What to ditch? I got my Asus 1005PE MU a few days ago. Charged battery for 12 hours before turning on. Today is my first day starting it up. Can someone please guide me as to how to clear out the excess clutter/trials that came with it? Do I start with the Windows Update first? Saw it said there were 30 updates but some seemed for Word, works, Excel, etc. Do I ditchChicken Invaders2, Compatibility Pack for the 2007 Office system, Micro.Office Home and Student 2007 (put open office on), MO Language Pack 2007 for Dutch, French, German, Italian, Live Add-in 1.3, MO Suite Activation Assistant,MO Works (is that a trial). I am so confused with what's important. I also wanted to install Firefox. How does one turn off IE? I did say OK to the Trend Micro Trial as I use it on my older laptop. Sorry I am so illiterate with all this. I appreciate your help in advance. What to ditch? I got my Asus 1005PE MU a few days ago. Charged battery for 12 hours before turning on. Today is my first day starting it up. Can someone please guide me as to how to clear out... » Read More What to ditch? I got my Asus 1005PE MU a few days ago. Charged battery for 12 hours before turning on. Today is my first day starting it up. Can someone please guide me as to how to clear out the excess clutter/trials that came with it? Do I start with the Windows Update first? Saw it said there were 30 updates but some seemed for Word, works, Excel, etc. Do I ditchChicken Invaders2, Compatibility Pack for the 2007 Office system, Micro.Office Home and Student 2007 (put open office on), MO Language Pack 2007 for Dutch, French, German, Italian, Live Add-in 1.3, MO Suite Activation Assistant,MO Works (is that a trial). I am so confused with what's important. I also wanted to install Firefox. How does one turn off IE? I did say OK to the Trend Micro Trial as I use it on my older laptop. Sorry I am so illiterate with all this. I appreciate your help in advance. « Show Less
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Gary, I can't seem to get rid of anything I mentioned as it isn't removed. So I just added Firefox and use it. I didn't know IE was needed for the purpose you mention about updates so am glad I left it there. That's a very useful bit of info for the future. I did keep Trend Micro but am using Avast (that one is new to me and so far I've been very happy with it) and can use on 3 computers. I haven't needed Open Office yet but will keep in mind either it or cloud apps you mentioned. I've been very pleased with this netbook and its battery life. Thanks so much
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Gary, I do have a question you might be able to answer for me. Since I'm home a lot using the netbook, should I conserve my battery as I'd seen someone mention elsewhere? Is is best to remove the battery and use the power cord to do so? Is that harmful in any way to battery life or computer?
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John,Thank you for replying to my post; I will follow your suggestions regarding maximizing my battery life!
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Keep the battery installed but keep it plugged in whenever possible. That way you will (1) minimize the number of charge/discharge cycles on the battery, which is the main criteria in maximizing how long the battery will last before you need to replace it, and (2) you'll start with a full charge whenever you need to use it unplugged. Taking the battery out multiple times will also eventually wear out the battery contacts. Actually, I don't know if this particular netbook will even work with the battery out, some won't, but definitely leave the battery installed.
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I'll suggest you get rid of all you write of with the exception of IE. Leave Trend Miro as well and seek out Microsoft Security Essentials. Install Firefox as default but keep IE on board for access to MS updates. If you need an Office Suite loaded to your net-book, seek Open Office.org or consider using the cloud apps available from Google, Windows Live or Adobe
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I've been using my Eee Slate 4gb/64g version since the end of Jan. I can get 4-4.5hrs easy on battery in power saving mode with the screen dimmed, and at it's lowest setting its quite bright and clear. This is no noticable lag, only glass effects are turnedoff in power saving mode. I did this yestuday while in a meeting, running excel, ie8 or or ie9, and an X-server (cygwin) using wireless and keyboard/mouse. The latest service pack (Win7 sp1) stopped the fans from running too.
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I bought the replacement almost two years ago and just noticed it had expanded to a dangerous point. I actually haven't used this laptop much in the past month or two, so it could have happened then. I've removed it and am operating on pug only. It always stuck out ever so slightly, but that's what I get for going non-Apple. It required a little extra pressure getting it in. Good to check your warranty and watch out for expanding battery packs. Other than that, worked fine. Never got as much life out of it as I wanted. Life went down to 45 minutes per charge this year from 3 hours, but I also run multiple programs simultaneously. I bought the replacement almost two years ago and just noticed it had expanded to a dangerous point. I actually haven't used this laptop much in the past month or two, so it could have happened then. I've removed it and am operating on pug only. It always stuck out ever so slightly, but that's what I get for going non-Apple. It required a little extra pressure getting it in. Good to check your warranty and watch out for expanding battery packs. Other than that, worked fine. Never got as much life out of it as I wanted. Life went down to 45 minutes per charge this year from 3 hours, but I... » Read More I bought the replacement almost two years ago and just noticed it had expanded to a dangerous point. I actually haven't used this laptop much in the past month or two, so it could have happened then. I've removed it and am operating on pug only. It always stuck out ever so slightly, but that's what I get for going non-Apple. It required a little extra pressure getting it in. Good to check your warranty and watch out for expanding battery packs. Other than that, worked fine. Never got as much life out of it as I wanted. Life went down to 45 minutes per charge this year from 3 hours, but I also run multiple programs simultaneously. « Show Less
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I have had my notebook on for over 4 hours and still had 2 pixel bars on the battery symbol. I suspect I could have ran it for another hour.
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It should not overheat that much. If you are watching ripped videos direct from the SSD, the battery should last you I'm guessing 5-6 hours... maybe a bit less... Apple rates the battery at 8 hours, but I've never run my to being completely depleted nor was I timing it. I've had it last over 4 and I'm pretty sure over 5 hours while suspending and starting (shutting and reopening) for brief periods while running multiple apps, Outlook, Excel, Word, Chrome with 15+ tabs open, and probably at least another 10+ utility type apps (1Password, Forklift, Evernote, Messages, Lync, and some system bar apps). Of course keeping the background apps to a minimum while watching videos would probably help some too, but it should last longer than your Toshiba by far...
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I bought one of these for my wife she only checks e-mail and browse. I had to add more memory because it was a little slow. Also after two years the battery died, I;ve been trying to get a new one for cheap for most of the reviews say it will not fit that well and the battery dies after a while. The original battery cost 129+tax is not cheap. So I would say that if you are planing to use this computer for a while then buy a new model may be it will cost you a little more but I'm sure it will last longer than this one. If you are getting a really cheap price then go for it but just remember about the battery that is the only problem I have with the one I bought.I hope this helps I bought one of these for my wife she only checks e-mail and browse. I had to add more memory because it was a little slow. Also after two years the battery died, I;ve been trying to get a new one for cheap for most of the reviews say it will not fit that well and the battery dies after a while. The original battery cost 129+tax is not cheap. So I would say that if you are planing to use this computer for a while then buy a new model may be it will cost you a little more but I'm sure it will last longer than this one. If you are getting a really cheap price then go for it but just remember... » Read More I bought one of these for my wife she only checks e-mail and browse. I had to add more memory because it was a little slow. Also after two years the battery died, I;ve been trying to get a new one for cheap for most of the reviews say it will not fit that well and the battery dies after a while. The original battery cost 129+tax is not cheap. So I would say that if you are planing to use this computer for a while then buy a new model may be it will cost you a little more but I'm sure it will last longer than this one. If you are getting a really cheap price then go for it but just remember about the battery that is the only problem I have with the one I bought.I hope this helps « Show Less
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No to both questions. The battery is internal, and the screen does not support touch. When unplugged, for basic browsing and office functions I get about 3-4 hours before I need to plug it in again. Also, I'm not a fan of touch screens, which is why I went with this laptop, I have it running windows 7 which I had to purchase.
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Thanks Joe! I bought extra memory but the seal says if I remove it the warranty is void? Is taht true? How can that be?Do i need to get latest bio, etc? I just got it. MikeJoe how in heck do i get the video cam to work? We bought my wife an Acer Aspire one and it was mountains easier to get up and running. Thank you sir!! Mike
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I was just about to suggest (and feeling a bit smug about it, I'll admit) that you simply re-boot. I had forgotten about the non-removable battery. Oops. Who feels foolish now? This is a great post. I hope somebody comes up with a useful suggestion.
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Not sure, I replaced the battery because the laptop would not hold a charge overnight while is was "asleep" Now it does. I usually do not clock the battery. I also added 16 Gig RAM and parallels running Win7. I have been happier with the laptop since I upgraded the battery.
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Did you manage to upgrade the RAM - I am holding on to my purchase for the same. I am comparing betn Aspire One 533 and 1015PED. Aspire one RAM upgrade is as nightmare as it was with eee pc 1008HA. Wondering what's the scene with this one.Please let us know.
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Just rec'd this model Crucial as recommended on Amazon to upgrade new ASUS 1005 PE but now hesitant to with what I'm reading.Spoke with Crucial rep and advised slower than the recommeded CT1166735 they show on their site but should work. Anymore feedback from anyone before I give it a whirl. Thanks R.Moore
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I am even wondering: was this mess with the batteries intended to attract customers anxious to receive "unadvertised" bigger batteries just to boost initial sales? I am sorry for those who are now starting to receive the "standard" 4400 mAh battery. But I want to comfort you: even while I have the bigger 5800 mAh one, it seems almost impossible to me to drain even 60% of it in a real life student usage. I never carry an ac adapter with me anymore because I consistently get at least 5 min. per every 1% of battery power I have, with wifi turned on and on 60% of brightness. When wifi is occasionally off, it comes up to more than 6 min. per 1%. So, even if you will get 75% of this, it will still carry you through the whole day of classes and an evening in a starbucks. Anyways, I would not trade acer for asus even if I got smaller battery, because acer has unparalleled screen in terms of clarity and brightness.
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Did everyone try charging the unit while it is powered off?It seems to make a different to me. I bought three(3) and so far all battery seemed to be decently averaged out around 2.5 hours or so (mainly net surfing and video conferencing) after few months of usage. Power on while charging seems like charges don't hold too well even it shows 100% charged.Try it out...it may make some different.
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For new batteries always do a complete drain. To accomplish this, turn off power management on the phone, disable screen dimming and any other power saving feature. Leave the phone on until the phone turns off on it's own. Battery should be fully drained at that point. Connect to wall outlet charger - do not use USB port on computer. Charging should only take 3 - 3.5 hours at most. The phone should show 100% capacity. If it doesn't then repeat the process for a 2nd time. If after second full drain and charge the battery still doesn't show 100% charge then you may have an issue with the battery at which time contact the manufacturer for replacement. For new batteries always do a complete drain. To accomplish this, turn off power management on the phone, disable screen dimming and any other power saving feature. Leave the phone on until the phone turns off on it's own. Battery should be fully drained at that point. Connect to wall outlet charger - do not use USB port on computer. Charging should only take 3 - 3.5 hours at most. The phone should show 100% capacity. If it doesn't then repeat the process for a 2nd time. If after second full drain and charge the battery still doesn't show 100% charge then you may have an issue with the... » Read More For new batteries always do a complete drain. To accomplish this, turn off power management on the phone, disable screen dimming and any other power saving feature. Leave the phone on until the phone turns off on it's own. Battery should be fully drained at that point. Connect to wall outlet charger - do not use USB port on computer. Charging should only take 3 - 3.5 hours at most. The phone should show 100% capacity. If it doesn't then repeat the process for a 2nd time. If after second full drain and charge the battery still doesn't show 100% charge then you may have an issue with the battery at which time contact the manufacturer for replacement. « Show Less
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I also bought a refurb and love it. I went into the settings and turned brightness way down but its still seems plenty bright. You can check in settings and see which programs are the biggest drain. Turning off Bluetooth will also help. I think companies always overestimate how much battery life they can achieve (they probably measure the life by how long you can listen to mp3's continuously). I don't think you should be concerned.
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Its is upgradable to 8.1. That's what Im using right now as I type. It will take up to 16GB of Ram at 1600Mhz. Ive never looked at the battery upgrade. Mine will run hard for a couple of hours on the stock battery or will get to the 6 hour mark surfing the net etc. You'll get about 3 -5 hours of Netflix or movie watching. You cannot upgrade the motherboard without MAJOR modifications.