RM PLC
09 April 2008
9 April 2008
RM appointed exclusive UK education distributor for HP Mini-Note PC
RM has entered into an exclusive partnership with HP to supply the innovative
new HP 2133 Mini-Note PC to UK education establishments.
The HP Mini-Note is a full function ultra-portable mobile PC designed for
education. Weighing just 1.27kg and featuring an 8.9 inch, 1280x760 display,
wireless networking and a choice of operating systems including Microsoft
Windows XP, the HP Mini-Note is flexible enough for use in the classroom, at
home or on-the-go.
Commenting on the partnership, Tim Pearson, CEO of RM, said:
'Low-cost, high capability computing devices like the HP Mini-Note mean that
educational establishments can realistically aim for one computer per student.
HP's decision to work with RM as an exclusive partner for the product is a great
endorsement of our position as the UK's leading educational ICT innovator.'
David Wright, vice president and general manager, Personal Systems Group, HP UK
& Ireland, said:
'Small and ultra-portable, the Mini-Note PC was designed specifically to help
schools deliver on the promise of affordable 1-to-1 computing. Lighter than many
text books, the HP Mini-Note PC is easily transportable and includes a robust
suite of wireless, multimedia and security capabilities. We are delighted to
confirm our commitment to the education sector with this new mobile device.'
For further information, please contact:
Mike Greig/Phil Hemmings, RM plc 08450 700300
Raphael Mazet, Brunswick 020 7404 5959
Notes:
Founded in 1973, the RM Group is a leading provider of educational products and
services to schools, colleges and universities, local government and central
government education departments and agencies. RM works closely with
educationalists to create new products, processes and technology which improve
teaching and learning. RM is listed on the main market of the London Stock
Exchange under the symbol RM.L, ISIN GB0002870417.
Features of the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC include:
• A full-function mobile PC that allows pupils to participate in
mobile classroom lessons; thanks to Wireless technologies such as integrated
Wi-Fi Certified WLAN to access the Internet and communicate via email, IM, chat,
VOIP and blogging.
• Pupils can learn everywhere they go - from class to home and field
trips - thanks to durability features including: a scratch resistant display and
magnesium hinge bracket; HP DuraKeys, featuring a clear coating applied over the
notebook keyboard that protects the finish and the printed characters; HP 3D
DriveGuard which sends a signal to protect the hard drive against sudden
movement or shock.
• A large 8.9-inch 1280 x 760 WXGA display, 92% of full-size user-friendly full
keyboard (QWERTY), and touchpad.
• Two battery solutions - 3-cell for lightest-weight configurations with up to
two hours of battery life or 6-cell for up to four hours of battery life.
An HP Mini-Note with 2GB memory, 120GB internal hard disk, 802.11a/b/g wireless
networking, integrated 10/100/1000 Ethernet and two USB 2.0 ports will cost £389
(exc. VAT).
This information is provided by RNS
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