MSI CX640 and CR640—Ultimate Multimedia NBs

MSI rolled out a new generation of C Series notebook computers. The CX640 and CR640, which pack Intel's 2nd generation Core i processor, feature a slender profile, a crystal diamond finish touchpad, and an F1 racecar push start power button. These and other details add a touch of sophistication to these powerfully chic machines.

Who says laptop computers are all the same? MSI has unveiled the CX640 and CR640, two epoch-making notebooks in terms of both appearance and functions. Details, like the F1 racecar push start power button, the slender, layered, forward-tapering profile, the touchpad with crystal diamond finish, the concealed hotkey design, the flat black case with metallic brush finish, and the streamlined DVD drawer button, combine to give you the feeling that you are at the controls of a sophisticated high-end racecar.

Eric Kuo, associate vice president for global sales, MSI Notebook, points out that the new generation CX640 and CR640 sport Intel’s powerful 2nd generation Core i CPU and MSI's fast boot technology which gets these impressive laptops up and running in half the time that it takes most other notebooks. They also feature other MSI innovations, such as enhanced data protection which employs MSI's own software and hardware technologies to bolster structural design to safeguard the hard drive against sudden shocks. Another example is Time Stamp backup and restoration which backs up data in just seconds. Two layers of protection technology to double your peace of mind.

Urbane, chic, streamlined:

• Flat black case with metallic brush finish: The stylish look inspired by high-end racecars, MSI's design team incorporated a flat black finish revealing a metallic luster used in luxury automobiles into the exterior of the CX640 and CR640. In addition, the touchpad's crystal diamond finish and the layered texture of the recessed speakers set off the overall look, giving a randomness to the gradation of lights and shadows, producing a urbane look evocative of high-end racecars.
• Push start "ignition switch": Situated on the left side of the CX640 and CR640 is an AC-in power jack designed to resemble a racecar fuel intake and on the right side is a round push start ignition switch. The two details set each other off and are evocative of an F1 racer. Press the button and feel the performance.
• eTapered profile and hidden hotkey design: The forward-tapering silhouette of the CX640 and CR640 notebook computers is also evocative of F1 racers and the layering of materials that compose the sides cause the bright layers to blend into the delicate etching of the flat black strata, exuding an artsy yet unpretentious feel. In addition, the hotkeys on the CX640 and CR640 are ingenisously integrated into the metal mesh strip above the keyboard, so while the hotkeys are still easily accessible, these chic machines maintain their overall design integrity.

Performance is the name of the game:

• 2nd generation Intel Core i Processor: The CX640 and CR640 feature Intel's powerful 2nd generation Core i processor and new generation Turbo Boost 2.0 technology to accelerate all cores. Quick Sync Video technology enhances multimedia file computing performance