Asus V2 Laptop with HSDPA

Asus shows us it V2 Laptop line up, offering 3.5G HSDPA which can have maximum speed Up to 3.6Mbps. The V2 features Core 2 Duo processor, 80 to 160 GB of Hard Drive, ATI Mobility Radeon X1450 graphics with 256 or 512MB of memory, 802.11a/b/g WiFi and Bluetooth. It has also 4-inch WXGA+ LCD, DVI output, and a fingerprint reader.

Asus also ass the  “Instant Fun PLUS” feature to V2. The  “Instant Fun PLUS” allows you to enjoy your media, such as video, music, instantly with booting the computer.

Press Release

ASUS V2 Notebook Series Offers 3.5G HSDPA Support with Maximum Speed Up to 3.6Mbps

Secured mobile computing with high speed Internet access anywhere

Taipei, Taiwan, December 8, 2006 – ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS), a leading provider of high-performance notebook computers, today announced the V2 notebook series that answers the need for a true mobile wireless solution anywhere. The notebook is ideal for business travelers on the go without adding extra pounds while keeping the sleek professional outlook. With personalized security feature, docking station connectivity as well as the latest 3G module, users can enjoy a dynamic high-speed computing experience in style.

3.5G High-speed Internet Access with Extensive Coverage
Incorporated with High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) wireless broadband capability, users will enjoy a boost for download speeds by approximately 10 times faster via WCDMA networks without the need to connect the computer to a mobile phone. Access emails, surf the internet, download attachments and access corporate networks through the convinence of a virtual private network.

Complementing its 3.5G capability, the V2 also features a full suite of wireless connectivity via Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g) and Bluetooth 2.0 with enhanced data rate that provides three times faster data transfers with digital devices compared to standard Bluetooth.

Solid Security Management for Protected Computing
To give business travelers peace of mind, the V2 features safeguards that combine high-level security with ease of use. The fingerprint authentication grants strict access only to the designated owner. For the most accurate reading, the electronic imaging mechanism scans fingerprint pattern from the live layer of the skin, bypassing any common skin surface conditions.

The exclusive ASUS Security Protect Management (ASPM) guards access to the device and network. Users can choose to setup multi-factor authentication requirements for different security levels while enjoying the Single Sign On (SSO) one-time login convenience without compromising security integrity.

Docking Station for Efficient Connectivity
The detachable docking station is an ideal solution for quick connection of peripherals, power and communication devices. Whether at home or in the office, it offers advanced practicality and time saved when leaving and returning to the desk.

Wireless Video Communication
To accommodate modern metropolitans’ busy lives, the V2 offers built-in microphone and high-resolution 240∘swivel webcam for easy video conferencing without the hassle of external connections.

V2 Specification

* Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology
- Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T5500/T5600/T7200/T7400/T7600
- Mobile Intel® 945PM Express Chipset
- Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection

* Genuine Windows® XP
- Genuine Home
- Genuine Professional

* 900/1800/1900MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE
* 2100MHz WCDMA/HSDPA
* DDR2 533/667MHz, up to 2G
* 14″ WXGA ColorShine/WXGA+ /WXGA+ ColorShine, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology
* ATI Mobilityâ„¢ Radeonâ„¢ X1450 DDR2 256MB, 512MB HyperMemoryâ„¢
* SATA 80/100/120/160 GB
* 3M Pixel web-cam
* 10/100/1000 Ethernet, 802.11a/b/g, Bluetoothâ„¢ V2.0+EDR
* 3x USB 2.0, 1x port for Docking Station, 1x u-DVI, 1x TPM, 1x Fingerprint Reader, Instant Fun PLUS
* 34.1 x 24.5 x 2.9-3.6cm, 2.3kg