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VAIO AW Series Notebook PC

Model number: VGN-AW120J/H
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor P8400 (2.26GHz, 3MB L2 Cache)
Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium

Model Features: 320GB storage, 4GB RAM, Blu-ray Disc™ playback, NVIDIA® graphics and HDMI™ out

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Powerful Performance

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P8400 processor (2.26GHz1) with Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology. The VAIO® AW notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64bit. Tackle virtually any graphics requirement with a NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT graphics card and 512MB of dedicated video RAM. Store your digital photos, videos and important documents on the roomy 320GB2 Serial ATA hard disk drive.

Endless Features

A built-in CompactFlash® media slot lets you quickly and easily transfer files between your digital camera and PC. Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® technology15 allows you to wirelessly connect to useful peripherals and stream CD-quality audio to compatible devices. Editing digital video and images is quick and easy with VAIO® Movie Story software. You choose the supplied template and professional-looking cutaways, cross-fades and soundtrack syncing are automatically done for you.

Born From Sony® HD Technology.

An 18.4"6 extra-widescreen display and stunning XBRITE-FullHD™ LCD technology delivers dazzling colors and stunning picture clarity in full 1080p high definition. A Blu-ray Disc™ optical drive lets you playback4 HD Blu-ray Disc™ movies in crystal-clear resolution. Immersing you in sound and bringing your HD Blu-ray Disc™ movies to life, the AW Series notebook includes Dolby Home Theater® surround sound technology. An HDMI™ output provides single-cable full 1080HD connectivity (audio and video) to a compatible HDTV (cable sold separately)16.

Product Specifications

Environmental Information

  • ROHS® : Compliant For more information: www.sony.com/vaioeco

Graphics

  • Chipset : Mobile Intel® PM45 Express Chipset
  • Graphics Processor : NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT GPU with Total Available Graphics Memory of 2280MB (max.)10
  • Graphics Video RAM : 512MB dedicated video RAM
  • Interface : HDMI™16 and VGA out with Smart Display Sensor

Memory

  • Installed Memory : 4GB PC2-6400 (2GBx2)
  • Memory Type/Speed : DDR2/800MHz
  • Max. Memory : 8GB

Processor

  • Processor Speed : 2.26GHz1
  • Processor Technology : Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology
  • Processor Type : Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor P8400
  • Front Side Bus Speed : 1066MHz
  • L2 Cache : 3MB

Storage

  • Speed : 5400rpm
  • Storage Capacity : 320GB2
  • Storage Type : Serial ATA

Audio

  • Speakers (Total) : Built-in stereo speakers + 2W subwoofer
  • Sound System : Intel® High Definition Audio with Dolby® Digital Live

Expansion Slots

  • Multimedia Card Reader : Compact Flash media slot One Memory Stick PRO™ (Standard / Duo) media slot with MagicGate® functionality One ExpressCard® /34 media slot One Secure Digital (SD™ memory card) media slot

Hardware

  • Camera : Built-in 1.3 MP MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology
  • Keyboard : QWERTY, 103 keys, 19.05 mm pitch, 2 mm stroke

Optical Drive

  • BD-R DL Read : 5x max.
  • BD-R Read : 5x max.
  • BD-RE DL Read : 5x max.
  • BD-RE Read : 5x max.
  • BD-ROM Read : 5x max.
  • CD Read : 24x max.
  • CD-R Write : 24x max.
  • CD-RW Write : 24x max.
  • DVD Read : 8x max.
  • DVD+R DL Write : 6x max.
  • DVD+R Write : 8x max.
  • DVD+RW Write : 6x max.
  • DVD-R DL Write : 6x max.
  • DVD-R Write : 8x max.
  • DVD-RAM Read : 5x max.
  • DVD-RAM Write : 5x max.
  • DVD-RW Write : 6x max.
  • Optical Drive Support - Blu-ray Disc™ : Yes4 (read only) (BD-ROM/ DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM Drive)

Service and Warranty Information

  • Toll-Free Phone Support : 1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/712.
  • Online and Email Support : Support available from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 year limited warranty11. See actual warranty for details.
  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 year limited warranty11. See actual warranty for details.

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 17.2"(W) x 1.45 - 1.56"(H) x 11.4"(D)7,8
  • Weight (Approx.) : 8.2 lbs7 (with standard capacity battery)

Display

  • Resolution : 1920 x 1080
  • Screen Size : 18.4"6
  • XBRITE-FullHD™ Technology : Yes

General

  • Action Buttons : S1, S2, Volume - / +, Mute, Play / Pause, Stop, Eject, WLAN / Bluetooth® on / off, A/V Mode
  • Computer Type : Notebook
  • Pointing Device : Electro-Static touch pad
  • Security : Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
  • Type of Use : Desktop Replacement

Inputs and Outputs

  • DC-In : 1
  • Ethernet Connection(s) : 1
  • HDMI® Connection Output(s) : 1
  • Headphone Output(s) : 1
  • Microphone Input : 1
  • Modem Jack : 1
  • S/PDIF Output(s) : 1
  • USB Port(s) : 3 (2.0 compliant)
  • VGA Output(s) : 1
  • i.LINK® Connection : 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)9

Power

  • Battery Type : Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS13/B)
  • Power Requirements : 150W + 10%
  • Estimated Battery Life : 1.5 to 2.5 hours14 Standard Capacity Battery 1.5 to 3.5 hours14 Large Capacity Battery
  • Input Voltage : 100-240V

Software

  • Anti-Virus Software : Microsoft® Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version17
  • Internet Services : AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - For new users only
  • Operating System : Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit18
  • Supplied Software : Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home and Student 200713
  • The VAIO® Software Experience : VAIO® Startup Assistant Click to Disc Editor - Import, Edit, Burn VAIO® Movie Story - Simple Movie Creation VAIO® MusicBox - Music by Mood VAIO® Media plus - Multimedia Streaming Software *Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your PC for a complete list of software applications and trials.

Wireless/Networking

  • Bluetooth® Technology : Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® Technology (2.1 + EDR) 15
  • Ethernet Protocol : 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T
  • Ethernet Speed : Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
  • Modem Type : Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11)
  • Wi-Fi : Intel® WiFi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/b/g/n)3

In the Box

  • AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)
  • Power Cord
  • Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS13/B)

Product Profile

Support

License Agreements

Product Warranty

Energy Star Product
  • 50GB BD-RE DL Rewriteable Disc

    50GB BD-RE DL Rewriteable Disc

    $49.99

  • DVD-R Recordable DVD Media - 25 Pack

    DVD-R Recordable DVD Media - 25 Pack

    $16.00

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. TB means one trillion 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 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet services.

4. Certain circumstances may limit/prevent Blu-ray Disc™ media playback. For optimal performance, download all updates from http://esupport.sony.com/EN/DRIVERS.

5. Video recording to Blu-ray Disc™ media is done in MPEG2 and AVC formats only.

6. Viewable area measured diagonally.

7. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

8. Measured at the narrowest point

9. 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.

10. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows Vista classification of graphics memory, which varies depending on the operating condition, version of device driver and system memory size.

11. See actual limited warranty for details. For a copy of Sony's warranty, please visit www.esupport.sony.com, call toll-free 888-476-6972 (888-4SONYPC), or write to Sony Electronics, 12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.

12. 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.

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. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions. Battery life will be shorter with models equipped with Instant Mode features.

15. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices varies.

16. Requires high definition-capable display with HDMI™ connector. Image quality will vary.

17. Microsoft® Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version – This trial software will work for ninety (90) 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 90-day trial period, you must buy a subscription. You can subscribe online by following the conversion instructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.

18. Compatibility and performance in a 64 bit environment may vary. Check with the manufacturer of your software or accessory to ensure you have the latest updates.

Computer Interface: For this product,there are a multitude of varying software packages and add-on hardware options. This product is not manufactured to work with 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 here. Sony hereby disclaims any representations or warranties that this product is compatible with any combination of non-Sony products you may choose to connect to it. 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 computer are subject to change without notice. Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions or have all documentation. 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).

©2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO, XBRITE-FullHD, Sony logo, VAIO logo, and Memory Stick PRO, MagicGate are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel, Centrino and Core are trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft, Windows Live, OneCare and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark and the Bluetooth logo is a registered trademark of SIG, Inc. Dolby and Dolby Home Theater are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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