Toshiba News

Nation’s Renowned Independent Consulting Firms Give Rave Reviews to Toshiba’s e-STUDIO™2330c/2830c/3530c/4520c

IRVINE , California ( Jan 12, 2009 ) :

IRVINE, Calif., (Jan. 12, 2009) – Toshiba America Business Solutions Inc. (TABS) is proud to announce that its e-STUDIO™2330c/2830c/3530c/4520c color multifunction product (MFP) series has earned accolades from three of the nation’s renowned independent consulting firms – Better Buys for Business, BERTL and Buyers Laboratory Inc. (BLI).

Toshiba’s e-STUDIO2330c/2830c/3530c/4520c color MFP series achieved the following recognitions based on independent analyses encompassing industry expertise, laboratory and field tests:

 Better Buys for Business – “Editor’s Choice” Award (for 2008 and 2009)
 BERTL – 2008 “BERTL’s Best” Award
 BERTL – “Exceptional Five Star Rating”
 BLI – “Four and a Half Star” Rating in Field Test Report

“Toshiba’s MFPs are solid performers and the e-STUDIO2330c/2830c/3530c/4520c series continues the company’s recent history of offering innovative, high-quality products,” said Stephen Hannaford, editor-in-chief, Better Buys for Business. “Toshiba built this new series on an already strong architecture while boosting speed and improving features to its predecessor models. In addition, this e-STUDIO series is offered at a competitive price point, making it an excellent choice for those in the market for a new color MFP.”

The e-STUDIO2330c/2830c/3530c/4520c series is a line of mid- to high-speed color MFPs, developed for multiuser offices and mid-volume printing environments that desire high-quality color printing at monochrome speeds. The series features Toshiba’s third generation e-BRIDGE™ controller for efficient processing and multitasking. Printing color documents at 23, 28, 35 and 45 pages-per-minute (PPM) respectively, with a first-copy-out time of approximately eight seconds, the e-STUDIO2330c/2830c/3530c/4520c provides fast color printing for businesses with robust color output needs.

The e-STUDIO2330c/2830c/3530c/4520c also is environmentally friendly, as it is Energy Star compliant and reduces power consumption when not in use with its energy-saver and sleep mode functions. Additionally, this color MFP features a printed circuit board that is constructed with 100 percent lead-free solder, and all of its printed circuit boards are halogen-free.

“Within only a few months of launching Toshiba’s newest color MFP series, it already has won high industry praise, and we are incredibly proud,” said Kay Fernandez, vice president of Marketing, TABS. “We are particularly pleased with these accolades as they come from completely independent resources that help companies make smart equipment decisions. These achievements validate our dedication to provide our customers with innovative and quality products that offer true value in maximizing their investment.”

About Better Buys for Business

Better Buys for Business is the leading independent buyer’s guide to office equipment. Its mission is to help buyers of copiers, printers, fax machines, scanners, and duplicators make smarter purchasing decisions. To learn more about Better Buys for Business, call 800-247-2185 or visit www.BetterBuys.com.

About BERTL®

BERTL® Inc. is the source for objective, independent product evaluation reports and comparative analyses on digital imaging devices and workflow solutions. BERTL’s evaluation reports, customer satisfaction research, awards and product ratings are undertaken entirely at BERTL’s expense for the benefit of its international subscriber base. BERTL reports, research and other industry informative services are available in a range of specialized subscription services. To learn more about BERTL, visit www.BERTL.com or telephone 973-882-0200.

About Buyers Laboratory Inc.

Since 1961, Buyers Laboratory has been the leading independent office equipment test lab and business consumer advocate. The company’s database, which covers more than 10,000 products, is available to subscribers in the form of printed specification guides, as well as CD-based and online product comparison software programs. For more information on Buyers Laboratory, please visit www.buyerslab.com, call 201-488-0404 or e-mail info@buyerslab.com.

TOSHIBA AMERICA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INC. LAUNCHES ITS FASTEST, HIGHEST DETAILED AND MOST INNOVATIVE COLOR PRODUCT SERIES TO DATE

Toshiba’s Newest Color Family’s Clean-Sheet Design Delivers Incredible Image Quality, Automatic Developer Replenishment and Robust Paper Handling Options

IRVINE , California ( Oct 01, 2008 ) :

Toshiba America Business Solutions Inc. (TABS) announced today the immediate availability of the fastest, most advanced color multifunction product (MFP) family in the company’s history with the release of the Toshiba e-STUDIO™5520c/5520CT/6520c/6520CT/6530c/6530CT series. Designed and manufactured entirely in-house by Toshiba, this new line of high-speed color MFPs includes a laundry-list of new and innovative features, including color print speed up to 65 pages-per-minute (PPM), the new Self-Refresh Development System, increasingly versatile paper handling options, and instant scanning to and printing from a portable USB memory drive. Additionally, multi-user offices and high-volume printing environments can continue to improve productivity with Toshiba’s next generation e-BRIDGE™ controller for efficient processing and multi-tasking, while the Easily Replaceable Unit design that keeps maintenance downtime to an absolute minimum.

For those office applications that require a larger paper capacity, the e-STUDIO5520CT/6520CT/6530CT line shares all the same product features as the e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c series, with the added convenience of tandem 2,320-sheet large capacity feeder, increasing 4,760 from 4-drawer to 6,000 on tandem.

“Businesses today use color for more than just the occasional report or spreadsheet; our customers are increasingly integrating color into their day-to-day printed documents,” said Joseph Contreras, director, Product and Solutions Marketing, TABS. “When Toshiba began developing the new e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c series and their tandem drawer variants, our goal was to create an enterprise-level color MFP that retained the high print speeds of a traditional monochrome product, while delivering exceptional image quality and high document security. We continue to push the boundaries in printing options, accessibility and ease of use and this new color line proves that Toshiba continually delivers on leading innovation.”

Toshiba’s Fastest Color MFP, Period

Toshiba’s new e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c series of color MFPs are the fastest and most advanced color product line the company has ever created. Its clean-sheet design takes a radical new approach responding to the needs of today’s high-volume users, multi-user offices and lightweight production environments. The e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c series can print color at the speed of business, with the e-STUDIO5520c producing color documents at 55 pages-per-minute (PPM), and the faster e-STUDIO6520c/6530c capable of 65 color PPM, with a first copy out time of less than seven seconds, providing fast color printing to businesses with moderate output needs. Additionally, the series has exceptional monochrome print speeds of 55, 65 and 75 PPM respectively. Utilizing Toshiba’s leading-edge enhanced laser image technology (e-Fine), these new color MFPs deliver best-in-class color clarity and rich text renditions in all scanning, printing and copying jobs. The entire line supports print resolutions of 1,200 x 1,200 dots-per-inch (dpi) and 10-bit scanning resolutions of 600 x 600 dpi, allowing the e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c series to provide razor sharp text and superior graphic detail in all printed documents.

Unique Toner and Developer Delivery System

Unlike traditional color MFPs on the market, the Toshiba e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c line does not require regularly-scheduled changing or refilling of developer. Thanks to Toshiba’s unique Self-Refresh (SR) Development System, new developer is introduced into the machine through the newly-designed imaging cartridge, virtually eliminating the need to refresh or change the developer for the projected life of the MFPs. And because the developer remains constant, the e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c series delivers the same bright, vibrant color printing and exceptional image quality throughout the PM cycle.

Highly Secure Next Generation e-BRIDGE Controller

Toshiba’s next generation e-BRIDGE controller takes document security to the next level by featuring integrated Advanced Encryption Standard hard disk encryption, IPv6, IPSec, SNMPv3 and 802.1x authentication, protecting the document workflow all the way to the network. The e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c series also includes Encrypted PDF, enabling users to password-protect documents when creating scanned PDFs, to prevent unauthorized viewing or printing. For an additional level of protection, the e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c series’ standard 80GB integrated hard drive can be outfitted with the optional Data Overwrite Kit, ensuring that digital scans saved on the internal hard drive are completely eliminated after the print job is completed.

Intuitive Operation, Easy Access and Versatile Paper Options

The e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c series features a large, adjustable 10.4 Super VGA touch screen for quick and easy access to copying, printing, scanning, faxing and e-filing features. The back-lit, adjustable color screen allows for quick MFP function access with large, easy-to-read icons and simple, step-by-step directions available at the user’s fingertips. The entire color line also allows users to scan directly to, or print directly from a USB flash storage drive in popular office file formats, including PDF, JPEG and Windows Vista XPS. The e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c expands the typical role of an office color MFP beyond the standard paper size, with the ability to support full-color banner printing of sizes as large as 12 inches wide and 47 inches long.

Toner and Paper Replacement Without Workflow Interruption

Toshiba’s new Easily Replaceable Unit (ERU) technology ensures that the e-STUDIO5520c, e-STUDIO6520c and e-STUDIO6530c products stay running at full capacity, even when the products need their consumable supplies refreshed. As part of the series’ new design, the toner and paper cartridges are readily accessible and can be changed or serviced while the unit is in use. The ERU system keeps document workflow at a consistent rate. Coupled with an estimated monthly print duty cycle of 225,000, 250,000 and 275,000 sheets respectively, the entire series provides large corporations and office production managers the peace of mind that, no matter how big or complex the print job, it can be completed without interruption.

Integrated Windows Vista Support

Building on its long-standing relationship with Microsoft, the e-STUDIO5520c/6520c/6530c MFP series provides Windows Vista-specific printing enhancements in the form of XPS Print Path drivers, Windows Color System support and Windows Vista WS print and scan support, while remaining 100 percent backwards-compatible with existing deployments. This XPS format integration offers full printer functionality and enables users to print 2007 Microsoft Office system documents directly to the MFP without the wasted overhead of file conversion.

The e-STUDIO™5520c/5220CT/6520c/6520CT/6530c/6530CT color MFP product family is immediately available through Toshiba’s nationwide network of dealers. To find an authorized Toshiba dealer near you, or for more information on Toshiba’s wide line of document imaging products, solutions and total print management offerings, please visit www.copiers.toshiba.com.

TOSHIBA ENTERS 1.8-INCH EXTERNAL HDD MARKET AND INTRODUCES THE
INDUSTRY’S HIGHEST-CAPACITY 2.5-INCH EXTERNAL HDD AT 320GB

Expanded External Storage Line Features Redesigned Look to Enhance Personal Style for High-Capacity Backup of Data, Music, Photos, Video and Other Digital Memories

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2008 – Toshiba Storage Device Division (SDD), the industry pioneer in
small form factor hard disk drives (HDDs), today announced it will introduce a mobile personal
storage line based on its market-leading 1.8-inch HDD, along with the industry’s highestcapacity
portable external hard drive based on the 2.5-inch HDD platform at 320GB1.
As the only HDD supplier with a proven track record in marketing 1.8-inch HDDs,
Toshiba is the first HDD manufacturer to introduce a 1.8-inch external product. In addition,
Toshiba has completely redesigned its personal storage line with a sleek, contemporary look to
complement other technology appliances.
1.8-inch External HDD Delivers High-Capacity Mobile Storage
Toshiba’s new USB 2.0 Mobile External Hard Drive based on the 1.8-inch HDD
platform will be available in 60GB, 80GB and 120GB models for unparalleled capacity in a
pocket-sized mobile storage device. This new line of personal storage devices combines the
portability of a USB flash drive with the high capacity of a hard drive for the ultimate mobile
digital warehouse for entertainment and data files. The new 1.8-inch external HDD can be easily
slipped into a briefcase, purse or backpack for easy transport of digital photos, music, videos or
other data files.
Toshiba Enters 1.8-inch External HDD Market 2
and Introduces the Industry’s Highest-Capacity
2.5-inch External HDD at 320GB
Because the 1.8-inch HDD is designed for mobility, Toshiba plans to include encryption
and backup software with its 1.8-inch line to protect data should the HDD ever be lost or stolen.
The product also will include a USB cable and will be bus-powered for easy plug-and-play
operation.
2.5-inch External HDD Now Offers Up to 320GB
Toshiba’s new 1.8-inch mobile external HDD line complements its existing line of 2.5-
inch external HDDs, which now feature up to 320GB of storage capacity. Toshiba’s 2.5-inch
320GB USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive can store up to either 91,000 digital photos,
84,000 MP3 music files, 142 hours of DVD videos or 37 hours of high-definition videos.
The 2.5-inch external HDD line continues to feature click-free, switch-free and buttonfree
backup for easy operation by any consumer. It comes bundled with the award-winning NTI
Shadow™ software, enabling even digital novices to easily conduct computer backup and enjoy
peace-of-mind in knowing critical data and cherished digital files are protected.
Available in 320GB, 250GB and 160GB capacities, Toshiba’s line continues to be
positioned for effortless operation with automatic power on via the USB connector to the
computer and through the straightforward setup afforded by the NTI Shadow™ software. Users
simply connect the drive to their PCs via the USB port and set the backup parameters. It then
runs in the background to automatically backup data.
Revamped Design to Complement Personal Style, Protect Digital Memories
Now featuring a sleek, glossy finish and contemporary graphics, Toshiba’s line of
personal storage devices fits nicely with other consumer electronics gear. Toshiba redesigned the
personal storage line to match current consumer tastes and emerging consumer electronics trends.
The new models feature stylistic design in a sleek finish, along with a splash of color available in
Carbon Grey, Hot Rod Red and Gecko Green. In addition, the redesigned 2.5-inch external
models offer a nearly 20 percent smaller footprint than the previous line for space savings on the
desktop.
“Data backup is integral in a digital world  it isn’t just for technology geeks; it’s for
anyone who wants added insurance that first birthday photos, summer vacation videos, their
Toshiba enters 1.8-inch External HDD Market 3
and Introduces the Industry’s Highest-Capacity
2.5-inch External HDD at 320GB
latest tax returns and other important digital data are protected against computer failure or other
emergencies,” said Maciek Brzeski, vice president of marketing, Toshiba SDD. “To create mass
appeal, we’ve introduced a versatile line with a great new look to complement other consumer
electronics gear. Whether you need portability or capacity, we have attractive, consumer-friendly
solutions that take the mystery out of data backup.”
New Personal Storage Product Availability
Toshiba’s new 1.8-inch external HDDs will be available at retail this spring, while the 2.5-
inch 320GB USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive is available this month at
www.toshibadirect.com and through major retailers and online outlets. For a complete list, please
visit www.wheretobuy.toshibastorage.com. Manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP)2 for the
320GB 2.5-inch external HDD is $199.99.
Product Specifications - 2.5-inch External HDDs
Product Name Toshiba USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive
Capacities 320GB, 250GB, 160GB1
Dimensions 0.65” (H) x 3.19” (W) x 5.0” (L)
16.6mm (H) x 81.0mm (W) x 127.0mm (L)
Interface USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 compatible)3
Compatibility &
System
Requirements
Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Macintosh OS X 10.3.9 or later
Available USB 2.0 Port
Inside the Box Toshiba USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive
USB 2.0 cable
NTI Shadow™ software (preloaded)
Quick install guide
3-year limited warranty
Certifications FCC/CE/UL approved
RoHS compatible
Designed for Windows XP and works with Vista
Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later (Universal Application)
* Note: 1.8-inch external HDD specifications will be available at the time of shipment in spring 2008.
Toshiba enters 1.8-inch External HDD Market 4
and Introduces the Industry’s Highest-Capacity
2.5-inch External HDD at 320GB
About Toshiba Storage Device Division
Toshiba SDD, a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., leads the market in the
development, design and manufacturing of small form factor 2.5-inch and 1.8-inch hard disk drives, as well as nextgeneration
HD DVD storage products. Toshiba SDD markets high-quality peripherals to original equipment
manufacturers, value-added resellers, value-added dealers, systems integrators, distributors and retailers in the
United States. Inherent in the Toshiba storage family are the high-quality engineering and manufacturing
capabilities that have established Toshiba products as worldwide leaders. For more information, visit
www.toshibastorage.com.
About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division,
Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these
divisions provide mobile products and solutions, including industry leading portable computers; projectors; imaging
products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and
consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications.
TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States
and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of
Toshiba Corporation, which is a global leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and
electronic components, products and systems, as well as major infrastructure systems. Toshiba has more than
191,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of over U.S. $60 billion (FY2006). For more information on
Toshiba’s leading innovations, visit the company’s Web site at www.toshiba.com.
© 2007 Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All product, service and company names are trademarks,
registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Information including without limitation product
prices, specifications, availability, content of services, and contact information is subject to change without notice.
1. One Gigabyte (1 G means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. A computer operating system,
however, reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 230 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and
therefore shows less storage capacity. Available storage capacity will also be less if the computer includes one
or more pre-installed operating systems, pre-installed software applications or media content. Actual formatted
capacity may vary.
2. Reseller prices may vary.
3. For the few computers that limit bus power, a special USB power cable is required.
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