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| Brand: Hewlett-Packard
Category: Personal Computer
List Price: $579.99
Buy New: $399.99
You Save: $180.00 (31%)
Rating:  65 reviews
Sales Rank: 47
Media: Personal Computers
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
CPU Manufacturer: VIA
CPU Speed: 1.2
System Bus Speed: 800
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Display Size: 8.9
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7
Dimensions (in): 10 x 6.5 x 1.1
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: KX869AT#ABA
Model: KX869AT#ABA
UPC: 884420001010
EAN: 0884420001010
ASIN: B00170IAUE
Release Date: April 29, 2008
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 6-10 of 65
 Powerful little machine, add memory for a better buy and buy Linux if you are ok about upgrading to XP Pro November 16, 2008
Debra Chong (San Francisco, CA United States)
I wanted a Netbook but needed a 1024 by 768 screen to run a software program for work. None of the Netbooks or HP mini offered this resolution other than the HP 2133. After reading all of the reviews here, I opted to purchase a HP 2133 because of the screen resolution, build (aluminum vs. plastic) and keyboard size and the recommendations on this site.
I purchased a Linux machine from ebay as it was a great deal upgraded to Windows XP Pro. If you plan on upgrading from Linux, make sure you read the site below if you have not done this before. All I had to do was to install the HP drivers from the HP site for XP to make everything work in XP Pro, wireless, webcam, etc.
Windows XP Pro works great on this machine and is snappy even with a 1.2 ghz processor and 1G RAM. I've upgraded by spending [...] on a 2G RAM module from Crucial which I also got at Amazon and it boots up quicker. [...] to learn how to upgrade RAM, change from Linux to XP Pro, etc. Adding RAM was easy and took five minutes. Recommend that you get a screwdriver that is magnetic as the screws are small and the magnet driver holds onto the screw while you place it back for installing.
The screen is brighter than my Dell XPS 1230 (I also have a Dell 1330) and I had a Dell X1 that was similar in footprint to the HP 2133. which had less screen resolution, a dull screen, slower processor, less RAM and hard drive memory. The key board takes a little of getting used to but not long and I am moving along typing my review.
I have installed Open Office as I want to check this out vs. Windows Office. Works great. Plan on using this machine on business trips as I use Folder Share and have access to all my documents on my main laptops. Carrying 2.5-2.8 pounds in a small form is great vs. more weight.
Haven't checked out the battery power but I expect that I will pick up a 5 hour battery or another 2.5 hour one depending upon price.
Go with Linux and 1.2 ghz processor if you can upgrade to XP Pro. It's a lot expensive than purchasing the XP Pro or Vista version if you don't need the extra processing power or hard drive. 120 GB is fine, that's a lot of memory even for iTunes videos and songs.
Very pleased with purchase November 15, 2008
ekimnarfnas (San Francisco, CA USA)
I've been using Linux on desktops for about 12 years, so I was very pleased to see H-P selling and supporting Linux. Reviews of the Windows Vista models have been awful - sluggish performance, short battery life, high heat issues, etc. In fact, H-P sells a downgrade to Windows XP because the performance using Windows Vista is so bad. It's amazing how a machine can be transformed by loading a well designed operating system. All of the above is why I chose the Linux OS.
The 2133 Mini Note is very small and light. But for a unit this size the keyboard is very usable. The software shipped with this laptop is quite extensive. Everything you need is there. The original font size with Firefox was too small to read, so I adjusted it up now and the screen is very bright and legible. The arrangement of the glide pad buttons (on either side of the pad) takes a little getting used to, but it works well. In all, I'm very happy with the Mini-Note.
One minor glitch I encountered was that I couldn't connect to my home wireless network. After several attempts I called H-P support. The problem was the original software didn't see the internal Broadcom Ethernet Internet Controller. H-P express mailed me a revised disk image of SUSE Linux. (There is no internal CD/DVD drive so you need to get one that will work with the USB port) The CD arrived in 2 days and with the new image loaded the wireless worked perfectly. H-P's support was excellent.
Hands down the best hardware for a netbook. SW needed modding November 11, 2008
H. M. Jones (SC, USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Linux users please read this! And if you're a Windows user willing to try something different *cough* better, read on...
I bought the KX869AT, 1.2 GHz with SUSE Linux Enterprise. First, the hardware you get from HP is absolutely unrivaled. I saw a few netbooks in electronics stores after I bought this and they don't come close to the quality of the HP 2133. Everything is business class. It's amazing how much keyboard you get in such a small package. The case is tough and does a decent job of hiding fingerprints. Some may not prefer the reflective screen, I like it. The 1280x768 resolution is unmatched. My take on the heat issue is it doesn't get any hotter than a normal laptop. The buttons on either side of the touchpad is easy to get used to. So, for the price, you are getting an awesome piece of equipment.
Now the OS and software is a different story. The 5 star rating is conditional... let me explain. I'm a regular Linux user, preferring Gentoo. So SLED didn't frighten me. I knew if I didn't like it I could install the flavor of my choice. And that's exactly what happened. Two problems - if you aren't familiar with SLED package management and used to emerge, apt-get or RPM, you're gonna hate it. I tried my best for 2 days to use their restrictive updating system. It's not worth it. Second, like other reviewers, I lost wireless functionality as soon as I did a software update. Thanks to the gentleman who pointed out this Ubuntu install guide, https://wiki.ubuntu.com/LaptopTestingTeam/HP2133, I was up and running with a fully functional computer in a few hours! Everything works flawlessly. Only thing I have left to test is the webcam. So, like I said, this baby gets 5 stars on the condition that SLED is replaced with Ubuntu. Bottom line, buy this HP netbook. You won't regret it.
this is the perfect umpc November 6, 2008
A. Chu (New York City)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
When I was looking for an umpc, this machine was my first choice. But at that time, it was the most expensive one on the market (about $600) and i settled for a $3xx EEEPC 900. After 1 month with the EEEPC, i just can't handle the tiny keyboard. Everything else about the EEEPC was good for my purpose.
Then i saw this HP mininote on sale in Amazon for $299 and I immediately went for it. I got a basic model with 512m ram and 4gb SDD. I upgraded it with 2gb ram and a 250gb hdd ( cost about $100 in total), put XP Pro in it and the machine screams !!
In comparison, it is way way way faster than the EEEPC. I can open up 3 or 4 applications in HP mininote and there is minimal lag. The keyboard is like fullsize to me and i am writing this review on it with so much ease.
If you are looking for one of these UPMC, this is the one to get. But you MUST, you MUST put 2gb or ram in it to make it workable.
HP is coming out with the mininote 1000, slightly bigger with a bigger screen. But then it loses the metal casing and turning it into an ugly plastic notebook. Adding these patterns on the plastic is useless since it is still plasticky.
I highly recommend this machine.
 Disappointing November 5, 2008
W. J. Mayr (East Bay, CA)
2 out of 5 found this review helpful
Before I start you should know I am not a Linux user, but thought I would try it out. I rather liked it. I gave the two stars because the keyboard is great and the machine itself is sturdy and the monitor is nice and bright. However...
After charging the battery fully I went through the set up and right after I completed it the computer froze. I thought it was a fluke and took it to class with me. I shut the screen and the computer did go to sleep, but it would not come back on. I removed the battery and rebooted it and ofcourse the next time I closed it at break it happened again.
My battery that was fully charged did not last even two hours! I am not super savvy about computers so I am not going to go down that tech support road trying to fix this obvious flaw.
I am returning it and will look for something more dependable.
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