Jon, I use a Microsoft surface, with removable keyboard, touchscreen - been bullet proof.  Need to be sure that it has intel processor (and 16G ram), as the Microsoft processer (non intel) I don’t think works for some programs.  I don’t know the voltage… it does have a power cube that shows multiple voltages, 1.5, 5v, 15V… with a magnet 6 pin power connector.. so I’m guessing 3 for the hots and 3 independent grounds?  Weird..

I use an I7 version, never had an issue running software – WSJT and logging.  Screen is small, but expandable with a small USB C screen or two, that works great.  Removable keyboard is great (magnetic) so can use as a tablet or a laptop.

73 and GL

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Jon Platt via NLRS
Sent: Friday, June 20, 2025 11:06 AM
To: NRLS Reflector <[email protected]>
Subject: [NLRS] Suggestion on netbook-ish PC

I have a question for the PC brain trust.  

I may be in the market for a low cost netbook/laptop that would support the following operating style.  When mobile/roving, 

• I running WSJT-x for FT8/MSK etc,   Also run N1MM software for contest logging (VHF or HF).  
• I live in a 12vdc World, its needs to be 12 vdc, no converters please.
• Needs to be smallish in size as my Subaru radio shack cockpit is small.  Think what it would be like to sit in a small car while operating FT8, etc.  

I do not need a higher end laptop as I have one of those.    Suggestions?

73, Jon

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