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Most people buy netbooks because they need just the essentials when it comes to features and don’t want to shell out a ton of money. However, some people find that they need more features later down the line. Instead of upgrading to a notebook, you could invest in a 3-in-1 USB Dock from Century.

This gadget adds back in all the features that netbooks strip out. For instance, it has an 8x DVD writer, since most netbooks lack an optical drive. Plus it has a 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD drive slot, so you can easily add additional storage space when your netbook’s meager hard drive is maxed out.

It fits right under your netbook and connects via USB. It even has a fan to keep your portable cool while you’re on the go. It works with Windows XP and Vista and is available now in Japan for the equivalent of $100. There’s no word if this will be available in the U.S. anytime soon.