Darter_Laptop
SYSTEM HAS ARRIVED - REVIEW HAS BEGUN
- Reviewer: Al Hood
- Brand: System76
- Model: Darter (DAR-U1)
- Website: www.system76.com
System Specifications and Other Info
bios-version |
302 |
system-manufacturer |
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. |
system-product-name |
Z35FM |
system-version |
1.0 |
CPU |
Intel Core 2 Duo: Core 2 Duo T7200 2.0GHz 4MB 667F* |
RAM |
1.5 GB DDR2 667 MHz (1 x 1 GB + 1 x 512 MB)* |
Hard Drive |
80 GB 5400 RPM* |
Graphics |
Intel GMA 950 224 MB Integrated Graphics |
Screen |
13.3” Widescreen WXGA (1280X800) |
Sound |
Intel High Definition Audio |
Networking |
10/100(LAN) |
Wireless |
Intel 802.11 abg & Bluetooth |
Card Reader |
4 in 1 Card Reader |
CD ROM Drive |
CD-RW / DVD-RW (Dual Layer) |
Expansion |
PCI Express Card Slot (34/54) |
Ports |
VGA, 3x USB 2.0, Mic In, Headphone Out, FireWire 1394B, S-Video |
Battery |
6 Cell Lithium Ion |
Dimensions |
12.4" x 8.9" x 1.24" (W x D x H) |
Weight |
4.3 lbs |
*Upgrade
See http://system76.com/product_info.php/cPath/1/products_id/194
Ordering
Date Ordered |
April 20, 2007 |
Date Shipped |
April 26, 2007 |
Date Arrived |
April 30, 2007 |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Introduction
- Fit-n-Feel
- Multimedia Playback
- Network and Wireless Connectivity
- Removable Media
- CD Burning
- USB Devices
- 3D Graphics Capability
- Summary
- Conclusion and Rating
SYSTEM TESTING RESULTS
Device |
Works Out of Box? |
Works with User Intervention |
Notes |
Bug # |
Screen |
Yes |
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Widescreen format. Very flat and smooth |
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Correct resolution? |
Yes |
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1280x800 |
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Correct refresh rate? |
Yes |
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60 Hz |
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3D Acceleration |
Yes |
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Enabling Desktop Effects worked flawlessly. Glxgears = 1,044 fps. Will test 3D graphics with a few games and describe results in review. |
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External monitor works? |
Untested |
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Power Management |
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Battery detected? |
Yes |
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Will report battery life |
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Hibernates? |
Untested |
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Sleep |
Untested |
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Dim monitor on battery |
Untested |
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Blank monitor on inactivity |
Untested |
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Lid Close |
Untested |
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Sound |
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Sound works? |
Yes |
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Clear and crisp. |
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Correct volume? |
Yes |
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Although maximum level seems not as loud as other laptops, it is loud enough. |
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Hardware volume switch |
Yes |
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Rocker switch - works well |
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Headphone jack |
Yes |
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Worked flawlessly |
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Mic jack |
No |
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Unsuccessful at recording my voice. Currently troubleshooting. |
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Networking |
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Wired NIC |
Yes |
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Works Flawlessly |
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Wireless NIC |
Yes |
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Detected wireless networks immediately after booting for the first time. Will test stability of wireless connection. |
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Bluetooth |
Untested |
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Touchpad & Mice |
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Touchpad |
Yes |
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Works Flawlessly |
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Touchpad - Doubletap = double click |
Yes |
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Works Flawlessly |
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Touchpad - turned off while typing |
No |
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Inadvertently touching the mouse pad resulting in interference with typing hasn't been an issue with this laptop |
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External mouse - USB |
Untested |
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Additional Hardware |
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CD/DVD drive |
Yes |
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Able to burn to CD-R, DVD+R |
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Card reader(s) |
Yes |
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Works with SDCard, but not Memory Stick Pro/Duo, RS-MMC. Currently under investigation |
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Fn key |
Operation |
Keycode |
Works? |
Bug # |
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+ Space |
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Untested |
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+ Esc |
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Untested |
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+ F1 |
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Untested |
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+ F2 |
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Untested |
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+ F3 |
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Untested |
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+ F4 |
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Untested |
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+ F5 |
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Untested |
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+ F6 |
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Untested |
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+ F7 |
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Untested |
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+ F8 |
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Untested |
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+ F9 |
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Untested |
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+ F10 |
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Untested |
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+ F11 |
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Untested |
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+ F12 |
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Untested |
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+ ArrowUp |
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Untested |
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Untested |
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Untested |
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Untested |
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+ PgUp |
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Untested |
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+ PgDown |
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Untested |
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Other special keys |
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Key |
Operation |
Keycode |
Works? |
Bug # |
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Key |
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Untested |
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Pics
There is a darter in there.
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Packages includes the following
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Rating
1 |
DOA |
Dead on arrival and nothing can be done to resurrect the system |
2 |
BAD |
System runs but has major issues that prevent the system from being usable for even the most basic tasks |
3 |
GOOD |
System runs, hardware that did not work wasn't/weren't show stoppers, the system required advanced technical knowledge to make it usable |
4 |
GREAT |
System runs, hardware that did not work wasn't/weren't show stoppers, some system configuration was necessary that required basic computer knowledge to make it usable |
5 |
PERFECT |
System runs and usable, no hardware issues, no system configuration needed |