Dell Mini 1018 Netbook (Cherry Red) - Port Elizabeth

Key Specifications

Processor: Intel Atom Single Core N455 (1.66 GHz, 667MHz), 512K L2 Cache)

Display: 10.1in WSVGA with TrueLife (1024x600)
Memory: 2048MB (1x2048) 1333MHz DDR3 Dual Channel
Hard Drive: 320GB Serial ATA (5400RPM)
Camera: Integrated 0.3 Mega Pixel Camera
Power Cord: South African 1M
Power Supply: 30W AC Adapter
Battery: Primary 6-cell 48W/HR LI-ION
Graphics: Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
Wireless: BT 3.0 + WLAN 802.11b/g Combo Card
Keyboard: Internal US/ International Qwerty Keyboard
Back Cover: Cherry Red

Software and Warranty
English Genuine Windows 7 Starter (32 BIT) for Emerging Markets
OS media Not included
Skype for Windows
Avast Free Antivirus
Onsite Warranty valid until 2013/05/10

Review

Inputs

Dell has reduced the variety of ports to only the most necessary inputs and outputs. Compared to the Mini 1012, this netbook currently comes with only two USB 2.0 ports despite there being enough space for a third. The microphone input was also removed.

The headphone jack on the right side allows the netbook to be hooked up to an external stereo system but not to a headset since the netbook lacks the necessary combination port. Nevertheless, an analog microphone is built in with the webcam for recording or transmitting audio signals via Skype, for example. Despite the cuts in USB and audio, the netbook comes with several other ports: an analog video output (VGA), a Kensington Lock Slot, an RJ45 Ethernet port as well as a 3-in-1 cardreader, which can both read and write SD (SDHC), MMC and MS (MS PRO).

Altogether, there are enough ports for typical use, though an additional USB port can sometimes be very useful. A USB 2.0 Hub is recommended for those needing more USB inputs. The ports are well distributed around the perimeter of the case due to the reduction in inputs and the fact that there is no exhaust fan.

Touchpad

The touchpad of the Mini 1018 is made available by Synaptics and has hardly changed in comparison to its forerunner, the 1012. Its variety of settings are more than enough for typical users.

The surface has a slightly rough texture and is very comfortable. Moving the cursor is easy, although the small area can be irritating. The area comprises only 6.4 x 2.9 cm. Multi-Touch gestures are, unfortunately, not supported. The touchpad keys are now separated, making the netbook easier to use.

Note the net-book comes with original packaging.

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