Fujitsu Q2010 Notebook
The Fujitsu Q2010 notebook is an ultra portable laptop that you can pack in any style of laptop bag and taken anywhere you travel. The widescreen display makes it easy to view web pages or documents. It is bright and crisp. While some people may find the keyboard tricky to use at first, it is a very comfortable keyboard to use. You can always go with an external keyboard if you really can’t adjust.
I do strongly recommend getting an additional battery for when you will be without an external power source.
Pros
- Only weighs 2.2lbs.
- Very good display.
- Integrated fingerprint sensor.
- Windows Vista capable.
Cons
- Keyboard may be frustrating for users with big hands.
- Definitely need a second battery especially when using Wi-Fi.
Description
- Processor: 1.20 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB.
- Display: LCD, 12.1″ Crystal View WXGA display. LED backlit. Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950.
- Hard Drive: Options include 80GB, 40GB or 30GB, 4200 rpm, P-ATA 100, shock mounted.
- Connectivity: Multinational 56K V.90 modem, Gigabit Ethernet LAN, Integrated Wireless LAN, Bluetooth is also an option.
- Card Slots: 1 Type I/II PCMCIA slot, 1 SD slot.
- Ports: 2 USB 2.0, IEEE 1394(4-pin), External monitor & Gigabit Ethernet via VGA/LAN adapter, Docking port.
- Security: AutheTec Fingerprint Sensor with TruePoint Technology, Trustted Platform Module (TPM), TCG 1.2 compliant.
- Battery: Main - up to 1.75hrs. High Capacity Main (4 cell) - up to 3.75hrs. High Capacity (6 cell) - up to 7hrs.
- Weight: With main battery - 2.2lbs, with 4-cell battery - 2.4lbs, with 6-cell battery 2.7lbs.
- Docking Station: Has an optical drive which can provide a DVD/CD combo writer or DVD with CD writer.
Guide Review - Fujitsu Q2010 Notebook
The Fujitsu Q2010 I received for review included the optional dock and an extra battery. It has Windows XP Pro and is Vista capable. The hard drive was 80GB and it had 1GB of RAM.The docking station is a great accessory to have with this laptop, especially if you use CD and DVD’s on a regular basis. It doesn’t add much to the weight or overall dimensions of the Q2010. With the docking station attached, the size is close to that of most other ultra portable laptops. The dock includes a LAN adapter, mic and headphone jacks, four USB ports and an external monitor adapter.
Setting up a connection to the various Wi-Fi networks I used during the review time was painless. It went very smoothly each time.
The feature I like best is the display. Now some may wonder what can be so great about a display that is just 12.1”. Keep in mind this is a wide view display and I found no problems viewing web sites or any documents. The brightness is adjustable and the results are very crisp and clear.
I did find that that battery that came with the Q2010 didn’t last very long and I had to spend time ensuring it was staying charged. As an extra battery was included, I did switch the batteries as needed. It is a wise idea to purchase an additional battery.
Overall, I did enjoy using the Fujitsu Q2010. I do have small hands and found that using the keyboard was easy. This will not hold true for those with larger hands. I feel the trade-off for how functional and the small size is well worth adapting to the keyboard.
If you are looking for a new laptop and wish to go with an ultra portable, the Fujitsu Q2010 is definitely worth a look
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