NEC computers Asia Pacific recently launched two new models of its NEC VERSA range notebooks, the S5600 for business professional and the S3500 for the mainstream consumers, both which are equipped with the latest Intel Centrino 2 processor.

The S5600 is a12.1 inch wide screen notebook that comes in Enji Designer Red while the S3500 is a 13.1 inch wide screen notebook that comes in Cool Dark Silver. The S5600 comes with NEC's intelligent instant recovery feature for critical crisis response and disaster preparedness as well as the option for Remote live presentation via any instant messaging software (ie. MSN or Skype). The S3500 on the other hand comes with embedded Quick Access short cut keys to switch on power savings settings,the web cam and also Wireless Lan / Bluetooth connectivity.

The price of both the S5600 and S3500 start from RM3,500 onwards and varies according to system specifications.

"In today's challenging work environment, notebook PC users are getting more and more dependent on technology to get their work done. The ability to multitask at the workplace or while on the move provides users with an added competitive advantage. With the new powerful NEC VERSA S5600 and S3500, users will be able to stay connected and communicate with one another remotely without disruption. This will certainly contribute to change in user workflow with better efficiency and productivity," said Mr Makoto Iwasaki, Marketing Director of NEC Computers Asia.

Both the S5600 and S3500 share similar system setups aside from their difference in screen size.

S5600 and S3500 Specifications

• Powered by Intel Core TM 2 Duo Processor P9500 (2.53GHz, 6MB,1066MHz)
• Intel GM45 Express Chipset
• Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
• High-resolution 2.0Megapixel webcam with microphone array for noise cancellation
• HDMI Video Output
• 2 slots SO-DIMM memory, Maximum 4GB
• Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive Up to 320GB
• Integrated DVD-Super Multi Optical Drive
• Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, Wireless AGN LAN and Wired Gigabit LAN
• 4-in-1 card reader
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