Description:
Featuring Intel's Centrino technology, which among other benefits incorporates embedded wireless support, reduced battery consumption, and a hearty 1 MB of CPU Level 2 cache for enhanced performance and multitasking, Toshiba's new Satellite M20-S257 Notebook is versatile, moderately powerful and packed with perks--all this at a palatable price point. At the heart of the Satellite M20-S257 is a 1.3 GHz Intel Pentium M CPU. Toshiba has augmented this capable yet cost-effective processor with 256 of PC2100 DDR memory and an integrated Intel 855GM graphics controller with shared (not dedicated) video memory. Not the best setup for demanding business or graphic applications or 3-D games, the unit is nevertheless powerful enough for most day-to-day remote and mobile computing tasks. Featuring a 30 GB hard disk, the Satellite M20-S257 offers adequate permanent storage space for most users but not enough for avid collectors of video footage or MP3s. The system's removable DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive allows you to archive data, burn and play audio CDs and watch the latest movies, but does not permit DVD writing. At 12.4 by 10.8 by 1.5 inches and 6 pounds, the Satellite M20-S257 is comfortably petite. Inside, you'll find desirable amenities such as a full-size 85-key keyboard with HotKey function, an AccuPoint II pointing device with scroll function, and a 14.1-inch TFT active-matrix display screen capable of 1024 by 768 resolution. Other goodies include two high-speed USB 2.0 ports for external peripherals, integrated stereo speakers, a full duplex sound card that supports 3-D sound and two memory slots (both of which may be occupied). Connectivity options include integrated 802.11b Intel PRO/Wireless, a 10/100 Ethernet LAN port, and a low-speed 56K modem. Battery life is estimated at 3:42 with one battery and 6:48 with two. To help you get started, Microsoft Windows XP Pro is pre-installed.
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