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Features

• Intel Pentium M Processor 753 (1.2 GHz)
• 2MB L2 Cache
• 400MHz FSB
• 512MB of PC2700 DDR SDRAM (expandable to 1GB)
• 60GB HDD

Reviews (4)

Very Cool - Meets the Need - Too Much Software
I did all the reasarch I could and found this to be the best of the mini notebook breed for the price. Its like the designers took a thinkpad and shrunk it. Fear not the 7" screen. The software allows you to Zoom in anytime by hitting FN + Spacebar. The fingerprint recognition is cool but the software took some getting use to. I'd advise reformating the HDand reloading XP or at least systematically removing some of the junk programs it comes loaded with to speed up the startup . Upgrade to 1Gig RAM helps also. The keys do take some getting use to and theres always a foldup usb keyboard for those with big fingeres. Bluetooth allows you to use a cell phone in a pinch to connect to the net as well as for peripherals like mouse and keyboard. For the money it is the prefect solution for the traveler who wants to stay in touch. For me it was worth the bucks.. Sure as heck beats a blackberry !

Amazing machine
It is more than I expected.The power, beauty, clear screen, and features - I have had it a week and it is has become like my good friend.Yes the keyboard is small but it is a small computer.The keyboard is fine for small jobs.

Nice machine.
This notebook is definitely for those people, who wants an extra-mobile device with the power of the laptop. U105 fills pretty nice on one hand while being typed by other hand.
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Toshiba's Tecra 8200 is a commendable notebook in a number of ways. Despite being a strong business notebook, lightweight notebook, or desktop-replacement unit, it doesn't command a huge price premium. It weights just 5.5 pounds, yet includes a Pentium III processor clocked at 850 MHz, 128 MB of memory (expandable to 512 MB), and 14.1-inch active-matrix screen with 1,024 x 768 resolution. Additionally, the system has a 20 GB hard disk drive, an 8x DVD-ROM drive, 56K modem, and Ethernet. The system comes with Windows NT and Windows 2000, two versions of Microsoft's corporate-oriented OS. ... Read more

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Features

• 1.73 GHz Intel Pentium M 740 CPU, 533 MHz front side bus, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 graphics controller (128 MB shared memory)
• 512 MB PC2-4200 533 MHz RAM, 100 GB hard drive, double layer CD-RW/DVD-RW optical drive
• 3 USB 2.0, 1 FireWire, Memory Stick media slot
• 802.11b/g wireless, 10/100 Mbps network interface, 56K modem
• Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Works 8.5, Intuit Quicken 2005 New User Edition, Sony VAIO Zone

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Get a free Sony VAIO FJ instead!
Why settle for less, when you can get a brand new original colorful ultra-cool Sony VAIO FJ series laptop with 1GB RAM, 100GB disk, DVD writer, built-in webcam, etc. and all for Free! I got mine from this web site:nocostnow.info/laptop

VERY NICE LAPTOP / NOTEBOOK
At first I was also dubious of the purchase.However, once I installed a few software and deleted the many useless softwares that it came with I was very much satisfied.
Sony's FS series is mediocre at best!
Okay, there are some great pros about this laptop, but there is also a lot that Sony could've done better.The FS series has always been their consumer laptop, with low cost in mind, and it shows.Because of this, the FS series has always seemed to dampen Sony's quality as a computer manufacturer.Sony is most notable for their S and SZ series notebooks (13.3" Screen), or their ultraportable T and TX series, so the FS series kind of has a lack of flare in comparison.
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Easily mobile at just 6.2 pounds, the Toshiba Satellite M45-S355 makes it easy to get your work done with a large, bright 15.4-inch screen (which is also great for watching DVD movies when you need a break). This affordable notebook PC also features a battery-sipping 1.86 GHz Pentium M processor, 100 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multi-format DVD burner, integrated 54g wireless connectivity, and Windows XP Home edition. Read more

Features

• 1.86 GHz Intel Pentium M processor 750 with 533 MHz front-side bus and 2 MB L2 cache
• 100 GB hard drive, 1 GB RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multi-format DVD/CD burner
• Three USB 2.0, one VGA, one S-Video, one PCMCIA, headphone, microphone
• Built-in Intel Pro/Wireless 2200BG 802.11b/g LAN, 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet and 56K V.92 modem
• Windows XP Home edition

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DON'T BUY THIS NOTEBOOK
I bought this notebook and it is completely broke. It went 4 times to the repair center indicaed by Toshiba and they were not able to fix the problem (it is under warranty). Since April, I have a total useless notebook. Problem: computer shuts dow, a blue screen appears saying that a problem occurred and windows was shut down to prevent damages. Do a Google search and you will see that several Toshiba computers have this problem. Don't buy it, you will have problems as I had and Toshiba will keep suggesting that you bring notebook to a repair center until warranty expires....

Terrible Product
Unit locks up, battery has to be removed and re-installed in order to power up on AC or DC about 30% of the time. Have hadd the DVD drive replaced and still does not work all of the time. XD card reader only reads 256 MB card. At times types "characters" instead of the letter I am typing, etc. etc. etc.
Chances of getting a lemon are high
I've only had my notebook for 3 months and in this time period I've had the notebook shutdown from overheating, drive errors, files constantly becoming corrupt, program failure, and drive failures. I've sent in the notebook twice now to be repaired only to recieve it a week later. It works fine for 5 minutes then all the problems happen all over again. What really bugs me is that whenever I call the support center the supposed "expert" has me go through repair steps I've done several times before I call them for help. I'm never buying a product from Toshiba again since all they sell are subpar products and refuse to acknowledge their poor performance. ... Read more

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The HP/Compaq Evo N610c notebook PC offers a good balance of mobility and technology. It features a thin, light, durable design, enterprise-level performance, and corporate-level features for dedicated road warriors. Weighing 5.5 pounds, this notebook features a 30 GB hard drive, 256 MB of installed RAM (1 GB maximum), 1.8 GHz Pentium M processor, a bright 14.1-inch screen, CD-RW drive, and Windows XP Home edition operating system. Read more

Features

• Corporate class notebook with 14.1-inch screen, weighs 5 pounds
• 1.8 GHz Intel Pentium 4-M (Mobile) processor with 400 MHz front-side bus and 512 KB L2 cache
• 30 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM (1 GB maximum), CD-RW combo drive
• Two USB 2.0, one serial, one parallel, one VGA, one S-Video, one PCMCIA
• Windows XP Home edition operating system

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Sleekly compact and nicely lightweight at just 5.3 pounds, the Sony Vaio VGN-FJ170P/B notebook PC sports a 14-inch widescreen display with Sony's exclusive XBRITE-ECO LCD technology. Road warriors will appreciate the quick, responsive performance, supplied by the super-fast 5400rpm Serial ATA hard drive, advanced DDR2 memory, and Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 video card with 128 MB of shared video RAM. The built-in camera and microphone keep you connected to family and friends by allowing you to easily chat or video mail. Other features include a 1.73 GHz Intel Centrino Pentium M processor, generous 100 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multi-format DVD/CD burner, multi-format memory card slot, Memory Stick slot, and printers), a wide assortment of pre-loaded software titles, and Windows XP Professional edition operating system. Read more

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• Lightweight notebook with 14-inch XBRITE-ECO LCD screen; 1.73 GHz Intel Pentium M (Centrino) processor, 2 MB L2 cache
• 100 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multi-format DVD/CD burner
• Three USB 2.0, one Firewire, one VGA, one S-Video, one PCMCIA, microphone, headphone, Memory Stick slot
• Built-in Intel Pro/Wireless 2200BG 802.11b/g LAN, 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet and 56K V.92 modem
• Windows XP Professional edition, SP2

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Slim and lightweight (at just 6 pounds), the Sony Vaio VGN-FS950 delivers powerful performance for your everyday computing needs and is ready to grow with your multimedia demands. It offers a 15.4-inch crisp, XBRITE-ECO LCD with sharp detail for all your digital photos, home video, and DVD movies. You'll also get a long battery life of up to 4 hours with the included standard battery. Other hardware features include a 1.7 GHz Intel Celeron M processor, 80 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), multiformat, dual-layer/multiformat DVD burner, 54g wireless connectivity, a Memory Stick slot for easy transfer of your photos from your Sony digital camera, Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2), and a wide assortment of pre-loaded software titles. Read more

Features

• Core Duo T2300 1.66 GHz

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Perfect Modern Machine Save One Thing
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Gave Up Waiting for my Laptop
I ordered my laptop 3/16/06 from HP and customized it with an extra 1Gb of RAM, extra USB ports, 1GB smart card, and an Expansion base. I checked the box on the order form, to send it all at once. Instead they sent everyting separtely, the RAM, the smart card, the ports, and the base all arive separately.
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Featuring Intel's mobile Centrino processor, integrated wireless connectivity, and bright 15.4-inch TFT display, the lightweight Compaq Presario x1220us notebook PC offers road warriors a powerful arsenal of the latest computing tools. In addition to the 1.5 GHz Pentium M processor, the x1220us boasts a 80 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, a combo DVD player/CD writer, and a Secure Digital memory card slot. For a step down in price, the Compaq Presario x1210us offers a smaller hard drive (60 GB) and a DVD player/CD writer combo drive. Read more

Features

• 15.4" WXGA wide view angle (1280x800) display
• Intel Pentium 1.5GHz processor
• Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition operating system
• 80GB (4200 rpm) enhanced-IDE hard drive
• Combo DVD+R/RW and CD-RW drives

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Blending affordability with productivity power, the HP Pavilion dv5130us notebook PC is a great choice for both business road warriors and multimedia enthusiasts on the go. The 15.4-inch BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and movies and games will look clear thanks to the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 video/graphics card (with 128 MB of shared memory). Enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the PC card slot. Easily share digital photos with the included HP Image Zone Plus software.Read more

Features

• Notebook PC with 15.4-inch screen and 1.67 GHz Intel Core Duo T2300 with 2 MB L2 cache
• 100 GB SATA hard drive, 1 GB of RAM (2 GB max), LightScribe multi-format DVD/CD burner with dual-layer support
• Three USB 2.0, one FireWire, one VGA, one S-Video, one PCMCIA, one ExpressCard/54, microphone, headphone
• 10/100 Ethernet; 56K (V.90) modem; tri-mode wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g)
• Windows XP Home edition (SP2); HP Image Zone Plus

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HP Sucks
HP has the WORST customer service of any company of any kind that I have ever dealt with. I have never called without having spent at least one hour on the phone with them before the various extensions in India, none of whom are helpful. And once the service is complete the computer is usually returned with more problems than they were originally sent with. I would never buy another HP again ... Read more

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Some people are confirmed homebodies. Others answer the call of the road and travel light. For those who avoid full-time commitment to either mode of existence, there’s the Sony Vaio PCG-R505GL SuperSlim Pro notebook PC. At 4.3 pounds and about 1.3 inches thick, the R505GL offers a versatile blend of ultramobility and convenient all-in-one functionality when coupled with its included SlimDock docking station.Read more

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Keep Looking - CS is important!
Well I have just about had it with Sony. Great computer but has a glitch after 1.5 years
I am a graduate student and I absolutely love this computer.I have this exact model.It is light,portable and is great for word processing and web searching.I don't do anything more than that so this is probably a fancier computer than I really "need".I rarely use the docking station so I carry it without.However, I was very disappointed to find that one of my USB ports went out on me only a little after a year.Luckily I bought this computer at Best Buy and bought the 3 year performance plan which is WELL worth the money. time will tell
Bought one.Returned it because the floppy drive didn't work and the screen went on the fritz.Exchanged it for another one.Again the floppy drive doesn't work and the DVD-ROM drive won't open.I talked to Sony support and they claim they don't have hardware problems with the computer or its docking station (though they had in the past).Curious to know if others have had this problem too or if I am just spectacularly unlucky this year.I haven't yet decided whether or not to give Sony a third try on this machine.It's a pity since it seems like such a well designed laptop, if only it would work.Read more

Features

• Laptop Computer; PC Hardware Platform
• Hard Drive Interface: ATA 100; 80GB Capacity
• 512.0MB ; DDR Memory
• 56KB Modem; 1.0Ghz Speed; Intel Centrino Pentium-M ULV Processor; 400MHz System Bus
• 10.6" Screen; 1280x768 Resolution; WXGA with AveraBrite™ Display
• Intel PRO Wireless, 802.11b/g Wireless Capabilities
• Intel 855GME Chipset
• 2.0 USB Ports; Memory Card Slot Ports
• Software Included: Microsoft Windows XP Professional
• Also Features: 1 Year Warranty
• 10/100 Ethernet LAN Network Card; Intel Extreme Graphics 2 Technology (shared) Graphics
• Battery Lasts Up to 5.5Hr.
• 3.6Lb. ; 10.47"Wx7.97"Dx1.16"-1.36"H"
• UL Listed

Reviews (8)

Hot to the point of burning finger tips
Its a cute looking computer. Light and a perfect size. BUT, it gets so hot that I basically can not use it after about half an hour. The cursor area is untoucahble. Even typing is uncomfortble and unplesant because of the heat and the high temperature of the keyboard.
Very nice ultracompact notebook
I bought this notebook to use while travelling since I take lots of digital photos and need somewhere to store them.
Love it, love it, love it
I bought this for my job.I am a road warrior and have to use my notebook on each appointment.I have a Dell 15.4" at home that I love, but it got to heavy for me in and out of the car.So this 10.6" is absolutely perfect.It's considerably faster than my Dell, which is a Pentium M also.My husband said it's because it doesn't have that Centrino mobile technology.I don't know and personally I don't care.As long as it does the job, and it does.The only thing is that the words are soooo small on the small screen, but I've gotten use to that.It's so cute and little that I carry it in my Louis Vutton tote bag.My cousin liked it so much that she just bought one last week.I am very satisfied and I don't see any future problems. ... Read more

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A great choice as a second computer for business travelers on the go, the Toshiba Portege 4000 might not be as fully packed as today's robust notebooks, but it can still get the job done. Plus, at just 4.4 pounds, it's easy to travel with. You'll be able to keep up with communications at the home office thanks to the built-in 54g wi-fi LAN, as well as Bluetooth wireless connectivity (enabling you to transfer data between the PC and cell phones or PDAs). This notebook offers a 750 MHz Intel Pentium III processor, 20 GB hard drive, 128 MB of installed RAM (1 GB maximum), DVD-ROM drive, and the Windows 2000 operating system.