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    New Ubuntu laptop introduced by system 76

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by spotter, Feb 2, 2007.

  1. spotter

    spotter Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hey everybody, System 76 has released a new laptop the Darter Ultra.

    Link : http://system76.com/product_info.php/cPath/1/products_id/194

    Specs :

    Display: 13.3” Widescreen WXGA (1280X800)
    Graphics: Intel GMA 950 224 MB Integrated Graphics
    Sound: Intel High Definition Audio
    Networking: 10/100(LAN)
    Wireless: Intel 802.11 abg & Bluetooth
    Card Reader: 4 in 1 Card Reader
    Expansion: PCI Express Card Slot (34/54)
    Ports: VGA, 3x USB 2.0, Mic In, Headphone Out, FireWire 1394B, S-Video
    Battery: 6 Cell Lithium Ion
    Battery Life: 4.5 Hours
    Dimensions: 12.4" x 8.9" x 1.24" (W x D x H)
    Weight: 4.3 lbs

    Starting at $995

    Suspend and Hibernate Supported

    I think all it needs now is an option to get it in black.
     
    spotter, Feb 2, 2007
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  2. Gautam

    Gautam election 2008 NBR Reviewer

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    IS this just a re-branded Asus W7j ? I think the specs are similar...or the same?
     
    Gautam, Feb 5, 2007
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  3. LIVEFRMNYC

    LIVEFRMNYC Blah Blah Blah!!!

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    Pretty Expensive for default specs. Even the customable upgrades are too high.

    Only thing I like about it is the 13inch size & White color.

    All their laptops are overpriced. LOL


    The FREE Ubuntu Sticker is nice tho :)
    http://system76.com/index.php/cPath/53_64
     
    LIVEFRMNYC, Feb 5, 2007
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  4. spotter

    spotter Notebook Enthusiast

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    It is a bit expensive, but it does come with ubuntu working with everything out of the box, and they also have tech support. Its perfect for people trying to get into the linux world and gets rid of most hassles with trying to get the wireless, suspend, hibernate, etc working.
     
    spotter, Feb 7, 2007
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  5. Redline

    Redline Notebook Prophet NBR Reviewer

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    Its actually an Asus Z35F, not the W7J. Its pretty expensive...
     
    Redline, Feb 7, 2007
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  6. Gautam

    Gautam election 2008 NBR Reviewer

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    Yes, it's very expensive. Sadly, I don't think I could imagine sales improving even if they dropped the prices by two or three hundred right off the bat.
     
    Gautam, Feb 16, 2007
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