Amazon.com Product Description

Marginally larger than the Portege 3500 Tablet PC it replaces, Toshiba's Portege M200 Tablet PC is also more adaptable, more battery efficient and substantially more powerful. Blending the speed of a standard-size midrange notebook with the convenience of pen-based input and subcompact portability, the Portege M200 is a great fit for those who are handier with a pen than a keyboard and value a truly petite profile.

The unit is most at home when used to enter, store and share notes and concepts that might otherwise be entered in handwritten format. In fact, measuring just 11.6 by 9.8 by 1.3/1.5 (depending on configuration) and tipping the scales at a scant 4.5 pounds, the Portege M200 is just slightly more bulky than a conventional paper-based notepad. Users input data in one of two ways -- either by sketching directly on the swiveling, double-duty 12.1-inch poly-silicon SXGA+ TFT color LCD display screen (maximum resolution 1400x1050) or via the system's 84-key keyboard.

Though the Portege M200 is not as powerful as a comparably priced but substantially larger desktop replacement notebook, it is one of the fastest tablets currently on the market. Sporting an Intel "Centrino"-based processor (1 MB Level 2 cache) running at 1.5 GHz, a whopping 512 MB RAM memory and an nVidia GeForce FX Go5200 32M graphics processor with 32 MB of dedicated DDR video memory, the unit will easily handle most day-to-day mobile computing tasks and the vast majority of today's most popular 3-D apps too.

The Portege M200 features today's most desirable connectivity options, including an integrated 56K modem for low-speed e-communications, a 10 Base-T//100 Base-TX Ethernet connection for fast LAN and Internet access, and Wi-Fi compliant wireless LAN technology for those times when you can't plug in. The system also sports a surprisingly large 40 GB hard disk and facilities for an external CD and/or DVD drive, a pair of ultra-fast USB 2.0 ports for plug and play peripherals, an integrated TouchPad, 13 function keys, a speaker and microphone and full 16-bit stereo sound. Battery life is estimated at a whopping 4.34 hours. ... Read more

Reviews (7)

A breakthrough technology, sign of things to come.
This thing is amazing. Since I got it a month ago I no longer touch either of my desktops and I nearly stopped using paper (I mean, to write on!). Superb 1400x1050 resolution exceeds anything you find useable on a desktop monitor. The tablet mode is great, too, with high resolution, intuitive interface and a comfortable pen. I write equations a lot, which is basically impossible with just a keyboard and a mouse, so the tablet mode is very handy. Handwriting recognition is very good, not that it matters, since most people type faster than they write, anyway. Speach recognition is also built in, but I never bothered to train it properly, and it's useless without training. Microphone and (monoaural)speaker are good enough for Skype and MSN Messenger, but not for watching DVD movies. Which is a moot point since there is no built-in optical drive of any kind. Had to buy an external USB 2.0 DVD-RW. No Firewire port, either. Can't have everything. Not yet anyway. Battery life is good, about 4 hours in the long-life mode, enough for most domestic flights, if you hate the inflight movies. The wow factor is fun, too, no question, especially when I take handwritten notes on it.

I wish this tablet was thinner, as it's hard to write on a surface a full inch above the table level, so I either prop its far side with something, or simply keep it on my laps. It gets a bit hot at full power, but quite nice in the long-life mode. Built-in wireless networking is 802.11b, not .g, which is good enough for now.

As this technology matures (thinner, slide-out keyboard, more tablet-friendly apps etc.) it will likely displace both regular laptops and pure tablets, since the price difference is not that high.

Great
I love mine! it works great my only problem is that it has to have an external cd drive, otherwise it is amazing. As a student ai use it to take notes which i can later convert into text, to make nice, neat, and readable notes.

Perfect replacement for my standard laptop
I don't think any other Tablet PC on the market could have replaced my regular laptop. The Toshiba works the same as any other mid-sized laptop in all ways except for one that I can think of: the lack of an internal optical drive. This has not caused me any problems because I load all of my applications from a server, but I imagine it would be a problem for other people.

I won't comment on the tablet responsiveness or the good points about the operating system -- in these respects I believe it is as good as other machines. I will focus on what I think makes this model stand out in particular.

I believe Toshiba addressed all of the issues that existed in the earlier generation Portege 3500 series tablets. For example, there no longer exists a bezel on the monitor (it seems on the older models the bezel would get in the way of writing closer to the corners of the screen). Another example is a hardware button that allows you to change the screen orientation simply based on the direction you hold the machine (!!) -- it used to be a bit more tedious to rotate the screen. A third item is the screen resolution: 1400 x 1050 -- this makes for some small letters, but when using a tablet my tendency is to hold the screen closer than when I use it like a laptop, so the extra desktop real estate comes in very handy.

Additionally, I like the fact that the screen orientation will automatically change when you switch from tablet mode to clamshell laptop mode (and vice versa). This makes it very easy to switch from writing on it like a piece of paper to typing into a document and going back to writing again. I've found that particularly useful because often one method of input is better than the other.

The other things I like about this machine are that it is my first Toshiba laptop (I have used 6) that has not caused me any hibernation or standby difficulties. The system can very quickly go into hibernation or standby, it seems to very minimally drain the battery in either mode, and can quickly be brought back up from hibernation. It will come back up even more quickly from standby. This has made this computer very easy to transport from one meeting to another, and realistically be able to replace my paper-based notebook.

Finally, what I have really come to like about this tablet is the amount of use I can get without AC power. The actual battery life has been probably around 3 to 3.5 hours. In practice, what I have done is to take the machine out of my briefcase in the morning, use it for taking notes in meetings, move it around from meeting to meeting and around the office, put it in standby whenever I am not using it or in between meetings or during phone calls, and it can last as long as 6 hours or more (since it is not always on).

The combination of all of these great features have enabled me to essentially dispense with paper, with the exceptions of documents or papers other give to me. The machine has changed the way in which I work on a daily basis.

broke down the week I got it
Toshiba is the worst! The computer broke down the first week I got it, and all Toshiba assistance could do in FOUR months from them is to tell me to bring it to THREE different places to get it repaired!!!

From the guy who wrote the book on Tablet PCs
I wrote "Absolute Beginner's Guide to Tablet PCs". I reviewed lots of different Tablet PCs, and this is the one I use. It has the highest-resolution screen, good disk space, zippy performance, and lots of extra features.

If you want the fastest Tablet PC with lots of screen real estate and portability, the M200 is the one for you. I had a Toshiba Portege 3500 before this one, and the M200 is definitely a step up.

I have purchased ten Toshiba Tablet PCs for my company, and none of them have broken. The M200 is a more stable machine than the Portege 3500,though.

Great job, Toshiba! ... Read more

Product Description

The Satellite A10 is a perfect mobile solution offering the ideal balance between performance and affordability. At a very light weigh, and packaged with capacious HDD and fast Intel processor, this addition to the Satellite family is a powerful and stylish computing system. Sporting a metallic blue casing and featuring a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive with a brilliant TFT active matrix display make this notebook computer the perfect system for everything from word processing to watching DVDs, or even playing video games. ... Read more

Product Description

The Libretto 110CT, Toshiba's sophisticated mini-notebook, is the lightest fully featured notebook available. Designed for the mobile executive, the Libretto 110CT fits easily into a briefcase or purse for instant remote access to vital information. The Libretto 110CT is the definitive solution for those who appreciate extraordinary freedom in a powerful, highly mobile package.The new Libretto 110CT uses a fast processor that delivers full notebook-level performance, with the speed and muscle needed to run all your business and multimedia applications. The Libretto 110CT ships with lots of RAM, which can be upgraded to still a greater quantity. Its capacious hard drive is double the size of the preceding Libretto model, giving you more than adequate storage for all your files and applications. The 110CT has a large color screen that will seem massive compared to a PDA. Toshiba color screens have long been recognized for their brightness and clarity. Isn't that what you want from the computer that you will always have with you? ... Read more

Features

• 3.5 inch external disk drive
• 32 MB standard memory
• 4.3 GB Ultra DMA hard drive
• Intel Pentium processor with MMX technology
• Panoramic 7.1 inch diagonal TFT active matrix color display

Amazon.com Product Description

Whether you're seeking a reasonably priced notebook for business orentertainment, or as a replacement for a desktop system at home, the ToshibaSatellite 1805-S254 is worth looking into. Some of its base features include a 1GHz Pentium III processor, a DVD-ROM drive, 256 MB of RAM (expandable to 512MB), and a 20 GB hard disk. Also housed in its 7.3-pound, 1.8-inch-high case area 56K modem, a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet NIC, and a 14.1-inch, active-matrix displaywith 1,024 x 768 resolution. The system comes with Windows XP, Microsoft'snewest operating system, and the Lotus SmartSuite productivity suite pre-installed.

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Reviews (39)

I HATE IT! I HATE IT! I HATE IT!
When my parents bought me the satellite for my 17th birthday i was so excited since it was my first personal notebook. Now i am 19 and have suffered the last two years with this peice of junk. I don't even know where to start...first it randomly shuts down for no apparent reason. It constantly locks up when using the internet, my screen freaks out randomly at least a couple times a year to the point where it literally wont show an image, the speakers suck, it's slow as hell and i can't even remember everything else that is wrong with it.
On top of all of this Toshiba itself sucks in the customer service department. My father is now on their "beware of customer" list because he continually calls when the damn thing breaks down and ends up getting people who don't speak english and don't understand anything he is trying to explain. I promise you he and I are both fully capable of explaining a problem. Toshiba's solution has been multiple times to send the computer in for fixing - which i have done at least four times over the last two years.
- One example of Toshiba's poor service: I sent the computer in to fix a dimming screen and on their service sheet, i boldy stated NO to refragmenting becuase of all the saved work i had on it. Well they refragmented it, lost all my work over the last year, and on top of it as my luck would turn the back up CD i had didnt work. Though the CD part was my mistake, i was devestated considering Toshiba shouldn't have lost the work in the first place.
The other reason i hate this thing is that being a college freshmen i have to rely entirely on my computer. SO low and behold this thing decides not to show images on my screen two weeks before my final exams. I was forced to box it up and send it to a repair shop ASAP, in which the computer wasn't returned to me for over a week.
Thanks to Toshiba, i am forever turned off of Toshiba computers. i will never in my ENTIRE LIFE purchase a product from their company and i suggest to those reading this that they do the same. On top of it i am worried that Toshiba has completely turned me away from PCs which i have so dilegently used the last few years...looks like Apple has a new customer. THANK YOU TOSHIBA!

A piece of junk
I kick myself every time I try to use this worthless piece of frustration. I hate it. It shuts down all the time. The sound card doesn't work. Half the time, when it boots up, the screen is black. Keep rebooting, and eventually, it will display and image. I hate it. I hate Toshiba products. I will never ever buy another one. And, of course, all this started immediately after it was out of warranty.

Manufactured with known defect
It seems that toshiba manufactured these machines with a known defect in which the CPU needs to be throttled back in order to keep the laptop from shutting down due to over heating. The cause of this issue is that Toshiba used a desktop CPU (Intel Pentium III) instead of a mobile CPU in these laptops. Toshiba's solution to the problem is a BIOS update which effectively throttles back the clock speed of the CPU and causes some issues with DVD playback. This defect is also present in the satellite 5505 series laptops.

BIOS is NOT the problem
Hey all- I have been following the class-action suit against Toshiba RE: random shut-offs and wanted to correct something that another reviewer asserted. In the "one bad apple..." review, the reviewer asserts that the BIOS fixes offered by Toshiba will correct this problem. This is a truth wrapped in falsehood. The BIOS fix WILL prevent this problem from occuring, but it is because it prevents your computer from running at its advertised speed. To say this is a solution is insane. All it suggests is that you should have bought a cheaper, slower computer to begin with. Do NOT confuse the BIOS fix as a real fix. Do not buy this computer. Also, do not buy a Satellite 5005-series or 1900-series. Same deal. Viva le lawsuit!

Just a note...
I am one of many with the famous Toshiba laptop overheat-and-shut-down problems. I just wanted to point out- since someone dismissed this problem as being easily correctible- it is NOT. updating BIOS was a clever trick by Toshiba to deflect the problem- not fix it. The BIOS fix merely SLOWS your computer down so that the processer produces less heat. However, it means that the user wasted a lot of money on a fast chip they cannot use. do not buy this computer (or the 1900 series) and expect to run it at the speed you were promised. Hell it may not run at all. Mine shuts down when i load some acrobat files, use Word, burn Cds, etc. i'm furious! right now, as I type, I have TWO ice packs on this piece of plastic and yet it has already shut-off twice in the last hour. I'm not kidding. this is not a whiny-- why isn't my computer perfect?-- complaint. I cannot use many Cd-roms, I cannot watch dvds AT ALL (meaning $ wasted on that drive), I cannot watch streaming video. I cannot even write a term paper without expecting a shut-off or two. No joke. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

As a second computer or a replacement for a desktop system, the ToshibaSatellite Pro Notebook performs admirably. With a 15-inch, 1,024 x 768active-matrix display, a combo CD-RW/DVD drive, and an 850 MHz Pentium IIIprocessor, it has everything you need to enjoy multimedia. It also includes 128MB of RAM, a 20 GB hard disk drive, and both a modem and Ethernet networking.The installed operating system is Windows 98, an OS that, while less robust thanWindows 2000, can be easier to use and more forgiving if you plan to install awide assortment of peripherals. ... Read more

Reviews (2)

Terrible Tech Support
Toshiba may make good products, but their support is the worst i have ever come across. They have lost my laptop for over a month now and do not care a lick about it. They're tech support team is in Turkey and they dont care a thing about anybody. They kept hanging up on me and refused to help me saying it will take some time. When i called back- no one knew anything and had zero updates. DO NOT BUY TOSHIBA PRODUCTS! Get a Gateway or Dell instead...two companies that actually care about their customers.

AWESOME bargin!
this is an excellent buy. great value for money. you get a fast processer and good memory with lots of disk space. and a dvd player. if you're dont use your notebook for heavy applications then this is your baby! i totally love it. it's light and reliable. ... Read more

Product Description

With so many features, the Satellite 2400 Series meets any user's mobile computing needs. Equipped with up to 15-inch diagonal TFT displays, Secure Digital (SD) slot and built-in DVD-ROM/CD-RW multi-function drive, owners can comfortably and conveniently view DVD movies or files from a variety of storage devices. In fact, the system can play CD/MP3 files even when turned off. Hassle-free upgrade to wireless connectivity along with integrated 10/100 Ethernet and a V.90 modem provide an easy-to-use mobile PC that instantly connects to the Internet. ... Read more

Product Description

Toshiba's lightweight Tecra 8200 incorporates Intel's mobile processor offering corporate customers breakthrough performance in a mobile platform. Providing blazing speed that until today has been unprecedented in a notebook, the Toshiba Tecra 8200 delivers outstanding performance to meet the demands of today's mobile professional. Additionally, featuring integrated Wi-Fi technology, Toshiba's wireless notebook enables users to have instant high-speed access to an Ethernet network without the hassle of cords or cabling. The Tecra 8200 Series of portable computers is ideal for medium-to-large sized businesses requiring stable, scaleable solutions that allow them to support multiple configurations throughout the enterprise with a consistent software image and compatible accessories.The design of the Tecra 8200 gives customers the freedom to incorporate the latest technological advancements into their enterprise without having to spend time or money re-qualifying systems. The award-winning Tecra series of notebooks has delivered business customers stable platforms, common components and long product life cycles while lowering total cost of ownership. ... Read more

Amazon.com

The Satellite 1805-S203 does not represent the leading edge of Toshiba's notebook technology, but it does offer a nice set of basic components at a very attractive price. An 800-MHz Celeron processor is paired with 128 MB of RAM; storage includes a 15 GB hard disk drive and a DVD-ROM drive. The system's midrange-sized screen measures 13.3 inches diagonally and supports 1,024 x 768 resolution. A 56K modem is included as well. One area where the Satellite is less than ideal is portability: at 7 pounds, almost 2 inches thick, and with a rated 2-hour battery life, it's not easy to carry around for long. The Satellite comes with Microsoft Windows Me, plus Lotus SmartSuite Millennium Edition and Quicken Basic 2001. ... Read more

Reviews (39)

I HATE IT! I HATE IT! I HATE IT!
When my parents bought me the satellite for my 17th birthday i was so excited since it was my first personal notebook. Now i am 19 and have suffered the last two years with this peice of junk. I don't even know where to start...first it randomly shuts down for no apparent reason. It constantly locks up when using the internet, my screen freaks out randomly at least a couple times a year to the point where it literally wont show an image, the speakers suck, it's slow as hell and i can't even remember everything else that is wrong with it.
On top of all of this Toshiba itself sucks in the customer service department. My father is now on their "beware of customer" list because he continually calls when the damn thing breaks down and ends up getting people who don't speak english and don't understand anything he is trying to explain. I promise you he and I are both fully capable of explaining a problem. Toshiba's solution has been multiple times to send the computer in for fixing - which i have done at least four times over the last two years.
- One example of Toshiba's poor service: I sent the computer in to fix a dimming screen and on their service sheet, i boldy stated NO to refragmenting becuase of all the saved work i had on it. Well they refragmented it, lost all my work over the last year, and on top of it as my luck would turn the back up CD i had didnt work. Though the CD part was my mistake, i was devestated considering Toshiba shouldn't have lost the work in the first place.
The other reason i hate this thing is that being a college freshmen i have to rely entirely on my computer. SO low and behold this thing decides not to show images on my screen two weeks before my final exams. I was forced to box it up and send it to a repair shop ASAP, in which the computer wasn't returned to me for over a week.
Thanks to Toshiba, i am forever turned off of Toshiba computers. i will never in my ENTIRE LIFE purchase a product from their company and i suggest to those reading this that they do the same. On top of it i am worried that Toshiba has completely turned me away from PCs which i have so dilegently used the last few years...looks like Apple has a new customer. THANK YOU TOSHIBA!

A piece of junk
I kick myself every time I try to use this worthless piece of frustration. I hate it. It shuts down all the time. The sound card doesn't work. Half the time, when it boots up, the screen is black. Keep rebooting, and eventually, it will display and image. I hate it. I hate Toshiba products. I will never ever buy another one. And, of course, all this started immediately after it was out of warranty.

Manufactured with known defect
It seems that toshiba manufactured these machines with a known defect in which the CPU needs to be throttled back in order to keep the laptop from shutting down due to over heating. The cause of this issue is that Toshiba used a desktop CPU (Intel Pentium III) instead of a mobile CPU in these laptops. Toshiba's solution to the problem is a BIOS update which effectively throttles back the clock speed of the CPU and causes some issues with DVD playback. This defect is also present in the satellite 5505 series laptops.

BIOS is NOT the problem
Hey all- I have been following the class-action suit against Toshiba RE: random shut-offs and wanted to correct something that another reviewer asserted. In the "one bad apple..." review, the reviewer asserts that the BIOS fixes offered by Toshiba will correct this problem. This is a truth wrapped in falsehood. The BIOS fix WILL prevent this problem from occuring, but it is because it prevents your computer from running at its advertised speed. To say this is a solution is insane. All it suggests is that you should have bought a cheaper, slower computer to begin with. Do NOT confuse the BIOS fix as a real fix. Do not buy this computer. Also, do not buy a Satellite 5005-series or 1900-series. Same deal. Viva le lawsuit!

Just a note...
I am one of many with the famous Toshiba laptop overheat-and-shut-down problems. I just wanted to point out- since someone dismissed this problem as being easily correctible- it is NOT. updating BIOS was a clever trick by Toshiba to deflect the problem- not fix it. The BIOS fix merely SLOWS your computer down so that the processer produces less heat. However, it means that the user wasted a lot of money on a fast chip they cannot use. do not buy this computer (or the 1900 series) and expect to run it at the speed you were promised. Hell it may not run at all. Mine shuts down when i load some acrobat files, use Word, burn Cds, etc. i'm furious! right now, as I type, I have TWO ice packs on this piece of plastic and yet it has already shut-off twice in the last hour. I'm not kidding. this is not a whiny-- why isn't my computer perfect?-- complaint. I cannot use many Cd-roms, I cannot watch dvds AT ALL (meaning $ wasted on that drive), I cannot watch streaming video. I cannot even write a term paper without expecting a shut-off or two. No joke. ... Read more

Reviews (8)

Toshiba refuses to replace defective products
Bought the M205 in January 2004. Took it in for repair a couple weeks later because microphone (too close to speaker) was causing feedback through the speaker (ear-piercing shriek). Toshiba authorized service rep. was unable to repair it (after ordering and installing a back-ordered part from Toshiba, about 4 weeks of effort on my part). Now Toshiba says a "Toshiba Engineer" must have a crack at it. Getting this thing repaired could become a part-time job. Perhaps if you're fortunate enough to purchase an M205 that does not have this problem you'll be happy, but if you ever have a problem, be prepared for a real struggle.....

Best Tablet Yet
first of all, don't pay attention to either of the negative write ups here... the first guy (with the short write up) doesn't even own this product; the second guy (the angry one) isn't even writing about the *correct* product. and if he is, he very curiously got his hands on an M200 about a year before it was released.
without a doubt, this machine is outstanding. fast as hell, very responsive, wonderful screen (quite bright!), great upgradeability, etc. but that's just as far as the laptop functionality goes. as far as being a tablet pc, the M200 stands head and shoulders above every other tablet on the market. not only is it speedy, but it stays cool (even when the fan kicks in, you can barely hear it). the screen is the brightest and most readable i've seen on any tablet, and the viewing angle is greatly improved over the 1st gen. tablets. i've had both the acer c102ti and the c110ti, and the toshiba is the best i've owned yet. it's not just the main features either --- it's loaded with great small features that make a huge difference. for one, the screen 'texture' is tacky in comparison to other, slicker tablet screens, making it emulate a pen-on-paper feel much better than other tablets. the build quality is also far superior to my acer, and even to the 3500 series. the hinge is much sturdier, and the latch (just like on the 3500) is quite solid as well. battery life is between 4 and 4.5 hours, and the wifi works great (it is the standard intel 2100 chipset, but you can switch it out for a 802.11g card later if you like). the only complaint i've had so far is that it was pretty expensive (i paid $2300 for it), but you certainly get what you pay for with this one. i have absolutely no regrets, and could not recommend this machine more if you are serious about having a top of the line laptop AND the best tablet yet.

What else does all this?
This convertible Tablet PC has met every expectation that I had: long battery life, good sized keyboard, fast performance. I was worried that the screen might be too small because of the high native resolution (SXGA+), but I can read the screen just fine, and the text barely blurs when you change to XGA resolution. The tablet has accelerometers that allow you to issue commands via shaking the device, so far I haven't found this to be very useful.

Pros:
- good sized keyboard (no shrinked keys, like right shift)
- hi res screen (hand writing looks more like a real pen)
- includes Microsoft OneNote
- fast change between screen resolutions
- not too heavy to use as a tablet
- good performance
- battery life ~4 hours
- you can get a 7200 rpm hard drive if you customize at Toshiba.com

Cons
- Touch pad isn't as fluid as others
- off angle viewing is horrible
- no firewire port
- screen appears a little grainy because of the protective coating
- short key stroke feels a little unsatisfying

Despite the cons, I still have to give this device five stars because there is no other convertible that has this tablet's combination of build quality, software, battery life, performance, screen, and weight.

A note on Toshiba Customer Service: I had to contact them a couple of times because my SD card slot wasn't working properly, and I had no problems. I received the same type of customer service that I've experienced with other big name companies like Sony.

I love mine
This Tablet PC is actually a laptop computer with added functionality of digital ink, which is a very helpful tool in different tasks that I have. Screen is very bright and I can see from different angles, also good software were included free or well may be I paid for all that. Hand written recognition capabilities are among the best I have experienced and enjoyed in this industry after a while. lots of other good features.

Very good Tablet PC, Best Convertible
Best screen, performance, design, graphics and sound possible in a Tablet PC.
Lots of good features, connectivity and software, OneNote is the best, it does everything. ... Read more

Manufacturer Product Description

The Basics:
An awesome roster of portable computers designed for those who won't accept anything less than the finest mobile performance, Toshiba's P25 series of Satellite notebooks will handle virtually any duty you might normally reserve for high-end desktop PCs. As powerful "desktop replacement" notebooks, they are somewhat bulkier and less battery efficient than today's new breed of ultra-lightweight notebooks. However, true power users will find the extra size a small price to pay for amenities such as high-end Pentium 4 processing, solid 3D graphic capabilities and massive 17-inch widescreen displays. This model, the Satellite P25-S526 Notebook PC, features all of the above plus DVD recording and a spacious 80 GB hard disk.

Processor:
At the heart of any computer lies the CPU (or processor), a massive collection of miniature transistors that governs the speed and power of the entire unit. Some of today's notebooks are equipped with high-end CPU's on par with those found in top-of-the-line desktop PCs, while others are quick enough only for basic duties such as word processing, email and the like. The Satellite P25-S526 lies firmly in the latter category, equipped with a blazing 3.2 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor with Hyper-Threading. Hyper-Threading, a new Intel technology, allows a single CPU system (which most are) to behave at times as a dual CPU system, thus adding substantially more speed to some high-end tasks. Running at 3.2 GHz, this particular processor would be one of the fastest in any notebook, but it is nothing less than spectacular with its Hyper-Threading support.

Memory:
Computers typically store information on their hard drive, but they keep frequently and recently accessed data in Random Access Memory (RAM) for faster retrieval. More RAM means more efficient computing, superior multitasking and less strain on your hard drive. The Satellite P25-S526 incorporates 512 MB of RAM, more than enough for most situations. Ultra-demanding users may want to expand their RAM, and with the Satellite P25-S526 they can, to a boggling maximum of 2048 MB.

Video:
CPU's are usually so busy doing basic calculations that they need help translating visual output to the viewing screen. This is the duty of the graphics card (or graphics controller). This system's graphics controller is an nVidia GeForce FX Go5200 with 64 MB of dedicated video RAM. While a graphics card with 128 MB or more of video RAM is considered ideal for a completely smooth frame rate in state-of-the-art 3D games and 3D animation apps, this card is nevertheless comparatively powerful and more than enough for all but the most demanding gamers and 3D artisans.

Display:
You'll love the way your DVD movies and 3D games look on the system's roomy 17-inch TFT WXGA display. Substantially larger than most notebook viewing screens, this display is especially notable for its widescreen format, the same panoramic configuration favored by movie-makers and some high-end game producers. And with a maximum resolution of 1440 by 900, you can expect super-sharp images no matter what application you're using.

Hard Disk:
The Satellite P25-S526 features a massive 80 GB of hard disk space. This amount of data storage is a welcome perk indeed for those who want to operate a broad range of applications and also keep a large library of space-gobbling music and/or multimedia files.

Optical Drive:
An optical drive is essential in today's computing environment. A "CD-ROM" drive allows you to install CD-based applications and play music CDs. A "CD-RW" drive adds CD "burning", so you can also backup your important files to long-lasting discs and create personalized music CDs. With a DVD-ROM drive you can watch DVD movies. And with a DVD-RW drive, you can "write" home movies to durable discs and archive files to DVD (DVDs boast more than seven times the storage capacity of a CD). Some drives allow you to do a combination of all of these tasks. This system features a DVD-Super-Multi drive that supports all of the above in each of today's most common CD and DVD formats.

Audio:
The system features an integrated audio processor that mimics the spatial awareness of surround sound, and two harman-kardon speakers for powerful mobile stereo output.

Keyboard and Controls:
You'll control your notebook via an 85-key keyboard with 12 function keys, dedicated Windows keys support, and a TouchPad pointing device with scroll. CD controls include Play/Pause, Stop/Eject, Previous, and Skip/Next.

Connectivity and Expansion:
The Satellite P25-S526 offers a wide variety of ways to keep in touch, including a 56K modem for low-speed dial-up Internet and email access, an RJ-45 Ethernet port for high-speed wired network and Internet, and integrated wireless LAN for cordless e-communication at home, at the office or on the road via a local public hotspot. Other key amenities include four high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play devices such as external drives and digital cameras, an infrared port for interacting with wireless peripherals, an IEEE 1394 FireWire port (commonly used for quick data uploads from digital camcorders), and a digital (S-Video) TV-out port.

Operating System and Software:
Toshiba has fitted the system with today's most widely accepted operating system, Microsoft's Windows XP Home Edition.

Dimensions and Weight:
Notebook computers are manufactured in a wide variety of sizes and weights. Many of today's most powerful notebooks are also the largest, weighing ten or twelve lbs or more and therefore too big and cumbersome for extensive, continuous traveling. These are often referred to as "desktop replacements". On the other extreme are "thin and lights" or "ultra-portables", super-miniaturized units that typically aren't as powerful as their larger brethren but weigh as little as two lbs and will often fit comfortably inside a large purse. The Satellite P25-S526 is definitely larger than average, yet more compact than many other "desktop replacements" at 16.4 by 11.5 by 1.8 inches and 9.9 lbs.

Power:
The system is equipped with a 12-cell Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery that delivers 1.5 hours between charges. This is not particularly efficient when compared with less capable ultra-portables using Intel's Centrino technology and Pentium M processor, but is in keeping with standard desktop replacement battery longevity. ... Read more

Reviews (1)

Terrible Tech Support
Toshiba may make good products, but their support is the worst i have ever come across. They have lost my laptop for over a month now and do not care a lick about it. They're tech support team is in Turkey and they dont care a thing about anybody. They kept hanging up on me and refused to help me saying it will take some time. When i called back- no one knew anything and had zero updates. DO NOT BUY TOSHIBA PRODUCTS! Get a Gateway or Dell instead...two companies that actually care about their customers. ... Read more

Product Description

Available in thousands of unique configurations, the Tecra continues to be the IT manager's dream, providing hardware and software stability and flexibility, unlike any of its competitors. The Tecra 9100 series notebook is the perfect companion for the enterprise customer looking for a stable, scalable mobile PC platform. Powered by the mobile Intel Pentium 4 processor, the sleek Tecra 9100 is the best portable solution for executives on the move. IT departments praise the innovative design that offers a stable platform and enhanced productivity features. Business users enjoy the freedom of wireless connectivity supporting both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Developed to appeal to those who value extreme portability over incredible speed, Toshiba's new Portégé R100 Notebook PC tips the scales at an astonishingly lightweight 2.3 pounds and measures just 11.3 by 9 by .7 inches. Though it doesn't pack enough punch for true power users, the Portégé R100 is perfect for situations where a typical notebook is simply too big or bulky.

Driving the Portégé R100 is a 900 MHz Intel Pentium M processor, 256 MB of PC2100 DDR SDRAM memory, and a Trident XP4m32 LP graphics chipset with 32 MB video memory. Though Toshiba asserts the unit will outperform comparably configured systems with a higher clock speed by integrating processor, system chipset, and wireless LAN into a complete mobile solution, serious gamers and anyone into high-end processor-intensive applications should look elsewhere. Nevertheless, typical notebook users should find the unit quite satisfactory for the majority of standard mobile tasks.

The Portégé R100 offers several alternatives for data storage and transfer. Inside the main case you'll find an adequate 30 GB hard drive. This, in fact, is the only distinction between this and Toshiba's other Portégé R100, also available at eBay. Residing externally to the main case and connected via a PC card slot is a DVD-ROM drive for playing CDs and DVDs, installing programs, and the like. It is important to note that CD and DVD writing is not supported in this stock configuration. Furthermore, the system's size will increase accordingly whenever this drive is attached.

Surprisingly, the Portégé R100's display screen is only slightly smaller and no less capable than that of a standard notebook, at 12 inches and 1024x768 resolution. Other key amenities include an 84-key keyboard with 12 function keys and HotKey function and dual high-speed USB 2.0 ports for external peripherals. Connectivity options are ample, including an RJ-45 LAN port, an RJ-11 modem port, state-of-the-art Wi-Fi compliant wireless LAN, and Bluetooth support. Battery life is estimated at 2 hours with its primary cell and a startling 6.8 hours with a high capacity battery. ... Read more

Reviews (1)

Terrible Tech Support
Toshiba may make good products, but their support is the worst i have ever come across. They have lost my laptop for over a month now and do not care a lick about it. They're tech support team is in Turkey and they dont care a thing about anybody. They kept hanging up on me and refused to help me saying it will take some time. When i called back- no one knew anything and had zero updates. DO NOT BUY TOSHIBA PRODUCTS! Get a Gateway or Dell instead...two companies that actually care about their customers. ... Read more

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The Toshiba Satellite A45-S1501 is an entry level notebook that will appeal to small businesses on a budget who crave mobility. The A45-S1501 resides in the middle of Toshiba's Satellite business A45 lineup, and it features a Windows XP Professional, 2.4 GHz Pentium 4 processor, 60 GB hard drive, 512 MB installed RAM, a 54g wireless LAN, 15-inch TFT display, and a DVD player/CD writer combo drive. Stepping up to the next level with the A45-S2501 adds an even faster Pentium 4 processor and a DVD writer.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: Though not world-beating in size, the 60 GB enhanced-IDE hard drive (4200 RPM) offers more than enough storage capacity for road warriors.
• Processor: The 2.4 GHz Mobile Intel Pentium 4 processor offers enough speed for your work today, but it is in the middle level of processor speeds. Thanks to its Mobile features, the processor can save power when its not needed, thus conserving battery life. It also has a 512 KB L2 cache and a 533 MHz FSB (front-side bus).
• Memory: The A45-S1501 comes with a 512 MB built-in memory (2 x 256 MB DDR SDRAM, 266 MHz)--a good start for power users--with a maximum memory expansion up to 1 GB (2 x 512 MB).It has two slots that can be expanded to 2 GB (2048 MB).
• CD/DVD Drive: It comes equipped with a combo DVD/CD-RW drive, which enables you to play DVD-ROM discs and DVD movies as well as burn data and record music to CD discs. The CD writer has the following speeds: 24x write/10x rewrite/24x read.
• Keyboard & Mouse: The A45-S1501 has an 85-key keyboard with 12 function keys and a two-button touchpad.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The A45-S1501 offers a decent amount of connectivity options--including 54g wireless:

• 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 parallel port for connecting older printers and scanners
• 1 RGB monitor port
• 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type II)
• 1 TV-out (S-Video)
• 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack

Preloaded System and Software
The A45-S1501 comes with the Windows XP Professional operating system (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features), and it also features Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). Other preloaded software includes Norton Antivirus 2003 (with 90 days of complimentary live updates), Quicken New User Edition 2004, and ArcSoft ShowBiz DVD 1.3.

Dimensions and Weight
Definitely not the smallest on the block, the A45-S1501 notebook measures 13.2 x 11.7 x 1.9 inches (L x W x H) and weighs a comfortable 7.7 pounds.

Power
The included rechargeable lithium-ion battery has 12 cells (which refers to the number of charge-storing components within the battery) and offers a standard amount of power for a notebook PC (around 2.9 hours of typical use).

What's in the Box
This package includes the Toshiba Satellite A45-S1501 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. ... Read more

Product Description

For notebook buyers who prioritize quality and value-for-money, Toshiba Satellite notebooks are the answer. Designed for reliability as the best value on the market, the Satellite models use robust, proven technology to provide low cost solutions whether for individuals or for large companies. For outstanding functionality at a truly affordable price, look no further than Toshiba's new Satellite series portable PCs. These portable PCs are built to deliver impressive specification together with exceptional value-for-money: an unbeatable price/performance combination that ensures the world's most advanced mobile technology is accessible to every portable computer user. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

If your pocketbook says economy but your heart says power, why not consider the all-new Toshiba A45-S151 Notebook PC? At little more than the cost of a bargain-basement unit, the Toshiba A45-S151 delivers plenty of speed, ample storage space and wireless communication. Multimedia fans and true power users should investigate one of Toshiba's many upscale models, but budget-minded shoppers won't find a much better bang for the buck than this, one of Toshiba's newest midlevel notebooks.

Driven by a snappy 2.8 GHz Intel Celeron processor and a solid 512 MB RAM memory, the Satellite A45-S151 offers enough raw power for the vast majority of personal, leisure and business tasks, and easy multitasking too. Toshiba has also equipped the system with a 32 MB Intel 852GME graphics controller. Though not ideal for high-end 3-D games, this chipset will allow you to efficiently play older and less demanding games and perform some 3-D graphics work. This level of 3-D capability is uncommon in this price range.

Measuring 13.2 by 11.7 by 1.9 inches and weighing in at 7.7 pounds, the Satellite A45-S151 is of average size -- less bulky than a "desktop replacement" unit but nearly double the weight of some of today's lightweight tablets and ultra-compact notebooks. Inside, you'll find a large 60 GB hard disk, a full-size 85-key keyboard with 12 hotkeys, a midsize 15-inch XGA TFT active-matrix display capable of 1024 by 768 resolution, and a convenient DVD/CD-RW drive through which you can burn and listen to audio CDs, archive files, and enjoy the latest Hollywood blockbusters. If you wish to burn DVDs, you'll either need to upgrade or utilize an external DVD writer.

As to be expected in this price range, connectivity options are only fair. The system features a traditional 56K modem port for dial-up communication and an RJ-45 LAN port for high-speed networking, but does not include wireless facilities or an IEEE 1394 FireWire port (normally used for fast downloads from digital camcorders). Furthermore, Toshiba has fitted the unit with four traditional USB ports rather than the new USB 2.0 standard, thus limiting data streaming speed from external devices such as digital cameras and the like.

The bundled software package features Microsoft's Windows XP Home Edition operating system, Microsoft's Works productivity suite, and Intuit's Quicken New User Edition 2004 financial center. In ideal conditions, battery life is estimated at an impressive 2.9 hours. ... Read more

Reviews (6)

Great laptop and great value
This is my second Toshiba laptop and I'm very happy with the purchase. My first one is over 4 years old and still has no problems, but I decided it was time to upgrade and purchased this laptop and it's lived up to my expectations. Performance is fast and the big screen is great, I haven't used a desktop in years and do all my work for internet development on this laptop. The wireless connection is excellent and the keyboard is comfortable. I've seen other friends' laptops go bad or the touchpad/mouse function go awry, but not my Toshiba. There's some easy software that comes with it to write to CDs, and I played a DVD on it and the picture was sharp. It is heavy, but as a desktop substitute, I don't mind it.

What a perferct product!
The product is very good!I am very like it!Do you think so?

Toshiba A45 S151 Big Beauty
This is our first fully funtional laptop. Previous units have always sacrificed power, flexibility, and or speed for size/portability. Can be used as a desktop replacement, BUT is HUGE for daily transportation. Do NOT suggest for someone who must be joined at hip to computer at all times. Given this reality - this unit is GREAT!!
Does everything required of it; and does it EXTREMELY well.
Keyboard is about the most substantial I've seen on a notebook; layout of ports is mostly excellent -only complaint is re. use of USB 1 instead of newer 2.0. All in all a GREAT BIG TREAT to use.

Great performance, medium transportability
I pretty much agree with the other reviews. The computer is awesome, Toshiba keeps showing it is the leader. Esthetically way superior than Dell, great reliability and with an straighforward installation process. BUT... I would only note that in my opinion the computer is not for everyday trips school-home. It is kind of heavy and actually I found that most backpack-style computer cases do not fit this computer without being really pushed to their capacity limits (or even beyond them). Suggestion: compare carefully the dimensions of this computer and of any backpack or case you may be considering.

It is basically a Great desktop replacement.

Like it.
Nice keyboard. The touchpad works well. No glitches so far that couldnt' be fixed. Phone support is a bit sketchy but you shouldn't need it very often.

The programmable touchpad works well. Each of the 4 corners of the pad can be programmed to launch commands or programs when pressed, while the sides of the touchpad can be configured as scroll regions. The keyboard is sized well for big hands and has very good tactile feeback.

Amazon's review has a couple of significant errors. First, this PC uses a Pentium 4M CPU, not a Celeron as Amazon states. Second, the PC comes with 4 USB 2.0 ports - Amazon's review implies the ports are not 2.0. ... Read more

Amazon Product Description

The Basics:
An awesome roster of portable computers designed for those who won't accept anything less than the finest mobile performance, Toshiba's Satellite P25 series of notebooks will handle virtually any duty you might normally reserve for a high-end desktop PC. As powerful "desktop replacements", they are somewhat bulkier and less battery efficient than today's new breed of ultra-lightweight notebooks. However, true power users will find the extra size a small price to pay for such a stunning list of amenities. This model, the Satellite P25-S676 Notebook PC, features such perks as a 17-inch widescreen display, DVD recording, state-of-the-art 3D graphic handling abilities, and a spacious 80 GB hard disk.

Processor:
At the heart of any computer lies the CPU (or processor), a massive collection of miniature transistors that governs the speed and power of the entire unit. Some of today's notebooks are equipped with high-end CPU's on par with those found in top-of-the-line desktop PCs, while others are quick enough only for basic duties such as word processing, email and the like. The Satellite P25-S676 lies firmly in the former category, equipped with a blazing 3.4 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor with Hyper-Threading. Hyper-Threading, a new Intel technology, allows a single CPU system (which most are) to behave at times as a dual CPU system, thus adding substantially more speed to some high-end applications. Running at 3.4 GHz, this particular processor would be one of the fastest in any notebook, but is nothing less than spectacular with its integrated Hyper-Threading.

Memory:
Computers typically store information on their hard drive, but they keep frequently and recently accessed data in Random Access Memory (RAM) for faster retrieval. More RAM means more efficient computing, superior multitasking and less strain on your hard drive. The Satellite P25-S676 incorporates 512 MB of RAM, more than enough for most situations. Ultra-demanding users have the option of expanding their RAM to a boggling maximum of 2048 MB.

Video:
CPU's are usually so busy doing basic calculations that they need help translating visual output to the viewing screen. This is the duty of the graphics card (or graphics controller). This system's graphics controller is an nVidia GeForce FX Go5700 with a whopping 128 MB of dedicated video RAM. This is simply one of the fastest graphics controllers in today's notebook world, delivering top-notch images and super-smooth frame rates to virtually any 2D or 3D application, including today's most demanding 3D games.

Display:
You'll love the way your DVD movies and 3D games look on the system's roomy 17-inch TFT WXGA display. Substantially larger than most notebook viewing screens, this display is especially notable for its widescreen format, the same panoramic configuration favored by movie-makers and some high-end game producers. And with a maximum resolution of 1440 by 900, you can expect super-sharp images no matter what you're doing.

Hard Disk:
The Satellite P25-S676 features a massive 80 GB of hard disk space. This quantity of data storage is a welcome perk indeed for those who want to operate a broad range of applications and also keep a large library of space-gobbling music and/or multimedia files.

Optical Drive:
An optical drive is essential in today's computing environment. A "CD-ROM" drive allows you to install CD-based applications and play music CDs. A "CD-RW" drive adds CD "burning", so you can also backup your important files to long-lasting discs and create personalized music CDs. With a DVD-ROM drive you can watch DVD movies. And with a DVD-RW drive, you can "write" home movies to durable discs and archive files to DVD (DVDs boast more than seven times the storage capacity of a CD). Some drives allow you to do a combination of all of these tasks. This system features a DVD-Super-Multi drive that supports all of the above in each of today's most common CD and DVD formats.

Audio:
The system features an integrated audio processor that mimics the spatial awareness of surround sound, and two harman-kardon speakers for powerful mobile stereo output.

Keyboard and Controls:
You'll control your notebook via an 85-key keyboard with 12 function keys, dedicated Windows keys support, and a TouchPad pointing device with scroll. CD controls include Play/Pause, Stop/Eject, Previous, and Skip/Next.

Connectivity and Expansion:
The Satellite P25-S676 offers a wide variety of ways to keep in touch, including a 56K modem for low-speed dial-up Internet and email access, an RJ-45 Ethernet port for high-speed wired network and Internet, and integrated wireless LAN for cordless e-communication at home, at the office or on the road via a local public hotspot. Other key amenities include four high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play devices such as external drives and digital cameras, an infrared port for interacting with wireless peripherals, an IEEE 1394 FireWire port (commonly used for quick data uploads from digital camcorders), two digital (S-Video) TV-out ports, and a digital audio out (SPDIF) connection.

Operating System and Software:
Toshiba has fitted the system with one of today's most advanced operating systems, Microsoft's Windows XP Media Center Edition.

Dimensions and Weight:
Notebook computers are manufactured in a wide variety of sizes and weights. Many of today's most powerful notebooks are also the largest, weighing ten or twelve lbs or more and therefore too big and cumbersome for extensive, continuous traveling. These are often referred to as "desktop replacements". On the other extreme are "thin and lights" or "ultra-portables", super-miniaturized units that typically aren't as powerful as their larger brethren but weigh as little as two lbs and will often fit comfortably inside a large purse. The Satellite P25-S676 is definitely larger than average, yet more compact than many other "desktop replacements" at 16.4 by 11.5 by 1.8 inches and 9.9 lbs.

Power:
The unit is equipped with a 12-cell Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery that delivers 1.5 hours between charges. This is not particularly efficient when compared with less powerful ultra-portables using Intel's Centrino technology and Pentium M processor, but is in keeping with standard desktop replacement battery longevity. ... Read more

Product Description

Offering outstanding quality combined with high performance and attractive prices, Toshiba's Satellite series notebooks are ideal when impressive design, multimedia performance, unlimited mobility and uncompromising reliability are needed, anywhere, anytime. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Equally impressive when used as a business or entertainment notebook,the Satellite 1800-S254 is a reasonably priced system that comes loaded withuseful features. Consider, for example, its 1 GHz Pentium III processor, DVD-ROMdrive, 256 MB of RAM (expandable to 512 MB), and 20 GB hard disk. Also housed inits 7-pound, 1.8-inch-high case are a 56K modem, a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet NIC, anda 14.1-inch, active-matrix display with 1,024 x 768 resolution. The system comes with the business-oriented version of Microsoft's newest operating system, Windows XP Professional, pre-installed.

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Reviews (8)

Good hardware for the money
This is a nice computer however rating this thing is like comparing a head of lettuce. There is little difference between it or something from HP or Dell. I bought it by price and am pleased. The display is crystal clear, the processor, memory and disk drive are adequate but not great - you have to pay more money for more storage or speed. For word processing, web browsing and occassional office tasks this thing is more than adequate as equipped.

Bad Buy
This computer is a very bad buy, it has a number of problems. The Monitor has a weak light that turns off while in use. The mouse is defective, the sensitivity is off, it can get really sensitive to very dull, also it clicks without you using the button this gets really annoing while writing. Its processor is a celeron, means ... in german, it might be a gigahertz processor but the computer doesn't use the full power.

Great Value
This is my second Toshiba... the first being a Tecra, which I still use, but which was just too slow and old to do any graphics work. I LOVE THIS MACHINE....XP is fine, my older software installed without a problem. the sound is wonderful, the screen is crisp and clear. Complaints? It's a little heavy and a little big. Since I mainly use it as a desktop replacement, and move it around in the house, it's not an issue. If I were doing a lot of traveling with it I'd want something lighter. There is an online manual, but it's not very detailed. Customer service is helpful, though. it would be nice to have a manual for the XP operating system, and I'd love to figure out how to get rid of all the pop-up messages. Invasive. The only other issue is that the cursor sometimes jumps around....and I can't figure out why. But all in all, I'm really pleased with it. I haven't seen anything else on the market with as much to offer at this price.

Good buy, but...
This laptop is pretty nice! Definately at the time I made this purchase, the best buy at this price. At these specs, most other brands would cost at least a couple hundred more. It has a built in NIC card and modem, which is great for easy access to the Web. DVD player is nice as well, with TV out. It's pretty much a portable DVD player, assumming you have the cables. It falls short in a couple of areas. No CDRW drive. And video card isn't the greatest. If you're looking for a laptop that can display resolutions higher than 1024 X 768, or want 3D performance, check out a model with the GeForce2Go built in. Otherwise good budget model.

how can I buy?
OK. how can I buy a notebook, if i live in Estonia? ... Read more