Windows 7 Starter/ 802.11 bgn/ 0.3M Pixel/ MMC/SD(SDHC) Card Reader/ 2 USB ports/ 23W/h (Up to 4* Hrs)/ 1 Year Global Warranty, (6 months for battery)/ Black (texture) finish

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

174 of 177 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Laptop, good enough keyboard, May 14, 2011

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Supamonkey (fairbanks, AK) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: ASUS Eee PC 1001PXD-EU17-BU 10.1-Inch Netbook (Blue) (Personal Computers)

I've been using this Asus Netbook for about a month now, so I thought I'd give my initial impression of this device to help future buyers make a informed decision.
First of buying a netbook was not my first choice, as I already have a 17" Toshiba laptop. However recently a friend/fellow grad student of mine purchased an Ipad and was showing it off. Out of jealousy I decided to get a tablet as well, but after reading about them online, got diverted to purchasing a netbook instead. I wanted a mobile computing device(since I walk or bike to school, mall, downtown etc, and a 17" laptop is just too heavy) on which to check mail do minor document editing, maybe play a game or too. For these reasons a netbook seemed a nicer, more productive alternative than a tablet. Now that you know the reason I bought this let me get to the pros and cons of the Asus netbook.

Pros
1. Its light and small. I had a HP mini back in 2008(which I gave to my sister) and it was at least 35 percent more weighty. The Asus could even fit in my jacket pocket. I feel that it is much easier and less delicate to carry than a tablet.
2. Asus Brand name. Asus is the most reliable company when it comes to making laptops. It even tops Apple in reliability(really! google it), even though all laptops seem to be made by Foxxcon(?).
3. I installed Ubuntu Linux Distro on it and everything worked without any additional work.
4.The battery life. Currently I can squeeze anywhere between 3 to 4 hours out of the battery. However this will go down as the battery ages.
5. Colors. I like the color choices that come with netbook. I went for the blue one.
6. The hardware seems to be robust. I've watched movies online, while editing office documents and having 7-10 tabs open in firefox and the laptop worked great. However I'm looking to upgrade the total RAM to at least 2GB.

There were also things that I did not like about the netbook.

Cons
1. The Keyboard. They call it the Chiclet keyboard and I feel it is quite small, even for a netbook of this size. As I mentioned earlier I had a HP mini before and it has a much better, roomier Keyboard than this one. The keys also make a "springy" sound that I don't like. It reminds me somehow of the old IBM keyboards. It is difficult but eventually one gets used to typing on this netbook.
2. Windows 7. The windows is the one really bad addition to this netbook. Don't get me wrong, I love windows 7, just don't like the version installed here. With just 1 GB of RAM, windows starts to get sluggish very fast as opposed to Ubuntu. If you are going to use this, I suggest you buy additional RAM to run Windows 7 (even starter) on this machine or do as I did, install a Linux Distro.
3. The power plug. I feel that the power plug and outlet in the netbook are just too fragile and would snap with just a little stress. And since I use this device on my lap and when I'm in bed also, I feel I have to be careful to avoid bending the power plug.
4. Audio input/output. The audio input and output are through the same hole. So I am unable to use my mic whenever I need to skype. And the internal mic is too weak, so that I have to hold the netbook screen next to my face to talk. Will have to purchase a mic/earphone in one combo thing.

I hope this will help the reader make a better decision on their purchase. Will update this review after a year.

99 of 107 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Little Puter!, March 22, 2011

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F. Howard (CinCy OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: ASUS Eee PC 1001PXD-EU17-WT 10.1-Inch Netbook (White) (Personal Computers)

Okay, so I have only had this computer for like a week so not a whole lot I can say right now. I got it out of the package (which arrived within three days of ordering) and yes it is small, but cute. VERY light, like the size of a Stephen King novel and very portable too. Anyways, setup was simple, took about 10 minutes for the OS to install and boot for the first time. It found my WiFi immediately and I just had to enter the password to connect. Very easy to install programs, but I only installed Firefox and Advanced System Care at this point. Comes with Word but it is the starter edition, which is basic functionality of word. I freelance write so the basic Word is good for me.

It seems to work like a charm, the webcam is nice and pretty good quality for a .3 MP. Took a couple pictures and they came out looking pretty good. The battery life is pretty good I am ranging about 3 hours to 3 1/2 hours, which is better than the 20 minutes I was getting on my previous but still useable computer. Screen size is just right for me since I am just using this computer for writing and emails and such. I have my bigger laptop for movies and other videos. I am keeping this one relatively clean and not installing much at this point.

Really nice overall, I can't complain too much except the background can't change on Starter OS. I choose to use Starter then maybe I will upgrade later on but really no need right now. I can live with the blue screen as the background. Typing is really easy, especially if you are used to smaller and more compact keyboards. Not a big fan of the touch pad so I hooked up my mouse. Plugged it in and it recognized it right away.

Definitely a must-buy for anyone looking for something small and portable but with good programs. Also the sound is actually better than the Toshiba Satellite that my BF has which is kinda cool. Headphones are always better though for smaller laptops. Totally glad I bought this one and hope it will last me a long time. Been wanting an Asus for a few years now and it seems to be as great as advertised.

Also, since it does not have a DVD/CD drive, I just imported files and programs from a flash drive onto this computer. Worked just as well and was pretty easy. So again, something I don't need at this point but if I need it then I will buy it later.

32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars good hardware, annoying software, August 3, 2011

By 

John Smith "John" (Astoria OR) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: ASUS Eee PC 1001PXD-EU17-BK 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black) (Personal Computers)

The computer runs slow out of the box because of all the bloatware/adware/nagware. As soon as the computer boots, get rid of the bloatware. Go to start > control panel > uninstall programs, to remove bloatware. The Trend antivirus is the most annoying, throwing up a nag screen every 2 minutes. Next most annoying is Bing, a Microsoft browser toolbar. Be sure to uninstall Bing before installing Firefox to avoid Bing parasitizing Firefox. On the control panel uninstall page there is a turn off features option. Use the turn off features option to remove additional Windows baggage.

Program updaters slow the computer. At the default settings the updaters run in the background and check for updates, download, and install continuously. Adobe, Asus, and Microsoft are the primary offenders. To improve performance either turn off the updaters or remove them through control panel. I prefer manual updates at times I choose, but even that isn't a perfect solution. The Microsoft updater had the bad habit of trying to update programs I had already uninstalled. I removed almost every program with "update", "Microsoft", "Asus", and "Adobe" in the title. That ended the periodic freezes.

A memory upgrade is almost mandatory. I upgraded to 2gb ram using the Crucial chip, 2GB 204-PIN Sodimm DDR3. Memory is easily accessed through a hatch on the bottom of the computer. After I put in the 2gb chip I entered bios (push F2 during boot) and verified that I now had 2048 meg (2048meg=2gb) of memory installed. Extra ram pays off with more speed, more multitasking, and less wear on the hard drive. You can also usually recycle a big ram chip into your next computer.

In response to a question, I have explained memory replacement in the comments, and posted images to illustrate the process. Also in comments there is a discussion of various memory types suitable for this computer. The memory I bought is not the cheapest that works.

An additional performance boost can be achieved cheaply and easily by inserting a 4gb SD card into the card reader and dedicating the card to ReadyBoost cache. After inserting a blank SD card, the option of "use to speed up computer" should pop up. If not, use the "file>properties" drop down menu of file explorer to find the "dedicate to ReadyBoostCache" option for the SD card. I used a Transcend 4 GB Class 10 SDHC Flash Memory Card TS4GSDHC10E. Use the fastest SD card you can afford to get the most improvement.

This computer is an excellent Linux platform. I booted Linux Ubuntu 11.10 and Mint 12 from the internal hard drive, an external hard drive on a usb port, and from the card reader. Linux recognized all the hardware, including the camera. Connecting to the net was quick and easy. DVD videos played smoothly in Linux Mint. Everything was faster, and wallpaper could be changed.

Booting from the card reader is easy. You can choose the card reader as a boot device by pushing esc during boot or by entering bios. To enter bios, push F2 during boot. In bios the card reader is listed as a hard drive. Go to bios > boot > hard drives and select memory card reader as the primary hard drive.

The wifi card is good, picking up more transmitters than my other netbook.

DVD playback was crippled in 7 starter. In Windows, I installed the free K-lite codec pack to play dvds. Video performance is good for a netbook (video only tested with 2gb memory).

The touch pad is overly sensitive, making typing difficult. I always turn off the touch pad (Fn-F3) and use an external optical mouse.

Cost cutting is apparent in some features. There is 15 pin vga out, but no hdmi. There is only one jack for both headphones and microphone. There is only one tinny sounding speaker on the underside right front. There are only 2 usb ports, one on each side. I use a single tail drive to play DVDs and input programs Liteon ETAU208-96 Top Load DVD/CD Writer Black.

The small stock 2200 mAh battery only lasts 3 hours. I need my netbooks to last through long plane rides and a shift at work. I replaced the stock battery with the 5800 mAh battery from my old 1005. The bigger battery gives me well over 8 hours of service.

Backup of the recovery partition is poorly documented. Press F9 during boot to get the screen with "recover" and "backup" as options (see posted picture). The backup media must be at least 16gb. I backed up to a 16gb memory card and to a small hard drive on a usb port.

This low priced little computer has great potential. Out of the box performance is hampered by lack of memory and bloatware that hogs resources at default settings. To get the most out of this computer, upgrade memory and aggressively prune installed programs.

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