Toshiba Satellite M115-S3144
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Review Date : 19th November' 2006

The Toshiba Satellite M115-S3144 enhances the M-series with a Core Duo 2 processor. From it's hardware profile, featuring a whopping 2GB RAM, it is clear that this notebook is not meant for the average Joe.

The Satellite M-series is rather known for multimedia notebooks and so is the case with this model too. It comes pre-installed with Windows XP Media Center 2005 Edition, the de facto operating system for today's entertainment models. Media buttons are located right below the power button through which one can enjoy music or videos without booting the system first. However, the absence of a discrete video card makes it somewhat less competitive in the mobile computing & entertainment arena. Not to forget that the display is also 14 inches only, diagonal widescreen though with TruBrite technology.

Currently priced at over $1200, Satellite M115-S3144 is aimed at the middle end of the market. With weight starting at 5.24 pounds, it suits those looking for a thin and light notebook that excels in multi application driven environment. It also boasts plenty of storage capacity with a 120GB hard disk coupled with a dual layer DVD drive

Wireless connectivity is a piece of cake, thanks to the standard Intel Pro/Wireless 3945ABG that can be switched on or off via the easy button located at the front. Battery is claimed to last up to 2 hours & 45 minutes.

Overall, Satellite M115-S3144 boasts of massive RAM and a 64-bit Core Duo 2 processor, however it would have been much better an entertainment laptop with a dedicated graphics card.