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June 10, 2009 |
MSI US Participates in WIRED Magazine’s Smart Home:
Green + Wired Showcase at the Museum of Science and Industry |
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Chicago museum partners with WIRED to display technologies that promote
green and efficient energy usage while growing homeowner awareness |
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CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA – June 10, 2009 –MSI, a worldwide leading manufacturer of computer components and systems, is excited to be participating in the Smart
Home: Green + Wired exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, IL.
The home is a fully-functioning, three-story modular and sustainable “green,” structure
designed to showcase the many ways people can make eco-friendly living a daily part
of their lives. WIRED has again partnered with the museum to advise on green technology,
and aid in the selection of innovative environmentally friendly products.
The home will feature two computers from MSI, the Wind Top AE1900 All-inOne PC and
X340 Ultra-Slim Notebook. The AE1900 offers green-minded users a PC that uses 80%
less power than a normal desktop computer. Similarly, the X340 notebook features
an Intel ULV (Ultra Low voltage) processor that use just 1/6 the power of a standard
mobile CPU.
“We chose products that showcase the engineering, design, and ecopreneurism that
challenge conventional wisdom and give us practical tools to live healthier and
more productive lives,” said Howard Mittman, Publisher of WIRED.,” said Howard Mittman,
Publisher of WIRED.
“MSI is pleased to be a part of the exhibit and among the growing list of companies
that are choosing to operate as green corporate citizens,” said MSI US Vice President
of Sales, Andy Tung. “We hope that the MSI Wind Top AE1900 and X340 help raise awareness
about the greenier alternatives available to consumers and are excited to be among
the industry leaders in energy efficiency.”
The Smart Home: Green + Wired exhibit offers guided tours of the 2,500-square-foot
home and grounds. Located in a park on the east side of the Museum, the home is
open through January 3, 2010. Entry is $23 for adults, $22 for seniors and $14 for
children 3-11. These prices include general museum admission. Tickets are available
at www.msichicago.org.
Please visit http://us.msi.com/WindTop for a user-friendly and dedicated webpage
designed specifically for the All-in-One PC and www.msimobile.com for the ultra-portable
X-Slim Notebooks.
For more information on Smart Home: Green + WIRED, please visit: www.msichicago.org |
About Micro Star International Co., Ltd.
Established in 1986 and headquartered in Taipei Taiwan, Micro Star International Co., Ltd. (MSI) strives to design and manufacture superior technology and innovative products, while offering outstanding customer service. The MSI portfolio includes Notebook Computers, Mainboards, Graphics Cards, Desktop Computers and Wireless Communication Products. MSI develops all its product lines with the goals of promoting and empowering the environmental protection movement. To learn more about MSI’s complete offering please visit
http://us.msi.com.
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About MSI
Based in City of Industry California, MSI Notebook manufactures and sells a wide array of mobile computing products that includes Gaming Notebooks, Ultra Portables, The Essential Series, The Professional Series and MSI’s award winning line of Wind Netbooks. Each product line is designed with the latest technology to meet a specific set of needs for the various classifications of mobile users. To learn more about MSI Notebook’s complete offering please visit http://www.msimobile.com. |
About WIRED
WIRED has been nominated for an unprecedented nine consecutive National Magazine
Awards for General Excellence, winning the industry's top prize in 2005, 2007 and
2009. WIRED magazine and Wired.com reach more than 12 million readers each month.
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About Museum of Science and Industry
The Museum of Science and Industry's mission is to inspire the inventive genius
in everyone by presenting captivating and compelling experiences that are real and
educational. Located at 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive, the Museum is open every
day of the year except December 25. Summer hours, through Sept. 7, are 9:30 a.m.
– 5:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Monday and 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. on Sunday. General
admission pricing is $13 for adults, $12 for seniors and $9 for children ages 3
to 11. City of Chicago residents receive a discount on general admission. The Museum
offers the following free days during the summer: June 1-5 and June 19. The Museum
is supported in part through the generosity of the people of Chicago through the
Chicago Park District. For more information, visit the Museum's Web site at www.msichicago.org
or call (773) 684-1414 or (800) GO-TO-MSI outside of the Chicago area.
Press Contact:
Tiffany Lin
Marketing Manager
TiffanyL@msicomputer.com
Tel: (626) 913-0828 ext.102
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