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Toshiba Mini NB305-N310

Michael — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:12:37 +0000

The Toshiba Mini NB305 is the second generation of netbook from the company. Not only it has all the great features from the first generation NB205 (ergonomic keyboard, large touchpad, and excellent battery life), it also comes with improved an design (lighter and thinner), and a better speaker which is one of the biggest complain on the NB205.

There are 2 model available: NB305-N310 and NB305-N410. The model that we are recommending in this model is the NB305-N310. Check out one of our previous post, NB305-310 vs NB305-410, for the detailed explanation of the difference between them. If you don’t need a large storage and don’t mind staying with Windows XP, we strongly recommend the the NB305-N310 which is a cheaper model. But if you want a netbook with larger storage and running Windows 7, consider NB305-N410 which cost around $50 more.

Rating: 4 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

1.66GHz Intel N450 Atom Processor
1GB 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM Memory
160GB Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive (5400RPM)
10.1″ LED (16:9) 1024×600 Display
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA3150
Genuine Windows XP Home (SP3)
11 Hours of Battery Life

Overall rating and customer reviews

Toshiba Mini NB305: Sleeker Design and Improved Battery Life With a new sleeker design and up to 11 hours of battery life rating, the affordable, super-compact Toshiba Mini NB305 weighs less than 3 pounds, is small enough to throw in a purse or bag, and offers a brightly colorful 10.1-inch LED-backlit screen. It features a full-size keyboard for comfortable typing and a larger touchpad with Multi-Touch Control, which enables you to navigate documents, web pages and images more easily. With up to 11 hours of battery life the Toshiba mini NB305 lets you go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge. The NB305 features a comfortable full-size keyboard, plus a full-size touchpad with multi-touch capabilities (see larger image and schematic of all ports). The Toshiba Mini NB305 in textured black onyx. Combining the power of the latest Intel Atom N450 processor and NM10 Express chipset with a six-cell battery (5800 mAh) for up to 11 hours of battery power, you'll be able to go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge. The battery pack is neatly hidden under the casing of the netbook to preserve its sleek, ergonomic design. This model of the Toshiba mini NB305 (NB305-N310) has a distinctively styled cover in black onyx, which is accented by a textured finish with a Matrix pattern. The 250 GB hard disk drive is protected using an integrated 3D impact sensor which detects freefalls, shocks and vibrations. The Toshiba Mini also features a USB Sleep-and-Charge port, which allows external USB devices such as mobile phones and personal media players to charge from the netbook even when it is turned off. It comes preinstalled with the familiar Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system. Key Features & Specs 10.1-inch LED backlit widescreen display (1024 x 600-pixel resolution) provides richer colors and clearer definition--perfect for browsing the Internet. 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 processor (512 KB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB) combines performance and energy efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile. 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) with an impact sensor that helps safeguard your data by "parking" the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. 1 GB of DDR2 RAM (800 MHz; 1 memory slot; upgradeable to 2 GB) Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 video processor with up to 384 MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory Three USB ports with one Sleep and Charge port on the left side, allowing you to charge your mobile phone and other devices even when the notebook is asleep or off. Full-size 85-key keyboard TouchPad pointing device with multi-touch gesture control Built-in stereo speaker Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for greater speed and range. Fast Ethernet (10/100) Secure Digital memory card reader also compatible with Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC, and MultiMedia Card (MMC) Enjoy proactive PC health--without the worry. For your peace mind, this laptop comes with an innovative PC Health Monitor that constantly keeps tabs on things like your machine's power usage, temperature and hard drive--so you won't have to. Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system (SP3) Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Up to 11 hours of battery life with included 6-cell battery (5800 mAh) Dimensions: 10.47 x 7.57 x 1.43 inches (WxDxH) Weight: 2.6 pounds Warranty: 1 year warranty with international limited warranty coverage Energy Star 5.0 certified Gold EPEAT designation for meeting standards to help reduce its environmental impact. RoHS compliant effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances What's in the Box This package contains the Toshiba mini NB305-N310 netbook, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2010, Microsoft Works 9, Microsoft Office Live Essentials (including Photo Gallery, Messenger, Mail and Writer), Windows Media Player, Google Toolbar, Toshiba PC Health Monitor, WildTangent Orb Game Console

Toshiba Mini NB305-N410WH

Michael — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:32:16 +0000

Toshiba Mini NB305 is the updated version of the NB205, one of the most popular netbook in 2009.

The new model Toshiba Mini NB305-N410 comes with a few improvements compared to its predecessor. First, it comes with the new Pine Trail platform and Intel Atom N450 processor which gives it a longer battery life (11 hours according to Toshiba). Second, the NB305 has an improved design where the battery no longer sticks out from the back like the NB205 does. And finally, the NB305 is a slightly lighter at only 2.6 pounds.

This particular model, NB305-N410WH, comes with frost white color. It’s also available in Royal Blue, Java Brown, and Onyx Black. Note however that the Onyx black version comes with slightly different specs and is slightly cheaper than this and other model with different colors.

Rating: 5 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

1.66GHz Intel N450 Atom Processor
1GB 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM Memory
250GB Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive (5400RPM)
10.1″ LED (16:9) 1024×600 Display
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA3150
Windows 7 Starter Edition 32-bit

Overall rating and customer reviews

Toshiba Mini NB305: Sleeker Design and Improved Battery Life With a new sleeker design and up to 11 hours of battery life rating, the affordable, super-compact Toshiba Mini NB305 weighs less than 3 pounds, is small enough to throw in a purse or bag, and offers a brightly colorful 10.1-inch LED-backlit screen. It features a full-size keyboard for comfortable typing and a larger touchpad with Multi-Touch Control, which enables you to navigate documents, web pages and images more easily. With up to 11 hours of battery life the Toshiba mini NB305 lets you go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge. The NB305 features a comfortable full-size keyboard, plus a full-size touchpad with multi-touch capabilities (see larger image and schematic of all ports). The Toshiba Mini NB305 in textured frost white. Combining the power of the latest Intel Atom N450 processor and NM10 Express chipset with a six-cell battery (5800 mAh) for up to 11 hours of battery power, you'll be able to go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge. The battery pack is neatly hidden under the casing of the netbook to preserve its sleek, ergonomic design. This model of the Toshiba mini NB305 (NB305-N410WH) has a distinctively styled cover in frost white, which is accented by a textured finish with a Matrix pattern. The 250 GB hard disk drive is protected using an integrated 3D impact sensor which detects freefalls, shocks and vibrations. The Toshiba Mini also features a USB Sleep-and-Charge port, which allows external USB devices such as mobile phones and personal media players to charge from the netbook even when it is turned off. It comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Starter operating system, which combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. It includes new Windows 7 features like Jump Lists to help you to better find and manage files, and connecting to printers and peripherals is easier than ever. Key Features 10.1-inch LED backlit widescreen display (1024 x 600-pixel resolution) provides richer colors and clearer definition--perfect for browsing the Internet. 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 processor (512 KB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB) combines performance and energy efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile. 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) with an impact sensor that helps safeguard your data by "parking" the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. 1 GB of DDR2 RAM (800 MHz; 1 memory slot; upgradeable to 2 GB) Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 video processor with up to 384 MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory Three USB ports with one Sleep and Charge port on the left side, allowing you to charge your mobile phone and other devices even when the notebook is asleep or off. Full-size 85-key keyboard TouchPad pointing device with multi-touch gesture control Built-in stereo speaker Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for greater speed and range. Fast Ethernet (10/100) Secure Digital memory card reader also compatible with Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC, and MultiMedia Card (MMC) Enjoy proactive PC health--without the worry. For your peace mind, this laptop comes with an innovative PC Health Monitor that constantly keeps tabs on things like your machine's power usage, temperature and hard drive--so you won't have to. Windows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do--less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. And Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. A small notebook PC running Windows 7 Home Premium is even easier to use. The new taskbar and advanced navigation features make launching programs, opening files, managing windows, and getting around your PC faster and easier. Personalize your PC to be just the way you want it with helpful gadgets and desktop themes--even turn your desktop into a slideshow of your favorite photos. And you get the best entertainment experience on a PC. With Windows Media Center, you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV. Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Up to 11 hours of battery life with included 6-cell battery (5800 mAh) Dimensions: 10.47 x 7.57 x 1.43 inches (WxDxH) Weight: 2.6 pounds Warranty: 1 year warranty with international limited warranty coverage Energy Star 5.0 certified Gold EPEAT designation for meeting standards to help reduce its environmental impact. RoHS compliant effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances What's in the Box This package contains the Toshiba mini NB305-N410WH netbook, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2010, Microsoft Works 9, Microsoft Office Live Essentials (including Photo Gallery, Messenger, Mail and Writer), Windows Media Player, Google Toolbar, Toshiba PC Health Monitor, WildTangent Orb Game Console

Toshiba Mini NB205-N230

Michael — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 03:20:00 +0000

Toshiba Mini NB205-N230 is the best value netbook among all NB205 netbooks. It comes with Microsoft latest Operating System, Windows 7, 250GB hard drive, and 6-cell battery which provides up to 9 hours of battery life.

Specification

1.66GHz Intel N280 Atom Processor
1GB DDR2 533MHz Memory
250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
Integrated Wi-Fi
10.1″ LED Backlit Display, 1024×600 native resolution (WSVGA)
Microsoft Windows 7 Starter (32 bit)
9 Hours of Battery Life

There are however 2 limitation on this netbook: it doesn’t have bluetooth; and it’s available only in one color – Onyx Black. If you couldn’t deal with any of these limitation, then you may choose to go for the more expensive model, NB205-N330, which solve these 2 limitations altogether.

Overall rating and customer reviews

Small enough to throw in a purse or bag, the affordable, super-compact 10.1-inch Toshiba mini NB205 netbook--which weighs just under 3 pounds--is designed with smart features like a full-sized keyboard and touchpad, long battery life, 3 USB ports (including one Sleep and Charge port) and a hard drive impact sensor that protects your data. You'll also get excellent battery life with the included six-cell battery that provides up to 9 hours of battery power--enabling you to go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge. With up to 9 hours of battery life the Toshiba mini NB205 lets you go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge (see larger image). The Toshiba mini NB205-N230 features a brilliant high-gloss Fusion Finish in Black Onyx that's sure to capture attention. It comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Starter operating system, which combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. It includes new Windows 7 features like Jump Lists to help you to better find and manage files, and connecting to printers and peripherals is easier than ever. (Learn more about Windows 7 Starter below.) Created especially for mobile devices, Intel's 1.6 GHz Atom N280 processor uses an innovative design structure and hafnium-infused circuitry that helps reduce electrical current leakage in transistors--which means longer battery life when you're on the go. It also includes the Intel 945GSE graphics chipset, which provides browsing the internet, emailing, running basic PC applications and enjoying online digital media. This model of the Toshiba mini NB205 (NB205-N230) has a brilliant high-gloss Fusion Finish in Black Onyx, and it features an extra-large 250 GB hard disk drive, 1 GB of RAM (upgradeable to 2 GB), 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g), Fast Ethernet, and a Secure Digital memory card slot. Key Features 10.1-inch LED backlit widescreen display (1024 x 600-pixel resolution) provides richer colors and clearer definition--perfect for browsing the internet Windows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do--less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. And Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. (Learn more) Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. A small notebook PC running Windows 7 Home Premium is even easier to use. The new taskbar and advanced navigation features make launching programs, opening files, managing windows, and getting around your PC faster and easier. Personalize your PC to be just the way you want it with helpful gadgets and desktop themes--even turn your desktop into a slideshow of your favorite photos. And you get the best entertainment experience on a PC. With Windows Media Center, you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV. 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N280 processor combines performance and efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile (Learn more) 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) with an impact sensor that helps safeguard your data by "parking" the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. (Learn more) 1 GB of RAM (800 MHz; 1 memory slot; upgradeable to 2 GB) Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA950 with up to 251 MB of dynamically allocated shared graphics memory Webcam (0.3 megapixels) integrated into the bezel for easy video chats and teleconferencing Three USB ports with one Sleep and Charge port on the left side, allowing you to charge your mobile phone and other devices even when the notebook is asleep or off. Full-sized keyboard (85 keys) Integrated Wi-Fi networking (802.11b.g) so you can communicate, browse and share while on the move Fast Ethernet wired networking (10/100) Built-in mono speaker Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works for word processing and spreadsheet work. Enjoy a 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007. Up to 9 hours of battery life from included 6-cell battery (5800 mAh) Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.6 x 1.27 inches (WxDxH) Weight: 2.93 pounds Environmentally focused with RoHS compatibility (reducing its environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances), Energy Star 5.0 compliant, and EPEAT Gold compliant Warranty: 1 year warranty with international limited warranty coverage Networking, Connectivity & Expansion This Toshiba mini NB205 notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks, and it offers the following ports: 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players Analog video output: 1 VGA Memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), and MultiMediaCard (MMC) 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack 10/100 Fast Ethernet The right side of the NB205. The left side of the NB205. The front of the NB205. What's in the box This package contains the Toshiba mini NB205-N230 netbook, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2009 (30-day trial), Microsoft Works 9, Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Edition (60-day trial), Windows Media Player, Google Toolbar, WildTangent Orb game console, Toshiba PC Health Monitor Learn More Windows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do--less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. Windows 7 Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. Simpler and easier to use Built with the latest technology Makes home networking easy Features like Jump Lists, Pin, Snap, and Windows Search all make using a small notebook PC simple and easy. Connecting to printers and devices is easier than ever. Windows 7 Starter supports the latest hardware and software. Joining home networks with other PCs running Windows 7 is easy and simple. Connecting to wireless networks is easy and fast. Internet Explorer 8 improves the safety of web browsing. Intel Atom Processor: Your PC's Perfect Internet Companion Take the Internet to more places with the long battery life and flexibility of a compact, lightweight netbook powered by the incredibly small, amazingly smart Intel Atom processor. It features a design structure that packs in 47 million transistors into a single chip sized at just 22mm (0.87 inches), and it uses just 2.5 watts of power--less than 1/10 of the 35 watts used by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor--for excellent battery management. This 1.66 GHz Atom N280 processor also includes a power-optimized front side bus of 533 MHz for faster data transfer on demanding mobile applications and a 512 KB L2 cache (which temporarily stores data). Hard Drive Protection While the highly portable nature of mini-notebooks exposes them to the knocks and bumps that are an inevitable feature of life on the move, the Toshiba mini NB205 features a 3D-accelerometer monitoring system that detects freefalls, shocks and vibrations and protects the integrated HDD to secure against the loss of any personal data.

Toshiba Mini NB205-N330

Michael — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:54:01 +0000

Toshiba recently announced an update to its Mini NB205 netbook line. The new Toshiba NB205-N330 will comes with Windows 7 Starter Edition instead of Windows XP, while the hard drive capacity will increase from 160GB to 250GB. The rest of the specs are similar to the original NB205-N310 model — still having the same excellent keyboard, wide touchpad, and high capacity battery that provide up to 9 hours of battery life (find out more from the Toshiba Mini NB205 review here).

The Toshiba Mini NB205-N330 is now available on Amazon for $419.99.

Overall rating and customer reviews

Small enough to throw in a purse or bag, the affordable, super-compact 10.1-inch Toshiba mini NB205 netbook--which weighs just under 3 pounds--is designed with smart features like a full-sized keyboard and touchpad, long battery life, 3 USB ports (including one Sleep and Charge port) and a hard drive impact sensor that protects your data. You'll also get excellent battery life with the included six-cell battery that provides up to 9 hours of battery power--enabling you to go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge. With up to nine hours of battery life the Toshiba mini NB205 lets you go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge (see larger image). The distinctively styled Toshiba mini NB205-N330BL features a textured finish with a Matrix pattern in Royal Blue that's sure to capture attention. It comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Starter operating system, which combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. It includes new Windows 7 features like Jump Lists to help you to better find and manage files, and connecting to printers and peripherals is easier than ever. (Learn more about Windows 7 Starter below.) Created especially for mobile devices, Intel's 1.6 GHz Atom N280 processor uses an innovative design structure and hafnium-infused circuitry that helps reduce electrical current leakage in transistors--which means longer battery life when you're on the go. It also includes the Intel 945GSE graphics chipset, which provides browsing the internet, emailing, running basic PC applications and enjoying online digital media. This model of the Toshiba mini NB205 (NB205-N330BL) has a distinctively styled cover in Royal Blue, which is accented by a textured finish with a Matrix pattern. It features a 250 GB hard disk drive, 1 GB of RAM (upgradeable to 2 GB), 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g), Bluetooth connectivity (including stereo music streaming capability), Fast Ethernet, and a Secure Digital memory card slot. Key Features 10.1-inch LED backlit widescreen display (1024 x 600-pixel resolution) provides richer colors and clearer definition--perfect for browsing the internet Windows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do--less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. And Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. (Learn more) Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. A small notebook PC running Windows 7 Home Premium is even easier to use. The new taskbar and advanced navigation features make launching programs, opening files, managing windows, and getting around your PC faster and easier. Personalize your PC to be just the way you want it with helpful gadgets and desktop themes--even turn your desktop into a slideshow of your favorite photos. And you get the best entertainment experience on a PC. With Windows Media Center, you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV. 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N280 processor combines performance and efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile (Learn more) 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) with an impact sensor that helps safeguard your data by "parking" the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. (Learn more) 1 GB of RAM (800 MHz; 1 memory slot; upgradeable to 2 GB) Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA950 with up to 251 MB of dynamically allocated shared graphics memory Webcam (0.3 megapixels) integrated into the bezel for easy video chats and teleconferencing Three USB ports with one Sleep and Charge port on the left side, allowing you to charge your mobile phone and other devices even when the notebook is asleep or off. Full-sized keyboard (85 keys) Integrated Wi-Fi networking (802.11b.g) so you can communicate, browse and share while on the move Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones as well as enjoy wireless stereo music streaming (thanks to its embedded A2DP profile). Fast Ethernet wired networking (10/100) Built-in mono speaker Up to 9 hours of battery life from included 6-cell battery Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.6 x 1.27 inches (WxDxH) Weight: 2.93 pounds Environmentally focused with RoHS compatibility (reducing its environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances), Energy Star 5.0 compliant, and EPEAT Gold compliant Warranty: 1 year warranty with international limited warranty coverage Networking, Connectivity & Expansion This Toshiba mini NB205 notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks as well as Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1 + EDR), which enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and mobile phones. You'll also be able to stream music to compatible Bluetooth-enabled headphones and speakers thanks to the embedded A2DP profile. It offers the following ports: 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players Analog video output: 1 VGA Memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), and MultiMediaCard (MMC) 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack 10/100 Fast Ethernet The right side of the NB205. The left side of the NB205. The front of the NB205. What's in the box This package contains the Toshiba mini NB205-N330BL netbook, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2009, Microsoft Works 9, Windows Media Player, Google Toolbar, Toshiba PC Health Monitor Learn More Windows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do--less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. Windows 7 Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. Simpler and easier to use Built with the latest technology Makes home networking easy Features like Jump Lists, Pin, Snap, and Windows Search all make using a small notebook PC simple and easy. Connecting to printers and devices is easier than ever. Windows 7 Starter supports the latest hardware and software. Joining home networks with other PCs running Windows 7 is easy and simple. Connecting to wireless networks is easy and fast. Internet Explorer 8 improves the safety of web browsing. Intel Atom Processor: Your PC's Perfect Internet Companion Take the Internet to more places with the long battery life and flexibility of a compact, lightweight netbook powered by the incredibly small, amazingly smart Intel Atom processor. It features a design structure that packs in 47 million transistors into a single chip sized at just 22mm (0.87 inches), and it uses just 2.5 watts of power--less than 1/10 of the 35 watts used by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor--for excellent battery management. This 1.66 GHz Atom N280 processor also includes a power-optimized front side bus of 533 MHz for faster data transfer on demanding mobile applications and a 512 KB L2 cache (which temporarily stores data). Hard Drive Protection While the highly portable nature of mini-notebooks exposes them to the knocks and bumps that are an inevitable feature of life on the move, the Toshiba mini NB205 features a 3D-accelerometer monitoring system that detects freefalls, shocks and vibrations and protects the integrated HDD to secure against the loss of any personal data.

Toshiba Mini NB205-N31X

Michael — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 03:28:48 +0000

The Toshiba NB205 comes in 2 configuration. While the basic version listed on top is extremely popular due to lower price, it comes with only Black Onyx casing, a slightly different keyboard design, and without Bluetooth feature.

These models here (NB205-N310 to N131), although are higher in price, they come in 4 color option: blue, white, brown, and pink. These models have a chicklet stlye keyboard, and do have Bluetooth feature. They are currently available in Amazon.com for $399.99. Each color comes with a different model name:

Toshiba mini NB205-N310BN (Sable brown finish)
Toshiba mini NB205-N311W (Frost White casing)
Toshiba mini NB205-N312BL (Royal Blue finish)
Toshiba mini NB205-N313P (Posh Pink finish)

Overall rating and customer reviews

Small enough to throw in a purse or bag, the affordable, super-compact 10.1-inch Toshiba mini NB205 netbook--which weighs just under 3 pounds--is designed with smart features like a full-sized keyboard and touchpad, long battery life, USB Sleep-and-Charge ports and a hard drive impact sensor that protects your data. You'll also get excellent battery life with the included six-cell battery that provides up to 9 hours of battery power--enabling you to go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge. With up to nine hours of battery life the Toshiba mini NB205 lets you go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge (see larger image). The distinctively styled Toshiba mini NB205-N311/W features a textured finish with a Matrix pattern in Frost White that's sure to capture attention. Created especially for mobile devices, Intels 1.6 GHz Atom N280 processor uses an innovative design structure and hafnium-infused circuitry that helps reduce electrical current leakage in transistors--which means longer battery life when you're on the go. It also includes the Intel 945GSE graphics chipset, which provides browsing the internet, emailing, running basic PC applications and enjoying online digital media. This model of the Toshiba mini NB205 (NB205-N313/P) has a distinctively styled cover in Posh Pink, which is accented by a textured finish with a Matrix pattern. It features a 160 GB hard disk drive, 1 GB of RAM (upgradeable to 2 GB), 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g), Bluetooth connectivity, Fast Ethernet, and a Secure Digital memory card slot. It comes preinstalled with the Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system, which offers more experienced users an enhanced and innovative experience that incorporates Windows Live features like Windows Live Messenger for instant messaging and Windows Live Mail for consolidated email accounts on your desktop. Key Features 10.1-inch LED backlit widescreen display (1024 x 600-pixel resolution) provides richer colors and clearer definition--perfect for browsing the internet 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N280 processor combines performance and efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile (Learn more) 160 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) with an impact sensor that helps safeguard your data by "parking" the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. (Learn more) 1 GB of RAM (800 MHz; 1 memory slot; upgradeable to 2 GB) Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA950 with up to 251 MB of dynamically allocated shared graphics memory Webcam (0.3 megapixels) integrated into the bezel for easy video chats and teleconferencing Three USB Sleep-and-Charge ports allow you to charge your mobile phone and other devices even when the notebook is asleep or off. Full-sized keyboard (85 keys) Integrated Wi-Fi networking (802.11b.g) so you can communicate, browse and share while on the move Bluetooth connectivity for syncing smartphones and using headphone for online video chats and Internet telephony. Fast Ethernet wired networking (10/100) Built-in mono speaker Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system Up to 9 hours of battery life from included 6-cell battery Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.6 x 1.27 inches (WxDxH) Weight: 2.93 pounds Environmentally focused with RoHS compatibility (reducing its environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances), Energy Star 5.0 compliant, and EPEAT Gold compliant Warranty: 1 year warranty with international limited warranty coverage Networking, Connectivity & Expansion This Toshiba mini NB205 notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN (Atheros) that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks as well as Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1 + EDR), which enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and mobile phones. It offers the following ports: 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players Analog video output: 1 VGA Memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), and MultiMediaCard (MMC) 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack 10/100 Fast Ethernet The right side of the NB205. The left side of the NB205. The front of the NB205. What's in the box This package contains the Toshiba mini NB205-N313/P netbook, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2009, Microsoft Works 9, Windows Media Player, Google Toolbar, Toshiba PC Health Monitor Learn More Power-Sipping Processor The Intel Atom processor uses a design structure that packs in 47 million transistors into a single chip sized at just 22mm (0.87 inches), and it uses just 2.5 watts of power--less than 1/10 of the 35 watts used by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor--for excellent battery management. This 1.66 GHz Atom N280 processor also includes a power-optimized front side bus of 533 MHz for faster data transfer on demanding mobile applications and a 512 KB L2 cache (which temporarily stores data). Hard Drive Protection While the highly portable nature of mini-notebooks exposes them to the knocks and bumps that are an inevitable feature of life on the move, the Toshiba mini NB205 features a 3D-accelerometer monitoring system that detects freefalls, shocks and vibrations and protects the integrated HDD to secure against the loss of any personal data.