As part of its effort towards increasing computer penetration within the country, South-Africa based Sahara Computers and Electronics Limited (SCEL) has announced the availability of its latest Intel Celeron based notebook, the NB5610-L1.
The NB5610-L1 weighs around 2.5Kg, and features Intel's Celeron M Processor 360; 256 MB DDR RAM upgradeable up to 2 GB; 40GB HDD; 14.1-inch TFT-LCD display; Wi-Fi support; built-in stereo with 3D sound effects; DVD/CD-RW combo drive; and pre-programmed application launch keypad with functions including Internet browser, volume mute, WLAN activation plus email.
SCEL's NB 5610 - L1 incorporates 4 USB 2.0 ports and one port each for sound/volume control; S-Video TV Out port; DC in Jack; Headphone Out Jack; Microphone Jack; and compatible RJs for phone plus LAN.
Speaking at the occasion, George Van Der Merwe, chief operating officer, SCEL, said, "The launch of this notebook reflects SCEL's strategy of offering carefully tailored mobile solutions to the newly emerging markets in India like students, young executives, SOHO etc."
"Our new endeavour has been made possible because of SCEL's sound vendor relationship spanning the globe, and high economies of scale undertaken in the process. We are confident that our latest offering, which is at a price that is marginally higher than a desktop PC, will create fresh demands in the market," Van Der Merwe said.
NB5610-L1 is available nation-wide through Sahara authorized dealers, at a price of Rs 25,999. Over 1,200 certified engineers from SCEL will be made available for customer service on the national toll free number - 1800 180 SCEL (7235).
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