Fujitsu LifeBook S7211 Announced

Fujitsu Computer Systems has announced the LifeBook S7211 14-inch notebook, aimed at cost-conscious small and medium size business customers.

The Fujitsu LifeBook S7211 starts at $899 and features the Intel Pentium Dual-Core Processor T2330 at 1.6 GHz or the Intel Core 2 Duo T5250 CPU at 1.5 GHz, depending on model. The notebook is based on the Intel GM965 chipset with the Graphics Media Accelerator X3100. This integrated GPU manages the S7211’s 14.1″ Crystal View widescreen display with a 1280-by-800 pixels resolution. The laptop features 1GB of DDR2 system memory, expandable to 4GB, a 120GB hard drive at 5,400rpm, and a modular bay, that fits an optical drive, an additional battery for up to 6.5 hours of run time, or a weight-saver.

Regarding networking and communications, the LifeBook S7211 incorporates the Atheros 802.11a/b/g LAN module, a Gigabit Ethernet connection, a 56k modem, and an optional Bluetooth.

It also has a built-in 1.3-megapixel web camera, three USB ports, an ExpressCard slot, a 3-in-1 media card reader, and a VGA output.

The laptop weighs approximately 5.2 pounds with an optical drive.

The Fujitsu LifeBook S7211 comes with Windows Vista Business or Windows XP Professional preinstalled and is available through the Fujitsu’s online store.