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For outstanding functionality at a truly affordable price, look no further than Toshiba's Satellite Pro series portable PCs. They are built to deliver impressive specs 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.The Satellite Pro series puts the latest performance, multimedia, storage and display technologies within reach. With a number of configurations to choose from, the Satellite Pro series lets you pick and choose which technologies are right for you. The Satellite Pro series offers an incredible multimedia experience. Featuring dazzling graphics, these impressive portables give you much more than you'd expect. For maximum value in multimedia portable computers, nothing else compares. ... Read more

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Futuristically styled in a sleek silver chassis, the Toshiba Satellite M35-S320 Notebook PC is a nifty amalgamation of the features most important to the majority of portable computer users. Powerful but not at the expense of added weight and sporting such amenities as integrated wireless connectivity and a widescreen display, this is a great unit for personal, leisure and midlevel business applications.

Measuring 14.1 by 10.6 by 1.4 inches and weighing just 6.2 pounds, the Satellite M35-S320 Notebook is rather wide but comfortably slim and quite portable. Toshiba has based the system on Intel's Centrino technology, whereby three interconnected elements -- an Intel Pentium M CPU (with 1 full MB of Level 2 cache), an Intel 855 chipset, and a cord-free network connection -- work together to keep your notebook lightweight, wirelessly connected, power efficient, and faster than its rated CPU speed might indicate. Driven by a quick 1.5 GHz Pentium M CPU, 512 MB RAM memory (expandable to 2 full GB) and a nVidia GeForce FX graphics controller with 32 MB of dedicated video memory, the unit is ready for most typical 2-D and 3-D tasks, though it may have trouble smoothly displaying the sophisticated 3-D imaging of today's most complex three-dimensional games and graphic design suites.

The system's large 60 GB hard disk offers enough storage space for all your regular data and a substantial library of multimedia files too, and its CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive allows you to listen to and burn audio CDs, archive data to durable digital media, and play DVD movies. DVD burning is not supported. Other welcome amenities include a generous 15.4-inch display in DVD-friendly widescreen 16:9 format, an 85-key keyboard with 12 hotkeys, a TouchPad pointing device with scroll function, and integrated harman/kardon stereo speakers.

With the Satellite M35-S320 Notebook, communication options are virtually limitless. In environments with wired connections, you can select from a 56K dial-up modem or high-speed 10/100 Ethernet LAN. When hardwiring is a problem, you can stay in touch via integrated IntelPRO/Wireless 2100 LAN. Other key components include three fast USB 2.0 ports for fast interaction with external plug and play devices such as scanners and digital cameras, an S-Video TV--out, and an infrared port for wireless communication with PDAs and the like. ... Read more

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Oh lord!!
Toshiba Satellite M35-S320 doesn't dissapoint me at all. Centrino really works, allowing me to keep on working for hours. The battery can last up to 3.5 hrs and it can work well despite the heat that is building up!! have fun watching movies and playing games!!! the only bad thing: the volume is too soft whille watching movie and a bit too big and heavy!!!

I'm glad I went big
It was time to upgrade and I thought I wanted one of those mini laptops, you know the ones so small they don't even have an optical drive. Well I found one, the sony vaio v505, that did. However I ended up going for the toshiba machine because I realized that I would be using it as much or more at a central site than on the road. I am in med school and travel to different cities for weeks at a time for rotations. I need the portability of a laptop, but like the convenience of something nice to look at, enter the widescreeen. In a word it is magnificent. The notebook itself is very thin and although you feel the weight in your bag, it is not cumbersome. The things I like best about this laptop are its screen, sleek look, but more importantly great processor speed and good battery life. The utility config free is great and makes it a snap to connect to the internet, truly config free. The wifi is great too, my first run-in with them so no basis for comparison. I am rarely somewhere that I don't have an outlet, funny how most hospitals need electricity, so I carry the power cord, I wish they made a more portable version, and my travel mouse, I hate touch pads. The sound from the built in speakers is good, they don't sound tinny and don't break up at louder volumes, but don't forget they are less than an inch in diameter.

I do have a list of nit picky negatives, it's just the way my mind works, and I am also very wary of a review that has no negatives. First it could be lighter, but you could say that about any laptop. Secondly, I wish there were more usb ports, it has 3 all on the right side. You can buy one of those port splitters, but again its a laptop and too much bulk gets you away from the reason you bought one in the first place. Next, the IR port is on the front, and while I haven't needed to use it for a printer it seems an odd place to put it. Probably on either side near the back would be better. Finally, it doesn't come with Office 2003, you can buy it for $149, but then the value for the system comes down a little bit.

Overall, this computer is a do-it-all all-star. If you want to play games it handles them with ease, if you want to watch movies the widescreen is unusually good at it, if you want to write a research paper and have the accompanying PP presentation on the effects of lispro on gestational diabetes you can do that too. It works on the road and as a desktop too. I am very happy with it and am glad I went big!

Awesome Desktop Replacement
When it was time to replace my old Gateway desktop, I began the task of researching brands and products. As another reviewer said, I was drawn to Toshiba by their low repair history. I had horrible experience with resolution of any issue using Gateway support (their advice was always uninstall everything and see if it works), and immediately knocked them off my list. My old IBM laptop is also extinct and parts are so expensive ($250 for a battery???) so they were off the list as well.

I am very happy with this computer. I have eliminated my desktop and gained a better display, larger hard drive and overall great product.

Great package, reliable brand
Got this laptop a week ago and I just love it. Being a computer nut, and a computer programmer, I had to pick a machine that would work well with my tasks. So far this one is handling the processor-intensive tasks I need very well. After realizing that I had been working on my old Pentium III 900MHz 512MB desktop for more than three years and still not feeling the urgent need to upgrade that one, I concluded that I'll probably use this laptop as a full replacement for my old warrior and not need to upgrade laptops in a long time.
The main factor when I decided for the Toshiba after comparing different brands was the reliability and reputation of this brand. Seriously, everytime I take some equipment (TVs VCRs, etc) for service at the retail store I notice the high number of HP and Sony Vaio laptops piling up the shelves. After Compaq merger with HP, and seeing their models similiarities, I'm now scared of Compaqs too. I took Dell out of the contest because of a personal bad experience with tech support and bad drivers I got in the past. All this, combined with the great price and package made it almos a no-brainer for me.
One thing that would make this one even better would be a multi-card-format reader instead of the SD-only reader. But I can live without that with my USB flash drive.

Excellent laptop and reasonable price
The laptop is just too good. Excellent audio and video and makes up a good cinemascope screen and good theater like environment for watching DVDs.
Connects to wi-fi network with ease.
Portability also good but some may not like the 15" WXGA screen which makes the laptop look lil big but then if you go for a lesser screen you clearly lose the clarity.
Keyboard is springy and not hard like other laptops but I would buy an additional set of mouse and keyboard.
I found the DVD drive to be too gentle and sometimes fear if that would come out if I use a bit of force.
Overall it is my dream machine and hope it would be the same for you too.
Happy Toshiba-ing ... Read more

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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

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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

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As a business-oriented notebook or one designed to replace a desktop, the Satellite Pro 4600 is quite appealing. It includes features like a 15-inch, active-matrix screen with 1,024 x 768 resolution and an 8x DVD-ROM drive. The processor is a 900 MHz Pentium III, and the notebook is equipped with 128 MB RAM and a 20 GB hard disk drive. Ethernet networking and a 56K modem are standard as well. The installed operating system is Windows 2000, an OS that offers the networking support and reliability that business users demand. ... Read more

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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

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Looking for a business-oriented notebook or one designed to replace a desktop? The Toshiba Satellite Pro offers a number of appealing features at a price that won't break the bank. Start with a 15-inch, active-matrix screen with 1,024 x 768 resolution. Add a CD-RW/DVD combo drive and a big 30 GB hard disk drive. And power it all with a 900 MHz Pentium III processor and 128 MB RAM. Ethernet networking and a 56K modem are standard as well. The installed operating system is Windows 2000, an OS that offers the networking support and reliability that business users demand. ... Read more

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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

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Toshiba's Satellite Pro M15-S405 Notebook is one of numerous new notebooks to take advantage of Centrino, and it might be just the ticket for anyone who appreciates an efficient mid-level notebook solution.

Sporting a 1.4 GHz Pentium M Centrino-based processor, 512 MB of Random Access Memory (expandable to 1024 MB) and a 32 MB nVIDIA GeForce4 420 Go graphics card, the Satellite Pro M15-S405 will comfortably handle any tasks apart from complex animation and 3-D graphics design or high-end 3-D games. Toshiba has included a large 40 GB hard drive on which to store your programs and files and a convenient DVD/CD-RW combo drive through which you can burn and play audio CDs, archive data and watch the latest Hollywood blockbusters on the system's impressive 15-inch TFT display (1024 by 768 maximum resolution).

Measuring 13.1 by 11.5 by 1.6 inches and tipping the scales at just 6.8 pounds, the Satellite Pro M15-S405 is a comfortable fit in any situation. Yet it's packed with goodies, including an 85-key keyboard with 12 function keys, an integrated Dual Point pointing device with scroll function, stereo speakers, and two memory slots. Connectivity options include a high-speed IEEE 1394 FireWire port for fast data transfer from devices such as digital camcorders, two low-seed USB 1.1 ports, a 10/100 Ethernet LAN connection, a built-in 56k modem and of course, integrated 802.11b wireless networking. Battery life is estimated to reach an impressive 5.8 hours under ideal conditions. ... Read more

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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

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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

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The Toshiba Satellite Pro has a list of components that mark it as a strong desktop-replacement contender: a 1 GHz Pentium III processor, 256 MB of RAM, capacious 30 GB drive, and a big 15-inch active-matrix LCD. And don't forget the CD-RW and DVD drives that make it an appealing entertainment system as well. The system has both a modem and network interface, but it won't win any portability awards with its 7.4-pound weight, nearly 2-inch thickness, and 2.5-hour rated battery life. The installed operating system is Windows 98, and the machine comes with Quicken Basic 2001 as well. ... Read more

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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.

Love it!
Had the 4600/1Ghz/256/30Gig/DVD/CDRW for about 3 months. Love everything about it. The monitor, keyboard, mouse, network card, modem, CDRW all work flawlesslly. Replaced W98 with Win2k Pro without a hitch. It's fast with a big, bright screen and all the features. Can't really complain about anything.

Toshiba laptops sucks
I bought a PIII-700 Satellite Pro 4300 about 14 months ago. It worked fine for a couple of weeks. However, it has been failing ever since. Once (last year) I returned it to an authorized dealer, and they told me the main board had a general failure, and they replaced it. However it has continued failing (the most annoying problem is that it sometimes resets itself). This is not the whole story. The hybernation mode doesn't work properly: if I close the display for it to hibernate or to be in stand-by, it won't restore. It also has problems with display lens: if I leave it on for a while, the display turns off, and when it turns on after moving the mouse, the display doesn't work well. I called Toshiba's hotline to see if they could replace it, but they refused. You may say I had bad luck....well, I've been finding out that I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE. So, I strongly suggest NOT TO BUY TOSHIBA LAPTOPS.

A superb desktop replacement - a little heavy for travel
Speeeed: It's fast, very fast. You won't encounter the usual slowness assiciated with laptops. Toshiba also doesn't clutter the startup with too much software so windows loads up in a snap.
Screen: Nice 15", sharp and clear. Works well with movies too which is a plus cos DVDs will run well
Mouse: Accupoint with 4 buttons (2 assignable - very useful), standard Toshiba fare - I would get an external in any case.
Keyboard: Taking the limitations when dealing with a laptop keyboard, Toshiba have done a good job. The keys are responsive
and well placed (bar the Windows key).
Sound: I was amazed by the qualilty of the sound, it's superb for a laptop though the max volume is not too high. Moviebuffs keep this in mind.
Style: Lovely cover, decent profile. It's not an IMac style beauty, but it's by no means ugly.
Overall: A very good buy, expensive though. ... Read more

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Not everyone needs a high-end, high cost notebook. A midlevel workhorse that offers solid but certainly not spectacular amenities and speed, the Toshiba Satellite A45-S121 Notebook PC delivers CD burning, DVD playing, reasonable 3-D performance, a very affordable price point and enough muscle for day-to-day personal and light business tasks. Power users should definitely look toward one of Toshiba's more upscale machines, but budget-minded shoppers may just find the economical Satellite A45-S121 more than meets their requirements.

Driven by a cost-effective 2.8 GHz Intel Celeron processor and a nominal 256 MB RAM, the Satellite A45-S121 isn't designed for complex multitasking or demanding state-of-the-art applications. However, it will easily handle general chores such as word processing, personal finances, electronic communications and Internet browsing. Surprisingly, Toshiba has equipped this comparatively inexpensive 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-S121 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, Toshiba has included a 40 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

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Well made and good performance, but with a few glitches.
Purchased the A45-S121 yesterday(Memorial Day Weekend) to check it out and compare to the CPQ 2199US, and here are my 2 cents.
Pro:
- Well built and different design from the rest.
- Intel 852/855GME chipset, this could ensure future support for next generation and other Operating Systems, unlike the ATI/VIA chipset on the 2199US which may be drop by CPQ/HP once they come out with a new line of notebooks. Example, Intel released a driver for the 852 on 3/04, while the ATI driver is dated 6/03 and can only be optained from Compaq since ATI won't support their IGP 320M.
- 4 x USB 2.0, this is the standard and every notebook should have at least 3 ports. USB 1.1 is more than 3 years old and notebook makers like CPQ/HP should keep up with the rest of the industry instead of pushing an outdated technology.
- Intel Celeron 2.8Ghz, 256MB RAM & 40GB 4200RPM HD, "diehard" fan of AMD may be suprise of this CPU with 128Kb cache and 240MB of system memory performs as well as the AMD XP-M. Boot up time and overall usage of the system is a little slower than the 2199US, but with 240MB left(16MB for Video) it does a good job even when playing games or opening several applications at once, probably will give credit to the Intel chipset here again.
- Battery seems to last around 3Hrs with normal usage like surfing and word processing.
- Video card has good performance, with only 16MB got an 1700 score with 3DMark01 @ 1024x768x32 almost the same as the ATI IGP on the 2199US.
- Most people claim that the support and service from Toshiba is far superior than HP/CPQ, can't account for that since I only had these systems for a few hours.
- Audio, volume control is on the right hand side and adjustable by hand, unlike the 2199US that is dificult to reach and works only under Windows. The built-in speakers are very good indeed and well located.
- The CPU fan is somehow more silent specially when controlled by the Toshiba Power Saving Modes.
- Haven't tested the rest of the peripherals like DVD/CDRW but they seem to be of standard quality.

Cons:
- Misleading specs, Toshiba claims to include an Intel Celeron M 2.8Ghz CPU when in fact this is a your average OEM desktop CPU, Integrated 32MB VRAM video card is another wrong specs about this system since the Intel 852GME is an IGP that uses/shared system memory and allocates 16MB when you have 256MB or 32MB when 512MB is installed, these settings can't be changed by the user.
- Heavy an bulky, another specs blunder by Toshiba on the A45 line, it's as thick as the 2199US on the front(1.6") but the back is almost 2.5" thick, also the sides are around 1/2" - 3/4" bigger than the 2199US. This notebook won't fit on your averge bag.
- The LCD is just too bright and controlled by the Toshiba Power Saving application, don't remove it from your startup config else you will have to adjust the brightness everytime you boot. To get a good contrast and viewing angle the screen has to be at least 125 degrees from the base of the unit, this is problem especially in small places like in a car or small desk or just sitting on your lap.
- No S-Video out, if you want to watch a DVD/Divx on your TV or simply make a presentation then you may have to buy an extra peripheral to do the job.
- Video support for OpenGL games only, I didn't see any settings for Direct3D only for OpenGL and the fact that Serious Sam played without a problem but Splinter Cell 2 fail to load may be a problem, also the lack of video memory could be an issue most games require at least 64MB of video RAM to work now days.
- Noisy HD, the access "clicking" noise from the HD is very loud at times, I also was getting a pulsating pixel on a right hand corner when accessing the HD, which dissapeared after a while.

Well this is my opinion and my overall reaction to the few hours of usage, in the end is you(or myself) that have to choose between this Toshiba, the HP/CPQ or any other low budget notebook out there.

Incredible Notebook!
I received this notebook as a present from my mother and it is also my first notebook, and let me tell you---this is a great buy. Compared to other notebooks on the market, this one is truly cost-efficient and works PERFECTLY! Not recommended if you like to play complicated games on the computer. But otherwise, buy it, you won't regret it! ... Read more

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If you're seeking a notebook to replace your current desktop system orfor entertainment applications, look no further than the Toshiba Satellite Pro.The system includes a DVD-ROM drive for playing movies on its 15-inch screen, aswell as a 20 GB hard disk drive for storing applications and multimedia files.Included is a 900 MHz Pentium III processor paired with 128 MB of RAM(expandable to 512 MB), along with a modem and networking support. The SatellitePro is attractively priced, though its weight of 7.4 pounds makes it an unlikelychoice for heavy travelers. The installed operating system is Windows 98, an OSthat, while less robust than Windows 2000, can be easier to use and moreforgiving if you plan to install a wide assortment of peripherals. Intuit'sQuicken Basic 2001 is included as well. ... Read more

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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.

Love it!
Had the 4600/1Ghz/256/30Gig/DVD/CDRW for about 3 months. Love everything about it. The monitor, keyboard, mouse, network card, modem, CDRW all work flawlesslly. Replaced W98 with Win2k Pro without a hitch. It's fast with a big, bright screen and all the features. Can't really complain about anything.

Toshiba laptops sucks
I bought a PIII-700 Satellite Pro 4300 about 14 months ago. It worked fine for a couple of weeks. However, it has been failing ever since. Once (last year) I returned it to an authorized dealer, and they told me the main board had a general failure, and they replaced it. However it has continued failing (the most annoying problem is that it sometimes resets itself). This is not the whole story. The hybernation mode doesn't work properly: if I close the display for it to hibernate or to be in stand-by, it won't restore. It also has problems with display lens: if I leave it on for a while, the display turns off, and when it turns on after moving the mouse, the display doesn't work well. I called Toshiba's hotline to see if they could replace it, but they refused. You may say I had bad luck....well, I've been finding out that I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE. So, I strongly suggest NOT TO BUY TOSHIBA LAPTOPS.

A superb desktop replacement - a little heavy for travel
Speeeed: It's fast, very fast. You won't encounter the usual slowness assiciated with laptops. Toshiba also doesn't clutter the startup with too much software so windows loads up in a snap.
Screen: Nice 15", sharp and clear. Works well with movies too which is a plus cos DVDs will run well
Mouse: Accupoint with 4 buttons (2 assignable - very useful), standard Toshiba fare - I would get an external in any case.
Keyboard: Taking the limitations when dealing with a laptop keyboard, Toshiba have done a good job. The keys are responsive
and well placed (bar the Windows key).
Sound: I was amazed by the qualilty of the sound, it's superb for a laptop though the max volume is not too high. Moviebuffs keep this in mind.
Style: Lovely cover, decent profile. It's not an IMac style beauty, but it's by no means ugly.
Overall: A very good buy, expensive though. ... Read more

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Packed with more high-end amenities than most stay-at-home PCs, Toshiba's new Satellite P25 series of "desktop replacement" notebooks is designed for discriminating individuals who won't accept anything less than the very highest level of performance. This model, the Satellite P25-S520, is just a step below the spectacular top-of-the-line Satellite P25-S670. For those who demand power and tend to use their notebook in a limited number of locations, it is an ideal solution.

At 16.4 by 11.5 by 1.8 inches and 9.9 pounds, the Satellite P25-S520 is considerably bulkier than today's newest ultra-lightweight notebooks. Yet it is also much more proficient. A true multimedia powerhouse, the system features such luxuries as a mammoth 17-inch widescreen 16:9 DVD-friendly display capable of dazzling 1440 by 900 resolutions. Toshiba has added a pair of high-quality harman/kardon stereo speakers and enclosed a versatile DVD multi-drive through which you can not only watch the latest Hollywood releases and burn audio and data CDs, but also record your own home movies to DVD media. An nVidia GeForce FX Go5200 graphics chipset with 64 MB dedicated video memory ensures solid 3-D support for the latest games and 3-D graphics applications.

If raw power is what you crave, the Satellite P25-S520 delivers with a scorching 3.0 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor (featuring Hyper-Threading Technology and an 800 MHz system bus for more efficient CPU usage) and a 512 MB alloent of DDR SDRAM memory (expandable to a whopping 2048 MB). Though the rated speed of the RAM memory is only average, there's so much of it that you can multitask to your heart's content.

Toshiba has geared the unit to keep you upgrade-free for some time. To ensure you have enough storage space for all your files and a full multimedia or music library, it includes a huge 80 GB hard disk. To keep you connected far into the future, it sports four high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play peripherals such as scanners or external drives, an IEEE 1394 FireWire port for fast interaction with devices such as digital camcorders, two infrared ports for cord-free interaction with peripherals such as wireless PDAs, and two Type II and Type III PC Card slots. Communication facilities include 802.11g wireless networking for those times when you can't plug in, high-speed 10/100 Ethernet LAN and an integrated 56K modem.

The bundled software package features Microsoft's Windows XP Home Edition operating system, Microsoft's Works productivity suite, and a variety of multimedia utilities. Battery life expectancy is not particularly strong at 2.0 hours from the standard Lithium Ion cell. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Packed with more high-end amenities than most stay-at-home PCs, Toshiba's new Satellite P25 series of "desktop replacement" notebooks is designed for discriminating individuals who won't accept anything less than the very highest level of performance. This model, the decidedly upscale Satellite P25-S670, is one of the most capable and exciting mobile computers ever manufactured and an ideal solution for those who tend to use their notebook in a limited number of locations.

At 16.4 by 11.5 by 1.8 inches and 9.9 pounds, the system is considerably bulkier than today's newest ultra-lightweight notebooks. Yet it is also much more proficient. A true multimedia powerhouse, the Satellite P25-S670 features such luxuries as a mammoth 17-inch widescreen 16:9 DVD-friendly display capable of dazzling 1440 by 900 resolutions. Toshiba has added a pair of high-quality harman/kardon stereo speakers and enclosed a versatile DVD multi-drive through which you can not only watch the latest Hollywood releases and burn audio and data CDs, but also record your own home movies to DVD media. An nVidia GeForce FX Go5200 graphics chipset with 64 MB dedicated video memory ensures solid 3-D support for the latest games and 3-D graphics applications.

If raw power is what you crave, the Satellite P25-S670 delivers with a top-of-the-line 3.2 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor (featuring Hyper-Threading Technology and a scorching 800 MHz system bus for more efficient CPU usage) and a 512 MB alloent of DDR SDRAM memory (expandable to a whopping 2048 MB). Though the rated speed of the RAM memory is only average, there's so much of it that you can multitask to your heart's content.

Toshiba has geared the Satellite P25-S670 to keep you upgrade-free for some time. To ensure you have enough storage space for all your files and a full multimedia or music library, the system includes a huge 80 GB hard disk. To keep you connected far into the future, it sports four high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play peripherals such as scanners or external drives, an IEEE 1394 FireWire port for fast interaction with devices such as digital camcorders, two infrared ports for cord-free interaction with peripherals such as wireless PDAs, and two Type II and Type III PC Card slots. Communication facilities include 802.11a/g wireless networking for those times when you can't plug in, high-speed 10/100 Ethernet LAN and an integrated 56K modem.

The bundled software package features Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, Microsoft's Works productivity suite, and a variety of multimedia utilities. Battery life expectancy is not particularly strong at 2.0 hours from the standard Lithium Ion cell.

More About Microsoft Windows XP Media Center

What sets this PC apart is that it is powered by Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004, which offers the features, reliability, and power of Windows XP Professional, plus advanced digital entertainment capabilities. The Media Center interface offers you more types of entertainment to enjoy: TV, Personal Video Recording (PVR), Movies, Music, Photos, Videos, Radio, and DVD. Use the remote control to enjoy from anywhere in your room.

TV & Movies 
Watch TV when and how you want, and never miss a moment of your favorite programs.Pause and rewind live TV. Record a TV episode, series, or category. Automaticallyrecord a personalized selection of TV programs using Keyword Record. Media Centerdownloads the latest program listings for you and even wakes up from power-savingstandby mode to record programs, so you can watch shows on your schedule.
 	 
	Photos & Video
	Easily edit your digital pictures and digital videos, and then launch a dynamic slideshow complete with animated transitions and your favorite soundtrack. While viewing a picture, zoom in to see more detail. You can rotate, correct red-eye, and print your pictures using the remote. Play slide-shows straight from digital storage devices.
 	 
Music & Radio 
All your music is stored in one digital jukebox and using the remote, shuffle your entire music collection according to artist or genre or listen to your tunes through playlists that learn what you like. Tune in FM stations and pause live radio. Full-screen visualizations pulse to the beat of the music. Cool on-screen effects show music information, such as track title, track time, and artist.

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