Toshiba Mini NB255-N245 10.1-Inch Netbook Review

July 26, 2010, 7:02 am PDT by admin
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The Toshiba Mini NB255-N245 is an upgraded version of NB305-N310. There is no significant changes in the specification of the Toshiba Mini NB255-N245 but it now comes with the latest Intel Atom N455 processor. Read the full review of Toshiba Mini NB305-N310.

Toshiba Mini NB255-N245 Specification

Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Starter (32-bit)
Processor : Intel Atom N455 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
Chipset : Mobile Intel NM10 Express
Display : 10.1-inch Widescreen LED Backlit LCD (Native Resolution:1024 x 600)
Graphics : Intel GMA 3150 (250MB shared graphics memory)
Memory : 1GB DDR2 667MHz RAM (easily self upgrade RAM to 2GB)
Storage : 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
Wireless Data Network : WLAN: 802.11b/g
Input/Output : 1 x VGA connector, 3 x USB 2.0 ports (1x with Sleep and Charge), 1 x LAN RJ-45, 2 x audio jacks(Headphone & Mic-in)
Camera : 0.3 megapixels
Audio : Integrated Stereo Speakers
Flash Media Slot : Secure Digital, SDHC, MMC
Battery : 6-cell battery(48 Wh) – Up to 8.3 hours of battery life
Dimensions : 10.4 x 8.3 x 1.27 inches (WxDxH)
Weight : 2.8 lbs

Note: This netbook does not come with an integrated optical drive; an optional external optical drive can be connected via one of the netbook’s USB ports.

Notes on Upgrading Toshiba Mini NB255-N245 netbook memory from 1GB to 2GB

The netbook comes with only 1 slot and it is populated by a 1GB memory module
That means you have to remove the 1GB RAM module to insert the new 2GB RAM module
Make sure you purchase the right memory module – a 200 pin DDR2 SODIMM notebook memory module (667MHz or 800MHz)
Installing the memory is a snap. You just need a tiny Philips screwdriver to remove one screw from back cover, pop out the old, pop in the new, replace the cover and boot it back up. See steps outlined in Upgrading Your Netbook RAM

Color Options

The NB255-N245 is available in Black Onyx only.

Software Included with Toshiba Mini NB255-N245

TOSHIBA ConfigFree
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
TOSHIBA Bulletin Board – organizational and productivity application that lets you build your own personalized space on your desktop
TOSHIBA ReelTime – helps you cut down the time it takes to search for files
Toshiba Media Controller – offers simplified media sharing
Hard disc (HDD) recovery
WildTangent® Orb™ Games Console
Norton Internet Security 2010 (30 day trial)
Microsoft® Works Version 9.0
Microsoft® Office Home and Student 2007 Edition (60-day trial)
Microsoft Silverlight
Microsoft Office Live Essentials including Photo Gallery, Messenger, Mail and Writer

Toshiba Mini NB255-N245 Price Review

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Optional Upgrades

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