Toshiba Raises Bar for SLi Gaming with Satellite X205

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Toshiba Raises Bar for SLi Gaming Standard with New Satellite X205 Line

IRVINE, Calif. -- Apr. 8, 2008 Toshiba's Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today introduced two new models of the Satellite(R) X205, its marquee gaming laptop series with bolstered performance by Intel's next-generation 45nm processors and NVIDIA(R) SLi technology.

Designed for high-performance the new Satellite X205-SLi5 and Satellite X205-SLi6 provide remarkable gaming power and graphic rendering capabilities at an affordable starting price of $1,999.99(1). To ensure that gamers experience the finest game play possible each model incorporates dual NVIDIA GeForce(R) 8600M GT graphics(2) cards and Intel's 45nm processor(3) technology. These technologies together translate into a visually immersive experience, with greater speed and performance that maximizes the potential of today's most complex and intense games.

For gamers seeking a larger digital canvas, the new Satellite X205-SLi series feature an HDMI port for pure digital output to any HDTV with an HDMI port, which provides the capability to play today's hottest games in 1080i high-definition. Additionally, an S/P DIF output port combined with the Dolby Sound Room(TM) technology takes the gaming experience to new heights with capabilities that reach up to 5.1 stereo surround sound.

To complete the ultimate mobile gaming package, wireless gaming functionality comes standard on the laptop. The Satellite X205 series is equipped with Bluetooth(R) v.2.0+EDR technology, the most powerful and responsive version to date for connecting to wireless controllers, mice and keyboards.

For maximum internal storage of games and downloadable content, the Satellite X205-SLi5 and the Satellite X205-SLi6 include massive dual hard drives totaling 320GB(4) and 400GB(4) respectively. With blazing fast 7200 RPM drives gamers don't sacrifice performance for storage capacity, which ensures that the Satellite X205 performance is at its peak during any gaming scenario without fear of lag.

Each Satellite X205-SLi notebook features a built-in 1.3 megapixel Webcam that's perfect for use when competing against other gamers via LAN tournaments or friends and family members in Games for Windows - LIVE(TM).

The Satellite X205 is available from a variety of major consumer electronics and computer stores nationwide or directly from Toshiba at http://www.toshibadirect.com. Detailed product information is available at http://www.explore.toshiba.com/X205.

The following configurations show the different specifications and price options available within the Satellite X205 series: -0-

Satellite X205-SLi5 Unique Specifications (ESUP $1,999.99(1))
-- Genuine Windows Vista(R) Premium (SP1, 32-bit version)
-- Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo Processor T8300(3)
-- 2.40GHz, 3MB L2, 800MHz FSB
-- 3072MB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM memory(5)
-- Maximum capacity 4096MB
-- 320GB using two (7200 RPM) Serial ATA hard disc drives(4)
-- Primary: 160GB + Secondary: 160GB
-- DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) with Labelflash(TM) drive
supporting 11 formats
-- 17-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite(R) TFT LCD display
-- 1440x900 native resolution (WXGA+)
-- NVIDIA(R) SLi(TM) Dual GeForce(R) 8600M GT with 512MB GDDR3
discrete graphics(2) memory, plus up to 255MB dynamically
allocated shared graphics memory using NVIDIA(R) TurboCache(TM)
technology
-- 4 Built-in Harman Kardon(R) stereo speakers with one sub-
woofer
-- Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (802.11a/g/n)(6)
-- Bluetooth(R) version 2.0 plus Enhanced Data Rate
-- Built-in Webcam and microphone
-- Fingerprint reader
-- One-year standard limited warranty(7)
Satellite X205-SLi6 Unique Specifications (ESUP $2,499.99(1))
-- Genuine Windows Vista(R) Ultimate (SP1, 32-bit version)
-- Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo Processor T9300(3)
-- 2.50GHz, 6MB L2, 800MHz FSB
-- 3072MB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM memory(5)
-- Maximum capacity 4096MB
-- 400GB using two (7200 RPM) Serial ATA hard disc drives(4)
-- Primary: 200GB + Secondary: 200GB
-- DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) with Labelflash(TM) drive
supporting 11 formats
-- Toshiba USB HDTV Tuner (External) Broadcast high-definition
(720p or 1080i)
-- Broadcast standard definition (480i)
-- 17-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite(R) TFT LCD display
-- 1680x1050 native resolution (WSXGA+)
-- NVIDIA(R) SLi(TM) Dual GeForce(R) 8600M GT with 512MB GDDR3
discrete graphics(2) memory, plus up to 255MB dynamically
allocated shared graphics memory using NVIDIA(R) TurboCache(TM)
technology
-- 4 Built-in Harman Kardon(R) stereo speakers with one sub-
woofer
-- Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (802.11a/g/n)(6)
-- Bluetooth(R) version 2.0 plus Enhanced Data Rate
-- Built-in Webcam and microphone
-- Fingerprint reader
-- One-year standard limited warranty(7)

All new Toshiba notebooks are RoHS-compatible(8), effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances. Toshiba also offers a computer trade-in and recycling program to reduce environmental impact and promote efficient utilization of resources. All Toshiba computers qualify for free recycling, while non-Toshiba computers and other consumer electronic products can be recycled for a small fee. For more information please visit: http://www.explore.toshiba.com/green.

About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)

Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile products and solutions, including industry leading portable computers; projectors; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications.

TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, which is a global leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems, as well as major infrastructure systems. Toshiba has more than 191,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of over US $60 billion (FY2006). For more information on Toshiba's leading innovations, visit the company's Web site at http://www.toshiba.com.

1. Price. Reseller prices may vary. ESUP means "Estimated Single Unit Price."

2. Graphics. GPU performance may vary. See Graphics Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com

3. Hard Disk Drive Capacity. Hard drive capacity may vary. 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 1000 x 1000 x 1000 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. See Hard Disk Drive Capacity Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com.

4. Processor. CPU performance may vary. See Processor Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com

5. Memory. Memory size may vary. See Memory Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com.

6. Wireless. May require purchase of additional software, external hardware or services. Transmission speeds may vary. See Wireless Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com

7. Warranty. The terms and conditions of Toshiba's standard limited warranty, extended warranty and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at http://www.warranty.toshiba.com.

8. RoHS. This product is compatible with European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. See RoHS legal footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com.

(C) 2008 Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All product, service and company names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Information including without limitation product prices, specifications, availability, content of services, and contact information is subject to change without notice.

[HONkUS]

I have the next step down of this beast, it uses the same chassis, its big, stylish, and heavy but its a great laptop. Mine has a 8700m gt instead of 2 8600's but it runs Crysis at about 20fps at medium settings @ 1440x900 (native res for my screen) The only things I don't like about mine is the battery life which is about 2 hours, max. And the webcam which looks like crap and the software has an annoying popup tools window that boots with windows (unless you disable it ;) ) Oh and I didn't have any problems installing Vista SP1 on it either for what thats worth.