Velocity Micro Notemagix M10 Gx 10.2-Inch Netbook (1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, XP Home, 6 Cell Battery) Burgundy | 
| Brand: Velocity
Category: Personal Computer
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Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 5424
Color: Burgundy
Media: Personal Computers
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: Yes
Operating System: Windows XP Home
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
Display Size: 10.20
Battery: 1 6-Cell Lithium-Ion
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.6
Dimensions (in): 9.8 x 7.3 x 1.1
MPN: NoteMagix M10 Gx
Model: Notemagix M10 Gx - Burgundy
UPC: 877935001200
EAN: 0877935001200
ASIN: B001RCUHEY
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| Features:
| • | 6-cell Lithium Ion Battery (6+ Hours) | | • | Trademark Expert Boutique Build | | • | Intel B+G Wifi | | • | 1 Year VelocityCare US based in-house and phone Technical Support |
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Product Description
Extended battery life, extended portability, endless style. This 10.2-inch widescreen netbook weighs just 2.5 pounds but packs enough muscle for the business traveler or student on the go. Fits perfectly into a handbag, briefcase, or backpack. A 6-cell Lithium Ion battery provides nearly 6 hours of extended run time and an exclusive netbook sleeve keeps your NoteMagix M10 GX in great condition. Custom burgundy fleck paint job gives your notebook a stylish look. And with Velocity Micro's award winning tech support and meticulous assembly, you know this is a notebook you can count on to tackle all of your tough mobile tasks. Specs on this netbook include an Intel Atom N270 processor, 160GB hard drive, 1GB premium memory, 3-in-1 media reader, 1.3 MP webcam, B+G Wifi, and Windows XP Home Edition. At Velocity Micro, we set our own standards. Then we surpass them. Since 1992, we've been in the business of building superior quality computers for users across the PC spectrum. From meticulously engineered desktops to expertly crafted netbooks, Velocity Micro's award winning precision and extraordinary value have helped make the boutique PC experience available to the mainstream user. The NoteMagix M10 GX is the perfect entry into the New PC Experience.
Amazon.com Product Description
Offering extended battery life, extended portability and endless style, the Velocity Micro Notemagix M10 Gx netbook weighs just 2.6 pounds but packs enough muscle for the business traveler or student on the go. The M10 Gx is highlighted by a 10.2-inch LCD screen and 6-cell battery for nearly 6 hours of use on a single charge, and this model features a glossy red finish with flecked accents. The M10 is light enough to go anywhere, and it fits perfectly into a handbag, briefcase, backpack or the included travel sleeve created by Swiss Case specifically for the M10. 
The Notemagix M10 Gx netbook in red. | 
A near full-sized keyboard for easy typing (see larger image). | Designed especially for mobile devices, this netbook is powered by the 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, which uses an innovative design structure and hafnium-infused circuitry to reduce electrical current leakage in transistors and thus conserve battery power. Other features include a 160 GB hard drive, 1 GB of RAM, 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g), integrated webcam and microphone for easy video chats, three USB ports, a VGA port for connecting to an external monitor, and a multi-format memory card reader. It comes preinstalled with the Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system, which offers more experienced users an enhanced and innovative experience that incorporates Windows Live features like Windows Live Messenger for instant messaging and Windows Live Mail for consolidated email accounts on your desktop. It also includes a 1-year warrant as well as Velocity Micro's award-winning tech support. Key Features - 10.2-inch screen with 1024 x 600-pixel resolution
- 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor combines performance and efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile (Learn more)
- 160 GB hard disk drive (5400 RPM) offers expansive storage for a wealth of video, pictures, documents, and MP3s.
- 1 GB of RAM provides plenty of memory for the installed Windows XP OS, offering a seamless experience even when multitasking.
- 1.3-megapixel webcam integrated into the LCD screen bezel makes taking photos or staying in touch with friends and family easy, even while on the road. Quick touch hotkeys and built-in microphone make using this webcam simple and intuitive.
- 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g)
- Fast Ethernet wired networking (10/100)
- Built-in stereo speakers
- Windows XP Home operating system (Learn more)
- Nearly 6 hours of battery life with included 6-cell battery--enables you to watch an entire movie or work through your whole plane ride on a single charge.
- Stylish carrying sleeve custom designed by Swiss Case protects your M10, keeping it safe from dirt and scratches.
- Dimensions: 9.7 x 7 x 1.2 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 2.6 pounds
- Warranty: 1 year for parts and labor, plus 1 year of regular business hour support
Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
The NoteMagix M10 Gx comes fully equipped with Wi-Fi for easy wireless connection to the web, fully compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks. The M10 Gx also offers the following connections: - 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from external DVD±RW drives to MP3 players
- Integrated 3-in-1 media card reader for easily accessing external data cards (compatible with Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard and Memory Stick media)
- 1 VGA monitor port
- 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
- 10/100 wired Ethernet connection
What's in the box
Velocity Micro M10 Gx netbook (red), power cord and adapter, 6-cell lithium-ion battery, custom M10 sleeve by Swiss Case, quick start guide, user manual, M10 Gx drivers disk for installing with an external DVD drive Learn More
The Intel Atom processor uses a brand new design structure that packs in 47 million transistors into a single chip sized at just 22mm (0.87 inches), and it uses just 2.5 watts of power--less than 1/10 of the 35 watts used by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor--for excellent battery management. This 1.6 GHz Atom N270 processor also includes a power-optimized front side bus of 533 MHz for faster data transfer on demanding mobile applications and a 512 KB L2 cache (which temporarily stores data).
Microsoft Windows XP SP3 provides the perfect platform to keep your M10 running smoothly and efficiently. Improved network connections make network set-up a snap and wireless networking support lets easily work offline anywhere near to the transmitter. Configuration Wizards simplify management of hardware and software settings, and it offers improved Power Management settings--allowing you to control your power consumption more carefully. Windows XP also includes features to protect your PC from hackers and phishers with the latest security enhancements and regular "patches" from Microsoft.
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 Don't buy unless you are new to computers. April 8, 2010
T.J. (Olympic Peninsula, WA.)
Velocity M10 Computer. Velocity Micro Notemagix M10 Gx 10.1-Inch Netbook (1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, XP Home, 6 Cell Battery) Black
I purchased this computer and found it to be inferior to all other computers I have owned. I contacted Velocity tech. support and was told they would work with me to make it right. I guess I am gullible, because I believed they wanted to Make It Right. The first one had problems, cover over web cam fell of when I took it out of the box. The SD card slot would not let the card be inserted more than 1/4 of the way. When you went to My Computer to locate the SD card, it did not show up, it was non existent. The speakers were inferior. I could not hear the person calling me and they could not hear me when the speakers were at full volume. I returned it and they sent me a new one. I was told that they would work with me until it was right. The new computer sent out was worse. The SD card still does not work, the mouse hits the middle of the screen like it is playing ping pong against itself. The camera is better but the speakers are still quiet, no volume. The computer shuts programs down at will. Every third or forth time I'm shutting down it sits at 'logging off' for hours, until I push the button to turn it off. I have tried the 'factory restore' mode, as requested by tech support, I get error reports corrupt partition. The battery is no more than 3 hrs. if you wanted to use the internet. It has many issues, now they are telling me it has been over 30 days and I cannot return the computer for a refund. I have had a dell, gateway, and hp. Go with those, they were never a prob. and they were very user friendly from the start. Do yourself a favor: Not Buy A Velocity M10.
 Some issues, but overall very usable so far. January 15, 2010
D. Johnson (DFW)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought one of these from a local retailer, open box. The previous owner only had it for a single day before returning it, so I was expecting some kind of trouble. It didn't take long to realize why they returned it, but the problems were easily fixable on my own end. The item had been pre-installed with Windows XP32, but not all of the drivers were properly installed.
The biggest problem was that neither the WLAN nor the Ethernet drivers were installed. The included driver DVD also did not have any drivers for Ethernet or WLAN that worked on XP, so I was forced to look around for hours to find the correct drivers on my other computer while not knowing the specifics of the components (not not listed anywhere). Fortunately, the USB drivers were installed so once found, I could put it on my flash drive. For anyone searching for "Velocity Micro Notemagix M10 Wireless Drivers," the needed driver is for the VIA VT6656 WLAN, which is available in a rather out-of-the-way spot in Velocity's support page, or through VIA.
Once that was done, the video and SMBus drivers were simple through Intel's little tools on their support page. The chipset is a 945GME Express, if you're looking for those drivers. The audio and Ethernet drivers will be picked up through "Reinstall Drivers" from Device Manager once you have the WLAN working.
Many people have complained about the battery life, but they need to keep in mind that "6 hours" is the absolute maximum you will get, with volume muted, wireless turned off, no extra peripherals, etc. I managed to get 4 hours unplugged with a USB mouse, volume at 70%, wireless on, watching videos, so it is by no means abysmal. If you plan to be out for a while, pack the cord in your purse/backpack/briefcase. There's no way you would walk around for too long with the netbook alone, even with the cute carrying case as it lacks a handle/strap, so tossing the cord in too is reasonable.
Now, I assume that my experience was a rather uncommon case, and once I resolved the issues through my impressive computer savvy-ness I was quite impressed with the little bugger. It starts up quickly, runs well enough, and keeps the large left shift that I usually use for typing caps. It's very small and light with an acceptable screen size. Like most laptops, it does tend to get rather hot if you're using it on your lap. However, it's the HDD and RAM that heat up and not the battery, so the likelihood of a battery failure due to temperature seems low enough. The battery is also simple to eject, so if you absolutely have to be out and about without any chance to plug in for an extended period, it is simple enough to carry an extra battery.
YGWYPF: Never been more apt October 9, 2009
Ian Moore (Dallas, tx)
22 out of 22 found this review helpful
First off, I think everyone is being a little critical of this machine. I recently picked it up at a local retailer in Dallas for less than two benjamins, so maybe if some of those people had gotten it at THAT price point, they might have a different tune. But I digress. First the weak points.
Cons:
1. Yes, the keyboard is awful. 1/3 size right shift key is certainly a deal-breaker for some: I know personally it's how I capitalize and it's nearly impossible on this unit without training yourself not to hit the 'end' key instead. It's also flimsy and overall cheap feeling, they certainly didn't put much thought into it, but it works for short data entry. Wouldn't want to type something this long on it though.
2. There's no blank dummy card for the media reader. Better keep your dust and spills to a minimum, it's certainly exposed.
3. There is no LCD latch. Say goodbye to securely closed lid, and hope to god the hinges never start to get loose.
4. It ships /w Open Office. I don't consider this bloatware, and I love open source, but this suite will NEVER replace good ol Office. EVER. It should have just been an option to install from CD or whatever.
5. The battery life isn't what is claimed. In my tests, I could get to 4 hours and some change of straight use, but that's with wifi OFF, no ethernet, no multimedia, minimal multitasking, and letting it go into standby if I had to go to the bathroom or got distracted by something else. You will NOT EVER get 6 hours out of these batteries. They should have just come clean on this. Maybe I really need to fully charge/discharge it a few more times, but I get the feeling what other people say about this is true. Also, charging three hours just to get three hours (or so)? That's pretty lame.
6. Velocity. Why is it a con? Because who knows them? No one. Will they honor the warranty? Who knows. Will the battery erupt in hell flames? Could happen. Will the thing crack and break in half in less than a month? A possibility. I simply don't know what to expect in the future of this device.
7. As expected, BIOS options are practically non-existent. That's to be expected, but still disappointing. If you like being able to change your date and time, you'll be in heaven. Anything else... well.....nope.
8. Included documentation is kind of a joke. Beyond teaching the basics of what a touchpad IS, they also tell you such helpful things as what the Fn keys does, and how to turn your laptop on and off. That's about it.
9. Speakers. At max volume it's tinny and shallow. I didn't expect them to be fantastic, but they are no more than glorified earbuds embedded in the side of the case.
Pros:
1. It ships with -ZERO- bloatware! Thank god, no spending an hour or two removing crappy trials of software you never wanted.
2. It's quick as all get out. With no bloatware to slow it down, and 'adjusting for best performance' /w visual effects (keeping the theme of course) this little machine is extra snappy, even with spreadsheets, webpages, hamachi, VPN, outlook, virus protection, and other stuff running. I'm still thrilled such modest specs can produce such surprising speed.
3. Stable wireless. Alot of netbooks are plagued by somewhat flaky WLAN, this unit has been solid, picking up access points further away than my other computers can, and having more bars in more places (where did that come from?)
4. It's not NEARLY as thick and bulky as it looks in the marketing photos. When I went out ot look at this, I was really expecting a sub-notebook, kind of clunky and bigger than most netbooks. It's not. For whatever reason most of the photos of it make it look about 30-40% larger than it is. It's very light and very small.
5. VGA PORT! Some netbooks are leaving this out now. Give me a break. You have to have this, and this does.
6. I think this is clever but some people might find it annoying. In a bid to save battery life, the laptop, upon reboot, always shuts the WIFI OFF. That way, unless you need it, it's not on, sucking juice. It did, of course, confuse me the first time I rebooted and my wireless wasn't working anymore.
7. The included case. Some might think it's cheesy, but I think it's a good admission on their part. They know this is a fragile product, and you should not treat it like a toy. Keeping the overall price point low by including a case, however cheap, is a good marketing strategy if you ask me. Now if they had included a little mouse too, I would really been impressed. And it may be cheap, but it still looks nice and will offer decent protection from scratches and scuffs.
In-betweens:
1. Webcam. It's been a looonnnggg time since I've actually used one. I think my first was a logitech quickcam, you know the one. This one has a MUCH better one, at least in terms of still images. There is still alot of ghosting during motion.
Overall, in terms of value, this netbook is incredible. It's got some quirks, but I can overlook them, and maybe you can too. Hope this helps.
Extended battery HA - Do Not Buy July 9, 2009
Chel (Vegas Baby)
4 out of 7 found this review helpful
The battery life is about 3 hours. Depending on what review you read, they claim 5 hours on a 4 cell or 6 hours on a 6 cell. Ha. Hogwash. The battery is a very underpowered 6 cell. I've written to VM because of their 30 day guarantee and they said they are not responsible for the reviews so I'm stuck with the product. Really? Even after they provided the specs.
Velocity missed the mark on this one. People buy a netbook because of it's portability and battery life claims. Well, you'll have to lug around a bunch of cables because the battery dies real quick so forget about using that cute little sleeve; it doesn't fit all the other junk you need to carry. Buy from a reputable and experienced netbook leader such as ACER or ASUS who deliver what they promise. Wish I did.
One last tip- I searched for all the reviews and specs but I should have searched for complaints. This company has a bunch (A BUNCH) so I would recommend that you avoid them.
Problems out of the box June 7, 2009
Shyguy143 ("Land of the Free")
3 out of 7 found this review helpful
Error message when first boot it up. Wireless problems right from the start. The battery life is terrible even with a "Full" charge? Only lasted almost 3 hrs just surfing web? No other applications. I am at least novice in computers but this has too many issues. I emailed Amazon and going to ship back. Oh, look at the picture the battery protrudes to much. Just an FYI at least make a design that the battery is underneath the laptop? Sending it back after testing it out and very dissatisfied with product.
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