Specifications
Operating System
Operating System
Genuine Windows Vista™ Business (English Version) with Traditional Chinese Language Pack
Architecture
Processor Technology
Intel® Centrino® Processor Technology
Chipset
Mobile Intel® 945GMS Express Chipset
Processor System Bus
533MHz
Processor Name
Intel® Core™ Solo Processor U1500 (1.33 GHz)*1*2
Network Connection
Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Cache Memory
2MB
Memory Bus
400MHz
Main Memory
Pre-installed/Max
1 GB DDR2 SDRAM (on board)*3
Flash Memory
Flash Memory
32GB (Recovery storage max. 8GB*4, C: Remain) Ultra ATA/66
Graphics
Total Available Graphics Memory (Max)*5
251MB
Graphics Accelerator
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Display
Type
4.5" WSVGA (1024x600) TFT colour display (Clear Bright LCD: White LED)
Interface
Microphone
stereo mini jack x 1
CompactFlash Slot
Type II x 1
Others
I/O Connector x 1
DC IN
x 1
USB
High Speed USB 2.0 x 1
Compatible Memory Cards*10
Memory Stick Duo (MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO Duo compatible, High-speed data transfer compatible), CompactFlash
Memory Stick Slot
Memory Stick Duo Slot (MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO Duo compatible, High-speed data transfer compatible)*6
Headphone
stereo mini jack x1
Wireless Connection
Network Connection
Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Wireless LAN Type
Integrated Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g*7
Bluetooth
Bluetooth standard Ver. 2.0+EDR
Wireless LAN Frequency
5 GHz (802.11a), 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g)
Wireless LAN Data Rate
Maximum 11Mbps (802.11b)/54 Mbps (802.11a/g) *8
Security
Fingerprint Sensor
x 1
Camera
Back Side Camera
Back side Effective Pixels: 1280x1024, Image Device: 1/4", SXGA CMOS, Lens: 3 elements in 3 groups, F4(Focus distance: f=3.8mm)
Front Side Camera
Effective Pixels: 640x480, Image Device: 1/8", VGA CMOS, Lens: 2 elements in 2 groups, F4(Focus distance: f=2.6mm)
Audio
Microphone
Bulit-in monaural microphone
Speaker
Bulit-in monaural speaker
Sound Chip
Intel® High Definition Audio compatible, 3D audio (Direct Sound 3D support)
Keyboard/Input Device
Keyboard
64 keys
Pointing Device
Touch Panel*9 , Multi-pointer , Stylus
Battery Life*13
Optional Long Battery
VGP-BPL6 Lithium-ion battery: up to 7.5 hours of use
Bundled Battery
VGP-BPS6 Lithium-ion battery: up to 3.5 hours of use
Size
Dimensions (WxHxD)
150.2 x 95 (Max 100.5) - x 32.2 - 38.2 mm
Weight
486 g (including the supplied battery)
Included Software
Support
VAIO Recovery Utility, VAIO Update 3.0, VAIO Hardware Diagnostics 3.3
Home Network
VAIO Media 6.0
Tool
Roxio Easy Media Creator 9.0, Adobe® Reader® 8, Norton Internet Security™ 2007*11, PenPlus for VAIO
Music
SonicStage CP 4.3
Video Edit/Playback
VAIO Video & Photo Suite1.1, VAIO Edit Components 6.2, WinDVD for VAIO 8.0
Utilities
VAIO Control Center 2.0, VAIO Camera Utility 2.1, VAIO Camera Capture Utility 2.3, Protector Suite QL 5.6, VAIO Touch Launcher
Still Image/Photo
Windows® Photo Gallery
Supplied Accessories
AC Adaptor
AC Adaptor (VGP-AC16V7)
Others
Carrying Pouch (for Main Unit) , Display/LAN Adapter, Port Replicator, Strap, Folding Stand, Adapter Holding Band , Spare cap for the Multi-pointer (x2)
Battery
Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS6)*12
Warranty
Period
One year*13
Features and specifications 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 Cannot be upgraded on board. The memory capacity actually available may be smaller than the one displayed depending on the software in use and operating environment.
*4 Necessary data for recovery (setting back to initial shipment settings) in the hard disk drive consuming approximately 8 GB in size is available separately.
*5 Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows Vista™ classification of graphics memory, which is the total of Dedicated Video Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory.
*6 Compatibility confirmed with Sony branded "Memory Stick" media only.
*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 configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use. In addition, communication may be cut off depending on the radio conditions.
*9 The tablet function of Windows Vista™ is not supported.
*10 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
*11 Free use of 90 days. Further update will be charged.
*12 This product may only function with a genuine Sony battery designed for this model.
*13 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 subsidiaries.
Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
Intel, the Intel logo, Centrino and the Centrino logo, Intel Core and Core Inside, are trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
Windows, Windows Vista and the Windows logo 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 specifications. E&OE. Actual models may differ slightly in appearance to illustrations provided.