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    HP Mini Note 2133 Mini PC $298 at WalMart

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by Leon, Sep 30, 2008.

  1. Leon

    Leon Notebook Deity

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    Walmart has HP Mini-Note 2133 mini PC for $398 - $100 rebate = $298. Choose in-store pickup to save on shipping, otherwise it's $3. Thanks nenu
    Specs ( full manufacturer's specs)
    • VIA C7-M Processor 1.2 GHz
    • 8.9" diagonal WXGA screen (1280 x 768)
    • Integrated VGA Webcam (0.3MP)
    • 120GB 5400 rpm hard drive
    • 1GB 667MHz DDR2 (1 Dimm)
    • Broadcom 802.11 Wireless a/b/g
    • 10/100/1000 Network Card
    • 3-cell Li-ion battery (up to 2hrs, 15 minutes)
    • SuSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
    • Weight: 2.63lb
     
    Leon, Sep 30, 2008
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  2. dougjr

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    That's a very nice price, if only this was another netbook.
     
    dougjr, Sep 30, 2008
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  3. built

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    Great price. What is wrong with this netbook? I haven't really investigated it at all.

    Might be worth a second look for me if I have to wait too long for the Acer Aspire One 160gb, but if you say that it is not that great, I'd stick with the Acer.
     
    built, Sep 30, 2008
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  4. dougjr

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    I would def. check it out, but I would rather pay more for some other netbook and not have to deal with sending in rebates.
     
    dougjr, Sep 30, 2008
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  5. built

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    Understood. :)

    Also, I read in the review that the VIA processor may have trouble coping sometimes.
     
    built, Sep 30, 2008
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  6. dougjr

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    Yea, I guess for around 300 maybe it would be nice for a young kid to be able to use or as a gift to someone male/female who likes it because it cool looking.
     
    dougjr, Sep 30, 2008
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  7. Zenica

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    No SSD drive tho.

    The Asus or DELL would be better
     
    Zenica, Oct 1, 2008
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  8. Rahul

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    Wow, that really is a tempting price.

    I really love the 2133's design, its 1280x768 resolution (vs 1024x600 in most netbooks), great keyboard, etc.

    The only thing that kills it for me is the Via C-7 processor and graphics. :(
    If this had an Intel Atom or better for that price, I'd be all over it.
     
    Rahul, Oct 1, 2008
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  9. BHD

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    yeah same here. was debating between this and the mini 9 but decided to go with the better processor.
     
    BHD, Oct 1, 2008
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  10. gpister

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    I just picked one of those yesterday luckily i got the rebate. I just want it as a back up and to get away from the desktop :p.
     
    gpister, Oct 1, 2008
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  11. dougjr

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    How is it working for you so far?
     
    dougjr, Oct 1, 2008
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  12. gpister

    gpister Notebook Evangelist

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    ^
    i think i confused you i reread it and sounded confused i just purchased it online i should be picking it up on friday 10, 09 latest thursday 16, 09. I'll update how it is ps: gonna boot up xp on it
     
    gpister, Oct 1, 2008
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  13. dougjr

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    Oh okay, I was going to ask if that's what you meant but I figured you would specify anyway. Once you do get it and get xp on it a Mini unofficial review and pictures would be great if you have the time. Are you going to dual boot it or put just put xp on it?
     
    dougjr, Oct 1, 2008
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  14. gpister

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    Ya ill give a review and ill take pictures as well. I don't think i am going to dual boot maybe in the future if i change my mind.
     
    gpister, Oct 1, 2008
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    Hey i just got up a review on it i got earlier than expected which is cool. So you can see the review since you asked :D
     
    gpister, Oct 5, 2008
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