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    Few questions about the Satellite M70

    Discussion in 'Toshiba' started by Chim, Feb 15, 2006.

  1. Chim

    Chim Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'll number them to make it easier to answer :)

    1. Is there any difference between the M70 models in terms of build quality (M70-GL1 vs M70-GM3) or is that just to indicate the components inside?

    2. How is the general build quality on the Satellite M70 lineup? I've read some bad stories on Notebook review about the Satellite models in general, but nothing about the M70 specifically.

    3. Whats teh battery life like?

    4. Is this a good deal? M70-GM1 for $1100 canadian.
    Specs:
    Processor:
    - Intel® Pentium® M 740-1.7GHz processor
    - 400MHz FSB
    - L1 Cache 32KB/32KB (instruction/data), L2 Cache 1MB

    Memory
    Standard Memory: 1x512MB DDR2
    Maximum Memory: 2GB DDR
    Expansion Modules: 256MB, 512MB, or 1024MB

    Hard Disk Drive: 40.0 billion bytes (5,400 rpm). 9.5mm height, 2.5” (S-ATA),
    Optical Drive: Built-in Combo Drive (CD-RW/DVD-ROM)
    - Maximum speed: CD-R(24x)/CD-RW(24x)/DVD-ROM (8x)/ CD-ROM(24x), ATAPI interface.
    - Software Decoder: InterVideo WinDVD

    Display System
    Type: TFT Active Matrix colour LCD display
    Size (diagonal): 15.4” WXGA TFT
    LCD Panel Resolution: 1280x800x16.7 million colours
    External Support and Maximum Colour Support:
    - 800x600x16.7 million colours
    - 1,024x768x16.7 million colours
    - 1,024x800x16.7 million colours
    - 1,280x1,024x16.7 million colours
    - 1,600x1,200x16.7 million colours
    - 1,920x1,400x16.7 million colours
    Simult. Display Support: 1280x800x16.7 million colours

    Graphics Controller
    - Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (Integrated Intel Graphic Memory Controller 915GM Express Chipset)
    Video Memory: 64-128MB (Dynamic Video Memory Allocation)
    - 2D and 3D Graphics

    Sound System
    - Software Sound 16bit stereo
    - Realtek ALC250
    - Built-in stereo speakers, Direct 3D sound,full duplex support,
    - Sound volume control dial, external MIC (monaural), stereo
    - headphone port.

    Communication
    Modem: V.92 Data/56K Fax Modem, Ring wake up resume.
    LAN: 10/100 Integrated Ethernet LAN, network boot.
    Wireless: Built-in Wireless LAN 802.11a/g (Intel)

    Expansion
    - 2 memory slots (one filled with 512MB, can be replaced by 256MB, 512MB or 1 GB) other slot empty.
    - 1 PC Card slot supports one Type II PC Card; supports Cardbus
    - Ports: 1 RGB, 3 USB (2.0), 1 Modem (RJ-11), 1 LAN (RJ-45), 1 IEEE 1394, 1 TV Out, External Mic, Stereo Headphone.

    Keyboard
    - Full sized 85 keys with 12 function keys
    - 2.7mm keystroke, 6mm height
    - Dedicated Windows Keys

    Pointing Device
    - Touchpad Pointing device

    AC Adapter: 65W external Universal AC adaptor input voltage (100 –240V 50/60Hz frequency), output voltage (19Vx3.42A)
    Battery Type: Removable, Rechargeable 6-cell Lithium Ion (Li-ion) 4000mAh
    Battery Life: up to 3 hours
    Recharge Time: 4.0 hours off/ up to 12 hours on
    Operating System: Genuine Windows® XP Pro
    Additional Software: Micorsoft Office OneNote 2003

    Physical Dimensions
    Dimensions: 360mm (W) x 263mm (D) x 38.5/36mm(H)
    Weight: 6.0lbs/2.71kg

    Security: Cable lock slot, power on password, supervisor password

    Environmental Specifications
    Temperature: Operating 5° 35°C (41° 95°F);
    Non Operating –20° 65°C (-4°149°F)
    Thermal Gradient: Operating 15 C per hr. max;
    Non Operating 20 C per hr. max
    Relative Humidity: Operating 20% to 80% non-condensing; Non-Operating: 10% to 90% non-condensing
    Altitude (relative to sea level): Operating: -60 to 3,000m.; Non-Operating: -60 to 10,000m.
    Shock: Operating: 10G; Non-Operating 60G
    Vibration: Operating 0.5G; Non-Operating: 1G





    Cheers
     
    Chim, Feb 15, 2006
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  2. xAMDvsIntelx

    xAMDvsIntelx Notebook Deity

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    1. The Model number just denotes what internal componets each notebook has.

    2. From what I've heard, the M70 has decent build quality - it's just the previous generation of the Toshiba Satellites you've got to watch out for. I'm guessing you're buying this in Canada, as the M70 isn't available in the US - I've heard some stories from other users on the site that have stated that the DVD-RW drive sometimes doesn't burn properly - I'd check your notebook for this problem as soon as you recieve it (if you decide to buy it).

    3. Battery life should be available on the spreadsheet provided on Toshiba's main site. I'd guess it'd be around 2-3 hours with the standard battery.

    In addition, I'm not too fond of the GMA 900, especially if you're doing graphical work/playing games. I'd look into getting another notebook if you're going to be doing anything like that.
     
    xAMDvsIntelx, Feb 16, 2006
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