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Toshiba Satellite P205-S6297 17" Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500, 2 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, SuperMulti DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
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Binding: Personal Computers
Brand: Toshiba
EAN: 0032017831100
Item Dimensions: 113015702000142
Label: Toshiba
Manufacturer: Toshiba
Model: P205-S6297
MPN: PSPB0U-00Y008
Publisher: Toshiba
Studio: Toshiba
Features:- Bright 17-inch LCD stylishly accented with an onyx blue metallic LCD cover
- 1.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5500 processor, 250 GB hard drive, 2 GB RAM (max), dual-layer DVD/CD burner with Labelflash printing
- Intel 4965 AGN wireless LAN connects to draft 802.11n routers (as well as 802.11a/b/g); Intel GMA 950 video card
- Connectivity: 4 USB, 1 FireWire, 1 VGA, 1 S-Video, 1 headphone, 1 microphone, 1 ExpressCard 34/54
- Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (with Media Center capabilities)
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Editorial Review:
Stylishly accented with an onyx blue metallic LCD cover, the Toshiba Satellite P205-S6287 notebook PC is a great blend of multitasking productivity, multimedia prowess, and efficiently powered portability. It features Intel's 4965 AGN wireless LAN, which will connect to draft 802.11n routers and offers compatibility with 802.11a/b/g networks as well. The giant 17-inch WXGA+-resolution LCD (1440 x 900) is perfect for viewing multiple application screens or watching widescreen movies on DVD. It's also great for using as a media center, with Toshiba's unique Express Media Player enabling you to bypass the system and access CDs and DVDs with a touch of button. The dual-layer/multi-format DVD drive also burns CDs, and can print labels directly onto discs with the integrated Labelflash functionality.
This notebook is powered by the 1.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5500 processor (with a quicker 667 MHz front-side bus), which offers a 20 percent performance boost over its predecessor while using 28 percent less power--so you get the benefit of a powerful dual-core PC plus all the benefits of mobility. It provides an optimized, multithreaded architecture for improved multitasking performance. It features an extra-large 250 GB hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM (max capacity), Intel GMA 950 graphics processor with up to 256 MB of shared video memory, an ExpressCard slot, and a 5-in-1 memory card reader. And the integrated WebCam (with built-in microphone) enables easy video conferencing via VoIP and video IM chats.
It comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, which includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you'll be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures.
The Basics
- Processor: The Intel Core 2 Duo T5500 processor has a 1.66 GHz processor speed, super-fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and large 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
The Intel Core 2 Duo processor has two computational execution cores in a single processor, providing greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. Some of the advanced Intel innovations of the Core 2 Duo processor include: - Smart Memory Access: Improves system performance by hiding memory latency, thus optimizing the use of available computer data bandwidth to provide data to the processor when and where it is needed.
- Advanced Digital Media Boost: Effectively doubles the execution speed for instructions used widely in multimedia and graphics applications.
- Dynamic Power Coordination: Coordinates Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and idle power-management state (C-states) transitions independently per core to help save power.
- Deeper Sleep with Dynamic Cache Sizing: Saves power by flushing cache data to system memory during periods of inactivity to lower CPU voltage.
- Hard Drive: The 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) is removable, enabling you to easily switch to a secondary drive when you need it. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.
- Memory: The 2 GB of built-in memory (PC5300, DDR2 SDRAM, 2 x 1024 MB) offers a top-of-class 667 MHz speed. It can be expanded to a generous 4 GB, which will enable you to handle video editing, graphics-intensive presentations, and multiple open business productivity applications more efficiently--as well as smoothly play immersive 3-D games.
- DVD/CD Drive: The dual-layer Labelflash DVD drive is compatible with a wide range of formats, including both DVD+RW and DVD-RW discs, CD-RW discs, and dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can hold up to 8.5 GB of data--great for backing up your MP3 collection or your most important documents. It features the following speeds: 4x DVD+R DL, 4x DVD-R DL, 8x for both single-layer DVD+R/-R, 8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW, 5x DVD-RAM, and 24x/16x for CD-R/RW. It reads DVD-ROM discs at 8x and CD-ROMs at 24x.
With the Labelflash functionality, you can burn high-resolution, high-contrast pictures on the label side of DVD discs using the same laser used for data recording. Enjoy transparency and high-quality not found in traditional printable media. All you need is a Labelflash DVD disc to start labeling without a printer.
- Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 104-key keyboard (with 10-key) and electro-static two-button touchpad. It also offers a launch button for the Express CD/DVD media player and control buttons (play, stop, next, previous) as well as a volume control dial.
Screen, Video & Audio
This notebook has a WXGA+ 17-inch TFT display with a resolution of 1440 x 900 pixels (native 720p for high-definition viewing). It also provides TruBrite technology, which makes images brighter and more vivid thanks to its anti-glare feature. Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, which uses Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) and provides up to 256 MB of shared video memory. It also features an integrated audio card with headphone and microphone jacks.
Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
Be ready for the next platform in wireless connectivity with the integrated Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965 AGN LAN chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and Wi-Fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments).
This notebook also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (replacing the PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. Here's the full list of connectivity options: - 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
- 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
- 1 VGA monitor port
- 1 S-Video out
- 1 ExpressCard 54/34
- 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack
- 5-in-1 memory card reader that's compatible with Secure Digital (including SDIO), MMC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card memory cards
It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.92) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Fast Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).
Operating System
Windows Vista Home Premium is the operating system for users with advanced computer needs, and it includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center for watching DVD movies and accessing your digital audio library. You can also use Windows Media Center to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV) and to access new kinds of online entertainment content. Computers that include Windows Vista Home Premium and an auxiliary Windows SideShow display will also allow you to access key data even when your computer is off. It is also easier than ever to share files between other PCs in your household and to manage your laptop computer settings to more securely connect via Wi-Fi.
Every edition of Windows Vista provides the essential tools and technologies to help protect you whether you are browsing the Internet, connecting to a wireless network, or just reading e-mail. All editions of Windows Vista include new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures long before you have lost any important personal data. And, all Windows Vista editions include parental control features that allow you to manage and monitor your family's use of games, the Internet, instant messaging, and other activities.
Preloaded Software
Toshiba software includes Disc Creator, Recovery Disc Creator, and Speech System. Third-party software titles include Microsoft Works 8.5, InterVideo WinDVD 8 SD, Google Desktop and Toolbar, McAfee Internet Security Suite (with 30-day trial), and Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Edition (60-day trial).
Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 15.7 x 11.3 x 1.83 (WxDxH) and weighs 7.2 pounds.
Power
It's powered by a 4000 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of between 1.5 and 2 hours (depending on usage). It has a 4.5-hour full charging time.
What's in the Box
This package contains the P205-S6297 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty.
Toshiba P205-S6297 Satellite Notebook PC
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500 1.66GHz; 2048MB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM Memory; 250GB Serial ATA hard disk drive; DVDSuperMulti (+/-R double layer) with Labelflash drive supporting 11 formats; 17.0 diagonal widescreen TruBrite TFT LCD Display; Genuine Windows VistaHome Premium (32-bit version).
The Satellite P205s diagonal TruBrite WXGA+ widescreen notebook demonstrates a level of reliability and robustness to keep up with the fast changing conditions of your life featuring Intel Centrino Duo Mobile Technology for optimal performance. This newly designed Oynx Blue Metallic notebook is easy to use with the quick launch buttons for CD, DVD and Internet control. Use the WebCam, DVD SuperMulti drive and Labelflash printing technology for your entertainment or for creating your own with friends and family. Large storage capacity hard drives and memory for faster transfer rates can handle your large fi les of data, favorite programs, digital images and MP3 music files. Built-in Wi-Fi 802.11a/g/n wireless for the latest network connections keep you outand moving. 4 USB ports, and i.LINK port drives awide range of mobile PC peripheral capabilities. Toshiba recommends Windows Vista Home Premium.
Features:
* The DVD SuperMulti drive reads andwrites in up to 11 formats on the Satellite P205 thats ready for your CDs and DVDs.
* 2048MB RAMis a full range notebook with features and functionality packed and priced to go thats great for students and everyday use.
* The wide keyboard makes room for a 10-keypad for easy data entry and awide TouchPad to match.
* Windows Vista Home Premium will help you use your notebook more effectively as well as enable you to enjoy new, exciting digital entertainment experiencesall with the benefi t of added security and reliability.
Specifications:
Intel Centrino Duo Mobile Technologyfeaturing:
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500
1.66GHz, 2MB L2, 667MHz FSB with 64-bit
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Great desktop replacement!
I bought this computer to replace the eMachines desktop that I had. I had only bought the eMachines desktop last October, so only had it for a short time. Thought that I just wanted to clean up my desk by swapping a huge box for a portable laptop. Turns out that the processor on the laptop is better than what I had with the desktop. Better "Windows Experience Index" than the desktop. Love the camera, fingerprint reader. The only thing downfall for this laptop are the built-in speakers. They ... Read More
Rating: - Great replacement for my old slow notebook
Use this in my wireless 802.11n home network. I had to update my router to take advantage of Toshiba's faster built-in wireless LAN and it was well worth it. Not only do I have a faster notebook but my desktop computer is faster as well. The Toshiba notebook has a big, bright and clear screen, a larger keyboard with an actual numeric keypad and Vista Home Premium OS, which I've had no problems with. Also I love the fingerprint reader because now I don't have to hassle with entering user id's and passwords! ... Read More
Rating:  - Wish I could give it a negative star rating
Toshiba Satellite models come at an attractive price, but that's about all I can say in their favor. My Satellite laptop has had 4 trips to the repair depot, the first one only one week after I bought it. That repair took almost a month, and failures have included 3 mother boards. Thankfully I bought the extended warranty. I called their customer relations dept. today to inquire about my options with an obvious lemon and was told they would only repair it again. The customer service rep. refused to let me speak ... Read More
Rating:  - getting worse than previous Satellite products
Toshiba is, in general, a good machine, and that is the reason why I bought two notebooks again from this brand. Nevertheless, I am disappointed with some poor technical decisions that were made on these new Satellite series.
Do the designers of these new Satellite series realize that maybe people who buy them will be sometimes using the notebooks at conference auditoriums where silence is required?, or at night in airplanes and other places where it would be nice not to wake up everybody around when you start ... Read More
Rating: - Vista Sucks
Nice Computer, only exception was the USB & Other plugs ALL on Sides, this was an issue for my desk space. I was unable to find work around for Vista operating system with my existing software, $600-$800 to update software! Power Supply died after 10 hrs. Amazon was GREAT ! Very Helpful, I recieved a full refund including shipping after the return.
Solution; I found a refurbished Toshiba with XP.
Vista is NOT Backward Compatible !!!! Quickbooks and Others would like to see us buy another upgrade. ... Read More
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