Toshiba Satellite P35-S611 review

The Toshiba Satellite P35-S611 is the ultimate gaming machine, loaded with the latest sight and sound technology plus a 17" diagonal Wide-screen display for the best in graphics. The sleek, ultra-cool chassis contains a massive 100 GB hard drive that has plenty of room for your applications and files. The P35-S611 also features a hyper-threaded 3.33 GHz Mobile Intel Pentium 4 processor, 512 MB of installed RAM, a Super Multi-Drive that can burn CD, DVD-, and DVD+ discs, and an integrated 54g wireless LAN

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The 100 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) is one of the largest hard drives offered in a notebook, and it provides enough room for storing a multimedia library and for some video editing.


• Processor: The Mobile Intel Pentium 4 548 processor features one of the fastest notebook clock speeds available: 3.33 GHz. It also offers Hyper-Threading technology, which allows a single CPU system to behave in some aspects like a dual-CPU system. This results in more efficient software performance (such as faster reaction times in gaming applications) and enhanced multitasking. It is also well suited for professional-quality image, audio, and video editing. Thanks to its Mobile features, the processor can save power when its not needed, thus conserving battery life. It also has A 1 MB L2 cache and an 533 MHz front-side bus (FSB).


• Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (1 DIMM, PC-2700 DDR333) is a good start for power users. It can be expanded to a toal of 1.5 GB.


• CD/DVD Drive: The DVD Super-Multi drive is compatible with both DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW discs (as well as DVD-ROM and DVD-RAM). It offers a 4x DVD read speed, and writes at 2.4x for DVD+R/RW and 2x for DVD-R/RW. You can also burn CDs at 16x and read them at 24x.


• Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a standard 85-key keyboard and electro-static two-button touchpad.


• Battery: Li-ion PA3383 , PA3383U , PA3383U-1BAS , PA3383U-1BRS

Sound and Graphics

The P35-S611 comes installed with an ATI Mobility 9000 IGP video/graphics card, featuring 64 MB of shared video memory. It will deliver relatively strong 3D graphics rendering and it can can drive an external display that works in tandem with the notebook's native display. The 17" diagonal wide-screen display (1440 x 900 pixels) is intensified with TruBrite technology, producing sharp, mesmerizing images. Harman Kardon speakers and SRS TruSurround XT technology create a rich, more immersive audio experience.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots

The P35-S611 offers a good range of expansion and connectivity options, including a PCMCIA slot for one Type II PC card and the following:

1. 3 USB 1.1 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players


2. 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) ports for connecting digital video camcordrs and other peripherals


3. 1 RGB monitor port


4. 1 TV-out (S-Video)


5. 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack

It also has an integrated 802.11g wireless LAN (which is compatible with the more widespread 802.11b and offers faster data transmission rates), integrated 56K modem (V.92), and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).
Preloaded System and Software

The P35-S611 comes with the Windows XP Home Edition operating system, and it also includes Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). Other preloaded software includes Norton Antivirus 2004 (with 90 days of complimentary live updates), Quicken New User Edition, Napster online digital service (30-day trial), Adobe Acrobat Reader, InterVideo WinDVD (for playing DVD movies), ArcSoft ShowBiz DVD, and Sonic Solutions RecordNow Basic.

Dimensions and Weight

At 9.5 pounds, the P35-S611 is weightier than most notebooks used by business professionals, but is on par with other notebooks in this gaming class. It measures 1.6 x 16.5 x 11.5 inches (H x W x D).

Power

The included 12-cell rechargeable lithium-ion PA3383U-1BRS battery has an approximate 2-hour battery life (during normal use). It also comes with a 120W AC adapter.

What's in the Box

This package contains the Toshiba P35-S611 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery (compatible toshiba a70 battery ), AC adapter, and operating instructions. It's backed by a 1-year warranty for parts and labor.

Product Description

The Satellite P35 is the ultimate gaming machine, loaded with the latest in everything, including a 17" WXGA display with TruBrite for the best in graphics. The 16: 9 aspect ratio makes it perfect for viewing wide-screen format movies!The Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor supports Hyper-Threading Technology, improving the performance of many applications. The ATI discreet graphics optimizes visuals without compromising system performance. The 17" diagonal wide-screen display is intensified with TruBrite technology, producing images so sharp they are mesmerizing from across the room. Harman Kardon speakers and SRS TruSurround XT technology create a rich, more immersive audio experience. And the sleek, ultra-cool chassis contains a massive hard drive that has plenty of room for your applications and files. With razor-sharp images, robust sound and intense power it all adds up to the ultimate gaming machine.