ASUS Eee Slate B121 Review

• ASUS Eee Slate B121 Review

New tablet combines innovation and design excellence, making it perfect for business, corporate, governmental and organizational users


After impressing the industry and consumers worldwide with a wide selection of Eee Pads and Eee Slates, ASUS continues to expand its tablet device range with the new business-focused ASUS Eee Slate B121, the most powerful tablet PC available to commercial users and a perfect tool for business. It offers great convenience and features that are ideal for small businesses, point of sale usage, finance and banking, education, healthcare, and more. The Eee Slate B121 features an Intel® Core™ i5 processor and genuine Windows® 7 Professional, and can run the same software as any notebook or desktop PC. It also ships with the built-in security of Trusted Platform Module (TPM) technology, and all purchases come with unlimited ASUS WebStorage access for one year, free of charge.

Superior performance
The full power of an Intel® Core™ i5 processor enables responsive multitasking, a rare treat for tablet users. With genuine Windows® 7 Professional running full versions of PC software and an SSD for storage instead of a conventional mechanical hard drive, performance is enhanced and boot up is accelerated, so users save time and energy.

Enhanced security
Professionals can rest assured that their valuable data is protected with the Eee Slate B121’s Trusted Platform Module, or TPM, which safeguards confidential data by hardware-encrypting files. This helps defend against attacks by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data. TPM is a widely-recognized industry standard that has achieved a solid reputation in the field of information security and confidentiality.

Tough touch screen with Corning® Gorilla® Glass
Visually stunning and incredibly tough, the Eee Slate B121’s display provides exceptional damage resistance, easy maintenance and optimized touch response. The panel is reinforced using an ion exchange process that forms a compression layer on the surface of the glass. This armor prevents damage and flaws, while remaining compliant with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive (RoHS).

Multi-input productivity
The Eee Slate B121 offers users various input options, including touch, stylus, or an external Bluetooth keyboard. With its responsive multi-touch screen, users can collaborate on projects and create and share presentations. The Wacom digitizer stylus enables precise control and pressure recognition, ideal for professionals in the design field.

Great image quality and added features
The 12.1” 1280 x 800 LED-backlit WXGA multi-touch display delivers improved outdoor readability and a 178ﾟ degree viewing angle. This helps share content and presentations with colleagues, regardless of how users rotate or hold the device. Output to a large external display via mini HDMI is effortless, and the B121 supports Adobe® Flash® 10.3, which allows professionals and students to view a wide selection of online content. Professionals can stay in contact by video conferencing with out of office colleagues or business partners located in other countries using the 2.0 megapixel camera. All Eee Slate B121 purchases come with one year of free access to ASUS WebStorage cloud computing services, taking advantage of the device’s portability.

“Microsoft is delighted to continue working with ASUS to bring innovation to customers around the globe. The new business-class Eee Slate PC delivers performance, security, mobile productivity and the familiarity of Windows that business customers expect”, said Nick Parker, Microsoft Vice President of Worldwide OEM Marketing.

ASUS Eee Slate B121 Review

Innovation to Drive Your Business - the World's Most Innovative Tablet PC

The new Eee Slate B121 tablet combines innovation and design excellence with the benefits of Genuine Windows® 7, making it perfect for corporate, commercial and organizational users. Designed as the world’s most powerful tablet PC, it features an Intel® Core™ i5 processor, full Genuine Windows® 7 Professional or Ultimate, and can run the same software as any notebook or desktop PC. It also ships with the added security of Trusted Platform Module (TPM) technology, and all purchases come with unlimited of ASUS WebStorage access for one year - free of charge!

Ultimate power and efficiency
Keeping everything streamlined, on time and highly productive is critical for businesses and organizations. Whether in healthcare, education, finance or any other sector, the Eee Slate B121 with Genuine Windows® 7 Professional and the powerful Intel® Core™ i5 processor delivers performance superior to that of many notebooks. It offers compatibility with most industry-specific platforms and networking protocols, plus support for the software and devices you already use. It can also be as easily managed and accessed as any Windows® PC, ensuring costs and learning curves stay down.

Durable SSD enhances performance and accelerates boot up
The Eee Slate B121 uses an SSD for storage instead of a conventional mechanical hard drive. This reduces power consumption while expediting boot up, so users save time and energy. Working with programs such as Microsoft Office also becomes faster and more efficient, plus an SSD generates no noise, creating a quiet environment. SSDs are also far less susceptible to failure and environmental hazards than traditional drives, making them better for portable use.


Tight TPM security keeps data safe
Professionals can rest assured that their valuable data is protected with the Eee Slate B121’s Trusted Platform Module, or TPM, which safeguards confidential data by hardware-encrypting files. This helps defend against attacks by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data. TPM is a widely-recognized industry standard that has achieved a solid reputation in the field of information security and confidentiality.

Multi-input to multiply your productivity
The Eee Slate is a multi-input tablet with numerous interaction options. Use the digital pen to express your creativity and write down your thoughts or paint on an electronic canvas. Simply use your fingers to access controls, or choose the wireless keyboard for standard typing. With so many ways to interact, the choice is yours.

Unlimited ASUS WebStorage services at no cost for one year
ASUS WebStorage is a secure, easy to use and affordable cloud service specifically designed to manage complex data transfers and mobility between different devices. With ASUS WebStorage Sync, your files are automatically synced to all your devices at once, so that you can always work on the latest version wherever you go.

12.1" wide viewing angle screen with AFFS technology
Superb high quality materials and fabrication techniques use Advanced Fringe Field Switching (AFFS) to deliver superior brightness and color range compared to standard IPS (In-Plane Switching) displays, alongside an ultra-wide 178° viewing angle and 1280 x 800 resolution.

Technical Specifications : ASUS Eee Slate B121

Operating System	Genuine Windows® 7 Ultimate *1 Genuine Windows® 7 Professional This version contains all product updates (SP1)
Display	12.1" LED Backlight WXGA (1280x800) Screen Capacitive and Electromagnetic Panel with AFFS
CPU	Intel Dual-Core i5 470um
Memory	DDR3, 1 x SO-DIMM, 4GB
Storage	64GB SSD
Wireless Data Network	WLAN 802.11 b/g/n@2.4GHz Bluetooth V3.0
Camera	2 M Pixel Camera
Audio	Hi-Definition Audio CODEC Stereo Speakers High Quality Mic
Interface	1 x Digitizer pen 2 x USB 2.0 port 1 x 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Head Phone /Mic-in) 1 x mini HDMI port 1 x Card Reader: MMC/ SD(SDHC/SDXC) 1 x DC-IN
Battery	Battery Life: 4.5hrs Play 1080p video: 2.4hrs 34W/hr Polymer Battery *2
Power Adapter	Output: 19.5V 60W with USB charging port Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal
Dimensions	312 x 207.2 x 16.95 mm (WxDxH)
Weight	1.16 kg
Accessories	1 x User Manual 1 x Warranty Card 1 x Recovery DVD 1 x Foilo Case (with support function) 1 x Power Adaptor (with charging function) 1 x Bluetooth Keyboard *1 1 x Cleaning Cloth 5 x Refill Nibs 1 x Nib Remover 2 x AAA Battery for KB *1
Note	*1 : Optional Item. Operating System & Accessories will be differed by region. *2 : Operation lifetime subject to product model, normal usage conditions and configurations.

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