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Sony VAIO AR250G Notebook

Model number: VGN-AR250G

Sumptuous Design

From the moment you take it out of its box, you’ll notice the VAIO® AR Digital Studio™ Notebook is more than just a device, it’s a showpiece. First of all, it’s gorgeous. With its black exterior and sleek profile, interfaces and ports that are easily accessible yet stylishly and discreetly integrated; this beauty is the ultimate in portable entertainment performance.

Messaging.

Stylish design. Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile technology using Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor delivers outstanding dual-core mobile performance. Enjoy outstanding video quality on a 17” widescreen8 WXGA+(1440x900)display featuring XBRITE-HiColor™ technology. Watch and record live television with fully integrated NTSC TV tuner, bundled remote control, and Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating system. HDMI™ connector provides convenient single-cable HD connectivity to your compatible HDTV or A/V receiver. DVD±R Double Layer/DVD±RW drive4 for enhanced storage and multimedia capabilities. NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7600 graphics with 128MB of dedicated GDDR3 memory. The VAIO® AR150G Notebook is a “Windows Vista™ Premium Ready” PC.

Featuring a stunning and exceptional widescreen display.

The VAIO® AR Digital Studio™ Notebook features a stunning 17" WXGA+ (1440x900) widescreen display8 with Sony’s original XBRITE- HiColor™ LCD technology. It delivers deep blacks and bright whites, true-to-life color, and razor-sharp detail. And with a glare filter and anti-reflective coating to minimize reflection, you’ll experience a beautifully clear image. It’s a picture-perfect way to playback movies, watch TV, and even immerse yourself in the gaming world.

Multimedia Powerhouse

With integrated NTSC TV tuner and Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005, you can watch and record TV. NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7600 graphics and GDDR3 memory deliver advanced graphics performance for immersive game play. You’re also ready to capture and edit 1080i HD camcorder content. A built in camera and microphone means it’s conference and VoIP ready12. Multimedia shortcut keys at your fingertips make it easy to control your entertainment. It’s the ultimate notebook PC for the A/V enthusiast.

Product Specifications

Processor

  • Type : Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7200
  • Speed : 2GHz1
  • L2 Cache : 4MB
  • Front Side Bus Speed : 667MHz
  • Technology : Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology

Memory

  • Installed : 2GB (1GBx2) PC2-4200
  • Maximum : 2GB
  • Speed : 533MHZ
  • Type : DDR2 SDRAM

Audio

  • Sound System : Sony® Sound Reality™ - Audio Enhancer

Networking/Modem

  • Bluetooth® Technology : Integrated Bluetooth® Technology10
  • Ethernet Protocol : Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
  • Ethernet Speed : 10Base-T/100Base-TX
  • Modem Type : Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem with (RJ-11)
  • Wireless LAN : Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection (802.11a/b/g)3

Service and Warranty Information

  • Online and Email Support : Support available from http://www.esupport.sony.com
  • Limited Warranty : 1 Year Limited Warranty9. See actual warranty for details.
  • Telephone Support : 1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/711

General

  • Computer Type : Notebook
  • Type of Use : Desktop Replacement
  • Action Buttons : S1, S2, AV Mode, Volume, Mute, Eject, Play/Pause/Stop, Wireless LAN On/Off, TV Record, FF, Rewind, Channel + and -
  • Pointing Device : Electro-Static touch pad

Display

  • Screen Size : 17"8
  • Screen or Display Technology : WXGA+
  • Resolution : 1440x900
  • XBRITE-HiColor™ Technology : Yes

Graphics

  • Processor : NVDIA® GeForce® Go 7600
  • Video RAM : 128MB
  • Chipset : Intel® 945PM
  • Interface : VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor, HDMI™ out and S-Video out
  • TV Tuner : Yes (NTSC)

Optical Drive #1

  • DVD±RW : Yes4
  • DVD+R DL Write : 4x max.
  • 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.
  • DVD-RAM Write : 5x max.
  • DVD-RAM Read : 5x max.
  • DVD Read : 8x max.
  • CD-R Write : 24x max.
  • CD-RW Write : 16x max.
  • CD Read : 24x max.

Power

  • Battery Type : Standard Battery (VGP-BPS2C)
  • Estimated Battery Life : 1.5-2.5 hours7 with standard battery
  • Power Requirements : 150W+10%

Weights and Measurements

  • Weight (Approx.) : 8.4 lbs. (weight is approximate and may vary)
  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 16.4"(W) x 1.32"(H) x 11.8"(D)

Hardware

  • Keyboard : QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
  • Camera : Built-in camera and microphone

Hard Drive

  • Capacity : 200GB2
  • Interface : Serial ATA
  • Speed : 4200rpm

Expansion Slots

  • Multimedia Card Reader : Supports optional Memory Stick® and Memory Stick DUO™ media5 with MagicGate® functionality and Secure Digital Media (SD) One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support One ExpressCard™ /54 Slot

Inputs and Outputs

  • Headphone Jack : 1
  • i.LINK® Interface : 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)6
  • Microphone Input : 1
  • Port Replicator Connector(s) : 1
  • USB Port(s) : 3 (2.0 compliant)
  • HDMI™ Connection Output(s) : 1
  • S-Video Input(s) : 1
  • S-Video Output(s) : 1
  • Audio/Video Input(s) : 1
  • RF Connection Input(s) : 1
  • S/PDIF Output(s) : 1
  • VGA Output(s) : 1
  • Ethernet Port : 1
  • Modem Jack : 1
  • DC-In : 1

Software

  • Anti-Virus and Recovery Software : Norton® Internet Security 60-Day Subscription TrendMicro™ Anti-Spyware 30-Day Trial Iolo® System Mechanic 30-Day Trial VAIO® Recovery Wizard VAIO® Update VAIO® Support Central VAIO® Security Center
  • Operating System : Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 with Update Rollup 2
  • Supplied Software : Microsoft® Works 8.5 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Trial13 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft Digital Image Starter Edition 200614 InterVideo® WinDVD® Roxio® DigitalMedia SE Intuit Quicken® 2005 New User Edition (Previous Quicken users may require additional upgrade) DISCover My Games
  • Sony® Original Software : Click to DVD® - DVD Creation SonicStage Mastering Studio™ - Audio Mastering and Remastering SonicStage® - Digital Music DVgate™ Plus - Digital Video VAIO Media™ - Network File Sharing Image Converter - PSP™ Transfer 60-Minute Trial Version of Wheel of Fortune® 60-Minute Trial Version of Jeopardy® 60-Minute Trial Version of DaVinci Code and Bewitched games
  • Internet Services : AOL Online™ 180-Day Trial (New Users Only)

In the Box

  • Remote Control/IR Receiver
  • Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2C)
  • Power Cord
  • AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)
  • RF Cable

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

VIEW FOOTNOTES


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. Internet connection may require fees.

4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.

5. Supports Memory Stick PRO™ high-capacity media tested up to 1GB. Does not support MagicGate® functionality.

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. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.

8. Viewable area measured diagonally.

9. 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.

10. Use of this Bluetooth® enabled product with other devices may vary as not all Bluetooth devices are compatible.

11. 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.

12. Broadband connection is required along with third party services which may require a subscription fee and other service fees.

13. 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.

14. 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, XBRITE-HiColor, Memory Stick, SonicStage, SonicStage Mastering Studio, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, MagicGate, Sound Reality, Digital Studio, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus, VAIO Media, like.no.other, and VAIO are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks, and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks and Windows Vista is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Printed in U.S.A. 07/06.

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).

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