Acer Aspire TimelineX AS1830T-6651 11.6-Inch Laptop (Black)

by Acer

• Intel Core i5 Processor 1.33GHz
• 4GB DDR3 RAM
• 500GB 5400RPM Hard Drive
• 11.6-Inch Screen, Intel GMA HD
• Windows 7 Home Premium, 8 hours Battery Life

Product Description

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The latest generation of Acer's popular "all day computing" lineup, the 11.6-inch Aspire TimelineX 1830 (model AS1830T-6651) is an ultra-portable powerhouse that weighs just over 3 pounds yet packs in a full-size keyboard and ultra-low voltage Intel Core i5 dual-core processing.

Designed in a chic black case, the Acer AS1830T TimelineX features an 11.6-inch display and weighs just over 3 pounds.

The TimelineX 1830 provides up to 8 hours of battery life thanks to a combination of Intel's Core i5 processing technology and the LED-backlit display, which enables a 22.2 percent power savings compared with other notebook displays. You'll be able to remain productive as you work remotely from 9 to 5 without ever stopping to plug in and recharge, or keep yourself entertained throughout an entire coast-to-coast flight without worrying whether you'll make it to the end of your movie.

Housed in premium, black brushed aluminum, the sleek TimelineX 1830 notebook measures just over 1 inch thin--making it extremely easy to carry, maneuver, and store while you're out and about but without sacrificing usability. And with a full-size keyboard for more accurate and comfortable typing and a multi-gesture touchpad for mouse-less, fingertip convenience, this ultraportable notebook functions like a much larger one.

Burn through the hottest new digital media, content creation and advanced 3D gaming with the breakthrough performance of the ultra-low voltage Intel Core i5 UM processor--with 4-way multitasking processor power to work on four tasks simultaneously. The advanced micro-architecture powers smart performance while you get significantly faster performance by harnessing both speed and efficiency by using less energy.

Averaging more than 8 hours of battery life, the Acer TimelineX sets a new standard for value, mobility and productivity.

 

A Multi-Gesture Touchpad enables you to pinch, flick and swirl your fingers across the touchpad for more natural photo and video viewing as well as intuitive navigation of websites. An integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam delivers smooth video streaming and high quality images for online chats and business video conferences, even in low-light situations.

The convenient Backup Manager software lets you easily select and protect your irreplaceable digital files through regular scheduled backups or on an as-needed basis. Data can be backed up to an external hard drive, flash drive, thumb drive, or to a secure hidden partition on their PC.

This Acer laptop comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version). You'll also experience new ways to deliver your best work with Office Starter 2010.  Complete your PC. Buy full-featured Microsoft Office 2010.

Note that this laptop does not include an optical drive, but you can use optional external DVD/CD drives that connect via USB.

Key Features

• 11.6-inch LED-backlit widescreen display with 1366 x 768-pixel resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio and 200-nit high brightness.
• 1.33 GHz Intel Core i5-470UM dual-core processor for smart performance with a speed boost (1.86 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 3 MB L3 cache). Intel's Turbo Boost technology maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload--providing more performance when you need it the most.
• 500 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
• 4 GB of installed DDR3 RAM
• Intel HD Graphics with 128 MB of dedicated system memory
• 1.3-megapixel webcam integrated into the display bezel for easy video chats and conferencing (1280 x 1024 resolution).
• Multi-Gesture Touchpad allows you to pinch, flick and swirl your fingers across the touchpad for more natural photo and video viewing as well as intuitive navigation of websites such as Google Earth. It also enables you to scroll, zoom in and out and flip through Web pages, photos, spreadsheets and more. (Learn more)
• Stereo speakers with 2nd generation Dolby Sound Room audio enhancement transforms the experience of movies, music, and games.
• Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) for ultra-fast connectivity to home and business networks.
• Next-generation Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity provides faster throughput while minimizing on power requirements. It's compatible with new Bluetooth 3.0-enabled devices as well as backward compatible with older Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as printers and cell phones.

   

  

   

• Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium. (Learn more)
• Preloaded with the Microsoft Office Starter 2010 2010 free software offering with selected functionality of Word and Excel for your text and spreadsheet tasks. Plus, if you decide you want the full suite, just purchase a product key to activate an ad-free version that also includes the latest Outlook, PowerPoint, and Publisher programs. Complete your PC. Buy full-featured Microsoft Office 2010.
• Acer Backup Manager Software enables you to set up backup your valuable data or media portfolio with ease, and protect your assets intelligently and quickly.
• Up to 8 hours of battery life from 6-cell battery (5800 mAh)
• Weight: 3.1 pounds
• Warranty: One-year parts and labor limited warranty with concurrent International Traveler's Warranty.

Ports and Connectivity

• 3 USB 2.0 ports
• HDMI high-definition audio/video output allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video to your digital TV or LCD
• Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
• Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD)

What's in the Box

This package contains the Acer Aspire Timeline AS1830T-6651 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions

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The Acer Multi-Gesture Touchpad

A Multi-Gesture Touchpad allows you to pinch, flick and swirl your fingers across the touchpad for more natural photo and video viewing as well as intuitive navigation of websites. The Multi-Gesture Touchpad enables you to scroll, zoom in and out and flip through Web pages, photos, spreadsheets and more.

The TouchPad can also be disabled with a one-touch button, eliminating accidental cursor movement with palms and wrists when using an external mouse.

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium

 

Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to.

And with Windows Anytime Upgrade, you'll be able to add new features to your PC in as little as 10 minutes. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process, it requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings

Product Description

Acer Aspire TimelineX AS1830T-6651 Notebook comes with these specs: Intel Core i5-470UM processor 1.33GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 1.86GHz, Windows 7 Home Premium, 11.6" HD Widescreen CineCrystal LED-backlit Display, Mobile Intel HM55 Express Chipset, 4096MB DDR3 1066MHz Memory, Intel HD Graphics, 500GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive, Built-In HD 1.3MP Webcam, Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader, 2nd Generation Dolby Sound Room Audio Enhancement, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED , Bluetooth 3.0+HS, 3 - USB 2.0 Ports, 1 - HDMI Port, 6-cell Li-ion Battery (5800 mAh), Up to 8 hours of battery life, 3.09 lbs. | 1.4 kg (system unit only), AC Power Adapter, AC Power Cord, Wireless Setup Card, Registration/ Limited Warranty Card, Microsoft Office Starter 2010, McAfee Internet Security Suite (60-day insert). Complete your PC. Buy full-featured Microsoft Office 2010.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

92 of 95 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Ultra Portable Laptop! February 21, 2011

By Taddea

I never dreamed that I would ever purchase an Acer computer. I always thought of them as being low end budget computers. Boy was I wrong! The Acer Aspire Timelinex AS1830T-6651 is the perfect little powerhouse. I wasn't satisfied with the idea of purchasing a Netbook of any flavor. I wanted a full computer. I wanted decent battery life, large hard drive, lots of RAM and a decent speed processor. I did my research (I've been a computer tech for 28 years)--lots of research. This was not an impulse buy. I looked at every ultra portable on the market. Every other laptop with similar specs was twice the price. None had the battery life. It doesn't have a gamer's graphics card, but I'm not a heavy gamer and knew that going into it, but playing back a movie was perfect. I read one review that said the speakers weren't very loud and didn't work very well on an airplane. Excuse me? Who would listen to music or watch a movie on a plane with the speaker? That is what headphones are for. I found the volume was on the low side, but adequate for my uses. If I know I will need more, I'll pick up some little speakers.

I have had the laptop for over a month now and my opinion has not lessened at all. The battery life is almost unbelievable. I typically get about 6 to 7 hours and I don't use a lot of the battery saving features either. If I did I would get even more. Even though the case is plastic, I find that it has a good solid feel. It doesn't feel cheap at all, unless you are comparing it to the more expensive Sony or a MacBook Air. I am certainly satisfied.

Pros: Size, price, keyboard size, expandability, RAM and hard drive size, upgradeable RAM and hard drive, light weight, great battery life, features.

Cons: Slow hard drive (5400rpm - adequate, but faster would have been nice)

I highly recommend this laptop for anyone wanting the portability of a netbook but with the power of an upper mid-range laptop.

29 of 30 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A great laptop February 8, 2011

By Axis7

Amazon Verified Purchase

This is a very solid little laptop with a lot packed in. The 4GB RAM really helps with photo and video editing, and the 500 GB disk can hold a lot of images. I especially appreciate the very large keys and decent spacing between the keys - it's one of the most comfortable keyboards I've ever used on a laptop.

It has a good feel to it - light but still very study. The only objection I have is that the product description here says "Housed in premium, black brushed aluminum", which I really wanted. However, it's really just plastic with a black-brushed aluminum-like finish. Disappointing, but not a deal breaker.

Overall it performs exactly as the specs say - the battery life is outstanding. I'll be carrying around this baby for quite a while.

37 of 42 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Not as great as the reviewers say... April 4, 2011

By lance

Amazon Verified Purchase

I've been using this machine for about two weeks. It's good, but it ain't great. I was expecting more performance from the i5 processor. I assume that the low clock speed could be part of that problem. It's not slow by any means, but it's certainly not the rocket that some say it is. An i3 with a high clock speed would probably run faster. That's one thing they saved on.

The next negative would have to be the video card. It's average, and when you open a video to full screen there is a loss of resolution. I asked a technician about upgrading to 8 gig of RAM and was told that 4 gig is max, in spite of what some reviewers have indicated. This machine has a built-in memory card slot, but it's the larger card format which doesn't work with my Sony duo pro card. Not a big deal. USB adapters are cheap.

The touch pad is too touchy and sometimes opens a link just by passing the cursor over it without tapping the pad. Other times you can tap the pad but there's no response. Use a mouse to resolve this problem.

Max battery life has been about 4.5 hours. The bluetooth feature is very nice. All in all, I'd have to say that this machine, as configured, would be more fairly priced at around $550. With a higher level i5 and better video card it's probably worth the price. 3 stars.

Delivery was on time.