Can i buy Toshiba Tecra R840-11W?

Friends,
Can i buy the below specification notebook?
my purpose is oracle database, linux, visual studio.net, windows and virtual machines, watching movies, playing little games, listening music

is the below notebook is having all the latest features?
is the processor a sandy bridge?
is it possible to upgrade this notebook in the future?

Price: 1600$ (6000 Saudi Riyals)

Model: Toshiba Tecra R840-11W

Colour: Graphite Black Metallic

Description:
Core i7-2620M (2.70/3.40GHz Turbo),
500GB (7200rpm) SATA,
4GB DDR3 (1333MHz),
2GB DDR3 (1333MHz) 2nd MEM,
14.0 HD 200 LD Altair,
DVD-Super-Multi (DL) 9.5mm - Altair,
ATI Seymour Pro 1GB(DDR3)(TBD),
Intel a/g/n (2x2) RP2 MOW-HMC w/ BT V3.0+EDR,
LI 9-8400,
Gbit BTO, Smartcard Altair,
Display Port, Dual Point (Altair),
eSATA / USB3.0, Win7 64bit Professional,
1 year EMEA,
+2 years, Carry-in,
16" CC PX1769E-1NCA Carry Case advanced edition,
TPM, Fingerprint Sensor,
VGA (0.3Mpix) w/o auto macro (w/Mic),
Intel AMT 7.0,
Graphite Black Metallic w/ pattern (AltairML),
A4 w/ touch pad on/off button' Express Card Altair.

your quick response is highly appreciated.

regards
sathy

 

Yes, it's a Sandy Bridge [i7-2620M - Dual Core] and the RAM/Harddrive can be upgraded later. Has most of the latest features available (should also have USB 3.0, but I didn't see it listed).


I would call to see if it has the 720p screen or 900p screen [would be better for programming and database work]. The US models have been updated with the option to buy a higher resolution 900p screen; I hear Europe doesn't have this option yet.

Good luck

 

thanks alex....one more thing...can you check the below url....

http://gulf.computers.toshiba-europ...a-R840-11W/1108719/toshibaShop/false/

the above url is having all the specification details. is it mentioned about the "720p screen or 900p screen" and USB 3.0?

thanks

 

I clicked on the link, but a Toshiba site with an "error" pops up. I tried searching for the Tecra on the provided site, but it just keeps saying error. Maybe it's because I'm outside of their region.

If it's a r840, it should come with USB 3.0. AS for the screen being 900p, that is an upgrade. If you don't see it, then it is probably not available (I would call though; maybe they can let you know when it is available).

Here's the U.S. model. As you will see, it does provide an option to upgrade to 900p.
Tecra R840-ST8401 Laptop

 

Thanks alex....below are the details i copied from the site which is working in saudi arabia (middle east)

Processor type : Intel® Core™ i7-2620M Processor
clock speed : 2.70 / 3.40 Turbo GHz
Front Side Bus : 1333 MHz
3rd level cache : 4 MB
Operating system
Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 64-bit (pre-installed, Toshiba-HDD recovery)

Design Colour colour : Graphite Black with grooved texture, matt black keyboard
System memory standard : 6,144 (4,096 + 2,048) MB
maximum expandability : 8,192 MB
technology : DDR3 RAM (1,333 MHz)
Hard disk capacity : 500 GB
drive rotation : 7,200 rpm
DVD Super Multi drive (Double Layer) compatibility : CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-R(DL), DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R(DL), DVD+RW, DVD-RAM
maximum speed : Read: 24x CD-ROM, 8x DVD-ROM/ Write: 24x CD-R, 4x CD-RW, 10x HS CD-RW, 16x US CD-RW, 8x DVD-R, 6x DVD-R (Double Layer), 6x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+R, 6x DVD+R (Double Layer), 8x DVD+RW, 5x DVD-RAM
type : DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) drive
Display size : 35.6cm (14.0”)
type : Toshiba HD non-reflective High Brightness display with 16 : 9 aspect ratio and LED backlighting
internal resolution : 1,366 x 768
Graphics adapter type : AMD Radeon™ HD 6450M Graphics using HyperMemory™ technology
memory amount : 1,024 MB dedicated VRAM. Available graphics memory can be expanded using system memory, through HyperMemory™ technology: up to 3,814 MB with 6 GB system memory installed (with pre-installed 64-bit operating system).
memory type : DDR3 Video RAM (resp. Video RAM and system memory combined)
connected bus : PCI Express®
Internal video modes The following internal video modes are supported:
resolution : 1,366 x 768
Max. external video modes max. resolution : 2,048 x 1,536
max. refresh rate : 85 Hz
non-interlaced resolution with max. refresh rate : 2,048 x 1,536
Interfaces 1 × DC-in
1 × external monitor
1 × RJ-45
1 × external microphone
1 × headphone (stereo)
1 × integrated VGA Web Camera with built-in microphone
1 × Multi-Card Reader (supports SD™ Card up to 2 GB, miniSD™/microSD™ Card with adapter up to 2 GB, SDHC™ Card up to 32 GB, SDXC™ Card up to 64 GB and MultiMedia Card™ up to 2 GB)
1 (Right) × USB 3.0
1 (Left) × USB 2.0
1 × DisplayPort
Expansion 2 × memory slots (1 to configure)
1 × Express Card™ slot (34 mm)
1 × connector to Toshiba Hi-Speed Port Replicator II
Wireless communication Compliancy : Wi-Fi™
Network Support : 802.11a/b/g/n
Manufacturer : Intel®
Wireless Technology : Wireless LAN
Manufacturer : Intel®
Wireless Technology : Bluetooth® 3.0
Wired communication topology : Gigabit Ethernet LAN
speed : 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T
Sound system supported audio format : 24-bit stereo
speakers : built-in stereo speaker
Keyboard keys : 87
Windows keys : Yes
special features : Full-size matt black tile keyboard
Battery technology : lithium-ion, 6 cell
maximum life : up to 11h00min (Mobile Mark™ 2007)
AC adapter input voltage : autosensing AC adapter (100/240 V) for worldwide usage
output voltage : 19 V
output current : 3.95 A
Physical dimensions W x L x H : 341.0 x 239.0 x 19.9 (front) / 27.4 (rear) mm
weight : starting at 1.99 kg
Warranty 1-year international warranty. Upgrade your standard warranty with Toshiba warranty extension, uplift and all-risks insurance packs.
Bundled hardware AC adapter
Bundled software Toshiba Bluetooth™ Stack
Toshiba Bluetooth™ Monitor
Toshiba Disc Creator
Toshiba User's Manual
Supervisor Password Utility
Toshiba Assist
Chicony Camera Assistant Software
Toshiba Face Recognition
Toshiba Value Added Package (Toshiba Power Saver, Toshiba Zooming Utility, Toshiba PC Diagnostic Tool, Toshiba Flash Cards, Toshiba Components Common Driver, Toshiba Accessibility, Toshiba Button Support)
McAfee® Internet Security (includes free Internet updates for 30 days)
WildTangent Games Console
Toshiba Photo Service
Toshiba Recovery Media Creator
Nero BackItUp & Burn Autobackup Essentials
Skype
Bing Toolbar and Bing Search
Amazon
This PC includes limited functionality versions of Microsoft ® Word and Excel with advertising. Purchase Microsoft ® Office 2010 to activate a full-featured suite preloaded on this PC.
Toshiba Video Player
Nero Multimedia Suite 10 Essential
Connectivity Doctor
ConfigFree™
Toshiba utilities and drivers
Toshiba EasyGuard Security
Toshiba Device Access Control (on request)
Execute Disable Bit (XD-Bit)
Advanced Encryption (TPM)
Fingerprint Reader-Single Sign On
SmartCard Reader
Computrace® enabled BIOS
Password Utilities
Antivirus Software
Toshiba Security Assist
Intel® Anti-Theft

Protection
Easy Fix Components
PC Diagnostics
Durable Design
Shock Protection Design
HDD Protection and 3D accelerometer
Spill-resistant Keyboard
Optical Drive Auto Lock
Kensington Lock
Data Backup

Connectivity
Diversity Antenna
Voice over IP ready
Video over IP ready
Toshiba ConfigFree™
Bluetooth®
Wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g/N)

Manageability
AccuPoint™ mouse pointer
Toshiba Media Contoller
Multi-Touch Touchpad
Toshiba LifeSpace
Eco Utility
PC Health Monitor
Toshiba TEMPRO Performance Tuning Service
Toshiba Power Saver Utility
Virtualization Technology
Intel® Active Management Technology
Port Replicator (optional)
Dynadock 'USB Port Replicator' (optional)
Security features user password
slot for Kensington Cable Lock
supervisor password
HDD password on request
Special features ENERGY STAR 5.0 qualified computer
Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep® Technology
HD Audio supporting
SM BIOS compliant
Certification This product is in compliance with the requirements of the applicable European Directives for CE marking.

 

The Tecra you listed does have USB 3.0. However, it does NOT have a 1600x900p screen. The screen is only 1,366 x 768.


If I were you, I would check out a computer store and ask to see a laptop with a 1,366 x 768 screen. If that is ok with you, then you should be fine.

By the way, 1,366 x 768 is very normal for a 14" laptop. The 1600x900 screen on a 14" laptop is more of a luxury.


Good luck

 

But for programming, it's an essential "luxury" because it makes a really big difference.

 

Edit is most likely right. Get a laptop with 900p if doing programming

 

Thanks alex and edit....
but this notebook is not having international warranty...
can you people suggest any toshiba notebook which will meet my requirement i can spend upto $1700? but it should be available in saudi arabia or in india...or if i order it should come to india.

otherwise how about the below one but its hp...

HP RCTO UMA noFPR 8460p Base NB PC
Windows 7 PRO 64 OF10 STR O/S
DRDVD Win7 w/o WinDVD Restore Media
Intel Core i7-2620M Dual Core Processor
Integrated 720p HD Webcam
14.0 HD fCam FLT Display
4GB 1333DDR3 1DM Memory
500GB 7200RPM Hard Drive
6C 55Wh Long Life 3Yr Battery
DVD RW Optical Drive
DualPoint Keyboard
V92 MDC Modem
802.11 a/b/g/n I2 WLAN Card
2.1 BlueTooth
No WWAN Module
NO vPro AMT supported Feature
No Finger Print Reader
3/3/0 Warranty
65W Hardware Kit
Core i7-2G Label
eStar PCID Module
MS Windows 7 Logo Label

 

Still has a mediocre screen resolution.

Also never get the i7-2620M

The i7-2620M is essentially never worth it. Get the i5-2520M. The i7 is only marginally better by an unnoticeable amount, but the cost difference is absurd.

Try to look at the Lenovo Thinkpad T420 and Dell Latitude E5420 / E6420, which have a 1600x900 option - the most important thing by far for programming.

A 1600x900 display is available with the 8460p, but you either have to get one of the preconfig models that have it, or configure your own model. And HP tries to extort money from people via the configurable models.

 

thanks edit...
how about quad core processor?
i7-2720 QM?

 

Also, I would advise against the HD6450M equipped R840. It is not switchable. In 14" 900P consider a Lenovo T420s, Dell E5420/E6420, HP Probook 4430s/6460P/8460P. 13" Sony SA has a 900P LCD.

Can compare these and more in the thin-and-light link in my sig. 15" MSI GE620 a great value 1080P, lightweight system to consider.

 

If your usage benefits from a quad, the quad is okay to select, but if the 2630QM is available, then stick with it because it's got a better price-to-performance ratio than the 2720QM.

 

@ for Everybody.....

friends...only 5 days left...i have to buy a new notebook.....

what is the difference between gaming notebook and business series?
gaming notebook will also having the high capacity of processors and cpu is it?
so can i do the work in gaming notebook which i am doing in business series notebook?

if yes, then which gaming notebook can i buy?

regards

 

Please can anybody give a reply......

 

Gaming notebook = more raw power (CPU and GPU), but at the cost of: usually heavier (less mobile) and has significantly less battery life. Most gaming laptops are 7 lbs and over.

If you want more power, you can try to get a "high performance" laptop [step below gaming laptop]. Usually has a dedicated switchable graphics GPU (Nvidia GT version, NOT GTX version; or ATI Switchable Hybrid Graphics). Usually around 5-6 lbs.


Business class is usually better quality, more durable and lightweight. Also has a good amount of battery life.
However, there are also business class "workstations" which are made for Engineers or any profession that requires a professional grade GPU. These can be heavy and have decreased battery life (similar to gaming laptops).

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Overall, if you plan on carrying your laptop around to many places, a heavy gaming notebook can become a burden. If your not going to be moving it to many places, then it could work.


Good luck