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Toshiba Satellite Pro A10 review

Processor
Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor model: Mobile Celeron
Clock speed: 2 GHz
Motherboard
Chipset: Intel 852GM
Data bus speed: 400 MHz
Memory
RAM installed: 256 MB
Number of memory slots: 2
RAM capacity: 1 GB
RAM type: SDRAM
Interfaces & networking
VGA (analogue): 1
Parallel: 1
USB: 2
Ethernet: Intel PRO/100 VE Network Connection
Modem: Toshiba Software Modem AMR
Expansion slots
PC Card: 1 x Type II
Hard drive storage
Hard drive interface type: Ultra ATA/100
Hard drive size: 30 GB
Rotation speed: 4200 rpm
Storage controller: Ultra-ATA/100
Optical storage
CD / DVD read speed: 24x CD / 8x DVD
Video
Graphics processor: Intel Extreme Graphics 2
Graphics RAM: 96 MB
Graphics memory technology: Dynamic Video Memory Technology 2
Display
Display technology: colour TFT
Display diagonal size: 14.1 in
Maximum resolution: 1024x768 pixels
Input
Pointing devices: 2-button touchpad
Keyboard: 86 keys
Cabinet (chassis)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 33.2x3.3x29.3 cm
Weight: 2.69 kg
OS & software
Operating system: Windows XP Home
Software included: InterVideo WinDVD 4, PaintShop Pro 6, PrintMaster 15, Sophos Anti-Virus, Toshiba ConfigFree, Toshiba Console, Toshiba Utilities, Acrobat Reader 5
Audio
Audio processor: SoundMax Integrated Digital Audio
Microphone: yes
Speakers: stereo
Audio connectors: microphone, headphone
Service & support
Standard warranty: 1 year
Battery
Battery technology: Li-ion
Battery capacity: 3600 mAh
Miscellaneous
Accessories: Wireless LAN Mini-PCI card (£85), Bluetooth Module Kit (£65)
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Overview

Toshiba Satellite Pro A10

Editors rating
Rating: 7.3
Verdict

Given its sub-£500 (ex. VAT) price, the Satellite Pro A10 is pretty impressive. Choose it if you need a budget notebook for everyday tasks -- but be aware of its limitations.

Typical price

£ 499

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