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VAIO JS Series Desktop PC

Model number: VGC-JS230J/B
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor E5200 (2.50GHz)
Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium
Model Features: 20.1" XBRITE-ECO" LCD, CD/DVD burner, 4GB RAM, 500GB (7200rpm) hard drive, built-in camera/microphone, Black bezel

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Space-saving design meets premium PC performance with the Black VAIO® VGC-JS230J/B desktop computer. This all-in-one masterpiece features a powerful PC that's built into the back of a gorgeous 20.1-inch XBRITE-ECO™ LCD. Powered by an Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core processor and backed by 4GB of memory and dual 3 watt speakers with Dolby Home Theater® technology, the JS is ideal for surfing the web, listening to music and watching movies. In addition to an integrated webcam and microphone with face tracking technology, there are five USB 2.0 ports to attach virtually all of your peripherals.

Powerful PC Performance

Enjoy the performance of an Intel® Pentium® E5200 processor (2.50GHz1) with 4GB of pre-installed system memory.

The VAIO® JS All-in-One Desktop comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit6.

Store your digital photos, videos and important documents on the 500GB2 (7200rpm) Serial ATA hard disk drive.

Contemporary yet Functional Design

Five high-speed USB 2.0 ports and 1 i.LINK® interface10 are conveniently located on the back and sides for easy access and let you attach virtually all your peripherals without having to buy additional hardware.

An elegant, yet simple keyboard with an isolated key design can be stored below the LCD to save space.

Endless Features

The 20.1"7 widescreen display with stunning XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology delivers deeper blacks, brighter whites, true-to-life color and razor-sharp detail from almost any angle.

A built-in microphone and MOTION EYE® camera with face-tracking technology allows for easy communication with friends and family4.

Whether it’s for YouTube™, a presentation or your website, editing digital video captured by your Sony® Handycam® camcorder is quick and easy with VAIO® Movie Story software. You choose from the supplied templates and professional looking cutaways, cross-fades and soundtrack syncing are automatically done for you.

Product Specifications

Environmental Information

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

Graphics

  • Chipset : Intel® G45 Express Chipset
  • Processor : Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD with Intel® Clear Video Technology Total Available Graphics Memory: 1750MB (max.)*11

Inputs and Outputs

  • Audio In : 1 (Line In)
  • DC-In : 1
  • Ethernet Connection(s) : 1
  • Headphone Output(s) : 1
  • Microphone Input : 1
  • S/PDIF Output(s) : 1
  • USB Port(s) : 5 (2.0 compliant)
  • i.LINK® Connection : 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)10

Power

  • Power Requirements : 150W + 10%
  • Input Voltage : 100-240V

Software

  • Anti-Virus Software : Microsoft® Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version5
  • Operating System : Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit6
  • Supplied Software : Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home and Student 200714
  • VAIO® Multimedia Suite : 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.

Audio

  • Sound System : Intel® High Definition Audio with Dolby® Digital Live
  • Speakers (Total) : Built-in 2 x 3 Watt stereo speakers

Expansion Slots

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

Hard Drive

  • Capacity : 500GB2
  • Speed : 7200rpm
  • Type : Serial ATA

Memory

  • Installed : 4GB PC2-6400 (2GBx2)
  • Maximum : 4GB
  • Speed : 800MHz
  • Type : DDR2

Processor

  • Front Side Bus Speed : 800MHz
  • L2 Cache : 2MB
  • Speed : 2.50GHz1
  • Type : Intel® Pentium® Processor E5200

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 19.2"(W) x 16.1"(H) x 6.18"(D)8,9 (CPU and Display only)
  • Weight (Approx.) : 18.7 lbs.8 (CPU and Display only)

Display

  • Resolution : 1680 x 1050
  • Screen Size : 20.1"7
  • Screen or Display Technology : WSXGA+
  • XBRITE-ECO™ Technology : Yes

General

  • Computer Type : Desktop
  • Type of Use : All-in-One

Hardware

  • Action Buttons : Action Buttons on Keyboard - Standby, S1, Volume - / +, Muting, Zoom In, Zoom Out Action Buttons on PC - PC On / Off, WLAN
  • Camera : Built-in 1.3 MP MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology
  • Keyboard : QWERTY, 19.05 mm pitch, 2.0 mm stroke

Optical Drive

  • CD Support : Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)
  • DVD Support : Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-RAM)

Service and Warranty Information

  • 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
  • Telephone Support : 1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/713.

Wireless/Networking

  • Ethernet Protocol : 10Base-T / 100Base-TX / 1000Base-T (Gigabit)
  • Ethernet Speed : Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
  • Wi-Fi : Atheros Wireless Network Connection (802.11b/g/n)3

In the Box

  • USB Keyboard
  • Power Cord
  • USB Mouse (VGP-UMS30)
  • AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)

Product Profile

Support

License Agreements

Energy Star Product

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. 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.

6. 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.

7. Viewable area measured diagonally.

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

9. Measured at the narrowest point

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

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 applicable software vendor.

14. 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.

15. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.

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.

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-ECO, MOTION EYE, Sony logo, VAIO logo, and Memory Stick PRO, MagicGate are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel and Pentium 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. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories. ENERGY STAR is a registered US mark. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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