BUCKINGHAMSHIRE - 20th January 2004 - ASUSTeK Computer Inc.(ASUS), a leading provider of high-performance notebook systems, today introduced the M6000N series. This newest addition to the ASUS notebook family comes equipped with flexible display options (15-4" or 15.1"), unique features and diverse input/output design, and leveraged Intel Centrino Mobile Technology to provide an ideal mobile experience for both business and leisure.

Ample Storage Space
Despite its slim design, the M6000N is surprisingly spacious inside, with ample hard-drive space for your music library, digital images database, and multimedia presentation files. It comes with either a 40GB, 60GB or 80GB Ultra ATA/100 hard drive and a main memory of 512MB of RAM (expandable to 2GB) for power, versatility and productivity.

Video on the road
The peerless 64MB VRAM graphics chipset, ATI Mobility(tm) Radeon(tm) 9600, enables graphics-intensive applications on the go. The built-in optical drive bay, which supports DVD-RW or Combo drives offers excellent media flexibility.

Mobile Processing Power
The M6000N implemented Intel® Centrino(tm) Mobile Technology, which includes Intel Pentium M processor, 855PM chipset and IntelPro/Wireless 2100 network connection system, to deliver the most advanced mobile performance. Teamed with built-in Gigabit LAN, the notebook ensures robust and high-speed connection for wired and wireless environments.

Stereo-Quality Audio
The convenient multimedia keys enable easy control of the multimedia player, which supports CD, MP3, DVD and VCD. The unique Audio DJ feature enables users to enjoy their favourite music without re-booting the system. On top of that, the M6000N's adopted four-way surround sound speakers are excellent for home entertainment.
Diverse Input/Output Connection

IEEE 1394 (four pins) port supports high-speed data transfer with the latest digital media.
Four USB 2.0 connectors enable convenient peripheral connection.
4-in-1 card reader supporting SD, MMC, MS and MS PRO standards permits easy application expansion.
Multi-functional module bay accommodates Combo drive, DVD-RW drive, second hard disk or second battery.
PortBar III provides four more USB 2.0 connection, one VGA port and an EPP/ECP parallel port.

Product Availability and Pricing
Pricing is according to specification, for further information please visit the company homepage at http://www.asus.com.