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VAIO Z Series Laptop

Model number: VPCZ116GX/S
Intel® Core™ i5-520M (2.40 / 2.93GHz)
Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 64-bit
Features: 13.1" LED Backlit Display, 4GB RAM, 256GB SSD, CD/DVD player/burner, Hybrid Graphics (1GB VRAM), HDMI™ out

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Sony recommends Windows® 7.

Powerful Mobile Performance

Enjoy the powerful performance of an Intel® Core™ i5-520M processor (2.40GHz1) with Intel® Turbo Boost technology22 up to (2.93GHz) 4GB of pre-installed system memory.

The VAIO® Z notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional.

Uncompromising elegance weaved into a 3.04 lb(with standard battery) go-anywhere package.

Enjoy a 13.1"4 (1600x900) LED backlit widescreen display, with a scratch resistant LCD, for a brighter, crisper, tougher display.

For even faster read / write times and greater durability, enjoy a 256GB2 Solid State Drive.

Tackle virtually any graphics requirement with a NVIDA® GeForce® GT 330M graphics card and 1GB VRAM10.

Endless Features

A backlit keyboard frames the keys with a soft glow and illuminates the lettering for convenient typing day or night.

An HDMI™ output delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable so you can enjoy HD entertainment on your compatible big screen TV without a myriad of extra cables (HDMI™ cable sold separately).

Stay connected to colleagues and family while on the road with real-time video conferencing3 using the MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology.

Smarter Technology

The next revolution in hybrid graphics, an intelligent Auto setting self-selects which power mode - Speed or Stamina - is best given your current computing usage - no reboot required17.

Integrated active noise cancelling technology and supplied headphones provide crystal-clear audio in noisy mobile scenarios without a bulky adapter.

A built-in biometric fingerprint scanner makes authentication and secure access quick and easy – you only need your fingerprint.

A built-in Assist button launches VAIO Care™ software, a simple do-it yourself PC maintenance tool for tune-ups, troubleshooting and more.

Wireless Freedom

Built-in Wireless-N technology offers a boost in wireless connection speed and range3.

Extend the reach of your Z notebook with Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® technology16 that's ideal for connecting to other Bluetooth-enabled peripherals.

Environmentally Engineered Features

By using a mercury-free backlit LED display, the VAIO® Z notebook keeps one less chemical out of both your home and the landfills.

Product Specifications

Environmental Information

  • ENERGY STAR® : 5.0
  • EPEAT™ : Gold
  • ROHS® : Compliant For more information: www.sony.com/vaioeco

Graphics

  • Chipset : Mobile Intel® HM57 Express Chipset
  • Graphics Processor : NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 330M GPU and Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator HD with Total Available Graphics Memory: 2650MB (max.)10
  • Graphics Technology : Dynamic Hybrid Graphics System17
  • Graphics Video RAM : 1GB of dedicated video RAM
  • Max. External Display Resolution via HDMI™ : 1920x108019
  • Max. External Resolution via VGA : 2048x1536

Memory

  • Installed Memory : 4GB (2GBx2)
  • Memory Type/Speed : DDR3/1066MHz
  • Max. Memory : 8GB

Processor

  • Processor Cache : 3MB
  • Processor Speed : 2.40GHz1 with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.93GHz
  • Processor Technology : Intel® Turbo Boost Technology22
  • Processor Type : Intel® Core™ i5 - 520M

Solid State Drive

  • Capacity : 256GB2
  • Interface : Serial ATA

Wireless/Networking

  • Bluetooth® Technology : Integrated Stereo A2DP (2.1 + EDR) 16
  • Ethernet Protocol : 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T
  • Ethernet Speed : Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
  • Wi-Fi : Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6200 (802.11a/b/g/n)3

Audio

  • Sound System : Intel® High Definition Audio

Expansion Slots

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

Hardware

  • Backlit Keyboard : Yes
  • Camera : Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology
  • Keyboard : QWERTY, 82 keys with 2.0mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch

Optical Drive

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

Service and Warranty Information

  • Toll-Free Phone Support : 1 year toll-free technical assistance available 24/79 at 888-476-6972
  • Onsite/In-Home Service : 1 year limited warranty with Onsite/In-Home Service18. See actual warranty for details.
  • International Service : 1 year international service plan. 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 : Available at http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO

Start-up Times

  • Average Boot Time : 60 sec20
  • Average Resume Time from Suspend : 2 sec20
  • First Boot Time : 5 min21

Display

  • Backlight Technology : LED
  • Resolution : 1600 x 900
  • Screen Size : 13.1"4

General

  • Action Buttons : S1,VAIO, Assist, Performance Select, Windows Arrangement, Wireless on / off
  • Computer Type : Notebook
  • Pointing Device : Electro-static touchpad
  • Security : Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
  • Type of Use : Ultra-portable

Inputs and Outputs

  • DC-In : 1
  • Ethernet Connection(s) : 1
  • HDMI® Output(s) : 1
  • Headphone Output : 1
  • Internal Microphone : 1
  • Microphone Input : 1
  • Port Replicator Connector : 1 (Bottom)
  • USB Port(s) : 3 (2.0 compliant)
  • VGA Output(s) : 1

Power

  • Battery Type : Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery
  • Estimated Battery Life : Up to 7 hours7 Standard Capacity Battery
  • Power Requirements : 121W or less

Software

  • Anti-Virus Software : Norton Internet Security™ 2010 30-Day Trial Offer15
  • Operating System : Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional 64-bit13
  • Sony® Creativity Suite : PMB – VAIO® Edition - Import, organize, edit and publish in one easy-to-use program VAIO® Media Gallery - Bring forgotten favorites to life VAIO® Media Plus - Multimedia Streaming Software *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 Small Business 200712
  • System Maintenance and Support : VAIO Care™ - System diagnostics and maintenance
  • The VAIO® Software Experience :

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 12.4"(W) x 1.0-1.3"(H) x 8.3"(D)5
  • Weight (Approx.) : 3.04 lbs (with standard capacity battery)

In the Box

  • Power Cord
  • Standard Capacity Lithium-ion battery (5400mAh)
  • Noise Canceling Headphones
  • AC Adapter

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

VIEW FOOTNOTES


1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary.

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. Viewable area measured diagonally.

5. Measured at the narrowest point

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 and environmental conditions.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows® 7 classification of graphics memory, which varies depending on the operating condition, version of device driver and system memory size.

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

12. 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.

13. Compatibility and performance in a 64-bit environment may vary.

14. Broadband Service sold separately. Service activation fee of $35 may apply. Mobile Broadband is available to more than 262 million people in 258 major metro areas in the U.S. Offers and coverage, varying by service, not available everywhere. Network details & coverage maps at vzw.com. ©2009 Verizon Wireless. All company names, trademarks, logos, and copyrights not property of Verizon Wireless are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved

15. Norton Internet Security™ 2010 30-day subscription is pre-installed on your Sony VAIO PC. You need to activate the software for the product to work. After your 30-days are finished, buy Norton Internet Security to continue to be protected from viruses, hackers and identify theft.

16. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.

17. Windows® 7 is required for feature functionality. Rebooting is necessary on pre-installed and downgraded Windows® XP Professional models.

18. When available, Sony will provide Onsite/In-Home Service in fulfillment of its limited warranty obligations. Any such services are subject to the terms and conditions of the limited warranty. See actual Limited Warranty for details. Onsite/In-Home Service will be provided via third-party technician to be dispatched as needed following phone-based troubleshooting. Some repairs may be accomplished with self repair kits. Onsite/In-Home Service may not be available in all locations.

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

20. Based on original factory image and will vary with product configuration changes and additional software added to the hard drive.

21. Excluding end user interaction

22. Intel Turbo Boost Technology performance varies depending on hardware, software and overall system configuration. Check with your PC manufacturer on whether your system delivers Intel Turbo Boost Technology. For more information, see http://www.intel.com/technology/turboboost

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

©2010 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, VAIO Care, Memory Stick PRO, MagicGate, MOTION EYE, and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo are registered trademarks of SIG, Inc. Symantec, the Symantec Logo, and Norton Internet Security are trademarks or registered trademarks of Symantec Corporation or its affiliates 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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