The E Series laptop is built with the features and performance you need every day to stay connected and be entertained. You get smart performance and amazing picture quality all in a sleek, up-market design.
Features:
- 2nd gen Intel Core i5 processor for visibly smart performance with a boost
- Genuine Windows7 Professional
- Textured, diamond-shaped pattern that resists fingerprint smudges
- Shortcut buttons provide quick access to the web, media software and VAIO Care software
- Isolated keyboard with integrated number pad and pleasing, dimpled touch pad
- Exceptional 15.5 inch widescreen display with LED backlight
- Share your laptop content wirelessly on your HDTV with Intel WiDi
- Get industry-leading support when you own a VAIO PC
- Find a new appreciation for your music and photos with Media Gallery software
- PMB makes managing your photos and home videos as easy as taking them
- Tune up, update and troubleshoot your VAIOPC with VAIO Care software
- VAIO Gate is a one touch portal for your programs and media
- Take it to the big screen with HDMI output (cable sold separately)
- Let your friends see you clearly with a built-in web camera
Leave no fingerprint
Whether it is open or closed, you will find yourself wanting to feel this VAIOE Series laptop. With a textured, diamond-shaped pattern embossed on the lid and palm rest, this PC is artfully crafted to be pleasing to the eyes and to the touch without leaving any fingerprint smudges.
One button bliss
Discover special hardware buttons: VAIO, ASSIST and WEB that get you where you want to go with a touch of a button.
- One touch access to the web without full boot up into Windowswith WEB button.
- Press the VAIO button to launch either PMB (Picture Motion Browser) or Media Gallery software and create movies, and enjoy photos and music in a whole new way.
- ASSIST button links directly to VAIO Care software that helps maintain and troubleshoot PC issues for optimal performance.
Isolated keyboard
Practical innovation is a cornerstone of Sony's vision, and our keyboards are no exception. Designed for ease of use, the laptop features a precisely engineered keyboard and integrated 10-key number pad for the ultimate in speed and convenience.
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 inch (1366 x 768) widescreen display includes an LED backlight that helps ensure a bright display with lower power consumption for improved battery life.
Enjoy on your HDTV
Now enjoy all of your personal and online content on your big screen-by wirelessly connecting your laptop to your TV. Stop crowding around a laptop screen, with IntelWireless Display, you can sit back and experience your favorite videos, photos, movies, online TV shows, and more, all with great image clarity up to 1080p. Simply connect an adapter (sold separately) to your compatible TV and follow a few simple steps. Set it up once, and sharing your screen is as easy as pie9.
A better computer deserves better support
We back our computers with industry-leading support that is distinguished by such features as:
- In-home service13-that's right, when possible we'll come out to your house to resolve your issue
- International service20 available in over 40 countries
- 24/7 phone and chat support8
- Parts and labor are covered as part of the standard limited warranty on covered repairs
- Online support website with access to drivers, software updates, FAQs, user forums and more
- Optional Sony extended service plans27 that keep you covered up to 4 years from the date of your PC purchase
Life at your fingertips
Find a new appreciation for your music and photos with Media Gallery software. Not only can it automatically create unique song playlists 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 also makes it easy to create slideshows with high-quality transitions and soundtracks from your personal music library.
PMB VAIO Edition
PMB (Picture Motion Browser) makes managing your photos and home videos as easy as taking them. Conditions aren't always ideal for capturing the perfect video or snapshot but with one-click effects, like video stabilization and red-eye removal, PMB VAIO Edition makes it easy to transform so-so shots into memorable masterpieces. Using the magic of Sony's intelligent analysis technologies, PMB eliminates the clutter and automatically organizes content by person, place and date. Intuitive navigation features like face detection make it simple to do just that.
PC tune-ups and maintenance made easy
Sony has designed an easy-to-use tool that lets you tune up, update and troubleshoot your VAIOPC with just a few clicks. With just a few clicks, VAIO Care software lets you:
- Tune-up your VAIOPC to help keep it running its best for the long haul
- Check for and install recent updates from Sony and Microsoft to keep your VAIOPC up to date
- Identify and troubleshoot issues on your own
- Create recovery discs (media sold separately) to back up your system software and settings
- Connect with Sony phone, chat or online support when you need to talk with a Sony expert8
VAIO Gate
VAIO Gate offers fast and easy access to favorite multimedia programs and entertainment. This gateway is always there as a visually attractive bar at the top of your desktop and keeps track of your most popular programs and media.
- Fully integrated onto your desktop for quick access with large icons
- 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
- RSS feed enables web recommendations and links
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 HDMIoutput 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.
Video chat
A built-in web camera offers you the opportunity to be seen clearly in video chats with your friends. This web camera also offers a includes face tracking technology that allows the camera to automatically adjust and keep you in focus as you move about.
Processor
Processor Type: IntelCore i5-2450M
Processor Technology: Dual Core
Processor Speed: 2.50GHz1 with IntelTurbo Boost Technology up to 3.10GHz
Processor Cache: 3MB
Software
Operating System: Genuine Windows7 Professional with Service Pack 1 64-bit
Supplied Software: Microsoft Office Starter with reduced-functionality versions of Word and Excel , VAIO Care, Media Gallery, PMB - VAIO Edition
Anti-Virus Software: Norton Internet Security 2012 30-Day Trial Offer
Display
Screen Size: 15.5 inch
Resolution: 1366 x 768
Backlight Technology: LED
Memory
Installed Memory: 4GB (4GB x 1)
Memory Type/Speed: DDR3/1333MHz
Max. Memory: 8GB
Graphics
Graphics Processor: Intel HD Graphics 3000
Graphics Video RAM: Internal6
Storage
Storage Type: Serial ATA
Storage Capacity: 640GB4
Storage Technology: 5400rpm
Optical Drive
Optical Drive Type: CD/DVD Player / Burner
Optical Drive Support - CD/DVD: Read / Write
Hardware
Camera: Built-in web camera and microphone
Keyboard: QWERTY, 103 keys with 2.0mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
10-Key Numeric Pad: Yes
Audio
Sound System: Intel High Definition Audio
Inputs and Outputs
DC-In: 1
USB 2.0: 4
VGA Output(s): 1
Headphone Output: 1
Microphone Input: 1
Secure Digital (SD) Slot: 1
Memory Stick Duo: 1
HDMIOutput(s): 1
Wireless/Networking
Ethernet Protocol: 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
WiFi Adapter: Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1000
WiDi Ready: Yes - Intel Wireless Display Technology
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year
Onsite/In-Home Service: Yes
International Service: Yes
Toll-Free Phone Support: 888-476-69728
Priority Phone Support: 239-768-76058
Environmental Information
ENERGY STAR: 5.0
ROHS: Compliant
EPEAT: Gold
General
Action Buttons: VAIO, ASSIST, WEB, Wireless On/Off
Pointing Device: Touchpad (Gesture supported)
Power
Battery Type: Standard Lithium Ion Battery (4000mAh)
Default Brightness: Up to 5 hours10
DVD Playback: Up to 3 hours and 30 minutes10
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.): 14.56 inch (W) x 1.24 inch - 1.45inch (H) x 9.78inch (D)
Weight (Approx.): 5.97 lbs. (with Standard Battery)
