Product Description

The PR201 features the latest Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology , which uses Intel Core2 Duo processor and Intel GM45 Express Chipset, to deliver innovative mobile solutions with unrivaled processor performance, stunning new HD capabilities, great wireless connectivity, and long battery life. And MSI recommends Windows Vista Business. Additionally, featuring elegant lines and a sophisticated minimalist sensibility, the MSI PR201 is designed to reflect you professionalism at work and your desire for entertainment. In the other side, equipped with wireless functionality, AI array microphone, and 2.0 mega pixels webcam, the PR201 is ready made to fit into your life at work and play. For the protection of your confidential information, the PR201 also offers fingerprint reader security function, guarding your information from hackers and unwanted individuals at the office or elsewhere. With the MSI PR201 laptop computer, working hard and playing hard come hand in hand. The Latest Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology The PR201 features the latest Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology , which uses Intel Core2 Duo processor and Intel GM45 Express Chipset, to deliver innovative mobile solutions with unrivaled processor performance, stunning new HD capabilities, great wireless connectivity, and long battery life. Ultra Lightweight Design with Magnesium Alloy Casing Featuring elegant lines and a sophisticated minimalist sensibility, the PR201 is dominated by a Black and Silver color scheme. With the addition of the finely detailed MSI logo, the PR201 exudes a clean, sleek and refined sense of taste. Measuring in at 303mm in length, 231.5 mm in width, and 16-29.5 mm in height, along with a weight of 1.8kg (including battery), PR201 is very portable.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3619 in Personal Computers
• Brand: MSI
• Model: PR201-013US
• Dimensions: 1.16" h x 9.10" w x 11.90" l, 3.96 pounds
• Display size: 12.1

Features

• 2.0Ghz Penryn P7350 Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology Chipset IntelGM 45+ICH9-M 12.1-Inch WXGA TFT-LCD Display 1280X800 2GB RAM 250 GB SATA Hard Drive Built-in DVD Super Multi
• Built-in Gigabit Ethernet LAN and Modem Module Built-in 802.11b/g/n WLAN Card / Bluetooth V2.0+EDR Finger Print Reader Built-in 2.0M Pixels Webcam and Mic
• 3-in-1 Card Reader, SD/MMC/MS D-Sub Port X 1 USB2.0 Port X 3 Mic-in Port X 1 Headphone Output X 1 LAN Port X 1 Modem Port X 1 HDMI X 1 8 Cell Battery

Customer Reviews

Good 12" laptop for the money
Pros:
-Good hardware specs for the money
-Good build quality
-Every bell and whistle I'll ever need

Cons:
-Keyboard has a lot of flex
-Screen is too glossy for my taste
-Power button LED is too bright (creates some glare in low lighting)

I am very happy with this laptop overall. It was the best value I've yet seen in 12" laptops which are dominated by super expensive models. The keyboard is well laid out with dedicated Home/Page Up/Page Down/End and arrow keys while still keeping the right shift key where it belongs. The ports are also well laid out and it has every port I can ever imagine wanting. The build quality is excellent all the way down to the magnetic lid closure.

Linux fans will be happy to hear that the basics work on this machine out of the box with Ubuntu 8.10. No problems with the touchpad, USB ports, display, or keyboard, even the screen brightness and volume control keyboard shortcuts work. However, the speakers play sound even when the headphones are plugged in and the webcam was not detected. I have not tested the following: microphone, HDMI, VGA, antenna, modem, express card, memory card reader, finger print reader.

I have only a few criticisms of the hardware. The biggest of which is that the keyboard had WAY too much flex plus it actually made some rattling sounds which makes it feel and sound cheap so I bought some double sided thermal tape, pulled the keyboard off and taped the heck out of the frame on which the keyboard sits. No more flex or rattle. The next complaint is that it sports a high gloss LCD that acts like a mirror especially in low light situations. I like to use my laptop at low backlight settings and the result is that I end up being destracted by my reflection in the screen, but apparently these screens are becoming popular with many manufacturers. My last complaint, which is admittedly a bit nit picky, is that the power button LED is too bright which is distracting and causes some glare in low light situations.

MSI LAPTOP
I love the laptop but the price could have been more reasonable and I dislike the fact that the "C' Drive was only allocated 43.9GB and "D" was allocated 181GB. It should have been in the reverse.