Wed, 02 Nov 2011

MSI All-in-One Press Release<br>An All-in-One PC designed to meet the needs of business users that i

ned specifically for business users: the Wind Top AP2011. The industry-leading adoption of LED panel, integration of the display into the main body of the PC, and brand-new industrial design make for a neat, uncluttered desktop. The Wind Top AP2011 also features unique energy-saving technology, providing power consumption that is approximately 30% lower than conventional CCFL panel. Combined with MSI's other energy-saving technologies, this can help business enterprises to make substantial savings on their electricity bill, making this a truly "green" PC. As far as performance is concerned, the Wind Top AP2011 uses the second-generation Intel® CoreTM processor, whose revolutionary computing capabilities permit more efficient multi-tasking. Besides its energy-saving characteristics and enhanced support for multi-tasking, MSI has also given the Wind Top AP2011 a range of additional features specially designed to meet the needs of business users, including the provision of multiple COM ports, the ability to link the AP2011 up to a barcode reader, credit card reader or credit card terminal. With its energy-saving design and its unique combination of advanced technology and efficient functionality, the Wind Top AP2011 is ideal for both individual users and business enterprises. The revolutionary Intel Core™ processor The new MSI Wind Top AP features the 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ Processor, the first processor of its kind to have the graphics processing unit (GPU) and CPU integrated onto the same chip, while also building a set of visual functions into the chip that ensure higher image quality when viewing video content or photos. The Sand Bridge equipped MSI Wind Top All-in-One PCs for business users provide oustanding performance while maintaining efficient power usage. The GPU built into the processor can be uses to share a wide range of resources; processor core resources and GPU resources can be automatically transferred and reallocated to meet the current needs of the individual user, making for improved processing speed and enhanced working efficiency. The inclusion of a comprehensive range of input/output interfaces provides a major step forward in working efficiency The MSI Wind Top AP2011 all-in-one PCs for business users are equipped with a comprehensive range of input/out interfaces, to meet the needs of users in different industries and business areas. The Wind Top AP2011 has two COM ports to support use in office environments with POS systems, such as hotel registration desks, 24-hour convenience stores, filling stations, luxury boutiques, etc. These COM ports make it possible to link the PC up directly to a barcode reader, credit card reader or credit card terminal. This feature makes the Wind Top AP2011 the ideal tool for a wide range of business environments, with the potential to replace existing POS systems. The comprehensive range of input/output interfaces is combined with MSI Super Charger technology, which allows charging from a USB port even when the PC is switched off, and with USB 3.0 transmission interface, giving a ten-fold improvement in data transmission speed. These capabilities can meet a wide range of business needs; whether you need to give a presentation during a meeting, output information onto an in-store display, implement rapid transmission of high-resolution content, or handle big files, MSI's All-in-One PCs are ideal for the job.   MSI Instant Display Technology Besides its comprehensive range of input/output interfaces, the Wind Top AP2011 also provides outstanding support for video input/output. The AP2011's HDMI™ high-definition multimedia interface provides simultaneous support for video input and output, making it possible to link the AP2011 to a second display, either for dual-screen operation or to make use of a larger display (e.g. for projection purposes). This further expands the range of scenarios and locations in which the AP2011 can be used, and makes for a further enhancement of working efficiency. For video input, the Wind Top AP2011 incorporates MSI Instant Display Technology, which is unique to MSI. With this technology, when the power supply to the all-in-one PC is switched on, the display automatically enters stand-by mode, with no need to press the power switch on the PC itself. When a device is connected to the HDMI™ input port, the display comes on automatically. If the PC is already on, then the display power / mode switch on the side of the display panel can be used to switch between modes. This technology helps the system to make additional energy savings. An adjustable stand and auto-rotation function (optional extras) To enable the Wind Top AP2011 to meet the needs of different industries even more effectively, MSI has designed the AP2011 with an adjustable stand. This stand offers a high degree of flexibility; the display pivots freely, it can be swiveled left or right, and the height and display angle can be adjusted easily; the display can also be stood up perpendicularly on the desktop. The AP2011 also incorporates the auto-rotation function found on some smart-phones and tablet PCs; when the display is adjusted by 90 degrees, the image displayed on the screen automatically changes to match the new display position, without the user needing to make the adjustment manually through software. This feature represents a significant advance in terms of practicality and convenience.   Outstanding performance combined with energy saving and carbon reductionMSI's industry-leading adoption of LED panel for its All-in-One PCs makes it possible to create ultra-slim PC designs, while also enabling users to benefit from LED displays' low energy consumption. LED panel provides energy savings of approximately 30% compared to conventional CCFL panel. Combining this advantage with several other energy-saving technologies unique to MSI, the MSI Wind Top AP2011 LED All-in-One PC is able to provide overall energy savings of over 70% compared to a conventional desktop PC (assuming comparison with a standard 300@ desktop PC). Assuming that the PC is left switched on all day, this means average annual energy savings of 23,652 kWh, equivalent to an annual reduction of 1,856 in carbon dioxide emissions. Adopting LED All-in-One PCs can thus make a significant contribution towards helping business enterprises to reduce their energy consumption; these are genuinely "green" PCs. In addition, all of MSI's Wind Top AP2011 All-in-One business user PC models have been awarded U.S. Energy Star 5.2 certification, and conform to the European Union’s latest ErP (Energy-related Products) directive, which was introduced in 2010, and the EU's RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directive; furthermore, these products are made from non-toxic plastic, and use packaging material that is over 80% recyclable, further evidence of MSI's commitment to protecting the environment. MSI is working to ensure that the companys focus on energy saving and carbon reduction is embodied in every business user PC model, in a further upgrading of green technology. Anti-glare display technology to protect users' eyes Besides the use of LED and multi-touch technology, MSI has also adopted anti-glare technology for its Wind Top AP2011 PCs. This anti-glare function works effectively in a wide range of usage environments, from office buildings where glare can be a serious problem, to large retail outlets with bright lighting. Anti-glare function helps to protect users' eyes, while also enhancing their working efficiency. Wind Top AP2011 Specifications Processor Intel® Pentium® G620 / Core™ i3 2100 Processors Operating System Genuine Microsoft® Windows 7 Home Premium / Professional 64bit LCD / Touch Panel 20" LCD Panel LED Backlight (1600*900 ) / Multi Touch Chip Set Intel® H61 Graphic Intel® HD Graphic / Intel HD Graphics 2000 Memory 2G DDR3 1333 / DDR3 SO-DIMM * 2 slots / Max. to 8GB HDD 3.5" SATAII 500GB 7200 RPM Wireless 802.11 b/g/n WiFi ODD 6 in 1 card reader (SD, mini SD, MS, MS Pro, MMC, xD) Speaker 2 x 3W Speakers I/O Back: Mic in x1, Earphone out x1, USB2.0 x 4, HDMI™ out x1 , RJ45x1 HDMI™ in x1, COM Port x2 Side: USB3.0x2, SuperCharger x1, Cardreader, DC Jack Built in Webcam 0.3 megapixel webcam and microphone TV Tuner Optional (PCI-E interface) Keyboard/Mouse USB Keyboard / Mouse Wall Mount Support standard VESA Wall Mount, optional wall mount kits Dimension / Weight 495*359*91 mm with Holder / 495*493*166 mm with Stand Power 90W / 120W for Core i5 CPU

Tue, 07 Jun 2011

All-New MSI Touch-Control All-in-One LED PCs Cause Stir<br>For home entertainment or business, envir

to stream into the various product display areas in the MSI booth—especially the all-in-one PC area. In addition to unveiling the home entertainment AE Series this year, MSI rolled out its all-new AP Series of all-in-one business PCs. Designed with green commerce and a smart digital lifestyle in mind, these dazzlingly beautiful machines have become a hot topic of discussion among buyers who can’t wait to try them out. What’s more, because the Wind Top AE2420 3D received this year's Taiwan Excellence Gold Award—the highest of the Taiwan Excellence Awards, award organizers are displaying a Wind Top AE2420 3D at the entranceway to their Hall of Taiwan Excellence booth located on the first floor of the Nangang Exhibition Hall, so journalists and buyers from around the world can witness the high level of quality that marks Taiwan products. All-in-One PC—rich, bright pictures + eye protection Recognizing the pros of LED panels, i.e., they are power-saving, light, thin, and environmentally friendly, MSI led the way to develop all-in-ones with backlit LED displays, incorporating multipoint touch control full HD panels with 1920x1080p resolution for brighter, more detailed pictures. MSI’s LED AIO features a number of advantages, including better contrast and brighter, richer, more natural colors, significantly enhancing picture quality. As a result, the Wind Top AE2211 and AE2230 all-in-one LED PCs began drawing large numbers of visitors and members of the media as soon as the doors to the show opened. When designing the Wind Top AP2011 for business-use, MSI took into consideration the fact that people today are spending more time in front of computer screens, so they used a 20-inch, anti-glare backlit LED display to increase clarity, while reducing the burden to the eyes caused by the projection source, so your vision doesn't deteriorate no matter how long you look at it. One buyer from Europe commented, "This is the best all-in-one PC I've seen at the show. Its picture and control are top of the line. The AP Series business is ideal for the business venues of some of our clients." Members of the media and buyers are also lining up to take for a spin the Wind Top AE2410 and AE2070 with powerful second generation Intel CoreTM i3/i5 processors to feel firsthand the power and to check out the software. The AE2230, which packs AMD's latest Sabine platform, is another model you won't wan't to miss. They all come preloaded with Wind Touch 4—MSI's own touch control software, which ingeniously integrates community site functions with web browsing, making it another Computex must-see. All-purpose Wind Top AP Series for business—favorite of western buyers To optimize power savings and protect user health, the Wind Top AP2000 and Wind Top AP2011, two of MSI's front line products, MSI incorporated LED panels into the all-in-one PCs, thereby keeping in line with global environmental protection trends. LED panels consume up to 30% less electricity and last much longer than traditional CCFL panels—saving on power and protecting the environment. After listening to MSI personnel introduce the products and then trying them out themselves, many buyers emphasized that ordering the Wind Tops was a top priority. To mesh the idea of digital lifestyle into its products, MSI will incorporate Smart Media Link & Smart Sync concept software, showcasing an AIO PC with personal cloud technology, so that users can share entertainment content over the Internet with ease using touch control. In addition to pioneering the use of backlit LED display panels to protect the eyes of users, the ultra-slim chassis and specially designed flexible-use base takes up a smaller footprint on your desk. What's more, the entire series is certified by Energy Star 5.0 of the US and conforms to 2010 requirements for eco-friendly design of energy-related products as stipulated by ErP of the European Union, and meets RoHS environmental regulations. They don't use any toxic coatings and up to 80% of packaging materials can be recycled. These facts more than show that not only does MSI meticulously design green computers suited to any industry, the company strives to remind individuals that they can do their part along with MSI to protect the environment even when buying and using computers. The Wind Top AP2011 features Intel's 2nd generation CoreTM processor with breakthrough power that enhances multitask processing performance. Not only does the power-sipping Wind Top boast powerful multitasking capabilities, it sports USB 3.0, Super Charger technology that lets you recharge electronic devices via the USB port without booting up, as well as a number of COM ports, so you to connect up to barcode readers, credit card readers, and credit card billing machines. MSI incorporates technology and performance in an environmentally friendly package, making its products the top choice of individuals and businesses alike.  

Tue, 31 May 2011

ECO-FRIENDLY & EYE-FRIENDLY ALL-IN-ONE PC<br>MSI to Showcase LED Eco Professional All-in-One PCs<br>

ind Top AP2011 All-in-One PC at the Computex Taipei 2011 exhibition. MSI is leading the All-in-One PC market to adopt LED-backlit technology, which permits energy savings of 30% compared to conventional CCFL panel. The combination of an ultra-slim PC body and flexible PC stand reduces the amount of space that the Wind Top AP2011 takes up on the user's desk top. MSI's decision to give the Wind Top AP2011 a 20-inch anti-glare, multi-touch LED-backlit LCD display means that users can view the screen for extended periods of time under a wide range of environmental conditions without damaging their eyesight. All of the models in MSI's business-user All-in-One PC range – including the Wind Top 1920 (19"), Wind Top AP2000 (20") and Wind Top AP2011 (20") – have been certified U.S. Energy Star 5.0, and conform to the European Union's latest ErP (Energy related Products) directive, which was introduced in 2010, and the EU's RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directive; in addition, these products are made from non-toxic plastic, and use packaging material that is over 80% recyclable. While designing environmentally-friendly PCs to meet the needs of different market segments, MSI is also encouraging PC buyers to work with MSI to help protect the environment. The Wind Top AP2011 uses a second-generation Intel® CoreTM processor with outstanding performance that helps users to achieve more efficient multi-tasking. Besides its energy-saving and multi-tasking capabilities, the Wind Top AP2011 is also equipped with high-performance USB 3.0 output and with Super Charger technology, which allows charging from a USB port even when the PC is switched off. The Wind Top AP2011 also comes with multiple COM ports that enable it to be hooked up to a barcode scanner, credit card terminal or credit card billing machine. With its unique energy-saving design concept, MSI has made the Wind Top AP2011 the ideal choice for both consumers and business enterprises.   LED AIO Offering Full Protection and Advanced Green Technology The LED-backlit panel used in MSI's All-in-One PCs for business users provides energy savings of over 30% compared to conventional CCFL panel. In addition to its energy-saving characteristics, the use of LED-backlit panel also helps to increase panel lifespan. The Wind Top AP 2011 therefore provides both energy conservation and environmental protection benefits; MSI is working with you to help protect the planet! In addition, All of the models in MSI's business-user All-in-One PC range – including the Wind Top AP2000 and Wind Top AP2011 – have been awarded U.S. Energy Star 5.0 certification, and conform to the European Union's latest ErP (Energy related Products) directive, which was introduced in 2010, and the EU’s RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directive; in addition, these products are made from non-toxic plastic, and use packaging material that is over 80% recyclable, further evidence of MSI's concern for the environment. While responding to the growth in environmental awareness, MSI also continues to demonstrate its concern for user health. Recognizing that people today are spending more and more time using their PCs, when designing its Wind Top AP2011 LED-backlit All-in-One PC for business users, MSI adopted a 20-inch anti-glare LED-backlit LCD display design. Besides enhancing the clarity of the screen image, this design also reduces the strain on the eyes caused by reflections from the screen, thereby helping to prevent the eyesight impairment that can result from extended periods of computer use. Set it Up the Way You Want, Making it the Ideal Office Tool The Wind Top AP2011 has been designed with an adjustable stand to meet the needs of different business usage scenarios. It pivots freely, can be swiveled left or right, and the height and display angle can be adjusted easily; it can also be stood up perpendicularly on the desktop. The adjustable display makes the PC easy to use while providing maximum viewing flexibility; it also dramatically reduces the amount of space needed to use the PC, which is a boon for business users. MSI has also equipped the Wind Top AP2011 with a pair of COM ports so that business enterprises such as restaurants, hotels, convenience stores, filling stations etc. can link the PC up to a barcode scanner or credit card terminal when necessary. MSI's All-in-One PCs for business users, including the Wind Top AP2011 and Wind Top AP2000, really are the ideal assistant for both personal and business use! The Latest 2nd-Generation Intel Processor Provides Enhanced Working Efficiency MSI's new Wind Top AP 2011 uses a Sandy Bridge processor from Intel's second-generation Core i3/Core i5 series. With the graphics processing unit (GPU) and CPU integrated onto the same chip, while also building a set of visual functions into the chip that ensure higher image quality and better performance. The Sandy Bridge equipped MSI Wind Top All-in-One PCs for business users provide outstanding performance while maintaining efficient power usage. The GPU built into the processor can be used to share a wide range of resources; processor core resources and GPU resources can be automatically transferred and reallocated to meet the current needs of the individual user, making for improved processing speed and enhanced working efficiency. MSI's All-in-One PCs for business users, such as the Wind Top AP2011, are equipped with MSI's Super Charger technology, which allows charging from a USB port even when the PC is switched off, and with USB 3.0 transmission interface, giving a ten-fold improvement in data transmission speed. These capabilities can meet a wide range of business needs; whether you need to give a presentation during a meeting, output information onto an in-store display, implement rapid transmission of high-resolution content, or handle big files, MSI's All-in-One PCs are ideal.