Sony VAIO VGN-FZ290EGC User manual

VGN-FZ290EGC
VAIO® FZ Series Graphic Splash ECO Edition Notebook
Make an impression. Make a difference.
ECO - FRIENDLY DESIGN AND FEATURES
A soft mixture of blues, whites and greens, “Caribbean”represents the
clear, swirling waters of a tropical seascape on an equally powerful and
stunning notebook.
This exclusive design is a limited edition notebook and comes with a
matching wallpaper and a certificate of authenticity.
Slim design for minimum use of natural resources.
Easy - to - recycle materials for resource conservation.
Packaging comprised primarily of recyclable materials.
RoHS compliant components–free of hazardous materials such as lead.
PERFORMANCE AND MOBILITY
Lightning - fast Intel ® Centrino ® Duo processor technology and super -
powerful Intel ® Core™2 Duo processor T7250 (2GHz ).
Microsoft ® Windows Vista ® Home Premium operating system is easy - to - use
and offers an array of advanced technologies.
Thin - and - light notebook with incredible 15.4”widescreen display and
XBRITE - HiColor™LCD technology.
Magnesium alloy makes for a remarkably lightweight and durable chassis.
802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN technology offers a massive boost in wireless
connection speed and range.
ENTERTAINMENT AND COMMUNICATION MADE EASY
Stunning XBRITE - HiColor™LCD technology for dazzling colors and incredible
picture clarity.
Intuitive music and video controls are user - friendly, so you can easily
control your CDs, DVDs, pictures and home movies with the push of a
button.
HDMI ™output allows you to view your audio, video or data content on
your HDTV through a single cable.
1.3megapixel integrated camera and microphone for video messaging
with family, friends and coworkers .
Sony's original Sound Reality™technology delivers high - resolution
surround - sound to your entertainment.
Represent Mother Earth by land or by sea with a limited edition Sony VAIO
Graphic Splash Eco Edition notebook. These organically - themed designs
adorn the back of a VAIO FZ notebook, letting you express your
individuality on a super - powerful, thin - and - light work of art.
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Last Updated: 10/29/2007
VGN-FZ290EGC
VAIO® FZ Series Graphic Splash ECO Edition Notebook
Specifications
General
Computer Type: Notebook
Type of Use: Portable
Action Buttons: S1, (programmable), Volume,
Play/Pause, and Stop
Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad
Hardware
Keyboard: QWERTY, 82 keys with 2mm stroke and
19.05mm pitch
Camera: Built-in camera and microphone
Processor
Type: Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T7250
Speed: 2GHz
Front Side Bus Speed: 800MHz
L2 Cache: 2MB
Technology: Intel® Centrino® Duo Processor
Technology
Memory
Type: DDR2
Installed: 2GB PC2-5300 (1GBx2)
Maximum: 4GB
Speed: 667MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity: 250GB
Speed: 4200rpm
Interface: Serial ATA
Optical Drive #1
DVD+R DL Write: 4x max.
DVD+R Write: 8x max.
DVD+RW Write: 8x max.
DVD- R Write: 8x max.
DVD-RW Write: 6x max.
CD- R Write: 24x max.
CD-RW Write: 16x max.
DVD ± RW: Yes (DVD ± R DL/DVD ± RW/DVD- RAM)
CD Read: 24x max.
DVD Read: 8x max.
DVD- RAM Write: 5x max.
DVD- R DL Write: 4x max.
DVD- RAM Read: 5x max.
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick
Duo™media with MagicGate® functionality
One ExpressCard ® /34 Slot
One Secure Digital Media (SD)
Audio
Sound System: Sony® Sound Reality™-Audio
Enhancer
Display
Screen or Display Technology: WXGA LCD
Screen Size: 15.4”
Resolution: 1280 x 800
XBRITE-HiColor™Technology: Yes
Graphics
Processor: NVIDIA® GeForce ® 8400M GT GPU
Video RAM: 1023MB Total Available Graphics
Memory
Chipset: Intel® PM965 Express Chipset
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Interface: VGA and S-Video Out with Smart
Display Sensor
Inputs and Outputs
Ethernet Port: 1
HDMI™ Connection Output(s): 1
Headphone Jack: 1
Memory Stick® Media Slot: 1
Modem Jack: 1
Secure Digital Slot: 1
Microphone Input: 1
S- Video Output(s): 1
USB Port(s): 3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s): 1
DC- In: 1
Express Card™Slot: 1 type /34
i.LINK ® Connection: 1(4- pin) interface
Networking/Modem
Ethernet Protocol: Fast Ethernet (RJ -45)
Ethernet Speed: 10Base-T/100Base- TX
Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-
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Wireless LAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965AGN
Network Connection (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth ® Technology: Integrated Bluetooth®
Technology
Power
Battery Type: Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-
BPS8)
Estimated Battery Life: 1.5- 5.5 hours Standard
Capacity Battery
2.0- 8.0 hours Large Capacity Battery
(Battery Range will vary depending on final
configuration)
Power Requirements: 110W+10%
Software
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows Vista®
Home Premium
Internet Services: AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial -New
Users Only
Supplied Software: Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home
and Student 2007
Sony® Original Software: Click to DVD® -DVD
Creation
LocationFree ® Player Software
*Please access VAIO® Help and Support from
your PC for a complete list of software
applications and trials.
Security and Anti -Virus Software: Norton 360™All-
In- One Security 60 -day Trial
Service and Warranty Information
Telephone Support: 1 year toll- free technical
telephone assistance, available 24/7
Limited Warranty and Onsite Service: 1 Year
Limited Warranty with Onsite Service
Online and Email Support: Support available
from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Dimensions
Weight: 5.9 lbs (weight will vary depending on
configuration)
Measurements: 14"(W) x 0.98-1.4"(H) x 10.02"(D)
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS8)
AC adapter(VGP-AC19V19)
Power Cord
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Optional Accessories
Large Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL8)
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPS8)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10)
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21)
Bluetooth® Laser Mouse (VGP -BMS33/B)
USB Laser Mouse (VGP -UMS55/B)
USB Laser Mouse (VGP -UMS55/S)
Neoprene Notebook and AC Adapter Case
(VGP-AMC3)
All-in-one 2.1 Channel Speaker (VGP-SP100)
Sport Backpack (VGP-CCP4/L)
Urban Messenger Bag (VGP - AML2)
Color: Carribean
UPC Code: 027242729698
1.Non - metricweightsandmeasuresareapproximateandmayvary.
2. Viewable area measured diagonally.
3.Requires802.11ncompatibleaccesspoint.Some functionality may
requireInternet services, which may require a fee.
4.DVD media/formats are not universally compatible.
5.Broadband internet servicerequiredalong with thirdpartyservices
whichmay require a subscription or other service fee.
6.Actual battery life will vary basedonproduct settings, usage patterns,
batteryand environmental conditions.
7.i.LINK is a trademark of Sony usedonly to designate that a product
containsan IEEE 1394 connector.All products with ani.LINK
connectormay notcommunicatewith each other.
8.GHz denotes microprocessor internal clockspeed; other factors may
affectapplication performance. CPU speed will be reduced under
certain operating conditions.
9.GB means one billion bytes whenreferringto hard drive capacity.
Accessiblecapacity may vary. A portion ofhard disk space is
reservedas arecoverypartition.
10.60 - DayTrial Version of Microsoft ® Office2007 - Thistrialsoftware will
workonly for 60 days after youfirst use it. You will notbeable to use
thesoftware if you do notactivate it as described the firsttime you use
thesoftware. Youcan activate thesoftware byInternet: Internet
servicecharges may apply. If you wantto keep using the software
afterthe 60 - daytrial period,you mustconvert to theperpetual
version.You can convert onlinebyfollowing the conversion
instructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.
11.Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows Vista ®
classificationof graphics memory, which is the total ofDedicated
VideoMemory, SystemVideo Memoryand Shared SystemMemory.
SharedSystem Memory variesdepending on the operatingcondition
andsystem memorysize.
12.When available, Sony will provideOnsiteService in fulfillment of its
limitedwarranty obligations. Anysuchservices are subjecttothe
termsand conditions of thelimited warranty. See actualLimited
Warrantyfor details. Onsite Service willbe provided via third - party
technician to be dispatched as needed following phone - based
troubleshooting.Some repairs may be accomplishedwithself repair
kits.OnsiteServicemaynotbe available in all locations.
13.For certain third partysoftware applications, Sony provides firstlevel
PhoneSupport. Additional telephone support maybeavailable from
theapplicable 3rd party vendor. Availability andschedulefor any
such support is determined by the applicable software vendor.
14.A portionofthe system memoryover 3GB maynot be availableto
theoperating system.
15.Use of this Bluetooth enabledproduct with other devices mayvaryas
notallBluetooth devices are compatible.
ComputerInterface: The computer industrylacks standards, and
therefore,thereare a multitude of varying software packages and add - on
hardwareoptions. This personal computer is notmanufacturedto
operateany specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make any
warrantyor representationwith respect tothe performanceof this
productwithanyparticularsoftwarepackagesand/or non - Sony add - on
hardwareoptions except those mentionedinthis document. Sony
herebydisclaims anyrepresentations or warrantythat thisproduct is
compatiblewith any combination of productsyou may choose to
connect.While Sonyrepresentatives or Sonyauthorized dealersmay be
ableto assist you andmaymake recommendations, they areNOT
authorizedto varyor waive thisdisclaimer. Purchasersmust determine
forthemselves the suitability andcompatibilityof the hardware and
softwarein each and every particular instance. Software titles pre -
installedon the Sony NotebookComputer are subject tochange without
notice. Simulated graphic shown on display. Pre - installedsoftwaremay
notbe identical to retail versions or haveall documentation. This product
meetsthe standardsof the InternationalEnergy Star Programfor energy
efficiency.Features and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Lampin this product contains mercury.Disposal of these materials may
beregulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or
recyclinginformation, please contact yourlocal authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).
©2007Sony ElectronicsInc. All rightsreserved. Reproduction inwhole or
inpart without written permission isprohibited. Sony, the Sony logo,VAIO,
XBRITE - HiColor,MemoryStick,Memory StickDuo, MagicGate,
LocationFree,Sound Reality, i.LINK and Clickto DVD logo are trademarks
ofSony. Microsoft and WindowsVistaare trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.Intel, Centrino andCoreare trademarks ofIntel
Corporation.HDMI is a trademark of HDMILicensing LLC. Bluetooth is a
trademarkof BluetoothSIG. All othertrademarks are trademarksof their
respectiveowners.
Printedin U.S.A. 10/07.