Power consumption is getting a bigger and bigger issue globally, and people have started looking for gadgets and items that doesn’t consume more energy than necessary. Today MSI unveiled a new eco-friendly desktop PC, the Nettop CS120, that runs at full speed while consuming only 35W (in comparison, a typical computer will consume at least 300W). The machine features WiFi, slot-in DVD, Intel 1.6GHz Atom 230 processor, a 160GB hard drive and 1GB of RAM. The suggested retail price will be $319.99. More photos and info inside.

Full press release from MSI.

MSI Unveils the Eco-friendly Wind Desktop PC

City of Industry, CA – March 12, 2009 – MSI, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, is pleased to announce the release of the new desktop PC, Wind Nettop CS120, with WiFi, slot-in DVD rewriter and Energy Star® certificate. The Wind Nettop CS120 is equipped with the latest Intel® 1.6GHz Atom™ 230 processor, a 160GB SATA hard disk drive and 1GB of DDR2 SODIMM memory which is upgradable to 2 GB.

Energy-Saving and Ultra-Quiet

Wind Nettop’s CS120 is a space- and energy- saving portal for home and business users. Compared to the 300W power consumption of general desktop computers, the Wind Nettop series can run full operating speed at 35W, saving about 90% on electricity . Users no longer need to worry about overdraft electricity even when using the computer over a 24-hour period. MSI has broken the myth that desktop PC is equivalent to high power consumption with the Nettop CS120’s ENERGY STAR® qualifications.

WiFi and Slot-in DVD Rewriter

The compact size of MSI Wind Nettop CS120 features a stylish slot-in Super-Multi DVD burner, which is used for backing up data, installing software or playing movies. The MSI Wind Nettop CS120 is designed to be placed anywhere, including the living room. You can stay connected with the world by its integrated WLAN. Simply access to the Internet, email, and MSN everywhere you want!
7.1 Stereo H.D. Sound Provides the Excellent Sound Experience

Wind Nettop CS120 supports 7.1-channel High Definition output, allowing even the small space to have a big theater-like experience by showing clear treble and powerful bass. While enjoying music or film, Wind Nettop CS120 offers the amazing performance.