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    New: MSI S262, 12" notebook with Napa

    Discussion in 'MSI' started by ivar, Jan 12, 2006.

  1. ivar

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    MSI launches dual-core Napa notebook

    Micro-Star International (MSI) today launched the S262, its first notebook based on Intel’s new Centrino Duo mobile technology, featuring a carbon-fiber cover and a 12.1-inch widescreen LCD display.

    With Intel’s Napa platform, the MSI S262 supports 65nm dual-core Yonah processors, the 945GM chipset series and the Intel PRO/ Wireless 3945 a/b/g network solution. The Napa-based model also provides tri-band 802.11a/b/g wireless connectivity, enabling users to use the Internet wherever they are.

    In addition, the S262 series delivers Dolby surround sound capability and has a DVD burner, offering up to 8.5GB in storage capacity.

    MSI S262 specifications

    Platform: Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology: 65nm dual-core Yonah processor, Intel 945GM chipset, Intel PRO/ Wireless 3945 a/b/g network solution, Microsoft Windows XP Home/ Professional

    Display: interface UMA

    System memory: Two DDR2 SO-DIMM slots, 256/512/1,024 MB DDR SDRAM (up to 2GB)

    Display: 12.1-inch WXGA LCD (1280×800)

    PC card slot: PCMCIA 2.1 compliant, Type 2

    Card reader: 4-in-1 MMC/ SD/ MS/ MS Pro

    HDD: Up to 100GB

    Optical drive: Combo/ DVD dual/ DVD Dual-layer

    Network interface: Built-in 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet LAN and modem module. Built-in mini-PCI Intel 3945 a/b/g WLAN card

    Connector ports: One monitor (VGA) port (15-pin mini D-Sub), three USB 2.0 ports, one IEEE 1394 port, one microphone-in port, one headphone out, one RJ11 MODEM port, one RJ45 10/100 LAN port

    Audio AC’97 2.2, SoundBlaster compatible

    Battery 2400/4800mAh lithium 4/8 cells

    Dimension 303x225×28-30mm

    Weight 1.95kg

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    Goren Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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  4. IAN BILL

    IAN BILL Newbie

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    hi,
    just bought one of these over an ASUS W5 easily decied
    the asus notebooks is much better in looks and design but twice the price.. so if some one is looking for a very cheap notebook lightweight and below average with highspec this is the one i recommend.. good xmas present
    more information can be found at www.msinotebooks.co.uk
    and for the asus w5 series have alook at www.asusnotebooks.co.uk

    i will have some pics posted on here very soon.. waiting for xmas present digital camera ......
    :)

    also has any view on ultra portable pcs.. let me know

    IAN BILL
    BIRMINGHAM UK :-0)
     
    IAN BILL, Nov 12, 2006
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    emarchad Newbie

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    hi im looking for a pink 12" msi laptop cheaper than any other fancy ones. tnx a lot.
     
    emarchad, Nov 13, 2006
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    boon27 Notebook Evangelist

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    I read in cnet they said it weights at 4.9 lbs..but news said 1.95 kg..dunno which is right, but this is one hell heavy 12.1

    what is the built quality of the notebook other than carbon fiber on lcd lid, if anyone know?
     
    boon27, Dec 11, 2006
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