MSI expands notebook family with new U115 Hybrid netbook

Written by IT News on 9:52 PM

MSI has today officially launched the new hybrid-U115 Netbook case the supply of small, low-power computer systems. The new product is delivered to the customer an option Netbook system, based on new features that previously were not in any of the MSI Netbook models. With the new system, MSI is mainly offers its users a storage solution in a Netbook form factor. The "hybrid" in the name stands for Hybrid memory, a technology that allows users to take advantage of Solid State Drive (SSD) and a traditional hard disk drive (HDD).

The U115 was not specifically of the brand as part of the wind family, but given the general specifications for the system, is it safe with all the other netbooks on the market. With a design very similar to that in the first MSI Wind Netbook the new hybrid-U115 laptop PC offers some interesting new features in comparison with what most of the products in their bid bring.

First and foremost, the new U115 applies Intel Poulsbo US15W platform and is compatible with Atom X530 processor, running on a similar 1.6GHz core speed. Another important change that has been activated again MSI Netbook is its ability to provide two alternative storage facilities. The U115 can be equipped with a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive and an SSD. The user can choose between 120 GB and 160 GB hard drives and 8 GB and 16 GB SSDs.

The advantage of a hybrid storage solution Netbook is that they have a longer life, but also a faster operating experience. The technology enables users to temporarily disconnect the hard drive of the system, through a simple press of a button, the U115 in ECO-mode.“

For more information on the system, 1 GB DDR2 memory, 4-in-1 card reader, 2.0MP webcam, wireless networking and Bluetooth, and 3-cell and 6-cell battery option. Unfortunately MSI has not yet disclose the price.