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VAIO W Series Mini Laptop

Model number:

VPCW221AX/P

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars
Intel® Atom Processor (1.83GHz)
Genuine Windows® 7 Starter Edition
Features:10.1" LED backlit LCD (1366x768), 1GB RAM, 250GB HDD, large capacity battery, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, webcam
Laser Engraving

ADDITIONAL IMAGES:

Sony recommends Windows® 7.

Pretty in pink.

Now through October 30, get a free pink carrying case when you buy a pink VAIO® W Series laptop (VPCW221AX/P). It's the perfect matching accessory for the perfect go-anywhere computer.

The Perfect Family Accessory

Handy and sturdy enough for any member of your household the W Series PC is perfect for surfing the web, e-mailing or updating your Facebook® profile3.

The VAIO® W Series notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows® 7 Starter.

An ultra-wide 10.1''4 LED backlit display (1366x768) produces vivid and crisp images while conserving precious battery life.

Keeping in touch has never been easier or more fun. The W features an integrated camera and microphone so you can video chat with friends and family no matter how far from home they travel9.

Store your cherished digital family photos, school projects and important documents on the 250GB2 (5400rpm) Serial ATA hard disk drive.

2 easy-to-access USB ports offer convenient connectivity to compatible cameras, printers and USB flash memory media.

Providing a kid friendly online environment just got easier with KidZui® and Online Family.Norton software. Together they provide kid friendly content, simple parental controls and weekly reports that offer peace of mind and helps eliminate the need to constantly watch over your kids' shoulder.

Wireless Freedom

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

Extend the reach of your VAIO W Series PC with A2DP Bluetooth® technology for streaming uncompromised CD-quality stereo music to your compatible Bluetooth® technology12 enabled speakers or headphones.

Enjoying your photos and home videos has never been simpler with the uniquely smart and easy-to-use PMB VAIO Edition. Get instantly organized with smart sorting features, create personal masterpieces with one-click creative tools and share your favorites in two simple steps. Instantly sort your photos and home videos by person, place, or date.

And with a PlayStation® 3 or other DLNA® compatible device connected to your compatible HDTV, you can enjoy all the content stored on your notebook on the big screen – wirelessly!

Product Specifications

Environmental Information

  • ENERGY STAR® : 5.0
  • EPEAT™ : Gold
  • ROHS® : Compliant

Graphics

  • Graphics Processor : Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3150

Memory

  • Installed Memory : 1GB (1GBx1)
  • Memory Type/Speed : DDR2/667MHz
  • Max. Memory : 2GB

Service and Warranty Information

  • Toll-Free Phone Support : 1 year toll-free technical assistance available 24/7 at 888-476-6972. For priority support, please call 239-768-76058.
  • International Service : 1 year international service plan. Registration required. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 year limited warranty7. See actual warranty for details.
  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 year limited warranty7. See actual warranty for details.
  • Online and Email Support : Available at http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 10.54"(W) x 1.08-2.00"(H) x 7.07"(D)5
  • Weight (Approx.) : 2.93 lbs (with standard battery)

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

Hardware

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

Power

  • Battery Type : Large Capacity Lithium-ion Battery
  • Battery Life : Up to 8 hours6with Large Capacity Battery
  • Maximum Brightness : Up to 7 hours6with Large Capacity Battery

Software

  • Anti-Virus Software : Norton Internet Security™ 2010 30-Day Trial Offer11
  • Operating System : Genuine Microsoft® Windows® 7 Starter Edition (32-Bit)
  • Sony® Creativity Suite : PMB – VAIO® Edition - Import, organize, edit and publish in one easy-to-use program13 Kid Zui® - Kid-friendly Web browser, search engine & online playground *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 200710
  • System Maintenance and Support : VAIO Care™ - System diagnostics and maintenance

Wireless/Networking

  • Bluetooth® Technology : Integrated Stereo A2DP (2.1 + EDR) 12
  • Ethernet Protocol : 10Base-T/100Base-TX
  • Ethernet Speed : Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
  • Wi-Fi : 802.11 b/g/n3

Display

  • Backlight Technology : LED
  • Resolution : 1366 x 768
  • Screen Size : 10.1"4

General

  • Action Buttons : Wireless on / off
  • Computer Type : Notebook
  • Pointing Device : Electro-static touchpad
  • Type of Use : Mini Notebook

Inputs and Outputs

  • DC-In : 1
  • Ethernet Connection(s) : 1
  • Headphone Output : 1
  • Internal Microphone : 1
  • Microphone Input : 1
  • USB Port(s) : 2 (2.0 compliant)
  • VGA Output(s) : 1

Processor

  • Processor Speed : 1.83GHz1
  • Processor Type : Intel® Atom™ Processor N470
  • Front Side Bus Speed : 667MHz
  • L2 Cache : 512kB

Storage

  • Speed : 5400rpm
  • Storage Capacity : 250GB2
  • Storage Type : Serial ATA

In the Box

  • Power Cord
  • Large Capacity Battery (5200mAh)
  • AC Adapter

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VPCW221AX/P 3.5 5 2 2
Would NOT reccomend Where to begin, this computer has been one disappointment after another. From day one we've had issues... I've got over 6 calls into technical service and my issues still haven't been fixed. Apparently there's something odd with the way windows was loaded on this computer, 1/2 the time I start the computer it says windows not found. Apart from this machine being a lemon, when it does work it's unbelievably slow. I have used a few other mini netbooks and they all seem slow, but this one is by far the slowest! And my last big complaint is the keyboard, there's plenty of room for an adequate keyboard, however the keys are unnecessarily cramped and some keys like the right shift key are simply un-usable. If you're in the market for a netbook, get one from a different company. November 24, 2010
I LOOOOVE MY SONY VAIO W :-) Got this Pink Sony Vaio W for my 25th birthday & I just love love loooove it!!! Best thing ever!!! :-) October 26, 2010
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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 a compatible 802.11 access point (802.11n recommended) and internet connection.

4. Viewable area measured diagonally.

5. Measured at the narrowest point

6. Estimates only based upon Sony engineering testing. Actual performance will vary based on notebook settings, environmental conditions, and usage. Battery capacity decreases over time and use.

7. 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.

8. 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. Long distance charges may apply.

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

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.

13. Not all features available on notebooks powered by Intel® Atom™ processors.

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 and the VAIO logo, VAIO Care, Memory Stick Duo, i.LINK, MagicGate, and MOTION EYE 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 is a registered trademark. Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the US and other countries. Bluetooth is a registered trademark 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. ENERGY STAR is a registered U.S. trademark. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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