The Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 is an affordable nettop PC that can be connected to a TV or monitor, or even mounted behind an existing display with the VESA bracket to create a virtual all-in-one. Featuring the NVIDIA ION 512MB graphics processor which delivers smooth Full HD video via the onboard HDMI output, the IdeaCentre Q150 is a great way to enjoy internet video in your living room. The IdeaCentre Q150 also features a multimedia remote with an integrated trackball mouse and mini keyboard for convenient multitasking of e-mails, web browsing and video playback all on a single device. This space-saving nettop PC, at less than an inch wide, is the perfect way to upgrade your living room entertainment
Product Information
| Processor | 1.8 GHz Intel Atom |
| RAM | 2 GB DDR3 |
| Hard Drive | 250 GB |
| Graphics Coprocessor | NVIDIA ION |
| Chipset Brand | NVIDIA |
| Wireless Type | 802.11B, 802.11G, 802.11n |
| Brand Name | Lenovo |
| Series | IdeaCentre |
| Item model number | 40812HU |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Operating System | Windows 7 Home Premium |
| Item Weight | 1.8 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 0.85 x 6.05 x 6.80 inches |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 2 |
| Computer Memory Type | SDRAM |
| Hard Drive Interface | Serial ATA |
Additional Information
| ASIN | B004RJK2YY |
| Best Sellers Rank | #10,585 in Computers & Accessories (See top 100) |
| Shipping Weight | 4.8 pounds |
| Shipping | Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. |
| Date First Available | April 11, 2011 |
Warranty & Support
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By Bingoprof
Amazon Verified Purchase
This product is an interesting concept, but I think it is simply underpowered to do the job. I am returning it for a refund.
The main problem (others reported this, but I thought it might be due to operator's error): turns out that the 40812HU cannot stream 1080p material from the internet. It is hard for me to identify where the bottleneck occurs: is it the ATOM dual core CPU, the NVIDIA ION GPU, or the mere 2 GB of RAM? Whatever it is, Netflix streaming would simply not output smoothly for more than 30 seconds.
Coming with virtually no documentation, it took a bit of trial and error to get sound to output through HDMI. Nothing a techie can't handle, but I always wonder in situations like this what a novice might do. Speaking of documentation, there is virtually nothing on the Lenovo support site concerning this product, and what exists is not easy to find.
And honestly, the cool-looking keyboard is atrocious, particularly since it is not backlit. Try using the keyboard in a home theater.
So bottom line - save yourself the trouble. Cool concept; failed implementation.
And thank goodness Amazon is so good about returns!
The main problem (others reported this, but I thought it might be due to operator's error): turns out that the 40812HU cannot stream 1080p material from the internet. It is hard for me to identify where the bottleneck occurs: is it the ATOM dual core CPU, the NVIDIA ION GPU, or the mere 2 GB of RAM? Whatever it is, Netflix streaming would simply not output smoothly for more than 30 seconds.
Coming with virtually no documentation, it took a bit of trial and error to get sound to output through HDMI. Nothing a techie can't handle, but I always wonder in situations like this what a novice might do. Speaking of documentation, there is virtually nothing on the Lenovo support site concerning this product, and what exists is not easy to find.
And honestly, the cool-looking keyboard is atrocious, particularly since it is not backlit. Try using the keyboard in a home theater.
So bottom line - save yourself the trouble. Cool concept; failed implementation.
And thank goodness Amazon is so good about returns!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
The set up is easy. Don't make the same mistake as I did with the mouse. The USB dongle is in the back between the batteries. It says it but it kind of goes unnoticed if you go by the illustrations. So it does actually pay to read the instructions. The customer service rep was very patient and very kind. I got this for the TV to pay web content. It is tiny and completely noise free. I have to admit, though, after a few days I got a wireless full size keyboard and mouse. That would be the only drawback I can see to purchasing this. The remote mouse/keyboard is tiny and hard to see in anything but very bright light.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Tariq Ahmad
I was looking for a HTPC to serve as my digital hub in my living room. I was looking for a device to stream Hulu, Amazon on Demand, Netfix, as well as my own media collection. Getting the little thing to do this was possible but frustrating and I had to retire this unit due to the fact that perfermance was underwhelming to say the least. It worked fine at first albeit I could not watch movies from Netflix or content from Hulu at 1080 without the picture becoming choppy. I decreased the resolution to 720 which defeated the purpose of getting the unit. Even under reduced settings the unit freezes frequently and to utilize all the ports you have to use run wires from the front and back. This wasn't really a problem because I kept the unit hidden behind a speaker but now I have a unit that doesn't perform as well as my gaming console for streaming and one that I would be embarrassed to show off. Finding something capable of talking to this unit is a nightmare and I've tried multiple wireless keyboards and responsiveness was lacking. It would be working great and then all of the sudden the cursor would freeze. That started happening too frequently. You get what you pay for and I chose to get a cheap unit and I've paid for it in hours of frustration. I fooled around using a macbook air as my htpc and while that is not what those are designed for it kicked this unit's butt. Got to the point where I had to swallow my pride, admit that this product sucks, and order a mac mini.
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Published 17 months ago by Frank Mina
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect for XBMC
I'll keep this short, This box is perfect for XBMC.
Unboxed it, and used it on XBMC straight away while streaming 1080p content, no jitter, no failures. Read more
Unboxed it, and used it on XBMC straight away while streaming 1080p content, no jitter, no failures. Read more
Published 18 months ago by T. Alyaseen
4.0 out of 5 stars
Compact excellent performer
Lenovo is very compact, fits behind a monitor. Performed flawlessly right out of the box. Set up was easy. Wish it had more USB ports.
Published 20 months ago by S. Bierner
3.0 out of 5 stars
NOT GOOD ENOUGH
Nice little box with a lot in it but unfortunately not good enough. Not suitable for 1080 HD viewing, especially (but not only) Netflix. Read more
Published 20 months ago by DAZdesign
5.0 out of 5 stars
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If you're using this for gaming, It will work on simple games, and lower HD graphic games. For a cheap price, it is portable, and has fulfilled everything I have asked for. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Howard.Luis
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great nettop
This is a fantastic nettop. It's really tiny and barely makes any noise. Only the cpu fans make a tiny noise. Read more
Published 21 months ago by foss
