Easy-toGreen FactIT: Laptop computers are more resource efficient than desktops. A typical laptop with an LCD monitor consumes less than half the amount taken by an equivalent desktop/monitor pair – about 570 kWh per year. A business with 50 computers could have saved more than $10,000 per year by switching from free-running desktops to power-managed laptops.
One very easy way to reduce power consumption (and save desk space) is to move your users to notebooks. Notebooks prices have fallen dramatically during the last few years. Most are similar in power to desktop computers and, of course, have the advatage of being able to go with employees. We have a few special “Green” choices from Toshiba that are perfect desktop replacements. Plus, for anyone who purchase before September 15th, you can take and extra 10% Easy-to-GreenIT Discount. RevITup GreenIT TechRec of the Month: PortÔgÔ M750-S7211 – $1279 – Toshiba Tablet PC
The Toshiba Portege M750 is for those who want regular notebook power and design plus a tablet screen. It fits equally well in vertical markets such as medical, insurance, law firmson the college or work campus.
Intel® CoreTM2 Duo processor T6570 (2.1GHz/2MB) / 2GB / 160GB (5400 RPM) / 12.1″ WXGA with digital pen support / Mobile Intel® GMA 4500MHD (Integrated) / 10/100/1000 Ethernet / Intel® 802.11agn / Genuine Windows Vista® Business with Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition recovery media / 3 year warranty
*Upgrading your staff or department from desktops or older notebooks? We’ll help you eCycle your old hardware. Even better, don’t forget to give back with GreenBack™ and recycle back to a local nonprofit. Signup on our website. If you are a nonprofit, now is a great time to post your wish list so we can get the “tech match” process started.
Toshiba Dynadock U Universal USB Docking Station with VGA and DVI Video Ports – only $119
Need multiple monitors with your docking station? No problem. The Dynadock supports two additional monitors. You heard right.
USB docking station – LAN EN, Fast EN –
There’s no need to plug in multiple cables every time you return to your desk. Virtually any brand of windows-based computers with a USB 2.0 port is compatible with this versatile docking station. Enjoy true multimedia experience with the built-in digital card connecting high quality 7.1 surround sound through the S/PDIF port. Plus, it adds six USB 2.0 ports – two are “sleep and charge” capable, Ethernet LAN and 3.5mm audio for headphones and microphones. Undocking is even easier now with undock button. Get one for your home and office for simple expandability and connectivity.
Complete the ensemble with Acer “Green” Monitors and reduce power consumption by 36%!
Monitors that don’t consume a whole lot of energy are starting to become more and more popular as the public becomes more energy conscientious. The two new monitors include the Acer V193WBbmd and Acer V223WBbmd, both of which reduce power consumption by 36%. Both have VGA and DVI connectors.
Acer V193WB bmd – $149
LCD display – TFT – 19″ – widescreen – 1440 x 900 / 75 Hz – 300 cd/m2 – 2000:1 (dynamic) – 5 ms – 0.284 mm – VGA – speakers – black
Acer V223WBbm – $185
LCD display – TFT – 22″ – widescreen – 1680 x 1050 / 60 Hz – 300 cd/m2 – 2500:1 (dynamic) – 5 ms – 0.282 mm – DVI-D, VGA – black
1 x DVI-D – 24 pin digital DVI
Remember: Its Easy Being Green