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VAIO AR Series Notebook

Model number: VGN-AR630E
Rated 3.2 out of 5 stars
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7250 (2 GHz)
Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium

Series Features: 17" widescreen display, NVIDIA® graphics, built-in 1.3M camera and microphone
Upgrade Features: Watch hi-def Blu-ray Disc™ movies with BD-ROM Combo Drive, HDMI™ output
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Blu-ray Disc™-ROM drive

The versatile Blu-ray Disc™-ROM (BD-ROM) drive on the VAIO® AR630 notebook combines the power of HD Blu-ray Disc™ video playback15 with the convenience and utility of DVD and CD read/write functionalities4.

Superior Technologies

802.11n offers a massive boost in speed and considerably more range than 802.11a/b/g3.Built-in 1.3 megapixel camera and microphone let you participate in video chats and conferencing12Enjoy brilliant colors and stunning clarity while conserving power with XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology

Multimedia powerhouse

The VAIO® AR notebook combines the convenience and portability of a notebook with the power and performance of a desktop.Featuring a full-sized keyboard, stunning 17" widescreen display8 and NVIDA® GeForce® Go 8400M GT graphics card.HDMI™ connector provides single-cable HD connectivity to a compatible HDTV or A/V receiver.Media management software suite provides the tools needed to manage music, movies and photos.

Powerful Performance

Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology and super-powerful Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor T7250 (2GHz1)Roomy 320GB2 hard drive and 2GB RAM.Windows Vista® Home Premium is easy-to-use and delivers new security and entertainment features.

Product Specifications

Expansion Slots

  • Multimedia Card Reader : Supports 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

Hard Drive

  • Capacity : 320GB2 (160GB x2)
  • Interface : Serial ATA
  • Speed : 5400rpm

Memory

  • Installed : 2GB (1GBx2) PC2-5300
  • Maximum : 4GB10
  • Speed : 667MHZ
  • Type : DDR2 SDRAM

Power

  • Battery Type : Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS9/B)
  • Estimated Battery Life : 1.5 to 3.5 hours7 with standard battery
  • Power Requirements : 150W=10%

Software

  • Internet Services : AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New Users Only
  • Operating System : Windows Vista® Home Premium
  • Security and Anti-Virus Software : Norton 360™ All-In-One Security 60-day Trial
  • Sony® Software : Click to DVD® - DVD Creation, LocationFree® Player *Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your PC for a complete list of software applications and trials.
  • Supplied Software : Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home and Student 200713

Audio

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

General

  • Action Buttons : S1, S2, AV Mode, Volume, Mute, Eject, Play/Pause/Stop, Wireless LAN On/Off, FF and Rewind
  • Computer Type : Notebook
  • Type of Use : Desktop Replacement

Hardware

  • Camera : Built-in 1.3 megapixel MOTION EYE® camera and microphone
  • Keyboard : QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
  • Pointing Device : Electro-Static touch pad

Networking/Modem

  • Ethernet Protocol : Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
  • Ethernet Speed : 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T
  • Modem Type : Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem with (RJ-11)
  • Wireless LAN : Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection (802.11a/b/g/n)3

Processor

  • Front Side Bus Speed : 800MHz
  • L2 Cache : 2MB Advanced Smart Cache
  • Speed : 2GHz1
  • Technology : Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology
  • Type : Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T7250

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 16.4"(W) x 1.32"(H) x 11.8"(D)16
  • Weight (Approx.) : 8.1 lbs. with standard battery16

Display

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

Graphics

  • Processor : NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M GT Graphics Processing Unit
  • Video RAM : 256MB Dedicated Video Memory

Inputs and Outputs

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

Optical Drive

  • BD-R DL Read : 1.6x max
  • BD-R Read : 2x max
  • BD-RE DL Read : 1.6x max
  • BD-RE Read : 2x max
  • Blu-ray Disc™ Support : Yes15 (BD-ROM)
  • CD Read : 24x max.
  • CD-R Write : 24x max.
  • CD-RW Write : 16x max.
  • DVD Read : 8x max.
  • DVD+R DL Write : 4x max.
  • DVD+R Write : 8x max.
  • DVD+RW Write : 8x max.
  • DVD-R DL Write : 4x max.
  • DVD-R Write : 8x max.
  • DVD-RAM Read : 5x max.
  • DVD-RAM Write : 5x max.
  • DVD-RW Write : 6x max.
  • DVD±RW : Yes4

Service and Warranty Information

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

In the Box

  • Power Cord
  • Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS9A/B)
  • AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)

Product Profile

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Product Warranty

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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 a compatible 802.11n access point. Some functionality may require Internet services, which may require a fee.

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, battery 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. A portion of the system memory over 3GB available to the operating system.

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. 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2007 - This trial software will work only for 60 days after you first use it. You will not be able to use the software if you do not activate it as described the first 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 instructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.

14. 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. Shared System Memory vaires depending on the operating condition and system memory size.

15. As with other optical media devices, circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc™ media playback. VAIO computers may not support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates.

16. non-metric measures are approximate and may vary

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. 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).

© 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, XBRITE-ECO, i.LINK, Blu-ray, Sound Reality, Memory Stick, Memory Stick DUO, MagicGate LocationFree and, Click to DVD are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel Centrino and Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S and other countries. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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