Toshiba Tecra M5 02X01WEN Review

The Tecra M5 delivers the optimal balance of on-demand performance, reliability and security designed to keep business users mobile and productive-today and tomorrow. The latest Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology effortlessly handles the most demanding business applications in a platform that epitomizes thin-and-light mobility and battery-life longevity. The Tecra M5 is meticulously engineered for the daily rigors of mobile computing with a comprehensive set of Toshiba-exclusive EasyGuard™ Technology enhancements that secure and protect critical components and data, simplify connectivity and customize the mobile experience.

Specifications

Technology
Type : Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology featuring Intel® Core™ Duo Processor T2600, Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection and Intel® 945PM Express chipset
Clock speed : 2.17 GHz
Front side bus : 667 MHz
2nd level cache : 2 MB

Operating system
Windows® XP Professional

System memory
Standard : 1024 MB (512 + 512MB)
Maximum expandability : 4,096 MB
Technology : DDR2 RAM (533 MHz)

Hard disk
Capacity : 60 GB
Certification : S.M.A.R.T.

DVD Supermulti Drive Double Layer
Compatiability: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-R(DL), DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R(DL), DVD+RW, DVD-RAM
Maximum speed: Read: 24x CD-ROM, 8x DVD-ROM/ Write: 24x CD-R, 4x CD-RW, 10x HS CD-RW, 10x US CD-RW, 8x DVD-R, 2x DVD-R (Double Layer), 4x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+R, 2.4x DVD+R (Double Layer), 4x DVD+RW, 5x DVD-RAM

Display
Size : 14.1 "
Type : SXGA+ TFT display

Graphics adaptor
Manufacturer : NVIDIA®
Type : NVIDIA® Quadro® NVS 110M
Memory : 128 MB
Memory type : DDR2 Video RAM
Connected bus : 16x PCI Express

Internal video modes
Resolution : 1,024 x 768
Maximum number of colours : 16.7 million

Max External Video Modes
Max Resolution : 2,048 x 1,536
Max Colours : 16.7 Million
Max Refresh Rate : 100 Hz
Non-interlaced resolution with max refresh rate : 1,600 x 1,200

BIOS
ACPI : Yes
System Management BIOS : 2.4

Battery
Technology : lithium-ion
Maximum life : up to 3:46 (Mobile Mark™) hours

AC adaptor
Input voltage : autosensing AC adapter (100/240 V) for worldwide usage

Interfaces
1 x DC-in
1 x external monitor
1 x expansion bus connector
1 x RJ-11
1 x serial port
1 x RJ-45
1 x TV-out (s-video)
1 x i.LINK® (IEEE 1394)
1 x external microphone
1 x headphone (stereo)
3 x USB 2.0
1 x SD™ card slot (supports SD™ memory card, SD™ IO card)

Expansion
2 x memory slots (1 to configure)
PC Card slot for 1x Type II card, type : ExpressCard slot
Number of expansion types : 1
1 x connection to Advanced Port Replicator III Plus (optional)

Wireless communication
Wireless Technology : Bluetooth™
Compliancy : Wi-Fi™
Network Support : 802.11a/b/g
Wireless Technology : Wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g)

Wired communication
Topology : international V.92 modem
Speed : 56 Kbps data (V.92) and 14.4 Kbps fax (V.17)
Topology : Gigabit Ethernet LAN
Speed : 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T

Sound system
Supported audio format : 24-bit stereo
Supported sound standards : MIDI support
Speakers : built-in stereo speakers

Keyboard
Keys : 87
Windows keys : 2
Hot Keys : 1
Special features : spill-resistant keyboard

Physical dimensions
W x D x H : 316 x 261 x 31.2/34.2 mm
Weight : 2.37 kg

Pointing device
Type : DualPoint
Description : Toshiba Dual Pointing Device

Warranty
3-year international warranty. Upgrade your standard warranty with Toshiba warranty extension and uplift packs.

Bundled hardware
AC adaptor

Bundled software
Toshiba utilities and drivers
On-line user's and modem manual
Toshiba Management Console
Bluetooth™ Service Center
ConfigFree™
Connectivity Doctor
Microsoft® Office OneNote ™ 2003
Sonic¿ Record Now!
InterVideo® WinDVD Creator (2Platinum)
WinDVD
Toshiba Summit
Norton Internet Security™ 2006 (includes free Internet updates for 90 days)

Security features
Main hard disk (by screw)
Keyboard lock
Main memory (by screw)
BIOS password

Toshiba EasyGuard
Magnesium Casework
Shock Protection Design
Durable Design
Data Backup
Easy Fix Components
Password Utility
Device Lock
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Execute Disable Bit Protection (XD-Bit)
Toshiba Anti-theft Protection Timer
Fingerprint Reader Single Sign On
Wireless LAN Switch
Norton Internet Security 2005 Antivirus Software (90 Day Trial)
Toshiba Summit
Diversity Antenna
Toshiba ConfigFree™
Kensington Lock
PC Diagnostics
Spill-resistant Keyboard
HDD Protection (3D Sensor to protect data)

Security features
HDD password on request
Supervisor password
User password
System password security

Special features
SM BIOS compliant
Common docking and options with other Toshiba notebooks
Toshiba Enhanced SpeedStep
Toshiba Presentation Button
Toshiba Zooming utility
Toshiba Assist button
Toshiba Power Saver utility
HD Audio support
Toshiba Wireless Key Log-on with Bluetooth™ phone
Integrated microphone for VoIP
Screen Image Rotating utility

Review

This Dual Core Toshiba Tecra M5 comes equipped with the mighty Intel Core Duo T2600 which, running at 2.17GHz, is one of the fastest mobile processors available. Its build quality, security and mobility make it the ideal mix of technology, performance and quality for success on the move, and enhanced real-time communication.

Source:
http://www.laptopsdirect.co.uk/