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Toshiba Mini NB205-N310/BN Netbook

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★★★★☆
4.0

$378.00 - $499.99

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Pros

  • Good battery life (19)
  • Compact design (16)
  • Easy to use (16)
  • Adequate storage (14)
  • Fast (11)
  • Good compatibility (11)
  • Lightweight (4)
  • Comfortable keyboard (3)
  • Great software bundle (3)
  • Powerful (3)
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Cons

  • Poor software bundle (2)
  • Slow (2)
  • Audio is too low (1)
  • Battery increases depth (1)
  • Bottom gets really hot (1)
  • Keyboard too slippery (1)
  • Poor battery life (1)
  • Poor sound quality (1)
  • Poor speaker only one (1)
  • Sound (1)

Best Uses

  • Mobile communication (15)
  • Business use (7)
  • Organization (5)
  • Word processing (4)
  • Multimedia (3)
  • Syncing with computer (3)
  • Travel (3)
  • Web browsing (3)
  • Accessing e-mail (1)
  • Back-up (1)
 
 
 

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NB205-N310/BN Intel Atom N280 1.66GHz Mini Notebook - 1GB RAM, 160GB HD, 10.1" Display, 802.11b/g, Webcam, Sable Brown Intel Atom N280 1.66GHz, 1GB System Memory, 160GB Hard Drive, 10.1 in Display, Atheros 802.11b/g Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, Webcam and Microphone, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA950, Genuine Windows XP Home. Our Toshiba mini NB200 companion PC is perfect for on-the-go fun and convenience. At less than three pounds, this lightweight mini notebook is super-practical and can be carried around virtually anywhere. It also has the extended battery life to power your busy day so you can surf the Web, enjoy light gaming, chat with your friends and family or listen to music. Sleekly designed with a comfort-driven display, plus full-size keyboard and touchpad, these mini notebooks come in a choice of exciting colors too - Onyx Black, Frost White, Posh Pink, Royal Blue or Sable Brown. Select models even offer a beautiful textured finish. This companion PC offers a great way to enjoy the people, places and media that enrich your mobile life, thanks to an excellent connectivity suite - built-in Wi-Fi, wired Ethernet, a Webcam, three USB ports, even Bluetooth on select models. That makes it extra easy to surf the Net, e-mail and IM, plus connect with social networks while on the move. It offers plenty of convenient features like USB Sleep-and-Charge ports that power your gadgets even when the PC is off, a Hard Drive Impact Sensor to help safeguard your data from sudden movement or drops, and international limited warranty coverage so you wont have to worry when taking it on the road. The mini NB200 stands apart as a showcase of Toshiba quality, reliability and innovation, backed by our award-winning service and support. Its even ENERGY STAR-compliant and EPEAT Gold to help you go green.

Specification Description
Model 1C1F3852, NB205-N310/BN, NB205N3, PLL20U-00201D
UPC 883974233106
Auto Sensing Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Battery Average Run Time 9.5
Battery Average Run Time UOM HOURS
Battery Type Product
Benefits 1.66GHz Intel Atom Processor N280 drives this mini anywhere you want it to go1GB 533MHz DDR2, upgradeable to 2GB for multitasking
Cache Installed Size 512 KB
Cache Memory Type L2 cache
Capacity 5800
Capacity UOM mAh
Card Reader Type Memory Card Reader
Chemistry Lithium Ion
Chipset Type Mobile Intel® 945GSE Express
Connections VGA (1)1/8" headphone (1)1/8" microphone (1)RJ-45 LAN (1)
Country Of Origin China
Data Bus Speed 667 MHz
Data Link Protocol 10/100Base-T Ethernet; 802.11b/g WLAN
Description Header Lets go surfin'.
Display Catalog Number 55034369
Display Form Factor Built-in
Display Size 10 inches
Enclosure Color Brown
End Product Indicator Yes
Graphics Controller Type Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator GMA950
Hard Drive 160GB 5400rpm SATA
Humidity Range Operating 20~80%
Included in the Box Toshiba NB205-N310AC adapterLi-ion battery
Input Device 85 key US keyboard; TouchPad pointing device
Installed Qty 1
Installed Size 1GB installed, 2GB maximum
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 12
Manufacturer Part Number PLL20U-00201D
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 12
MAP Price 0.0
Max Operating Temperature 95 Fahrenheit
Max Resolution 1024x600
Max Resolution (external) 1024x600
Max Supported Qty 1
Memory Speed 533 MHz
Min Operating Temperature 41 Fahrenheit
Model NB205-N310/BN
Networking 10/100 Ethernet; 802.11b/g WLAN
Networking Compliant Standards Ethernet; Wi-Fi®
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
OS Provided Genuine Windows® XP Home (SP3)
Power Device AX adapter; Li-ion battery
Processor Speed 1.6GHz
Processor Type Intel Atom
Product Depth 8.3
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Disclaimer * Wireless access point required and not included. Wireless Internet use requires separately purchased Internet service contract. Availability of publ
Product Height 1.3
Product Type Laptops
Product Weight 2.9
Product Weight UOM pounds
Product Width 10.4
RAM Form Factor 1 DIMM
RAM Technology DDR2
Rechargeable Yes
Shock Tolerance 10G operating; 60G non-operating
Size Specialty
Software Included TOSHIBA ConfigFree®, Microsoft® Works Version 9.0, Hard disc (HDD) recovery, Norton Internet Security 2009 (30 day trial)
Speaker(s) Built-in
Supported Flash Memory Cards Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, MultiMediaCard
Supported Languages English
Type Widescreen display at 1024x600 native resolution (WSVGA) LED backlight
Vibration Tolerance 0.5G operating; 1.0G non-operating
Video Memory 64MB-251MB dynamically allocated shared memory
Wireless NIC Atheros® 802.11b/g WLAN

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Product Reviews

Last update: Oct 2, 2009

Toshiba Mini NB205-N310/BN Netbook Reviews

 
 
 

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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

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★★★★☆
4.0
Just what I was looking for

"This laptop looks great and is so handy to just grab on the fly for mail and quick browsing. I have an old Dell i8000 and wanted a light machine fot the in between times. A full size laptop was not needed. Over 8 hrs battery life, how could anyone resist that. The only downside is the really low audio which I think could easily be fixed by a software booster added to the audio software. Took a star off for that...." Read Full Review »

Jul 21, 2009 by Dorothy

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Almost a hit.

"I liked this netbook alot. There were a few problems. The mono speaker wasn't good enough. The webcam was only .3 megapixels most are 1.3 megapixels. The most annoying was the touchpad. I purchased this because it had the larger touchpad. It refused to respond properly and when it did it went in a different direction. Downloaded new drivers and it was slightly better but still jumped all over the place. T..." Read Full Review »

Sep 11, 2009 by Gadget lover

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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Toshiba Mini NB205-N310/BN Netbook Review

Just what I was looking for

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Adequate Storage
  • Compact Design
  • Easy To Use
  • Email
  • Good Compatibility
  • More »

    Cons

  • Audio is too low

    Best Uses

  • Mobile Communication
  • Organization
  • Syncing With Computer
 

"This laptop looks great and is so handy to just grab on the fly for mail and quick browsing. I have an old Dell i8000 and wanted a light machine fot the in between times. A full size laptop was not needed. Over 8 hrs battery life, how could anyone resist that. The only downside is the really low aud …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 21 2009
Dorothy
Long Island NY
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[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Toshiba Mini NB205-N310/BN Netbook Review

The features I wanted & Toshiba quality

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Adequate Storage
  • Compact Design
  • Easy To Use
  • Excellent keyboard
  • Good Compatibility
  • More »

    Cons

  • Battery increases depth

    Best Uses

  • Mobile Communication
  • Traveling
 

"I read many EXPERT reviews from highly respected sources on netbooks, then tested several netbooks in person. I also considered the most reputable US consumer organization's survey of computer reliability. The Toshiba's keyboard is outstanding, the speed of the Atom processor is adequate, but the 9 …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 30 2009
SV Freelance Librarian
Silicon Valley, CA
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  • Academic librarian
  • Tech Savvy
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Toshiba Mini NB205-N310/BN Netbook Review

Intuitive.Long Battery. Easy to use.

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Adequate Storage
  • Compact Design
  • Easy To Use
  • Fast
  • Good Compatibility
  • More »

    Cons

  • Poor Software Bundle

    Best Uses

  • Mobile Communication
  • Organization
  • Syncing With Computer
 

"Light, so intuitive that after a week i haven't looked had to look at the manual, just spent the time using it. Toshiba loaded some great usable features that I now want to explore, but because I want to use them. Never had a Toshiba before but this is fabulous, i tote it all over the house. Only re …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 30 2009
Harry the Cat
Long Isaland, New York
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[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Toshiba Mini NB205-N310/BN Netbook Review

Don't think it's Pink

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Adequate Storage
  • Compact Design
  • Easy To Use
  • Good Compatibility
  • Long Battery Life

    Cons

  • Poor Software Bundle

    Best Uses

  • Mobile Communication
  • Organization
 

"Love this item as it fits in my purse and can go everywhere. Easy to use and add programs with a standalone hard drive. Compact and good range on the wireless. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 14 2009
momof977
Pekin, Il
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  • Multimedia Professional
 

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Toshiba Mini NB205-N310/BN Netbook Review

The most "Bang" for the buck!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Durable
  • Easy to Use
  • Engaging
  • Fun
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Entertainment
  • Learning
  • Older Children
  • Teens
  • Travel
  • More »
 

"I bought one for my wife at her request to replace her 5.5 pound HP; this little jewel is half that. The first thing I noticed was the full size keyboard making it very easy to use. The next was it's bootup speed - very fast. For it's size, power, and storage I'm very impressed and seriously conside …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 17 2009
Happy in Chicago
Naperville, IL
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  • Working Parent
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