Intex Announces Challenger 012DW Laptop

The Intex Challenger 012DW Laptop computer is powered by 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium Dual Core Processor T2450 with SIS M671 Chipset mainboard, offering 1-MB L2 Cache, 533 MHz FSB, and it features 1-GB PC27000 DDR2 SDRAM, 160-GB 5200 rpm SATA hard drive and a standard 8x DVD/CD-RW Combo Optical Drive.

The Intex Challenger 012DW laptop computer features 12.1-inch XGA TFT active matrix display powered by integrated integrated Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA 950 with 128 MB shared video memoryoffering maximum screen resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels.

Intex Challenger 012DW laptop computer comes with Linux with limited functionality operating system software preinstalled and all device drivers are provided on a CD. Microsoft Windows XP Basic / Professional edition can be purchased at extra cost.

The Intex Challenger 012DW laptop PC comes with integrated WiFi 802.11a/b/g wireless connection, integrated 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN connection, and standard 56kbps V.92 fax/modem card for connectivity.

Weighing just about 1.8 kgs without battery pack, the Intex Challenger 012DW laptop computer also offers 1.3 MB webcam, integrated microphone, 3 USB v2.0 ports, Type I/II PC Card Slot, supports both 32-Bit CardBus and 16 bit PC Cards, IEEE 1394 Firewire port, 9 pin Serial Port, 25 pin Parellel Port, and Altec Lansing Stereo Speakers.

In Intex Challenger 012DW laptop, there is option for installing Bluetooth v2.0 card for which there is a slot available at the bottom side of the laptop. Both, hard disk drive and memory are upgradable by user without requiring to take the laptop to a service center.

The Intex Challenger 012DW laptop also sports integrated 5-in-1 Media Card Reader supporting SD, MMC, SmartMedia, XD and MemorySticks media cards.

Linux with limited functionality preinstalled Intex Challenger 012DW laptop is equipped with 4-cell Lithium ion, 4000 mAh which can provide upto 2.5 hrs backup without WiFi connection.

I/O Ports

• 3 x USB v2.0 compliant 4-pin connectors (2 on each side)
• ExpressCard 54mm
• IEEE 1394 (FireWire) 4-pin integrated port
• VGA port for external monitor, 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15)
• RJ-45, Ethernet LAN
• RJ-11, fax/modem
• Microphone-input, mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm jack
• Headphone-out, mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm jack
• S-Video TV-out, 4 pin mini-DIN
• PCMCIA Card Slot
• Infrared Port
• Serial Port, 9 pin
• Parellel Port, 25pin

Intex Challenger 012DW Laptop Specifications:

• Intel Pentium Dual Core Processor T2450, 2.0 GHz
• 1-MB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB
• SIS M671 Chipset Mainboard
• 1-GB PC2700 DDR2 SDRAM, Maximum 2-GB
• 160GB 5400 rpm SATA hard drive
• 8x DVD/CD-RW Combo Optical Drive

Display & Graphic

• 12.1-inch XGA TFT Display
• Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA 950 with 128 MB shared video memory
• 1280 x 800 pixels screen resolution

Network & Communication

• 802.11a/b/g Wi-Fi LAN connection
• Integrated 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet LAN
• 56Kbps MDC V.92 Data/Fax Modem

Other Features

• Linux OS
• Type I/II PC Card Slot
• Altec Lansing Stereo Speakers
• 1.3 MP webcam
• 3 USB 2.0 ports
• 5-in-1 Media Card Reader, Supports SD, MMC, SmartMedia, XD and MemorySticks media cards
• 4-cell Lithium ion, 4000 mAh, 2.5 hrs backup
• AC ‘97, Sound Blaster Pro
• Dimensions: W x D x H – 291 x 218 x 32.5 mm
• Weight: 1.80 Kgs without battery pack