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VAIO AR Series Notebook PC

Model number: VGN-AR730E/B
Rated 1.6 out of 5 stars
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T8100 (2.1 GHz, 3MB L2 Cache)
Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium

Series Features: 17" widescreen display, NVIDIA® graphics, built-in 1.3M camera and microphone
Upgrade Features: 3GB RAM, play Blu-ray Disc™ media

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Powerful Performance

Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology and super-powerful Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor T8100 (2.10GHz1).

Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium is easy-to-use and delivers new security and entertainment features.

Roomy 320GB2 hard drive with RAID technology and 3GB RAM.

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 conferencing12.

Enjoy 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 NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M GT graphics card.

HDMI™ connector provides single-cable HD connectivity to a compatible HDTV or A/V receiver17.

Media management software suite provides the tools needed to manage music, movies and photos.

Blu-ray Disc™ ROM drive

The versatile Blu-ray Disc™ ROM (BD-ROM) drive on the VAIO® AR730 notebook combines the power of HD Blu-ray Disc™ video playback15 with the convenience and utility of DVD and CD read/write functionalities4.

Product Specifications

Expansion Slots

  • Multimedia Card Reader : Supports Memory Stick® and Memory Stick Duo™ media slot5 with MagicGate® functionality One Secure Digital (SD) media slot 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 : 3GB (2GBx1+1GBx1) PC2-5300
  • Maximum : 4GB10
  • Speed : 667MHZ
  • Type : DDR2 SDRAM

Power

  • Battery Type : Standard Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery (VGP-BPS9/B)
  • Estimated Battery Life : 1.5-2.5 hours7 (Standard Capacity Battery) 2.0-4.5 hours7 (Large Capacity Battery)
  • Power Requirements : 150W+10%

Software

  • Internet Services : AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New Users Only
  • Operating System : Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium
  • Security and Anti-Virus Software : Norton 360™ All-In-One Security 60-day Trial
  • Sony® Software : Click to Disc™ - 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 : 3MB
  • Speed : 2.10GHz1
  • Technology : Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology
  • Type : Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T8100

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 16.4"(W) x 1.32"(H) x 11.8"(D)16
  • Weight (Approx.) : 8.3 lbs. with standard battery16

Display

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

Graphics

  • Chipset : Mobile Intel® PM965 Express Chipset
  • Processor : NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M GT GPU with Total Available Graphics Memory of 1535MB (max.)14
  • 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 Input(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
  • BD-ROM Read : 2x max.
  • Blu-ray Disc™ Support : Yes15 (BD-ROM/DVD±R DL/±RW/RAM)
  • CD Read : 24x max.
  • CD-R Write : 8x max.
  • CD-RW Write : 8x max.
  • DVD Read : 8x max.
  • DVD+R DL Write : 2.4x max.
  • DVD+R Write : 8x max.
  • DVD+RW Write : 4x max.
  • DVD-R DL Write : 2x max.
  • DVD-R Write : 8x max.
  • DVD-RAM Read : 5x max.
  • DVD-RAM Write : 5x max.
  • DVD-RW Write : 4x max.
  • DVD±RW : Yes4

Service and Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Limited Warranty9
  • 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-BPS9/B)
  • AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)

Product Profile

Support

License Agreements

Product Warranty

  • VAIO Notebook + AC Adapter Case

    VAIO Notebook + AC Adapter Case

    $24.99

VIEW FOOTNOTES


1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions.

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, Sound Reality, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate, LocationFree Player and Click to Disc are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Intel, Centrino and Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S and other countries. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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