The ASUS Chromebox M004U is a relatively small device suitable for your entertainment and office needs due to its great connectivity fea...
The ASUS Chromebox M004U is a relatively
small device suitable for your entertainment and office needs due to its great
connectivity features. The device boots
quickly to synchronize with any existing Chrome services. It has a display port
for connecting to large displays and HD TVs, besides supporting access to media
stored in SD cards.
Fast ChromeOS
The Chromebox is preinstalled with a
chrome operating system that instantly launches your favorite applications
after booting. The Chromebox has an integrated malware and virus protection
with an update feature enabled, thus keeping you safe when both online and
offline.
Powerful Processor for Easy Multitasking
The ASUS Chromebox houses a powerful
processor that supports the multitasking activities typical to the Chrome OS.
With the processor, multiple peripheral devices can be connected to the
Chromebox without slowing down any running programs. Consequently, the user can
choose connectivity options such as screen size, multiple displays and even
attach HD TV or a VESA-mountable monitor.
Parental Control
The ASUS Chromebox features
personalized data access making the computer ideal for family use. Users can
easily switch between accounts when surfing the web to keep private the information
in each account.
Features and Specifications
Intel Celeron 2955U Processor with a
1.4 GHz speed
16 GB SSD hard disk drive capacity,
2GB DDR3 RAM
Google Chrome Operating System
Intel HD Graphics
Measures 4.88 x 4.88 x 1.65 inches
in Length x Width x Height
Weighs 1.3 pounds
Customer Reviews and Scores
Customers find the Chromebox to be
faster when browsing the internet compared with other desktop computers. The
ChromeOS solves problems related to the additional programs such as virus
scanning software and background processes that slow down computers. The online
version of the Chromebox Microsoft Office works perfectly well by eliminating
the whistles typical of the regular Office. Users find it convenient to use the
100GB of online storage supported by the Chromebox.
The Chromebox has excellent
connectivity features. It is fitted with four 3.0 USB ports, an Ethernet port,
SD card reader port and inbuilt Wi-Fi. Customers find the ASUS Chromebox quiet,
with no issues with heat. By the time of writing this review, 815 users had
reviewed the machine on Amazon giving it a score of 4.5 out of 5 stars. Best
sellers rank the ASUS Chromebox at position 189.
Cons:
Some customers complain of
experiencing slow response of the mouse and keyboard when using the Chromebox.
Scrolling may become impossible until the system is rebooted. Additionally, the
Wi-Fi drops dead from time to time even when the device is close to the router.
Other users report the Chromebox as only being able to support a maximum of four
tabs in the browser before it becomes sluggish. Not many customers find the
only cloud printing option available on the Chromebox convenient.
FAQ:
Q: Does the Chromebox come with 8.1?
A: No. It uses the ChromeOs, not
Windows.
Q: Can the end user upgrade the RAM?
A: Yes. The Chromebox has two RAM
slots. Besides, you can use DDR3 RAM chips of a value higher than 2GB.
Q: Can it overheat if operated 24/7?
A: there is no problem of running
the device 24/7 provided there is sufficient ventilation. The inbuilt fan helps
in cooling.
Conclusion
Considering its size, operating
system and connectivity features, the ASUS Chromebox M004U is the solution for home
and office use. Its silent operation and ability to run 24/7 without raising
the fear of overheating is equally commendable.
