One of Toshibas most Impressive Releases – Toshiba Tecra A10
If you are looking for a computer that provides the same features and functionality as a desktop computer, but want a laptop instead, Toshibas Tecra A10 just might be the answer. The Tecra A10 was designed with the traveling business user in mind, but all users will be more than satisfied with this model. Whether you run your own business, travel, need a spare laptop around the house, or need a computer for your form room, you will find what you need in the Tecra A10.
When it comes to mid-range laptops, the Tecra A10 is comparative in size and price but above par with everything else. With measurements of 13 x 10.4 x 1.5-inches, and a weight of 6.2-pounds, there is no significant physical difference between this model and other laptops. MSRP is around $1,300, which is also directly competes with competitors. The Tecra A10 also offers a 15.4-inch widescreen monitor for pleasurable viewing experiences.
With an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 200GB HDD 7,200 rpm, and 4GM DDR2 SDRAM, the Tecra A10 offers performance like no other laptop. This - alone - is what rates this laptop at desktop speeds. For a laptop - and one that is not a gaming PC - the graphics card is pretty remarkable. It has an nVidia quadro FX graphics card with 256 MB of video RAM. Additionally, the laptop ships with Windows Vista Business 32/64-bit. (Media is shipped with the Tecra A10 to move to windows XP professional if you so desire.)
Wireless connectivity is easy with the multitude of connection options available: Bluetooth,?IEEE 802.11 n (draft),?IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b. All of these allow consumers to connect to the internet, from anywhere, and within todays standards. Bluetooth technology gives you the ability to communicate with all of your Bluetooth enabled devices, even a Bluetooth headset.
The Tecra A10 is EPA Energy Star compliant and has an ESATA (External Serial ATA port). Energy star compliance comes from the power management features that are up and ready as soon as you power on your new laptop. As for the ESATA port, this port allows you to transfer data at speeds much quicker than even a USB 2.0 port will support.
Many other features are found on the Tecra A10, like the built-in webcam and microphone and USB Sleep-and-Charge. Both of these features provide nothing but convenience to consumers, traveling or not. You can simply plug in a cell phone and the USB Sleep-and-Charge will charge your phone, even if the computer is not powered on. Many laptops - today - come with the webcam and microphone, which makes communication much more efficient when you are long distances from recipients.
The integration of Toshibas 4th-Gen EasyGuard Technology - along with a fingerprint reader - provides consumers with padded security. Not only is your data secured, but the 4th-Gen EasyGuard Technology also protects the Tecra A10 from falls and severe bumps as well.
Unfortunately, the battery life, on Tecras A10 default battery, is not as impressive as its specs. An average laptop battery only lasts a few hours anyway, but this particular battery will not compare to others. The purchase of an additional or larger battery is highly suggested.
When it comes to laptops, many of them appear to be the same. Some of the only differences are price and processor. The Tecra A10; however, does stand a bit above the crowd. As a matter-of-fact, it is more comparable to a desktop computer with its high quality performance. Regardless, the Tecra A10 is a great laptop, and it will exceed the expectations of many consumers.
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