ASUS is now taking pre-orders (via Amazon) for their new limited edition ASUS U6 Bamboo Notebook. Yup that’s right – this notebook features artisan-grade Moso bamboo on the top panel cover and on the palm rest. Specs on the limited edition system (model U6V-B1) include the following:

• Intel Core 2 Duo Processor Model T9400 – running at 2.53 GHz
• 320GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD
• NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GS graphics with 256 MB RAM
• 12.1 inch WXGA LED backlight wide panel for lower power consumption
• Fingerprint reader
• Bluetooth
• eSATA port
• HDMI port
• 0.3 megapixel webcam
• ASUS SmartLogon support grants access via facial scans
• Measures 15.2 x 9.6 x 1.2 inches

The ASUS U6V-B1 bamboo notebook is available for preorder now at Amazon.com for $1999.00.

[Check it out via ASUS]

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