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VAIO P Series Lifestyle PC

Model number: VGN-P598E/Q
Rated 3.6 out of 5 stars
Intel® Processor (1.33GHz)
Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium

Model Features: 8" display with XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology, 2GB RAM, 128GB SSD, 1.4 lbs., GPS, integrated mobile broadband
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Everyday Mobile Performance

So slight and slim, you might not even know it’s there. About as thin as most cell phones, the 1.4lb (with standard battery)7 VAIO® Lifestyle PC is a cinch to tote.

Enjoy a full-featured PC experience with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 32-bit.

The VAIO® Lifestyle PC also features a convenient quick-boot option for super-fast access to the web, email3, photos and more.

For even faster read / write times and greater durability, enjoy a 128GB2 solid state drive.

Get the web browsing3 experience you're used to on this 8" LED backlit ultra-wide display6. No side-to-side scrolling necessary.

Designed to be as functional as it is gorgeous, the keyboard on the VAIO® Lifestyle PC offers a user-friendly touch and feel that makes for easy typing.

A host of color-matching accessories, such as cases and Bluetooth® mice14, let you extend your fashion to the realm of high tech.

Wireless Freedom

Your friends, your news, and your entertainment when you need it. The VAIO® Lifestyle PC lets you browse the web in more places with Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Built-In, America's largest and most reliable 3G network15..

Built-in real-time GPS lets you navigate even the most unfamiliar places with ease. No internet connection required.

A built-in webcam lets you video chat4 with friends, family and colleagues practically anywhere you go.

Extend the reach of your VAIO Lifestyle PC with A2DP Bluetooth® technology14 that's ideal for streaming uncompromised CD-quality stereo music to Bluetooth® technology14 enabled speakers or headphones.

Product Specifications

Environmental Information

  • ENERGY STAR® : 4.0
  • EPEAT™ : Silver
  • ROHS® : Compliant For more information: www.sony.com/vaioeco

Graphics

  • Graphics Processor : Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 500. Total Available Graphics Memory: 760MB (max.)*10
  • Max. External Resolution via VGA : 1600×1200

Memory

  • Installed Memory : 2GB (2GBx1)
  • Memory Type/Speed : DDR2 SDRAM/533MHz
  • Max. Memory : 2GB

Service and Warranty Information

  • Toll-Free Phone Support : 1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/713
  • International Service : 1 year international service plan available. Registration required. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 year limited warranty12. See actual warranty for details.
  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 year limited warranty12. See actual warranty for details.
  • Online and Email Support : Support available from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 9.65"(W) x 0.78"(H) x 4.72"(D)7,8
  • Weight (Approx.) : 1.4lbs7

Audio

  • Sound System : Intel® High Definition Audio

Expansion Slots

  • Multimedia Card Reader : One Memory Stick Duo™ media slot with MagicGate® functionality One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media slot Multi-media Card (MMC) slot

Hardware

  • Camera : Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and microphone
  • Keyboard : QWERTY, 82 keys with 1.2mm stroke and 16.5mm pitch

Power

  • Battery Type : Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS15/B)
  • Estimated Battery Life : 2.0-4.0 hours17 Standard Capacity Battery

Software

  • Anti-Virus Software : Microsoft® Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version16
  • Operating System : Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 32-bit
  • Supplied Software : Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Home and Student 20075
  • VAIO® Multimedia Suite : VAIO® Media plus - Multimedia Streaming Software

Wireless/Networking

  • Bluetooth® Technology : Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® Technology (2.1 + EDR) 14
  • Mobile Broadband : Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Built-in15
  • Wi-Fi : Atheros 802.11 b/g/n network connection3

Display

  • Backlight Technology : LED
  • Resolution : 1600 x 768
  • Screen Size : 8.0"6
  • XBRITE-ECO™ Technology : Yes

General

  • Action Buttons : WLAN / Bluetooth® on / off, Instant On, Xross Media Bar™
  • Computer Type : Lifestyle PC
  • Pointing Device : Pointing Stick
  • Type of Use : Ultra-portable

Inputs and Outputs

  • DC-In : 1
  • Headphone Output : 1
  • I/O Port : 1
  • USB Port(s) : 2 (2.0 compliant)

Processor

  • Processor Speed : 1.33GHz1
  • Processor Type : Intel® processor
  • Front Side Bus Speed : 533MHz
  • L2 Cache : 512kB

Solid State Drive

  • Capacity : 128GB
  • Interface : Serial ATA

In the Box

  • Power Cable
  • Display/LAN Adaptor (VGP-DA10)
  • Standard Capacity Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS15/B)
  • Noise Cancelling Headphones
  • AC Adapter (VGP-AC10V2)
  • 2 spare pointing stick caps

Product Profile

Support

License Agreements

Product Warranty

  • VAIO Travel Case

    VAIO Travel Case

    $11.99

Cases/Sleeves for up to 12" Displays

  • VAIO Travel Case

    VAIO Travel Case

    $11.99

VIEW FOOTNOTES


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

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 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet services.

4. Broadband Internet service required along with third party services which may require a subscription or other service fee.

5. 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 dont 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 instgructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.

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

12. 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.

13. 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 aplicable software vendor.

14. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.

15. 3G enabled for tri-band HSPA (850/1900/2100 MHz) Subscription with a third party carrier is required. Service activation and other fees apply. Terms & Conditions and additional restrictions apply.

16. 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.

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

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. This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency.

©2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO and the VAIO logo, XBRITE-ECO, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate, like.no.other, i.LINK and MOTION EYE are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Live, OneCare and Windows Vista are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel is a registered trademark. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of SIG, Inc. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR logo are registered U.S. marks. Xross Media Bar is a trademark of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Printed in U.S.A. 12/08.

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