Bringing better promotions for selected models to the student population
ASUS, a global leader in innovation for an incredible range of products has announced its success in clinching its first education tender in polytechnics. This is in conjunction with ASUS’ goal in transforming and improving the overall digital experience for all students and staff. ASUS will be participating in the Polytechnics Roadshows starting from today onwards.
“With the growing use of notebook computers as a learning and communication tool in various schools, ASUS would like to emerge as a one-stop technology provider that cater to all” said Mr. Alvin Huang, Country Manager (Systems) for ASUS Singapore.
The Polytechnic Roadshows will commence from today, and students will have the opportunity to feel the products before making their purchase. Selected models will be available at the roadshows, namely the ZenBook UX303 and mainstream high performance laptop X550JK. Featuring razor-thin laptops, the ZenBook UX303 is a slim Ultrabook™ that comes with an onboard 8GB RAM, making this ultraportable a lightweight powerhouse which allows students to multitask seamlessly anywhere. Furthermore, the 3200 x 1800 QHD+ display is the notebook with a high resolution screen providing stunningly-crisp, vibrant and lifelike images. The Mainstream X550JK is a high performing laptop that does not compromise performance with price. Coming with 8GB RAM and 240GB SSD storage, the X550JK comes with a compelling price tag and specifications for a practical usage.
For more information on student or staff rates and promotions of the ZenBook UX303 and X550JK, please refer to http://www.asiapac.com.sg/asus_np/
Students and staff will have to present their student or staff matriculation card upon purchase to enjoy the promotions.
Polytechnic Roadshow Schedule
ASUS will be participating in the following roadshows at the respective polytechnics.
| Polytechnics | Roadshow Period |
| Ngee Ann Polytechnic | 4th – 10th March, 9am-8pm (excluding Sunday) |
| Republic Polytechnic | 17-20 March (9am to 4.30pm) |
| Singapore Polytechnic | 18th – 24th March, 9am – 6pm (excluding Sunday) |
| Temasek Polytechnic | 20th – 24th April, 9am-5pm |
| Nanyang Polytechnic | 20th – 24th April, 9am – 6pm, 25th April, 9am – 3pm |
Specifications
ZenBook UX303
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i7-4510U 2.0GHz |
| Operating System | Windows® 8.1 Home Basic (64 bit) |
| Graphics | NVIDIA® GeForce® GT840M with 2GB VRAM |
| Main Memory | 8 GB DDR3L |
| Display | 13.3”QHD+ (3200*1800) |
| Card Reader | SD |
| Storage | Hybrid HDD: 750GB SATA +248GB SSD |
| Interface | 1 x mini Display port3 x USB 3.0 port1 x HDMI 1.4 (1080p support)1 x audio jack combo1 x SD card reader |
| Connection | 802.11 ac Dual Band |
| Audio | Built-in B & O ICEpower® audio systemIntegrated microphone |
| Battery Pack | Li-Polymer 50WH |
| Dimension & Weight | 323mm x 223mm x 20mm1.45 Kg |
| Warranty | 3 Years International Warranty + 3 Years On-site Parts & Labour Warranty |
Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to
country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors.
X550JK
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i7-4510HQ 2.5GHz |
| Operating System | Windows® 8.1 Home Basic (64-bit) |
| Graphics | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 850M with 4GB VRAM |
| Main Memory | 8 GB DDR3L |
| Display | 15.6″ LED Back-litSlim Full HD 1920 x 1080 |
| Card Reader | SD |
| Storage | 240GB SATA 2.5” SSD |
| Interface | 2 x USB 3.0 port1 x HDMI port1 x USB 2.01 x VGA port1 x LAN |
| Connection | 802.11 ac Dual Band |
| Dimension & Weight | 380 x 251 x 248 ~ 317 mm2.4 Kg |
| Warranty | 3 Years International Warranty + 3 Years Local On-site Parts & Labour Warranty |
Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to
country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors.
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About ASUS
ASUS is a worldwide top-three consumer notebook vendor and maker of the world’s best-selling, most award-winning motherboards. A leading enterprise in the new digital era, ASUS designs and manufactures products that perfectly meet the needs of today’s digital home and office, with a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives, displays, desktop and all-in-one PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers, multimedia devices, wireless solutions, networking devices, tablets and smartphones. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won 4,256 awards in 2013 and is widely credited with revolutionising the PC industry with its Eee PC™. ASUS has more than 13,600 employees around the globe with a world-class R&D team of 4,500 engineers. Company revenue for 2013 was approximately US$14 billion.