Toshiba Unveils Satellite A205 Laptop Series with 802.11n Technology

Toshiba’s Digital Products Division (DPD), a unit of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., has announced the new Satellite A205 notebook series with select models featuring Intel’s new Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AGN supporting draft 802.11n wireless connectivity, built-in Webcam and Labelflash technology.

Based on the new wireless LAN technology, the 802.11n specification delivers greater bandwidth and transfer speeds up to five times faster than the previous 802.11g standard, as well as being advantageous in a variety of network configurations at home and locations such as coffee shops, airports and hotels.

The Satellite A205 series also features a built-in Webcam in the notebook’s LCD bezel for participating in live video chats, as well as capturing quick and fun snapshots.

For consumers looking to add a personal touch to their homemade DVD and CD collections, select models of the Satellite A205 series support Labelflash, a fusion of software and hardware that harnesses the power of the optical drive laser. Instead of wasting time and ink generating old-fashioned labels, users can quickly burn high-quality images and text onto special Labelflash DVD-R disks for a more finished and professional look and easier organization of extensive collections. The Labelflash technology is incorporated into the DVD SuperMulti drive that can read and write in all major optical media formats, including double layers.

“Toshiba’s new Satellite A205 series provides consumers with a powerful notebook computer that’s ready to handle any task ranging from entertainment to productivity,” said Jeff Barney, vice president of marketing, Digital Products Division, Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. “The Satellite A205 series packs advanced performance and affordability into an eye-catching design, making the notebook much more than just a stunning machine on the outside.”

For increased functionality and optimal storage capacity, Toshiba offers the Satellite A205-S4639, which features two SATA hard disk drives totaling 280 GB for maximum storage of digital content such as MP3s, photos and home videos. This model also features the Nvidia GeForce Go 7300 graphics card for displaying digital media in vivid clarity as well as increasing overall performance and battery life. The notebook has an estimated single unit price (ESUP) of $1,549.99. Toshiba also offers the value-packed Satellite A205-S4577 with a 160 GB hard disk drive for a price point that’s less than $1,000.

The series has a starting weight of 6.29-lbs depending on configuration, and features Toshiba’s signature Onyx Blue Metallic LCD lid, as well as an all new attention-grabbing illuminated Satellite badge, which is positioned on the lip of the palm rest. Also, to compliment its widescreen display, the notebooks feature a wider touchpad for easier navigation of software windows and access to multimedia controls and icons. The Satellite A205 series incorporates a new silver Windows Vista compliant keyboard provides ample spacing between keys for greater comfort and dexterity during typing.

A fingerprint reader for heightened system security and convenient replacement of typed passwords is included on the Satellite A205-S4617 and the Satellite A205-S4639. With the swipe of a finger, you can quickly and easily access and secure your digital content.

The new Satellite A205 series is currently available at www.toshibadirect.com and a variety of major consumer electronics and computer stores nationwide.

The following configurations demonstrate the various specifications and price options available within the Satellite A205 series:

Satellite A205-S4577 Unique Specifications (ESUP $999.99)
- Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit version)
- Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5300
- 1.73 GHz, 2 MB L2, 533 MHz FSB with 64-bit
- 1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM memory
- 160 GB (5400 RPM) SATA hard disk drive
- DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) drive supporting 11 formats
- 15.4-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite display
- 1280 x 800 pixel native resolution (WXGA)
- Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with 8 MB-256 MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
- Built-in stereo speakers
- Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection 3945ABG (802.11a/b/g)
- Embedded Webcam with built-in microphone

Satellite A205-S4617 Unique Specifications (ESUP $1,349.99)
- Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit version)
- Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500
- 1.66 GHz, 2 MB L2, 667 MHz FSB with 64-bit
- 1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM memory
- 250 GB (4200 RPM) SATA hard disk drive
- DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) with Labelflash drive supporting
– 11 formats
- 15.4-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite display
- 1280 x 800 pixel native resolution (WXGA)
- Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with 8 MB-256 MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
- Built-in Harman Kardon stereo speakers
- Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965 AGN (802.11a/g/n)
- Embedded Webcam with built-in microphone
- Fingerprint reader

Satellite A205-S4639 Unique Specifications (ESUP $1,549.99)
- Windows Vista Ultimate (32-bit version)
- Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5300
- 1.73 GHz, 2 MB L2, 533 MHz FSB with 64-bit
- 2 GB PC5300 DDR2 SDRAM memory
- 280 GB (5400 RPM) using two SATA hard disk drives (Primary: 120 GB + Secondary: 160 GB)
- DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) with Labelflash drive supporting 11 formats
- 15.4-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite display
- 1280 x 800 pixel knative resolution (WXGA)
- Nvidia GeForce Go7300 with 128MB DDR2 discrete graphics memory
- Built-in Harman Kardon stereo speakers
- Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965 AGN (802.11a/g/n)
- Embedded Webcam with built-in microphone
- Fingerprint reader

The Satellite A205 notebook series come with a standard one-year limited warranty, which includes carry-in support at Authorized Service Providers throughout the country, or the customer may utilize any of the more than 3,000 UPS Stores for packaging and delivery of the product to a centralized depot for prompt service. Customers can also choose to upgrade their notebook’s service plans for up to four years of extended service.

All new Toshiba notebooks are RoHS-compatible, effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances. Toshiba also offers a computer trade-in and recycling program to reduce environmental impact and promote efficient utilization of resources. All Toshiba computers qualify for free recycling, while non-Toshiba computers and other consumer electronic products can be recycled for a small fee.