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Toshiba Tecra S1

Performance
PC WorldBench 4: Performance word scores reflect comparisons of PCs in the same category (power or value) running the same operating system. See Guide to the Top-Rated Products for more details.Outstanding: 125 (Windows XP Professional)
Base configuration Very good
CPU1.6-GHz Pentium M
Screen size15 inches
System memory512MB of DDR266 SDRAM
Hard drive40GB
Graphics32MB ATI Mobility Radeon 9000
Pointing deviceTouchpad, eraserhead
ExpandabilityOne multipurpose bay, two PC Card slots, expansion bus port
Extra featuresVery good
Bundled removable-media drives8X DVD-ROM and 24X/10X/24X CD-RW combo drive
CommunicationsBuilt-in V.92 modem, network interface, and 802.11b Wi-Fi
Extra portsHeadphone jack, composite video ports
Business suiteNone
Other featuresSD (Secure Digital) slot
Overall designVery good
Battery life (hours:minutes)Outstanding: 6:38
Weight (typical/minimum, in pounds)Average: 7.6/6.5
Vendor's reliability/serviceGood/Fair
Support policyThree-year parts and labor warranty; free unlimited 24-hour daily toll-free support