Customer Reviews for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
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Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Model: A215-S5818
SKU: 8658874
UPC: 883974031542
With a 15.4" TruBrite TFT-LCD screen and multiformat double-layer DVD±RW/CD-RW drive, this laptop gives you an amazing venue for all your favorite media. Use the built-in 802.11b/g wireless LAN to work and play totally cable-free.Windows Vista Home Premium preloaded Which Windows Vista edition is right for you? Compare. Take a product tour. 749.99
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Customer Reviews for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Review 1 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
EXCELLENT PURCHASE
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: RebelChicky966
from Palm Springs, CA
on 05/13/2008
What's great about it: Clear, glossy screen, graphics, keyboard, color, features, webcam, Windows Vista, speakers, wireless, mic,.
What's not so great: Built-n Webcam incompatible with Windows Vista
This was my first laptop bought brand new. Any other ones i've had in the past, were second hand ones. I did alot of research before making a purchase. The Best Buy sales reps were really helpful. I have not had any blackout problems *(never once!). The worst scenario i had was in setting up and trying to get internet to work. I didn't know i needed a wireless router for it. I enjoy using wireless now. Before, i didn't know what it was! LOL. The graphics on the Toshiba is so CLEAR and PRECISE. The glossy screen looks fabulous watching DVD's and videos. The keys are quiet and have the right tension. It is easy to keep clean (keyboard). My Toshiba had 200 Gb harddrive with 3 GB RAM installed with Windows Vista. Windows VistA takes a little getting used to, but i like it for the most part. Vista is not compatible with various programs but that is a Microsoft issue, not Toshiba.
I got my laptop on sale for $850 which actually was a really great sale. They wanted $1000 for them regularly from Best Buy. And i had some software installed for me before i took it home.
I am SO PLEASED with my purchase of this laptop. I really am glad that such quality is packed into this TOSHIBA BRAND. Toshiba rocks! YAY!!!
I got my laptop on sale for $850 which actually was a really great sale. They wanted $1000 for them regularly from Best Buy. And i had some software installed for me before i took it home.
I am SO PLEASED with my purchase of this laptop. I really am glad that such quality is packed into this TOSHIBA BRAND. Toshiba rocks! YAY!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
not bad but not super
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: hjhjhjhj
from burbank
on 05/07/2008
it takes too long to start it ...battery last only 35-45m
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 3 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Great Laptop
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: jlwntrw
from AL
on 05/01/2008
What's great about it: Easy to set up and use.
What's not so great: None
Great sceen resolution. Easy set up and wireless is a snap to use! I have had laptops in the past that would require an expert to set them up. This is a great lap top for someone just getting started with mobile technology or going to school. Price is right!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 4 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Best Buy ever!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: jpmar
from Lompoc, CA
on 04/30/2008
What's great about it: Small, runs fast, can take it anywhere...
What's not so great: Can't think of any...
I couldn't be happier with my laptop purchase from Best Buy. I already know if there's anything else that I need, electronically, that's where I am going...
My family and friends wanted one after they saw mine.
My family and friends wanted one after they saw mine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Nice Lapper
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: Supers
from Anchorage, Ak
on 04/28/2008
What's great about it: The 17" screen is great, it processes fast and I use it for powerpoint presentations and it works very well
What's not so great: The keyboard is garbage, the right-click button is like a sponge...I wish I had a better graphics card
Overall, if you are looking for a computer to game on, keep looking. If you want a laptop to do schoolwork, this is the rig for you(and me)
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
great deal and product
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: RETSBEW
from MD
on 04/27/2008
What's great about it: EVERYTHING
What's not so great: NONE
This is a great machine, i read all the reviews before making this purchase and still bouhgt this unit with all those negatives about it. MY OPINION' I bought this unit and within the 14 days return period i ran it vigorously doing everything possible and trust me this is the one. It's been 3mths running now and i went and purchase another one for my daughter and she uses her's like crazy.YOU KNOW WHAT I RECOMMENDED THIS TO ANYONE WHO NEEDS A GOOD COMPUTER, JUST KEEP IT UP TO DATE AND YOU'RE GOOD TO GO.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Toshiba is the Best
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: gadgetmanchris
from Southeastern OKlahoma
on 04/25/2008
What's great about it: Easy Setup, Large clear Screen
What's not so great: like all laptops, it overheats
This is my 2nd Toshiba. I have owned 5 laptops over the last 10 years. The best and most durable was my first Toshiba...I have had it for 5 years and it is still going strong. The others have only lasted 2years or so.
So, buying a Toshiba was an easy choice. Also,when purchasing a laptop, you should also purchase a cooling unit that sits underthe computer. Laptops run hot, so adding a cooling unit will help keep it cool therefore it will run longer.
This new laptop is amazing....the screen is crystal clear. Watching a dvd is like watching it on a tv screen. It runs extremely fast with the dual core processor, and 2 gb of ram.
I am extremely proud if this purchase..
So, buying a Toshiba was an easy choice. Also,when purchasing a laptop, you should also purchase a cooling unit that sits underthe computer. Laptops run hot, so adding a cooling unit will help keep it cool therefore it will run longer.
This new laptop is amazing....the screen is crystal clear. Watching a dvd is like watching it on a tv screen. It runs extremely fast with the dual core processor, and 2 gb of ram.
I am extremely proud if this purchase..
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
good computer for the price
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: goodbuy1
on 04/24/2008
What's great about it: easy to set up and use, good speed
What's not so great: blank screen and lost data
overall good computer, we had trouble with the computer screen going blank and losing all our data and the only way to fix it was to do a hard power off and reboot--I lost alot of hard work and data---I did go to toshiba's web site and found a patch to fix the problem--no more blank screens or lost data since we applied the patch we are keeping our fingers crossed---because I was ready to take it back to best buy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Best laptop I've owned
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: werewolf3361
on 04/21/2008
What's great about it: Almost everything
What's not so great: battery life, heat when running
This laptop is great, it took a while to figure out the Vista system but once I got the hang of it it's very easy to use. I've owned a couple other laptops and one was an older Toshiba Satellite model, I have to say that the improvements between that and this one are amazing. I'm very glad I chose to purchase this laptop!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
very good purchase
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: crazzyme
from augusta, me
on 04/20/2008
What's great about it: all the features that come with the laptop
What's not so great: it tends to over heat if on your lap
this is my very first laptop purchase and i believe that i made a great choice. I purchased this laptop in 2/08 and i have not has any problems with this yet except at first it seemed to get a little to hot when i sat it on my lap, so i got a cooling pad and everything is fine. this is a great laptop for multitasking.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
worth it
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: gianni5
from San Diego, CA
on 04/20/2008
What's great about it: Fast, good design (look and feel), Toshiba reputation.
What's not so great: My first unit purchased was defective, however, the replacement is great.
Other than the the first initial purchase of a defective unit, I am very happy with this laptop. I am not an advanced user, but I think it is perfect for the average consumer.
It has everything you need: wireless, supports Vista with at least 2 GB of Ram with dual-core technology, the feel of the keyboard and buttons are good (it has firm, not soft, buttons), and the screen has good resolution.
Overall, I personally would give this laptop a B+.
It has everything you need: wireless, supports Vista with at least 2 GB of Ram with dual-core technology, the feel of the keyboard and buttons are good (it has firm, not soft, buttons), and the screen has good resolution.
Overall, I personally would give this laptop a B+.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 12 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Toshiba Laptop A215-S5818
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Teslajunkie
from Dallas TX
on 04/20/2008
What's great about it: Lots of storage, memory and a fast processor!
What's not so great: Not so big on Vista
I love this laptop. It's fast, light weight, tons of storage and memory, with room for more memory too. The only things I don't like so much are Windows Vista and the sound is sometimes very low depending on what type of player is being used. Overall... a great buy for the price and all the features this laptop has.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 13 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
great deal for the money
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: lizard23
from fort wayne indiana
on 04/20/2008
What's great about it: almost everything about it
What's not so great: windows vista, battery life
ive had this laptop for about a month now and the only thing i have to complain about is the windows vista on it, and the battery life. i personally could deal with a little longer battery life but thats just me. as for windows vista thats not really toshibas fault, just microsofts'. all in all this is a wonderful buy for the money and i would definately recommend it to other people.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 14 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Highly Recommended
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: erikkm
from Santa Rosa, CA
on 04/18/2008
What's great about it: Speed, Display, Wireless Signal, Battery Life
What's not so great: had to get 3 laptops to get a good one, noisy left click
The first laptop I got had 1 dead pixel. I returned it. The second one had a bad motherboard (mobo would not accept 4 GB RAM (Good thing for me I had two 2 GB RAM sticks ready to go!)). The third laptop has become my trusty friend.
Bright display (I often clean with tissue paper and 50/50 rubbing alcohol/water). VERY reliable (it gets used about 15-24 hours a day and NEVER fails). My battery lasts me 1 1/2 hours on max power settings, but I picked up some extra batteries for $50 each. I fixed the power issue with a BIOS update and cranked up processor settings via Toshiba Help Line. I also upgraded to Windows Vista Ultimate because DreamScene is so cool. I also upgraded to a 7200 RPM HDD for a 20% increase in speed. I use the stock 5400 RPM HDD for use as a cloned spare (extra caddy cost me $10). By the way, I would NOT recommend upgrading to 4 GB RAM because my RAM memory has never required more than 1.7 GB and I often have 3 programs running. This laptop is hecka fast, though. It boots up in 90 seconds. My complaints would be a noisy left click and the fact that I had to go through three laptops to get a good one. I didn't even mention that the first time I started the third laptop I got an error message regarding some .dll file not found. I called Toshiba and he said reload the OS using the supplied DVDs (I knew that). It took a long time to reload the OS, but it was very simple. Toshiba tech people were very helpful. By the way, it is impossible to add a second HDD to this laptop. The second HDD cover is there because this A215 shares the base with an A205 that had an optional second HDD. They should have engineered the motherboard to accept a second HDD if they were gonna put a cover there--it got my hopes up!
Bright display (I often clean with tissue paper and 50/50 rubbing alcohol/water). VERY reliable (it gets used about 15-24 hours a day and NEVER fails). My battery lasts me 1 1/2 hours on max power settings, but I picked up some extra batteries for $50 each. I fixed the power issue with a BIOS update and cranked up processor settings via Toshiba Help Line. I also upgraded to Windows Vista Ultimate because DreamScene is so cool. I also upgraded to a 7200 RPM HDD for a 20% increase in speed. I use the stock 5400 RPM HDD for use as a cloned spare (extra caddy cost me $10). By the way, I would NOT recommend upgrading to 4 GB RAM because my RAM memory has never required more than 1.7 GB and I often have 3 programs running. This laptop is hecka fast, though. It boots up in 90 seconds. My complaints would be a noisy left click and the fact that I had to go through three laptops to get a good one. I didn't even mention that the first time I started the third laptop I got an error message regarding some .dll file not found. I called Toshiba and he said reload the OS using the supplied DVDs (I knew that). It took a long time to reload the OS, but it was very simple. Toshiba tech people were very helpful. By the way, it is impossible to add a second HDD to this laptop. The second HDD cover is there because this A215 shares the base with an A205 that had an optional second HDD. They should have engineered the motherboard to accept a second HDD if they were gonna put a cover there--it got my hopes up!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 15 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
good deal for the money
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: roadrunner69
from brysoncity nc
on 04/06/2008
What's great about it: it a well made laptop
What's not so great: none
you want be sorry for buying this laptop if you have black screen just go to the website and download the driver and no more screen of death .
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 16 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Dont waste your money
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: Lucy91744
from West Covina, CA
on 04/01/2008
What's great about it: nothing
What's not so great: the screen goes black !!!!
This computer is the worst thing I have ever purchased!!! Everything was ok on it but it didn’t help that you would get a black screen randomly. and you have to restart your computer to get it on. First they told me it was the battery settings, and then they told me it was what I installed into the computer. After looking online for more reviews I find out that everyone had this problem. The reviews show that it just gets worse after time. Please do yourself a favor before buying this computer look up more reviews. It has something to do with vista and the mother board. I returned it and so should you if you just bought it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 17 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Very Pleased
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: ladybuglove
on 03/27/2008
What's great about it: just love it!!!!
What's not so great: none
I purchased this laptop about 1 month ago! My desktop crashed & just bought the laptop to get by intill my desktop returned back home. My son who works in guality assurance for one of the major competeing companys (whom i will not metion the name), came home for the weekend and ended using it.He thought it was a very nice laptop. So buy with confidence & enjoy!!!!!!!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 18 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Awesome Laptop!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: celestialkel
from North Carolina
on 03/12/2008
What's great about it: easy to use, stylish, and has great features
What's not so great: short battery life
I purchased my Toshiba Laptop in February 2008! I have to say that i have been totally pleased with it! The price was reasonable and me and my family have trusted the Toshiba name in our household for many years with other electronics! I would recommend this laptop to anyone and it's great for kids also! My 9 year old daughter finds it really easy to use and enjoys being able to take it from room to room!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 19 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Nice for the price
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: homemom
from Battle Creek, MI
on 03/11/2008
What's great about it: Dual Core, memory, screen
What's not so great: marginal speakers, battery life
Purchased this computer at the local store. I came home and started reading the reviews from other customers. I must say that I was a little scared becuase of all the blackout problems everyone was having. I have now had the computer two weeks without any problems. Maybe I am one of the lucky ones.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 20 for Toshiba Satellite Laptop with AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL-60 - Onyx Blue
Great Laptop!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: msmauz
on 03/10/2008
What's great about it: Plenty of great features for the money
What's not so great: None
I have found this to be a very good laptop for a great price. Great memory and great speed with upgrade to 2 gigs of RAM.
Screen blackout problem is very easily fixed by going to the Toshiba tech support site and downloading the fix. Took 2 minutes!
Very happy with this laptop!
Screen blackout problem is very easily fixed by going to the Toshiba tech support site and downloading the fix. Took 2 minutes!
Very happy with this laptop!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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