- 1.3GHz Intel Pentium Dual-Core SU4100 Processor
- 3GB DDR2 667MHz SDRAM; Upgradeable up to 4GB
- 320GB SATA Hard Drive
- 11.6″ HD Widescreen CineCrystal LED-backlit Display, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
- Windows 7 Home Premium, 8+ hours of battery life
Product DescriptionAcer Aspire Timeline AS1810TZ-4008 Olympic Edition Notebook comes with these specs: Intel Pentium Dual-Core Processor SU4100, Windows 7 Home Premium, 11. 6″ HD Widescreen CineCrystal™ LED-backlit Display, Mobile Intel GS45 Express Chipset, 3072MB DDR2 667MHz Memory, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD, 320GB SATA Hard Drive, Built-in Webcam, Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader, 2nd Generation Dolby Sound Room Audio Enhancement, Intel WiFi Link 1000 802. 11b/g/. . . More >>
Acer Aspire Timeline AS1810TZ-4008 11.6-Inch Olympic Edition Laptop
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5 comments
March 10, 2010
Amazon says this computer has a DVD drive but that is not correct, no DVD drive is on the computer. I was very disappointed when it finally arrived and it wasn’t the item I was expecting. I will write another review to let others know how they handle the return of this item. Rating: 1 / 5
March 10, 2010
I used the computer for about 2 months. So far everything runs well except two things:
1. A main reason I picked this computer was Amazon’s description said it came with a CD/DVD drive. This turned out to be not true.
2. Everytime I turned on the computer it took a long time (>5 min) for the computer to link to my home wireless network. I know it is not the wireless network problem because all my other computers link to the network in seconds. But I’m not sure whether it is Window 7 specific. This is my only one running on Window 7 and all others running on Vista or XP.
Rating: 3 / 5
March 10, 2010
Amazon lists this item having an optical drive (DVD), but this is incorrect. The true hardware specs are identical to the ones listed by amazon in all other aspects. The product’s performance is as good as expected, and is well built. To sum it up, this product is a good buy in spite of it differing from what is specified in the product listing by the lack of a DVD drive. Hopefully Amazon will correct the listing soon. Rating: 4 / 5
March 10, 2010
I first read about the Acer AS1810 in “a leading consumer magazine” (C. R. ) where it received high marks for performance. I’ve had my laptop – the nicely done Olympic edition – about two weeks and have been very happy with it. Programs launch quickly, web browsing is fast and easy (even with downloading large video files), and the touchpad is the best I’ve ever used – I especially like the `press and scroll’ (my own term) feature to scan pages. The large keys provide a good sense of touch, and the display is great. Did I mention that’s its lightweight and has 8+ hours of battery life? An outstanding little computer! Rating: 5 / 5
March 10, 2010
Finally got my notebook (netbook?) and so far it has been great during the past 2 weeks of operation.
Boots up quickly, decent graphics and the keyboard is easy to use. I was hoping it would play an old game called Beachhead 2002 but it’s a little sluggish. But I didn’t buy it to play video games and wanted a traveling machine. Was thinking about the 10 inch netbooks but they sounded too small and taking my heavy 17″ HP on trips from the Middle East back to the US takes up too much space/weight. Have yet to take it on the road but I think it will do all I need.
I had already purchased the Samsung DVD burner (listed in the ad) in anticipation of getting a smaller notebook and both seem to work well together. Battery life running the burner is yet to be seen but I am impressed with it so far. Of course after running a bigger laptop with shorter life, anything would have longer battery power.
One thing I’m curious about (emailed Acer but no reply) is the Bluetooth indicator and switch on the front. The instructions call out that it is for limited models but I wonder if it’s a hardware issue or if software can be added to bring it to life. Currently using the IOGear bluetooth adapter with a BT Microsoft mouse 5000 and it all seems to work very well.
This was a VISA rewards item to myself and as luck would have it, it was sent from Amazon to my Stateside address and then sent over. I still don’t understand why Amazon won’t ship electronics and some vendors have problems shipping to an APO address but thats just another rant.
Availability of this laptop has been rather limited but I recommend buying this one or similar size unit. It’s a great blend of performance and size. Not a speed demon but for a small laptop it’s quiet, doesn’t heat up (so far)and good performance so I’m glad I was able to get it. The cover design is pretty trick but I guess I was thinking the cover was aluminum as per write ups and the color in photos. Not bad plastic but I was hoping. The inside piece where the mouse is located is aluminum however. I hope this little jewel lasts for a very long time.
Rating: 5 / 5