Asus announces W2V 17 inch widescreen Notebook

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Sydney, Australia, July 13 2005, ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS), a leading provider of high-performance notebook computers, today introduced the flagship W2V Notebook Series. The W2V offers the latest DVB-T (Digital Video Broadcasting-Terrestrial) digital TV feature, 17-inch Color Shine LCD widescreen, 5.1 channel audio simulation and built-in subwoofer. Combined with powerful computing capability, the ASUS W2V intelligently packs all the home theater electronic devices into one slim and light notebook, creating the ultimate mobile digital home.

Comfort Home

Being part of the e-generation, it is important to stay in sync with all the latest happenings around the world while on constant move. At work or play, at home or away, the W2V provides multimedia entertainment, offers powerful computing capabilities and broadcasts the latest news that it substitutes speakers, displaces desktop PCs and even replaces TVs. Bring the W2V and enjoy the all the digital solutions from home anytime, anywhere.

Catch TV Programs on the Notebook

ASUS has once again demonstrated its engineering strength with the W2V's built-in DVB-T feature for wireless digital TV broadcasting and recording right out of the notebook. With this revolutionary digital technology, TV programs are now watched without messy cables and even TVs!

Cinematic Multimedia Experience

Incorporated with discrete graphics for 3D video enhancement and the exclusive Color Shine glare-type LCD technologies from ASUS, the W2V's luxurious 17” widescreen presents sharp and clear images in their true vibrant colors. In addition, the W2V also offers simulated 5.1 channel stereo sound, b uilt-in subwoofer, and built-in SPDIF connection, presenting rich sound effects ideal for multimedia applications. Perfect Visual Enjoyment

ASUS' unyielding commitment to quality has driven the promise of ZBD (zero bright dot) Policy in the W2V Notebook Series that offers free panel exchange even if only one bright dot is found. This not only guarantees bright dot free LCD panels, it also demonstrates ASUS' confidence in product quality management as well as its determination to become the best provider of the high-quality 3C solutions. With this reassurance, users can now shop for ASUS notebooks with complete confidence for total satisfaction. For more information, please visit the company website: www.asus.com.au

Powerful Mobile Computing

The W2V notebook leveraged the latest Intel 915PM chipset, which incorporated the advanced 90nm technology for mobile processing to support DDR II dual-channel memory and PCI Express interconnect for desktop-level performance and exceptional 3D video. Together with b uilt-in Bluetooth ™ the W2V enables cable-free connection and data transfer between other digital devices for great mobility.

Specification

•Display: 17” WXGA and WSXGA (Colour Shine glare-type) LCD
•OS: Microsoft® Windows® XP Home/Professional
•CPU: Intel® Pentium® M 730-770
•HDD: 60/80/100
•Chipset: Mobile Intel 915PM Express chipset
•Graphics: ATI Mobility™ Radeon™ X700 with 128M VRAM
•Memory: DDRII 533MHz, up to 2G
•Network: 802.11b/g, a/b/g, Bluetooth™ (Europe), 10/100/1000 Ethernet connection
•TV: DVB-T and analog TV standards, supporting ： NTSC 、 PAL 、 SECAM
•Interface: 4 X USB, 1x TV-Out, 1 x Card Reader, 1x SPDIF
•Software: MCE2005 (availability may vary in each territory) or ASUS Mobile Theater
•Dimension and Weight: 36.4.0 x 26.4x 3.2 cm, 3.3-3.4kg

About ASUS

ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (TSE:2357) is a leading provider of 3C total solutions. Its product portfolio includes notebooks, motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives, information appliances, desktop PCs, servers, wireless solutions, mobile phones and networking devices. With world-class engineering and offices and subsidiaries located in all corners of the world, ASUSTeK provides innovative solutions to consumers, businesses and OEM/ODM customers. The company is the perennial leader of the motherboard and graphics card industries and a top 10 player globally for notebooks, optical drives, broadband modems and a wide range of other products.