Toshiba Mobile Pentium II Notebooks Break Performance Barriers With Wide Range of Features and Pricing to Meet Every Business Need.IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 2, 1998--Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. (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 ), Computer Systems Division (CSD CSD Commission on Sustainable Development CSD Serbian Dinar (ISO currency code) CSD Christopher Street Day CSD Circuit Switched Data (Sprint) CSD Computer Science Department CSD Community School District ), the country's leading manufacturer of portable computers, Thursday announced three notebooks with nine configurations that bring Mobile Pentium See Pentium M. II processing power to a wide range of customers. Toshiba offers the Mobile Pentium II processor in its new Satellite Pro 490 series and Tecra 780 series, giving customers the power to choose the price point and feature set that best meets their needs. Toshiba's Satellite Pro 490 series and Tecra 780 series set the pace for Toshiba's effort to lead the transition to the Mobile Pentium II processor. Intel's new 266MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. and 233MHz Mobile Pentium II processors help close the performance gap between desktops and notebooks. Delivering 31 percent(a) faster performance than previous generations, the new processors give mobile professionals more power to tackle today's office applications and support future operating systems Operating systems can be categorized by technology, ownership, licensing, working state, usage, and by many other characteristics. In practice, many of these groupings may overlap. . "As the market leader, Toshiba is able to deliver the industry's fastest performance to the widest range of customers in both small businesses and large corporations," said Jeffrey Friederichs, vice president of worldwide marketing, Toshiba Computer Systems Group. "The breadth of Toshiba's Mobile Pentium II processor notebooks ensures all customers get power and functionality that will grow with their business." Satellite Pro 490 Series -- Industry-Leading Price/Performance Toshiba's Satellite Pro 490 series brings the latest processor technology to the Satellite Pro family with prices starting near $3,500. Offering the industry's best price/performance ratio In economics and engineering, the price/performance ratio refers to a product's ability to deliver performance, of any sort, for its price. For instance, if you have a whole day to travel 100 km, spending $50 to do the journey in two hours is a better price/performance ratio than , the Satellite Pro 490 series also incorporates large displays, huge hard drives, ample memory and fast modems. The notebook of choice for small and medium-sized businesses and corporate projects, the Satellite Pro 490 series continues Toshiba's tradition of delivering feature-rich portable solutions at an excellent value. Available in two configurations, the Satellite Pro series balances exceptional computing power with affordability. The Satellite Pro 490XCDT offers a 266MHz Mobile Pentium II processor and a brilliant 13.3-inch active matrix display (hardware) active matrix display - A type of liquid crystal display where each display element (each pixel) includes an active component such as a transistor to maintain its state between scans. Contrast passive matrix display. -- the largest in the Satellite Pro line. The Satellite Pro 490CDT CDT abbr. Central Daylight Time CDT Central Daylight Time CDT n abbr (US) (= Central Daylight Time) → hora de verano del centro; (BRIT is equipped with a 233MHz Mobile Pentium II processor and a bright 12.1-inch active matrix display. Both systems provide an integrated K56flex voice/video/fax modem, 32MB of EDO DRAM See EDO RAM. EDO DRAM - Extended Data Out Dynamic Random Access Memory , 512KB L2 cache (Level 2 cache) A memory bank built into the CPU chip, packaged within the same module or built on the motherboard. The L2 cache feeds the L1 cache, and its memory is slower than L1 memory. The L2 cache feeds the L1 cache, which feeds the processor. and a 4.1 billion byte hard drive to handle the most demanding computing tasks and storage requirements. Advanced 64-bit graphics support and S3's ViRGE/MX 3D graphics accelerator A display adapter that performs a specialized set of graphics functions to render an image on screen. Today, all display adapters provide basic rendering functions in hardware, but many have graphics processing units (GPUs) that are sophisticated computers. improves 2D graphics performance by up to 60 percent. S3's DuoView technology provides advanced support enabling simultaneous displays at different resolutions. With future operating systems, this technology will also enable a "virtual desktop" extending the LCD workspace to an external monitor. Capable of handling intensive multimedia applications and delivering impressive presentations, the Satellite Pro 490 series offers a 20X maximum speed CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). , CardBus, Zoomed Video technology and stereo speakers. A flexible mobile solution, the Satellite Pro 490 series allows users to customize their notebook with Toshiba's modular SelectBay and enhanced port replication options. Tecra 780 Series -- The Pinnacle of Performance Toshiba's Tecra 780 series offers leading performance, multimedia, manageability and investment protection to meet the needs of the most advanced corporate customers. A premier desktop replacement system, the Tecra 780 series combines robust expansion capabilities with impressive performance. Its leading-edge technology and innovative feature-set makes it an ideal platform for power users who require the most comprehensive multimedia and communications solution. Delivering the industry's fastest processor and largest hard drive for unparalleled computing power, Toshiba's new Tecra 780 features Intel's new 266MHz Mobile Pentium II processor and a large 8.1 billion byte or 5.1 billion byte Ultra DMA Same as Ultra ATA. Ultra DMA - ATA-4 hard drive. Toshiba's superior power management enables maximum performance with more than three hours of battery life in full-power mode. Combined with 512KB L2 cache and 64MB of built-in high-speed memory, the Tecra 780 series delivers the power to run demanding applications traditionally reserved for desktop systems. The Tecra 780 is available in two main configurations: the Tecra 780DVD 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. ships with a DVD-ROM DVD-ROM: see digital versatile disc. A read-only DVD disc used to permanently store data files. DVD-ROM discs are widely used to distribute large software applications that exceed the capacity of a CD-ROM disc. drive while the Tecra 780CDM 1. CDM - Content Data Model 2. CDM - Code Division Multiplexing includes a 20X maximum speed CD-ROM drive A device that holds and reads CD-ROM discs. CD-ROM drives generally also play audio CD discs by sending analog sound to the sound card via a 4-pin cable. For specifications of 10x, 20x, etc. drives, see CD-ROM drives. See CD-ROM, CD-ROM changer, CD-ROM server and CD-ROM audio cable. . Offering the industry's most innovative multimedia capabilities, Toshiba's new Tecra 780 series includes bright 13.3-inch active matrix displays, an impressive 4MB of fast SGRAM (Synchronous Graphics RAM) A type of dynamic RAM chip that is similar to the SDRAM technology, but includes enhanced graphics features for use with display adapters. video memory, S3's ViRGE/MX 3D graphics accelerator with DuoView technology, Dolby AC-3 digital surround sound An audio recording and playback system that uses five or more channels plus a subwoofer channel. See 5.1 channel and 3D audio. support, built-in hardware MPEG-2 decoding and the most integrated DVD solution (780DVD). With the Tecra 780 series, Toshiba continues its leadership in mobile video applications. The notebooks come standard with an innovative video capture camera, making it easy for professionals to use video in combination with their PC. Video capture capabilities allow customers to video record meetings for e-mail distribution to clients and co-workers, while software developed by VideoBrush turns the video camera into an image scanning Document Scanning or Image Scanning is the action or process of converting text and graphic paper documents, photographic film, photographic paper or other files to digital images. device, allowing photographs, blueprints or notes on a whiteboard to be easily scanned and digitized into a high-resolution image. The Tecra 780 series also provides advanced communications capabilities with an integrated K56flex voice/video/fax modem and Internet-based video conferencing See videoconferencing. (communications) video conferencing - A discussion between two or more groups of people who are in different places but can see and hear each other using electronic communications. with the Noteworthy Business Video Phone with ProShare technology. Toshiba Helps Mobile Customers Reduce Their Total Cost of Ownership Adding value to customers' existing expansion options, Toshiba continues to provide the industry's most consistent docking stations and port replicators. The new Tecra 780 series supports the existing Desk Station V Plus docking station and NoteDock II enhanced port replicator that have been compatible with all Tecra 700 series products for the last two years. "As customers make the transition to notebooks with new processor technologies, one of their primary concerns is investment protection," said Jeffrey Friederichs. "Our record of providing docking options and accessories that work with multiple generations of Toshiba product continues with our latest Mobile Pentium II processor offerings." Toshiba enhances the customer's total computing experience with advanced manageability features including DMI (Desktop Management Interface) The first desktop management standard from the DMTF. Enabling PCs to be monitored from a central console, it was superseded by the DMTF's Common Information Model (see CIM). 2.0 BIOS support, ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) A power management specification developed by Intel, Toshiba and Microsoft that makes hardware status information available to the operating system. V1.0 compliance and LANDesk Client Manager 3.2 (Tecra only) that allow for system diagnostics, remote and local system monitoring/configuring/updating, asset tagging and advanced power management. The Satellite Pro and Tecra come standard with Windows 95 and have full pre-installed options for Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. 4.0 Workstation (Tecra 780CDM-NT, Satellite Pro 490CDT-NT and Satellite Pro 490XCDT-NT). Both notebook families also support Toshiba's unique SecureSleep function that can be used for remote system administration without compromising user security. New Toshiba Enhanced Recovery software reduces on-going computing costs by minimizing the time required to roll-out new notebook platforms. It simplifies the software system image build process for corporate customers, significantly reducing the time to build and update software images. Giving customers more computing choices, Toshiba's Satellite Pro and Tecra notebooks provide customization through the flexible SelectBay drive which easily accommodates high-speed CD-ROM and diskette The official name for the floppy disk. See floppy disk. diskette - floppy disk drives, in addition to options that last for several generations including second batteries and second hard disk drives. Flexible Financing and Service Programs Toshiba also offers flexible financing and leasing programs, as well as comprehensive service and support and warranty programs to enhance customers' computing experience. Toshiba Financial Services The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. provides simple and flexible financing and leasing options for large enterprise customers, small- to medium-sized businesses and education markets. The program gives customers increased purchasing power Purchasing Power 1. The value of a currency expressed in terms of the amount of goods or services that one unit of money can buy. Purchasing power is important because, all else being equal, inflation decreases the amount of goods or services you'd be able to purchase. 2. , flexible payment options, competitive rates and a variety of programs designed for their business needs. A specialized group of Authorized Service Providers (ASPs) furnishes comprehensive warranty and post warranty service, training, parts and advanced technical support. The Tecra comes standard with a limited three-year parts and labor warranty (one year on battery) and the Satellite Pro comes with a limited three-year parts and one-year labor warranty. For mobile professionals who travel outside the United States, Toshiba provides one year carry-in warranty coverage in more than 29 countries. The International Traveler program lets customers receive warranty depot repair from any country in the world within five business days. Toshiba also offers a full suite of Toshiba designed and executed service options. The following service options are available through resellers nationwide: -0- Toshiba's On.Call Global Network, which provides on-site options including next-business day response. Toshiba's On.Deck critical unit program further enhances the customer's service experience, offering customers next business day dispatch of replacement notebooks. Toshiba's Notebook Depot repair program provides international travelers and U.S. based customers with quick door-to-door turnaround service regardless of where in the world their business takes them. Customers have their choice of four-day or 36-hour repair cycles. Toshiba also offers an industry leading Automated Online Data Backup service to further safeguard productivity. This service allows customers to back-up all of their data securely to a repository via the Internet regardless of where they are globally. The Satellite Pro and Tecra notebooks are backed by Toshiba's service and support, available 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week through the InTouch Center. Toshiba also offers online support for electronic-based interaction via the Web, CompuServe Online Forum or the Electronic Solutions Bulletin Board. Pricing and Availability The Tecra 780 series and Satellite Pro 490 series will be sold through Toshiba's traditional distribution channels, VARs and mail order partners. Production dates and estimated single unit prices are as follows: -0-
Model Production Est. Single
Unit Street
Price
Satellite Pro 490CDT April $3,549
Satellite Pro 490XCDT April $3,999
Satellite Pro 490CDT-NT May $3,749
Satellite Pro 490XCDT-NT May $4,199
Tecra 780CDM (5.1 billion byte hard drive) April $5,099
Tecra 780DVD (5.1 billion byte hard drive) April $5,499
Tecra 780CDM-NT (5.1 billion byte hard drive)April $5,299
Tecra 780CDM (8.1 billion byte hard drive) Q3 $5,499
Tecra 780DVD (8.1 billion byte hard drive) Q3 $5,899
About Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. Toshiba continues to be the leading vendor in the U.S. market for portable computers with 20.4 percent market share in 1997 according to International Data Corp. The company offers portable and desktop computing solutions for business customers under the Toshiba brand name. For dealer referral and product literature, call 888/598-7802, or visit the company's Web site at http://computers.toshiba.com. With headquarters in Irvine, and annual sales of approximately $4 billion, Toshiba America Information Systems (TAIS) is composed of nine divisions which manufacture and market a wide range of business and information-oriented products in the United States and Latin America. Products include portable and desktop computers, disk drives, plain paper copiers, facsimile systems, voice mail systems, digital key telephones, toner products, optical fiber modems and digital cameras. TAIS is an independent operating company operating company A business that engages in transactions with outsiders. , owned by Toshiba America Inc., a subsidiary of the $48 billion Toshiba Corp., the sixth largest electronics and electrical equipment manufacturer, and the world's 37th largest corporation in terms of sales Terms of sale Conditions under which a firm proposes to sell its goods or services for cash or credit. . Toshiba Corp. is a world leader in high technology products with 303 major subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. -0- (a) According to Intel's iCOMP Index 2.0 CONTACT: The Benjamin Group Lisa O'Connell or Peter Van Rossum 714/245-7500 oconnell@oc.tbgi.com or pvanross@oc.tbgi.com |
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