Toshiba Satellite L505-S5993 First off does anyone know if I can use my older XP software on this model and if it has an internal modem for dial up?Thanks
454748
I ended up buying a model with a 16 inch screen and it does have an internal modem. The battery life is short but the only place I ever take it is to my library and they have outlets for use there.
454749
I would like to know if you can buy a replacment battery that has 4 hrs. run time.The computer sounds great except for the 2 hr. 25 min. battery time.Why such a good comp. with such a whimppy battery?
454750
Yes, but according to the chart you need Windows 7 Professional, not Home Premium, for that.
454751
Whould this laptop be a good choice for useing Softplan house drawing software? Also for editing and storeing videos and pictures and web searching?
454752
According to the specs from the Toshiba website there is no modem port. In order to run XP software I believe you would have to upgrade from Windows 7 Premium to either Professional or Ultimate then get the free download for XP Mode.
454753
Thanks for responding F.Lewis I just reread Amazons copy and they state that there is a port for a modem. I still don't know if that means that there is an internal modem or it's there for an external modem. The only XP software that I use is my Corel Paint ShopPro PHOTOX2. It just seems wrong that I would buy a new comp for around 5 to 6 hundred and then have to pay another almost 200 to upgrade it for one program. I feel confused and annoyed at the way things seem to be working out, sigh.
454754
I have read and reread the descrition and can't seem to find if the display is plasma or LCD. Does anyone know?Thanks, Clara
454755
The description says that it has: RJ-45 port for 10/100 Fast Ethernet and RJ-11 port for 56K modem. So, I would take it to mean that you can either use a network system (ethernet port) or dial-up system (56k modem port)--both types would be internal modems.As to the XP software, I thought that Windows 7 took care of the glitch of Windows Vista in that you could use programs with XP. But, I could have interpreted it wrong.
454756
What is the Difference between satellite computers and Wireless?! If someone could explain that would be helpfull!
938783
I could not get the my telecom software to recognize the voice capability supposedly built into modem. Same issue in both XP Pro and Win7 Pro 64bit. It may have been a software issue, but I returned it anyway. Instead I bought a serial to USB interface cable. It required a driver (free from manufacturer) but once installed worked perfectly with two legacy serial port modems, recognizing all the built-in features.
878645
The Zoom Modem Model 3095 has the option to select either tone or Pulse dialing .The modem CD includes software that lets Windows users send, receive faxes if you use your modem for receiving faxes, keep in mind the following: Your computer must be running and the communications software must be active.
520971
I have Century Link as a provider and I have a modem. I believe that yes you can use dial-up.
1357734
My laptop came with WinXP3, a 32 bit OS. The XP driver for the WiFi on-board circuitry was installed and enabled. If you intend to upgrade the OS, be sure to locate the WiFi driver for the new OS.
2197666
I didnt use that thing, i bought it for my aunt in cuba, she have xp and work perfectly
1353558
I bought this laptop a few months ago, it's really nice for the price. They are refurbished, so I think the products can vary slightly, but mine has a 56k modem/fax by Agere systems.
155404
Would not recommend this USB modem, it has no instructions or clues as to how to use it other than it specifically acts as a dial-up modem for Internet access and for fax/data applications via a land telephone line (includes the telephone cord for connecting the same). You said you have a "modem wire" - suggesting you already have a modem and thus no need for an external modem. Maybe you need a USB connector, not a modem? Best to due more research for your specific need.
270348
Quick Answer: YesLong Answer: From the USR Web site:"*Compatible with Windows XP/XP 64 bit/2003/2003 64 bit/Vista/Vista 64 bit/Server 2008/Server 2008 64 bit/Win 7/Win 7 64 bit/Win 8/Win 8 64 bit/Server 2011/Server 2012"Here's the link if you want to read it on their site: http://www.usr.com/en/products/56k-dialup-modem/usr5639/
570494
Very strange indeed. I update firmware directly via internet without problems. Plus, Toshiba sends me a firmware update disk within a couple of weeks of every firmware release. Did you register your product? I think that is how Toshiba knows to send me the CD! I hate to suggest that perhaps you tried to burn the zip file rather than the extracted ISO file by mistake. I just tried to burn the ISO image and it, too, worked like a charm.
1018878
I don't know really. My system came with XP and I like it. My Dell Latitude D530 works very well. No crashes. I like the screen because it has a higher profile then the new systems. It fits my needs well.
1183138
Why not just stick with XP Pro. When I got my Dell, I just asked for it to have Windows XP Pro installed as that's what I had on my old computer and I liked it a lot better than the newer (7&8) systems. The Dell came as requested AND ALSO WITH an XP Pro system install disk so that if I ever had to restore it I could. It pays to ask! I don't care if XP and XP pro aren't going to be supported. IT WORKS FOR ME! Lonnie
1214530
No-- it's older software, and it doesn't require Internet to use. The only downside: you'll need a computer which runs Windows XP rather than Windows 7 or 8. Great program, though.
320734
The PC I purchased came without a phone modem/card so dial up not available on mine. Would need to install a card. Check the rear of the PC to see if there is a phone jack.
625293
What happened to the free Windows 7 upgrade this was sold with a few days ago?Toshiba Satellite A505-S6973 16.0-Inch Laptop - Black/Grey
1465073
I'm not sure if you actually need internet access. I don't think you do. I have it connected to my network in the back of my building and I have the software installed in my workstation in my office. Whenever I open the software it connects to the clock and downloads the punches. I have to say, from the reviews I read before buying it, I wasn't very convinced it was going to work, but I'm very happy with how well it works and how easy it was to set up. I'm running windows 7 but I think it should work with XP too. I hope it helps!
1440501
Yes you can. It even comes with the Windows XP drivers (you'll need them), which is nice because downloading them from the ASUS web site takes a LONG time, no matter what your internet connection speed is. They're in Taipei, and from here it seems like their servers are connected via a 56k modem. It's not the easiest process, though. There's no CD drive, so you'll have to install from a USB drive, or possibly share a CD drive from another computer on the network. Make sure you have the Windows drivers on a USB drive, since you won't have network connectivity until you've installed the network driver. In the BIOS, change OS Installation from "finished" to "start". This is the same for the smaller Eee PC as well. I had a trial edition of XP on the 8G which expired, and it was a major pain to get XP installed. But with a working OS, it should be much easier. But, you might like the Linux version too. It's pretty slick.