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The Gateway E-100M ultraportable notebook, a sleek, exceptionally attractive offering that utilizes the Intel Core Solo CPU, can be purchased from Gateway's business oriented websites, while its twin, the NX100X, can be found at the Home & Home Office site. The main difference between the two models is the inclusion of the TPM embedded security chip in the business model, which offers enhanced security by providing various hardware-based encryption options. As of this writing, the E-100M, as configured below, costs approximately $1,570 at the Small Business website. For this price, you would get a basic 1-year warranty and a single 9-cell battery, rather than the three distinct batteries shipped with this unit....The design, once again, is exceptional. The E-100M is as visually appealing as any notebook I've ever used, including a ThinkPad T40, which I also found very attractive for many of the same reasons, though I find myself more inclined toward the look of the Gateway because it is so exceptionally clean looking and small.
The build quality of the E-100M shines, as well. There is no part of this particular machine that feels cheap or flimsy. The hinges seem strong, and the latchless cover snaps gently into place. I see no evidence of any build flaws that might lead to this notebook having trouble withstanding the rigors of regular travel....
Conclusion
The E-100M is a beautiful, well-built notebook possessing both an excellent keyboard and a fine screen. During two weeks of use, I really found nothing to recommend against it and plenty that makes it seem like a fine option for those desiring exceptional looks and portability at a reasonable cost. I will be sad to see it go. The one thing that may engender some reluctance on the part of a buyer is the lack of an internal optical drive. While this wasn't an issue during the course of this review, a frequent traveler who enjoys watching DVDs on airplanes might view the external optical drive as a serious drawback. It's not as if this limitation is impossible to overcome, but available workarounds will not appeal to everyone. Nor will this notebook be especially appealing to those who refuse to sacrifice desktop-type performance for the sake of beauty and stellar portability. All in all, however, the E-100M brings together a fine mix of components designed for portable, battery-powered, everyday computing, in a package that is extraordinarily appealing. Gateway E-100M Review Linked by LT Hacker
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