I am thinking of getting a sub-laptop for location recording, either
using my RME Multiface (I'll buy the PCMCIA interface) or possibly an
Echo Indigo I/O for compact stereo use. This computer would
supplement, not replace, my home system. I would also use it for live
performance from Reaktor and Samplitude running on Windows XP.

Portability is a high priority, which is why I am considering units
with 10" screens. I believe that the processors, memory, and hard
drive capacities of these are more than up to the task (in general)
since they at least the equal of much larger computers from five years
ago. However, I am sure that compromises made in the construction and
configuration of such units might make them unsuitable for pro audio
recording.

My physical location makes trying systems almost impossible, so I want
to know as much as possible before buying one. This is all still
hypothetical but any advice based on experience with these sorts of
systems would be welcome. I have found very little by searching.

Examples:
Fujitsu Loox T70H
Sony Vaio T series
Sharp Actius MM20

If I could find such a tiny computer I would be happy with 2-in/2-out
at 16-bit/44KHz (for recording senario) and 6 channels out for
playback scenario. Otherwise I'd maybe be happy with a larger form
factor. (But there are threads already on that.)

Hopefully this thread will also help others.

-- robin