... It is one of Toshiba's older but very stable machines. The processor being a Pentium III is sufficient for many operating systems. I have used a few on my machine: Windows 98 & XP + Linux. This computer will be able to run Windows XP at quite an impressive speed. However the older the OS the ... Read review
Advantages: Speedy, Light, Looks Good and Great Price! Disadvantages: Older Model, Old Processor, Old OS, Low RAM and HDD
I bought my 3490CT on eBay UK back in January this year. It was a second hand model which came without an OS. I know that it comes with a license for Microsoft Windows 2000. I used Windows XP Home on mine. From the moment I turned it on I have loved this little machine. It has great features. I have found it to have just the adequate speed for portable computing needs. I do still find the need to have a main fast desktop computer at home. This in ... ...in HTML and Flash. If you do not require a extremely fast machine which you will use for very basic Windows tasks and a machine which looks good, is tiny and light this should be one of the contenders in your buying list. You can get this very competitively priced on eBay. It is one of Toshiba's older but very stable machines. The processor being a Pentium III is sufficient for many operating systems. I have used a few on my machine: Windows 98 & ... more
I bought my 3490CT on eBay UK back in January this year. It was a second hand model which came without an OS. I know that it comes with a license for Microsoft Windows 2000. I used Windows XP Home on mine. From the moment I turned it on I have loved this little machine. It has great features. I have found it to have just the adequate speed for portable computing needs. I do still find the need to have a main fast desktop computer at home. This in my case is because I do a lot of work in HTML and Flash. If you do not require a extremely fast machine which you will use for very basic Windows tasks and a machine which looks good, is tiny and light this should be one of the contenders in your buying list. You can get this very competitively priced on eBay. It is one of Toshiba's older but very stable machines. The processor being a Pentium III is sufficient for many operating systems. I have used a few on my machine: Windows 98 & XP + Linux. This computer will be able to run Windows XP at quite an impressive speed. However the older the OS the faster it will run because of the size. The RAM is not too bad it is fine for people who will not run several programs at once. The HDD is a fair size. This is understandable to keep the overall size of the machine down. You can get an interchangeable CD-RW Drive for this machine or simply could use some form of external hard disk or flash memory drive. I think this machine looks better than most new machines. It is far smaller than many new machines that I have seen in regional stores. Overall a good buy for someone who requires a first computer or a basic machine to run normal task on.
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition, Microsoft Windows 2000 / NT 4.0, Microsoft Windows 98
Software
Drivers & Utilities, Drivers & Utilities, Microsoft Internet Explorer
Environmental parameters
Max Altitude Operating
3000 m, 3 km
Max Operating Temperature
35 °C
Min Operating Temperature
5 °C
Humidity Range Operating
20 - 80%
Networking
Networking
Network adapter
Data Link Protocol
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Manufacturer's product description
Portégé 3490CT is a brilliantly stylish portable PC that strikes the optimum balance between ultra portability and performance. Super compact dimensions, feather-light silver finish cases and robust durability make these machines the ultimate road warriors, perfectly equipped to handle life on the move. On-board modems and network adaptors ensure fast, effortless connection wherever these portable PCs travel. Other outstanding features include a large TFT display, enhanced battery life, state-of-the-art graphics and versatile expansion options.
