I want to trade a guy on craigslist for his Toshiba A135 Laptop. here are the specifications he listed:
This is a Very Slightly Used Toshiba A135 Laptop. It is in Excellent Condition with No Scratches anywhere in sight. I already have a laptop and do not need this one. All Original Software Included. Features include:
Windows Vista Basic Home Edition,
448 MB of RAM,
Intel Celeron M 2.0 Ghz,
100 GB hard Drive,
ATI Radion Xpress Graphics Card,
Wireless Internet Network ready (WiFi)
CD/DVD RW Drive
Adaptable A/C Power Cord
I have also Included with this sale
Laptop Carrying Case,
Mini traveling Mouse for easier use,
As well as a Linksys Wireless-G Notebook Adapter
Model# WPC54G 2.4GHz 802.11g,
There is also a protective Covering over the Laptop itself to prevent Scratches.
Should I grab it? Anything on the laptop I should look out for?
this is the link to it: http://nh.craigslist.org/sys/471805753.html
It is used, and is there a way too get more RAM?
AND are u guys sure about the whole "not enough RAM" thing? all i’ll be doing is using internet, going on AIM, and multimedia stuff like videos, music and pictures. Thanks so much 4 answering though! Its helped alot.
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I have an A135 and it came with 2Gig of RAM, Vista needes at least 1 gig to run properly.You did mention price. I would not pay any more than about $600 for that one with that little of RAM, vista will not even run on that little!
It’s not bad, and Toshiba is generally a really good brand, but it is slightly low on RAM if you ask me. You can always add more, but that could be a hassle, especially if you’re not familiar with it. It also depends on what you want to use it for, if you’re into gaming, then you might want a more powerful one, but if you just need it to check the internet and type a document once in a while, then it’s pretty good. So, just think abut what you need it for, and if you feel that it’s the right decision, then get it. If you do decide to buy, ask him about a guarantee in case you’re not satisfied within, say, 30 days or something like that. It’s always good to know that you can return it if you need to. Good Luck!
This unit doesn’t have enough ram or hard drive and you will most likely have to upgrade it depending on what you will be using it for.Toshiba does make good computers though.
I wouldn’t touch second hand laptops with a bargepole, It has Vista basic so you’ll be pretty limited, Have a look at the Acer Aspire 5315 I am using that now and its a great machine. I got it new in the UK from play.com (£349) it has a built in webcam and Vista Premium. And if you buy new you will get a warranty and peace of mind.
The ram on this Toshiba is rubbish and you will be struggling to do more than one thing at a time.
you dont want a crappy celeron with your vista because it will be twice as slow. meaning the vista is a system resources hog and celeron is a slower processor so its like being twice as slow
Used or New… that’s the big question. That RIG needs more RAM because it has Windows Vista. I would get 2GB or more.
But here’s the thing. You can get NEW and the manufacturer’s warranty for a little more. In fact, here is an A135 with MORE already from NewEgg.com
TOSHIBA Satellite A135-S4487 NoteBook Intel Core 2 Duo T5500(1.66GHz) 15.4" Wide XGA 2GB DDR2 533 220GB DVD Super Multi Intel GMA950 – $899.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834114309
So if you DO decide to buy the used one, get as much RAM as you can. Use the free SCAN TOOL at Crucial.com
http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2594269-5032657
Good luck and Happy Computing!