Toshiba Satellite A55-S326 Laptop (1.60 GHz Pentium M (Centrino), 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD SuperMulti Drive) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Toshiba
Category: Personal Computer
List Price: $1,499.99
Buy Used: $1,099.82
You Save: $400.17 (27%)
Avg. Customer Rating:  3 reviews
Sales Rank: 2983
Hardware Type: Notebook Computer
Platform: Windows Xp Home Edition
Media: Personal Computers
Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 1.6
CPU Type: Intel Pentium M
Processors: 1
System Bus Speed: 400
System Memory: 512
Memory Type: DDR SDRAM
Secondary Cache Size: 2
Keyboard: Full-Size
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Hard Drive Size: 60
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Graphics Card: Intel 852GM integrated graphics controller
Graphics RAM: 32
Modem: 56 Kbps
Network Interface: Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG - 802.11b/g
Free Memory Slots: 1
Display Size: 15
Shipping Weight (lbs): 9
Dimensions (in): 16 x 14 x 7
nv:Operating Systems: MicrosoftA WindowsA XP Home
Platform: Notebook PC
Expansion Ports: 1 - Type I/II PC Card Slot
USB Ports: 3
FireWire Ports: 1
LAN Ports: 1
Modem Ports: 1
Audio Out Jacks: 1
Line In Jacks: 1
Microphone Jacks: 1
VGA Ports: 1
S-Video Connectors: 1
Processor Brand: Intel
Processor Class: Pentiumreg; M Processor
Processor Number: 725
Processor Speed: 1.6GHz
Processor FSB: 400MHz
Processor Cache: 2MB
Additional Technologies: Intel Centrino Mobile Technology
Memory Type: DDR
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: PSA50U-03C021
Model: A55-S326
UPC: 032017251045
EAN: 0032017251045
ASIN: B0002D6POU
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| • | Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home | | • | Processor: Intel Centrino 1.6GHz | | • | Memory: 512MB DDR | | • | Optical Drive: DVDRW | | • | Viewable Screen Size: 15-inch XGA |
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Product Description
Ideal for the mobile consumer, students and families, the lightweight Satellite A55 notebook PC includes the right mix of features and innovative software to get the job done.The Satellite A55 includes an integrated Wi-Fi (802.11b/g) wireless connectivity for easy connection to the Internet at home, on campus or on the road via a local public hotspot. The 6-cell main battery provides up to 3.54 hours of battery life.
Amazon.com Product Description
bThe Basics:/bbr Toshiba's Satellite A55-S326 Notebook PC is a midlevel, cost-conscious mobile computer well suited to private and professional people on the go who value easy portability, efficiency and wireless connectivity. The system does not expertly handle 3D graphics in its stock configuration, so gamers and anyone who works with 3D visuals may need to upgrade its video capabilities or select another Satellite model. But for most common remote and home tasks, the Satellite A55-S326 is a smart solution.p bProcessor:/bbr At the heart of any computer lies the CPU (or processor), a miracle of miniaturization that governs the speed and power of the entire unit. Some of today's notebooks are equipped with high-end CPU's on par with those found in top-of-the-line desktop PCs, though these machines are usually noticeably larger and more power hungry than their less powerful counterparts. For the Satellite A55-S326, Toshiba has selected a 1.6 GHz Pentium M 725 processor. Introduced in 2003, the original Pentium M represented a breakthrough in mobile processing technology, offering ultra-efficient battery usage yet a very large (one MB) "Level 2 cache" for more power than the Pentium M's comparatively low clock speeds might indicate. The CPU in this computer is a brand new breed of Pentium M chip, unveiled in 2004 and offering double the Level 2 cache (a stunning two MB) of the already impressive original Pentium M. Though this particular CPU's 1.6 GHz clock speed is one of the lowest in the new Pentium Ms, it is nevertheless a technologically advanced chip powerful enough for all but the most demanding notebook applications.p bMemory:/bbr Computers typically store information on their hard drive, but they keep frequently and recently accessed data in Random Access Memory (RAM). More RAM means faster computing, superior multitasking and less strain on your hard drive. The Satellite A55-S326 includes 512 MB of RAM, an allotment that's considered quite adequate even if you perform lots of multitasking. The system also allows you to expand to two full GB, more than enough for any situation.p bVideo:/bbr CPU's are usually so busy doing basic calculations that they need help translating visual output to the viewing screen. This is the duty of the video card (or controller). This system's video controller is an integrated Intel 852GM chipset with 32 MB or shared (not dedicated) video memory. As such, the Satellite A55-S326 cannot be considered a true graphics powerhouse. Though it will adequately handle most typical mobile 2D programs and undemanding 3D applications such as older games, it won't smoothly render midlevel and high-end 3D graphics. Thusly, serious gamers and 3D artisans may want to steer clear.p bDisplay:/bbr At 15 inches, the unit's XGA TFT LCD display is larger than that of early generation notebooks but is now considered the norm. The screen's highest supported resolution of 1024 by 768 is also typical of current midlevel and even some high-end mobile computers.p bHard Disk:/bbr The Satellite A55-S326 features a solid 60 GB of hard disk space. This is an average size for today's notebooks, offering enough room for general applications and files and a small library of music or multimedia files too.p bOptical Drive:/bbr An optical drive is essential in today's computing environment. A "CD-ROM" drive allows you to install CD-based applications and play music CDs. A "CD-RW" drive adds CD "burning", so you can also backup your important files to long-lasting discs and create personalized music CDs. With a DVD-ROM drive you can watch DVD movies. And with a DVD-RW drive, you can "write" home movies to durable discs and archive files to DVD (DVDs boast more than seven times the storage capacity of a CD). Some drives allow you to do a combination of any or all of these tasks. This system features a DVD-SuperMulti drive, through which you can do everything above in all the current CD and DVD formats.p bAudio:/bbr The unit features an integrated audio processor, two miniature stereo speakers and a microphone jack.p bKeyboard and Controls:/bbr Toshiba has fitted the system with a standard notebook keyboard and a TouchPad pointing device.p bConnectivity and Expansion:/bbr The Satellite A55-S326 offers a wide variety of ways to keep in touch, including a 56K modem for low-speed dial-up Internet and email access, an RJ-45 Ethernet port for high-speed wired network and Internet, and integrated wireless LAN (Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG-802.11g) for cordless e-communication at home, at the office or on the road via a local public hotspot. The unit also features three high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast interaction with plug and play devices such as external drives and digital cameras. An IEEE 1394 FireWire port (commonly used for quick data uploads from digital camcorders) is not provided.p bOperating System and Software:/bbr Toshiba has fitted the system with today's most widely accepted operating system, Microsoft's Windows XP Home Edition.p bDimensions and Weight:/bbr Notebook computers are manufactured in a wide variety of sizes and weights. Many of today's most powerful notebooks are also the largest, weighing ten or twelve lbs or more and therefore too big and cumbersome for extensive, continuous traveling. These are often referred to as "desktop replacements". On the other extreme are "thin and lights" or "ultra-portables", super-miniaturized units that typically aren't as powerful as their larger brethren but weigh as little as two lbs and will often fit comfortably inside a large purse. Tipping the scales at 6.1 lbs and measuring 13.3 by 10.7 by 1.4 inches, the Satellite A55-S326 is smaller than today's average yet not so tiny that you'll pay a premium price.p bPower:/bbr The Satellite A55-S326 is equipped with a 6-cell Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery that delivers a commendable 3.54 hours of operation under ideal conditions.p
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 Good but continuous problems when turning it on December 13, 2005
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
After a year of buying it, this laptop is working okay, but it's been at least 15 times that, when turning it on, a disk error happens and it asks me to restart. I once had to reinstall the drivers because it wasn't working. I don't know if this powering on is harmless, but it is annoying, since it's a brand new machine.
 Worst laptop I have seen March 14, 2005
I bought this machine thinking that toshiba designs good laptop but after using it for 3-4 months, its key-board doesnt work properly.There are so many hard-ware defects i have found. Service Center also does not provide satisfactory services. I would advise not to go for toshiba laptops. Better go for Dell or IBM.
 Nice basic machine, cheaper at CostCo with bigger drive October 23, 2004
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I bought this same machine with a larger, 80Gb drive for two hundred dollars less at my local CostCo. br /br /The Centrino is a big win over a Pentium 4 for laptop use: lots better battery life, less heat. The built in WiFi is, of course, a great feature but this machine has a little external on/off switch, which can take your ad-hoc network offline (for security) or just easily let you save additional power when you're not using the network. At 6 pounds, it isn't the lightest machine, but it is much lighter than the Pentium 4 laptop it replaced for me (a Compaq Presario 2500 at about 9 pounds).br /br /One negative: The silver paint finish on the screen cover rubbed off the very first time I put the machine in a laptop bag with a mouse. It costs a lot more money to cast colored plastic than to paint it, so this is one place where Toshiba cut corners and it shows, literally.
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