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| Developer = [[Samsung]] |
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[[File:Samsung nc20 open.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Samsung NC20 opened (harddrive and battery removed)]] |
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The '''Samsung NC20''' is a [[subnotebook]] / [[Netbook]] computer designed by [[Samsung]]. At the time of its introduction, (February 2009, while in the U.S.A. was |
The '''Samsung NC20''' is a [[subnotebook]] / [[Netbook]] computer designed by [[Samsung]]. At the time of its introduction, (February 2009, while in the U.S.A. was in March 2009), it was the first mainstream netbook to use the [[VIA Nano]] processor and the first to support the [[x86-64]] [[instruction set]]. The 12.1" screen size is larger than typical for this class of ultra portable PC. Its most direct competitors are the [[Lenovo IdeaPad S12]] and the [[MSI Wind U210]]. |
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==Technical overview== |
==Technical overview== |
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===Audio and video=== |
===Audio and video=== |
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A webcam (Namuga 1.3 megapixel) is built into the display frame, as well as a microphone. Together with the built-in stereo speakers, the NC20 can be used for audio/video conferences (e.g. using [[Skype]]), albeit only with moderate call-quality. The webcam picture becomes relatively noisy under low-light conditions and the microphone produces audible noise and picks up vibrations from the harddisk or when typing. |
A webcam (Namuga 1.3 megapixel) is built into the display frame, as well as a microphone. Together with the built-in stereo speakers, the NC20 can be used for audio/video conferences (e.g. using [[Skype]]), albeit only with moderate call-quality. The webcam picture becomes relatively noisy under low-light conditions and the microphone produces audible noise and picks up vibrations from the harddisk or when typing. |
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SSD upgrade is possible though to overcome this issue and a 256GB A100 Toshiba SSD is known to work fine with 7 x64. |
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It is also feasible to retrofit an IR >2.4V drop illuminator LED from Sony Nightshot or recycled Lightscribe sensor on the camera board in place of the green LED which turns on when camera is in use to overcome low light issues. |
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The NC20 also has standard 3,5mm jacks for audio output (headphones / line-out) and input (external microphone / line-in), allowing for far better audio quality than the built-in speakers and microphone. |
The NC20 also has standard 3,5mm jacks for audio output (headphones / line-out) and input (external microphone / line-in), allowing for far better audio quality than the built-in speakers and microphone. |
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==Criticism== |
==Criticism== |
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Not all of the features of this notebook are supported under Linux. Playing video and microphone are partially supported. External monitor support under Linux is not possible. WLAN under Ubuntu is reported to have frequent freezeups. |
Not all of the features of this notebook are supported under Linux. Playing video and microphone are partially supported. External monitor support under Linux is not possible. WLAN under Ubuntu is reported to have frequent freezeups. |
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This is believed to be a power saving issue and can be overcome by replacing the WLAN full length Anatel card. |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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[[Category:Netbooks]] |
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[[Category:Samsung computers|NC20]] |
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[[Category:Computer-related introductions in 2009]] |
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Latest revision as of 12:11, 26 September 2024
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| Developer | Samsung |
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| Type | Subnotebook/Netbook |
| Media | 160 GB 2.5" SATA HDD |
| Operating system | Windows XP |
| CPU | VIA Nano ULV Processor U2250 (1.3+ GHz, 800 MHz) |
| Memory | 1 GB |
| Display | 12.1" 1280 × 800 LED-backlit TFT LCD |
| Input | Keyboard (100% full size, anti-bacterial) Touchpad Microphone |
| Camera | 1.3 megapixel webcam built-in |
| Connectivity | 10/100 Mbit Ethernet 802.11b/g wireless LAN Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (standard configuration) 3 USB 2.0 ports 3-in-1 Flash Memory card reader (SD, SDHC, MMC) |
| Power | 6.5 hours of battery life with standard 6-cell battery |
| Dimensions | 292.4 mm × 217 mm × 30.7 mm |
| Weight | 1.52 kg |
The Samsung NC20 is a subnotebook / Netbook computer designed by Samsung. At the time of its introduction, (February 2009, while in the U.S.A. was in March 2009), it was the first mainstream netbook to use the VIA Nano processor and the first to support the x86-64 instruction set. The 12.1" screen size is larger than typical for this class of ultra portable PC. Its most direct competitors are the Lenovo IdeaPad S12 and the MSI Wind U210.
Technical overview
[edit]Processor and memory
[edit]The Samsung NC20 uses a VIA Nano ULV Processor U2250 (running from 800 MHz - 1,6 GHz) and comes with 1 GB RAM. Internally, the NC20 has one slot for RAM accepting memory modules up to 2 GB.[1]
The hardware is powerful enough to run Windows 7 in everyday situations (web-browsing, email, office applications). However, CPU-demanding tasks (e.g. Flash videos) tend to put the system at its limit.
Display
[edit]The screen is a glossy display and measures 12.1 inches (307 mm) diagonally. It has a native resolution of 1280 × 800 pixels. The screen is LED-backlit. An external display can be used through the standard VGA connector.
Keyboard and touchpad
[edit]The 84-key keyboard is a full-size keyboard, with standard 18.5mm key pitch between keys. The keyboard has also been coated with anti-bacterial Silver Nano ions. The touchpad supports multi-touch gestures.
Storage
[edit]The standard internal hard drive is a SATA 160 GB. It also includes a SD card slot, supporting MMC, SD and SDHC cards for additional storage.
Connectivity
[edit]The NC20 has built-in LAN (10/100 MBit) via a standard-sized RJ45-jack, 802.11b/g Wifi as well as Bluetooth. It also comes with 3 USB 2.0 ports.
Audio and video
[edit]A webcam (Namuga 1.3 megapixel) is built into the display frame, as well as a microphone. Together with the built-in stereo speakers, the NC20 can be used for audio/video conferences (e.g. using Skype), albeit only with moderate call-quality. The webcam picture becomes relatively noisy under low-light conditions and the microphone produces audible noise and picks up vibrations from the harddisk or when typing.
The NC20 also has standard 3,5mm jacks for audio output (headphones / line-out) and input (external microphone / line-in), allowing for far better audio quality than the built-in speakers and microphone.
Criticism
[edit]Not all of the features of this notebook are supported under Linux. Playing video and microphone are partially supported. External monitor support under Linux is not possible. WLAN under Ubuntu is reported to have frequent freezeups. [2]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Samsung NC20 Review". www.laptopmag.com. 2009-03-04. Retrieved 2009-03-04.
- ^ "NC20 Community Ubuntu". Ubuntu. 2009-09-22. Retrieved 2009-10-01.