Well that's as good as an off the shelf system will probably get for you,
I'd say max the memory as much as you can, specially since the graphics
card
uses shared video memory, common with the intel 945 chipsets... This will
give you decent performance for a laptop, though you'll need to customize
the OS for work with audio apps, specially if using vista which is a
definite no no...
HTH, D!J!X!
-----Original Message-----
From: realmusicians-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:realmusicians-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ramy Moustafa
Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 12:10 AM
To: realmusicians@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [realmusicians] Re: Need advice from my brothers
ok read on please:
Toshiba u400 17s aspects:
Technology type : IntelR CentrinoR processor technology featuring
IntelR CoreT2 Duo processor T6400, IntelR GM45 Express chipset and IntelR
WiFi Link 5100
clock speed : 2.00 GHz
Front Side Bus : 800 MHz
2nd level cache : 2 MB
Operating system Genuine Windows VistaR Home Premium 32-bit
Edition
(pre-installed, Toshiba-HDD recovery)
System memory standard : 2,048 MB
maximum expandability : 8,192 MB
technology : DDR2 RAM (800 MHz)
Hard disk capacity : 250 GB
certification : S.M.A.R.T.
drive rotation : 5,400 rpm
DVD Super Multi drive (Double Layer) compatibility : CD-ROM, CD-R,
CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-R(DL), DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R(DL), DVD+RW,
DVD-RAM
maximum speed : Read: 24x CD-ROM, 8x DVD-ROM/ Write: 24x CD-R, 4x
CD-RW, 10x HS CD-RW, 16x US CD-RW, 8x DVD-R, 6x DVD-R (Double Layer), 6x
DVD-RW, 8x DVD+R, 6x DVD+R (Double Layer), 8x DVD+RW, 5x DVD-RAM
type : Slim DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) drive
Display size : 13.3 "
type : Toshiba TruBriteR WXGA TFT High Brightness display
internal resolution : 1,280 x 800
Graphics adapter manufacturer : IntelR
type : Mobile IntelR GMA 4500MHD
memory amount : up to 1,340 MB total available graphics memory with
4
GB system memory
memory type : shared
Internal video modes The following internal video modes are
supported:
resolution : 1,280 x 800
Max. external video modes max. resolution : 2,048 x 1,536
max. refresh rate : 85 Hz
non-interlaced resolution with max. refresh rate : 1,600 x 1,200
Interfaces 1 x DC-in
1 x external monitor
1 x RJ-11
1 x RJ-45
1 x i.LINKR (IEEE 1394)
1 x external microphone
1 x headphone (stereo)
1 x S/PDIF (optical) shared with headphone socket
1 x integrated 1.3 Megapixels Web Camera with built-in microphone
1 x HDMI-CEC (REGZA-Link) supporting 1080p signal format
1 (shared with one USB port) x eSATA
1 x 5-in-1 Bridge Media slot (supports SDT Cards up to 16 GB,
Memory
StickR up to 256 MB, Memory Stick ProT up to 4 GB, MultiMedia CardT up to
1
GB and xD-Picture CardT up to 2 GB)
3 (Left 2, Right 1) x USB 2.0 (supporting USB Sleep-and-Charge)
Expansion 2 x memory slots
1 x Express CardT slot
Wireless communication Wireless Technology : BluetoothR
Compliancy : Wi-FiT
Network Support : 802.11a/g/Draft-N
Wireless Technology : Wireless LAN (802.11a/g/Draft-N)
Wired communication topology : international V.90 modem (V.92
ready)
speed : 56 Kbps data and 14.4 Kbps fax
topology : Fast Ethernet LAN
speed : 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Sound system supported audio format : 24-bit stereo
speakers : built-in stereo speakers
manufacturer : Toshiba Bass Enhanced Sound System with DolbyR Sound
RoomT
Keyboard Keys : 86
WindowsR keys : Yes
Pointing device type : Touch Pad
Battery technology : lithium-ion
maximum life : up to 3h00min (Mobile MarkT 2007)
AC adapter input voltage : autosensing AC adapter (100/240 V) for
worldwide usage
Physical dimensions W x L x H : 314 x 229 x 27.5 (front) / 35.0
(rear) mm
weight : starting at 2.0 kg
Warranty 1-year international warranty. Upgrade your standard
warranty with Toshiba warranty extension and uplift packs. Contact your
nearest Toshiba Authorised Reseller for details.
Bundled hardware AC adapter
Bundled software MicrosoftR Works, MicrosoftR Office Home and
Student
2007 (free 60-day trial)
HDMI Control Manager
DolbyR Control Center
Toshiba Recovery Disc Creator
McAfeeR Internet Security Suite - Toshiba Edition (includes free
Internet updates for 30 days)
Toshiba Face Recognition
Toshiba utilities and drivers
Toshiba DVD Player
Toshiba Camera Assistant Software
Toshiba Assist
Toshiba Supervisor Password Utility
Toshiba User's Manual
Toshiba Disc Creator
Toshiba BluetoothR Monitor
Toshiba BluetoothR Stack
Connectivity Doctor
Toshiba ConfigFreeT
Toshiba Value Added Package (Toshiba Power Saver, Toshiba Zooming
Utility, Toshiba PC Diagnostic Tool, Toshiba Flash Cards, Toshiba
Components
Common Driver, Toshiba Accessibility, Toshiba Button Support)
Google Pack (Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer, Google Desktop,
Picasa)
UleadR DVD MovieFactoryR for TOSHIBA
Toshiba EasyMedia Internal HD 720p support
S/PDIF
DolbyR Sound RoomT
Toshiba ConfigFreeT
Integrated Bridge Media Adapter
Diversity Antenna
Built-in Web Camera & microphone
Wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g/ Draft-N)
Easy Keys
Toshiba Flash Cards
Smart Display Support
Toshiba Face Recognition
McAfeeR Internet Security Suite - Toshiba Edition
BluetoothR 2.1 with EDR
HDMI-CEC (REGZA-Link)
USB & USB/eSATA Sleep-and-Charge
Google Pack (Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer, Google Desktop,
Picasa)
Toshiba TEMPRO Performance Tuning Service
Security features user password
slot for Kensington Cable Lock
supervisor password
HDD password on request
main memory (by screw)
main hard disk (by screw)
Wireless LAN switch
main battery pack (by sliding latch)
Special features ENERGY STAR qualified computer
Toshiba Face Recognition
integrated 1.3 Megapixels Web Camera for Video over IP
Multimedia Bar with 6 feather-touch Easy Keys (on/off function of
white LED illuminated Touch Pad, Satellite logo and Easy Keys plus Rewind,
Play, Stop, Forward, CD/DVD launcher)
Enhanced IntelR SpeedStepR Technology
integrated microphone for Voice over IP
HD Audio supporting
SM BIOS compliant
----- Original Message -----
From: "D!J!X!" <megamansuperior@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <realmusicians@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 4:44 PM
Subject: [realmusicians] Re: Need advice from my brothers
> Can you post the specs???
>
> D!J!X!
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: realmusicians-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> [mailto:realmusicians-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ramy Moustafa
> Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 6:23 AM
> To: realmusicians@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [realmusicians] Need advice from my brothers
>
> hi all:
> i decided to buy a toshiba lap top, and need to know if this is good or
> no,
> i choose:
> u400 20v, and u400 17s
> r there good? or no? and please, tell me if they well be good with our
> musical programs?
>
> Thanks allot
> Cheers
> Ramy Moustafa
>
>
>
>
