Asus Notebook K501J SX003E

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Asus Notebook K501J Overview

The K501J notebook series by Asus offers comfort with style. Asus Notebook K501J SX003E has all the right components to provide excellent performance for both work and entertainment. Economic and efficient, Asus Notebook K501J SX003E emphasizes on the necessity to present better performance and quality to its customers.

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Processor Performance

Having the powerful Dual Core Intel Pentium Processor (T4200) with a 4GB DDR2SD RAM incorporated in the Asus K501J SX003E, there are no doubts about the fineness in its performance. With a 2GHz speed and 800MHz Data Bus speed, the processor is capable of completing all your tasks with a blink of an eye. Whether you want to download heavy softwares, browse and chat or simply work while listening to music, the multi-tasker Intel processor is really good at it all.

Screen and Display

The real pleasure is experienced when one looks at the 15.6 inch TFT Display screen producing colourful vibrant images at the maximum resolution of 1366x 768 pixels. The widescreen LED back-lit display with Colour Shine and ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, ensures colour brilliance and low power consumption so now you can watch a movie or view your snaps and videos without power issues ruining your delight.

Dimensions

The K501J SX003E notebook is 37x 25.6x 3.6 cm (Wx Dx H) in size and weighs around 2.6kgs. Huge and heavy, the notebook might not be a commuter’s first choice but the type of operations and the speed with which it performs them; it is a top class competent laptop.

Memory

The laptop has a DDR2 SDRAM of 4GB whereas the Hard Drive capacity of 250GB provides the freedom to store large data files. It’s definite good news for all the movie and music freaks. Now, they don’t need an external hard drive or USB to store up their collections. And if you are still not satisfied then the 3 in 1 Card reader is provided which supports additional Flash Memory card, SD card and Memory Stick along with Multi media card. All this huge storage is of great help to those requiring heavy downloads and saving bigger files.

Networking

In the modern world, a strong communication is required whether you are a student or a professional. Asus has felt and understood the need very well. Integrated within the notebook is the Wireless LAN with the availability of Fast Data Link Protocol and Gigabit Ethernet; IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, and IEEE 802.11n. This ensures faster, reliable and easier connectivity and allows you to browse or chat freely while combating the work load.

Operating system and Softwares

Having professional attire on the outside, the inside of SX003E is also quiet proficient. Supporting the ever popular Window Vista business edition, the operating system is ideal for office work. All those who have a desktop full of files and folders that are impossible to retrieve when most wanted, here’s an eternal solution to all your problems; Microsoft Office Ready.

It helps you organize and manage all your documents that can be easily searched by their content or file name that makes working on the laptop less hectic. The software is operable with the Medialess License Kit (MLK) that you will have to buy.
A host of noteworthy softwares such as ASUS Splendid, ASUS Screen Saver, ASUS Fancy Start, ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, ASUS WinFlash, Adobe Reader 8.0, ASUS CopyProtect, etc are also provided which is eagerly desired by the users both for professional and non professional use.

Security Features

A unique feature in Asus K501J SX003E is the security protocol provided. A special security lock slot is available (the cable lock is not included in the deal) and a password option is also given for the hard drive in addition to your system password so your data stays classified and confidential!

Our Verdict

Unquestionably proficient in performance and a high scorer in its features and functions, the only downside to the Asus K501J SX003E is size, which is slighly heavier and can be compromised based on the powerful specs. The 2 year warranty and the company’s past reputation are a guarantee in itself about the product quality. All in all, it’s a nice deal.

 

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Asus Notebook K501J SX003E Specs

Dimensions and Weight: 37 cm, 25.6 cm, 3.6 cm (WxDxH) and Weight 2.6 kg.

Processor: Intel Pentium T4200 / 2 GHz Multi-Core Technology Dual-Core 64-bit

Display: 15.6″ TFT Screen, Max Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels (WXGA),
Features: Color Shine, LED-backlit, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology

Data Bus Speed: 800 MHz

Cache Memory: Type L2 Cache Installed Size 1 MB

RAM: Installed Size 4 GB / 4 GB (max) Technology DDR2 SDRAM

Storage: Hard Drive 250 GB, 5400 rpm

Optical Storage: DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM

Card Reader: 3 in 1 card reader; Flash Memory Cards, SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, Multimedia Card

Audio: Sound card available, High Definition Audio

Features: Altec Lansing speakers, Audio Input Microphone

Notebook Camera: Integrated Sensor Resolution 1.3 Megapixel

Input Device(s): Keyboard, and touchpad available

Networking: Wireless LAN Supported, Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft) Compliant Standards

Operating System: OS Pre-installed Microsoft Windows Vista Business / XP Professional, OS Preinstalled Windows Vista Microsoft Office Ready Software.

Softwares: ASUS Splendid, ASUS Screen Saver, ASUS Fancy Start, ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, ASUS Wireless Console, ASUS Net4Switch, ASUS WinFlash, Adobe Reader 8.0, ASUS NB Probe +, ASUS Data Security Manager, ASUS CopyProtect, ASUS SmartLogon.

Security Features: Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), system password, hard drive password

Power Supply: Power Device External Voltage Required AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )

Battery: Technology 6-cell Installed

Manufacturer Warranty: 2 years



2 Comments

  1. Ria Stadler   |  Monday, 02 November 2009 at 1:17 pm

    I’m looking for the functions of the different keys on the keyboard of the ASUS K501J recently acquired, i.e. F1, F2, F3, Enter, etc. Would they be kown as the HOT KEYS? I am resident in South Africa,

  2. Admin   |  Wednesday, 04 November 2009 at 8:48 am

    Please visit the support site and try downloading a user manual
    http://support.asus.com/download/download.aspx?SLanguage=en-us

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