Acer Travelmate 370 Review

Hi all,

I'm new here.
Would like to ask yr opinion on the Travelmate 370 or 371TCi.
What do you think of its performance?

http://global.acer.com/products/notebook/tm370.htm

 

Any help, pleaseee.....

 

It depends on how you get them configured, but in general Acer is a nice brand.

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Centrino 1.4 GHz,
512 MB RAM
60 GB HDD
1.7 kg
12" screen
SD Slot
External DVD+CDRW

Powerful enough?

 

That is most certainly a "powerful" computer--although it depends on the applications being run on the laptop. For instance, if you will be playing 3d games, the mobile GPU (graphics processing unit) is very important. . .so this machine may or may not be suitable for that purpose as you didn't mention the graphics unit. Speed of the memory and hard drive are also equally important factors as the processor.

It is powerful enough for most tasks including internet based activities such as browsing, email etc.; word processing; watching dvd movies; burning cds; basic photo editing.

So in summation: it depends on *your* particular needs. If you can tell us that, we will be able to assist in a much more helpful manor.

 

My Requirements:

- My work nowadays required me to travel alot. Thus, my old Fujitsu S 4546 is becoming a little "heavier" than before. Thus, I required a much lighter notebook (ultraportable or medium ultrportable)

- I preferred Centrino vs the traditional PCMCIA WiFi card bcoz of the built-in functionality. No need to insert in everytime to get access to Wifi. Sometimes becoming an inconvenience when I reboot my computer and to find out that I forgot to insert the WiFi Card. Thus, the need for me to re-boot. Hmmm..wasting my precious time again...

- I did a lot of paperwork and presentations. Also the need to surf the need for my research purposes. However, I rarely use my Notebook to watch VCD or DVDs. The only multimedia I really need is for the presentation purposes.

- I need a computer that can boot up fast. I cannot waste time booting or re-booting my computer in front of my potential clients.

- I need > 1 GHz CPU bcoz I don't want to be obsoleted fast when a new CPU emerge.
Need 512 MB so that I will not be out of memory when Microsoft introduce new OS in future..haha..
40 GB HDD is quite sufficient..

- Even tho' the extra USB ports helps, but its not that critical bcoz I have already purchase a 4-port USB hub. However, a 2-USB built-in ports really helps.

- Although I can burn my pocket further but I don't think it will help me much coz the price of notebook also depreciate fast.

Hope the requirements above can be met by that specs..

Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional
Intel Centrino Mobile Techonologies
Intel Pentium M Processor - at 1.4GHz with 1024 KB L2 Cache Memory
Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
Intel 855GM Chipset with 3D AGP Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) and up to 64MB video memory
12.1" XGA+ TFT Active Matrix Display
60GB ATA/100 HDD
512MB DDR RAM (upgradeable to 2GB)
Integrated 56Kbps modem & 10/100 Mbps LAN
Integrated Intel PRO/Wireless 2100 Wireless LAN
IEEE External DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
3-in-1 Card Reader supporting MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital & Memory Stick
6-cell Li-Ion Battery Pack (4.5 hours battery life)
(Actual battery life may vary, depending on usage and configuration).
2xUSB, 1xIEEE 1394, 1xVGA port & 1xFIR Port
273 (W) × 231 (D) × 24 (H) mm
Weight 1.7kg (3.7 lbs.)
Pre-loaded Norton Anti-Virus (OEM Version)
1-Year International Traveller Warranty
Free:- Exclusive Targus Designed Traveller Bag

 

For your needs, the Acer you specced works well. You might also consider the Fujitsu S6000 series.

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<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by Edoras

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by Brian

 

I just bought the Travelmate 371 a couple of hours ago and now posting to this forum using the notebook (and on battery too!).
Sturdy desgin and blazing fast... I'm happy for it.
I also subscribed to its Supercare Extended Warranty Package... ANyone have tried this? It extended another 2 more years locally.. Thus I have 1+2 years of warranty...[ ]

 

Update: After installing several applications, the notebook fully boot-up about 1 minute and less. Is this usual?

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by Edoras

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by miko

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by Edoras

 

I had a good idea after reading the posts . However, I wonder whether Acer 370 is able to manage digital video editing? I am currently a student and am deciding to on either the acer 2000 or acer 370. It seems that the only difference(besides the weight) is the processor, one is 1.6 the other 1.4
Is there a marked difference in performance? I intend to use the notebook for graphic designs , web creation, adobe........... Cld anyone kindly advise which is a better choice? Thanks.

 

wow. [ ] i got my acer travelmate 371tci just today and... wow. it was all that i expected in a perfect laptop-- wireless networking, fast processor, ultraportable! all that one can ask for, in a very neat package! the screen is bright enough, no problems with the keyboard, i love all the added features such as IR port, external combodrive, memory card readers... wow. i didn't expect all of this in such a light laptop! i'd rate this 10 out of 10. you can never go wrong buying this thing.

i was thinking of buying an ASUS S5N. it's a tad more expensive. but thinking... i think i more of my mone's worth buying acer over Asus. it's all good.

vita perros est!

 

I am thinking of buying a 371TCi and have two questions:

1. How good is the screen?
2. How long does the batteries last in practise?

Can anyone answer any of the above questions?


Johannes

 

Does anyone know where in USA I can purchase the Acer Travelmate 370. I have searched on-line but cannot find a source.
Thanks

 

Here's a link to the Authorized Acer dealers list from the Acer site:

http://www.acer.com/APP/AKC/INTERNET/AACPubli.nsf/AllDocs/RWP20519B40433679F888256A53006B5A99?OpenDocument

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