HP Mini

HP Mini is a former line of small notebooks, categorized as netbooks manufactured by Hewlett-Packard under the HP brands. They either contained a custom version of Ubuntu Linux, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition or Windows 7 Starter operating system. Like most netbooks, they were not built with CD/DVD drives. However, HP did sell portable DVD-Roms with HP's LightScribe disc imaging software. These netbooks are best used for written documents, small programs and web browsing. They can run standard software, but given their low price, they tend to have low end specifications, causing poor performance. They were marketed from mid-2007 through 2012.[1]

Models

The following is a list of HP Mini models:

311

HP Mini 311
Developer Hewlett-Packard Company
Type Subnotebook, netbook
Release date September 24, 2009 (2009-09-24)
Introductory price $399.99 US, £335 UK
Media 160, 250 or 320 GB 2.5" HDD or 80GB SSD
Operating system Windows XP, Windows 7
CPU Intel Atom N270 (single core 1.6 GHz), or N280 (1.66 GHz)
Memory 1, 2 or 3GB DDR3
Display 11.6" (29.5 cm) 1366 x 768 LED-backlit TFT LCD
Input Keyboard, touchpad, microphone
Camera 1.3 megapixel webcam
Connectivity 10/100 Mbit Ethernet, 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, 3 USB 2.0 ports, 5-in-1 flash memory card reader, Bluetooth (optional), 8P8C Ethernet, 9-pin D-sub, HDMI
Power 6-cell lithium ion battery (6.25 hours)
Dimensions 11.4" (29 cm) (L) x 8.03" (20.4 cm) (W) x 0.78-1.20" (2-3 cm) (H)
Weight 1.5 kg

The HP Mini 311 is a netbook computer manufactured and sold by HP. This netbook was the first to use the Nvidia Ion platform, which allows hardware acceleration of high-definition video and increased gaming performance. It went on sale on HP's online store on September 24, 2009 for $399.99.[3]

The laptop can be customized with either the Intel Atom N270 or N280 and uses the nVidia GeForce 9400M G graphics used in the ION platform. The unit is equipped with 1 GB of 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM soldered to the motherboard and a SO-DIMM slot which allows an upgrade to 2 GB or 3 GB. The netbook has a 160 GB, 250 GB, or 320 GB SATA hard drive @ 5,400 RPM. There are options for an external DVD burner or DVD burner/Blu-ray reader combo drive, as netbooks do not have integrated optical drives due to their small size. The Mini 311 has an 11.6" Led-backlit BrightView widescreen with a 1366 x 768 resolution and has an integrated webcam standard. Wi-Fi card options include Wireless G or Wireless N cards with optional Bluetooth and as well as optional Mobile Broadband from Verizon Wireless, AT&T or Sprint. I/O connectors include a 5-in-1 removable card reader, 3 USB 2.0 ports, a Fast Ethernet port, a VGA output, an HDMI output. The netbook uses Altec Lansing stereo speakers. There are 2 models in some areas. One has 1GB RAM and Windows XP with ION LE and the other has 2GB RAM and Windows 7 with ION.

In some regions, including Europe, the device is sold under the Compaq brand.

1000

HP Mini 1000
Developer HP
Type Subnotebook, netbook
Media 8/16 GB SSD or 60/80/120/160GB 1.8" PATA HDD
Operating system Ubuntu, Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 10
CPU 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270
Memory 1 GB / 2 GB maximum
Storage 250 GB / 500 GB / 750 GB maximum
Display 8.9" (22.6.cm) 1024x600 pixel LED-backlit TFT LCD / 10.1" (25.7 cm) 1024x576 pixel LED-backlit TFT LCD
Graphics Intel GMA 950
Input Keyboard (92% full size)
Touchpad
Microphone
Camera Webcam built-in
Connectivity 10/100 Mbit Ethernet, 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (optional), 2 USB 2.0 ports, 3-in-1 flash memory card reader (SD, SDHC, MMC), dock connector
Power 3 hours of battery life with standard 3-cell battery
Dimensions 26.1 × 16.7 × 3.0 cm
Weight 1.13 kg (2.5 lb) (including battery)

The HP Mini 1000 is a netbook by HP, adapting that company's HP 2133 Mini-Note PC education/business netbook for the consumer market.[4] A similar but cheaper model named the HP Compaq Mini 700 will also be available in some regions with different cosmetics.[5] A special edition machine, the HP Mini 1000 Vivienne Tam Edition, designed in collaboration with Vivienne Tam is also available.[6] The three computers have similar specifications.

Processor and memory

The HP Mini 1000 uses a 1.60 GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor and includes 1 GB of DDR2-533 memory with support for up to 2GB. The Mini has only one slot for RAM. Due to Microsoft's restrictions, the XP versions were only sold with 1GB of RAM, but a user can easily upgrade to 2GB by accessing the slot on the bottom of the computer and replacing the module.

Storage

The HP Mini 1000 shipped with either a 16/32GB SSD or a 60/80GB 1.8" hard disk drive. The HP Mini 1000 Mi Edition was also available with an 8GB SSD. A ZIF SATA connector is used as opposed to standard PATA/SATA connector cables.

Motherboard

The motherboard uses the Intel 945GSE northbridge chipset and Intel ICH7M southbridge. The motherboard model is HP361A. The northbridge component provides the integrated Intel GMA950 graphics core.

Display

The Mini features either an 8.9- or 10.1-inch LED-backlit display. The 8.9" display has a resolution of 1024x600 pixels, the 10.1" is 1024x576 (10.2" @ 1024x600 is no longer sold). Both models feature stereo speakers, a webcam, and a single audio jack for both mic and headphones. Both the unit and the dock connector can carry a VGA connection. A first-party adaptor is available from the HP online store.

Power

A 3-cell battery is included as standard. A 6-cell battery can be ordered as an accessory, or (with the Mini 1000 and Digital Clutch only) chosen in place of the 3-cell battery during configuration. The 3-cell and 6-cell batteries provide up to 3 hours and 6 hours of run-time, respectively.

Software

The Mini has Windows XP installed at launch, while Mi (a special HP operating system based on Ubuntu, named for "mobile Internet" containing "HP MediaStyle" based on Elisa) was released in early January 2009 on the HP Mini 1000 "Mi Edition."

Connectivity

In addition to the aforementioned card reader, the system has two standard USB ports, a 10/100 Mbit Ethernet port, a single 3.5mm audio in/out mini-jack, and a power connector. The Mini 1000 also has a proprietary dock connector which can carry VGA, USB, RJ-45 (over USB), analogue audio in/out, and power. An 802.11b/g wireless NIC (Broadcom BCM4312) is included for Wi-Fi, while Bluetooth 2.0+EDR and a built-in HSDPA modem are options. It can be connected to Verizon for a one- or two-year contract.

Known issues

Reception

Initial reviews have been positive, complimenting the computer's keyboard and aesthetics as particular selling points in comparison to its market rivals, and the improved battery life and performance, and reduced price, as particularly important improvements over its antecedent, the HP 2133. However, reviewers noted that the diminutive 1.8-inch hard drive, usually used in digital audio players, performed slower than the 2.5-inch drives in competitors and criticized the decision to charge separately for a VGA adaptor. Although the battery life has been improved, it still does not stand out from the competition.[7][8]

2140

HP 2140 Mini
Manufacturer Hewlett-Packard
Type Subnotebook, netbook
Media Card reader: SD, SDHC and MMC
Operating system SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop, FreeDOS, Windows Vista and Windows XP[9]
CPU Intel Atom N270 (1.6 GHz, 512 KB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB)
Memory 1024 MB or 2048 MB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM SODIMM; single module
Storage

Depending on the customer's choice:

Display 10.1 in (diagonal) scratch-resistant LED display (1024×576 or 1366×768), Intel GMA 950[9]
Sound Integrated stereo speakers, 2 W, 4 Ω
Input Keyboard, touchpad and stereo microphone
Camera Integrated webcam (640×480 output) in screen bezel
Touchpad Touchpad with scroll zone, two soft-touch buttons and a toggle button
Connectivity
Power 3-cell (28 WHr) or 6-cell (55 WHr) high capacity lithium-ion battery
Dimensions 261.4 mm × 166.2 mm × 26.7 mm 10.30 in × 6.54 in × 1.05 in
Weight 1.19 kg (2.6 lb)
Predecessor HP 2133 Mini-Note PC

The HP Mini 2140 is a netbook produced by Hewlett-Packard. It is an update to the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC which was announced in early January 2009.

Details

The new components are a 1.6 GHz single-core Intel Atom processor, a 10.2-inch "standard definition" or "high definition" (1024×576 or 1366×768 pixel) LED-backlit LCD display (with a glass cover and acrylic coating), an Intel GMA 950 graphics adapter, and a 160GB HDD (5400 or 7200rpm) or 80GB solid-state drive. Operating systems available are similar to those for the Mini-Note 2133: SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop, FreeDOS, Windows Vista (Home Basic or Business), Windows XP Home (only on 1GB RAM models) or Professional (through downgrade rights from Vista Business).[9]

Its features, accessories and appearance are otherwise identical to the HP 2133, however HP predict that the new processor and screen will give it up to 8.5 hours of run time on the 6-cell battery. A docking station will be made available. The updated machine was initially available in various configurations with prices starting at $499USD for a system with the "standard definition" display, hard disk drive, 1GB of RAM, and 3-cell battery, without Bluetooth or 802.11n support, running Windows XP Home.[10][11]

HP Mini 2140 now appears to be a discontinued product. HP Mini 2150 is contemplated and was scheduled to launch in June 2009.

Reception

A review by Laptop Magazine (of a system with a 1024×576 pixel display and 2GB of RAM running Windows XP) has complimented HP for addressing common criticisms of the earlier model. The reviewer notes that the Mini 2140 produced much less heat, although the underside did become warm, and had much improved battery life compared to the Mini-Note 2133. Their system continuously loaded websites for 3 hours and 32 minutes on the small 3-cell battery, and 7 hours and 19 minutes on the larger 6-cell battery. However, the reviewer chided HP for the low resolution display which showed approximately "two lines" less than netbooks with 1024×600 pixel displays. Otherwise, praises and criticisms of the 2140 were similar to those for the 2133. The magazine gave the system their "Editor's Choice" award.[12]

Similar products from HP

A new HP notebook similar in appearance to the Mini-Note, called the HP Mini 1000 Vivienne Tam Edition, was unveiled in October 2008, with a launch expected for December that year.[13] The small pink computer is a collaboration with fashion designer Vivienne Tam, and has a 10-inch screen, a 1.6 GHz Intel Atom processor, 1GB of RAM, and an 80GB hard disk drive. A few days later, a black notebook of otherwise similar appearance called the "HP Mini 1000" was informally revealed by a banner on the company's store, and officially announced on the 29 October 2008. Unlike the 2133, this device is meant for the home market.

5103 notebook

The HP Mini 5103 Notebook is a touch screen based mini notebook announced in 2010. Compared to the HP Mini 210, it had advanced features like touch screen, Intel Atom N550 Processor.

Comparison of HP mini 210 and HP Mini 5103
Number Feature HP mini 210 HP Mini 5103
1 Processor Intel Atom N455/475 Intel Atom N550
2 Processor Technology [Single Core] Dual Core
3 Memory Support DDR3 DDR3
4 HD Speed 7200 RPM 7200 RPM
5 Face recognition Yes Yes
6 Touch Screen No Yes
7 Weight in pounds Approx. 3 Approx. 3
8 Finishing Metallic Look with Plastic Metallic look
9 Battery Backup (terms of processor) 10 hours 8 to 10 hours
10 Battery Type 6 Cell 6 Cell
11 Price 329.99 USD 399.99 USD
12 Size Ultraportable Ultraportable
13 Screen size 10 inch 10 inch

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