Still not a deal if you compare to eee 900a at bestbuy. Still, if you plan to upgrade the machine then it doesn't matter. 2GB RAM and a 64GB runcore SSD will make this into a pretty respectable platform.

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Doubling the price is hardly the point. This is the very first I've seen a Nettop at Asus' original $199 price point. Bodes well for the future.

keyboard was unbearable for me. Still a sweet deal... it's a pretty nice device! Typing on an S10 right now.

the keyboard takes some getting used to.. But its a good deal and does what it is supposed to.

2 GB of RAM for Ubuntu? Are you stupid or just ignorant?

this is the cheapest I have seen this for. these are being discontinued it looks like.

burp ubuntu. That's an OS for kids and geeks. If you're getiing real work done it's xp.

seriously i can't believe you like xp over ubuntu, you must work for tech support in india...

Fvck All y'all...the point of this system is to put OSX on it.

Hackintoshes anyone?

just wondering whether I can change SSD with regular motor type HDD, If yes what kind of HDD I need to buy, SATA or PATA?

Thx

Interesting.. I would think a geek would go well with techsupport..

Good price, but try keyboard first, I found it really hard to use.

My HP dual core laptop just crapped out. I just spent the last day searching for a replacement on the net. Since I did not see where Ben posted it, I will post a few deals I found for those who need the cheap deals from GOOD stores. This also assuming you want to go with the netbook devices over a regular laptop.

You can go with the deal above, which is the most basic(no included webcam and basic RAM and HD).
Or,
http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigate.do?dest=5&item_nbr=702612&iid=02-15-09_Homepage|POV|DellMini
The Sams Club model for $245 shipped. includes 4 color choices(dell charges $30-$50 extra), webcam(1.3MP), 8GB SSD, 1 GB Ram, Win XP Home, and 4 cell Batt. Downside, at checkout, says"4-6 weeks for delivery. Best price if you can wait.
Or,
go to Newegg and pay the going rate for the Asus, Acer, or Lenovo with REAL 2.5 spiner drives for about $299 some with free shipping.
I went with Newegg(I know some of you will say not a deal, could of got it such and such cousins website for less), BUT I need to have the replacement quick from a reliable source. SO after careful consideration I ordered the Lenovo S10.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834146502 Truncated]

to continue...
This ghetto dog says this is the best deal for this moment in time, for one of these mini netbooks. Next week there will be second guessing over price, but not likely the model choice. Play with the Dell, ASUS, Acer, and Lenovo. You will likely agree that for $299 and a reasonable ship date it was the best choice to make from the deals out this weekend.

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Thanks for the helpful info.

#14 or anyone - do i have to be a sams club member to get the 245 deal?

nevermind, u do have to be sams club member to get deal.. in CT we dont have this store, so this deal wont be good for everyone

I have a Mini9, but I really think you would at least need bluetooth (and webcam in my case). I've gotten used to the keyboard, so don't let that deter you unless you have big fingers. It is a good buy, but I prefer XP, as you can always put Ubuntu on yourself if you prefer. At least the XP model gives you a cheap XP license.

Anyone hear any rumors for the Mini 10 pricing?