Sony VAIO Everyday Laptop | VAIO E Series 15.5" Laptop | SVE1511AFXS

VAIO 15.5" E Series Laptop

Model number: SVE1511AFXS

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

3rd gen Intel® Core™ i5-3210M (2.50 / 3.10GHz)
Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Features: 15.5" LED backlit display, 6GB RAM, 750GB (5400rpm) HDD, Blu-ray Disc™ player, Intel® HD graphics 4000, HDMI® out, USB 3.0

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Sony recommends Windows® 7.

Polished style

The VAIO® E Series 15 laptop is beautifully designed PC featuring a distinctive wrap design. Featuring a polished aluminum lid, a sparkling diamond cut VAIO logo and an interior is as striking as the exterior, you get a full size keyboard with number pad and large touch pad designed for a comfortable computing experience.

Night Shift

Practical innovation is a cornerstone of Sony’s vision, and our keyboards are no exception. The keyboard features a precisely engineered keyboard and integrated 10-key number pad for the ultimate in speed and convenience. When typing in dim light, an LED backlight creates a pleasant glow, framing the individual keys and illuminating the lettering to make it even easier to find the right keys.

Not just for video chatting

A built-in HD web camera offers superb video conferencing quality. Powered by an Exmor® sensor, this HD web camera offers amazing low-light performance and includes face tracking technology that allows the camera to automatically adjust and keep you in focus as you move about. And with certain programs, you make hand gestures in front of your camera to skip songs, turn pages, or turn the volume up.

One button bliss

Discover shortcut hardware buttons: VAIO, ASSIST and WEB that get you where you want to go with a touch of a button. Get one touch access to the web without full boot up into Windows® with WEB button. Press the VAIO button to launch either PlayMemories Home™ or Media Gallery™ software and create movies, and enjoy photos and music in a whole new way. The ASSIST button links directly to VAIO Care™ software that helps maintain and troubleshoot PC issues for optimal performance.

Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium

Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. You can even watch, pause, rewind, and record TV. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.

Amazing performance with a boost.

The visibly smart 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor delivers amazing performance. Enjoy the thrill of an automatic burst of speed when you need it with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0² for a boost in your performance that you can truly see and feel.

Bold and Bright

Developed by the same people you trust to engineer amazing flat-panel HDTVs, this laptop features exceptional picture quality. The 15.5” (1366 x 768) widescreen display includes an LED backlight that helps ensure a bright display with lower power consumption for improved battery life.

Listen up

Integrated stereo speakers utilize the Clear Phase™ and xLOUD™ technologies, which deliver a richer, bolder and louder presence. xLoud technology enhances speaker volume without sacrificing quality.

Rapid Wake

With Sony’s own Rapid Wake technology, you never have to shut down your computer again. Whether you are done working for the day or just heading out to get some coffee, simply close the lid to put your PC into sleep mode. Then, when you’re ready to start again, resume in 2 seconds with your data safe and secure. If you are unplugged, don’t worry about draining your battery. Your PC can stay in sleep mode for days.¹⁰

The handiest port around

Forgot to charge your phone or mp3 player? Just plug your device via USB cord into the USB sleep charge port and start charging. Even if the PC is shut down and not plugged in you can still use it. And don’t forget that the USB 3.0 port is perfect for connecting a compatible external hard drive and allowing you to wait less and transfer data up to 10x faster than USB 2.0.

PC tune-ups and maintenance made easy

With the newest version of VAIO Care™ software you get an easy-to-use tool that lets you tune up, update and troubleshoot your VAIO® PC. Effortlessly install and uninstall new software and drivers, use the visual interface to quickly identify and troubleshoot issues, create restore and recovery media, and connect with Sony phone, chat or online support when you need to talk with a Sony expert.

Media Gallery™ software from Sony

Find a new appreciation for your music and photos with Media Gallery™ software. Not only can it automatically create unique song playlists based on beat, tone and rhythm, it can also help you rediscover forgotten favorites with recommendations based on your specific taste. Playback can be controlled by hand gestures using the built-in web camera, simply wave your hand and Media Gallery software will advance to the next track or photo. Media Gallery software even makes it easy to share your personal photos and videos. Publish your favorites to popular sites like Facebook, Picasa and many more directly from Media Gallery interface.

VAIO Gate

VAIO Gate offers fast and easy access to favorite multimedia programs and entertainment. A bar with large icons at the top of your desktop and keeps track of your most popular programs and media. It’s simple and easy to use – click on an icon to go straight to a program. Personalize VAIO Gate by moving icons within the browser or adding and removing them completely by simple drag and drop.

Create something worth sharing

Sony Imagination Studio™ VAIO® Edition includes four powerful Sony® applications: Vegas®, ACID®, Sound Forge® and DVD Architect® software so you can create music and movies like never before.

Built-in Blu-ray Disc™ Drive

The Blu-ray Disc™ player combines the power of HD Blu-ray Disc™ video playback with the convenience and utility of DVD and CD read/write functionalities. The best picture. The best sound. With stunning clarity, Blu-ray Disc™ technology is the ultimate way to enjoy your entertainment.

Simple multi-gesture touchpad

The multi-gesture touchpad is the most intuitive way to interact with your laptop. Scroll with two fingers, pinch to zoom in and out of images, swipe to flip through pages or photos, and you can even rotate an image, and much more. And rather than clicking on a button, just click on the left or right mouse areas in order to activate those functions.

PlayMemories Home™ Software

Uniquely smart and easy-to-use, PlayMemories Home™ software makes organizing, editing and sharing your photos and videos a cinch. Instantly import and sort your content by event or date. Then transform your favorites from ordinary to extraordinary with intuitive adjustments and stunning filters. You can even create heartwarming slide-shows complete with transitions and soundtracks in 3 simple steps. Finally, share your picks privately with family and friends or on popular social networking sites like Facebook® and YouTube™. PlayMemories Online™ service can even securely store your content in the cloud allowing virtually all of your devices to access it anytime, anyplace.

Take it to the big screen

Whether you’re watching stunning high definition content or enjoying video captured from your compatible camcorder, you can play back HD content on your compatible big screen HDTV with a high level of resolution. An HDMI® output delivers both your video and audio via a single HDMI cable (sold separately), providing the optimal digital connection to your HDMI-enabled HDTV so you can enjoy HD entertainment on the big screen without a myriad of extra cables and wires. Or if you just need to connect an external monitor, use the VGA port for a simple connection.

Service and Support

There's nothing standard about the standard Sony limited warranty on VAIO® computers. To give you the ultimate in speedy and convenient service, we come to you to repair PC issues whenever possible. Not many other PC manufacturers can match our expertise or comprehensive level of in-home support¹³. And we have extensive on-line support where you can chat with an associate and access drivers, software updates, FAQs, user forums and more.

Your Entertainment Now

Sony Entertainment Network is the ultimate digital entertainment portal. It’s your all-access pass to music, movies, games and more, that can be accessed from one account. Listen to a global catalog of over 15 million songs with Music Unlimited Service, watch the latest blockbusters, all-time classics, and your favorite TV shows with Video Unlimited, and play the hottest PlayStation® games. Enjoy what you want, when you want, at home or on-the-go.

Product Specifications

Display

Screen Size : 15.5"
Resolution : 1366 x 768
Backlight Technology : LED

Storage

Storage Type : Serial ATA
Storage Capacity : 750GB⁴
Storage Technology : 5400rpm

Audio

Sound System : Intel® High Definition Audio with xLOUD™ and Clear Phase™ Technology

Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year
Onsite/In-Home Service : Yes¹³
International Service : Yes²⁰
Toll-Free Phone Support : 888-476-6972⁸
Priority Phone Support : 239-768-7605⁸

Power

Battery Type : Standard Lithium Ion Battery (4000mAh)
Battery Life : Up to 5 hours and 30 minutes¹⁰

Processor

Processor Type : Intel® Core™ i5-3210M
Processor Technology : Dual Core
Processor Speed : 2.50GHz¹ with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.10GHz²
Processor Cache : 3MB

Memory

Installed Memory : 6GB (4GB + 2GB)
Memory Type/Speed : DDR3/1333MHz
Max. Memory : 8GB

Optical Drive

Optical Drive Type : Blu-ray Disc™ Player
Optical Drive Support - Blu-ray Disc™ : Read Only
Optical Drive Support - CD/DVD : Read / Write

Inputs and Outputs

DC-In : 1
USB 3.0 : 1 (Charge)
USB 2.0 : 3
VGA Output(s) : 1
Headphone Output : 1
Microphone Input : 1
Secure Digital (SD) Slot : 1
Memory Stick Duo™ : 1
HDMI® Output(s) : 1

Environmental Information

ENERGY STAR® : 5
ROHS® : Compliant
EPEAT™ : Gold

Weights and Measurements

Dimensions (Approx.) : 14.65" (W) x 1.00" - 1.32" (H) x 9.99" (D)
Weight (Approx.) : 5.97 lbs. (with Standard Battery)

Software

Operating System : Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium with Service Pack 1 64-bit
Supplied Software : Microsoft® Office Starter with reduced-functionality versions of Word and Excel®⁷, VAIO Care™, Media Gallery™, PlayMemories Home™
Anti-Virus Software : Kaspersky® Internet Security 30-Day Trial Offer¹²
Sony Imagination Studio™ VAIO Edition : Vegas® Movie Studio HD Platinum, ACID® Music Studio, Sound Forge® Audio Studio

Graphics

Graphics Processor : Intel® HD Graphics 4000
Graphics Video RAM : Internal⁶
Maximum Resolution VGA : 1920 x 1200
Maximum Resolution HDMI : 1920 x 1080

Hardware

Camera : 1.3 MP HD web camera powered by Exmor® for PC and microphone
Keyboard : QWERTY, 103 keys with 1.7mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
10-Key Numeric Pad : Yes
Backlit Keyboard : Yes

Wireless/Networking

Bluetooth® Technology : Bluetooth® Standard (4.0 + HS)
Ethernet Protocol : 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
WiFi Adapter : Atheros® WB225 (802.11b/g/n)

General

Action Buttons : VAIO, ASSIST, WEB
Pointing Device : Clickable Touchpad (Gesture Supported)

In the Box

Standard Lithium Ion Battery (4000mAh), AC Adapter, Power Cord

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SVE1511AFXS 3.5 5 2 2

Decent laptop So this laptop is a great deal when considering the specs of it (ivy bridge i5, blu-ray, etc), but for what you get in specs, you lose in other areas. The native resolution is only 1366x768 which for smaller screens might be great, but for 15 inches and over, it is quite weak. The build quality of the keys and the plastic behind the keys feel cheap and plasticy. The trackpad...the main problem that I see with it is that many people are used to clicking the middle area of the pad. With this track pad you have to definitively press either the right or the left, pressing the middle could result in either button depending on if you veered slightly left or right. Overall, if you don't mind the screen rez (if you use an external monitor as your main one, this is fine as well), if you plan to use a separate mouse or can get used to the trackpad and can deal with the cheap build, this laptop is a decent deal. For the others, you might want to spring a little more for the higher end models. August 12, 2012

i love it i really love my new laptop. sad it doesn't fit any of the sleeves i bought:-( but imma get one from the sony store soon. i love the backlit keyboard option and with the bluray i can finally watch some movies! i do not regret buying this laptop at all. the mouse pad isn't too much of a problem since i am buying a laser mouse to go with it. and im sure the backlit keyboard will dim once my keyboard skin arrives. other than those i can't really think of anything bad about this laptop! July 31, 2012

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1. GHz denotes maximum microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary based on application.

2. Requires a system with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology. Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 are only available on select Intel® processors. Consult your PC manufacturer. Performance varies depending on hardware, software, and system configuration. For more information, visit http://www.intel.com/go/turbo.

4. 1 GB = one billion bytes. Actual formatted capacity will be less.

6. Allocation of system memory to graphics varies depending on operating condition, version of device driver and total system memory size.

7. Microsoft® Office Starter: reduced-functionality Word and Excel® only, with advertising. No PowerPoint® or Outlook®.

8. For some third party software, Sony provides initial support. Additional support may be available from the applicable vendor. Availability may vary by vendor.

10. Based on Sony engineering. Actual performance may vary considerably based on hardware configuration, software, power management settings, environmental conditions, wireless connectivity and other factors. Maximum battery capacity will normally decrease with time and use.

12. Kaspersky Internet Security 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 Kaspersky Internet Security to continue to be protected from cybercriminals, identify theft, viruses, and other threats.

13. Availability may be limited. See limited warranty for details.

20. Not all models applicable. Registration required. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details.

Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

Certain Microsoft products included with this computer may use technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation procedures and Microsoft’s privacy policy will be detailed during initial launch of the product, or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations of the computer and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply).

This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency. ©2012 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, Memory Stick Duo, Exmor, S-Force, Vegas, ACID, Sound Forge, VAIO Care, Media Gallery, PlayMemories Home, xLOUD, Clear Phase and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel, Core and Pentium are trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft, Windows, PowerPoint and Excel are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Blu-ray Disc and its logo is a trademark. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Dolby and Dolby Home Theater are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Kaspersky Internet Security is a trademark of Kaspersky Lab ZAO or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. ©1997-2012 Kaspersky Lab ZAO. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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