Toshiba's New Notebooks Make Desktops a Thing of the Past.Business Editors and High-Tech Writers IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 11, 2002 Starting at just $1,899, the new Satellite 1905 and 5105 Series of notebook PCs free users from the confines of their desktops with the right mix of high-performance and affordability Toshiba's Computer Systems Group (CSG CSG - constructive solid geometry ) announced the new Satellite 1905 and 5105 Series of notebook PCs, designed to move computer users into the mobile world without compromising power, performance and perks. Providing the benefits of a desktop system without the size and bulk, the new Satellite Series of notebooks enables students, small-to-medium sized business users and even gaming enthusiasts to experience the freedom of mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings without taking a hit on their bank accounts. "Our customers want the power, high-speed graphics performance and multimedia functionality typically associated with traditional desktop PCs, but in a form-factor that enables mobility," said Oscar Koenders, vice president of product marketing, Toshiba CSG. "Reinforcing Toshiba's mission to lead in mobile technology, we've designed these new Satellite notebooks to deliver the best computing experience possible, without sacrificing the benefits of a portable environment." Satellite 1905 Series The Satellite 1905 Series bundles the much-desired computing and entertainment features that were previously seen only in a desktop PC. Based on the Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 2.0GHz processor and a 40GB(a) hard disk drive (HDD (Hard Disk Drive) See hard disk and HDD caddy. HDD - hard disk drive ), the new Satellite runs power-intensive applications with ease -- allowing users to perform daily productivity tasks and multimedia functions with the ease of a portable computer. The Satellite 1905 Series also includes an i.Link(TM) (IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, New York, www.ieee.org) A membership organization that includes engineers, scientists and students in electronics and allied fields. 1394) high-speed connection, 15.0-inch diagonal TFT (Thin Film Transistor) The term typically refers to active matrix screens on laptop computers. Active matrix LCD provides a sharper screen display and broader viewing angle than does passive matrix. See LCD and thin film. TFT - Thin Film transistor display and easy-to-use touchpad A stationary pointing device that provides a small, flat surface that you slide your finger over using the same movements as you would a mouse. You can tap on the pad's surface as an alternate to pressing one of the touchpad keys. See mouse, trackball and pointing stick. for convenient computing, while the integrated DVD-ROM/CD-RW multi-function drive and stereo speakers enhance the CD, MP3 and DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. experience. Satellite 5105 Series The new Satellite 5105 Series raises the multimedia bar by including an infrared remote control See IR remote control. for power on/off, volume up/down, suspend/resume, CD/DVD and other keyboard functions. Add to that a S/P S/P Status Post S/P Serial to Parallel S/P Policy Planning Staff S/P Sound Powered S/P Sharp & Pink (description of optic nerve in eye) DIF (1) (Data Interchange Format) A standard file format for spreadsheet and other data structured in row and column form. Originally developed for VisiCalc, DIF is now under Lotus' jurisdiction. Dolby(R) Digital Optical Out port for digital recording and 5.1 Dolby Digital A digital audio encoding system from Dolby used in movie and home theaters. First used in 1995, Dolby Digital employs Dolby's AC-3 (Audio Coding-3) coding and compression technology and is the standard for DVD-Video and HDTV. 5. output for connection to home theater sound systems, the Satellite 5105 Series combines both productivity and multimedia for the ultimate in home computing. From its 15.0-inch diagonal SXGA (Super XGA) A screen resolution of 1280x1024 pixels. SXGA is commonly used on standard monitors, but provides a 1.25:1 aspect ratio, compared to the more common 1.33:1 (4:3) ratio. SXGA+ has a 1400x1050 resolution, which is an exact 1.33:1 ratio. See PC display modes. + TFT display, NVIDIA(R) GeForce4(TM) 440 Go graphics processing unit See GPU. and high-capacity DDR (Double Data Rate) Refers to an SDRAM memory chip that increases performance by doubling the effective data rate of the frontside bus. For more details, see SDRAM. DDR - Double Data Rate Random Access Memory memory, the Satellite 5105 Series delivers outstanding graphic-display capabilities not normally seen in a notebook. With a 40GB HDD, the Satellite's power supply enables faster performance for the "extras," which include a DVD-ROM/CD-RW multi-function drive, high-speed Internet connections and a powerful sound system featuring harman/kardon(R) speakers with a built-in subwoofer A speaker that reproduces the lower end of the audio spectrum. A subwoofer system may include a crossover circuit which switches frequencies at approximately 100Hz and under to the subwoofer, while passing the rest of the signal to the main speakers. . About Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. Toshiba Computer Systems Group, a division of Toshiba America Information Systems (TAIS TAIS Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. TAIS Tactical Airspace Integration System (US Army) TAIS Target Architecture and Implementation Strategy TAIS Texas Apiary Inspection Service ), is a leading vendor for portable computers. In addition to notebooks, the company offers portable and wireless accessories, PDAs, and server computing solutions for business customers under the Toshiba brand name. For more information call 800/TOSHIBA or visit the company's Web site at www.csd.toshiba.com. With headquarters in Irvine, TAIS is comprised of multiple divisions that provide computer, communications and imaging products and services. Products include industry-leading portable computers; PDAs; mobile computing accessories; servers, including communications and portable servers; storage subsystems; cable modems; digital business telephone systems; voice-mail; digital cameras; security systems and projectors. TAIS provides sales, marketing, services and manufacturing for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company operating company A business that engages in transactions with outsiders. owned by Toshiba America Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corp., which is a world leader in high-technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems. Toshiba has global sales of more than $40 billion and more than 300 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide.
Satellite 1905 Series
1905-S301
-- Intel Pentium 4 processor, 2.00GHz
-- 256MB of RAM (expandable to 1GB)
-- 40GB hard disk drive(a)
-- 15-inch XGA display
-- DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive
-- Integrated V.90 modem and 10/100 Ethernet port
-- One-touch Internet access button
-- Control buttons for CD/DVD playback functionality
-- Microsoft Windows(R) XP Home Edition
-- Lotus(R) SmartSuite(R) Millennium Edition with Lotus 1-2-3
spreadsheet software, Lotus Freelance presentation graphics, Lotus
WordPro, Intuit(R) Quicken(R) Basic 2001 and Norton AntiVirus(TM)
2002
-- Toshiba's Great Software Offer(b)
-- ESUP: $1,899
-- Available now at www.csd.toshiba.com and through retail channels
including computer superstores, consumer electronic stores and
mass merchandisers.
Satellite 5105 Series
Satellite 5105-S501
-- Intel Pentium 4 Processor, 1.70GHz
-- 512MB of RAM (expandable to 1GB)
-- 40GB hard disk drive(a)
-- 15.0-inch diagonal SXGA+ high-resolution Toshiba personal theatre
display
-- NVIDIA GeForce4 440 Go GPU with 32MB DDR video memory
-- DVD-ROM/CD-RW multi-function drive
-- S/P DIF Dolby Digital Optical out
-- harman/kardon high fidelity sound system with built-in subwoofer
-- Secure Digital memory card slot, integrated i.Link (IEEE 1394)
port and SmartMedia card slot
-- Integrated V.90 modem and 10/100 Ethernet port
-- Sub-LCD display
-- One-touch Internet access button
-- Control buttons for CD/DVD playback functionality
-- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
-- Lotus SmartSuite Millennium Edition with Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheet
software, Lotus Freelance presentation graphics, Lotus
WordPro, Intuit Quicken Basic 2001 and Norton AntiVirus 2002
-- Toshiba's Great Software Offer(b)
-- Available now at www.csd.toshiba.com and through retail channels
including computer superstores, consumer electronic stores and
mass merchandisers.
-- ESUP: $2,299
(a) GB means one billion bytes
(b) shipping and handling charges apply
Note to Editors: Satellite is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corp. NVIDIA is a registered trademark of NVIDIA Corp. GeForce4 440 Go is a trademark of NVIDIA Corp. All other trademarks belong to their respective companies. Pricing and specifications are subject to change. See the attached tables for product specifications. |
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