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Toshiba Satellite A100 (PSAA9A-0CU004)

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Toshiba Satellite A100 (PSAA9A-0CU004) 4.00

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RRP

$2199.00

Review Date

Monday, 23rd of October, 2006

Features

Processor : Intel Core Duo Processor T2050 with Enhanced Intel Speedstep Technology

Supported Media : DVD±RW (+R double layer) / DVD-RAM

What's Hot

Good value for money, Sturdy

What's Not

Mid range battery life

The Final Word

For the price tag, you're looking at a notebook that will carry you into the future. It's light enough to travel with, powerful enough for most tasks and seems sturdy enough to take a few knocks.

Notes

# This product is no longer available directly from the manufacturer. It may be available in retail and distribution channels, or second hand. The price displayed is the price at review time and the last available recommended retail price.

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Discreet 3ds Max 5.1 (Open GL):	408
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Mozilla 1.4:	389
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WinZip Computing WinZip 8.1:	440