HP's eeePC killer HP 2133 Mini-Note PC launches; priced at USD 500

[bluetooth]

Content starts here

HP Introduces Full-function Mini-notebook PC for Education Market
PALO ALTO, April 8, 2008

To help schools offer affordable computing to every student, HP today introduced a full-function, mini-notebook PC priced starting under $500.(1)

Designed for the education market, the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC is flexible enough for students to use from the classroom to the family room.

At slightly more than two and one-half pounds,(2) the HP Mini is smaller and lighter than many math or science books. It includes a suite of wireless,(3) multimedia and security capabilities to allow students to learn everywhere they go – from class to home, from field trips to vacations.



The HP Mini is packed with a combination of features to boost productivity and improve the overall mobile experience, including:

* Simple, refined design and anodized aluminum shell that is sleek and sturdy yet lightweight;
* HP DuraKeys, featuring a clear coating applied over the notebook keyboard that protects the finish and printed letters and characters;
* An HP 3D DriveGuard, which sends a signal to shut down the hard drive upon sudden movement or shock by using a three-axis digital accelerometer chip
* Scratch-resistant display and magnesium hinge bracket
* A large 8.9-inch diagonal WXGA display, user-friendly full keyboard (QWERTY) and touchpad;
* Ability to view video, still-image capture, web conferencing or video-enhanced instant messaging(3) with no additional hardware to buy or carry. An optional(4) integrated VGA webcam enables video and still-image capture to allow the addition of photos and video clips to presentations, documents and email;
* Two battery solutions – three-cell for lightest-weight configurations or optional(4) six-cell for longer battery life;
* Wireless technologies such as integrated Wi-Fi Certified WLAN(3) and optional Bluetooth™, allowing students to access the Internet as well as communicate via email, IM, chat, VOIP and blogging. The wireless technologies also enable connections at hotspots as well as with Bluetooth devices such as printers, mice and headsets; and
* Optional(4) Absolute Software’s Computrace(5) allows IT professionals to work with local law enforcement to track and help recover stolen or missing computers, inventory computers district wide and detect changes in hardware and software.

The HP 2133 will sell at USD 500, it has a 8.9" screen and weighs 2.8 (1.27kg) pounds. It has built in WIFI, Durakeys, 3D drive guard etc.

The specs of the machine are as follows :

VIA C7-M ULV 1.2GHZ
1GB DDR2 677 (1 DIMM slot)
VIA Chrome 9 graphics
160G SATA HDD
8.9" LCD Screen
supports HD Audio
Broadcom 11B/54G, Bluetooth 2.0, 10/100/1000 Ethernet
Weight :1.27 kg

[bluetooth]

Operating system	Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic 32
Processors available	VIA C7-M ULV processor (1.2 GHz, 128 KB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB)

Memory
Memory	1 GB 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
Memory slots	1 DIMM

Storage
Hard drive	160 GB 5400 rpm SATA

Graphics and Input/Output devices
Display size	8.9-inch diagonal WXGA
Graphics	VIA Chrome 9
Integrated camera	VGA camera

Audio, Slots, and Ports
Audio	ADI1984HD High Definition CODEC; 24-bit DAC; Integrated stereo speakers; Stereo headphone/line out; Stereo microphone in
Ports	Standard: 2 USB 2.0 1 microphone in 1 headphone/line-out 1 external VGA monitor 1 RJ-45 1 AC power
Slots	1 Express Card/54 1 secure digital

Communication features
Network interface	10/100/1000 NIC
Wireless	Broadcom 802.11a/b/g Bluetooth 2.0

Product specifications
Weight	2.8 lb (1.27 kg)
Dimensions (w x d x h)	10.04 x 6.5 x 1.05 in (255 x 165 x 27 mm)

What's in the box
Battery	3-cell (28 WHr) high capacity Lithium-Ion

Manageability
Security management	Configuration Control Hardware; Memory Change Alert; Ownership Tag; Setup Password; Power-On Password; Kensington Lock Slot

Service and Support
Warranty - year(s)	HP Services includes a one-year standard parts and labor warranty, pick-up or carry-in, and toll-free 7 x 24 hardware technical phone support (depending on model). On-site service and warranty upgrades are also available.