Should I wait for the 8GB model or is four enough? I'd like to hear from a real user -- is 4gb enough? Or should I wait for (and pay for!) the 8GB model?I assume you are using a thumb drive for your data. Or am I wrong about that? Should I wait for the 8GB model or is four enough? I'd like to hear from a real user -- is 4gb enough? Or should I wait for (and pay for!) the 8GB model?I assume you are using a... » Read More Should I wait for the 8GB model or is four enough? I'd like to hear from a real user -- is 4gb enough? Or should I wait for (and pay for!) the 8GB model?I assume you are using a thumb drive for your data. Or am I wrong about that? « Show Less
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There are many variables to consider.If you plan on changing the operating system to WinXP get the 8G.I'm sure the 1G RAM will help it run faster.If you can get an 8G, I think it is worth the extra cost.If you don't plan on ever changing the operating system, then the 4G in plenty.Even the 2G is fine if all you do is surf, email, and text documents.The SD cards are great for storage if you need the extra space.
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The Eee is a PC (as is a newer Mac for that matter). Same rules apply. I think that the Eee does not have a swap partition (for good reasons as flash drives have a finite, though very large, number of times they can be written to) so that means if you run out of RAM, Bad Things may happen.If you were willing to, you *could* buy a SD card, format it or a partition on it to work as swap thus giving more usable RAM space, but when the swap is in use, it will probably become damn slow. Just remember that using an SD card for swap would probably greatly decrease the lifespan of the SD card due to the above mentioned limitation of flash memory. The Eee is a PC (as is a newer Mac for that matter). Same rules apply. I think that the Eee does not have a swap partition (for good reasons as flash drives have a finite, though very large, number of times they can be written to) so that means if you run out of RAM, Bad Things may happen.If you were willing to, you *could* buy a SD card, format it or a partition on it to work as swap thus giving more usable RAM space, but when the swap is in use, it will probably become damn slow. Just remember that using an SD card for swap would probably greatly decrease the lifespan of the... » Read More The Eee is a PC (as is a newer Mac for that matter). Same rules apply. I think that the Eee does not have a swap partition (for good reasons as flash drives have a finite, though very large, number of times they can be written to) so that means if you run out of RAM, Bad Things may happen.If you were willing to, you *could* buy a SD card, format it or a partition on it to work as swap thus giving more usable RAM space, but when the swap is in use, it will probably become damn slow. Just remember that using an SD card for swap would probably greatly decrease the lifespan of the SD card due to the above mentioned limitation of flash memory. « Show Less
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I have one of the first builds off the line which is the 4gB model. As I want to use it as a portable recording machine I needed more space, so I picked up an 8 gB SDHC card fo $40 Can/US. I originally used a 2 gB thumb drive, but that fills up when recording hours of audio at 44 khz/16 bit. Also, I like the card as its like a mini-hardrive - it doesn't stick out of the side like a thumb drive.Not sure how much the 8gB model is compared to the 4Gb.. but with expandable memory so cheap..
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I think there's a bit of confusion here when we're talking about "memory". The eeePC has 512MB of memory that is used by the operating system. The 4GB is storage only, and is not used by the OS. Since this PC does not have a hard drive, it uses the 4GB as its "drive". So adding an 8GB card to the machine (as I have) increases your "disk" storage to a total of 12 GB, but that doesn't do anything to change the 512MB that the computer has as its operating memory. The proper way to think about the eeePC is "512 mb memory, 4 GB hard disk" - which the hard disk simply being Flash memory, just like, say, an iPod Nano. I think there's a bit of confusion here when we're talking about "memory". The eeePC has 512MB of memory that is used by the operating system. The 4GB is storage only, and is not used by the OS. Since this PC does not have a hard drive, it uses the 4GB as its "drive". So adding an 8GB card to the machine (as I have) increases your "disk" storage to a total of 12 GB, but that doesn't do anything to change the 512MB that the computer has as its operating memory. The proper way to think about the eeePC is "512 mb memory, 4 GB hard disk" - which the hard... » Read More I think there's a bit of confusion here when we're talking about "memory". The eeePC has 512MB of memory that is used by the operating system. The 4GB is storage only, and is not used by the OS. Since this PC does not have a hard drive, it uses the 4GB as its "drive". So adding an 8GB card to the machine (as I have) increases your "disk" storage to a total of 12 GB, but that doesn't do anything to change the 512MB that the computer has as its operating memory. The proper way to think about the eeePC is "512 mb memory, 4 GB hard disk" - which the hard disk simply being Flash memory, just like, say, an iPod Nano. « Show Less
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If they'r enot going to jump straight to 150GB or more, why even bother? Solid-state memory has already exceeded 32GB and has MUCH better performance attributes, including durability, energy/battery life, and flexibility.I will hold out for either a 1TB version or 64GB flash disk (or 32GB Flash disk + CF card expansion capability). And forget it if they try to ram some proprietary codec down my throat!
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yes 1gig is correct and pretty common, these will take up to 4gig. 4mb is really old.
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I'm using it as my C drive. Originally had a 500g, 120g and 160g HD's in my pc. My 500g, which was my C crashed therefore when in the market for a new HD a friend of mine suggested the SSD and also suggested using it as my C drive and use my 120g and 160g as storage. The 500g that crashed, fortunately I had a backup on the 120g and I was able to retrieve all my files (but necessary the programs but I was able to re-install) so a suggestion is to set up the Windows backup!So your thinking is not flawed for using it as the C drive. I'm thinking of getting a 1 or 2 terabyte HD for storage later down the road. I'm using it as my C drive. Originally had a 500g, 120g and 160g HD's in my pc. My 500g, which was my C crashed therefore when in the market for a new HD a friend of mine suggested the SSD and also suggested using it as my C drive and use my 120g and 160g as storage. The 500g that crashed, fortunately I had a backup on the 120g and I was able to retrieve all my files (but necessary the programs but I was able to re-install) so a suggestion is to set up the Windows backup!So your thinking is not flawed for using it as the C drive. I'm thinking of getting a 1 or 2 terabyte HD for... » Read More I'm using it as my C drive. Originally had a 500g, 120g and 160g HD's in my pc. My 500g, which was my C crashed therefore when in the market for a new HD a friend of mine suggested the SSD and also suggested using it as my C drive and use my 120g and 160g as storage. The 500g that crashed, fortunately I had a backup on the 120g and I was able to retrieve all my files (but necessary the programs but I was able to re-install) so a suggestion is to set up the Windows backup!So your thinking is not flawed for using it as the C drive. I'm thinking of getting a 1 or 2 terabyte HD for storage later down the road. « Show Less
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Daniel M. The 4GB USB flash drive is large enough for a bootable drive. This flash drive is fine for what you want to accomplish, and the price is good. However, when I ordered this product 1 out of 10 was not a 4GB device it was a 1GB device, I can only assume it was in the wrong bin or human error. Other than that they worked just like any other USB Flash drive. You will want to make sure that your BIOS are set to boot from the USB "First". Depending on which Operating System you plan on using the process for creating a bootable device will be a little bit different. You may see this link http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-USB-Bootable or Google "how to make a bootable usb flash drive". I hope this will help. James Springer
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Absolutely, I'm waiting for something with more ram on the main.You'll find when you start using it on a regular basis, I use mine everday. The storage is worth it. The SD card helps with photos and videos but there are a lot of programs that will not transfer to the SD card. 16GB isn't enough.
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Wow, at 2terrabyte why is that even an issue?? I have no idea.. Just use a huge external hard drive and it should be almost limitless. All I know is that 2tb seems like plenty, at least for me. In four years of many photos, I didn't even fill 250gig on my laptop that was my main computer at the time. I do like this all in one, tho it isn't quite as fast as I had hoped it would be. And I prefer the Windows seven side to the childish eight side. Love the large screen. Overall..I would recommend it..the storage should be plenty especially for a home computer.
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I agree, definitely at least 8 GB especially if you are gaming. Buying more than that gets expensive.My son got 8 and it has done great for him.
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Windows 8 Developer's preview build fits on a normal DVD the last time I checked, so 8gb is more than enough space. I dont remember the exact size of the ISO but it might have been 3.7gb in which a 4gb might suffice but for the price it's better to just get a 16gb.
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I think you should get the bigger one if you want lotsa movies. I recently put on about 50 songs and it took up .1 GB, but movies take up lots. I have the 8GB also cuz I love the green!! But you are better off getting more GB and paying a little extra than having to buy a new one because of no space left.
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As was already stated it is only for use when using as an android tablet. Unless you are needing a ton of space I do not see the need for going with the 32GB model. I have the 16GB myself and have no issues with it. Another thing to consider is it has a micro sd slot so you can expand it with what size you feel you need. I had a 64 gb micro sd in it for a little but didn't didn't see a need. I love mine and use it often. The software they have for the android isn't the greatest but it works in a pinch. I use mine hooked up to my PC a lot for being able to use native photo shop with it. If they had a version that was comparable to PC or Mac version for android I would use it all the time. As was already stated it is only for use when using as an android tablet. Unless you are needing a ton of space I do not see the need for going with the 32GB model. I have the 16GB myself and have no issues with it. Another thing to consider is it has a micro sd slot so you can expand it with what size you feel you need. I had a 64 gb micro sd in it for a little but didn't didn't see a need. I love mine and use it often. The software they have for the android isn't the greatest but it works in a pinch. I use mine hooked up to my PC a lot for being able to use native photo shop with it. If... » Read More As was already stated it is only for use when using as an android tablet. Unless you are needing a ton of space I do not see the need for going with the 32GB model. I have the 16GB myself and have no issues with it. Another thing to consider is it has a micro sd slot so you can expand it with what size you feel you need. I had a 64 gb micro sd in it for a little but didn't didn't see a need. I love mine and use it often. The software they have for the android isn't the greatest but it works in a pinch. I use mine hooked up to my PC a lot for being able to use native photo shop with it. If they had a version that was comparable to PC or Mac version for android I would use it all the time. « Show Less
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Boris...I found your comments helpful. I got the 8GB Zen about a month ago. I really like it. My biggest qualm is the SD card. I find that the player freezes very often when I play from the SD card...especially when I play video. I've had no such issues when playing off the internal memory. I got a generic SD card brand. I noticed that the product page on the creative web site has a compatible list of memory cards... should i stick to them to minimize the 'freezing' incidents ? I am interested to know what brand you are using. thanks in advance.
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I think if I were doing this, I would not transfer your factory reset backup from the 32 to the 8 GB thumb drive. I would just redo it cold turkey onto the 8GB from the OS. I might even be more cautious and keep both of them,...just in case of doomsday.
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Well. A 4GB flash drive can hold roughly 1000 songs. And just 1GB can hold about 300 pictures, depending on the quality of your pictures. You have an 8GB? I think you can hold all that plus some.
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I use my 4GB as a jumpdrive all the time, even though i carry it in my camera for pictures too. I contacted Sandisk directly on getting more. They said that they had no plans to produce any more of this design. Sad. A 64GB, Class 10 speed or higher, and USB3 version would be rockstar!BTW - You can also get OCZ versions of 1GB or 2GB: http://www.ocztechnology.com/ocz-secure-digital-dual-memory-cards-eol.htmlOr vintage A-DATA 2GB "SD DUO: versions here: http://www.dhgate.com/data-speedy-2gb-sd-duo-sd-usb-memory-card/p-ff808081300cd7a901301bce1cbc7
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I would never consider a 4 TB boot drive because I do not believe it's a great idea to keep data on the boot drive, for many valid reasons. I would also never build a system with a traditional platter HD. I installed an SD in my laptop, saw what I'd been missing, and installed one in my primary desktop. Best upgrade I ever made.I use WD Caviar Black drives for all of my data, as secondary drives. One issue with 4 TB drives is that some devices for streaming will not recognize them at all (Such as the WD TV Live).
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In this day, considerably, no (seeing as terabyte is available). I imagine you're a music person who listens to a lot of music. If you are, then 32g should be fine for you. If you're someone like me who got a 16g just for my own compositions then you don't need a 32g. You can fit anywhere from 200-300 songs in 1g (depending on the length of the song), so essentially having a 32g would hold about 9,600 songs. Your call. I'd say go for it because you never know what new music you might discover. Plus, it's always better to have extra storage. I would've gotten it myself, but the price was a bit too much.