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ASUS UL80Vt-A1 14-Inch Thin and Light Black Laptop - 11.5 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Home Premium) | 
| Brand: Asus
Category: Personal Computer
List Price: $849.00
Buy New: $763.95
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Rating:  55 reviews
Sales Rank: 76
Color: Black
Media: Personal Computers
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 1.3
CPU Type: Intel Core 2 Duo
Processors: 2
System Memory: 4
Memory Type: SDRAM
Hard Drive Size: 320
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Graphics RAM: 512
Modem: None
Display Size: 14
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.8
Dimensions (in): 13.5 x 9.6 x 1.1
Warranty: 2 years warranty
MPN: UL80VT-A1
Model: UL80Vt-A1
UPC: 884840523338
EAN: 0884840523338
ASIN: B002Q8HK7K
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 1.3GHz Intel SU7300 Core 2 Duo Processor | | • | 4GB of DDR3 RAM, 2 slots, 8GB Max | | • | 320GB SATA Hard Drive (5400 RPM), DVD Super Multi Drive | | • | 14" Widescreen HD LED LCD Display, NVidia G210M Graphics with 512MB DDR3 + Intel GMA 4500MHD (Switchable VGA), 0.3M Webcam, Wi-Fi 802.11 bgn | | • | Windows 7 Home Premium Operating System (64 bit), 11.5 Hours of Battery Life |
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Product Description
PRODUCT FEATURES:ASUS Turbo33 technology for 33% faster performanceMultitasking performance with Intel Core 2 Duo and DDR3 memorySwitchable graphics for stunning visuals or battery conservationAll-day computing with 12-hours battery lifeStylishly thin and less than 1-inch thick profile the entertainment front ASUS equipped it with NVIDIA GeForce G210M graphics card to deliver stunning visuals in crystal-clear clarity.
Amazon.com Product Description
Style and Performance in Perfect Harmony
The energy-efficient, slim, and stylish ASUS UL80Vt-A1 notebook redefines ultraportable notebooks with new power boosting features. Free yourself from power cords and start exploring with up to an amazing 12 hours of all-day battery life1. Powered by the ultra-low-voltage Intel® Core™2 Duo processor SU7300, and optimized with 4GB of DDR3 DRAM, ASUS GraphiX Boost switchable graphics, and exclusive Turbo33 technology, the UL80Vt-A1 takes you further than most other notebooks with eye-catching style, optimized performance, smart power usage, and a generous 320GB of storage. Its ultra-slim profile makes traveling a breeze and its 14-inch HD LED-backlit display offers bright, vibrant visuals and advanced energy efficiency.
Effortlessly navigate your e-mails and favorite websites with the enhanced multi-touch trackpad and complete important assignments with ease using the comfortable chiclet keyboard. The UL80Vt-A1 also features Altec Lansing speakers, plus SRS surround, for a home theater experience on the go. The UL80Vt-A1 is built from the ground up to give you the best value; it’s an ultraportable notebook that truly delivers mobility and power on demand.
 | Now there is an even bigger reason to get the UL Series by ASUS. Adding to a whole trophy case of awards is the latest 2009 Editor's Choice Award by Engadget. Voted by Engadget's editorial staff as LAPTOP OF THE YEAR, the UL series is the ultimate companion for your mobile computing needs. |
The most thoughtful notebook warranty package is icing on the cake.
Most other brands only offer 1 year of warranty service, and can charge up to $100 for an additional year. ASUS UL80Vt-A1 come standard with a 2-Year Global Warranty and more*:
Thirty-days flawless display guarantee Free two-way standard shipping 24-hour tech support seven days a week
Plus ASUS Accidental Damage Protection: ASUS UL80Vt-A1 also come with a One Year Accidental Damage Warranty protecting the notebook from drops, fire, spills, and surge.**
Also check out what the media has to say about the ASUS UL80Vt series notebooks:
AnandTech: "... the UL80Vt is one of the best laptops we've looked at in a long time... If you've ever considered buying a netbok simply because they're small and get good batter life, the UL80Vt is like a netbook on steroids. It will easily provide twice the performance of your typical Intel Atom-based netbook, and it can do that while still going toe to toe in terms of battery life..."
Key Features - All-day computing with up to 12 hours of battery life1 (Learn more)
- Exceptionally compact and light, just over 1-inch thin, and less than 4.8lbs
- Powered by the Intel Core2 Duo Processor SU7300 for energy efficiency (Learn more)
- Exclusive Turbo33 Technology for 33% performance boost during process-intensive multi-tasking (Learn more)
- GraphiX Boost that instantly switches between the energy-efficient built-in graphics and powerful ASUS Discrete Graphics Engine (Learn more)
- Color Shine 14-inch LED-backlit widescreen HD display that uses less energy and gives you an immersive cinematic experience (Learn more)
- 4GB of DDR3 system memory for smooth performance with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit installed
- 320GB 5,400rpm hard drive for responsive, convenient storage and access to all your documents, music, videos, and photos
- Chiclet style keyboard and multi-touch trackpad for comfortable and intuitive use (Learn more)
- Built-in high-speed 802.11n wireless connectivity that enables ‘real-time’ video conferencing and Internet browsing
- Integrated webcam for connecting with your friends and family
- Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound for home theater quality acoustics
- ASUS IceCool Technology provides a cool-to-the-touch palm rest
- ASUS 360 two year global warranty and ASUS ADW one year accidental damage warranty* (Learn more)
Learn More  | Experience up to 12 hours of all-day computing with the UL80Vt-A1 *. Thanks to its ultra-low-voltage Intel Core2 Duo processor SU7300, 8-cell battery, LED-backlit display, and ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE), you can maximize your time on the move and minimize time plugged-in.
And with our new FastBoot Technology providing an ultra-fast boot time of only 30 seconds, you can use your PC anywhere, virtually right away. A generous 320GB of hard drive storage holds your favorite music, videos, and photos.
Compact, and just over 1-inch thin, the UL80Vt-A1 fits virtually anywhere –freeing space up for books, files, or whatever else you need. The UL80Vt-A1 lets you focus on the essentials in life. With this kind of mobility, you get the peace of mind you deserve. |
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 | The ASUS UL Series Laptops are the perfect balance of style and performance for mobile computing. They all feature an Ultra-Low-Voltage Intel® Core™2 Duo processor so that you can enjoy the performance and long battery life you need in the sleek designs you crave.
Sleek new ultra-thin laptops powered by the latest ultra-low-voltage Intel® Core™ processors deliver this unique balance of performance and power consumption to let you travel light and provide the performance you need for music, HD video, photos and more.
Intel® ULV processors are also optimized for battery life, so you can stay unplugged longer and use your laptop on the go without having to search for power outlets.
Full feature computing on the go – thin and light with long battery life – with Intel Inside®. |
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 | ASUS has innovatively designed the UL80Vt-A1 to provide you even more performance when you need it.
The ASUS exclusive Turbo33 technology automatically boosts the system performance by 33% and more. When process-intensive multi-tasking is needed, Turbo33 automatically takes CPU, memory and even graphics performance to a whole new level to ensure a smooth and seamless computing experience.
With this performance booster, the Intel Core2 Duo SU7300 is over 25% faster than a SU9400 CPU. This translates into almost 20% more overall system performance than a notebook powered by the SU9400.*** |
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 | The UL80Vt also features GraphiX Boost to instantly switch between the energy-efficient integrated graphics and the powerful ASUS Discrete Graphics Engine powered by NVIDIA CUDA enabled GeForce G210M.
This ASUS exclusive feature gives you the ability to maintain a perfect balance between conserving the battery life and enjoying surreal high-definition graphics.
With GraphiX Boost, you no longer have to sacrifice all-day battery life or jaw dropping graphics. Now you can switch between the two on-the-fly whenever high graphics processing demand is needed without having to reboot your system. It is truly graphics power on demand. |
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 | With ASUS IceCool Technology, you’re ensured extended battery life and a cool-to-touch surface, so, even after long computer sessions, there’s limited heat for optimized comfort.
With plenty of space to place your hands, the generous palm rest area makes typing on the chiclet style keyboard an enjoyable experience. It’s comfort made easy. |
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Eye-Catching Sophistication
 | Impress onlookers and complement any setting with the UL80Vt-A1’s black anodized brushed aluminum cover and a high-class appeal. From the first time you open the UL80Vt-A1 you notice the stunning interior casing around a display that brings color to life, and shines with a brilliant, high-gloss finish.
Plus, the chiclet style keyboard and spacious keys not only allow for a comfortable typing experience, but also prevent dust buildup, helping to keep your keyboard clean every time you use it.
Inspired by a butterfly’s grace, the UL80Vt-A1 carries the hallmark contours and slim elegance that separates it from the typical cookie-cutter notebook. |
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 | If you’re looking for mobile HD playback that doesn’t break the bank, with its 14-inch 16:9 ratio High Definition display, the UL80Vt-A1 is a great solution when you’re on the go.
When you’re at home or in the office, you can easily stream high definition media to external displays with its HDMI connectivity. Complemented with Altec Lansing speakers and SRS premium surround sound, the UL80Vt-A1 provides high-quality audio playback so there’s no need to invest in expensive speakers.
With the UL80Vt-A1, you can enjoy all your favorite movies and music where you want, when you want, with crisp clarity and great value that you will appreciate every time.
You can also instantly switch from integrated graphics to the ASUS Discrete Graphics Engine –powered by NVIDIA GeForce G210M GPU –to enjoy casual gaming and all your favorite movies and music with crisp clarity that you will appreciate every time. |
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ASUS Exclusive Windows 7 Features
 | Experience FastBoot, the unique performance boost for Windows 7 made possible by ASUS’s close partnership with Microsoft.
With ASUS exclusive FastBoot technology, Windows 7 64-bit-enabled ASUS notebooks start up in a staggering 30 seconds. That is 40% faster than 32-bit operating systems.
ASUS helps get you up and running faster than ever before.
System performance is subject to system configuration. This data is based on a comparison between a FastBoot-optimized ASUS notebook running 64-bit Windows 7 and an identically-configured notebook without FastBoot running 32-bit Windows Vista. For more details regarding the test results, please visit the information site. |
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 | ASUS complimentary notebook care package.
ASUS 360 offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops:
Two year global warranty
Thirty days flawless display guarantee
Two way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support |
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ASUS ADW* -- 1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty**  | Accidents happen. But when they happen to your ASUS notebook purchased in the US or Canada, you have extra protection. Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.**
Warranty covering accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
One-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
24 hour toll-free phone support
One incident covered per notebook |
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For PC’s running Windows 7 Home Premium
 | Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It’s the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you’ll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process.
Don’t forget… Microsoft Office is not part of Microsoft Windows In order to get the most out of your new PC, don’t forget to purchase a Microsoft Office suite.
Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center.* Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
* Internet access required. Free TV content varies by geography. Some content may require additional fees. |
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Warranty ASUS 360* (2 Years Global Warranty) + ASUS ADW* (1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty**) + Flawless Display Guarantee ASUS UL80Vt-A1 comes with ASUS 360 (2 years global warranty), ADW (1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty*) and Flawless Display Guarantee. If the purchaser discovers one defective bright dot within 30 days of purchase, ASUS will replace the panel without cost to the purchaser.
What's in the Box ASUS UL80Vt-A1 AC Adapter 8 cell Battery Pack Warranty Information Cards
Specifications Operating System: Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Display: 14-inch HD LED-backlit Widescreen (1366 x 768) Intel Platform: Intel Core2 Duo processor SU7300 (1.3GHz) Graphics: Switchable: Intel GMA 4500MHD and ASUS DGE powered by NVidia GeForce G210M with 512MB VRAM Wireless: WLAN 802.11b/g/n (draft 2.4GHz n) LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet Memory: 4GB DDR3 DRAM, 2GB x 2 (upgradable to 8GB) Storage: 320GB 5,400RPM Hard Drive Optical Drive: DVD Super Multi Double Layer Drive Camera: 0.3 Megapixel Speakers: SRS Premium Stereo Speakers by Altec Lansing, Hi-Definition Audio CODEC Microphone Digital Array Microphones Card Reader: 1 x 5-in-1 card reader: MMC, MS, MS-Pro, SD, xD Input/Output: 1 x Mic-in, 1 x audio-out (S/PDIF), 3 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x RJ45 LAN Video Output: 1 x HDMI, 1 x VGA port/Mini D-sub 15-pin Keyboard: 13.70-inch keyboard with MS Windows function keys Battery Pack: 8-cell Lithium Ion Battery, 5600mAh - Up to 12 hours1 Power Supply: Output: 19 V DC, 4.7 A, 65W / Input: 100~240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal Dimensions: 13.3 (W) x 9.45 (L) x 0.55~1.06 (H) inches Approximate Weight: 4.41 lbs (with 8-cell battery) Color: Black
1Estimated maximum battery life test was done in ASUS Power4Gear battery saving mode with Mobile Mark 2007. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.
*For notebooks purchased on or after Sept. 10, 2007. The ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty covers “ASUS” brand notebooks only, and does NOT extend to: “Built on ASUS”, “ASMobile”, “Powered by ASUS”, the Eee PC, or some other models. These retailers are currently among the companies that do NOT participate in the ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty: Best Buy, MicroCenter, and The Source by CircuitCity in Canada. Limited of one claim per notebook for Accidental Damage Warranty. ASUS reserves the right to discontinue this program and to modify the terms and conditions thereof at any time. ASUS Accidental Damage Warranty Program starts from the date of your ASUS notebook purchase, when all the requirements are met.
**One incident covered per notebook
***Performance figures were tested in PCMark 2005 v1.2.0 in 1366x768x32bit. Figures are for reference only and may vary depending on system setup and conditions.
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| Customer Reviews:
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 Great computer! March 9, 2010
Marguerite
My Asus really does get 10+ hours of battery life. The hard drive has lots of room for all the files and pictures that I've been porting from computer to computer. It has Windows 7 (which is a stable OS) and is a nice fast laptop for the money. I'd buy it again!!
 Asus Tech Support is MIA March 6, 2010
Green Mountaineer (Vermont)
I had an ASUS UL80Vt for a week and after a week packed it up for return. My main problem wasn't that the battery was DOA and wouldn't charge (though the indicator insisted there was a 39% at all times, even after overnight charging and the warning light signalling "dead battery). OK, I figured, stuff happens, even with a solid company's products. But what has totally soured me on Asus is the institutionalized 48 hours that that the company tells you it will take to respond to e-mailed technical problems. (And e-mail was the only way I saw to contact the company.)
It took every minute of that 48 hours to get a reply to my first e-mail describing the problem. (Supposedly "due to system error.") And now, after 72 hours, I'm still waiting for a reply to my second e-mail, which was required because none of the BIOS fixes suggested in the first response worked. Nor did any of the others I managed to pry out and decipher on my own from the Asus website.
I know that people swear by this company's hardware. And my battery problem truly did seem like a fluke, at least based on fruitless Google searches for others with similar problems. But, "system error" or not, Asus' Web and direct customer support stink. Maybe we're spoiled, but these days the customer service bar is set very high (kudos to Amazon for helping on this). And from my experience, Asus doesn't cut it in this important respect.
I'd suggest that before buying an Asus product, poke around the support section of the website as if you were already an owner and experiencing some problems. Maybe you'll find sources for help that are better than what I found.
By the way, Amazon was great on taking this product back.
Finally, in case someone else experiences a similar problem with a battery on this model, here's the answer you'll wait at least two days to get from Asus. May these suggested fixes work better for you than they did for me.
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for contacting ASUS Customer Service.
Sincerely sorry for the delay due to system error.
Would you please remove the battery and access bios by pressing F2 while the asus logo appears and load manufacture default, then press F10 save and exit.
After that try to charge the battery again.
Some customers report that after upgrade to windows 7,windows detect the battery incorrectly ,there is some compatibility problem with the windows 7.
If still,would you please try update the latest BIOS, I suggest you use the winflash utility to update the BIOS in the windows mode. Please firstly download the winflash utility and the latest BIOS, install the winflash utility, run it and then set the path to the BIOS, then flash. You can download the utility and the BIOS from the following website:
BIOS:[...]
Winflash:[...]
Please make sure that the power not cut during the operation.
For more information feel free to refer to our self-help pages by
clicking the links below:
Troubleshooting: [...]
FAQ: [...]
Warranty Info: [...]
If you continue to experience issues in the future, please do not
hesitate to contact us.
Best Regards,
Lathan
ASUS Customer Service
If you have any suggestions or feedback about our technical support
service, please e-mail to [...]. We will then arrange
for a specialist to work with you regarding your issue. Your suggestions
and feedback are appreciated and allow us to provide better service.
Great laptop March 1, 2010
O. Gudmundsson (Chevy Chase, MD United States)
I was in the market for a long battery life on a laptop, I ended up picking between this one and MacAir. I'm very happy with my choice, the laptop is light, screen is bright, keyboard feels great, graphics switching works like a charm.
The only thing I do not like is the inability to simulate a 3 button mouse with the touch buttons. (I need this when using Xwindows but a cheap USB mouse addresses this issue).
This is not the most powerfull laptop but I have no complaints about the performance, I can play games just fine.
I have used the laptop whole day at work without charging, it is important to select the right settings when you want to get as much lifetime out of the batteries. I have been able to play games for about 5 hours so it is living up to expectations.
The best feature of this latop is the screen brightness, it is just so much brighter than my old Dell screen it is not comparable.
Best Laptop for the money February 26, 2010
B. B.
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is most certainly the best laptop I could find for the price. My last laptop was an alienware, so this is as thin as a sheet of paper compared to that one.
I use this laptop for typing at work, watching and burning movies on DVDs and online, I stream my television from my house using a HAVA streamer, and I game on it. I have not had any problems with anything on it yet.
To show how well it works, I have downloaded Steam (a gaming app) and have played Team Fortress 2, Boarderlans, Left 4 Dead, and Modern Warefare 1 and 2 without any problems. MW2 is obviously not set to the highest settings, but still runs well at rather high settings.
Graphically this laptop is not goinging to replace a desktop if your editing videos or using a CAD system, but for most people, this should be all you need.
The battery life is better than any other laptop I have seen. With the size, you would think that you could squeeze out three hours of life out of this one, but with moderate internet usage, including streaming a movie or two, and burning a DVD, I can get about 6 hours. Turning off most settings and just watching a DVD or typing reports on battery saver, I have had it on just battery for over 11 hours.
The screen is excellent as well. I heard complaints about viewing angle, and it is true that if you have many people looking at the monitor, it looses it's crisp picture a foot or two to either side, but I did not buy this for that purpose. two to four people watching the screen far enough back have had no problems.
Cons:
The absolute WORST thing I can find about this laptop is that the front edge is oddly sharp. It can get a little uncomfortable if you lean your palms on it for the mouse buttons for a prolonged time, but I use an external mouse, so I do not have that problem.
I would say that if you are considering this computer, then get it. Windows 7 only makes it better, it may take a day to get use to it if you are moving from XP, but watch the tip videos online and learn the new features and you'll appreciate the upgrade.
battery didn't work & Adorama didn't exchange as promised February 25, 2010
E. Ward
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
From what exp while I had it, it seamed great other than the battery didn't work. Before I bought it I called the retailer Adorama & asked if it was faulty if they would exchange, I was told yes. When I recived it it seamed great, but I had it plugged in. I loaded everything I wanted onto it, it even ran CS4 without an issue with plug-ins (though CS4 said it would have problems due to the processor).
Two days after I tried out the switching between video (onboard & dedicated) & had some issues with in not being smooth transition, but was able to sort that out. Then later I unplugged it for the first time & found out either; battery was DOA, power supply system was DOA, or the motherboard was DOA. I spend hours on the phone with ASUS trying to clear the problem up to no avail. Because I had purchessed it for a 3-4 (depart in less than 3 weeks) month trip I needed it to be dealt with quickly. So I tried to exchange it with Adorama as I had been promised I could, they absolutly refused. In the past I have always had exillent on time delivery service with Adorama, that is why I have spent $20K+ with them with my photography buisness. Granted I had never needed to return any of the equipment I had bought untill now, but I can honestly say they have lost all of my future buisness forever!
So now I have had to send it into ASUS, with a 3-8 week turn around expected. So I have spent $880 for a new latop to use on a photography trip, that will not be back untill after I leave, & ASUS will not send it to anything other than my origonal address on the order. So now I have to go out & purchess another laptop for my trip.
As for ASUS purely I have bought 3 of thier computers; 1 desktop, 1 laptop, & 1 netbook. Not a single one of them has worked right off the bat. The desktop had a video card & ram that were not installed properly, the laptop discussed above worked as long as pluged in, & the netbook had a corrupted harddrive. All were brand new, the 2 that exchanged & fixed worked great since then. Seriously though that have the wost QA I have ever scene to have 3 out of the products purchessed at diffrent times, stores, & locations to have problems. Though if you are willing to not be able to use you're puchess for 3-8 weeks then they are pretty good, can't beat the warrenty without paying allot extra.
Just be aware they have great consumer reports, but don't plan on being able to use it right away.
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