ASUS UL20A-A1 Thin and Light 12.1-Inch Silver Laptop - 7.5 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Home Premium)

Now there is an even bigger reason to get the UL Series by ASUS. Adding to a whole trophy case of awards is the latest 2009 Editor's Choice Award by Engadget.  Voted by Engadget's editorial staff as LAPTOP OF THE YEAR, the UL series is the ultimate companion for your mobile computing needs.

Key Features

• All-day computing with up to 7.5 hours of battery life¹
• Exceptionally compact and light, just over 1-inch thin, and less than 3.3lbs
• Powered by the Intel Core2 Duo Processor SU7300 for energy efficiency
• Color Shine 12.1-inch LED-backlit widescreen HD display that uses less energy and gives you an immersive cinematic experience
• 2GB of DDR2 system memory for smooth performance with Windows 7 Home Premium installed
• 250GB 5,400rpm hard drive for fast, convenient storage and access to all your documents, music, videos, and photos
• Chiclet style keyboard and multi-touch trackpad for comfortable and intuitive use
• Built-in 802.11n wireless connectivity that enables ‘real-time’ video conferencing and Internet browsing
• Integrated webcam for connecting with your friends and family
• Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound for home theater quality acoustics
• ASUS IceCool Technology provides a cool-to-the-touch palm rest
• Express Gate, exclusively from ASUS, enables ultra-fast booting so you can connect to the web in just 10 seconds
• ASUS SmartLogon—facial recognition system detects your face and logs on automatically
• ASUS 360: 1 year global warranty and ASUS ADW: 1 year accidental damage warranty*

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Takes You Where You Want to Go

Experience up to 7.5 hours of all-day computing with the UL20A-A11. Thanks to its ultra-low-voltage Intel processor SU7300, 6-cell battery, LED-backlit display, and ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE), you can maximize your time on the move and minimize time plugged-in. And with ASUS’s exclusive FastBoot Technology providing an ultra-fast boot time of only 30 seconds, you can use your PC anywhere, virtually right away. A generous 250GB of hard drive storage holds your favorite music, videos, and photos. Compact, and just over 1-inch thin, the UL20A-A1 fits virtually anywhere –freeing space up for books, files, or whatever else you need. The UL20A-A1 lets you focus on the essentials in life. With this kind of mobility, you get the peace of mind you deserve.

Energy Efficient Processing

The ASUS UL Series Laptops are the perfect balance of style and performance for mobile computing. They all feature an Ultra-Low-Voltage Intel® Core™2 Duo processor so that you can enjoy the performance and long battery life you need in a sleek design you crave. Sleek new ultra-thin laptops powered by the latest ultra-low-voltage Intel® Core™ processors deliver this unique balance of performance and power consumption to let you travel light and provide the performance you need for music, HD video, photos and more. Intel® ULV processors are also optimized for battery life, so you can stay unplugged longer and use your laptop on the go without having to search for power outlets. Full feature computing on the go – thin and light with long battery life – with Intel Inside®.

Comfort Included

With ASUS IceCool Technology, you’re ensured extended battery life and a cool-to-touch surface, so, even after long computer sessions, there’s limited heat for optimized comfort. With plenty of space to place your hands, the generous palm rest area makes typing on the chiclet style keyboard an enjoyable experience. It’s comfort made easy.

Eye-Catching Sophistication

Impress onlookers and complement any setting with the UL20A-A1’s brushed aluminum cover and a high-class appeal. From the first time you open the UL20A-A1 you notice the stunning interior casing around a display that brings color to life, and shines with a brilliant, high-gloss finish. Plus, the chiclet style keyboard and spacious keys not only allow for a comfortable typing experience, but also prevent dust buildup, helping to keep your keyboard clean every time you use it. Inspired by a butterfly’s grace, the UL20A-A1 carries the hallmark contours and slim elegance that separates it from the typical cookie-cutter notebook.

The Ultra Mobile Warrior

If you’re looking for a mobile warrior that doesn’t break the bank, the UL20A-A1 is the perfect thin and light with its 12.1-inch 16:9 ratio 1366x768 LED-backlit display. Its widescreen display is brightened by LED-backlighting that is ultra-thin and energy efficient, making the 7.5 hours of unplugging computing possible. Complemented by Altec Lansing speakers and SRS premium surround sound, the UL20A-A1 provides high-quality audio playback so there’s no need to invest in expensive speakers. With the UL20A-A1, you can enjoy all your favorite HD entertainment and work where you want, when you want, with crisp clarity and great value.

ASUS Exclusive Windows 7 Features

Experience FastBoot, the unique performance boost for Windows 7 made possible by ASUS’s close partnership with Microsoft. With ASUS exclusive FastBoot technology, Windows 7-enabled ASUS notebooks start up in a staggering 30 seconds. That is 40% faster than 32-bit operating systems. ASUS helps get you up and running faster than ever before. System performance is subject to system configuration. This data is based on a comparison between a FastBoot-optimized ASUS notebook running 64-bit Windows 7 and an identically-specc'ed notebook without FastBoot running 32-bit Windows Vista. For more details regarding the test results, please visit the information site.

ASUS 360* -- 1 Year Global Warranty

ASUS complimentary notebook care package. ASUS 360 offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops: One year global warranty Thirty days flawless display guarantee Two way free standard shipping 24/7 tech support

ASUS ADW* -- 1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty**

Accidents happen. But when they happen to your ASUS notebook purchased in the US or Canada, you have extra protection. Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.** Warranty covering accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time One-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost 24 hour toll-free phone support One incident covered per notebook

For PC’s running Windows 7 Home Premium

Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It’s the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you’ll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process. Don’t forget… Microsoft Office is not part of Microsoft Windows In order to get the most out of your new PC, don’t forget to purchase a Microsoft Office suite. Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center.* Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium. * Internet access required. Free TV content varies by geography. Some content may require additional fees.

Warranty

ASUS 360* (1 Years Global Warranty) + ASUS ADW* (1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty**) + Flawless Display Guarantee

What's in the Box

Specifications

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