Question 1

Window RT?

Accepted Answer

No. The Vivo Tab comes with 32-bit Windows 8.1 (same version that runs on your Intel x86 desktop) and Office Home & Student (permanent license, not the Office 365 subscription thing).

The main problem is that Wndows 8.1 and Office together occupy a large portion of the 32GB system disk. If I had to buy this again I would go for the 64GB version.

Windows 8.1 runs well enough on this device. I recently upgraded to Windows 10 and it upgraded without trouble and runs as well as Windows 8.1.

Question 2

This deice is suppose to come with microsoft office, why did mine not come with it?

Accepted Answer

Mine came with it, but it might have to be activated using the product key in the box. If for some reason it isn't on there, you can download a trial of office 2013 and then use the key to activate the trial. If that doesn't work or there isn't an activation key in the box, then you will need to contact customer service and probably get a key or an entire unit replacement. 
Unrelated though, this has been a pretty good tablet in the few weeks Ive been using it.

Question 3

Has anybody tried installing a linux distribution on this tablet?

Accepted Answer

I haven't but I've been thinking of trying it. I'd like to know and might try soon. If I do I will re-answer this

Question 4

Can this device run Zbrush at all?

Accepted Answer

I can't vouch for Zbrush, but I use sketchbook pro and artrage on mine. I've noticed on artrage it will get a little slow and lag on brush strokes. The initial wacom driver built in is not as nice (sensitivity responsiveness) as my graphire4 tablet. There is also some issues with that wacom driver compatibility with different software packages (gimp/photoshop have issues), so you'll have do a little research.

I'd suggest if doing heavy work, get something a tad bit beefier spec wise with slightly more screen space. Without having a demo available to try it, I can't say that you'd have a smooth experience.

Question 5

Can you install windows programs on the device and if you can, can they be installed on an external SD card?

Accepted Answer

yes of course you can install windows program actually it just like windows 8 on normal lap top or desktop pc but a bit slower of course.
installing on external i think its possible as the mini usb port is OTG where you can connect it to external devices. i havent tried it but i can try it and let you know.

regards

Question 6

Is this 32gb unit brand new or refurbished?

Accepted Answer

the one i got was brand new

Question 7

will this devise capable to run google sketchup  ?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Brand	ASUS
Series	VivoTab
Model	M80TA-B1-BK
Color	Black

CPU Type	Intel Atom
Processor Name	Z3740 1.33GHz (Turbo up to 1.86 GHz)
Number of Cores	Quad-core Processor

Screen Size	8.0"
Touchscreen	Touch Screen
Display Features	IPS, Glare panel
Resolution	1280 x 800

GPU/VPU	Intel HD Graphics
Video Memory	Shared system memory

SSD	32GB
Card Reader	1 x Micro SD Card Reader (Up to 64 GB)

ASUS VivoTab M80TA-B1-BK Intel Atom Z3740 2GB DDR3 Memory 32GB 8.0" Touchscreen Tablet Windows 8.1 (32 bit)

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USB	1 x Micro USB 2.0
Audio Ports	1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack

Battery	15WHrs, 4050mAh, 1S1P, 1-cell Li-ion polymer Battery Pack
Battery Life	Up to 6 hour(s)

Other Features	1 Year Accident Damage Protection / 30 Day Zero Bright Dot Guarantee
Function	Internet Tablet

Communications
WLAN	802.11a/g/n Wireless LAN
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 4.0

Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions (W x D x H)	8.7" x 5.2" x 0.4"
Weight	0.84lb

Item#: N82E16834231593