ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1201N 12.1-Inch Netbook

Faster than Ever Before – Dual Core Processor × Two-DIMM

The Eee PC™ 1201N marks a radical departure from other netbooks that usually feature single core Atom™ processors. With its Intel® Atom™ 330 dual core processor, NVIDIA ION graphics, and two-DIMM, dual-channel DDR memory architecture, the Eee PC™ 1201N will set new netbook performance benchmarks. More importantly, this combination shatters today’s netbook conventions by delivering a rich multimedia experience.

A New World of Multimedia Possibilities

The Eee PC™ 1201N features the award-winning NVIDIA® ION™ graphics processor which provides a superior multimedia experience including support for HD video and PC games. NVIDIA® CUDA™ technology further boosts the Eee PC™ 1201N’s ability to work with visual content, accelerating processor-intensive tasks such as video editing and conversion

The Eee PC™ 1201N also comes preinstalled with ArcSoft SimHD, which upscales standard definition video content to high definition. SimHD, a plug-in for ArcSoft TotalMedia Theater, dramatically enhances the quality of images and supports a wide range of file formats. Users can enjoy a smooth HD video experience on the unit’s 12.1″ high definition screen, or have the option of enjoying full 1080p HD video with true-fidelity 7.1 audio on HDTVs via the built-in HDMI port.

Massive Storage for Massive Multimedia Collections

The Eee PC™ 1201N is fully equipped to handle the large amounts of memory that digital media consumes. Boasting a 250GB HDD and 500GB*** of online ASUS WebStorage—a total of 750GB—the Eee PC™ 1201N provides ample storage for users’ movies, music and photos. ASUS WebStorage not only makes it easy for users to share their media with friends and family, it grants them access to free games, desktop wallpapers, and software via a simple drag and drop interface.

Ergonomic Chiclet Keyboard for Unsurpassed Comfort

The Eee PC™ Seashell’s chiclet keyboard is more comfortable and less fatiguing to type on for prolonged

* Operation lifetime subject to product model, normal usage conditions and configurations. For more information, please visit here. The estimated maximum battery life in Windows® 7 is measured with MobileMark® 2.
** Availability is dependent on selected model, country or operator support. Check with your local ASUS website for more details.
*** Complimentary one-year 500GB ASUS WebStorage trial. Please visit www.asuswebstorage.com for more details. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit www.asus.com for more information.

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ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1201N Specifications

Operating System	Windows 7 Home Premium (32 Bit)
Processor	Intel Atom 330 Dual-Core (1.60GHz)
Chipset	NVIDIA ION (discrete graphics)
Memory	2GB DDR2 RAM (2 slots, SODIMM, Max 4GB)
Storage	250GB HDD (5400 rpm) + 500GB Free Web Storage
Display	12.1 inch WXGA LED-backlit HD widescreen (glossy screen)
Display Resolution	1366 x 768 (16:9 HD Resolution)
Graphics	NVIDIA ION
Audio	High Definition Audio CODEC Stereo Speakers High Quality Mic
Webcam	0.3 megapixel
Ethernet LAN	10/100 Fast Ethernet
Wireless LAN	Wireless-N (802.11b/g/n)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Memory Card Reader	MultiMedia Card (MMC) Secure Digital (SD) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
Ports	HDMI video output port VGA for connecting to an external monitor 3 USB 2.0 ports RJ45 LAN port Microphone input port Headphone output port
Keyboard and Touchpad	Full-size Chiclet keyboard and Multi-touch touchpad
Dimensions (W x D x H)	11.54″ x 8.11″ x 1.30″
Weight	3.22 lbs. (1.46 kg)
Power/Battery	6-cell 63Wh Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 5 hours
Warranty and Support	1-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 6-Months battery warranty 24/7 tech support
Color	Black, Silver

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ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1201N is now available on Amazon.

Date first available: December 3, 2009
Retail Price: $499.99
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