Sony VAIO VPCEB1SFX User manual

Enjoy performance and multimedia entertainment in an aordable 15.5”4
widescreen laptop with an integrated number pad. Add to that an Intel® Core™
i5 processor, Blu-ray Disc™ drive, loads of RAM and amazing picture quality; you’ll
have everything you need in one sleek package.
VPCEB1SFX/BIC VAIO® E Series Laptop PC
Multimedia Made Simple
Rediscover your favorite music, photos and more with Media Gallery. Developed with design in mind, Media
Gallery includes a stunning UI with easy-to-use features and technology that takes the work out of enjoying your
media. In one-step you can easily simplify your massive music library into unique playlists. SensMe™ Technology
suggests photos and music based on your unique viewing and listening habits, reminding you of forgotten
favorites. Plus, with integrated GraceNote® and YouTube support, you can get the full scoop on your favorite artist
or uncover music videos and interviews you didn’t know existed.br brPMB VAIO® makes managing and enjoying
your photos and home videos simple and easy. Instantly sort your photos and home videos by person, place,
or date and reduce camera shake in your home videos eortlessly with this breakthrough technology.br brThe
versatile Blu-ray Disc™ - ROM drive combines the power of HD Blu-ray Disc™ video playback with the convenience
and utility of DVD and CD read/write functionalities.br brAn HDMI™ output delivers video and audio to external
sources via a single cable so you can enjoy HD entertainment on your compatible big screen TV without a myriad
of extra cables (HDMI™ cable sold separately)15.
Powerful Performance
Enjoy the powerful performance of an Intel® Core™ i5 - 430M processor (2.26GHz1) with Intel® Turbo Boost
Technology20 up to (2.53GHz1) and 4GB of pre-installed system memory.br brThe VAIO® E Series laptop comes
pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit12.br brStore your favorite movies,
important documents, and cherished family photos on the massive 500GB2 hard drive.br brThe 15.5”4 (1366x768)
widescreen display delivers dazzling colors and stunning picture clarity.
Superior Support For Your VAIO® Computer
Not a PC Expert? Don’t know what a “de-frag” is? No problem. We’ve designed an easy-to-use tool that lets you
tune up, update and troubleshoot your VAIO® PC with just a few clicks. An ASSIST button on the keyboard panel
that puts this helpful program right at your ngertips.br brEnjoy the convenience and accessibility of In-home
and International service with the Sony standard limited warranty.br brWith In-home service, when possible we’ll
come to you to repair your PC for a variety of issues.br brInternational service provides you with coverage in over
40 countries; Sony assures that your VAIO® laptop will have a broad range of services and support wherever you
travel.br brOptional Sony extended service plans are available to extend your limited warranty coverage up to 4
years from the date of your PC purchase.
Specications
Processor
Processor Cache 3MB
Processor Speed 2.26GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.53GHz20
Processor Type Intel® Core™ i5 - 430M
Display
Resolution 1366 x 768
Screen Size 15.5”4
Memory
Installed Memory 4GB (2GBx2)
Memory Type/Speed DDR3/1066MHz
Max. Memory 8GB

Graphics
Graphics Processor Intel® HD Graphics
Storage
Storage Capacity 500GB2
Storage Type Serial ATA
Optical Drive
DVD Support Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-RAM)
Optical Drive Support - Blu-ray Disc™ Read Only18 (BD-ROM)
Hardware
10-Key Numeric Pad Yes
Camera Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology
Keyboard QWERTY, 103 keys with 2.0mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
Audio
Sound System Intel® High Denition Audio
Inputs and Outputs
DC-In 1
HDMI® Output(s) 1
Headphone Output 1
Microphone Input 1
VGA Output(s) 1
Wireless/Networking
Ethernet Protocol 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T
WiFi Adapter Atheros® 802.11b/g/n
Software
Anti-Virus Software Norton Internet Security™ 2010 6-month Trial13
Operating System Genuine Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit12
Supplied Software Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Oce Home and Student 200711
Service and Warranty Information
Toll-Free Phone Support 2 year toll-free technical assistance available 24/7 at 888-476-6972. For priority support, please call 239-768-76059.
Online and Email Support Available at http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Onsite/In-Home Service 2 year limited warranty with Onsite/In-Home Service14. See actual warranty for details.
International Service 1 year international service plan. Registration required. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
Limited Warranty Term 2 year limited warranty8. See actual warranty for details.
Environmental Information
ENERGY STAR® 5.0
EPEAT™ Silver
ROHS® Compliant
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.) 14.56”(W) x 1.22”(H) x 9.77”(D)5
Weight (Approx.) 5.9 lbs (with standard capacity battery)
Power
Battery Type Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery
DVD Playback Up to 2.5 hours7 Standard Capacity Battery
Default Brightness Up to 3.5 hours7 Standard Capacity Battery
Up to 5 hours7 Large Capacity Battery

Maximum Brightness Up to 3 hours7 Standard Capacity Battery
Up to 4.5 hours7 Large Capacity Battery
Start-up Times
Average Boot Time 60 sec16
Average Resume Time from Suspend 2 sec16
First Boot Time 5 min17
General
Action Buttons VAIO, ASSIST, WEB, Wireless on / o
Pointing Device Electro-static touchpad (Multi-Finger)
Accessories
Supplied Accessories
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (3500mAh)
AC Adapter
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V30)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS22A)
VAIO Backpack (VGP-CCB6/B)
Keyboard Skin (VGP-KBV3)
Wireless Laser Mouse (VGP-WMS30)
Reversible Carrying Case (VGP-AMC9)
Campus Messenger Bag (VGP-AMB14/B)
NETGEAR - Push2TV Adapter for Intel® Wireless Display (PTV1000)

1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary.
2. GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of hard disk space is reserved as a recovery partition.
3. Requires a compatible 802.11 access point (802.11n recommended) and internet connection.
4. Viewable area measured diagonally.
5. Measured at the narrowest point
6. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other.
7. Rating based upon laboratory testing. Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, and usage. Battery capacity decreases over time and use.
8. See actual limited warranty for details. For a copy of Sony's warranty, please visit www.sony.com/pcsupport, call toll-free 888-476-6972 (888-4SONYPC) or write to Sony Electronics,12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort
Myers, FL 33913.
9. For certain third party software applications, Sony provides rst level phone support. Additional telephone support may be available from the applicable 3rd party vendor. Availability and schedule for any such
support is determined by the aplicable software vendor. Long distance charges may apply
10. Broadband Internet service required along with third party services which may require a subscription or other service fee.
11. 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Oce 2007 - This trial software will work only for 60 days after you rst use it. You will not be able to use the software if you dont activate it as described the rst time you use the
software. You can activate the software by Internet: Internet service charges may apply. If you want to keep using the software after the 60-day trial period, you must convert to the perpetual version. You can convert
online by following the conversion instgructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.
12. Compatibility and performance in a 64-bit environment may vary.
13. Norton Internet Security™ 2010 subscription is pre-installed on your Sony VAIO PC. You need to activate the software for the product to work. After your 6-months are nished, buy Norton Internet Security to
continue to be protected from viruses, hackers and identify theft.
14. When available, Sony will provide Onsite/In-Home Service in fulllment of its limited warranty obligations. Any such services are subject to the terms and conditions of the limited warranty. See actual Limited
Warranty for details. Onsite/In-Home Service will be provided via third-party technician to be dispatched as needed following phone-based troubleshooting. Some repairs may be accomplished with self repair kits.
Onsite/In-Home Service may not be available in all locations.
15. Requires high denition-capable display with HDMI™ connector. Image quality will vary.
16. Based on original factory image and will vary with product conguration changes and additional software added to the hard drive.
17. Excluding end user interaction
18. Certain circumstances may limit/prevent Blu-ray Disc™ media playback.
19. Intel® Wireless Display requires a compatible Intel based laptop PC,a third party TV adapter featuring Intel® Wireless Display, and a TV with an available HDMI or Composite AV input. Compatible laptop PCs require
a select 2010 Intel® Core™ processor family CPU. For a complete list of requirements, visit www.intel.com/go/wirelessdisplay.Content requiring output protection such as Blu-ray* and DVD movie playback is not
supported. Check with your PC manufacturer for specic details.
20. Intel Turbo Boost Technology performance varies depending on hardware, software and overall system conguration. Check with your PC manufacturer on whether your system delivers Intel Turbo Boost
Technology. For more information, see http://www.intel.com/technology/turboboost
Computer Interface: For this product, there are a multitude of varying software packages and add-on hardware options. This product is not manufactured to work with any specic software, and Sony does not and
cannot make any warranty or representation with respect to the performance of this product with any particular software packages and/or non-Sony add-on hardware options except those mentioned here. Sony
hereby disclaims any representations or warranties that this product is compatible with any combination of non-Sony products you may choose to connect to it. While Sony representatives or Sony authorized dealers
may be able to assist you and may make recommendations, they are NOT authorized to vary or waive this disclaimer. Purchasers must determine for themselves the suitability and compatibility of the hardware
and software in each and every particular instance. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony computer are subject to change without notice. Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions or have all
documentation. Features and specications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic
Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).
©2010 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, Memory Stick PRO, MOTION EYE, MagicGate and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony
in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of the
Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo are registered trademarks of SIG, Inc. Symantec, the Symantec Logo, and Norton Internet Security are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Symantec Corporation or its aliates in the U.S. and other countries. Blu-ray Disc and the Blu-ray Disc logo are trademarks. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are
trademarks of their respective owners.
Updated: June 16, 2011