The New Centrino2 Notebooks from ASUS

In August, ASUS is launching 7 new notebooks based on Intel’s new Centrino2 mobile platform. These include two gaming models (the newly designed the G50V), two multimedia models (the M50Vm and the M70Vm), two small form factor models (the U6V and the F6V) and the F8Va. These notebooks incorporate the very latest technology from Intel and ASUS to bring improved performance, heat dissipation, and WiFi capability to your customers.

What is Centrino2
Intel’s new Centrino2 platform is the biggest change in mobile processing that the company has introduced since the original launch of Intel’s Centrino processor technology in 2003. Centrino2 is a mobile platform consisting of a new processor, a new chipset, and new WiFi. Upgrades in each of these areas bring tangible benefits to your customers that they will love:
- Processor: Centrino2 notebooks use Intel’s 45nm Core2 Duo (Penryn) processors.
- Chipset: The new mobile Intel 45 Express chipset supports DX10 and HD playback.
- Wireless: The new notebooks all support Intel 802.11n WiFi for data transfer rates of up to 450mbps (when coupled with a 450mbps access point).

What are the Benefits?
The main benefits of the Centrino2 platform are improved performance and better energy efficiency. Wifi and security are also improved.

Performance: Intel claims performance gains of up to 50% for most tasks and 90% for the toughest computing tasks. Centrino2 processors support a faster FSB (up to 1066 MHz), higher processor clock speeds, and new micro architecture. It also includes faster DDR2 (800 MHz), as well as DDR3 support (up to 1066 MHz).

Energy Efficiency: 45nm processors use less power and have a better battery life. They also produce less heat, enabling even better notebook designs in the future.

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ASUS Takes Home Multiple Red Dot Design Awards for 2009

Eee PC™, EeeKeyboard PC and Notebooks Awarded Top Honor

ASUS receives the prestigious 2009 red dot design award for several of its top-selling products. Those included are the ever-popular Eee PC™ S101, EeeKeyboard PC, S121, P30 notebook, and the newly designed ergonomic Chocolate keyboard for ASUS notebooks. In addition, the ASUS RT-N17 wireless storage router and ASUS L-Series laptop carrying bags also received red dot design Honourable Mention awards.

The international red dot design award ranks among the largest and prestigious design competitions in the world. Each year an international panel reviews and evaluates the product submissions according to stringent criteria including level of innovation, functionality and the product quality.

ASUS is proud to present the following red dot award product design 2009 winners:

Eee PC™ S101
The ASUS Eee PC™ S101 is exquisitely designed for fashion-mindedindividuals who value style as a symbol of success. With a selection of four gorgeous colors—Brown, Champagne, Graphite or Pink—the S101 is accentuated with delightful details such as premium Infusion finishes and crystal-adorned hinges. A successful melding of fashion and functionality easily situates it at the pinnacle of portable computing.

ASUS S121 notebook
The ASUS S121 notebook was created to fulfill the demands of today’s busy executives and to keep them stylish wherever their work takes them. Dressed to impress, the S121 sports a majestic glossy brown finish with shimmering fibers that graces the LCD lid, while CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements,masterfully imbedded into intricately crafted metallic hinges, add a touch of class reminiscent of a pair of marquis-cut diamond cuff-links on a business suit. To further complete this fusion of high fashion and functionality, exquisite leather-wrapped palm rests are housed within a svelte 2.3cm profile and feather-light 3.19 lbs body. Coupled with a comfortable 12.1” screen, up to 250GB of hard disk space and 8 hours of battery life with the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, the ASUS S121 has redefined “digital luxury”.


EeeKeyboard PC
The most innovative and exciting computer available today, the space-saving and supremely portable EeeKeyboard PC offers the complete functionality of a desktop PC in a slim and stylish keyboard that weighs under 2.2 lbs. It easily turns any big-screen TV or LCD monitor into a fully functional PC and video/audio transmission device via its Ultra Wide Band Wireless connectivity—making it suitable for any modern home. A 5-inch touch panel provides users with an interactive and intuitive means of controlling the screen cursor.


ASUS P30 notebook
The ASUS P30 notebook delivers a total solution for secure and trusted mobile computing. It features outstanding power efficiency with the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE); while the ASUS Xpress Charge feature speedily recharges the notebooks. Under 3.3 lbs and only 1 inch thick, the P30 is the mobile power-house for road warriors.The P30 also delivers secure data protection that encompasses: HDD ShockShield Protection to help prevent hard drive data loss by shock absorption; added security via the ASUS AI Pre-Boot Finger Logon; the AI Secure Delete function; as well as Anti-theft technology that helps locate the notebook in case it is lost or stolen. Furthermore, the P30 delivers outstanding reliability with a sturdy design based on a Magnesium Skeleton, allowing users to rest assured that these notebooks will withstand the rigors of mobile computing.


ASUS Chocolate notebook keyboard
The ASUS Chocolate notebook keyboard highlights not only better ergonomic comfort, but also a visually cleaner appearance and more distinctive typing area. With a larger touch area, finger contact is increased dramatically and tight key spacing reduces dust accumulation. The distinct separation between the alphabetical keys and functional keys provides a smoother typing experience while reduces the frequency of typos.. The new ergonomic design on each of the keycaps allows the user’s fingers to locate and rest naturally on the keyboard, while hotkeys provide one-touch convenience. Combined with improved aesthetics and a ergonomic design,, the new ASUS Chocolate notebook keyboard aims to deliver the best typing experience.

Acer appoints Oliver Ahrens to head China operations

Acer Inc. announces the appointment of Oliver Ahrens as the corporate vice president and president of Acer China, effective April 1, 2009. Ahrens is presently serving as the business director of Peripheral Business Unit, Acer EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa).

T.Y. Lay, the current serving corporate vice president and president of Acer China, has tendered his resignation. Recognized for establishing a solid base for Acer in China, Lay shall remain in position until the end of March. Ahrens shall succeed Lay with the task of continuing to expand market share of the Acer Group’s multi-brand products in China.

Ahrens has been one of the key contributors to the company’s success in the past several years, hence, Acer has the assured confidence that he will be able to capitalize on his leadership and carry Acer China’s business onto the next stage for growth and excellence.

Born in 1965 and a German national, Ahrens graduated from the Universitaet Oldenburg with a Diploma in Economics. He served as the sales and marketing director of Acer Germany from 2000, and as the country manager from 2003~2006. In parallel, Ahrens has held his current position of business director of Peripheral Business Unit, Acer EMEA, since 2004.

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ASUS Begins Shipment of Eee Top ET1602 in North America

-- Touch Screen PC Made Easy --

FREMONT, CALIFORNIA (March 9, 2009) - ASUS, the award-winning innovator of the Eee series products, today announces immediate availability of the Eee Top ET1602 touch-based computer. Designed as an intuitive Internet device and central communication hub, the Eee Top integrates a 15.6" touch screen, an Intel Atom based system, and an easy to use graphic interface making today's computer a transparent, user-friendly experience for the entire household. Available now through ASUS North American authorized dealers, the Eee Top 1602’s introductory MSRP is $599 USD. A companion external DVD drive is also available at an introductory MRSP of $64 USD.

Collaborate, Communicate

The Eee Top's 15.6" touch screen is the perfect input surface for collaborate computing, negating the need to pass keyboards and mice or switch seats. The Eee Memo software converts your Eee Top into a doodle-friendly post-it-notes station. It's integrated webcam, array mic and wireless capabilities grant it video-phone functionality over Skype, while the Eee Cam software makes custom photo messages and YouTube videos a breeze.

Compute from Room to Room

The nature of the Eee Top seamlessly consolidates input and output into a sleek integrated system. Its built-in handle makes the 10 lbs. system highly portable from room to room. Available in black and white, its clean, cable-less look fits a wide variety of rooms. Furthermore, Eee Top’s low energy consumption and Super Hybrid Engine minimize heat and annoying fan noises found in traditional computing solutions.

Entertain and Educate

With its wireless networking capabilities, camera card reader and plethora of USB ports, the Eee Top is ready to access the web, share photos and playback movies. Navigate entire web pages with a few taps of the touch-optimized Opera browser. Enjoy all your videos, pictures and music with the simple drag of the finger in Eee Cinema. The 16:9 Splendid screen and onboard SRS audio make the Eee Top an excellent multimedia hub.

DVD for your Eee

To access your DVD collection on the Eee Top and other devices, ASUS introduces the SDRW-08D1S-U Diamond slim USB DVD drive, sold separately. With its matching design, space-saving vertical stand and USB powered operation, the Diamond drive is the most convenient way to playback movies and archive your favorite memories.

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Top tips for power-efficient personal computing

HP business desktop PCs, notebooks and workstations are designed with built-in energy-saving intelligence – from pre-set sleep states and adjustable fan speeds to thermal and power management technology.

HP business desktop PCs
All HP 5000 and 7000 series business PCs can be configured to meet the EPA’s ENERGY STAR® guidelines, the most recognized national symbol for energy efficiency in the U.S. These product lines are designed around many of the industry's newest and most energy-efficient technologies.

The ENERGY STAR logo means that your PC has been configured and tested to stringent energy consumption standards as set forth by the EPA. All ENERGY STAR qualified Business Desktop PCs from HP are also EPEAT™ Gold registered – reaching even a higher standard of environmental attributes.

Check out the HP Compaq dc7900 business PC. It features many of the latest innovations in energy-saving PC technology, including low-power PC components, an advanced thermal design and user-controlled power management software. It’s also available with up to 87 percent efficient power supplies.

HP business notebook PCs
Nearly all HP business notebooks are ENERGY STAR® qualified for power efficiency. The HP Illumi-Lite display in select notebooks uses highly efficient, mercury-free LED screens, which can significantly lengthen your battery life.
Ambient light sensors on certain models help reduce your power consumption by automatically adjusting display brightness to lighting conditions. Many HP commercial notebooks support solid state drives that can reduce heat and increase battery life.

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You can lighten your workload and your power consumption with HP EliteBook 2530p or 2730p Notebook PCs. Both include the features above and are EPEAT™ Gold rated.

HP personal workstations
HP’s entire Personal Workstation line achieved an EPEAT™ Gold rating. All 2008 models feature 80 percent efficient power supplies standard and have ENERGY STAR® qualified configurations available.

Many power-saving settings are standard across the workstation family, such as energy-efficient processors, adjustable fan speeds and pre-set sleep states. Sleep mode “powers down” non-critical components during periods of inactivity, yet allows the workstation to be quickly “woken up” to resume computing. High-end workstation models also feature HP liquid cooling technology.

Calculate your energy consumption with the new Workstation Power Usage Estimator. A step-by-step guide helps you make simple power measurements and input data into a customizable spreadsheet. Compare different hardware and usage scenarios to help estimate your energy-saving potential.

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Acer appoints Oliver Ahrens to head China operations

Acer Inc. announces the appointment of Oliver Ahrens as the corporate vice president and president of Acer China, effective April 1, 2009. Ahrens is presently serving as the business director of Peripheral Business Unit, Acer EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa).

T.Y. Lay, the current serving corporate vice president and president of Acer China, has tendered his resignation. Recognized for establishing a solid base for Acer in China, Lay shall remain in position until the end of March. Ahrens shall succeed Lay with the task of continuing to expand market share of the Acer Group’s multi-brand products in China.

Ahrens has been one of the key contributors to the company’s success in the past several years, hence, Acer has the assured confidence that he will be able to capitalize on his leadership and carry Acer China’s business onto the next stage for growth and excellence.

Born in 1965 and a German national, Ahrens graduated from the Universitaet Oldenburg with a Diploma in Economics. He served as the sales and marketing director of Acer Germany from 2000, and as the country manager from 2003~2006. In parallel, Ahrens has held his current position of business director of Peripheral Business Unit, Acer EMEA, since 2004.

ASUS Launches the S121 for Stylish Computing On the Go

New Notebook Boasts Added Performance Features for Versatile Mobile Computing

CONSUMER ELECTRONICS SHOW, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA (January 8, 2009) -ASUS is proud to announce the launch of the new S121 notebook, a versatile mobile computing companion for individuals who view their notebooks not only as tools, but also as accessories that complement their diverse lifestyles. In combining innovative technologies and a cutting edge design similar to that of the successful Eee PC™ S101 Ultra-mobile Internet Device, the ASUS S121 is a notebook that provides extensive multi-tasking capabilities and mobile performance that breezes through any occasion. Be it in the office or the trendiest parts of town on a night out, the ASUS S121 provides both charm and productivity anywhere.

A Marque of Exquisite Taste and Design
As a notebook counterpart of the Eee PC™ S101, the ASUS S121 sports a majestic glossy brown Infusion finish that graces the LCD lid, while CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements masterfully imbedded into intricately crafted metallic hinges add a touch of class, reminiscent of a pair of marquis-cut diamond cuff-links on a business suit. The pièce de résistance, a luxurious and elegant leather palm rest, completes the ASUS S121—a celebration of high fashion and functionality.

Substance in Equal Measure to Style
Head-turning looks aside, the ASUS S121 also packs substance in the form of a suite of user-friendly features. Equipped with a 12.1” energy saving, LED backlight display, the S121 provides comfortable viewing for documents, multimedia and Internet browsing without eye strain. Users who require a larger storage space for business or school will appreciate hard disk drive storage options up to 250GB, while users who travel frequently and need instantaneous data access while on the move can choose a Solid State Drive (SSD) of up to 512GB. With co-development with a 3rd party vendor, ASUS’ SSDs are only 1.8” thick; and are the world’s largest density SSD drives at 512GB. Adopting the latest controller technology to offer twice as fast data transfer speeds in comparison to traditional hard drives, ASUS’ SSDs also deliver absolute data protection by resisting shocks and knocks for better reliability, faster boot up time, and lower power consumption—making them definite must-have devices for ultra mobile notebooks.

Enjoy All-Day Computing with Extended Battery
Life The ASUS S121 features the exclusive Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) which greatly enhances the notebook’s energy efficiency, letting users enjoy longer battery life per charge—enabling longer hours of continuous computing. SHE also offers a choice of performance and power consumption modes that allow users to make quick and easy adjustments to suit their usage scenarios. In addition, SHE has the ability to intelligently boost system performance under heavy load, thus enabling the notebook to meet the demands of processor and resource-intensive tasks.
Specifications:

Model S121

Processor and Cache Memory
- Intel Atom Processor Z520 (1.33GHz, 533MHz, 512KB cache)

Operating System
- Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic - Genuine Windows XP- GNU Linux

Main Memory
DDR2 533MHz 1 x SODIMM up to 2GB

Display
12.1” LED backlight panel

Hard Drive
- 1.8” SATA HDD up to 250GB / 5400RPM- Optional 512GB SSD (MLC)

Optical Drive
External drives supported

Video Camera*
Built-in 1.3 M Pixel camera with array mic

Fax/Modem/LAN/WLAN
- Wi-Fi 802.11n- 10/100/1000 LAN- Bluetooth®
Dimensions and Weight
- 29.7cm (W) x 21cm (D) x 0.23–0.26cm (H)
- 1.45kg (with 4-cell polymer battery)* Subject to system configuration and usage.

Note: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit http://www.asus.com/ for more information