Toshiba gets down to business: Notebooks equipped with latest Intel technology offer faster, smarter performance and greater energy efficiency

Markham, ON (January 21, 2010) — Toshiba's Information Systems Group, a division of Toshiba of Canada Ltd., today announced new Satellite Pro and Tecra brand notebooks that are equipped with the full-range of processor options offered in the 2010 Intel® Core™ processor family.

Toshiba will offer the Intel® Core™ i3-330M processor across three Satellite Pro series notebooks, giving business users the benefits of smart performance at entry-level prices. Notebooks equipped with the Intel® Core™ i5-430M/i5-520M processors and Intel® Turbo Boost Technology will be available across three Satellite Pro series notebooks and seven Tecra series systems, providing solid performance for everyday applications and the ability to boost speed automatically when needed for demanding tasks. For business computing that requires fast performance and multitasking, Toshiba will offer two high end models from its Tecra series equipped with the Intel ® Core™ i7-620M  processor.

The models announced also showcase Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology for more efficient use of the processor’s resources that allow the user to run several applications simultaneously and maintain system responsiveness in a secure and efficient manner for maximum productivity.

Toshiba’s commercial lineup features the Intel® Virtualization Technology that consolidates multiple IT environments for a single server or workstation for improved efficiency. It reduces risk from down time and lowers costs that would otherwise be required for utilization of the notebook.

“Intel’s new family of smart processors automatically adapt to all work demands on the PC giving users the best possible performance for their needs," said Steve Wong, Product Manager, Toshiba of Canada. “Business of all sizes depend on the right tools to succeed. Every notebook user has individual needs and the addition of Intel’s new processors to Toshiba’s notebooks provides businesses with the ability to choose the right system for them."

Toshiba notebooks featuring the new 2010 Intel® Core™ family of processors include:

Tecra series: Performance that Means Business
With desktop-class features and a new textured finish in charcoal black that offers a better grip and reduces fingerprints, the Tecra series is thinner and lighter than its predecessor. Thanks to the bright LED backlit 15.6-inch diagonal high definition widescreen display NVIDIA® NVS 2100M or Intel® GMA HD graphics, the Tecra series delivers vivid colours and fluid visuals for effective presentations and spreadsheets. Toshiba’s exclusive EasyGuard and a three-year limited international warranty provide piece of mind from shocks, spills and data security.  

The Tecra series models weigh 6.17lbs and come with a modem, 802.11agn wireless capabilities and Genuine Windows® 7 Professional.

Tecra A11 Series
Powered with an Intel® Core ™ i5-520M processor – 2.40GHz/2.93GHz, up to 4GB DDR3, up to 320GB 7200RPM HDD, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and Intel® Virtualization Technology as well as Bluetooth and Intel® GMA HD graphics, the Tecra A11 series is up to the job. The units carry for a suggested list price starting at $1299. The Tecra A11-00Q features a 128GB Solid State Drive for $1749.

Tecra S11 Series:
Runs on the Intel® Core™ i5-520M processor – 2.40GHz/2.93GHz or Intel® Core™ i7-620M processor – 2.66GHz/3.33GHz  with up to 4GB DDR3 and up to 320 HDD, NVIDIA®  NVS 2100M graphics, Bluetooth, Intel® Turbo Boost Technology, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and Intel® Virtualization Technology starting at $1499. The Tecra S11-014 features a 128GB Solid State Drive for $1899.

Satellite Pro Series: Performance, Mobility and Value
Designed for quality, durability and reliability, this series has undergone Toshiba’s rigorous testing to ensure quality and dependable performance. The Satellite Pro series is geared to help businesses communicate with the people, places, networks and devices necessary to stay effective and mobile. That includes an integrated web camera, 802.11bgn wireless capabilities and two year limited international warranty. These units also feature Genuine Windows® 7 Professional, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and Intel® Virtualization Technology.

The Satellite Pro series include:

Satellite Pro L500-00V
Cased in steel grey metallic, this series runs on an Intel® Core™ i5-430M processor 2.26GHz/2.53GHz, features a 15.6-inch LCD display with LED backlight, weighs 6lbs and comes with 4GB DDR3 and 320 GB HDD, Bluetooth, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5165 graphics 1GB and HDMI for a suggested retail price of  $1199.

Satellite Pro L550-00P
Comes in a steel grey metallic cover with an LED backlight, 17.3-inch high definition screen and weighs 6.97lbs. The Satellite Pro L550-00P features an Intel® Core™ i5-430M processor – 2.26GHz/2.53GHz, 4GB DDR3, 320 GB HDD, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5145 512 MB, Bluetooth and HDMI for a suggested list price of  $1199.

Satellite Pro L550-00Q
The Satellite Pro L550-00Q weighs in at 6.97lbs and comes with a 17.3-inch high definition LCD display with LED backlighting. The steel grey metallic notebook is powered with an Intel® Core™ i5-520M processor – 2.40GHz/2.93GHz, 4GB DDR3, 500GB HDD, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5165 1GB, Bluetooth and HDMI for a suggested list price of $1399

Satellite Pro S500 series
The black Satellite Pro S500 series comes with a 15.6-inch high definition display screen and weighs 6.17lbs. For added protection against shocks and spill as well as enhanced data security, the Satellite Pro S500 series is equipped with EasyGuard security and protection features. Available with the Intel® Core™ i3-330M processor – 2.13GHz, Intel® GMA HD graphics, 4GB DDR3 and up to 320GB HDD S-ATA for a list price starting at $879.

Satellite Pro U500-00E
Starting at only 4.51lbs the Satellite Pro U500-00E comes with a 13.3-inch display and flaunts a luxe brown colour. The mobile notebook runs on a Intel® Core™ i3-330M processor – 2.13GHz with 4GB DDR3 and 320GB HDD along with Bluetooth, Intel® GMA HD graphics and RGB/HDMI-CEC for a suggested list price of  $1049.

Eco-conscious Design
Continuing Toshiba's commitment to help consumers and businesses reduce their carbon footprint, all the Satellite Pro and Tecra notebooks launched meet the rigorous requirements of the EnergyStar® 5.0 standard and industry-leading Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT®) Gold status. They are also RoHS compatible, effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury, cadmium and certain other hazardous substances.

Toshiba of Canada
Toshiba of Canada Limited is a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of electronic products and semiconductors. Headquartered in Markham, Ontario, Toshiba of Canada is a digital technology leader with a wide range of Audio Visual Personal Computers, notebook computers, high definition home theatre systems including televisions, DVD players, multi-media projectors, and portable media centres. Throughout its history, Toshiba’s commitment to technological and environmental innovations has distinguished the corporation from its competitors.

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