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  • 06-03-2008 11:12 AM

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    MSI Launches 10" Atom-Based Wind Notebook

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    MSI LAUNCHES THE WIND - THE FIRST 10” NOTEBOOK TO FEATURE INTEL ATOM CPU

    The 2.6 lbs Wind features 5+ HR battery life, Windows XP, ergonomic keyboard, and 80G hard drive all for under $500 

    CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA – June 3rd, 2008 – MSI Computer, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, is excited to announce the official launch of the much anticipated Wind Notebook. The Wind, an acronym for “Wi-Fi Network Device,” is the first 10” notebook to feature the speedy new Intel Atom 1.6GHz processor.

    “Intel is excited to collaborate with MSI to usher in the next generation of mobile computing devices,” said Steve Dallman, Intel VP Sales and marketing Group and GM, Worldwide Reseller Channel Organization. “The Wind’s user–friendly design, combined with the low power and 45nm High-K process of the Intel Atom processor, makes for an exceptional netbook.”

     


    Weighing in at just 2.6 lbs, MSI designed the Wind to be lightweight and ultra mobile, without sacrificing convenience or performance.  The Wind features an ergonomically designed keyboard that is only 20% smaller than of a full sized keyboard, with keys spaced a comfortable 0.68 inches apart.  Business travelers will welcome the extended battery life available with the Windows based version, which provides up to 5.5 hours of untethered work time.

    The Windows version of the Wind features an 80G / 2.5” SATA hard drive, which further sets it apart from other ultra portable notebooks, whose manufacturers have compromised memory capacity to save space.  The Wind’s display features embedded LED power-saving backlight technology, which provides superior color quality and brightness.  This innovative notebook also comes standard with a 1.3M webcam, Bluetooth capabilities, 3 USB ports and a 4-in-1 card reader.

    The Windows version of the Wind is priced at $499 MSRP, and will be available for purchase starting June 16th, 2008 at www.msimobile.com.  The Linux based models of the Wind will be available at the same site later this summer for $399 MSRP.  Full specifications are below...

     

     

    Windows Version

    CPU

    Intel Atom 1.6 GHz

    Operating System

    Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

    Chipset

    Intel 945GMS, ICH7-M

    Display

    10"W (1024×600) LED

    VGA

    UMA

    Memory

    1GB DDR2/ 667MHz

    Hard Drive

    80G / 2.5” SATA

    Battery

    6 Cells / 5.5 hrs

    WLAN

    802.11b/g

    Bluetooth

    Yes

    Webcam

    1.3m

    Dimensions

    10.23" x 7.08" x 0.748" ~1.24"

    Weight

    2.6lbs

    Available Colors

    White, Black, and Pink

    MSRP

    $499
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  • 06-03-2008 12:16 PM In reply to

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    5.5 hours is bloody nice.  But with Asus' claims of 7 hours on their new models not yet out, I suggest all in the market for UMPC continue to stay patient and play the waiting game. 

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  • 06-03-2008 5:49 PM In reply to

    Re: MSI Launches 10" Atom-Based Wind Notebook

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    Here is a side by side visual of the Asus and Msi Wind!

     

    Current Rig Specs: Amd K7/600mhz 384mb PC133 32 mg Video Every time u see my specs you,ll love yours more!! Working on a New Rig!

     

     

     

     

     
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