Power at an amazing price
Written: Apr 18 '02 (Updated Apr 18 '02)
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Pros: Clear 14.1 LCD with Paneling, fast 830MG graphics card, DVD drive, 3 USB ports
Cons: Swappable drive cannot take a battery, no built in Ethernet, no docking station port
The Bottom Line: I recommend this computer to anyone who is not looking for a desktop replacement but instead a mobile addition to a desktop as it has no PS/2 or docking ports.
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| limonadito's Full Review: Toshiba Satellite 1005-S157 (PS100U-0012HX) PC Not... |
I purchased my Toshiba Satellite 1005-S157 from Circuit City at the end of January for $700 after $400 in rebates. This computer is the best investment I have ever made, I use this laptop for 2-3 hours a day and I have had absolutely no problems. One important feature for me is paneling as I use this computer to play games that are usually run in 640x480 or 800x600 and the paneling on this model is some of the best that I have seen. My only disappointment is that there is a spot on the casing that is for a NIC but is filled in as it is not for this model, I do understand that this is a low end model so it is not a big concern, and the lack of PS/2 ports is very simple to get around, using USB compatible optical mice and keyboards, and USB ports is where this model excels, with 3. The other feature that I would have liked would have been the possibility for a second battery to extend battery life to be put in the swappable drive bay. Another very important feature for me was a good graphics card, not the best on the market but one that could run the games that I play. This model uses the Intel 830MG card and I run Half-Life Counter-Strike at 800x600 and get a solid 59-60 fps, easily playable with the paneling on this model. The LCD is clear, sharp and very large at 14.1. The battery lasts for a good amount of time, 2hrs with regular use and 60 minutes running a game like CS or Civilization III. I recommend this model for anyone looking for a laptop that has power, mobility, good battery life, good multimedia and great support.
Recommended:
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Amount Paid (US$): 700.00
Operating System: Windows
Processor: Intel Celeron
Processor speed: over 1000
Screen Size: 14
RAM: 256
Internal Storage: DVD
Hard Drive (GB): 13-20
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