

1280 x 800 WXGA Display - 1 GB RAM - 160 GB HDD - DVD-Writer - Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 - Webcam - Windows XP Home - 6 Hour Battery - MPN: 295954U See Product Details
Description
New to the whole notebook, netbook, laptop scene? Need a basic, super light and compact laptop for school? Or maybe you need a second computer for the family? The stylish and affordable IdeaPad S12 Netbook could be just what you're looking for. This netbook is ideal for web browsing, email, homework, listening to music, and more - all on the go.
Quick Glance
Product Type: Netbook
Operating System: Windows XP Home
Networking: IEEE 802.11b/g, Fast Ethernet
Display Type: VibrantView
Interface Type: 3 x USB 2.0, VGA Yes, Ethernet RJ-45 Yes
Green Compliance: EPEAT Silver
Video Chipset: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Processor Type: Intel Atom
Screen Size: 12.1
Processor Speed: 1600
Installed Memory: 1000
Hard Drive Size: 160000
Weight: 54.72
Summary
Product Title: Lenovo IdeaPad S12 12.1" Netbook - Atom N270 1.6GHz - Black
Manufacturer: Lenovo
Power Score: 3.6 | 5 Reviews
Processor
Processor Class: Intel Atom
Processor Speed: 1.60 GHz
Cache Size: 512 kB
Bus Speed: 533 MHz
Memory
Installed Memory: 1 GB
Maximum Memory: 2 GB
Memory Technology: DDR2 SDRAM
System
Laptop Type: Netbook
Input Devices: TouchPad
Interface Connection: 3 x USB 2.0, VGA Yes, Ethernet RJ-45 Yes
Slots: ExpressCard/34, Memory Stick
Display
Display Size: 12.1"
Aspect Ratio: 16:10
Display Type: VibrantView
Max Resolution: 1280 x 800
Video Chipset: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Storage
Hard Drive Capacity: 160 GB
Number of Hard Drives Included: 1
Solid State Drive Capacity: No
Features
Included Network Card: IEEE 802.11b/g, Fast Ethernet
Included Devices: Built-In Microphone Yes, Built-In Webcam Yes
Battery Life: 6 Hour
Green Compliance: EPEAT Silver
Software
Operating System: Windows XP Home
Dimensions
Height: 1.40"
Width: 11.50"
Depth: 9.10"
Weight: 3.42 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
More Info
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THE GOOD: Excellent keyboard, bright, crisp screen; ExpressCard slot. THE BAD: Same old Atom N270 processor. THE BOTTOM LINE: If youre looking for a comfortable Netbook with a 12-inch screen, the Lenovo IdeaPad S12 feels comfortable and light--but its no ultralow-voltage laptop.
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Eco-rate gives the Lenovo Ideapad S12 2959 4 stars based on its energy efficiency; level of toxic internal components; manufacturer's commitment to the EPEAT program; current purchase price; and other environmental and economic considerations...
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Performance is Average according to 10 Notebook experts. -- "The S12 is able to push discrete graphics through NVIDIAs Ion processing chip."-reviews.digitaltrends.com -- "midrange netbook performance"-maximumpc.com -- "big hard drive, better-than-average battery life"-pcworld.com Read more to find expert opinions on more features like Battery, Interface, Display, Multimedia, etc.
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Testseek.com has collected 32 expert reviews for Lenovo IdeaPad S12 - Intel Atom and the average expert rating is 74 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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Introduced in late May 2009 the S12 is a 12" netbook from Lenovo. Further bluring the lines between full out notebook and handicapped netbook, the S12 features a 12" screen with 720p capable 1280 x 800px resolution. Similar to the Asus N10, higher priced configurations of the device will also see a more powerful Nvidia graphics chip - part of Nvidias latest ION chipset - the 9400m, capable of...
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76% Positive (4 or 5)
2% Neutral (3)
22% Negative (1 or 2)
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