Samsung NB30 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black)

by Samsung

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 1 x 7.4 inches ; 2.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4.6 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0030L1BV8
• Item model number: NB30-BLACK
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,194 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: December 13, 2009

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Avoid a rough day on both you and your netbook with the Samsung NB30 netbook PC, which features an innovative hard disk drive (HDD) freefall sensor that protects data by automatically parking the HDD if it senses the netbook dropping. The exterior is protected, too, with a scratch-resistant, texturized matte black finish. And the NB30 also incorporates a water-tight seal to prevent potential damage from contact with up to 50cc of spilled water (less than 2 ounces) if removed within 10 seconds.

Adorned in a fashionably protective material with a texturized matte black finish, the Samsung NB30 also features a shock-resistant hard drive and a 10.1-inch LED-backlit display.

This lightweight netbook gives you access to all the computing tools you'll need on the go, and it offers a 10.1-inch LED-backlit display, the latest Intel Atom N450 processor, Windows 7 Starter operating system, and up to 6.5 hours of battery life. Based on an entirely new micro-architecture, the Intel Atom N450 is specifically designed to deliver excellent Internet performance and increase energy efficiency to extend battery life.

Great for writing e-mail and getting work done while on the go, this netbook also sports a webcam for staying in contact via video chats. With the integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi, you'll be able to connect to the Internet at home or at hotspots throughout town. Other features include a 160 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM, a 3-in-1 memory card reader, and three USB 2.0 ports.

Key Features

Scratch-Resistant Finish Adorned in a fashionably protective material with a texturized matte black finish, the Samsung NB30 reduces the risk of scratches and fingerprints as well as adding another layer of durability. Built to withstand the bumps and knocks that come with your busy on-the-go lifestyle, the NB30 comes with a stylish, robust casing designed to keep its contents safe and sound.	Shock Resistant Hard Drive Design The free-fall sensor detects if the drive is in a free fall (if you drop the NB30), and instantly moves the read/write heads away from the hard disk, protecting the disk from scratches and keeping your valuable data safe.
Ultra Mobility The NB30's 6-cell battery delivers up to 6.5 hours of power to keep you running all day long. That means you can keep sending emails and uploading photos without worrying about being shut down. And an energy efficient LED display and optimized processing technology adds to its long-lasting performance.	Safe from Spills Ever spilled water on your netbook, or worry that you might one day? This Samsung netbook offers a worry-free, water-tight seal that protects the surface of your netbook from liquids (up to 50cc of liquid if removed in 10 seconds, based on testing by Samsung).

	Digital LiveCam Incorporate cool video effects into your webcam chats with Live YouCam. Liven up your chats with 'virtual' hats and masks or choose one of 12 3D avatars to mimic your facial movements. Once you're done, easily upload your video to YouTube and Facebook. And workaholics can use the Live YouCam to share PowerPoint files and capture desktop videos for quick do-it-yourself demos and tutorials.
	Gesture User-Interface A convenient gesture user-interface lets you scroll, pinch-zoom in / out, and rotate via touchpad. Fast Connectivity The NB30 incorporates advanced communication technologies, including a Wireless-N (802.11b/g/n) connectivity to provide high-speed access to the Internet and your data anytime, anywhere.
	Easy Resolution Manager See the whole picture on your netbook with Samsung's Easy Resolution Manager. If your program or game supports a higher resolution you can easily upgrade to 1024 x 768 to see more details, crisper images and bolder colors.
	TCO Certified This netbook has been awarded the leading environmental and usability standard--TCO 3.0 certification--and is ECO RoHS compliant. As well as being ergonomically designed for optimum ease of use and performance, Samsung netbooks are also completely mercury free and consume significantly less power thanks to their LED backlit displays. Their ultra-lightweight, robust and compact design also offers other "green" advantages, as less power is used in the manufacture and usage phases of their product life.

Key Specifications

10.1-inch LED-backlit display (1024 x 600) with anti-reflective coating fine-tunes movies and images with the sharpest details and boldest colors, with no mirror effect under bright lights or in sunny weather. 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 processor (512 KB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB) combines performance and energy efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile. 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM) 1 GB of RAM (DDR2) Intel GMA 3150 graphics 1.3-megapixel webcam integrated into the bezel Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) for ultra-fast connectivity to home and business networks. Three USB 2.0 ports with one slot that charges your peripherals even if the netbook is in sleep mode. 3-in-1 memory card reader (SD, SDHC, MMC) Fast Ethernet (10/100) for wired networking. VGA video output for connecting to an external monitor. Headphone jack as well as mic input Kensington lock compatibility Built-in stereo speakers (1.5 W x 2) with HD Audio and SRS 3D Sound Effect capabilities. Windows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do--less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. And Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. A small notebook PC running Windows 7 Home Premium is even easier to use. The new taskbar and advanced navigation features make launching programs, opening files, managing windows, and getting around your PC faster and easier. Personalize your PC to be just the way you want it with helpful gadgets and desktop themes--even turn your desktop into a slideshow of your favorite photos. And you get the best entertainment experience on a PC. With Windows Media Center, you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV. Up to 6.5 hours of battery life from standard 6-cell battery. Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.4 x 1.05 inches (WxDxH) Weight: 2.73 pounds Warranty: 1 year parts and labor What's in the Box This package contains the Samsung NB30, 6-cell rechargeable battery, AC adapter, power cord, printed user manual

Product Description

Avoid a rough day on both you and your netbook with the Samsung NB30 10.1-Inch netbook. The NB30 features a free fall sensor that detects if the drive is in a free fall, and instantly moves the read/write heads away from the disk, protecting the disk from scratches and keeping your data safe. The exterior is protected, too, with a scratch-resistant, texturized matte black finish, while inside, the Intel Atom N450 processor and genuine Windows 7 Starter OS speed you through your favorite programs. And a 6.5-hour battery keeps you and your Samsung NB30 netbook going all day long.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Netbook, April 23, 2010

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Clayton C. Johanson (Charlotte, NC USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Samsung NB30 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black) (Personal Computers)

I do tech support for a living, and often find that I need to have a computer of my own (rather than use a client's PC) when I am onsite fixing problems. My previous portable notebook was a 7-pound Sony which really had way too many bells and whistles for what I usually needed -- that is, just a basic PC, as light and as rugged as possible. When I saw the Samsung NB30, I knew I'd found what I was looking for.

The NB30 is a sweet little machine -- it is fairly speedy, it has great battery life, it's light (even with the AC adapter in my backpack, the entire package is less than 4 pounds), and it's got a "corduroy" outer case which is fingerprint- and scratch-resistant. The Windows 7 Starter operating system was easily upgraded to Windows 7 Ultimate (since I do tech support, I need full access to the entire operating system) using Windows Anytime Upgrade, and upgrading the RAM from 1 GB to 2 GB (highly recommended) took only a couple of minutes.

If you're looking for a netbook, I highly recommend the NB30.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Netbook Rocks!!, April 2, 2010

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Virgil C. Palisoc (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Samsung NB30 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black) (Personal Computers)

This is a really great netbook. Tough and durable. Swapped out the drive with a OCZ SSD drive and upgraded the RAM to 2GB and this thing is a speed demon!!

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Great netbook while it lasted, August 17, 2010

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stem_cell (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Samsung NB30 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black) (Personal Computers)

The NB30 was a great little netbook while it lasted. Bought this netbook when it first came out, reviews said it was the ruggedized version with built-in accelerometer on the hard drive to park the heads when detecting free-fall; rubberized coating to help absorb impact and I even remember some references to it surviving drops in an Euro electronics show. Well, 4 months after purchase my 'ruggedized model' developed horizontal and vertical lines in the upper left corner of the screen, Samsung Customer Service 1st level and 2nd level 'Management' will not warranty 'an internal crack' even though its never been dropped, has no physical damage and was always housed in a neoprene case. Maybe an isolated instance, but I think not.... I have spoken with techs who say they see this internal crack problem all the time; also Samsung Management will not directly speak to the customer, I was told to write a letter. Frustrating because I have 'babied' this netbook, maybe I opened the lid by the corner and tweaked the screen. Cost of repair is equivalent to cost of unit.

I will buy an Asus next but I strongly recommend getting a ST warranty w/additional accidental damage option if you want to protect yourself from my scenario.