Latest Latitude Notebooks Feature New Intel Mobile Architecture Combined with Enhanced Performance, Reliability & Security
Dubai, 2 March 2005 - Dell, one of the world's leading portable computer systems provider, today announced three more powerful, secure and reliable additions to its business notebook portfolio. The additions are highlighted by the Latitude D410; an ultra portable system that weighs just 1.72kg's and delivers enhanced battery life including nearly all-day computing on a single high capacity battery charge.
Also available today are the mainstream Latitude D610 and the high-performance Latitude D810. The new Latitude notebooks incorporate the latest Intel mobile technologies combined with enhancements based on customer feedback, including:
- The latest Intel 915GM/PM chipset technology
- New Intel Pentium M processors with speeds up to 2.13GHz, a 533-MHz front-side bus and 2MB L2 cache;
- PCI Express--a new, industry-standard bus architecture that delivers powerful graphics, higher performance memory and faster connections to peripherals like hard drives and DVD/CD burners;
- Up to 2GB DDR2 533Mhz Memory for enhanced performance
- More robust Tri-Metal chassis and magnesium alloy LCD covers that increase durability;
- Stiffer, sealed keyboards that provide better feel while protecting against spills;
- Sturdier hinges built to last through Dell's test of 20,000 open/close cycles;
- One-glance dashboard with separate Wi-Fi, Bluetooth indicators;
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security technology and integrate Smart Card readers help ensure only authorised systems access network data and resources;
- Additional USB ports located on side of notebook for easier access;
- Repositioned Wi-Fi antennas for one of the best-in-class performance; and
- Optional Bluetooth 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) for faster transfer of large files and better multi-device connections.
The new notebooks are compatible with existing Latitude D-Family docks, port replicators and accessories to preserve customers' investments in upgrades and peripherals.
"These Latitude notebooks are a combination of powerful new features such as the latest Intel 915 chipset, offering PCI Express and enhanced 533Mhz Front Side Bus speeds, driving desktop like performance in a business notebook solution" said Michael Collins, General Manager, Dell Middle East. "We have also incorporated key enhancements to these new notebooks, providing better performance, usability and productivity. Many of these enhancements are innovative new features and many are incorporated through direct feedback from our customers. We continue to listen to our customers to build and deliver the best notebook solutions incorporating the latest technologies at great value."
Taking Security SeriouslyAs more computer users transition to notebooks and access networks from remote locations and public wireless networks, user and system security have become a top priority. Most Latitude D-Family systems now include two industry-standard security technologies: smart card readers and Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.1). Smart cards are the most cost-effective two-factor authentication solution to ensure only authorised users are accessing systems and data. They combine something a user has, like a smart card, with something they know, like a personal identification number.
TPM is integrated into the systems' hardware and can provide two facets of system security: platform authentication and file encryption on the local drive. TPM ensures authorised systems are accessing network resources and that the files stored on a specific system are "locked" to that system. More information about smart cards, TPM and Dell's security products and solutions can be found at www.dell.com/security.
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About the Latitude D410
With a new black and sliver chassis and a starting price of $1,905 (exVAT and delivery), the 1.72kg's, Latitude D410 continues to deliver uncompromising performance for an ultraportable notebook computer. With the addition of an optional nine-cell extended battery, users can come close to all-day computing without recharging, extending a users mobile productivity.
About the Latitude D610
With a starting weight of 2.12kg's and starting price of $1,850 (exVAT and delivery) the Latitude D610 is designed for users who require flexibility and mobility in a durable, thin-and-light package. Customers can build configurations to fit their specific needs, choosing between two graphics solutions, including the new Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 with 128MB shared memory offering the ideal medium between performance and battery life, or the enhanced ATI Mobility RADEON X300 card with 64MB DDR memory for high-end graphics performance.
About the Latitude D810
The Latitude D810 delivers high-end performance for the power-hungry users and features an UltraSharp 15.4-inch wide-aspect display and leading-edge graphics with up to 128MB of dedicated memory the Latitude D810 incorporates the new ATI Mobility RADEON X600 graphics solution delivering ultra-high 3D performance. Slightly smaller and lighter than its predecessor, the Latitude D810 has a starting weight of 2.94kg's and a starting price of $1,990 (exVAT and delivery).
Technical specifications and product information for Latitude notebook computers can be found at www.dell.com/latitude. Images can be found at www.dell.com/photos.
About Dell
Dell Inc. (NASDAQ: DELL) is a premier provider of products and services required for customers worldwide to build their information-technology and Internet infrastructures. Company revenue for the past four quarters totalled $49.2 billion. Dell, through its direct business model, designs, manufactures and customises products and services to customer requirements, and offers an extensive selection of software and peripherals. Information on Dell and its products can be obtained at www.dell.com.
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