Sydney, Australia, November 13, 2008 \u2013 Form following function \u2013 introducing the new N Series notebooks from ASUS. Epitomising style and performance through innovative design and advanced technologies, the N Series comprises of four models that cater to a multitude of users from the hip and trendy to the smart professional, and of course the tech-savvy \u2013 N10, N20, N80 and N50.<\/p>\n
Designed for optimised mobility, the ASUS N10 is perfect for people always on the go delivering a multi-sensory experience with NVIDIA GeForce 9300M graphics card and Intel Atom processor. Equipped with contemporary technological innovation, the N10 resourcefully preserves energy utilising the highly efficient Super Hybrid Engine (SHE). The SHE consists of the Power4 Gear Hybrid application which allocates power according to users preferences and the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) which accurately detects users power requirements and makes the necessary power adjustments \u2013 preserving battery life up to 35%*.<\/p>\n
On opening, the N10 provides a vivid display with its 10.2\u201d monitor and introduces fresh facial recognition technology with SmartLogon. The N10 detects the user\u2019s face and logs on without manual key input or any other intervention. The system is designed to determine variations in the user\u2019s facial features and is capable of performing detection even in different lighting conditions. Furthermore, the N10 features the ASUS exclusive Express Gate operating system enhancing efficiency by granting users instant online access to commonly used applications to surf, chat and play at the touch of a button.<\/p>\n
On the outside, the N10 is clad in industrial luster with a sexy silver, brushed metallic look . The exterior encompasses In-Mold Roller technology which creates a scratch-resistant panel that retains its sheen even after prolonged use.<\/p>\n
In addition to the N10, the N Series boasts a string of models including the N20, N80 and N50 which also incorporate In-Mold Roller technology and come complete in a dark, sleek industrial package.<\/p>\n
N20: Built for heavy usage, the ASUS N20 features a 12.1\u201d monitor and up to 12 hours* of battery life. Equipped with an Altec Lansing sound system, the N20 provides excellent sound clarity, as well as a highly efficient eSATA hard disk drive housed in a dust and moisture-resistant enclosure. The N20 is a versatile road performer for business and personal entertainment.<\/p>\n
N80: Designed specifically for business executives and professionals, the ASUS N80 features a 14.1\u201d display powered by a standalone NVIDIA GeForce 9 Series graphics card with up to 1 GB of VRAM. Complemented by Dolby Surround decoding, the N50 delivers impressive sound quality that is sure to impress in any business or personal situation.<\/p>\n
N50: The pinnacle of mobile computing, the ASUS N50 is top of the N Series range. Designed for intuitive control and user-friendliness, the N50 features a 15.4\u201d display and multimedia touchpad complete with backlit buttons for instantaneous multimedia enjoyment. And not to blow its own horn, N50 includes a built-in Air Ionizer that not only helps clean the surrounding air of allergens and germs, but also promotes refreshing air-flow and circulation.<\/p>\n
The ASUS N Series notebooks are the netbook\u2019s next of kin \u2013 positioned between the revolutionary netbook generation and the high grade, fully functional notebook. It is supremely sassy computing.<\/p>\n
The ASUS N Series notebooks will be available in Australia and New Zealand from November 2008 from selected computer resellers and retailers. Recommended retail prices (inc GST):<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 N10 from AU$999, NZ$1,199<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 N20 from AU$1,999, NZ$2,399<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 N50 from AU$2,299, NZ$2,799<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 N80 price to be confirmed<\/p>\n
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Specifications<\/p>\n
Model
\n\u00a0N10
\n\u00a0N20
\n\u00a0
\nProcessor and Cache Memory
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Intel\u00ae Atom\u00ae Processor N270<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mobile Intel\u00ae 945GSE Express Chipset
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Intel\u00ae Core\u2122 2 Duo Processor T9400\/T5850\/ P8600\/P7350<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mobile Intel\u00ae GM45 Express Chipset<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Intel\u00ae Wi-Fi Link 5100
\n\u00a0
\nOperating System
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows\u00ae XP Home<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Home Basic<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Home Premium<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Business<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Ultimate
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Home Basic<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Home Premium<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Business<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Ultimate
\n\u00a0
\nMain Memory
\n\u00a0DDR2 667 MHz up to 2,048 MB
\n\u00a0DDR2 MHz 800 up to 4,096 MB
\n\u00a0
\nDisplay
\n\u00a010.2″
\n\u00a012.1″ WXGA
\n\u00a0
\nHard Disk Drive
\n\u00a0SATA 160 GB \/ 250 GB \/ 320 GB
\n\u00a0SATA 250 GB \/ 320 GB
\n\u00a0
\nOptical Drive
\n\u00a0External Super Multi
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 DVD Super Multi<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Blu-ray DVD Combo
\n\u00a0
\nVideo Camera * (optional)
\n\u00a0Built-in 1.3 M Pixel camera
\n\u00a0Built-in 1.3 M Pixel camera
\n\u00a0
\nFax\/Modem\/LAN\/WLAN\u00a0
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Built-in Bluetooth\u2122 V2.0+EDR (optional)<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 802.11 a\/b\/g\/n<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 802.11 b\/g
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Built-in Bluetooth\u2122 V2.0+EDR (optional)<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 3G\/3.5G Antenna support (in selected territories)
\n\u00a0
\nDimensions and Weight
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 27.6 cm (W) x 19.5 cm (D) x 2.99\u20133.71 cm (H)<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 1.40 kg (with 3-cell battery)
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 30.3 cm (W) x 22.5 cm (D) x 3.10\u20133.10 cm (H)<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 1.85 kg (with 3-cell battery)
\n\u00a0
\nModel
\n\u00a0N80
\n\u00a0N50
\n\u00a0
\nProcessor and Cache Memory
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Intel\u00ae Core\u2122 2 Duo Processor T9400\/P8600\/P8400\/P7350\/T5800<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mobile Intel\u00ae PM45 Express Chipset<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Intel\u00ae Wi-Fi Link 5100
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Intel\u00ae Core\u2122 2 Duo Processor T9400\/T5850\/P8600\/P7350<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mobile Intel\u00ae PM45 Express Chipset<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Intel\u00ae Wi-Fi Link 5100\/ Intel\u00ae WiMAX\/ Wi-Fi Link 5150
\n\u00a0
\nOperating System
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Home Basic<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Home Premium<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Business<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Ultimate
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Home Basic<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Home Premium<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genuine Windows Vista\u00ae Business
\n\u00a0
\nMain Memory
\n\u00a0DDR2 800 MHz up to 4,096MB
\n\u00a0DDR2 800 MHz up to 4,096MB
\n\u00a0
\nDisplay
\n\u00a014.1″ WXGA Glare Type (LED backlit) \/ 14.1″ WXGA+ Glare Type
\n\u00a015.4″ WXGA VESA-like LED panel
\n\u00a0
\nHard Disk Drive
\n\u00a0SATA 160 GB \/ 200 GB \/ 250 GB \/ 320 GB
\n\u00a0SATA 160 GB \/ 250 GB \/ 320 GB \/ 500 GB
\n\u00a0
\nOptical Drive
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 DVD Super Multi<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Blu-ray DVD Combo
\n\u00a0DVD Super Multi<\/p>\n
Blu-ray DVD Combo
\n\u00a0
\nVideo Camera * (optional)
\n\u00a0Built-in 1.3 M Pixel camera
\n\u00a0Built-in 2.0 M Pixel camera
\n\u00a0
\nFax\/Modem\/LAN\/WLAN\u00a0
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Integrated Intel\u00ae High Definition Audio chip (Azalia)<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bluetooth\u2122 V2.1+EDR (optional)
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 10\/100\/1000 Base T<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Built-in Bluetooth\u2122 V2.1+EDR (optional)
\n\u00a0
\nDimensions and Weight
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 34.2 cm (W) x 25.68 cm (D) x 36 cm (H)<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2.69 kg (with 6-cell battery)
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 36.9 cm (W) x 27.6 cm (D) x 2.90\u20134.30 cm (H)<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2.95 kg (with 6-cell battery)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Sydney, Australia, November 13, 2008 \u2013 Form following function \u2013 introducing the new N Series notebooks from ASUS. Epitomising style and performance through innovative design and advanced technologies, the N Series comprises of four models that cater to a multitude of users from the hip and trendy to the smart professional, and of course the<\/p>\n