ASUS Product Catalog #15 by ASUS Computer International

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PRODUCT CATALOG Issue No. 15

About ASUS ASUS (pronounced Ah-Seuss) comes from the last four letters of Pegasus, the winged horse in Greek mythology that represents the inspiration of art and learning. The undisputed leader in PC components, ASUS powered 1 in 3 of the world’s PCs sold in 2008. ASUS has been rated #1 in consumer reliability for Windowsbased PCs by SquareTrade and PCMag.com1, and is the fastest-growing of the top ten notebook brands. And for good reason, we tirelessly strive to go beyond the conventional and push the boundaries of PC style and innovation.

Table of Contents Thin and Light The thinnest, lightest ASUS notebooks with allday battery life and multitasking performance.

Multimedia Immerse your senses with thrilling audio and cinematic visuals on the go.

Republic of Gamers The finest ASUS notebooks dedicated to gamers around the world.

Products for Life Monitors, videophones, and many more products geared for your everyday world.

1. Rated number 1 Windows-based PC maker in PCMag.com’s Service & Reliability Report 2009. Rate number 1 PC brand according to SquareTrade, the leading direct-to-consumer warranty company (for more information visit http://www.squaretrade.com/pages/laptop-reliability-1109/ ). ASUS Computer International. 800 Corporate Way Fremont, CA 94539 © 2010 ASUS Computer International. All Rights Reserved. ASUS is a registered trademark of ASUSTeK Computer. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be available in all markets. Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies. P/N: CON-ASP15-032210

Exclusive ASUS Notebook Features The First with Tomorrow’s Technologies ASUS notebooks don’t just raise the bar for build quality and style. They also lead in delivering a host of tomorrow’s indispensable notebook innovations to our customers before the mass market has them.

ASUS Makes Your Windows® 7 Experience Better ASUS worked extensively with Microsoft while developing Windows® 7 to save you time with FastBoot Technology. With Windows 7 ASUS notebooks enjoy 15% faster boot time to get you up and running quicker than ever before. Plus, we ensure that you get the most out of your notebook by using the powerful 64-bit version.

ASUS Power4Gear ASUS Power4Gear power management extends battery life by up to 25% and boosts performance, providing reliable and continuous unplugged operation. Four power usage modes (high performance, entertainment, quiet office, and battery saving) conserve battery life while delivering all the power you need for the task at hand.

ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) The ASUS SHE is a hallmark of PC innovation that only ASUS can offer. In a simple keyboard shortcut or instant key, you can quickly set your power preference to promote energy efficiency.

Warranty - The Industry’s Most Complete Notebook Care Package ASUS is committed to the highest level of product quality and service. That’s why we offer a complete 2 year global year warranty on our notebook. We know how you value your time and your personal data, and we want to ensure you peace of mind. • • • •

2 year global warranty 30 day Flawless Display Guarantee: If you discover one defective bright dot within 30 days of purchase, ASUS will replace the panel at no cost. 2 way free standard shipping 24/7 tech support

- ASUS Accidental Damage Protection (ADW) Accidents happen. But when they happen to your ASUS notebook, purchased in the US or Canada, you have extra protection. Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you at no extra cost. • • • •

1 year warranty covering accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage 24/7 toll-free phone support Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time Free one-way shipping of your repaired notebook

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* One incident covered per notebook. Battery, AC adapter, and other accessories come with a 1 year warranty. ASUS reserves the right to exclude certain SKUs; check with your retailer to confirm coverage of specific models. Valid for notebooks purchased in the US and Canada only. Certain retailers do not participate in ADW coverage. Coverage does not extend to “Built on ASUS,” “ASMobile,” “Powered by ASUS” or some other models. For complete details, please visit: usa.asus.com/event/ASUS360 and adw.asus.com/

Thin and Light UL Series Notebooks Style and Performance in Perfect Harmony Powered by an ultra-low voltage Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor, the award-winning UL series has excellent multitasking power and gets up to 12 hours of battery between charges1. It comes in 12.1, 13.3, 14, and 15.6-inch models with a host of cutting-edge innovations to boost your system performance and enhance your on-the-go mobility.

Recipient of several Editor’s Choice awards from reputable sites like LaptopMag.com and ComputerShopper.com, this high-achieving series has proved to be one of the most coveted notebook series out today. No matter what your needs are, there’s a UL that fits you.

O ffi ce C o mp ut in g ASUS notebooks are also available for business with enhanced security features and Genuine Windows®7 Professional. Learn more at: http://commercial.asus.com

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Estimated maximum battery life test was done in ASUS Power4Gear battery saving mode with MobileMark® 2007. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.

Turbo33 technology and GraphiX Boost available in select models only. With same CPU SU7300, the notebook with Turbo33 technology showed 23% better system performance and 35% better CPU performance.

Turbo33 Technology Enhances your system performance by up to 33% for process-intensive applications. 2

GraphiX Boost Switches between the discrete GPU for power or onboard graphics for efficiency at a push of button.

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N61 Series Notebooks Expect an Encore The N61 notebook series is masterfully crafted to deliver premium entertainment with innovation to match. Built with the latest Intel® Core™ processors and robust ATI® Mobility Radeon™ HD graphics, redefine mobile prowess with the power of an entire desktop styled inside a sleek and elegant portable design. The first USB 3.0-enabled notebooks experience up to 10 times faster data transfers for quicker downloading, backups, and media sharing to synced peripherals.

ASUS Sonic Master design For more detailed and balanced sound quality

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Introducing the all new 2010 Intel® Core™ processor family: Smarter processors that automatically deliver extra performance whenever you need it.

Smarter.

Not just faster.

K Series Notebooks The New Jack-of-all-trades The versatile, stylish, and durable K series delivers true multitasking performance at an unbelievable value. Rediscover high definition on a brilliant HD widescreen with the power of the all-new Intel® Core™ processors. Its trendy, scratchresistant Infusion design ensures peace of mind few can match, and its sophisticated style truly sets it apart from the myriad of conventional, run-of-the-mill notebooks on the market today.

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Premium sound with Altec Lansing® speakers

Spacious palm rest with i ASUS Palm-proof Technology The trackpad intelligently distinguishes between your palm and fingers to improve accuracy for a worry-free typing experience.

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Republic of Gamers ROG G51Jx Notebook Gain the Unfair Advantage Now is the time to pulverize your competition. The ROG G51Jx-A1 notebook offers stutter-free visuals and sizzling performance that takes gaming to the next level of realism. Featuring an Intel® Core™ i7 processor, NVIDIA® GeForce® GTS 360M graphics card, 6GB of DDR3 system memory, and illuminated gaming keyboard, the G51Jx unleashes an array of features to tackle today’s most demanding games.

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ROG G73Jh Notebook They’ll Never Know What Hit’em Featuring an Intel® Core™ i7 processor, ATI® Mobility Radeon HD 5870 graphics with 1GB DDR5 VRAM, 8GB DDR3 system memory, and illuminated gaming keyboard, the G73Jh unleashes an array of features to tackle today’s most demanding games with ease. This supreme gaming machine showcases a Stealth Fighterinspired design with a smart ventilation system to keep you running cool under the most intense battles.

Ergonomically Enhanced Keyboard Keeps you more comfortable during the longest gaming sessions.

Unique Thermal Design Promotes airflow and keeps heat away from you.

ROG in Action ASUS was the official hardware sponsor of BlizzCon® 2009. With three demo arenas powered by ASUS motherboards, excited BlizzCon attendees clawed at the chance to exclusively demo the new World of Warcraft expansion, Starcraft II, and Diablo III games. During the 2-day event, we held our own booth featuring new ROG products with hundreds of tournaments and tons of prize giveaways. Join ASUS at a LAN event near you and look for upcoming bundles with Blizzard at www.asusrog.com.

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Products For Life

Monitors Whether you want an energy efficient display or a highperformance gaming widescreen, ASUS has the perfect monitor for you. With ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, you get exclusive innovation that can brighten backgrounds, strengthen colors, enhance contrast, and more. ASUS monitors boast features including HDMI connectivity, quick response times. The thinnest modern designs–ideal for your multimedia life.

MS Series Love at First Sight The future of monitor design has arrived. The alluring MS series is an ultra-slim work of art that delivers amazing 1080p high definition clarity. Aside from its stunning design, this gem of ASUS innovation and style offers captivating visuals with ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio Technology and smooth response times to eliminate ghosting and blurred action scenes. The MS series’ unique support easily adjusts viewing angles to your personal preference.

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s ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio Technology Intuitively amplifies the display’s contrast ratio for more vivid playback in movies and games.

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ASUS Skype Videophone Touch SV1T Connect Face-to-Face with Anyone, Anywhere Make free video and voice calls to friends and family around the world with the ASUS Skype Videophone Touch SV1T. It’s the world’s first and only PC-free, touch videophone created especially for Skype® – the fastest growing internet-based calling service.

My Cinema – U3100Mini USB TV Tuner Just plug the My Cinema-U3100Mini into your computer’s USB connector, and you’re ready to watch and record high-quality DVB-T TV programs. Its compact size is small enough to fit into our pocket for a complete all-in-one multimedia entertainment on the go. My Cinema also has pre-installed ASUS Pop-Up TV Technology that makes it quick and easy to start instantly watching and recording digital TV wherever you want.

External Blu-ray Combo Slim Drive SBC-04D1S-U-3 High Definition Style Inside and Out A world’s first, the eye-catching ASUS external Blu-ray Combo slim drive is powered by the USB ports on your computer Plus, its lightweight and ultra-slim design lets you enjoy high definition videos anytime, anywhere. It is capable of reading 4.8X BD-ROM/R/RE and writing 8X DVD+R/24X CD-R formats.

O!Play HD Media Player The Easiest Way to Enjoy HD Entertainment The O!Play digital media player is the best way to bring HD content to your TV. With HDMI connectivity and built-in LAN, the O!Play has full format support to play your video and music worry-free.

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CES 2010 ASUS Brings Innovation to Life Following its resounding success at CES 2009, ASUS ushered in a slew of new buzz worthy products to an even greater number of visitors at this years show and continued to challenge conventional technology with outsidethe-box ideas and innovations. This year, our CES experience began early with an invigorating keynote speech from ASUS chairman Johnny Shih. In front of a packed audience filled with top media reviewers and news analysts, he reflected on the great strides ASUS has made in the face of troubling economic times, and unveiled a number of ASUSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; latest products that captured the attention of everyone in the room. Known for his unique outlook on technology, Johnny introduced products that not only invoke the standard of ASUS quality and engineering but also go further with features that please human senses of sight, sound, and touch.

NX90 Johnny debuted the astonishing NX90 notebook made in collaboration with David Lewis and his team at Bang & Olufsen ICEPower. Inspired by the elegant design of a masterfully-crafted musical instrument, the elegant NX90 intuitively blends crisp audio and brilliant visual elements together that truly put you in the center of the action.

G73Jh The Republic of Gamers G73Jh notebook focuses on a userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sense of sight by delivering astounding visual performance from the powerful processor and graphics card on a high definition display. Evolved from the Airo concept presented at CES 2009, the G73Jh features an ergonomic keyboard that tilts at a 5 degree angle, adopts the backflow chassis design to promote air flow, and models the look of a Stealth fighter to mirror muscle and ingenuity inside and out.

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Eee PC 1008P Seashell Karim Rashid Collection Capturing both one’s sense of sight and touch, the Eee PC 1008P has a smooth, textured chassis that’s crafted straight from the technochic mind of world-renowned designer Karim Rashid. This netbook also emphasizes the concept of affordable luxury for any fashionconscious mobile user to access their online life with style – anytime, anywhere.

U53 Bamboo Forwarding a continued dedication towards a greener tomorrow, Johnny introduced a newly-crafted U53 Bamboo notebook that uses 20% less plastic than standard models with an eye-catching bamboo shell. The U53’s beauty isn’t just skin deep, it leverages the latest technology to bring efficiency and ease to the user.

At our booth, visitors got a firsthand demo of even more new and enticing notebooks, netbooks, and other innovative products. Some products included the smart Eee Media peripheral that easily connects via HDMI to compatible TVs for HD movie and video streaming. Also, the much-hyped Eee Keyboard was re-introduced with a new ultra wideband feature that wirelessly plays media through external displays. The wireless HDMI kit WiCast furthered the ASUS product portfolio by offering wireless HDMI connectivity between PCs and compatible TVs. Plus, the Eee PC Touch T101 debuted showcasing the new Intel® Atom™ processor and a fully-integrated touch panel display for an easy-to-use interface. At the end of our CES adventure, ASUS generated an avalanche of media reviews and positive news coverage. We were also honored with a total of five 2010 CES Innovations Design and Engineering Awards for the Matrix GTX285/HTDI/1GD3 graphics card, Disney Netpal™ (Eee PC™ MK90H), MS246H LCD monitor, RT-N16 router, and ASUS Videophone Touch SV1T. With so many new products and concepts shown, the future is looking brighter than ever for ASUS. Look for these and many more products that are set to bring innovation to life later this year.

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Eee Family History A Brand that Sparked a Revolution â&#x20AC;&#x201C;The First Netbook Birthed from the creativity and engineering brilliance of ASUS, the Eee PC burst into the computer market in late 2007 and soon became the must-have mobile companion across the globe. Following that year, the Eee PC brand grew into a full portfolio of highly sought-after technology that simply made peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives easier. Today, Eee products are the utmost symbol of how innovative technology can make a big difference in the lives of every person it touches.

Table of Contents Eee PC Discover the new generation of mobility

EeeTop PC All-in-one PCs for your everyday life

EeeBox PC Energy-efficient nettop PCs

Exclusive Eee Features Eee with Windows® 7 –Life Made Easier Explore the great new features of Windows® 7 with the Eee family products. Featuring optimized energysaving enhancements and fast boot-up with ASUS exclusive Fast Bootup Technology, the Windows® operating system is redesigned to give you an enhanced user experience making your everyday tasks simpler than ever before. Plus, Windows® 7 has easy network sharing that helps you instantly connect your Eee product to Wi-Fi® hotspots and networking hubs. Share more with friends and surf the Web better with Eee and Windows® 7.

Hybrid Storage Enjoy complimentary online storage with up to 500GB of ASUS WebStorage, a free and secure database to store your treasured data. Easily share and safeguard your movies, music, and files, so you can access them anywhere whenever you’re connected online.*

ASUS @Vibe Get access to thousands of apps, games, movies, and music all in an easy to use interface.

Warranty The ASUS global warranty protects your Eee PC so you can go enjoy your mobility worry free. • • •

1 year global warranty Free parts and labor service Free one way shipping of your Eee PC

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*ASUS WebStorage is a complimentary trial service for 1 year after registration. Actual storage capacity varies by model.

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Eee PC 1008P Seashell Karim Rashid Collection Simply Sophisticated Styled by the world-renowned designer Karim Rashid, the 10.1-inch Eee PC 1008P with Windows® 7 shines as a techno-chic marvel for the fashion-savvy traveler looking for outstanding wireless connectivity and smart performance. Thanks to the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, you can take this mobile phenom wherever you choose and enjoy all day battery life.

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Influential industrial designer Karim Rashid’s touch is evident in this innovative take on the Eee PC™ Seashell. Available in a glossy Hot Pink or matte Coffee Brown finish, the Karim Rashid Collection marks ASUS’ foray onto the catwalk and is an example of ASUS’ uncanny ability to meld form, function, and fashion in an elegant, yet understated package.

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The first netbook to go multi-touch, the Eee PC T91MT folds into a tablet to easily surf the web or jot down quick notes while on the go. Plus with an energy-efficient Intel® Atom™ processor and the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, you’re assured long-lasting mobility to finish your work and stay online in more places.

Shock-proof SSD

TouchSuite Software

Fast and reliable data access

Simplified touchoptimized applications

Eee PC 1201N Go Beyond the Ordinary The Eee PC 1201N offers HD quality in a size you can appreciate. Featuring powerful NVIDIA® ION™ graphics and a dual-core Intel® Atom™ processor, this multimedia netbook has a brilliant 12.1-inch HD widescreen to bring your multimedia to life on the fly.

12.1” HD Widescreen Delivers crisp visuals

Intel® Atom™ Processor

NVIDIA® ION™ Graphics

Faster processing and enhanced efficiency

Transforms multimedia to HD quality

Eee PC 1001P & 1005PE Seashell Natural Beauty – Mobility has Evolved The stylish Eee PC 1001P and 1005PE Seashell take you further with amazing all-day battery life. Encased in a scratchresistant chassis, these Eee PCs feature the new Intel® Atom™ N450 processor and higher-capacity hard drives with Windows® 7 to make your life easier.

All-day Computing Go further with unplugged mobile freedom

ASUS Super Hybrid Engine Enhance system performance and battery efficiency

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EeeTop PC EeeTop ET2010AGT Slim. Smart. Simple. The 20-inch EeeTop ET2010AGT is the complete all-inone PC that lets you cruise through your daily routine like never before. With Multi-touch Optical Touch Technology, seamlessly navigate through webpages, documents, photos, and anything else you want to do using your fingers. Plus, its sleek mountable design complements any room with a sense of style and sophistication. Featuring a dual-core AMD Athlon™ II processor, ATI® Radeon™ graphics, and 3D surround sound, this all-in-one PC delivers a premium multimedia experience without compromise.

20” HD+ optical multi-touch widescreen with 16:9 golden ratio

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ASUS WebStorage makes it easy for users to backup data, store extra media, and share files with friends via a simple drag-and-drop interface.

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ArcSoft TotalMedia Center to enjoy all your media in one place

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21-inch 16:9 HD+ widescreen (1600 x 900) with Multi-touch Optical Touch Technology AMD Athlon™ II X2 250u dual-core processor (1.6GHz) ATI® Radeon™ HD 5470 graphics 2GB DDR3 memory 500GB 7200RPM hard drive Super multi DVD player HDMI input High-speed wireless N USB wired keyboard and mouse Windows® 7 Home Premium

EeeBox PC

EeeBox PC EB1501

Full HD Entertainment Center in a Box Right out of the box, the Eee Box PC EB1501 delivers big entertainment in a space-saving size. Thanks to energy efficient dual-core Intel® Atom™ processor with ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, the EB1501 gives you up to 70% in energy savings when compared to traditional desktops. With HDMI-output, a slot-load optical disc drive (ODD), and the NVIDIA® ION™ GPU, the EeeBox EB1501 is set to give your current home entertainment system a run for its money.

Intel® Atom™ Processor For more processing power and energy efficiency

NVIDIA® ION™ Graphics Enhances your multimedia performance

Tilt-up, elegant style and space-saving design

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Intel® Atom™ N330 dual-core processor NVIDIA® ION™ graphics 2GB system memory 250GB hard drive Slim slot-in super multi DVD-RW drive 5-in-1 card reader High-speed wireless N HDMI input Windows® 7 Home Premium

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