If you’re looking to upgrade from XP or Vista on your netbook, or perhaps you already have, then here’s some great news for you. Some netbook makers have already updated the driver download pages to include Windows 7 drivers which should work better than Vista drivers you may be using instead. Most Asus netbooks now have drivers for Windows 7 from their support page.

Other companies have updated their support pages but, not all companies support many netbook models. There is support from Toshiba for the NB205, while Acer are providing Windows 7 drivers for the Aspire One 751 and AOP531h with AOD250 to follow. Dell are listing drivers for the Mini 10v and Mini 10 but not the Inspiron Mini 9 or 12. HP on the other hand have support for discontinued netbooks, such as the HP Mini 2140. They’ve also got support for the 110, 5101 and other models. Lenovo have also updated their support page to include manuals but, no drivers yet. This could change soon though.

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In this month’s catalogue from Dell there’s several great saving offers on from the Mini 10 to the Inspiron 17. An interesting find on the very last page reveals an even cheaper Mini 10 model for $299. The new model denoted with a v, the Dell Inspiron Mini 10v will be released mid May for $100 less than the current Mini 10 model. Not much is cut back for the $100 either. The hard drive is reduced in size from 160GB to 120GB which is still adequate. The processor used has also been changed. The 10v will use the more traditional CPU of the Intel Atom N270 instead of the Z series Atom processor.

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Since it first went up for pre-order, I’m sure some of you would like to know how exactly the Dell Inspiron Mini 10 functions in real life. Good thing Laptop has already finished reviewing their Dell Mini 10, and has shared their thoughts about the said netbook in a full-sized review. Overall, they’ve deemed the netbook good, especially when it comes to text input with the slightly larger keyboard it’s got than most other netbooks. The built-in HDMI port pretty much becomes an accessory because its use of an Atom Z530 processor couple with Intel’s GMA 500 graphics aren’t enough to handle 720p video playback properly. Otherwise, it’s a netbook worth taking a look at, if the odd trackpad doesn’t throw you off in the first place.

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Dell has published photos with instructions on how to disassemble and upgrade or replace components of the Inspiron Mini 10. In these photos, it is revealed that replacing the hard drive and wireless card is quite difficult, as it requires removing the keyboard. And by removing the trackpad assemby, one can gain access to the spot for the optional TV tuner, Atom CPU and RAM. Unfortunately, the RAM is soldered to you won’t be able to upgrade it to a higher capacity. In any case, these photos will surely help out anyone looking to peek inside the Dell Mini 10’s innards. More photos at the link below.

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As expected, the Dell Inspiron Mini 10 has finally shown up on Dell’s official web site, and it is listed with is official specs along with extra options that will come in a future upgrade. The Dell Inspiron Mini 10 won’t be you run of the mill 10-inch netbook. It sports an HDMI out port, and its 10-inch screen boasts 16:9 aspect ratio. Needless to say, it also has typical netbook features, so it has every right to go against each and every netbook that’s ever been put out to market. It will become available on February 26th, so mark your calendars in case you’re looking to bag this netbook when it comes out.

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Dell’s 10-inch Mini 10 netbook is now up for pre-order, but not from Dell. Instead, one can buy it off the web site of QVC, for $559. It will ship on March 20th. To refresh your memory, here are a few of the Dell Inspiron Mini 10’s specs:

• Processor: Intel Atom Z530 processor 1.60GHz
• Storage: 160GB HD
• Memory: 1GB DDR2 SDRAM
• Graphics: Intel GMA 500
• Colors: 6 options – Blue, Green, Pink, Red, White, Black
• Weight: 2.6lbs
• Screen: 10.1-inch display, 1024 x 576 resolution (SVGA), LED backlit
• Wireless: 802.11g
• Web Camera: 1.3MP built-in
• Ports: 3 USB 2.0, HDMI, Ethernet, 3-in-1 media card reader
• Warranty: 1-year
• Audio: SRS sound enhancement software included
• OS: Windows XP Home Edition

If you’ve been waiting for a chance to get this 10-inch netbook, now’s the time. It should also be widely available from other sales channels soon.

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Dell recently held a press conference in France in which it officially launched a 3G version of the Dell Mini 10. The photo you see above was taken by the guys from over at Netbook3G, and other photos comparing it to the Asus Eee PC 901 Go are also available on their site. The absence of a button on that trackpad is very evident, though it doesn’t look like it’s going to be much of a problem. If you a refresher as to the Dell Mini 10’s specs:

• Atom Z530 CPU
• 1GB RAM
• Multi-touch Trackpad
• 160GB HDD (No SSD models currently)
• 10” 1024×576 Display (HD screen will also be available 1366 x 768 I think)
• Wi-Fi N, Webcam, 3G Broadband, GPS, TV Tuner
• Windows XP Home
• 3-Cell or 6-Cell Battery

More photos and details are available at the Netbook3G site, linked below.

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Following on from the announcement of the Dell Inspiron Mini 10, Engadget have posted up an a screen shot detailing more specifications of the Mini 10. According to the slide, the Mini 10 will come in six colors, Ice Blue, Gecko Green, New Cherry Red, Flamingo-go Pink, or more traditional netbook colors, Obsidian Black and Alpine White.

It also seems you’re able to choose between a 1.3GHz or 1.6GHz Intel Atom Z530 Silverhome processor as well as a choice between two screen resolutions. The netbook will be available with a slightly less than average resolution of 1024×576 or an improved 1366 x 768 resolution. A HDMI port is also to be included on the Mini 10 as well as GPS and a TV tuner. To make the most of these added specs, the netbook also appears to be released with a 3 cell battery or a 6 cell.

Unfortunately there’s still no information on a release date or price, let alone how much the upgraded specs will cost, but we’ll keep you informed.

At a press conference at CES 2009 today, Dell have announced details of it’s upcoming, exciting new netbook – the Inspiron Mini 10. Images of the Mini 10 from the conference are posted below, more of the images from the event can be found at Pocket Lint:

No release date or pricing details have been released yet  for the Mini 10 but, from the details on specs that Dell have released, we know it will be fitted with a 720p display, 10 inch of course, as the name implies and the screen will be an “edge to edge display” on this model. Other features/specifications include an “edge to edge” keyboard, along with a built in TV tuner and integrated 3G WWAN/GPS. The Mini 10 will come fitted with an Atom Z530 CPU and as more details come in we’ll post them up.

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