Toshiba Satellite L655-S5107 15.6-Inch LED Laptop (Fusion Finish in Helios Black)

by Toshiba

• Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit with a 6 cell/48Wh Lithium Ion battery pack; Battery Life (measured by MobileMark 2007): 5 hours, 31 minutes
• 15.6" diagonal widescreen TruBrite TFT display at 1366 x 768 native resolution (HD) with native support for 720p content and LED backlit, Mobile Intel HD Graphics with 64MB-1696MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
• 500GB (5400 RPM); Serial ATA hard disk drive with TOSHIBA Hard Drive Impact Sensor (3D sensor), DVD SuperMulti drive supporting 11 formats
• Configured with 4GB DDR3 1066MHz (max 8GB)
• Intel Core i3-370M Processor 2.40 GHz, 3MB Cache

Product Description

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Toshiba Satellite L655: Fashionable, Affordable and Portable with 15.6-Inch Screen

Offering plenty of mobile computing power plus room to multitask, study, and play, the Toshiba Satellite L655 (model L655-S5107) offers a generous 15.6-inch display that's great for doing more things at once--handling business at home or in the field, watching movies or playing online RPG games. It's perfect for handling computing essentials at home, school or work--from surfing the Web and downloading video to managing household finances or studying for finals. And its high-gloss Fusion Finish in Helios Black will be sure to raise a few eyebrows.

Enjoy added screen real estate with the L655's 15.6-inch screen (see larger image).

This all-purpose, eco-smart machine's stunning 15.6-inch LED-backlit display is easy on the battery and provides 720p native high-definition resolution. It includes a plethora of multimedia features, including a SuperMulti drive that can handle all your DVD and CD formats, built-in speakers with Dolby audio processing, and Intel HD integrated graphics (with up to 1696 MB of shared video memory).

Fusion Finish in Helios Black.

Burn through the hottest new digital media, content creation and advanced 3D gaming with the breakthrough performance of the Intel Core i3 processor--with 4-way multitasking processor power to work on four tasks simultaneously.

Thanks to the built-in webcam and Toshiba Face Recognition software on this machine, you'll enjoy a more convenient way to communicate, log on or share your laptop among the family. Other high-tech features include a power-saving Eco Utility to help reduce power consumption based on your needs and one USB/eSATA combo port.

This Satellite comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version).

Key Features

• 15.6-inch widescreen HD TruBrite LED-Backlit display not only renders stunning visuals, but it's more as it uses less power (1366 x 768 resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio).
  
  

  A wide range of ports will keep you well connected with room to expand and share (see larger image).

   

  

  A full 104-key keyboard with 10-key pad (see larger image).

   

  

  Connect to peripherals with three total USB ports, including
  one eSATA/USB combo port (see larger image).
• 2.40 GHz Intel Core i3-370M dual-core processor for a fast, responsive PC experience (3 MB L3 cache). It comes equipped with Intel HD Graphics, an advanced video engine that delivers smooth, high-quality HD video playback, and advanced 3D capabilities, providing an ideal graphics solution for everyday computing. Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology enables each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking.
• Intel HD Graphics with 64 MB - 1696 MB dynamically allocated shared graphic memory.
  

• 500 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
  

• 4 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (1066 MHz; expandable to 8 GB)
  

• 8x SuperMulti DVD drive with double layer support and Labelflash printing, which enables you to personalize your discs and keep them looking attractive and organized with direct-to-disc laser printing.
  

• Wireless Connectivity
  • With its integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking capabilities, this laptop provides up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range using 802.11n-compatible routers as you would with 802.11g networks. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found at Wi-Fi hotspots and in older home routers).
    

• Built-in stereo speakers with Dolby Advanced Audio blends a suite of technologies to deliver a stunning audio experience from headphones or your laptop speakers. It analyzes audio signals and restores tones often lost in encoding, mimicking the same optimization techniques that go into tuning movie theaters and mixing rooms, resulting in brighter highs and deep, thumping bass tones. It also expands stereo signals to 6.1- or 7.1-channel playback for a listening experience that will have you talking long after the performance.
  
  

  Toshiba ReelTime. Click here to learn about its features.

   

  

  Toshiba Eco Utility. Click here to learn about its features.
• Included Toshiba Software:
  • Toshiba Media Controller offers simplified media sharing. Using an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, it lets you share videos, music and pictures from the media library on your laptop with compatible devices in your home entertainment network, or with other compatible laptops and devices, like an Xbox 360 game console. And you can do it all without moving equipment, burning discs or fumbling with cables.
  • Toshiba Bulletin Board is an easy-to-use organizational and productivity app that lets you build your own personalized space on your desktop. With Toshiba Bulletin Board, you can quickly and easily manage your to-do lists and calendars, plus create your own custom work area by pinning your favorite photos, documents, links and more.
  • Toshiba ReelTime helps you cut down the time it takes to search for files. The easy-to-use app takes traditional text-based file structures one step further to help you find what you're looking for more quickly. Accessible from your taskbar, it shows you a visual timeline of your recently accessed files--using graphical thumbnails--so you can easily identify and get to your files faster.
    

• Included Toshiba Utilities:
  • Toshiba eco Utility makes it easy to go green as you go mobile. Hit the Eco Button and you'll launch the Toshiba Eco Utility, which puts all sorts of easy-to-read information on your screen, and gives you the ability to adjust the power settings on your laptop. It also activates a light showing you're in the Eco Mode. The Toshiba Eco Utility lets you pick the optimal power plan for your situation. Choose High-Performance when you need every watt you can get, Power Saver for the least energy consumption, or Balanced as a perfect blend of the two.
    

• Up to 5.5 hours of battery life (6-cell battery)
  

• Dimensions & Weight: 14.96 x 9.84 x 1.49 inches (WxDxH); 5.48 pounds
  

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion 3 total USB ports with 1 eSATA/USB combo port that enables you to connect to compatible external hard drives for lightning fast transfers of large multimedia files--up to 5 times faster than via a standard USB port. VGA video output (analog, RGB) Microphone and headphone jacks Multi-format memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Multi Media Card, xD Picture Card Fast Ethernet (10/100) What's in the box This package contains the Toshiba Satellite L655-S5107 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2011 (30-day trial); Microsoft Office Starter 2010; Google Toolbar; Microsoft Windows Media Player 12; Microsoft Silverlight; Intuit Quickbooks Financial Center (trial); Toshiba PC Health Monitor; Toshiba Online Backup (30-day trial) This laptop is backed by a 1-year limited hardware warranty.

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to. And with Windows Anytime Upgrade, you'll be able to add new features to your PC in as little as 10 minutes. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process, it requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings

Environmental Specifications

• Energy Star 5.0 certified
• Gold EPEAT designation for meeting standards to help reduce its environmental impact.
• RoHS compliant effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances

Learn more about Toshiba's environmental commitment.

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25th Anniversary of Toshiba Laptops

This year, Toshiba celebrates its 25th anniversary of innovations and quality in the notebook PC business. Beginning with the launch of the Toshiba T1100, the world's first clamshell-type, fully functional laptop PC, Toshiba has led the with such innovations as the first laptop with a color monitor in 1991 and a laptop with integrated CD-ROM drive in 1995 (followed by the addition of a DVD drive in 1998). And in 2009, Toshiba unveiled the world's first ultraportable laptop with 512GB solid state drive.

Today, Toshiba continues to be a leader in manufacturing, with virtually all of its consumer laptops earning EPEAT Gold status for meeting standards that help reduce overall environmental impact.

Toshiba's Face Recognition software builds a digital map of your face for easy log-ins.

Integrated Webcam with Face Recognition Capabilities

A 1.3 megapixel digital web camera built into the LCD's bezel lets you quickly snap photos and participate in live video chats. The integrated webcam does more than just video chats. It includes Toshiba Face Recognition capabilities--the ultimate hands-free, hassle-free way to log onto your laptop. Just show your face to the webcam--no keeping track of hard-to-remember passwords and no unnecessary typing. And if you're using one laptop for several users--say for the whole family or for a small business--Toshiba Face Recognition lets you switch profiles with one simple look.

8x DVD-SuperMulti Drive

This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD±R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It offers the following read/write speeds:

• Write: 24x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, 8x DVD-R, 8x DVD+R, 8x DVD-R DL (double-layer), 8x DVD+R DL (double-layer), 8x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+RW, 5x DVD-RAM
• Read: 24x CD-ROM, 8x DVD-ROM

With the Labelflash functionality, you can burn high-resolution, high-contrast pictures on the label side of DVD discs using the same laser used for data recording. Enjoy transparency and high-quality not found in traditional printable media. All you need is a Labelflash DVD disc to start labeling without a printer.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

82 of 87 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Laptop for the price but disappointing battery October 15, 2010

By Nate Swartz

Amazon Verified Purchase

Overall good laptop,

To the contrary, it seems well made. No keys have popped off. It is fast and efficient, light and compact. I have two complaints though, one is the constant fingerprint marks and smudges, that won't come off the high gloss body (someone has suggested using baby wipes, which I have yet to try). But more importantly the battery life is no where near what the "up to 5.3 hour" test rating. On average I get about 2.3 to 3 hours of battery life per charge, and I have only been using it for web browsing and microsoft word/powerpoint. I will be talking to a company rep from Toshiba in the near future, but I don't expect a replacement because the description of battery life uses the key words of "up to." lol, yeah probably in hibernation mode.

25 of 25 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Value December 1, 2010

By EFS

Amazon Verified Purchase

I am the type of person that does a lot of technical research before buying s piece of electronics. For this laptop, I spent about 8 hours researching the features and prices before the purchase. I bought this for personal 'couch' use. Surfing, email, facebook, music, videos etc. I went with the i3 processor for the battery life. I think a lot of people get caught up in thinking they need the fastest processor to get a 'fast' experience. I'm not editing videos or doing CAD drawings, so the i3 does just fine. The other nice feature here is the 4GB of DDR3 RAM. The cheaper ('doorbuster') laptops have less and slower memory. Low memory is a common cause of unresponsive systems, this laptop has a lot of fast RAM. This model also has a 500GB HDD - much more than comparable models. The HDD is only 5400 RPM, but again, if you are not planning on editing videos, I'll take a little slower HDD for increased battery life. The screen has a LED back light which is also supposed to increase battery life. Over all the system is snappy, boots relativity fast, and has the features to maximize battery life.

The keyboard is full size, with large lettering. Does not look sleek, but is easy to use with my fat fingers.

The touchpad is the only thing I can complain about. Seems toshiba went through great lengths to make the touchpad seem like it is part of the case. Its like its painted on. I would rather have a raised edge around it so you can feel where the edge is. This is a very minor issue that I am sure I will get used to over time.

The speakers are ok for built in laptop speakers, they actually sound fuller than I expected.

The size, weight and screen size are just about perfect for using 'on your lap' on the couch. The 15" screen is just right for my 40-something eyes. One more thing, the wall power supply is small and light too.

When I finally picked this model, I check to see what I would get for a little more money. I found that the laptops in the $700-$800 range actually had inferior features compared to this one.

In summary, as of December 2010, you will not find a better laptop for under $600.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Value - Very happy November 21, 2010

By J. Newton

Amazon Verified Purchase

I purchased this laptop because it was inexpensive and a great value for the money. I've had it for about a month now. In my opinion, technology moves too fast to invest a great deal of money in a laptop.

I have been extremely happy with it. I use the laptop for multiple hours everyday and it works great for me. I am not a power user. I mostly do word processing, e-mail, web surfing, and watch TV on-line. I have played a few older games on the computer which have worked well. I have also done some PowerPoint presentations and some statistical work which the computer handled well.

I am a linux person, so I really didn't expect to like Windows 7, but it is surprisingly good. The computer is responsive and fast for my needs. The battery life is surprisingly good in my opinion. The 5 hour estimation I'm sure is for optimal conditions such as the screen brightness turned down, wifi turned off etc. I get about 3 hours when on battery power surfing, e-mailing, writing, etc. Watching videos will shorten that time.

The downsides of the computer for me are that is does not run linux well. I tried several linux distributions and none of them recognize the computer when on battery power. I'm sure there is a solution for this, but I did not find one in my searches. The linux kernel will not recognize the wireless driver automatically, but there is a linux driver available at the realtek website that is easy to use (the readme file has the instructions). I've actually decided to stick with Microsoft on this laptop which is a huge change for me.

The speakers are rather underpowered. The sound is weak and the quality is not great. I get by on the laptop speakers, but don't expect much from them.

I did have a problem with the computer crashing suddenly. This happened several times and I am just guessing that it had to do with my instillation of linux on a separate partition (there were some errors when installed). While I took some time to create boot DVDs when I purchased the computer (and it took a long time to create them), I just used the toshiba recover tools to return the computer to its factory defaults. This erased the linux partition and seems to have solved the problems.

Thats it. Good computer, cheap, don't expect a great deal of support since that is how the keep the cost so low, weak sound, not a good computer for linux, runs Windows great, for basic computer needs it has been outstanding for me.