Why not a Netbook?

Karahel Posted August 5th 2018 Updated Aug 5th 2018 - 12:31 PM 3,423 views
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Key features

Intel CPU Small Form Factor

The build

My old Acer One ZG5 with a few cooling mods and some led light. This netbook is used for solitaire gaming, music and some document work. It can run Youtube videos at a 720p without any problem.

System specs

CPU
Intel Atom
RAM
1.5 GB RAM
Storage
mSata SSD 128 GB (With SATA adapter)
OS
Raspbian (for the low spec system)

Performed mods

Two mini fans (1.5cm, 5V).
CPU fan directly to 5V.
Two power up 5V regulators.
Two led lights.
Copper thermal pads.
Aluminium Heatsink (over the factory heatsink).
A hole in the lower case for air intake.
Acrylic cover for scratch protection.

Special tools used

  • Dremel Mototool
  • Soldering iron.

Links & contact

✉Message@Karahel

Time spent

about 6 hours

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1 Comment on Why not a Netbook?

#1
Prophet_38[17]
It's elegant in a ghetto fashion, but doesn't deserve a Nobel Prize. Good work Mate.
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