It was announced today that the Microsoft Zune HD portable media player is now officially available for preorder. Retailers such as Walmart, Best Buy, and Amazon are taking preorders on different Microsoft Zune HD versions like a black 16GB Zune HD or a silver 32GB model. These Zune HD players are retailing for $219 and $289 for the 16GB and 32GB models, respectively. These preorders will arrive on September 15.

Zune HD pre-orders