BETTER LCD PROTECTION BETTER DISPLAY HINGES BETTER MOTHERBOARD BETTER KEYBOARD EXPERIENCE BETTER HDD CASE PROTECTION

Tecra A8

Putting quality first for carefree mobility.

Copyright © 2006 Toshiba Corporation. All rights reserved.

Putting quality first for carefree mobility

High-quality notebooks benefit end users, the IT department and the business as a whole.

• Less unit failure • Less chance of data loss • Less downtime • Less time making a service call • Less waiting to receive a service • Less time spending on recovering the system and data

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Why choose the Tecra A8?

Easy connectivity for every environment 5

1 Outstanding product quality with enhanced Toshiba EasyGuard features

15,4” WXGA Impressive business performance

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Get the most out of your investment HALT

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Designed to withstand the daily business challenge

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Why choose the Tecra A8?

Easy connectivity for every environment 5

1 Outstanding product quality with enhanced Toshiba EasyGuard features

Impressive business performance 4 Putting quality first for carefree mobility 2 3 Get the most out of your investment

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Designed to withstand the daily business challenge

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The Tecra A8 featuring enhanced Toshiba EasyGuard technologies:

The better way to enhanced data security , advanced system protection and easy connectivity :

• enabling optimal connectivity and security • Toshiba anti-accident innovations • advanced software utilities for carefree mobile computing

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Toshiba Assist button

• access PC diagnostics • expansion/connectivity utilities and • added productivity features instantly

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The Tecra A8 featuring enhanced Toshiba EasyGuard technologies:

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HDD Shock Absorber

Encased in rubber shock absorption material, the HDD is protected against shocks and vibrations

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HDD Protection

The increased size and thickness of the HDD dome protection means that the case is now 1.44 times stronger, resulting in 45 to 55% less HDD bending.* •

3D Accelerometer

The 3D Accelerometer detects when the notebook is suddenly moved or dropped and quickly parks the HDD in order to safeguard user data.

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FL-inverter Protection

Shock absorption material protects the FL inverter against shock for optimal LCD performance.

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*Compared to conventional comparable notebooks, e.g. the Tecra M1

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The Tecra A8 featuring enhanced Toshiba EasyGuard technologies:

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Shock Protector

Bumper mechanisms buffer the notebook against the shock caused by a drop or accidental fall.

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70cm Drop Test

All four notebook sides (4x) have been drop-tested at 70 cm desk height and verified by TÜV.

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Spill-resistant Keyboard

Gives users enough time to save their data and shutdown the notebook in the event of an accidental spill.

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Serviceability

50% fewer screws, resulting improved serviceability and easier upgrades. For instance, HDD removal now only requires 2 screws.

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Why choose the Tecra A8?

Easy connectivity for every environment 5 1 Outstanding product quality with enhanced Toshiba EasyGuard features Impressive business performance 4 Putting quality first for carefree mobility 2 3 Get the most out of your investment

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Designed to withstand the daily business challenge

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The Tecra A8 featuring improved product design features

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Display Casing Protection

Display casing materials provide 2.5 times stronger protection and 40% less bending of the casing occurs for greater LCD panel protection and reduced risk of breakage.* •

Display Panel Protection

The edges of the display are protected by a durable metal plate and shock absorption material for greater durability.

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Display Hinges

With a 15 to 33% larger diameter, the notebook hinges are 3 times stronger for increased durability and reduced risk of breakage.*

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Keyboard Experience

Laser measurements prove that 40% less bending occurs for enhanced keyboard usability and a more convenient typing experience.*

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*Compared to conventional comparable notebooks, e.g. the Tecra M1

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The Tecra A8 featuring improved product design features

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PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Layout

To protect system components against the damaging effects of shocks, the motherboard is centered in the chassis.

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Motherboard Design

The motherboard is 13% thicker and 50% stronger resulting in 50% less bending, which translates to fewer chip failures related to bending stress.* •

System Architecture

Important chip components are placed as far as possible from screws to minimise any warming effect on the screws and reduce as much as possible vibration of circuit boards.

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Chip Implementation

The Ball Grid Array (BGA) chip on the system board is fixed by extremely strong glue for increased resistance against shock and vibration.

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*Compared to conventional comparable notebooks, e.g. the Tecra M1

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Why choose the Tecra A8?

Easy connectivity for every environment 5 1 Outstanding product quality with enhanced Toshiba EasyGuard features Impressive business performance 4 Putting quality first for carefree mobility 2 3 Get the most out of your investment HALT

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Designed to withstand the daily business challenge

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High level durability testing

The Tecra A8 design has been optimised using HALT

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is a combination of stress tests of •

extreme heat variation

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resistance to shocks

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repetitive vibration

to simulate heavy notebook usage

HALT

enables the identification and isolation of possible quality issues during notebook development.

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High level durability testing

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HALT

testing finds weak points on a notebook design, for correction and improvement • Typical ‘need for improvements’ found: • soldering weak points • loose screws • weak harness area • weak connector joints • bad components 

Leading to the design of a more dependable and durable notebook, the Tecra A8

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High level durability testing

Typical tests run during HALT :

• 10min under -25C and then 10min under +70C • Six alternating cycles of this entire stress testing process are run to ensure that the notebook can withstand significant mobility challenges.

• All this at 45G (pressure) running 6 cycles back and forth

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- 25 ° C 45G + 70 ° C

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Why choose the Tecra 8?

Easy connectivity for every environment 5 1 Outstanding product quality with enhanced Toshiba EasyGuard features 15,4” WXGA Impressive business performance 4 Putting quality first for carefree mobility 2 3 Get the most out of your investment

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Designed to withstand the daily business challenge

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Impressive business performance

• Best business power to succeed on the move thanks to • Intel ® Centrino ® Duo mobile technology with breakthrough dual-core processing capabilities or • Intel ® Celeron ® M processor

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• High-capacity, high-speed Serial ATA hard disk drive • Faster memory architecture: DDR2 533/667 MHz Dual Channel • Enhanced capabilities for audio, digital video and communications thanks to Mobile Intel ® 945GM with up to 128 MB RAM graphics

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Experience widescreen More productivity, more precision, more pleasure

• Large 15.4" WXGA widescreen display – 1280 x 800 resolution • Wider spreadsheets (25% more columns) • Two pages side by side • Ideal for CAD applications • Ideal for graphics software • Ideal for Video Authoring • Watch DVDs at native widescreen format

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One-touch docking to desktop components

• Easy common docking and simplified cable management with the optional Advanced Port Replicator III Plus

Line in/out PS/2 USB 1394 RGB DVI

Built-in connectivity

Parallel Serial Modem/LAN DC-IN

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SD® Card slot PC Card slot for 1 Type II card Modem port

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TV-out (S-Video) port Serial port External monitor (RGB) port

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3x USB 2.0 ports 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN port i.LINK

® (IEEE1394) port

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Why choose the Tecra A8?

Easy connectivity for every environment 5

1 Outstanding product quality with enhanced Toshiba EasyGuard features Impressive business performance

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4 Putting quality first for carefree mobility 3 Get the most out of your investment 2 Designed to withstand the daily business challenge

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Toshiba ConfigFree™

Easy connectivity for every environment

...Easy to find W-LAN networks using an intuitive interface

Visualise the nearest W LAN access point with an advanced Graphics radar.

...Easy to connect to networks

The Connectivity Doctor analyses your network configuration and assist in fixing the problem.

...Easy to define settings using profiles

The Profile Settings software enables you to easily switch between network configuration.

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New version v5.9

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Toshiba ConfigFree™ - New feature:

Automatically switch between LAN / WLAN / WWAN

… Easy to use

One window to select all network switches

… Flexible

Enable to define the rules to auto-switch between networks depending on the user usage habits

… Powerful

Can handle various network seamlessly : for instance it can automatically dial up with Mobile Data/ 3G card when both LAN & WLAN are disconnected

… Professional

Auto launch a VPN client or any other application after dial-up connection New version v5.9

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Toshiba Summit

Efficient wireless conferencing functionality including file sharing and chat to increase work productivity.

… Intuitive use

Create a virtual meeting room, inviting your colleagues to access your file.

… Advanced files sharing Interface

Members icon will show around a virtual table, and document can be shared by dragging the file on the center.

… Convenient and friendly

Simply drag and drop files into the middle of the “room” or send it directly to one of the participant only.

… Quick and easy

Provides a “quick share” feature by drag and drop a file onto the “wireless radar” icon.

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Basic specifications: Tecra A8

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Processor/Technology:

Intel ® Centrino ® Mobile Technology featuring Intel ® T2400 (2 MB Cache, 1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB), Intel ® Core™ Duo Processor 945GM Express chipset and Intel ® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection • •

Operating System:

Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Professional

Display:

15.4” WXGA (1,280 x 800) TFT display • • •

Hard disk:

80 GB (5,400 rpm), Serial ATA

System memory:

512 MB, maximum expandability: 4 GB, technology: DDR2 RAM (533 MHz)

Optical device:

DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) drive • •

Graphics adapter:

Mobile Intel ® 945GM Express chipset, up to 128 MB RAM, 16x PCI Express

Wired communication:

Gigabit Ethernet LAN, international V.90 modem (V.92 ready) • •

Wireless communication:

Wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g), Bluetooth™ 2.0 with EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)

Battery:

Technology: lithium ion, maximum life up to 4:00 hours (Mobile Mark™) • •

Dimensions:

W x L x H: 368 x 268 x 29.8 (front) / 36.9 (back) mm, weight: 3.00 kg

Warranty:

3-year international warranty

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Connectivity Expansion Power Desk-based Options Communication

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Carry Cases

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Connectivity

Advanced Port Replicator III Plus PA3474E-1PRP ●

● Save time and tear-and-wear on your new system Snap in and out to a full compliment of ports Line in/out 1394 PS/2 USB RGB DVI Parallel Serial DC-IN

Desk-based

Mini T-Cam PX1247E-1NWC ●

USB Webcam with flexible base, still image/video resolution: 640 x 480 pixel, 24bit true colour

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USB Keyboard PX1252x-1DAC (various country versions available) ●

High quality membrane, tactile keystrokes, USB 2.0

Multimedia USB Keyboard PX1253x-1DAC (various country versions available) ●

19 predefined hot keys for one touch control of multimedia, the Internet and applications, USB 2.0

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Business Traveller PX1196E-1NCA ●

Integrated telescope handle, cushioned lockable notebook compartment

12” Backpack PX1184E-1NCA ●

Comfortable shoulder straps and back cushioning

Business Case PX1183E-1NCA ●

Spacious soft case with reinforced metal frame 1) 2) 3)

Premium Case PX1195E-1NCA

● Zip-Down-Workstation with holder for pens, business cards and your mobile phone *

Carry Cases

4) 5) 6) 6) ** 5)

Leather Case PX1186E-1NCA ●

Notebook compartment with cover to protect your notebook connections

Compact Case PX1185E-1NCA ●

Perfect safety through reinforced frame and EVA panel

Carry Case – Value Edition PX1181E-1NCA ●

Perfect safety through reinforced frame 3)

17” XXL Case PX1187E-1NCA ●

Generously dimensioned bag, incl. shoulder strap 4) * Not compatible with Toshiba Satellite A40 ** Not compatible with Toshiba Satellite A40, A100, L100 & Tecra S3

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Advanced Business Case PX1182E-1NCA ●

Expandable compartment for printer, beamer or documents

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Drives

160/250/320 GB Hard Drive PX1219E-1G16 (160 GB) PX1220E-1G25 (250 GB) PX1223E-1G32 (320 GB) ●

External 3.5" Hard Drive, 7200 rpm

Expansion

80/120 GB Mini Hard Drive PX1217E-1G08 (80 GB, 2 MB Cache) PX1283E-1G08 (80 GB, 8 MB ●

External 2.5" Hard Drive, 5400 rpm

Gigastick – 4 GB PX1241E-1G04 ●

0.85” Hard Drive, 3600 rpm

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256/512 MB/1/2 GB USB Flash Drive PX1260E-1M25 (256 MB) PX1261E-1M51 (512 MB) PX1262E-1M1G (1 GB) PX1263E-1M2G (2 GB)

● Fast & simple plug & play, high-speed USB 2.0

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256/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB PC2 DDR2 (667 MHz) Memory PA3499U-1M25 (256 MB) PA3511U-1M51 (512 MB) PA3512U-1M1G (1 GB) PA3513U-1M2G (2 GB)

● Maximise your notebook performance for greater productivity

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Communication

VoIP Phone PX1214E-1UPH ●

Free Internet phone calls through VoIP (between VoIP Phone users)

Wireless Stereo Headset PX1224E-2EPH ●

2 in 1! Stereo headset and VoIP ready, up to 8 hours battery life (includes USB Bluetooth™ Adapter V 2.0, USB 1.1)

USB Hybrid TV Tuner PX1256E-1TVH ●

Enjoy watching analogue or digital* TV on your PC

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USB DVB-T TV Tuner PX1211E-1TVD

● Free-to-view DVB-T compliant digital terrestrial TV reception, antenna included* * Works only in areas that are covered by the DVB-T signal

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Power

AC Adapter

PA3377E-2ACA

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60W (75W peak), 3-pin

Battery

PA3285U-3BRS

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Li-Ion, 6 cell, 4400 mAh

Battery Charger PA3091E-2CHG ●

2 batteries supported

Desk-based

Wireless Mouse PX1215E-2NAC ●

Wireless Laser Mouse with laser pointer function

USB Optical Mouse PX1190E-1NAC ●

Ergonomic and elegant design, easy set up – just plug and play

Kensington MicroSaver PX1172E-1NAC ●

The industrial standard for notebook security

Services

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International Warranty Extension EMEA On-Site Repair Next Business Day Response Service All-Risk-Insurance

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Please contact your local dealer for the corresponding partnumbers

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Drives

External DVD SuperMulti Drive PA3454U-1DV2

● USB 2.0, bus-powered, bootable

External USB FDD PA3109E-3FDD ●

3.5”, 1,44 MB

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