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The Aspire One 531h is another 10.1-inch netbook from Acer. The other 10.1-inch Acer Aspire One netbook models are the Aspire One D250, the Aspire One D150, and the Aspire One P531h.

Customers from the US can choose from three versions of the Acer Aspire One 531h netbook. This AO531h netbooks comparison and guide explores the differences and similarities among all three netbook versions. Read on to learn which Aspire One 531h netbook version is best.

Aspire One 531h: The 3G Netbook from Acer

It has 3G and it is black – this, in a nutshell, sets the Acer Aspire One 531h apart from the rest of the Acer netbook pack. The built-in 3G hardware is a great idea. The black color for all versions is not so great. Does “3G netbook” stand for “black netbook?” It must to somebody somewhere in the humongous Acer dynasty.

Why get an Acer Aspire One 531h? If you want or need internet connectivity whenever, wherever, the Aspire One 531h netbook is for you. When you’re at a hotspot, use the Wi-Fi. Otherwise, use the 3G network. Just sign up for a wireless data plan with a 3G network to take advantage of the onboard 3G hardware. The following are the Wireless Wide Area Network specifications for Acer 3G netbooks:

WWAN: UMTS/HSPA at 850/1900/2100 MHz and quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz), upgradeable to 7.2 Mb/s HSDPA and 2 Mb/s HSUPA, supporting receiver diversity and equalizing at 2100 MHz (for 3G models)

The Acer Aspire One 531h comes in three different flavors – all of them in black, of course!  Which AO531h version is right for you? Find out by reading our Aspire One 531h netbooks comparison and guide.

Using this AO531h guide and netbooks comparison chart

As with all other Acer netbooks comparison guides, this Aspire One 531h guide is divided into four sections.

1. Refer to the first section to find out the names of the different AO531h versions available to the US market.
2. Go to the second section to check the basic specifications of the Acer Aspire One 531h netbook. The second section lists the features shared by all versions of the Aspire One 531h netbook.
3. Next, refer to the third section to find out how the different Aspire One 531h netbooks vary. The third section summarizes the differences among all AO531h netbook versions.
4. Finally, refer to the fourth section to choose your netbook. The fourth section is the netbooks comparison chart. To use the chart, simply choose the Aspire One 531h netbook version that has all your preferred specifications.

The Acer Aspire One 531h Netbooks Guide and Comparison Chart

I. The Different Acer Aspire One 531h Netbook Versions

The following are the three AO531h netbook versions available to the US market:

• AO531h-1077
• AO531h-1440
• AO531h-1766

II. Summary of Similarities among Acer Aspire One 531h Netbook Versions

What do all AO531h netbooks have in common? The following are the basic specifications that all Acer 531h netbooks share:

Display: 10.1″ WSVGA (1024 x 600) TFT LCD
Processor: Intel Atom Processor N270 (512KB L2 cache, 1.60GHz, 533MHz FSB)
Storage: 160 GB SATA hard disk drive
RAM: 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM, expandable up to 2 GB
Operating System: Windows
Graphics: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
WLAN: 802.11 b/g
LAN: 10/100 Mbps LAN
Features: Integrated stereo speakers, digital mic, multi-gesture touchpad
Webcam: 0.3MP integrated web camera
USB Ports: 3 USB 2.0 ports
Card reader: 5-in-1 card reader
Jacks / Ports: Headphone/speaker/line-out jack, microphone jack, Ethernet LAN port, VGA port (video-out)
Dimensions: 10.04 x 7.2 x 0.5/1.06 inches, 2.2 lbs. with 3-cell battery pack and 2.53 lbs. with 6-cell battery pack

III. Summary of Differences among Acer Aspire One 531h Netbook Versions

How do the AO531h netbooks vary? The following are the differences among all three AO531h versions:

Operating System: One of the Acer Aspire One 531h netbooks has a Windows 7 operating system, while the remaining two versions come preinstalled with a Windows XP Home Edition operating system.
Bluetooth: One of the AO531h netbooks has integrated Bluetooth, while the two other versions have no Bluetooth onboard.
Battery: One of the Aspire One 531h netbook versions has a 3-cell Li-ion battery (24.4 W 2200 mAh), while the two other versions have a 6-cell Li-ion battery (48.8 W 4400 mAh).
Limited Warranty: One of the AO531h versions has a 2-year limited warranty from Acer, whereas the two other versions have a 1-year limited warranty.

IV. Acer Aspire One 531h Netbooks Comparison Chart

Important Note: The prices in this chart are the netbooks’ list prices at the time of writing. Prices change often so follow the link to the stores to find the most recent list prices and to check whether the product is being sold brand new, refurbished or used. One of the units is not available online; for this unit, follow the link to the Acer’s retail store finder to see the Acer-authorized distributor nearest you.

AO531h versions	Operating System	Bluetooth	Battery	Acer Limited Warranty	Price	Where to Buy
AO531h-1077	Windows 7 Starter	Yes	3-cell, up to 3 hrs	1 yr	No info	Find a retailer here.
AO531h-1440	Windows XP Home Edition	No	6-cell, up to 6 hrs	2 yrs	$269.99 (Refurbished)	Amazon
AO531h-1766	Windows XP Home Edition	No	6-cell, up to 6 hrs	1 yr	$279.99	Radio Shack (in-store)
					$309.95	B&H
					$448.99	Buy.com
					$452.99	PC Mall
					$454.64	PC Connection
					$503.95	Amazon

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