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This is a guide to running Linux with the Toshiba Satellite A205 laptop. Toshiba is targeting the Satellite A205 to the mid level user.
This guide is intended to provide you details on how well this laptop works with Linux and which modules you need to configure. For details on how to actually install and configure the required modules have a look at our guides section for distribution specific instructions.
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| Name | Toshiba Satellite A205 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo T5300 1.6GHz |
| Screen | 15.4” WXGA |
| RAM | 2GB |
| HDD | 160GB |
| Optical Drive | DVD+-RW |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 |
| Network | 10/100 Ethernet, Intel 3945 802.11g Wireless |
| Device | Compatibility | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Yes | |
| Screen | Yes | |
| HDD | Yes | |
| Optical Drive | Yes | |
| Graphics | Yes | |
| Sound | Yes | |
| Ethernet | Yes | |
| Wireless | Yes | |
| 56K Modem | Not Tested | |
| USB | Yes | |
| ExpressCard Slot | Yes |
Newer linux kernels support all hardware for the A205-S5814.
Good candidate for a linux system, but watch out for the terrible warranty!