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Acer Aspire TimelineX AS1830T-3721 11.6-Inch Laptop (Black) | 
| Brand: Acer
Category: Personal Computer
Buy New: $709.00
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Seller: RCS Experience
Rating:  13 reviews
Sales Rank: 55
Color: Black
Media: Personal Computers
Batteries Included: Yes
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 1.2
CPU Type: Intel Core i5
Processors: 2
System Memory: 4
Memory Type: SODIMM
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Hard Drive Size: 500
Graphics RAM: 128
USB Ports: 3
Display Size: 11.6
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.1
Dimensions (in): 8 x 11.2 x 1.1
MPN: LX.PTV02.043
Model: AS1830T-3721
UPC: 884483363469
EAN: 0884483363469
ASIN: B003N3JJJY
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | The smallest member of the TimelineX Series | | • | Smart performance starts here with the new Intel Core i5 processor | | • | Intel HD Graphics provide superb visual performance for sharper images, richer color | | • | Charge up once and go from morning to night with the 5800 mAh battery, delivering up to 8 Hours of Battery Life | | • | Enjoy the thrilling sound of 2nd Generation Dolby Sound Room Audio Enchancement delivering spectacular surround sound |
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Product Description
11.6 4GB/500/WIN 7 HOME /I5-430UM BLACK
Amazon.com Product Description
Acer Aspire TimelineX 1830T-3721: Extreme Mobile Performance The next-generation of Acer's popular "all day computing" lineup, the 11.6-inch Aspire TimelineX 1830 (model AS1830T-3721) is an ultra-portable powerhouse that weighs just over 3 pounds yet packs in a full-size keyboard and ultra-low voltage Intel Core i5 dual-core processing. The TimelineX 1830 provides up to 8 hours of battery life thanks to a combination of Intel's Core processing technology and the LED-backlit display, which enables a 22.2 percent power savings compared with other notebook displays. You'll be able to remain productive as you work remotely from 9 to 5 without ever stopping to plug in and recharge, or keep yourself entertained throughout an entire coast-to-coast flight without worrying whether you'll make it to the end of your movie. Housed in premium, black brushed aluminum, the sleek TimelineX 1830 notebook measures just over 1 inch thin--making it extremely easy to carry, maneuver, and store while you're out and about but without sacrificing usability. And with a full-size keyboard for more accurate and comfortable typing and a multi-gesture touchpad for mouse-less, fingertip convenience, this ultraportable notebook functions like a much larger one. Burn through the hottest new digital media, content creation and advanced 3D gaming with the breakthrough performance of the Intel Core i5 ULV processor--with 4-way multitasking processor power to work on four tasks simultaneously. A Multi-Gesture Touchpad enables you to pinch, flick and swirl your fingers across the touchpad for more natural photo and video viewing as well as intuitive navigation of websites. An integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam delivers smooth video streaming and high quality images for online chats and business video conferences, even in low-light situations. The convenient Backup Manager software lets you easily select and protect your irreplaceable digital files through regular scheduled backups or on an as-needed basis. Data can be backed up to an external hard drive, flash drive, thumb drive, or to a secure hidden partition on their PC. Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to.  Averaging more than 8 hours of battery life, the Acer TimelineX sets a new standard for value, mobility and productivity. Click here for a larger image.  Handsome diamond-black chassis. Click here for a larger image. Note that this laptop does not include an optical drive, but you can use optional external DVD/CD drives that connect via USB. Key Features  - 11.6-inch LED-backlit widescreen display with 1366 x 768-pixel resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio and 200-nit high brightness.
- 1.2 GHz ultra-low voltage Intel Core i5-430UM dual-core processor for smart performance with a speed boost (1.73 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 3 MB L3 cache). Intel's Turbo Boost technology maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload--providing more performance when you need it the most. It also comes equipped with Intel HD Graphics--an advanced video engine that delivers smooth, high-quality HD video playback, and advanced 3D capabilities, providing an ideal graphics solution for everyday computing.
- 500 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
- 4 GB of installed DDR3 RAM
- Intel HD Graphics with 128 MB of dedicated system memory
- Multi-gesture touchpad supporting circular-motion scrolling, pinch-action zoom, page flip (Learn more)
- Crystal Eye webcam with 640 x 480 resolution and Acer Video Conference Manager software.
- Stereo speakers with 2nd generation Dolby Sound Room audio enhancement transforms the experience of movies, music, and games.
 - Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) for ultra-fast connectivity to home and business networks.
- Next-generation Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity provides faster throughput while minimizing on power requirements. It's compatible with new Bluetooth 3.0-enabled devices as well as backward compatible with older Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as printers and cell phones.
- Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
- HDMI port for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable. Also includes standard analog VGA video output.
- Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD)
- Three USB 2.0 ports
- Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
- Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It's the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process.
- Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Enjoy a 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007.
- Up to 8 hours of battery life from 6-cell battery (5800 mAh)
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.0 x 1.1 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 3.1 pounds
- Warranty: One-year parts and labor limited warranty with concurrent International Traveler's Warranty
- Energy Star compliant
What's in the Box This package contains the Acer Aspire Timeline AS1830T-3721 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions It also comes with the following software: McAfee Internet Security Suite (trial version); CyberLink PowerDVD; Google Toolbar; Acer eRecovery Management; Microsoft Works; Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Trial (60 days); Norton Online Backup Learn More A Multi-Gesture Touchpad allows you to pinch, flick and swirl your fingers across the touchpad for more natural photo and video viewing as well as intuitive navigation of websites. The Multi-Gesture Touchpad enables you to scroll, zoom in and out and flip through Web pages, photos, spreadsheets and more. The TouchPad can also be disabled with a one-touch button, eliminating accidental cursor movement with palms and wrists when using an external mouse. Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to. And with Windows Anytime Upgrade, you'll be able to add new features to your PC in as little as 10 minutes. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process, it requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings
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| Customer Reviews:
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 Pretty decent quality with great performance July 4, 2010
The UnderTaker (Monterey Bay)
25 out of 25 found this review helpful
Just received one of the very first AS1830T notebooks available in the US from Amazon.
Its for my wife who had been running off with my similar year-old 11.6" Acer AS1810tz.
I've been setting up and using her new 1830t i5-430 for a few days.
Took some learning time because she needs the multi-language features
now available with Win7 Ultimate, that previously required a hard drive
partition and the installation of more than one operating system.
Just wanted to say that I've been using both the new 1830t and my old
Acer 1810tz (SU4100) side-by-side and have rarely noticed the 1830t being faster.
The new 1830t measures faster in benchmark tests, but most users won't notice.
BTW... happy to report that Acer has dumped the Synaptics touch pad in the older series
in favor of the Alps Electric touch pad. Acer also replaced the small hardware
switches for wireless (& bluetooth) with function-F3 key control.
Overall, its a very nice machine. Display is bright and sharp.
Build quality seems decent. Keyboard is ok... seems the same as my AS1810tz.
Mouse buttons are stiff and clicky towards the center. Mushy and quiet towards the outside.
I suspect they will wear-in... but still acceptable as-is.
Battery is 5800 mAh verses 5600 mAh in the AS1810, but typical usage endurance
seems to have decreased from 7.5 hours in the AS1810 to around 6 hours in
the new AS1830t. I guess because of the increased power requirement of Intel's i5 chip.
I'm sure you could squeak out another hour using minimalistic settings.
It runs noticeably hotter than my AS1810tz, but not hot enough to be offensive.
So.. we will keep it.
She loves it already... really!
She carries it around the house like a new puppy.
(her 14" Lenovo T400 was always tabletop to briefcase, etc.)
Me... I'm now much more content with my little AS1810tz.
Probably won't bother to upgrade.
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July 9th, 2010 - Changed from 4 stars to 5 stars. Great little machine!
August 11th, 2010 - Ordered a second 1830T. Can't explain... I just want one for myself!
Great Ultraportable Notebook July 7, 2010
Jayayess1190 (Philadelphia, PA USA)
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
Before I even turned it on I put in the 160GB Intel G2 ssd that was previously in my Acer 3810t. Then once I turned on and after a few driver downloads and restarts, I had my original desktop and programs all ready to go. This machine is fast. I am coming from a 13.3" Acer 3810t that had a 1.4GHz SU9400. This 1830t is much faster. Programs open fast. I remember when I first got the ssd and put it in my 3810t and was amazed at the speed increase over the hard drive. Well now I am experiencing that feeling all over again, and I love it. Editing images is a much more pleasant experience. Where as Adobe Lightroom 3 and Corel Paintshop Pro X2 would be a little slow on the 3810t, they are both rockets on the 1830t. Overall I am glad I upgraded, as the new Core i5-430UM is a big speed boost over the Core 2 Duo SU9400. The computer is lightweight and easy to carry, and shall hold me over until 2013 when Intel launches Haswell processors and I upgrade again.
Pros for the 1830t:
Weighs only 3.1lbs.
Core i5 processor is very fast.
Fans are quieter than on my 3810t, but at full speed seem to be louder.
Fun to watch Turbo Boost do its thing.
Runs very cool, except for the left side which gets a little warm but never hot.
Cons:
Keyboad has more flex than the 3810t's.
I got an Alps touchpad, wish I had gotten one with Synaptics.
Touchpad is not recessed, looks pretty but I do not like this and is hard to use in low lighting.
No multimedia keys like on the 3810t.
Wish I had an Intel Wireless card, might change out the Broadcom.
Very good ultraportable July 17, 2010
Eddie (Memphis, TN USA)
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I'm pretty impressed that this computer comes with Windows 7-64 bit Operating System. Performance of the computer is excellent. It shuts down and starts up fast-just be sure to have the operating system and programs properly updated.
This computer is a bit bigger than most netbooks at 11.6 inches but in fact it is an ultra-portable. It is thin and light and just a great travel tool. The nearly full size smooth keyboard is a plus. Quality of build is solid. The fan is very quiet and the machine only gets slightly warm when used for prolonged periods. The speakers are not great but these are not used on plane flights out of courtesy to other passengers anyway. For home use, the device should be connected to external speakers. Movies and TV are streamlined very well.
The computer is compact and does not have a cd/dvd. This can be expected from notebook of this size. Storage is 500 gb. It can carry lots of music, pictures, and videos. With a drive this size, I decided to partition the drive into C/D.
I have not sat in a plane for 8 hours yet but I know for a fact, that the battery can deliver more than 5 hours on long trips. Therefore, for a frequent air traveler like myself, you should not have to be looking for a wall socket at each airport to recharge or use this computer. That does not mean that you should not carry the around the power cord- just in case.
For someone that travels a lot, I believe that this is a winner hands down. I have been researching this for a while and the alternatives are made by Sony (Sony X $1299.99) and Apple (MacBook Air $1499) which are very good but more expensive.
My writing is for someone that needs a travel tool that is light enough and capable enough. This is in my opinion an ultra-portable with much more computing power than a netbook. I have not loaded games and will not use it for this purpose either. Please also note that I am not affiliated to ACER either.
Great ultraportable; only a couple small 'gotchas' August 4, 2010
R. Riske (Illinois, USA)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Now that I've had a while to play with my Acer 1830T, I thought I'd give you guys the poop on this laptop.
First off, the form factor is excellent. It's small, light, and feels pretty solidly constructed. The textured lid is nice since it doesn't collect fingerprints and looks pretty slick too. In fact, the rest of the plastic body isn't glossy either except the bezel around the screen. The thermal design is pretty good with the exhaust vent on the left side and intake vents on the bottom. Under load it doesn't get super hot as long as you don't block the vents. The fan is very quiet even when running at full speed, and the keyboard never gets above "slightly warm." The LED backlit screen is very bright and crisp with no noticeably defective pixels. It's fantastic for watching 720p videos!
Input-wise, the keyboard is one of the best I've used on a netbook/ultraportable form factor. The important keys are all the correct (full) size, and while it's no Model M, the feedback is above average. The trackpad is not so great though. First of all, it's really small, which is completely understandable on a machine of this size, but it takes some getting-used-to. Second, the scrolling edge is not very precise, and won't work if you put too much pressure on it. Finally, the "multi-gesture" features are all but worthless. It seems like they're emulated in software, and the trackpad isn't sensitive enough to properly detect multiple fingers touching it.
The wireless card is Broadcom-based (not Intel like it says in the specs) and performs fairly well speed- and range-wise, but doesn't handle interference very well. My benchmark is my 3-year-old MacBook with an Atheros-based Airport Express card. That sucker could maintain a connection under all but the worst interference (microwave oven), but the card in the 1830T will drop the connection if a 2.4GHz cordless phone is near it. I swapped in an Intel 6200 card a week or so after I received the notebook, and it does seem to perform better in noisy environments. As a bonus, the Intel card is dual-band and works great with my 5GHz 802.11n base station.
Bluetooth works and successfully pairs with my mouse and phone. The Windows 7 BT stack is pretty nice and can do things like dial your phone, use the built-in mic and speakers as a speakerphone, and automatically configure dial-up networking for tethering. There is a quirk with how it's toggled on/off though. I initially thought that the laptop came without Bluetooth at all because of this, so pay attention if you're going to get one of these: the same keyboard combo used to toggle WiFi (Fn-F3) is ALSO used to toggle Bluetooth. Starting with both WiFi and BT disabled (wireless indicator light off), hitting Fn-F3 once will enable BT (indicator light still off), twice will disable BT and enable WiFi (indicator light turns on), three times will enable both (indicator light still on), and four times will disable both (indicator light off again). This is not documented ANYWHERE and I figured it out by trial and error.
Other than those few, admittedly small, issues, I'm very satisfied with the machine. Under "normal" usage - screen dimmed 50%, WiFi enabled, surfing in Firefox with the occasional Youtube video - I get a bit more than 6 hours of battery life, and this thing is wicked fast. It can handle Torchlight without stuttering and at a very playable framerate with all details on low and netbook mode enabled, so I can't complain about the integrated graphics. I couldn't seem to get VLC's new hardware acceleration capability working properly, but it doesn't really matter that much because the processor is beefy enough to handle all the high-def videos I've thrown at it.
One of the best portable laptops available August 1, 2010
David J. Oconnor
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Pros:
+Roughly 3 lbs.
+Vivid LED Screen
+Great, almost full sized key board
+HDMI Output
+Flawless 720P playback
+Spacious Hard Drive
+Superb battery life
+Does not run hot
+TurboBoost!
Neutral:
=No DVD player/burner
Cons:
-Trackpad needs tweaking to be halfway decent
-Lacks dedicated Home and End keys
-Speakers are weak
-5400 RPM Hard drive (slow!)
-Can't output 1080P without stutter
-Does not handle 3D applications, such as games, well.
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I've owned this Acer for approximately 3 weeks. I bought it primarily for portability purposes, however, I wanted it to be able to act as a pseudo-media player if needed. Netbooks are great in terms of price, but for outputting video they are inept. This CULV notebook does almost everything I could wish and the pros greatly outweigh the cons.
It is highly portable, extremely responsive, and has excellent battery life. I just migrated from a Dell Inspiron E1505 with a 15" screen, and admittedly, the 11.6" screen of the Acer seemed a little small at first and typing was a bit awkward, however, with a little tweaking (such as enabling auto-hide Taskbar, customizing Firefox to maximize screen real estate, and brushing up on keyboard hotkeys) this little machine has come to be my primary means for interacting with the web and outputting videos to my HDTV.
With power saver settings I can get around 9 hours or battery life pending no video or music is being played. With either music or video, the battery drops to about 5 or 6 hours. HD full screen video non-outputted will be about 3-4 hours or so.
The cons are fairly superficial. This laptop does have a slow start up time (60-75 seconds before a web browser is open), but 90% of the time I keep the computer in sleep mode, which takes about 15 seconds to fully awaken from. The computer would greatly benefit from a solid state drive.
My one big complaint has been the track pad. It is a little small and unresponsive. Scrolling or using multitouch is painful. I've had to tweak it in the control panel to make it even semi-useful, however, my solution has been to master keyboard hotkeys as a means for interacting with the laptop. Pg Up and Pg Dn will become your greatest friends. Side Note: the speakers are pitifully weak without headphones.
These are relatively minor complaints though. Investing in keyboard hotkeys is one of the best decisions I've ever made. If you are interested in purchasing this notebook, recognize it for what it is. It will not play Crysis. Starcraft II is barely playable on lowest settings. It is not meant for gaming. It is meant for web surfing, word processing, and HD playback. If these are the qualities you are looking for in a notebook, look no further. I could not have asked for a more capable computer.
(It is also worth noting that there is no DVD drive in this system. It cuts down significantly on the weight and size of the machine, however, it does make installing items from DVD's interesting. The reason I did not list this as a pro or con is simply because I almost never use the DVD player on my laptop. Most applications can be downloaded from the internet or booted via USB flash drive. I figure the increased portability and the lack of access to DVD's negate one another)
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