Toshiba Launches Three Notebooks for Mobile Gamers with Next-Generation Graphics.

IRVINE, Calif. -- Available Exclusively from ToshibaDirect.com, Satellite(R) P100 Models Incorporate NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 7900 GTX Graphics, Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo Processor and 17-Inch Diagonal Widescreen

Toshiba Digital Products Division, a division of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., today announced three new Satellite P100 models, next-generation high-performance notebooks designed for gaming and multimedia aficionados who want to experience the latest gaming graphics in a highly portable notebook computer.

Available exclusively from ToshibaDirect.com, the new Satellite P100 notebooks consist of three models -- the Satellite P100-ST9012, Satellite P100-ST9412 and Satellite P100-ST9612. All three Satellite P100 models feature a 17-inch diagonal widescreen display in a 7.1-pound(1), 1.41-inch slim notebook chassis and the NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 7900 GTX graphics(2) card, delivering stunning graphics for the hottest 3D games and multimedia programs. Prices start at $1,999(3).

The notebooks also include the latest Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo Processors(4) that reduce power consumption while boosting overall performance from graphics to wireless(5) capabilities, as well as a DVI-D output port to allow users to connect to an HDTV.

For multimedia ease of use, the three new Satellite P100 notebooks include an Express Media Player consumer infrared remote control that gives users convenient access to power, CD, DVD, volume and other multimedia functions without booting up the Windows operating system. The slim remote is stored in the PC card slot of the notebook.

"The new Satellite P100 notebooks offer mobile gamers a light, thin and powerful notebook," said Jeff Barney, vice president of marketing at Toshiba Digital Products Division. "With the fastest graphics card available on the market today from NVIDIA, as well as an Intel Core Duo Processor(4) and a brilliant 17-inch display, these notebooks deliver all the performance and features a gamer could want in a compact package."

The three new Satellite P100 notebooks include features such as a fingerprint reader for one-touch secure access management as well as a customizable Dual Mode touch pad that can provide one-tap short cuts to launch e-mail, an Internet browser and other selected programs.

Other highlights of the three new Satellite P100 models include:

--a DVD SuperMulti Double Layer drive that reads and writes in up to 11 formats that can nearly double a recordable DVD's storage capacity for photo, music and video files in either DVD+R or DVD-R double layer formats;

--5-in-1 bridge media adapter for easy file sharing and downloads;

--built-in harman/kardon(R) stereo speakers for a rich audio experience;

--TruBrite(TM) technology from Toshiba for a crisp, clear display;

--updated Mobile Intel 945 Express chipset and the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945 ABG network connection as part of Intel Centrino Mobile Technology;

--Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system.

In addition to the DVI-D output port, the three new Satellite P100 notebooks include four USB 2.0 ports, TV-Out (S-Video), iLINK(TM) IEEE 1394, RGB, RJ-11 modem (v.92), RJ-45 LAN, S/P DIF output port (shared with the headphone port) and microphone port. The new Satellite P100 notebook chassis dimensions are 15.5 by 10.8 by 1.41 inches.

The new Satellite P100 notebooks come with a standard one-year limited warranty(6). The standard limited warranty includes carry-in support at Authorized Service Providers throughout the country, or the customer may use any of the more than 3,000 UPS Stores for packaging and delivery of the product to a centralized depot for prompt service turnaround. Customers can also choose to upgrade the notebook's service plans, including up to four years of extended service plans.

To help stay connected while traveling, the Satellite P100 notebooks integrate Toshiba ConfigFree(R) software, the company's intuitive graphic connectivity management utility for optimum wireless access.

Included Microsoft Office OneNote(TM) 2003 software enables users to better capture, organize, find and share notes gathered from e-mail, meetings, presentations, classes, the Web and other sources. OneNote captures virtually any type of information -- ranging from typed notes to audio -- in a single convenient place.

All new Toshiba Satellite notebooks are RoHS-compatible(7), restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances. The new Satellite P100 notebooks are currently available from ToshibaDirect (www.toshibadirect.com).

Satellite P100-ST9012 Unique Specifications
Display:             17-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite TFT active-
                      matrix LCD display at 1440x900 native resolution
                      (WXGA+)
Processor:           Intel Core Duo Processor(4) T2400 (1.83GHz, 2MB
                      L2, 667MHz FSB)
Hard Drive:          80GB (5400RPM) Serial-ATA (SATA) HDD(8)
Graphics Controller: PCI-Express(TM) x16 graphics(2) subsystem,
                      featuring: NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GTX with 512MB
                      GDDR3 SDRAM discrete graphics(2) memory
Memory:              1024MB PC4200 DDR2 533MHz SDRAM (both memory
                      slots are occupied), 1024MB (Min)/4096MB (Max),
                      with 512MB, 1024MB or 2048MB PC4200 or PC5300
                      DDR2 memory(9) modules

Satellite P100-ST9412 Unique Specifications
Display:             17-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite TFT active-
                      matrix LCD display at 1680x1050 native
                      resolution (WSXGA+)
Processor:           Intel Core Duo Processor(4) T2500 (2.00GHz, 2MB
                      L2, 667MHz FSB)
Hard Drive:          100GB (7200RPM) Serial-ATA (SATA) HDD(8)
Graphics Controller: PCI-Express x16 graphics(2) subsystem, featuring:
                      NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GT X with 512MB GDDR3
                      SDRAM discrete graphics(2) memory
Memory:              1024MB PC5300 DDR2 667MHz SDRAM (both memory
                      slots are occupied), 1024MB (Min)/4096MB (Max),
                      with 512MB, 1024MB or 2048MB PC4200 or PC5300
                      DDR2 memory(9) modules

Satellite P100-ST9612 Unique Specifications
Display:             17-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite TFT active-
                      matrix LCD display at 1680x1050 native
                      resolution (WSXGA+)
Processor:           Intel Core Duo Processor(4) T2500 (2.00GHz, 2MB
                      L2, 667MHz FSB)
Hard Drive:          100GB (7200RPM) Serial-ATA (SATA) HDD(8)
Graphics Controller: PCI-Express x16 graphics(2) subsystem, featuring:
                      NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GTX with 512MB GDDR3
                      SDRAM discrete graphics(2) memory
Memory:              2048MB PC5300 DDR2 667MHz SDRAM (both memory
                      slots are occupied), 2048MB (Min)/4096MB (Max),
                      with 1024MB or 2048MB PC4200 or PC5300 DDR2
                      memory(9) modules

Satellite P100 Series Shared Product Specifications
System Chipset:      Mobile Intel 945PM Express Chipset
Optical Drive:       DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) drive
                      supporting 11 formats (Maximum speed and
                      compatibility: CD-ROM (24x:read), CD-R
                      (24x:write), CD-RW (16x:write), DVD-ROM
                      (8x:read), DVD-R (Single Layer, 8x:write), DVD-R
                      (Double Layer, 4x:write), DVD-RW (6x:write),
                      DVD+R (Single Layer, 8x:write), DVD+R (Double
                      Layer, 4x:write), DVD+RW (8x:write), DVD-RAM
                      (5x:write)
Wireless:            Intel Pro/Wireless(5) Network Connection 3945ABG
                      (802.11a/b/g)
Audio:               Built-in harman/kardon(R) stereo speakers,
                      Dolby(R) Digital audio enhancements, SRS Labs
                      audio enhancements (SRS TruSurround XT(R)
                      virtual surround sound, SRS WOW(TM) stereo
                      enhancement), Sound Volume Control Dial,
                      Built-in microphone
Ports:               4 USB v2.0, RGB, S-Video, DVI-D, RJ-11 modem,
                      RJ-45 LAN, i.LINK IEEE-1394, S/P DIF (Shared
                      with headphone) headphone and microphone ports
Slots:               5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter (Secure Digital,
                      Memory Stick(TM), Memory Stick PRO(TM), Multi
                      Media Card, xD Picture Card; ExpressCard(TM)
                      slot supporting ExpressCard/34 and
                      ExpressCard/54, One PCMCIA-Type II/Type I Card
                      Slot
Battery:             9-cell (6000mAh) Lithium Ion
Operating System:    Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Dimensions:          15.5 x 10.8 x 1.41 inches
Weight:              Starting at 7.1 lbs (1)

About Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. (TAIS)

With headquarters in Irvine, TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile products and solutions, including industry-leading portable computers; projectors; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications.

TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corp., which is a global leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems, as well as major infrastructure systems. Toshiba has worldwide sales of over $54 billion and approximately 300 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. For more information visit the company's Web site at www.toshiba.com.

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(7) RoHS. This product is compatible with European Union Directive
    2002/95/EC, Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances
    in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS), which restricts use
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