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IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 1, 2001-- The Computer Systems Group (CSG) of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. (TAIS) introduces its thin and light Tecra® 9000 Series with the new Intel® Pentium® III processor-M 1.2GHz offering the latest in mobile computing advancements.

Combined with the fastest processer available, the Tecra 9000 Series also offers integrated Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b), Bluetooth(TM) technology and a Secure Digital (SD) media slot. Toshiba manufactures the industry's only notebook with both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antennas embedded directly into the lid of the notebook, leaving no need for a PC Card.

Weighing a mere 5.3 pounds, the Tecra 9000 is able to offer the best balance of performance, wireless connectivity and low power consumption. Highly mobile professionals can benefit from a lightweight device that provides wireless access to a LAN, team computing, file sharing and transfer of data between other Bluetooth-enabled devices.

The robust feature-set provides the ultimate in mobile computing without sacrificing battery life with its unique power-saving technology.

Additionally, since 1998 the award-winning Tecra series of notebooks, has attracted IT managers with its stable platform, consistent image and long product life cycles lasting up to 18 months further lowering TCO.

In addition to numerous BTO configurations, the Tecra 9000 is available with the following specifications:

CPU                    Mobile Intel Pentium III processor-M with
                       Enhanced SpeedStep(TM) Technology, 1.2GHz
Display                14.1-inch TFT, XGA(1024 x 768)
Video                  S3 SuperSavage/IXC 16MB
Memory                 256MB of PC133 (expandable to 1GB)
Bridge Media           SD Media slot
Hard Disk Drive        30.0GB(a)
CD/DVD-ROM Drive       DVD/CD-RW multi-function drive -- CD-ROM (24X),
                       CD-R (4X), CD-RW (4X), DVD-ROM (6X)
Communication          -- Bluetooth ready
                       -- Integrated Wi-Fi wireless LAN
                       -- Integrated 10/100 Intel Ethernet LAN
                       -- Integrated i.Link(R)(IEEE 1394)
                       -- Fast IR
                       -- V.90 56K Modem
Dimensions             (WxDxH): 12.2-inches x 10.6-inches
                       x 1.2/1.5-inches
Battery Life           Up to three hours
Operating System       Microsoft Windows 2000
Availability           Available through Toshiba's traditional
                       distribution channels, VARs, shoptoshiba.com
                       and mail order partners at the end of October
Estimated Street Price $3,329

(a) GB means 1 billion bytes

Note to Editors: Tecra is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. or Toshiba Corp. BLUETOOTH is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Toshiba under license. Intel, SpeedStep, and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corp.

     Benjamin Group/BSMG Worldwide
     Angela Griffo or Angie Schuder, 949/260-1300
     agriffo@bsmg.com or aschuder@bsmg.com