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ASUS M51SN-B1 Core 2 Duo T5550 3GB 250GB 15.4IN WXGA GeForce 9500M 512 Vista Premium BT Notebook
ASUS M51SN-B1 Core 2 Duo T5550 3GB 250GB 15.4IN WXGA GeForce 9500M 512 Vista Premium BT Notebook

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   Shipping Weight:   12 lbs
   Part #: 90NFEA2432C8ECQL950Y

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 Features - By David_W @May 27, 2008

Choice of Advanced Technology
The M51 series with new design of fusion surface is further complemented with state-of-the-art computing technologies, including the latest Intel® Centrino® Processor Technology and Genuine Windows Vista® operating system. In addition, with a built-in swivel webcam, video communication now goes live without wires!

Unparalleled 3D Graphic performance
To power the most demanding 3D intense games, the M51Sn is equipped with abundant graphics power with top of the line specifications, including the latest Intel® Core™2 Duo processors, expansion up to 4GB of DDR2 memory, DirectX 10 support and a choice of the most powerful graphics the NVIDIA GeForce 9500M GS with utilize 512MB VRAM memory management technology which dynamically allocates TurboCache: 768M with 1G system memory, 1280M with 2G system memory for maximum system performance.

First 15.4" W Notebook with Numeric Keyboard
To provide users more convenience experience, M51 series is the First 15.4”W model to adopt numeric keyboard. With the help of numeric keyboards, users can instinctively enter numbers without any hesitate.

Extensive Connectivity
The built-in WLAN 802.11 a/b/g ensures wireless Internet access whenever reception is available. The M51 series also provides Bluetooth 2.0 EDR – an enhanced data rate that transmits three times faster than the standard Bluetooth, for increased connectivity and synchronization between digital devices. In addition, a complete range of input / output ports that includes 4 USB ports, a S-video TV-out port and express card slots will provide you with dynamic data transfer and storage options.

Portable Audio/Video Communication
Built-in accessories like the microphone and the 1.3M high-resolution Swivel webcam will make video conferencing hassle-free. Strategically placed speakers at the front end of the notebook will enhance face-to-face communications by focusing on spoken words and limiting distracting sounds.

Built-in high resolution webcam for wire-free video communication
With the built-in webcam supporting high resolution right out of the box, the M51 series enables portable video conferencing without the hassle of bringing a bulky camera and tangling cables. Combined with ASUS LifeFrame3, an exclusive software program for convenient image recording, you can take group photos, film parties, see your pal´s face when chatting online and host a video conference.

Solid Privacy Protection
The M51 series offers a smart balance of mobility and performance with comprehensive security feature that protects the notebook and its stored information. Data security is uncompromised with a built-in AuthenTec fingerprint scanner with TruePrint® technology that reads from the live layer of skin, preventing common skin surface conditions from impairing scanner accuracy. Embedded TPM is a hardware solution that helps to avoid attacks by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data.

ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence technology
The exclusive ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence technology is especially effective for human skin tones, green stretches of grass and trees and blue sky and sea. It takes PC graphics capability to the next level by enhancing depth and color intensity in real time. It further improves contrast, brightness, skin tone and color saturation for vivid image display. Incorporated with the exclusive ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Engine (activation hot key: Fn+C), the LCD presents clear and sharp images in their true vibrant colors.

Intel,the Intel logo,the Centrino logo, and Centrino, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries



 Specifications - by David_W @May 27, 2008
Operating System
Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium,
 
Processor & Cache Memory
Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T5550 : 1.83 GHz 2MB On-Die L2 Cache, FSB 667 MHz

 
Chipset
Mobile Intel® PM965 Express Chipset +ICH8M
 
Main Memory
3G
Display
15.4" WXGA
Resolution 1280x800, Color-Shine (Glare-type),Asus Splendid Video Intelligent Technology
Video Graphics & Memory
NVIDIA® GeForce® 9500M GS, 512MB VRAM External 512MB VRAM , TurboCache: 768M with 1G system memory, 1280M with 2G system memory
 
Hard Drive
2.5" 9.5mm SATA
250GB,
 
Optical Drive
5.25" , 12.7mm
Combo:
DVD Super Multi

 
Card Reader
8 in 1 card reader: SD,MMC,MS,MS-Pro,mini SD w/ adapter,MS-Duo,MS-Pro Duo via adapter
Video Camera
1.3 Mega Pixel swivel web camera
 
Fax/Modem/LAN/WLAN
Integrated Intel® High Definition Audio chip ( Azalia) compliant MDC fax/modem and 10/100/1000 Base T
Integrated 802.11 a/b/g
Built-in Bluetooth™ V2.0+EDR(optional feature)
Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
 
LED Status Indicator
Power-on/Suspend
Battery Charging/full/low
Storage device access
Capital / Scroll / Number Lock
Wireless/Bluetooth on status indicator (optional)
Bluetooth on status (optional feature)
 
Interface
1 x Express card
1 x Microphone-in jack
1 x Headphone-out jack (S/PDIF)
1 x VGA port/Mini D-sub 15-pin for external monitor
1 x TV Out (S-Video composite)
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x IEEE 1394 port
1 x RJ11 Modem jack for phone line
1 x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert
1 x DVI-D port 

 
Hot Keys
Instant launch Keys,5 buttons:
Touchpad Lock,Internet access,Splendid,Instant Fun, Power4Gear eXtreme

Function Keys:
Fn+F1 Suspend switch
Fn+F2 WLAN/Bluetooth switch
Fn+F3 Access to the E-mail
Fn+F4 Access to the Internet
Fn+F5 Brightness down
Fn+F6 Brightness up
Fn+F7 LCD on/off
Fn+F8 LCD/CRT switch display
Fn+F9 TouchPad Lock
Fn+F10 Volume on/mute
Fn+F11 Volume down
Fn+F12 Volume up
Fn+Ins Numeric Key Pad on/off
Fn+Del Scroll Lock on/off
Fn+Space Power 4Gear eXtreme
Fn+C Splendid
Fn+T Power4Phone
Fn+V: Life Frame
Fn+?: Stop
Fn+?: Play/Pause
Fn+ ?:Skip to Previous Track
Fn+ ?:Skip to Next Track
 
Audio
Built-in speaker and microphone
 
KeyBoard
19mm full size 88 Key with MS Windows function keys
 
Battery Pack & Life
6 cells: 4800 mAh, 2. Whrs
9 cells: 7200 mAh, 80 Whrs
 
AC Adapter
Output: 19 V DC, 4.7 A, 90W
 
Dimension & Weight
36.5 x 26.9 x 2.8 - 4 cm (W x D x H)
2.95 kg, (6 cell battery pack)
 
Security
BIOS Booting / HDD User Password Protection and security lock
Kensington lock hole
 
Supplied Accessories
Optical Mouse
Carrying bag
TV remote controller, receiver, and antenna(Optional)
 
Multimedia Software
ASUSDVD V7.0 ( *For Basic & Business only)
Power Director V5.0 (*For Basic & Business only)
Medi@Show V3.0 (*For Basic & Business only)
* Premium & Ultimate are with MCE support from Windows Vista
 
Virus & Tool Software
Norton™ Internet Security 2007
Adobe Acrobat Reader 8.0
NERO 7 Essentials
 
ASUS Utility
Asus Win flash for BIOS and Driver live Update
ASUS CopyProtect
ASUS SmartLogon
Asus Live Update
Asus Multi-Frame
Power 4 Phone
Asus NB Probe +
ASUS Life Frame 3
ASUS Wireless Console
ASUS Security Protect Manager(ASPM)
Asus Data Security Management(ADSM)
 
Warranty & e-support
2-year limited global hardware warranty
1-year battery pack warranty
30days Zero Bright Dot LCD
On-line problem resolution through web interface (BIOS, Driver update)
OS (Microsoft Windows Vista) install/uninstall consultation
Bundled software install/uninstall consultation
ASUS software supporting
 

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Messages about ASUS M51SN-B1 Core 2 Duo T5550 3GB 250GB 15.4IN WXGA GeForce 9500M 512 Vista Premium BT Notebook

Personal reviews/anyone recommend this notebook? (wedge_of_cheese- Jul 02, 08, 2 Replies) Read this message
Bluetooth (Olivier_T- Jul 02, 08, 4 Replies) Read this message
9 cell or 6 cell (Keyhunt- May 31, 08, 1 Replies) Read this message
9500M on C&C3, UT3, Maya3D?? (wedge_of_cheese- May 31, 08, 5 Replies) Read this message
How does this compare with the M50? (MikeyMike- May 16, 08, 1 Replies) Read this message
9500m vs 8600GT (Sujay_007- Apr 18, 08, 1 Replies) Read this message

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URL: http://techgage.com/article/asus_m51s_154_notebook/
Comment: "ASUS did a masterful job with the M51S and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a multi-media notebook within this price-range."
Posted by: Robert_W @04/28/08
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 Rated by Digital Oxide, May 14, 2008

Overall I thought this was a very good buy. Great price-point for what it is, a sub-gaming notebook.       » READ MORE

 Rated by Chadi_B, May 10, 2008

I am very impressed with this laptop, for the price I paid, I got a beast. It performs very well with games, but its downfall is its weak processor and heat generation.       » READ MORE

 Rated by romeoz, May 1, 2008

bought this for a friend for work related and minor gaming. Laptop works great, fast and runs smooth. Can play recent games fine. Unfortunately the screen is really low quality plus no blue ray      » READ MORE


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