If I plan to use it to serve my computer, which means I do not need portability. Then do you think 07k is still a good choice at its price range?
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It's fantastic for headphones when used as a USB DAC on a pc. it's small and light and can charge off USB. From a sound quality point of view having it outside of the pc case as apposed to typical internal sound card avoids a lot of sources of noise. I'm very pleased with its sound quality output and I use it at my office for music listening with great results. The dual headphone outputs allow me to attach a pair of logitech ultimate ears, and a cheap set of speakers and swap between the two. I also it in my car with my Note 3 via an otg cable into my stereo aux. I'd say it's worth it especially because you'll have that versatility later if you want it. It's fantastic for headphones when used as a USB DAC on a pc. it's small and light and can charge off USB. From a sound quality point of view having it outside of the pc case as apposed to typical internal sound card avoids a lot of sources of noise. I'm very pleased with its sound quality output and I use it at my office for music listening with great results. The dual headphone outputs allow me to attach a pair of logitech ultimate ears, and a cheap set of speakers and swap between the two. I also it in my car with my Note 3 via an otg cable into my stereo aux. I'd say it's worth it... » Read More It's fantastic for headphones when used as a USB DAC on a pc. it's small and light and can charge off USB. From a sound quality point of view having it outside of the pc case as apposed to typical internal sound card avoids a lot of sources of noise. I'm very pleased with its sound quality output and I use it at my office for music listening with great results. The dual headphone outputs allow me to attach a pair of logitech ultimate ears, and a cheap set of speakers and swap between the two. I also it in my car with my Note 3 via an otg cable into my stereo aux. I'd say it's worth it especially because you'll have that versatility later if you want it. « Show Less
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it's an excellent choice, especially for smaller desks/laptop use. I use mine exclusively with this set-up. for its size, the device is fairly powerful to drive higher-ohm headphones.
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Really depends on the sound device your computer has and what you hope to get out of an attached device. A decent sound card will give you as a good a DAC as the one in this device, so you could most likely "get away with" a less expensive headphone-amplifier only - there's really no reason to pay for the DAC component if you don't need it.
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It's fantastic for headphones when used as a USB DAC on a pc. it's small and light and can charge off USB. From a sound quality point of view having it outside of the pc case as apposed to typical internal sound card avoids a lot of sources of noise. I'm very pleased with its sound quality output and I use it at my office for music listening with great results. The dual headphone outputs allow me to attach a pair of logitech ultimate ears, and a cheap set of speakers and swap between the two. I also it in my car with my Note 3 via an otg cable into my stereo aux. I'd say it's worth it especially because you'll have that versatility later if you want it.
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I don't believe this model was engineered to do this. I know they make one at about the same price that does. Go to FiiO's site. For my computer I use a little box made by NuForce and like it very much.
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I use it for the same reason you're asking about but don't expect optimum sound clarity with this device, I too was a little skeptical at first but it proved that it could handle the type of music I listen to. It will definitely increase your volume/bass/treble but that depends on you. I've tried many different types of computer speakers, high & low-end to boot and ended up returning a set of Bowers and Wilkins MM1's and ended up with the Bose system. If you listen to heavy-bass music, don't waste your time with it unless you have speakers that can handle the output. Yes, same applies to your headphones. I'm using the B&W; P7 and they sound great... IMHO. Hope this helps. I use it for the same reason you're asking about but don't expect optimum sound clarity with this device, I too was a little skeptical at first but it proved that it could handle the type of music I listen to. It will definitely increase your volume/bass/treble but that depends on you. I've tried many different types of computer speakers, high & low-end to boot and ended up returning a set of Bowers and Wilkins MM1's and ended up with the Bose system. If you listen to heavy-bass music, don't waste your time with it unless you have speakers that can handle the output. Yes, same applies to... » Read More I use it for the same reason you're asking about but don't expect optimum sound clarity with this device, I too was a little skeptical at first but it proved that it could handle the type of music I listen to. It will definitely increase your volume/bass/treble but that depends on you. I've tried many different types of computer speakers, high & low-end to boot and ended up returning a set of Bowers and Wilkins MM1's and ended up with the Bose system. If you listen to heavy-bass music, don't waste your time with it unless you have speakers that can handle the output. Yes, same applies to your headphones. I'm using the B&W; P7 and they sound great... IMHO. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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That is not something I use it for. I think based on what I have experienced though it would work fine. If that was what you wanted a pc for then I think the next model up would be better for the graphics you want. Better but not necessary. I am very happy with mine,
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I bought this because it is small and novel and because I wanted it. I've been building PC's as a hobby since about 1997. I'll be putting this on my bedroom chest of drawers as a means to watch my Blu-Ray movie collection over the network. It's replacing a small, but still too big, PC that's there now. I have a laptop with HDMI and Blu-Ray drive that I use on trips to watch movies and TV shows on the motel TV set. This isn't cheap, by any means, but it is much smaller than a laptop, and stays hooked up to my TV set. I have a total of $500 in it including the OS and wireless keyboard/mouse. The laptop I purchased was $700 and I had to buy an SSD to put in it for another $100. I bought this because it is small and novel and because I wanted it. I've been building PC's as a hobby since about 1997. I'll be putting this on my bedroom chest of drawers as a means to watch my Blu-Ray movie collection over the network. It's replacing a small, but still too big, PC that's there now. I have a laptop with HDMI and Blu-Ray drive that I use on trips to watch movies and TV shows on the motel TV set. This isn't cheap, by any means, but it is much smaller than a laptop, and stays hooked up to my TV set. I have a total of $500 in it including the OS and wireless keyboard/mouse.... » Read More I bought this because it is small and novel and because I wanted it. I've been building PC's as a hobby since about 1997. I'll be putting this on my bedroom chest of drawers as a means to watch my Blu-Ray movie collection over the network. It's replacing a small, but still too big, PC that's there now. I have a laptop with HDMI and Blu-Ray drive that I use on trips to watch movies and TV shows on the motel TV set. This isn't cheap, by any means, but it is much smaller than a laptop, and stays hooked up to my TV set. I have a total of $500 in it including the OS and wireless keyboard/mouse. The laptop I purchased was $700 and I had to buy an SSD to put in it for another $100. « Show Less
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Its an 9400 i believe. As far as gaming, well it really depends on the game. Its an atom processor, so you can check on-line for other computers with the atom and if it works fine on other systems, then it should be fine on this one. Everyone that ive talk to says win 7 will work fine. You will need an external CD drive. 1.6GH is a good speed for most applications. But anything that requires a power house for a computer, this will not work. Its made for simple day to day activitys or a workstation. A lot of people are using the HDMI out to use it as a media computer. linuxMCE is a good example, XBMC, or the win7 Media Center.
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Is a pretty good computer. As long as you are not having to do any video editing or gaming it is a good model.
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Usually the computer comes used with 2 gigabytes of RAM, and a 160G harddrive. The operating system is usually Windows 7. The computer has been a good stable, fast computer for us. I originally bought one for the oldest daughter, and when configuring it I found it to be very quiet and fast. So I have since bought 4 more. I would only buy one that was running Windows 7 Pro, and had at least an 80G harddrive. Since he is a student, he can buy Microsoft Office for about $70 dollars.I would highly recommend the computer. If you have future questions, please don't hesitate to ask. We just moved into a new home and I don't have internet yet, so I may be slow in answering.Good Luck Usually the computer comes used with 2 gigabytes of RAM, and a 160G harddrive. The operating system is usually Windows 7. The computer has been a good stable, fast computer for us. I originally bought one for the oldest daughter, and when configuring it I found it to be very quiet and fast. So I have since bought 4 more. I would only buy one that was running Windows 7 Pro, and had at least an 80G harddrive. Since he is a student, he can buy Microsoft Office for about $70 dollars.I would highly recommend the computer. If you have future questions, please don't hesitate to ask. We... » Read More Usually the computer comes used with 2 gigabytes of RAM, and a 160G harddrive. The operating system is usually Windows 7. The computer has been a good stable, fast computer for us. I originally bought one for the oldest daughter, and when configuring it I found it to be very quiet and fast. So I have since bought 4 more. I would only buy one that was running Windows 7 Pro, and had at least an 80G harddrive. Since he is a student, he can buy Microsoft Office for about $70 dollars.I would highly recommend the computer. If you have future questions, please don't hesitate to ask. We just moved into a new home and I don't have internet yet, so I may be slow in answering.Good Luck « Show Less
620375
I've run Hyper-V on this box, but I would not recommend. Limited RAM & CPU for much more than small biz server. But for a desktop for personal VMs, it's a good solid box. I upgraded the ram and added HD. You'll want to have your OS of choice on a bootable USB drive as there is no DVD drive in the base config.
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Great question. Simple answer, performance will be about the same, so go with the lower cost with higher reliability drive. For me, the choice was easy as it was quite a bit cheaper than the 7,200 models. A year later, I still love this little drive so I don't think you will have any issues if you follow in my tracks.
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I don't own one, but I've extensively researched it online and "played" with it at BestBuy. If you need a compact, advanced, wireless laptop then I don't see how you could go wrong here. With VMFusion or Paralells, you can even run Windoze on it without rebooting. This is a sweet piece of technology.
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I personally bought the eMachines eM250 (the exact equivalent of the Acer Aspire One D250, just rebranded) from Walmart for $228 by seeing it in the computer cage up in Maine. The EXACT same thing except WITH a bigger harddrive (250gig). Personally I love it, and even though the keys are slightly cramped (89%), I didn't want to deal with the Dell touchpad which is a pain in the butt. I'm a computer guy, and I played with it in a Staples to see if I liked it, but no thanks. Also the Acer/eMachines is a breeze to upgrade the RAM. Just remove a screw, pop out the 1 gig, and put in a 2 gig. So if I may, I would suggest stopping by Walmart to see if you can get lucky like me. Has a cool brushed nickel look to it too (but its plastic). I've put it through the ringer, and it is surpisingly pretty powerful! Here is the Amazon link to it: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00323G71S/ref=s9_simi_gw_s6_p147_t1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-3&pf_rd_r=0TVG5SXWRB9HWKSRM88K&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938811&pf_rd_i=507846
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At the current price - Yes Get it with 64Gig. Huge bang for your buck - yes. If you are an app junkie and must have thousands - probably not unless you are a techie that can convert and then sideload. Sideload alone is easy. If you want a very fast small form factor tablet - Yes. If you want an inexpensive but high quality 7" tablet that does have some limitations that may not bother you - Definetly Yes. Remember - It is not an IPad or high end ASUS Android so do not have those expectations. Still it satisfies all my needs and then some!
883133
Its a great netbook for that price. But It depends on what use you give it.Recomended for just browsing internet, facebook games, Word, and netflix. The Ram its small for this PC. I'm running it in all low quality to get more performance. Oh, and the wifi, have problems whit older routers, watch for routers who works with windows 8 wifi.
1930906
I think you'd like this laptop. Ease of use is more an operating system issue than the computer itself. This laptop comes with Windows 7 AND Windows 8 so you have a choice. A lot of people prefer the older Windows 7 environment and that's what's loaded. If you decide to move to Windows 8, the disks are provided for that. The computer itself is well laid out and the touch-pad works well as do the other features like the WiFi. As with any computer, there will be a learning curve, so don't expect to jump in without a little training or help. This laptop would be excellent for school and internet use. Nothing to maintain except the battery (needs a charge ever so often), and the keyboard is shielded so it's less prone to dust & gunk than some models.
773540
Yes it I'd expandableWhile the 4 GB is not much it runs Windows 7 just fine. Excellent performance as shipped.
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I would say the consequences are quite small. You're talking a second or milliseconds. IMO the 8gb of RAM is more important. I also prefer Windows 7 over Windows 8 This laptop is plenty sufficient for everyday use for the price. It is not a gaming laptop by any means. I highly recommend it. Plus, whatever computer/laptop you purchase, within 6 months there will always be something better. That is the nature of computer evolution.
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I love mine. I use it for business. It''s been a real work horse. It runs all my business programs, etc. I use my ipad mini to remote into it from the field and with the exception of a smaller HDD - upgrade to a bigger one if you are able - I can't complain. I HATE Windows 8 and refuse to support it. When Microsoft no longer supports Win 7 I will be getting a Mac. I'll never use 8 - ugh!
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My Techs chose this model as it is upgradable to 16MB (2 x 8MB sticks). The factory delivered 4MB stick must be removed. They run Windows 8 with Hyper-V and multple Windows Server 2008 R2 with no problems. The i7 processor is a work horse. A solid device.