HP Mini 2140: The Mini Note 2133, Mini 1000 rolled into one Netbook


We’ve got good news for those who love the HP Mini Note 2133 for its design and form factor but hate its processor and Vista OS. HP has decided to continue their first netbook’s legacy with the Mini 2140.

HP Mini 2140

The HP Mini 2140 comes with an Intel Atom 1.6GHz processor, 10.1-inch LED display, 1GB (max 2GB) RAM, 80GB or 160GB HDD options, WiFi, Bluetooth, Express Card slot, and a ton of OS options that include Windows XP Home/Pro, Vista Basic/Premium, SuSe Linux and FreeDOS. The starting price for the HP Mini 240 is pegged at $499 which is exactly the same price of the Mini Note 2133 when it first debuted a while back. This, likewise, means that the Mini 2140 won’t be cheap at all.

However, with the best features of both the Mini Note 2133 and Mini 1000 all packaged in one stellar looking device, I certainly wouldn’t mind paying extra for it. While this is certainly good news for those holding out on buying a netbook, this latest announcement will definitely disappoint those who have already bought an HP Mini 1000 thinking that they were already getting the best of what HP has to offer as far as netbooks are concerned.

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January 9th, 2009
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Written by:
Justin
Posted on:
1/9/2009 at 2:57 am

It’s a pity that HP makes Linux users suffer with inferior hardware configurations. I think the 2133 is the best mini note out there, and I’ve held out on purchasing it. I guess I made a wise decision. I’ll definitely be picking up this variant unless something comes along much more mouthwatering (Apple) :)

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Written by:
gerry
Posted on:
1/9/2009 at 5:14 am

wait out for MSI Wind U120 or so series…it will surely blow you away with its features and price…check it on the news

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Written by:
Nick
Posted on:
1/10/2009 at 2:56 am

Tried the 2140, as well as the Asus and MSI up-and-comers, at CES yesterday. 5 minutes on each. The HP was quick, and the keyboard was VERY easy to get used to. The fact that the extended battery sticks down instead of out is a bit of an annoyance (to my tastes that is). The MSI keyboard was great, but it actually seemed sluggish next to the Asus and the HP. The new Asus with the 80GB SSD was quick and easy to use.

Over in the intel booth they were touting the Atom with devices from numerous vendors. Sony had one there, didn’t catch the model, and Lenovo’s little ideapad. The Lenovo was OK.

The Samsung netbook is a real contender as well. Felt good, was quick.

since the overall specs are mostly the same, it (in my opinion) comes down to the keyboard, and the ports. HP and Samsung have express card slots. So depending on how the Samsung is priced on the street, for me it’s the HP 2140, the Samsung, or the new 10″ Asus “business” model with the 2GB RAM stock, and the larger SSD.

The OS is irrelevant to me as it will be replaced with Ubuntu anyway!

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Written by:
Stuart
Posted on:
1/10/2009 at 12:49 pm

You don’t mention the screen resolution - 1024×576 isn’t nearly as good as 1280×768.. I like the extra elbow room..

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Written by:
gusman
Posted on:
1/11/2009 at 1:34 am

Phew…I think hp has the best design compare to other netbooks..n this is new product is really awesome..do u have more detailed on it specs especiAlly on what kind of vga card used in it? Is it better than asus s10?

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Written by:
freak
Posted on:
1/13/2009 at 11:19 pm

kindly post here if the HP Mini 2140 is already available here in the philippines, it’s price and where to buy because i am waiting for it. thanks in advance!

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Written by:
jonathan
Posted on:
1/21/2009 at 12:48 pm

I have been a Suse Linux user for a long time and I’d love to try this netbook, the specs are just about enough for a software developer like me.

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Written by:
frank
Posted on:
2/22/2009 at 1:47 am

please post when the hp mini 2140 be available here in the phil and its price. im looking forward for it. thanks!

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Written by:
Reli
Posted on:
3/3/2009 at 9:53 pm

I know people whose selling their Brandnew HP Mini Netbook 2140 at 27K on the 3rd week of March, Interested? Text me at 09205369005.

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Written by:
SEGAGIGA
Posted on:
4/11/2009 at 1:02 am

The HP Mini 2140 is already out here in the Philippines. Check out my “mini” review:

http://segagiga.multiply.com/journal/item/5/My_HP_Mini_2140_mini_Review

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Written by:
mr pogi
Posted on:
4/21/2009 at 9:52 pm

I thought your site is about mobile phone, but the post is about laptop. I suggest change the title of the site… however im looking forward to buy that notebook

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Written by:
mr pogi
Posted on:
4/21/2009 at 9:54 pm

I thought your site is about mobile phone, but the post is about the laptop. I suggest change the title into Laptop Philippines, i think it would be better. however im looking forward to buy this notebook

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Written by:
Dave Cenido
Posted on:
5/20/2009 at 3:08 pm

HP Mini is the best 3rd generation Netbook around. Click here to view the Ultimate HP Mini Blog site in the Philippines: http://www.hpmini.com.ph