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The MSI Wind is an ultraportable laptop that weighs only 2.3 pounds. It has a 1.6GHz Intel Atom CPU, a 10" wide LCD screen with LED backlight technology and a keyboard that is only 20% smaller than a standard full-size keyboard. It is available with either the Windows XP operating system or Linux (although the Windows version will cost $100 more). The Wind Notebook has all the necessary features for easy WiFi, including a built-in ethernet port and built-in wireless 802.11 b/g support. One of the Wind's most defining features that will make it stand out from other ultraportable laptops is its 80GB SATA harddrive and ability to support up to 2GB of RAM.

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Pros & Cons

Pros:
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Almost full sized keyboard
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Long battery life
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Nice outer casing that doesn't smudge
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Light weight
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Choice of colors
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Clear and vibrant screen
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Cons:
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Only 1 mouse button
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Somewhat poor wireless coverage
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Difficult to upgrade RAM
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Specifications

  • CPU: 1.6GHz Intel Atom
  • 512MB of DDR2 RAM (supports up to 2GB)
  • 80GB 2.5" SATA harddrive
  • 10" LCD with LED backlight (1024x600 resolution)
  • Dimensions: 10.23" x 7.08" x 0.74" (up to 1.24")
  • Weight: 2.3 lbs.

Features

  • Ability to magnify different portions of the screen
  • Outer case protection to maintain luster
  • 2.5 hours of battery life for linux, 2.5 or 5.5 hours of battery life for Windows version
  • Built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam
  • Built-in mic
  • 4-in-1 memory card reader
  • VGA port
  • 3 USB ports

Configurations

  • Wind U100-Windows - Windows XP ($499 6-cell battery, $479 for 3-cell battery)
  • Wind U100-Linux - Linux ($399)

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Key Features:

CPU Speed 1.6 GHz
CPU Type Intel Atom
Laptop Use Portable
Manufacturer MSI
MSRP $499.00
Release Date Jun. 16, 2008
Screen Size 10 "
Weight 2.3 lb

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Created: 06/03/2008 - 10:00
Modified: 09/24/2008 - 2:15