Specifications
General
ComputerType: Notebook
Typeof Use: Portable
ActionButtons: S1,S2 (programmable),Volumeand
Mute
Keyboard: QWERTY,86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and
19.05mm pitch
PointingDevice: Electro-Static touch pad
Hardware
DockingStation: Docking station connector
Camera: Built-in Camera and Microphone
Processor
Type: Intel®Core
™
Duo Processor T2300
Speed: 1.66GHz
FrontSide Bus Speed: 667MHz
L2Cache: 2MB
Technology: Intel®Centrino®Duo Mobile Technology
Memory
Type: DDR2
Installed: 1GB (PC2-4200)
Maximum: 2GB
Speed: 533MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity: 100GB
Speed: 5400rpm
Interface: Serial ATA
Optical Drive #1
DVD+RDL Write: 4x max.
DVD+RWrite: 8x max.
DVD+RWWrite: 8x max.
DVD-RWrite: 8x max.
DVD-RWWrite: 6x max.
CD-RWrite: 24x max.
CD-RWWrite: 16x max.
DVD
±
RW: Yes
CDRead: 24x max.
DVDRead: 8x max.
DVD-RDL Write: 4x max.
DVD-RAMRead: 5x max.
Expansion Slots
MultimediaCard Reader: Memory Stick Duo
™
media
with MagicGate®functionality
ExpressCard
™
/34 Slot 5-in-1Memory Card Adaptor
(VGP-MCA20) supporting Memory Stick®
,
Memory
Stick PRO
™
,
Secure Digital, xD-PictureCard, and
MultiMediaCard (MMC)
PCMCIA -TypeII/Type I card slot with CardBus
support
Audio
SoundSystem: Sony®Sound Reality
™
-Audio
Enhancer
Display
Screenor Display Technology: WXGA LCD
ScreenSize: 15.4”
Resolution: 1280 x 800
XBRITE HiColor™Technology: Yes
Graphics
Processor: Intel®Graphics Media Accelerator 950
VideoRAM: 128MBDynamically Allocated Shared
(RAM/Video) Memory
Chipset: Intel®945GM
Interface: VGA Out with Smart Display Sensor
Inputs and Outputs
HeadphoneJack: 1
i.LINK®Interface: 1(4-pin)
Memory Stick®MediaSlot: 1
MicrophoneInput: 1
S-VideoOutput(s): 1
USBPort(s): 3 (2.0 compliant)
VGAOutput(s):
1
Networking/Modem
EthernetProtocol: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
EthernetSpeed: 10Base-T/100Base-
TX
ModemType: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11)
WirelessLAN: Intel®PRO/Wireless3945ABGNetwork
Connection (802.11a/b/g)
Power
BatteryType: Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2B)
EstimatedBattery Life: 2.0-4.0 hours (Standard
Battery)
PowerRequirements: 110W+10%
Software
OperatingSystem: Microsoft®
Windows
®XPMedia
Center Edition 2005 with Update Rollup 2
InternetServices: America Online®180-DayTrial -
New Users Only
Anti-Virusand Recovery Software: Norton®Internet
Security
™
60-Day Subscription, TrendMicro
™
Anti-
Spyware 30-Day Trial, Iolo®System Mechanic 30-
Day Trial, VAIO®Security Center, VAIO®Update
software, VAIO®Recovery Wizard software, VAIO®
Support Central
SuppliedSoftware: Microsoft®Works8.5
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft®Office 2003
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft®DigitalImage
Starter Edition 2006
Sony®OriginalSoftware: Click to DVD®-DVD
Creation
DVgate Plus
™
-Digital Video
SonicStage Mastering Studio
™
-AudioMastering
and Remastering
SonicStage®-Digital Music
VAIO Media
™
-Network File Sharing
ImageConverter -PSP
™
Transfer
60-minute Trial Version of Wheel of Fortune®
60-minute Trial Version of Jeopardy®
Underworld -Pre-installed movie
Service and Warranty Information
TelephoneSupport: 1 year toll-freetechnical
telephone assistance, available 24/7
LimitedWarrantyand Onsite Service: 1YearLimited
Warranty with Onsite Service
Onlineand Email Support: Support availablefrom
http://www.esupport.sony.com
Dimensions
Weight: 6.17lbs with standard battery (weight is
approximate and may vary)
Measurements: 14.41”(W) x 1.02”-1.39”(H) x 10.81”(D)
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS2B)
AC adapter (VGP-AC19V13)
Memory Card Adapter (VGP-MCA20)
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Multi Function Docking Station (VGP-PRFE1)
Multi Function Bay Drive, 4 USB 2.0, GB Ethernet,
DVI-D, VGA out, RCA Video out, S-Videoout and
Kensington lock
DVD R Double Layer/DVD±RW Drive Bay Unit (VGP-
DRWBX1)
CD-RW/DVD-ROM Bay Unit (VGP-CRWBX1)
80GB HDD Bay Unit (VGP-HDBX08A)
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS2C)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL2C)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10)
1GB Memory Expansion Module (VGP-MM1GA)
512MB Memory Expansion Module (VGP-MM512M)
Battery Charger (VGP-BC1)
Wireless Presentation Mouse (VGP-WMS50)
Neoprene Notebook & AC Adapter (VGP-AMC3)
Color: White
UPCCode: 027242696280
1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may
affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under
certain operating conditions.
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 compatible wireless LAN access point, sold separately. Internet
connection may require fees.
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
5. 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.
6. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns
and environmental conditions.
7. When available, Sony will provide Onsite Service in fulfillment 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 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 Service may not
be available in all locations.
8. For certain third party software applications, Sony provides first 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 applicable software vendor.
9. The Microsoft Office 2003 60
-
Day Trial software is intended for
evaluation purposes only. This trial software is installed on your system
and you must activate the software before you can use it. Product
activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the
software; activation requires Internet access. This software has an
expiration date of 60 days from date of first use, at which time the
software will operate under reduced
-
functionality mode, limiting end
-
use options and operations.
10. Viewable area measured diagonally.
11. Broadband Internet service required along with third
-
party services
which may require a subscription fee or other service fee.
12. The Microsoft Digital Image Starter Edition 2006 60
-
Day Trial software
included with this computer system is intended for evaluation purposes
only. The software has been partially installed and you must complete
installation of the software before you can use it. This software has an
expiration date of 60 days from date of first use, at which time the
software will operate under reduced
-
functionality mode, limiting end
-
user options and operations.
Computer Interface: The computer industry lacks standards, and therefore,
there are a multitude of varying software packages and add
-
on hardware
options. This personal computer is not manufactured to operate any
specific 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 in this document. Sony hereby disclaims any
representations or warranty that this product is compatible with any
combination of products you may choose to connect. 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 Notebook Computer are
subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display. Pre
-
installed software may not be identical to retail versions or have all
documentation. This product meets the standards of the International
Energy Star Program for energy efficiency. Features and specifications
are subject to change without notice. Non
-
metric weights and
measurements are approximate.
©2006 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in
part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick,
SonicStage, SonicStage Mastering Studio, VAIO, XBRITE
-
HiColor, Memory
Stick PRO Duo, MagicGate, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus, VAIO Media and
like.no.other are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Centrino are registered
trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and
Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other
trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
Printed in U.S.A. 04/06.