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So it’s a reasonably priced business device? According to Lenovo, the Thinkpad Edge series offers “innovative, straight-forward, reliable and affordable” models in various sizes and equipment configurations.Asus F7400

We are taking a detailed look at the smallest member of the family, namely the Thinkpad Edge 11, and want to find out how and to what extent it differs from the previously reviewed Thinkpad X100e, which is visually almost identically constructed. We reviewed an Edge 11 with Intel equipment, namely a Core i3 380UM CPU, GMA HD Graphics chip, four gigabytes of RAM and a conventional harddrive.Asus F7400B

Lenovo also offers models with an AMD CPU as an alternative. We will soon look closer at one of these in a comparison test. Sections dealing with performance-bearing components are not necessarily applicable to other models.The Kensington Security Slot is to the right rear on the Edge 11.Asus F74B

The rear is the same as the previous oneExternally,Asus F7B the Edge 11 reminds us a great deal of the X100e. Although the later was still completely black, the chrome-colored edging on the Edge 11 serves to loosen up the optics. What’s new is that the I-point of the two ThinkPad logos was moulded with a small red LED which lights up during operation. Those who nevertheless find the black version too depressing can also get a model with a display lid painted in gloss-red – together with all the drawbacks, smudges and scratches that go along with that.Asus L7

In spite of the plastic case, one can be very satisfied with the pressure stability and torsional stiffness of the base unit and display. Only the display frame gives somewhat under pressure. The battery sits firmly in the case, however when removed it leaves a recess above the keyboard. Asus L7000

Though the small hinges are relatively stiff,Asus L7000B they can’t totally prevent teetering after the opening angle has been adjusted. The display also vibrates somewhat when working in unstable environments, such as on a train. Though it is possible to close it with one hand, opening or increasing the opening angle requires both hands due to the light weight of the base unit.Asus L7000C Since Lenovo did without a transport lock, and as the hinges don’t have enough tension force to keep the laptop completely closed with the base unit, one has to make sure that no bits of foreign matter slip in between the keyboard and display during transport.Asus L7000D

Compared to the X100e,Asus L7000E the case of the Edge 11 now receives a thin grip on the chrome-coloured display frame for easier opening of the notebook. A word of caution to all those who are still tempted to grab for the upper edge of the display when opening the laptop: Both touchpad keys close up flush with the display lid and base unit. As the gap between the touchpad buttons and the base unit is larger than that between the display lid and base unit, attempting this could result in the display being pulled up together with the touchpad buttons. So caution is advised!Asus L7000G

One wouldn’t expect such abundant interface equipment just based on the form factor alone. Even so,Asus L7000H the Edge 11 offers 3 USB-2.0 ports in all, one of which is executed as a “powered USB”, thereby allowing it to load small devices from the laptop when turned off. Especially appealing: In addition to a VGA port for analogue connections of an external monitor or beamer, there is also an HDMI interface. Further we discovered a combined audio port for connection a headset and a 4-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro).Asus L7200

Depending on how occupied it is, left-handers unfortunately won’t be too pleased with the interface layout. Conveniently, at least the VGA is found in the rear. Missing is the docking port typically found on business machines. However, Lenovo does offer a USB port replicator as an additional at-cost accessory for the ThinkPad.Asus L7300

Wired Ethernet connections can be made with help of the Realtek RTL8168D/8111D Family PCI-E GBE NIC (10/100/1000Mbps). Asus L7B The built-in Intel WiFi Link 1000 BGN (bgn) module supports Standard-n and therefore allows for fast connection via WiFi-Hotspot if given the appropriate infrastructure. At hand is also a Qualcomm Gobi 2000 HS- USB modem 9205 for mobile broadband connections. The corresponding SIM slot isn’t located in the battery compartment as is usual, but rather below the service access panel.Asus L7C

A webcam is found in the upper display frame, meaning that the user is well-equipped for video conferencing, etc. Lenovo also kept Bluetooth in mind for communication with small mobile devices such as a PDA or mobile phone.Asus L7D

Although the 11.6-incher from Lenovo is classified as a business device, it doesn’t offer any special security features, indeed probably due its size. A commonly found Kensington security slot is the only thing on board. Asus L7E

As is typical with Lenovo, only the necessary accessories are delivered, i.e. battery, power adapter, cable and some printed information. The user has to themselves take care of setting up data recovery medium via the ThinkVantage Tools.Asus L7G

One can choose from quite a few optional accessories at an extra cost: bag, external mouse and keyboard, harddrive, a universal power pack with various adaptors, a port replicator and a so-called Power hub which can be used for loading the notebook’s battery, connecting up to four USB devices and loading devices via USB.Asus L7H
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The input devices are on the whole the same as those on the Thinkpad X100e.ASUS L1 The Chiclet-keyboard, in other words a design with individual keys, has a standard layout apart from the swapped Ctrl and Fn keys typical of Lenovo. Thus the user quickly feels at home and easily gets going in the touch-typing system. Again pleasing are the, for laptop size standards, relatively large keys measuring around 15 millimetres wide and 14 millimetres deep. Their front edge facing the user were rounded and they have a relatively generous spacing of 3 millimetres.ASUS L7

Also pleasing are the mechanical characteristics, balanced stroke and clear feedback. They have a pleasantly quiet stop sound even during energetic typing.ASUS L8

As is typical for the Thinkpad, it again comes with two mouse sets. One is a thin touchpad measuring around 75 millimetres in width and 34 millimetres in depth, which lies clearly deeper than the surrounding case housing. The non-rounded edge is raised up around 2 millimetres out back and thus clearly separates the touchpad from the case.ASUS M1

The touchpad surface has a pleasant satiny feel and offers good gliding characteristics. Precision and response are outstanding. In addition to the vertical and horizontal scrolling area, the touchpad also supports mutli-touch movements, for instance pinch-zoom, rotation and pivoting. ASUS M5N

The corresponding buttons are relevantly thin and end flush at the front edge of the case. They are evenly responsive across their entire surface and offer a relatively long stroke. They also work relatively quietly. ASUS M8

Also on board is of course the red trackpoint between G, H and B. As usual, it works flawlessly and after just a short settling time, the mouse cursor can be controlled precisely and effortlessly. The corresponding keys were designed as flip switches, yet they respond evenly across their entire expanse. If the centre key is held down, one can scroll through a document by moving the trackpoint.ASUS S1

Here is where the first difference from X100e becomes apparent. The 11.6” (26 cm x 14 cm) display with a maximum resolution of 1366x768 pixels, in other words a 16:9 format, has a reflective surface. More specifically it is an LGD02BE from LG Display.ASUS S5

The resolution is very fine for an 11-incher, which means that fonts appear very small. This can be resolved temporarily with a screen magnifier or permanently with a larger font display.ASUS S5N

Though the display, with a maximum 204 cd/m² and approximately 182 cd/m², is on average a bit dimmer than that of the X100e, it is a bit more evenly illuminated with a brightness distribution of 79%, which is just barely good enough. With a slightly lower level of black of 1.16 cd/m² and the lower brightness level, the two displays are about on the same level in terms of contrast (142:1).ASUS S8

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