Sony VAIO TZ VGN-TZ37GN/N User manual

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Sony recommends Windows Vista ®Business.
Optional Accessories for VGN-TZ37GN/N (availability depends on region)
All you need for a chic mobile lifestyle
VAIO TZ
Intel®Centrino® Processor Technology
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VGN-TZ37GN/N
Model
Processor Technology
OS
Chipset
Processor System Bus
Memory Bus
Cache Memory
Pre-installed / Max
SO-DIMM slots
Hard Disk Drive
Drive
Maximum
Reading Speed
Maximum
Writing Speed
Graphics Accelerator
Display
USB
i.LINK (IEEE 1394)
Network (RJ-45) Connector
Display Output Connector
Headphone
Microphone
Modem
Memory Stick Slot
SD Memory Card Slot
DC IN
Others
Wireless LAN
Bluetooth
Compatible Memory Cards
PC Card Slot
Fingerprint Sensor
Security Chip
Camera
Audio
Keyboard / Input Device
Bundled Battery
Optional Long Battery
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
Included Software
Supplied Accessories
Warranty
Main
Memory
Optical
Disc
Drive
Interface
Wireless
Connection
Battery
Life*9
Specications
Model
Processor Technology
OS
Chipset
Processor System Bus
Memory Bus
Cache Memory
Pre-installed / Max
SO-DIMM slots
Hard Disk Drive
Drive
Maximum
Reading Speed
Maximum
Writing Speed
Graphics Accelerator
Display
USB
i.LINK (IEEE 1394)
Network (RJ-45) Connector
Display Output Connector
Headphone
Microphone
Modem
Memory Stick Slot
SD Memory Card Slot
DC IN
Others
Wireless LAN
Bluetooth
Compatible Memory Cards
PC Card Slot
Fingerprint Sensor
Security Chip
Camera
Audio
Keyboard / Input Device
Bundled Battery
Optional Long Battery
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
Included Software
Supplied Accessories
Warranty
VGN-TZ37GN/N
Intel®Centrino®Processor Technology
• Intel®Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 (1.33GHz)*1*2 • Intel®Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN
• Mobile Intel®945GMS Express Chipset
Genuine Windows Vista®Business (English Version) with Traditional Chinese Language Pack
Mobile Intel®945GMS Express Chipset
533MHz
667MHz*3
2MB
2GB DDR2 SDRAM (Max)
1 SO-DIMM slot (The pre-installed memory module uses one)
120GB*4 (Ultra ATA/100, 4200rpm)
DVDRW/R DL/RAM Drive
DVD+R: 8x (Single Layer), 4x (Double Layer) / DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 4x (Dual Layer) / DVD+RW: 8x / DVD-RW: 6x /
DVD-ROM: 8x / DVD-RAM: 5x / CD-ROM: 24x / CD-R: 24x / CD-RW: 24x
DVD+R: 8x (Single Layer), 4x (Double Layer) / DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 4x (Dual Layer) / DVD+RW: 8x / DVD-RW: 6x /
DVD-RAM: 5x / CD-R: 24x / CD-RW: 16x
Intel®Graphics Media Accelerator 950
11.1" (WXGA: 1366 x 768) TFT Colour display (Clear Bright High Colour LCD: White LED)
High Speed USB 2.0 x 2
4pin (S400) x 1
10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T x 1
Analogue RGB, mini D-sub 15pin x 1
Stereo mini jack x 1
Stereo mini jack x 1
V.92 and V.90 Compliant x 1
Memory Stick (Standard/Duo Size compatible, MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO compatible, High-speed data transfer compatible)
*5
SD Memory Card*6 (SDHC compatible, MMC compatible)
x 1
Docking Station Connector x 1
• Integrated Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g/Draft n*7 • Intel®Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN • Maximum data rate: 11Mbps (802.11b) /
54Mbps (802.11a/g) / 300Mbps (Draft 802.11n)*8 • Frequency: 5GHz (802.11a/Draft n), 2.4GHz (802.11b/g/Draft n)
Bluetooth standard Ver. 2.0+EDR
• Memory Stick (Standard/Duo Size compatible, MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO compatible, High-speed data transfer
compatible) • SD Memory Card (SDHC compatible) • Multi Media Card
ExpressCard™/34 x 1
x 1
TCG Ver. 1.2 compliant Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Eective Pixels: 640 x 480
•
Intel®High Denition Audio compatible • 3D audio (Direct Sound 3D support) • Built-in stereo speakers • Built-in monaural microphone
• Approx. 17mm key pitch • 1.7mm keystroke • 82 keys • Intelligent Touchpad
VGP-BPL11 Lithium-ion battery: up to 11 hours of use
VGP-BPX11 Lithium-ion battery: up to 16.5 hours of use
277 x 22.5 - 29.8 x 198.2mm
1200g (including the supplied battery)
• AV Entertainment: Instant Mode, Image Converter 3 • Video Edit/Playback: VAIO Movie Story 1.1, VAIO Content Exporter
1.2, Adobe®Premiere®Elements 4.0, VAIO Edit Components 6.4*10, WinDVD for VAIO 8.0 • DVD Creation: Click to Disc 1.0,
Click to Disc Editor 1.0 • Music: VAIO MusicBox 1.1, SonicStage Mastering Studio 2.4, SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio
Filter 2.3 • Still Image/Photo: Windows®Photo Gallery, Picasa™, Adobe®Photoshop®Elements 6.0 (Installer)
• Home Network: VAIO Media 6.0 • Word Processor/Spreadsheet: 60-Days Trial Version of Microsoft®Oce Professional
2007*11 • Tool: Roxio Easy Media Creator 9.1, Adobe®Reader®8, Norton Internet Security™ 2008 (Installer)*12 • Utilities: VAIO
Control Center 2.1, VAIO Camera Capture Utility 2.7, Setting Utility Series 3.1, Inneon TPM Professional Package 3.0 (Installer),
VAIO Launcher 1.1, ArcSoft Magic-i™ Visual Eects 1.0, Protector Suite QL 5.6 • Support: VAIO Recovery Center, VAIO Update
3.0, VAIO Data Restore Tool 1.0
• AC Adaptor (VGP-AC16V14) • Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPL11)*13 • Cleaning cloth • Windows®XP Professional Install Disc
One year*14
Features and specications are subject to change without notice.
*1 CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions. *2 Intel®Virtualization Technology is not supported on VAIO. *3 The maximum operating frequency of the memory bus is 533MHz due
to the capacity limitation of the processor system bus. *4 GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard disk drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of hard disk space is reserved as
a recovery partition. *5 Compatibility conrmed with Sony branded “Memory Stick” media only. *6 The copyright protection of the SD memory card is not supported. *7 The maximum communication
distance can vary depending on the obstacles or the distance between the communication devices, the radio waves, the operating system or the software being used. *8 The communication speed
varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices, the device conguration, the radio conditions, and the software in use. In addition,
communication may be cut o depending on the radio conditions. *9 Estimated battery life (under JEITA Battery Run Time Measurement Method ver. 1.0). Actual battery life may vary with dierent
operating conditions and settings. For further details, please visit vaio-online.sony.com *10 Though the software is not pre-installed, the ocial license is registered. It can be downloaded free of charge.
*11 This software is intended for evaluation purposes only. It must be activated before actual use, and the activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch. Activation requires Internet access,
which enables certain functions included. This software has an expiration date of 60 days from date of rst use, at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting options
and operations. *12 Free use of 90 days. Further update will be charged. *13 T his product may only function with a genuine Sony battery designed for this model. *14 Warranty conditions may vary by
region.
The trademarks, including but not limited to “SONY”, “VAIO”, “Memory Stick” and “SonicStage” are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation and/or its s ubsidiaries. Adobe, Adobe
Photoshop, Adobe Reader and Adobe Premiere are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Centrino, Centrino Inside, Centrino Logo, Core Inside, Intel,
Intel Logo, Intel Core, Intel Inside, Intel Inside Logo, Pentium and Pentium Inside are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Windows, Windows Vista, the Windows logo and
Microsoft are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective owners. Whilst information given is true at time of printing, small production changes in the course of our company’s policy of improvement through research and design might not
necessarily be included in the specications. E&OE. Actual models may dier slightly in appearance to illustrations provided.
<OS Downgrade to Windows® XP>
Note that you cannot use the following features and software that you could use on Windows Vista® after downgrading to Windows® X P: Plug and Display feature, Instant Mode (on models with Instant
Mode only), VAIO HDD Protection (on models with a hard disk drive only), Sony original audio and visual software, Non-Sony software (e.g. Norton Internet Security, InterVideo WinDVD, etc.), VAIO
Recovery Tool. Refer to the Windows® Professional Install Disc User Guide for further details.
VGP-PRTZ1
Docking Station
lPerfectly sized for VAIO TZ
lLight material: polyurethane and nylon
lNew VAIO Smart Protection™
lMagnet-type ap for easy opening/closing
lPerfectly sized for VAIO TZ
lGenuine leather material
lMagnet-type ap for easy opening/closing
lLarge capacity rechargeable battery
lUp to 16.5 hours*9 of battery time
lMonitor connector
(Analogue RGB, mini D-SUB 15pin)
lNetwork connector (Gigabit Ethernet)
lHi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) connector (x3)
lEmbossed VAIO logo
lHandy mini-pouch
lOpens smoothly and quietly
lSmart wireless mouse for mobile use
lHighly accurate laser sensor
lInnovative PTFE sole for precise operation
lSensor resolution: 800 dots per inch
VGP-CP11
Carrying Pouch
VGP-CKTZ2
Black (B), Gold (N), White (W)
Carrying Case
VGP-BMS33
Black (B),Gold (N), Silver (S), White (W)
Bluetooth®Laser Mouse
VGP-CKTZ3
Carrying Case
VGP-BPX11
Lithium-ion Battery (LL)
Built-in MOTION EYE camera
Built-in speakers (stereo)
Fingerprint sensor
Optical disc drive
Manual eject hole
Substitute drive eject button
Monitor connector (Analogue RGB, mini D-SUB 15pin)
Power button
DC IN connector
Modem connector
Network (Ethernet) connector
i.LINK TM (IEEE 1394) S400 connector
ExpressCard TM/34 slot
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) connector
Security slot
Headphones jack
Built-in microphone (monaural)
Microphone jack
Memory Stick TM PRO/Duo media slot
SD Memory Card slot
AV MODE button
Play/Pause button
Stop button
Previous track button
Next track button
Disc drive eject button
WIRELESS switch

Powerful Software for creative minds.
MUSIC
SUPPORT
VIDEO & PHOTOS
Powerful Software for creative minds.
VAIO MusicBox
Intelligent software that automatically
plays music from your collection that
ts your mood, activity or time of day.
SonicStage Mastering Studio
Convert analogue music to digitally
enhanced audio* with high-quality
effector modules.
SonicStage Mastering Studio
Audio Filter
Enhance any audio content played on
VAIO laptop PCs and enjoy it with
excellent headphone presets.
VAIO Recovery Center / VAIO Data Restore Tool
VAIO Update
Alerting you to important changes via
Internet that appear as reminder
balloons on your desktop.**
Norton Internet Security™ 2008
Highly effective monitoring for viruses and
spyware helps keep computing secure.***
* Roland EDIROL AUDIO capture
UA-25**** or UA-101**** USB audio
interface device required.
** Internet connection required for use.
*** Free use of 90 days. Further update will
be charged.
**** Availability depends on region.
Note: Any copying or reproduction of
copyrighted material may amount to
copyright infringement.
Sony recommends Windows Vista ®Business.
Chic looks and smarts for mobile sophistication
Rened and assured performance
The ultimate solution in mobility and performance, the VAIO TZ37GN/N has a 120GB HDD to
store a massive volume of business documents as well as entertaining AV content to suit your
lifestyle. Standard battery use for 11 hours* of solid power gives you plenty of time for work or
AV enjoyment on the go. Renowned Intel®Centrino®Processor Technology delivers smooth,
quick response for high-powered multi-tasking and Windows Vista®Business offers many
versatile applications that enhance productivity. Windows®XP Professional Installer is also
provided for those who prefer this operating system. When you nd time to relax in a café,
wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g/Draft n gives you even more freedom to roam where you like.
Reassuring features include VAIO HDD Protection to prevent HDD scratches when the body
gets bumped and Hard Disk Password to protect sensitive data for one level of security. The
biometric Fingerprint Sensor allows for another, with easy yet unmistakable ID recognition.
*Estimated battery life (under JEITA Battery Run Time Measurement Method ver. 1.0). Actual battery life may
vary with different operating conditions and settings. For further details, please visit vaio-online.sony.com
Designed for elite mobility
Travel light with VAIO TZ37GN/N in a style suited for business or personal use. Integral to the core design is a hinge-mounted battery, complete with
luminous power button. Then there’s the advanced carbon bre technology that gives VAIO TZ37GN/N its robust, super light body.
A compact AC Adaptor lets you plug in and power up with ease. And for a distinctive touch of class, Platinum Pearl dresses this laptop PC in a
rare lustre. Move ahead with sophisticated, graceful VAIO TZ37GN/N at your side, and feel right at home in ofce, airport lounge, or chic café.
AV entertainment at your command
VAIO TZ37GN/N gives you luxurious entertainment quickly, easily. Instant Mode kicks off entertainment at one push of the AV Control Buttons
(front right) to enjoy DVDs or CDs without booting up. Creating a personal entertainment archive is a click away with Click to Disc for photo,
movie + photo, or video DVD plus editing them via VAIO Movie Story. Watching videos or video chatting via MOTION EYE camera and
microphone is a dazzling experience on the 11.1" WXGA Display and Clear Bright High Colour LCD with White LED. Free your hands, talk your
head off, in video chats with optional Bluetooth®headsets. And for your audio pleasure, the new VAIO MusicBox classies your music les by
genre, allowing you to effortlessly select a playlist to match your mood of the moment. Highly entertaining, VAIO TZ37GN/N inspires creative
choices to fully enjoy your upwardly mobile lifestyle.
VGN-TZ37GN/N
The VAIO TZ37GN/N gives you the luxury of free and easy mobility with
full capability in a simply chic design. It’s the ultimate all-in-one mobile
PC oering ultra-light portability in a sleek, compact body built rugged
with superior carbon bre construction. Versatility for business or
entertainment comes in an array of features from Intel®Centrino®
Processor Technology’s advanced architecture and new Windows Vista®
Operating System to built-in wireless communication and VAIO HDD
Protection. Attired in “Platinum Pearl”, this laptop has a sophisticated
look in boardroom or airport lounge. Whether for power performance
serving executive demands or making a
fashion statement in chic, contemporary
terms, the VAIO TZ37GN/N assures you
a life of luxury with upward mobility.
Note: Actual product colours may differ from those shown herein.
Built-in MOTION EYE camera
Hinge-mounted cylindric battery
with glowing power button
Satiny black keyboard panel
11.1" WXGA display
1366 x 768
DVDRW/R DL/
RAM Drive
Genuine
Windows Vista®
Business
Memory 1GB Hard Disk Drive
120GB
: Main features
: Basic specications
Super light weight:
1200g
4.7mm slim display:
Clear Bright High Colour LCD
(white LED)
Visual communication:
Built-in camera
MOTION EYE
Superior material:
Carbon body
Battery stamina:
Up to 11 hours
Scratch prevention:
VAIO HDD Protection
Assured security:
TPM Security Chip
Hard Disk Password
Content sharing:
Memory Stick Slot /
SD Memory Card Slot
Simple entertainment
access:
AV Control Buttons
Portable ease:
Compact
AC Adaptor
Instant ID recognition:
Fingerprint Sensor
Cable-free:
Bluetooth®
Network freedom:
Wireless LAN
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/Draft n
Intel®Core™2
Duo Processor U7700
(1.33GHz)
Roxio Easy Media Creator / Win DVD for VAIO /
Picasa ™
Click to Disc / Click to Disc Editor
Create video/photo DVDs with menus in
one click. Use photos and footage you've
edited with Click to Disc Editor.
VAIO Content Exporter
Simply and smoothly export a wide
range of AV les, including video
footage and photos you’ve enjoyed
creating yourself.
Adobe®Premiere®Elements
Enjoy advanced editing of videos,
photos, and music with this
renowned software.
Adobe®Photoshop®Elements
Add a personal touch to your prized
still images and present them
effectively to your friends.
VAIO Movie Story
Automatically produce high-quality
home movies with a professional feel
in three simple steps.