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hussam_o_r
does any one know where the ram who comes in the wind u100 from factory is located? and how to reach? coz i think ori is 533 MHz and other one i bought is muskin 667 MHz
and on everest does not show ram type or speed
iRonTech
QUOTE(hussam_o_r @ Jul 24 2008, 03:25 PM)
does any one know where the ram who comes in the wind u100 from factory is located? and how to reach? coz i think ori is 533 MHz and other one i bought is muskin 667 MHz
and on everest does not show ram type or speed
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if not too sure, better return to your seller ask for favour smile.gif

check with your msi seller & main distributor any void warranty if DYI first. you need to open up entire bottom cover
cloud9_lee
i just wonder how to install windows vista by myself into Wind if without DVD drive?
scripted
use an external dvd drive lor

or connect the desktop's dvd drive to the wind using the external 3.5inch hardisk casing
blacktrix
cloud9_lee, don't use Vista on the Wind... it will slow it down to the point that it's hardly usable. TRUST ME ON THIS.
Stick with XP or Linux.

Oh yeah, back from my US trip and the Wind holds up AMAZINGLY. Because of the small size of the Wind, it's really handy to take out during the Security check in the US. Awesome awesome awesome piece of machinery.
mafeya
QUOTE(blacktrix @ Jul 24 2008, 11:17 PM)
cloud9_lee, don't use Vista on the Wind... it will slow it down to the point that it's hardly usable. TRUST ME ON THIS.
Stick with XP or Linux.

Oh yeah, back from my US trip and the Wind holds up AMAZINGLY. Because of the small size of the Wind, it's really handy to take out during the Security check in the US. Awesome awesome awesome piece of machinery.
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That is not true. Im running vista ultimate with aero. Able to play WoW. However it has 2GB of ram instead of 1.
daijoubu
QUOTE(blacktrix @ Jul 24 2008, 11:17 PM)
cloud9_lee, don't use Vista on the Wind... it will slow it down to the point that it's hardly usable. TRUST ME ON THIS.
Stick with XP or Linux.

Oh yeah, back from my US trip and the Wind holds up AMAZINGLY. Because of the small size of the Wind, it's really handy to take out during the Security check in the US. Awesome awesome awesome piece of machinery.
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But according to here : http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4505
Vista > XP on Wind unsure.gif
dirsly
QUOTE(cloud9_lee @ Jul 24 2008, 10:06 PM)
i just wonder how to install windows vista by myself into Wind if without DVD drive?
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i read the review.. just google it bck...
iRonTech
QUOTE(mafeya @ Jul 25 2008, 12:10 AM)
That is not true. Im running vista ultimate with aero. Able to play WoW. However it has 2GB of ram instead of 1.
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drool.gif how the aero performance on Wind? drool.gif drool.gif

QUOTE(daijoubu @ Jul 25 2008, 12:30 AM)
But according to here : http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4505
Vista > XP on Wind unsure.gif
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nod.gif the performance test figures tell the truth thumbup.gif
Hico
confusing confusing...different review will give different answer..only try yourself then u know the truth
iRonTech
QUOTE(Hico @ Jul 25 2008, 08:40 AM)
confusing confusing...different review will give different answer..only try yourself then u know the truth
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blink.gif mind to share your review links ?
blacktrix
Well from what I heard, vista on the Wind = slower performance.
But will have to install it for myself it.

I'm more tempted to replace it with OSX though tongue.gif
WHITE ACE
Add in 2GB Ram sure fast lah~ it also depends how those apps consume d Ram. If it fully utilize but stil under 1GB then need not to waste money 2 upgrade or upgrade later better use d money to buy extra battery.

Sometime also depends on your luck, not every machine in d same batch was d same performance so they got this manufacturing WARRANTY,if yours is more prone to problems then u were probably d unlucky one and it usually not bout d spec.
LoLz
Am waiting for Dell E release on August or MSI 6 cells, by that time i may also opt for Asus 901. Mid August wil b probably cheaper. Imagine that u can save somewhere RM 200 by tat time in jus 1month laps. RM200 i may buy 16GB SD card for Asus 901 or any of it. D big picture in mind is worth waiting jus a month.
Good luck.
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Hico
QUOTE(iRonTech @ Jul 25 2008, 09:29 AM)
blink.gif mind to share your review links ?
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I read too many till i confuse oledi..so i dun wan to take in heart anymore..just go and try it..look at it...love it...then angkat it home! easy as 123... tongue.gif
jinaun
hmmm.. played with wind in lyp..

i notice its vibrating.. coz of the hdd???
blacktrix
Could be the fan. It runs pretty hard when it's under alot of pressure. But the good news is that the heat dissipation is excellent because of that.

Would have a month before I have to take my Wind back on the road (this time, Europe), so will experiment first had with a few operating systems and see how.
booby
Any news about the promotion for the coming PC Fair for MSI Wind? Into consideration of getting one if there's a good bargain blush.gif

Btw how many available colors are there?
aindejeje
QUOTE(booby @ Jul 25 2008, 07:59 PM)
Any news about the promotion for the coming PC Fair for MSI Wind? Into consideration of getting one if there's a good bargain  blush.gif

Btw how many available colors are there?
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should be same
just get more cheap2 freebies rolleyes.gif
jumanz
i think the mail colours are black white and pink ~ i wonder do they have a 6cell batt version
august8
QUOTE(blacktrix @ Jul 25 2008, 10:39 AM)

I'm more tempted to replace it with OSX though tongue.gif
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You mean like this?
daijoubu
for wind users, may i know how long roughly you can use the wind (on its 3 cell batt) before it requires a charge? normal usage smile.gif
jinaun
i heard that they are bringing in wind 9" specially for this pcfair. complete with windows for abt 1.6k
daijoubu
really? but its not even launched yet in malaysia hmm.gif
nevertheless, i want the 10.1" one
z3171600
Have anyone seen wind 6 cell on sale in Malaysia? Seems like the official price in US is 549 but I bet it will be close to 2000MYR in Malaysia.
daijoubu
im hoping it'll be available in PC fair
still dont know wind vs 1000h which is better =.=
jinaun
is there any 9" wind in pcfair??

if not means distro tak sempat bring it in.. sad.gif damn
Secondhand
i m wondering is this MSI Wind good??? anyone here encounter any problem or limitation yet???

i m planning to get the MSI Wind U100 for this coming PC Fair. with additional of external DVDRW Drive. everything is in with Genuine Windows XP Home.

RM1899 + RM200 = RM2099. (worth buying?)

good for me to traveling around, surf at outstation, play RMVB, bluetooth to my phone and online with 3G, and also bluetooth with my HOLUX GPS.

with the add-on GPS installed, no more problem for me to traveling in Kedah and rural place in Malaysia.

i got the price in http://www.computerwar.com.my
they are in PC Fair KLCC, Hall 1, Booth 114.

i think this store sapu all the stocks... i have search for it in else where, cannot get.

anyone else got other source? please guide. any stall in LOW YAT selling it??



ajay67
the only real limitation with wind is the 3-cell battery IMO. if you are happy with that then it's a fine machine


Added on August 1, 2008, 12:32 pmoh..just saw that computerwar website... got 6-cell version for RM2188 with free MSI mouse, for those interested..
raoul
2188 for Wind 6 cell...freaking overprice....ideal price should be not above 1.8k...otherwise go for Eee PC 901 6 cell for 1699.
Hico
too expensive!
iRonTech
QUOTE(raoul @ Aug 1 2008, 01:30 PM)
2188 for Wind 6 cell...freaking overprice....ideal price should be not above 1.8k...otherwise go for Eee PC 901 6 cell for 1699.
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blink.gif Rm2188? for additional 3 cell? sweat.gif sweat.gif
Hico
QUOTE(Hico @ Aug 1 2008, 02:06 PM)
too expensive!
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Whats the different with 1000h???
ajay67
1000h is RM1999 is it? so can compare direct with wind 2188, both 6-cell. still i prefer 901 wink.gif
jamezco
wahhhh RM2188 ... daylight robbery !

eh but it's Limited Love Edition wor... looks quite cool but a bit girly
roksta
Computer War selling MSI Wind Rm1899 3 cells battery with XP. I think we better wait a few more weeks as in the US, the 6 cells are selling for US550~RM1800. As more dealers stocks on the Wind, price will surely drop. There will be competition also from Dell E.


Added on August 1, 2008, 4:35 pmASUS Eee PC 1000H vs. MSI Wind: 10-inch Mini-Notebook Face Off
http://www.laptopmag.com/review/laptops/ee...nd-faceoff.aspx
Verdict

On paper, the Eee PC 1000H and the MSI Wind NB are evenly matched, especially considering there same $549.99 price tag. In our close, the Wind took two rounds, the Eee PC 1000H took one, and one ended in a tie.

Certainly the Eee PC 1000H is a strong mini-notebook. It has a stunning design, strong speakers, and solid performance and battery life. But if you are looking for the best 10-inch mini-notebook, the MSI Wind stands triumphant – though not by much.

Updated: 7/30/08 as of MSI's change in price

Winner: MSI Wind NB
Hico
wow..seems like both got its own strong point! really hard to choose!
jumanz
any news from PCfair ? what is the selling price in PCfair in PCFAIR for 3cell and 6cell?


really thinking of buying a unit
daijoubu
3 Wind sightings in PC Fair

1) Intel Atom roadshow, can test Pink coloured MSI Wind together with Aspire One and EEE PC 1000

2) Computer War
Black Linux - RM1750 (they changed to RM1638 after told of MTEC's RM1688)
White XP - RM1899
Pink XP - RM1899
White Love 6 cell - RM2188

3) MTEC
Black Linux - RM1688 (can nego to RM1620)

A call to MSI distro in malaysia says that there is no 6 cell except the MSI Love. 6 cell batteries will come in the future, and est price is RM3xx.

Very tempting the black linux, but i dont like the colour sad.gif. Attracts oil easily. Gotta see how first la. Like the white very much. If only got 6 cell sad.gif.
jamezco
Actually can consider the White Love 6 Cell model ... i dont mind paying for a limited edition lappie =)
daijoubu
but its too, unprofessional (aka sissy) =.=
jamezco
lolx ... I'm in the advertising line.... CREATIVE MAH ... hehehehe
Gurdian
it's a shame the black linux doesnt come with Bluetooth...otherwise there wouldn't be much to think about anymore, sure buy edi.

Later down the road I dont mind paying for another 6 cell, den can use 3 cell as secondary batt
Charizard
I planning to get it. Anyway, can it able to do Pro-E? Cause I see it can support vista, if vista can work, pro e should can ba. If can, that wouldn't be awesome rclxm9.gif No one try to upgrade to 2GB ram? whistling.gif
jumanz
yeah the design i think is abit off


Added on August 2, 2008, 9:07 amhi the black linux edition selling for how much ? with how many GB ?
Secondhand
MSI Wind U100 (Black) also GOT bluetooth la.
MSI Wind U90 (Black) NO NO NO NO bluetooth !!!!


anyway, i have checked with MTEC...their model is Wind U90. which the screen size is smaller at 8.9" only....not so reasonable....screen res proportion not suit normal use....look a bit ugly.
the body size still same...i think bigger screen is easier for our eyes.

Where else the other booth, is MSI Wind U100...which is 10" and the screen res is higher.

the webcam for MSI U90 is lower at 0.3MP... do check again for the correct model. why MTEC never identify these spec clearly??? luckily i check it on the internet and called to Media Forte (the MSI authorized distributor).

i m going for MSI Wind U100 definately.
who else is selling in PC Fair KLCC, beside Computer War??

anyway, the promoter for Computer War quite leng lui...hehehee....i m going there later today to see them again. hahahaa.

HALL ONE, Booth 114 L.


Added on August 2, 2008, 9:38 am
QUOTE(Gurdian @ Aug 2 2008, 03:26 AM)
it's a shame the black linux doesnt come with Bluetooth...otherwise there wouldn't be much to think about anymore, sure buy edi.

Later down the road I dont mind paying for another 6 cell, den can use 3 cell as secondary batt
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MSI Wind U100 (Black) also GOT bluetooth la.
MSI Wind U90 (Black) NO NO NO NO bluetooth !!!! the price different is about RM100 only...what the heck.
with INTERGRATED bluetooth...worth it la.

i heard the battery price is going up again...the 6 cells is expected at RM400+ now. no confirmation yet. this was told by a guy
in the Computer War booth.

anyway, i have checked with MTEC...their model is Wind U90. which the screen size is smaller at 8.9" only....not so reasonable....screen res proportion not suit normal use....look a bit ugly.
the body size still same...i think bigger screen is easier for our eyes.

Where else the other booth, is MSI Wind U100...which is 10" and the screen res is higher.

the webcam for MSI U90 is lower at 0.3MP... do check again for the correct model. why MTEC never identify these spec clearly??? luckily i check it on the internet and called to Media Forte (the MSI authorized distributor).

i m going for MSI Wind U100 definately.
who else is selling in PC Fair KLCC, beside Computer War??

anyway, the promoter for Computer War quite leng lui...hehehee....i m going there later today to see them again. hahahaa.

HALL ONE, Booth 114 L.
daijoubu
QUOTE(Secondhand @ Aug 2 2008, 09:30 AM)
MSI Wind U100 (Black) also GOT bluetooth la.
MSI Wind U90 (Black) NO NO NO NO bluetooth !!!!
anyway, i have checked with MTEC...their model is Wind U90. which the screen size is smaller at 8.9" only....not so reasonable....screen res proportion not suit normal use....look a bit ugly.
the body size still same...i think bigger screen is easier for our eyes.

Where else the other booth, is MSI Wind U100...which is 10" and the screen res is higher.

the webcam for MSI U90 is lower at 0.3MP... do check again for the correct model. why MTEC never identify these spec clearly??? luckily i check it on the internet and called to Media Forte (the MSI authorized distributor).

i m going for MSI Wind U100 definately.
who else is selling in PC Fair KLCC, beside Computer War??

anyway, the promoter for Computer War quite leng lui...hehehee....i m going there later today to see them again. hahahaa.

HALL ONE, Booth 114 L.


Added on August 2, 2008, 9:38 am
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MSI Wind U100 (Black) also GOT bluetooth la.
MSI Wind U90 (Black) NO NO NO NO bluetooth !!!!  the price different is about RM100 only...what the heck.
with INTERGRATED bluetooth...worth it la.

i heard the battery price is going up again...the 6 cells is expected at RM400+ now. no confirmation yet. this was told by a guy
in the Computer War booth.

anyway, i have checked with MTEC...their model is Wind U90. which the screen size is smaller at 8.9" only....not so reasonable....screen res proportion not suit normal use....look a bit ugly.
the body size still same...i think bigger screen is easier for our eyes.

Where else the other booth, is MSI Wind U100...which is 10" and the screen res is higher.

the webcam for MSI U90 is lower at 0.3MP... do check again for the correct model. why MTEC never identify these spec clearly??? luckily i check it on the internet and called to Media Forte (the MSI authorized distributor).

i m going for MSI Wind U100 definately.
who else is selling in PC Fair KLCC, beside Computer War??

anyway, the promoter for Computer War quite leng lui...hehehee....i m going there later today to see them again. hahahaa.

HALL ONE, Booth 114 L.
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Is this confirmed? That the MTEC one is U90? Cause i am very tempted to get from Comp War already. Also, based on the specs on the comp war sheet, the Black Linux one does come with Bluetooth. I think the specs stated on Wiki is wrong.

Btw, I called to Jayacom, they said their Black XP Wind is RM1550. But i have a feeling its grey import unit.
jamezco
actually they kept saying that 6 cells batt prices will increase and stuff is it because they want to push their Wind for Love unit ?? or maybe cause the price diff from the normal unit to the Wind for Love unit price diffrence is RM300 and they tell u like ... ooo batt price going to increase faster buy our Wind FOr Love unit now ... more worth it ... blah blah blah

sales .... u did do anything to increase your quota ...
daijoubu
we'll i've checked with their distro and they say they've ordered the 6 cell from taiwan, but havent arrived
i think there is a waiting list for the 6 cell batteries
iRonTech
QUOTE(daijoubu @ Aug 2 2008, 11:24 AM)
Is this confirmed? That the MTEC one is U90? Cause i am very tempted to get from Comp War already. Also, based on the specs on the comp war sheet, the Black Linux one does come with Bluetooth. I think the specs stated on Wiki is wrong.

Btw, I called to Jayacom, they said their Black XP Wind is RM1550. But i have a feeling its grey import unit.
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have you checked about the Jayacom's MSI warranty as well? by who?
daijoubu
Went to Jayacom. Price of RM1550 is actually for U90 not U100. U100 one is RM1599. Distributor i THINK its from Enlight, instead of Media Forte.

Anyone got any luck from today's PC Fair?
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