
TOSHIBA
Satellite 1955 Series
Look no further for the ultimate desktop computer replacement
Feature Model(s): Part Numbers
Satellite 1955-S805
P4 2530/16.0”SXGA/512MB/60GB/DVD-R/RW/Mdm/LAN/WinXP Home PS197U-000LEV
Satellite 1955-S806
P4 2530/16.0”SXGA/512MB/60GB/DVD-R/RW/Mdm/LAN//WinXP Pro PS197U-000LE6
Product Highlights
Power and Performance
• Intel® Pentium® 4 2.53GHz processor**
• 60GB* hard disk drive
• 512MB of Main Memory
Intense Multimedia
• Stunning 16.0” SXGA active-matrix display
• 32MB DDR NVIDIA® GeForce4™ 440 Go video memory
• DVD-R/RW multi-function drive
Fits your Lifestyle
• Integrated V.92/56K modem
• Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN
• Optional Upgrade: Integrated 802.11b Wireless LAN module
System Characteristics
CPU (See CPU Disclaimer)
• Intel® Pentium® 4 2.53GHz processor**
L2 Cache
• 512KB Level 2 Cache Memory integrated on die
• 533MHz Processor System Bus Clock Speed
Memory
• 512MB SDRAM (Expandable to 1024MB) – (Both slots may be
occupied)
• Expansion memory: SODIMM, PC2100 DDR, 2.5V
• Data/Address Bus Width; 64-bit/32-bit
• Intel 845PE + ICH4 Chipset
Mass Storage
• Primary Hard Disk Drive: 60GB* hard disk drive, Enhanced IDE
(ATA-5), 4200rpm, 9.5mm height, 0.2lbs, service removable
• DVD-R/RW: Read: CD-ROM, CD-R(24x); CD-RW(12x); DVD-
ROM(8x); DVD-R, DVD-RW(4x); DVD-RAM(1x); Write: CDR(16x); CD-RW(10x); DVD-R(1x); DVD-RW(1x); Compatibility:
CD-ROM, CD-R(read/write), CD-RW(read/re-write), DVD-ROM,
DVD-R(read/write), DVD-RW(read/write), DVD Multi (Read only);
Service removable
• Software Decoder: InterVideo® (WinDVD™)
Graphics/Video
• 16.0” SXGA active-matrix display; internal display supports up to
16M colors at 1280 x 1024
• NVIDIA GeForce4 440 Go graphics controller; 32MB DDR
external video memory
• Direct 3D support; OpenGL Support; Direct Video & Direct MPEG
(both supported by software only)
• External Color Support/Refresh rate:
800 x 600; 120Hz @16M (depending on CRT)
1024 x 768; 120Hz @16M (depending on CRT)
1280 x 1024; 120Hz @16M (depending on CRT)
1600 x 1200; 100Hz @16M (depending on CRT)
1920 x 1440; 75Hz @16M (depending on CRT)
2048 x 1536; 60Hz @16M (depending on CRT)
Input Devices
• Keyboard: Full sized 85 keys with 12 function keys, 2.7mm key
stroke, 6mm height; Dedicated Windows & Application keys
support; TouchPad pointing device; Scroll function; TouchPad
On/Off utility
• CD Control Function: Play/Pause, Stop, Previous, Skip/Next,
Mode Control Switch (CD/DVD)
Expandability
• 2 memory slots (Both slots may be occupied)
• 2 PC Card slots support 2 Type II or 1 Type III PC Cards
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Communications
• Integrated V.92/56K modem; Data and fax support
• Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN
• Optional upgrade: Integrated 802.11b Wireless LAN module
Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53kbps are the maximum permissible
transmission rates during Download. Actual data transmission speeds will
vary depending on line conditions.
Ports
• RGB (monitor) port
• Parallel port
• 3 Universal Serial Bus ports (2.0)
• i-LINK™ (IEEE 1394) port
• Infrared port
• TV-Out (S-Video)
• RJ-45 LAN port
• RJ-11 modem port
Physical Description
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 13.6” x 12.9” x 2.2”
• Weight: 9.34 lbs
• LED Indicators: Power, Power Save Mode, HDD, CD/DVD-ROM,
DC-IN, Caps Lock, Arrow, Numeric, Main Battery Charging Status
(on Sub LCD), System Sleep / Suspend status, Wireless
Sound
Power Supply
Security
Bios
Communication switch
• Realtek ALC202A Codec Chip, Software sound
• 16-bit stereo, Windows Sound System; SoundBlaster Pro
compatible (in DOS box only)
• Built-in Stereo speakers
• 3D sound support with HRTF 3D positional audio; Direct 3D
Sound (supported by sound driver); DirectSound and DirectMusic
(supported by hardware acceleration); Full Duplex and MIDI (play
back) support, 64 voices
• Sound Volume (by hardware volume)
• Ports: External Microphone port, headphone port,
• AC Adapter: 90W AC Adapter, 100-240V / 50-60Hz frequency
(Universal) input voltage, 19V x 4.74A Output.
Dimensions (LxWxH): 5.1” x 2.2” x 1.1”
• Weight: 1.1lbs
• Battery Pack: 12-cell, rechargeable, removable Lithium Ion
(Graphite) battery, 14.8V x 5850mAh
• Battery Saver (in Windows XP): Stand by, HDD Auto Off, Display
Auto Off, Hibernation
• Battery life: Up to 2.26H; Recharge time(Off/On):
4.0H/4.0~12.0H
Battery life may vary depending on product model, configuration,
applications, power management settings and features utilized.
Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not
charge while computer is consuming full power. After a period of
time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum
capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all
batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories
information that shipped with your computer or visit
www.accessories.toshiba.com
• Slot for Kensington Cable lock, HDD and memory (by screw
only), Built-in Modem/LAN (screw only), User Power-on
password, Supervisor password, Setup Security, Screen Blank
(by Hotkey), Screen Saver by software
• ACPI, PnP, VESA, DPMS, DDC, SM BIOS, PCI BIOS support

TOSHIBA
Operating System
• Microsoft Windows XP Home pre-installed (1955-S805)
• Microsoft Windows XP Pro pre-installed (1955-S806)
• Windows 2000 component drivers on the web
Additional Software
• Microsoft® Works
• Panasonic MotionDV Studio
• Intuit® Quicken® Basic 2001
• Norton® AntiVirus™ 2002
• AOL® (3.-month offer)
• Adobe® Acrobat Reader
• AT&T® Worldnet® Service – 1 Month Free
Telephone access and other charges and other terms and
conditions may apply. Offer available to new customers only.
Offer expires 4/30/04.
• Microsoft Internet Explorer
• Toshiba Custom Utilities
• Satellite Series Online Documentation
• Toshiba Great Software Offer
: Receive your choice of two
software titles. The software selection includes titles from the
follow categories; productivity, education/reference, creativity and
entertainment
Warranty
• 1 year parts, labor and battery
Environmental Specifications
• Temperature: Operating: 5° to 35°C (41° to 95°F); Nonoperating: -20° to 65°C (-4° to 149°F)
• Thermal gradient: Operating: 15°C per hour maximum; Nonoperating: 20°C per hour maximum
• Relative Humidity: Operating: 20% to 80%; Non-operating:
10% to 95%
• Altitude (relative to sea level): Operating: -60 to 3000 meters;
Non-operating: -60 to 10,000 meters
• Shock: Operating: 10G; Non-operating: 60G
• Vibration: Operating: 0.5G; Non-operating: 1.0G
Selected Accessories
Toshiba Accessories
PA3165U-1ACA 90W Global AC Adapter
PA3206U-1BRS Primary Battery
PA3212U-3MPCR Wireless LAN Card Kit (Agere®) 802.11b
Kingston Memory
KTT-3614/128 128MB PC2100 DDR SDRAM
KTT-3614/256 256MB PC2100 DDR SDRAM
*GB = 1 Billion Bytes
** Central Processing Unit (“CPU”) Performance Disclaimer:
CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications
under the following conditions:
• use of certain external peripheral products
• use of battery power instead of AC power
• use of certain multimedia games or videos with special effects
• use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections
• use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer aided
design applications
• use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude >1,000
meters or >3,280 feet above sea level)
• use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5°C to 35°C
(41°F to 95° F) or >25°C (77°F) at high altitude (all temperature
references are approximate).
• CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design
configuration.
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shutdown. This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost
data or damage to the product when used outside recommended
conditions. To avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data
by periodically storing it on an external storage medium. For optimum
performance, use your computer product only under recommended
conditions. Read additional restrictions under “Environmental Conditions” in
your product Resource Guide. Contact Toshiba Technical Service and
Support for more information.
Return Policy
TAIS does not accept the return of component parts, or bundled software,
which have been removed from the PC system. Pro-rata refunds on
individual PC components or bundled software, including the operating
system, will not be granted. If you wish to return a complete PC system,
contact the TAIS dealer where you purchased the product, and comply with
the dealer’s standard return policies and procedures.
KTT-3614/512 512MB PC2100 DDR SDRAM
Targus Cases-Security
NWCEB2 Targus Back Pack
NWCER2 Targus Roller Case
PA450U Targus Defcon Key Lock
*Go to www.accessories.toshiba.com
for additional, available accessories
Product/Part Numbers
Satellite 1955-S805 (Win XP Home) PS197U-000LEV
Satellite 1955-S806 (Win XP Pro) PS197U-000LE6
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