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TECRA S3 FOR THE SECURITY CONSCIOUS |
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Written by Adam Gosling
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Thursday, 03 November 2005 |
Toshiba latest release the Tecra S3 business notebook is the company's toughest yet featuring RAID, spillproof keyboard and a host of security features.
The notebook comes with Toshiba’s EasyGuard security suite, fingerprint reader, a three-axis ‘accelerometer’ for hard disk drive (HDD) protection, spill resistant keyboard, anti-theft timer and extensive cushioning to protect the most crucial components of the machine.
Mark Whittard, Toshiba ISD general manager for ANZ said: “The single greatest concern for CIOs and IT departments is the protection of data - and with good reason. Research has shown that it can take up to three weeks and $20,000 to reproduce 20 megabytes of lost data, particularly that from critical functions such as accounting.”
The inbuilt RAID1 system on the new Tecra duplicates information on the primary hard drive to a secondary hard drive (optimal 9.5mm Slim SelectBay) as you would expect, but Toshiba has included a utility, which will automatically check the integrity of data on each drive and correct any corrupted data on either drive. Add the 3D motion sensors to detect motion and disengage the disks in case of shock and you have a high level of data security.
An anti-theft timer which has a time-activated BIOS password utility for preventing system access in the event of theft and you keep prying eyes away.
The RRP of the Tecra S3 is $4,400 including GST.
The company also refreshed a number of existing models in its line-up.
Tecra A4 : Widescreen desktop replacement (RRP $2,750 inc. GST)
A step up from the new Tecra A3X, the Tecra A4 is a 15.4-inch widescreen desktop replacement for individual users and small-medium businesses.
The processing power of this model has been upgraded; it is now equipped with a Pentium M 760 (2.0Ghz) processor.
Now featuring DDR2 memory improves the speed of the operating system and the application performance, and a SATA HDD (Serial ATA) for continued speed enhancements over the classic parallel ATA bus technology.
It also offers a wide-range of mobility features including longer battery life and a full range of wireless connectivity options.
Tecra M3: Premium business notebook with privacy screen (RRP from $2,695 inc. GST)
The Tecra M3 is a lightweight, durable notebook designed for businesses looking for mobile and performance with low TCO.
The Tecra M3 now comes in four models with TPM (Trusted Platform module), an encryption chip based on standards from TCG (Trusted Computing Group) , designed to make notebooks more secure.
One model (PTM30A-17N002) now includes a unique privacy screen, which when activated, prevents other people ‘peeping’ over one’s shoulder to view the information on the screen. This is particularly useful for those who use their notebook in public such as on aeroplanes or public transport.
Advanced engineering is a focus in the Tecra M3, with Toshiba incorporating a strong magnesium alloy case, advanced thermal management, and a patented cooling system to lengthen the life and protection of the product.
Portégé M200: Wireless tablet PC (RRP $4,070 inc. GST)
The Portege M200, Toshiba’s most popular wireless tablet PC, is for the travelling executive and workers who appreciate the value of pen-based computing.
The upgraded Portege M200 has been fitted with a new wide view screen to improve users ability to view the screen at any angle. This is particularly useful when the tablet is being used in ‘slate’ mode.
Satellite M60: Powerful, multimedia PC (RRR $3,300 inc. GST)
The Satellite M60 is Toshiba’s top-of-the-line multimedia business machine with a 17-inch widescreen for design-oriented professionals wanting a notebook to manage graphic, sound and digital content;
The Satellite M60 has also been given a performance boost with a Pentium M processor 750 (1.86Ghz);
Its chassis design has also been updated – now incorporating Toshiba’s turquoise blue casing.
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