Broaden your entertainment horizons with the VAIO FW notebook featuring an extra-wide 16.4" XBRITE-ECO LCD display. Great for watching widescreen movies or viewing two websites side-by-side, this entertainment powerhouse is inspired by theater screens, born from Sony HD expertise and powered by Intel Centrino processor technology.
Powerful PC Performace : Intel Core 2 Duo T5800 processor (2.0GHz1) with Intel Centrino processor technology. The VAIO FW notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit. Built-in Wireless-N technology offers a boost in wireless connection speed and range.
Inspired by Theater Screens. Born from Sony HD Technology. : Fall in love with your favorite movies all over again with an extra-wide, theater inspired 16.4" display (1600x900 resolution) using energy-efficient XBRITE-ECO LCD technology. The 16:9 aspect ratio ensures that you won't miss an inch of the original picture from your favorite movie while also providing valuable extra workspace. Compare two documents or websites side-by-side without the hassle of having to tab back and forth. 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).
Endless Features : Store your favorite multimedia, important documents, and cherished family photos on the roomy 320GB2 Serial ATA hard disk drive. The VAIO FW notebook, designed with dedicated AV Controls, makes navigating through your favorite multimedia quick and easy. Whether it's for YouTube a class project or for sharing with friends and family, editing digital video captured by your Sony Handycam is quick and easy with VAIO Movie Story software. You choose the supplied template and professional-looking cutaways, cross-fades and soundtrack syncing are automatically done for you. Stay connected to colleagues, friends and family with real-time video conferencing using the integrated MOTION EYE camera and microphone.
Features:
- Sony VAIO FW Series Notebook (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5800 (2.00GHz)
- 4GB (2GBx2/DDR2/800MHz)
- 320GB/2.5/5400/SATA
- 16.4" XBRITE-ECO (1600 x 900) / 16:9 Aspect Ratio
- Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD Approx. 1340MB (max.) [Total Available Graphics Memory]
- DVD+/-R Double Layer/DVD+/-RW Drive
- Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/b/g/n) Integrated Bluetooth Technology
- Built in 1.3MP MOTION EYE Camera and Microphone
- Genuine Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64 Bit)
- Titanium Gray
Specifications:
Hardware
Camera | : | Built-in 1.3 megapixel MOTION EYE camera and microphone |
Keyboard | : | QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.0mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch |
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term | : | 1 year limited warranty. See actual warranty for details. |
Telephone Support | : | 1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/7. |
Audio
Sound System | : | Dolby Sound Room Audio |
Inputs and Outputs
DC-In | : | 1 |
Ethernet Connection(s) | : | 1 |
Headphone Output(s) | : | 1 |
i.LINK Connection | : | 1 (4pin) i.LINKconnector (IEEE 1394) |
Microphone Input | : | 1 |
Modem Jack | : | 1 |
USB Port(s) | : | 3 (2.0 compliant) |
VGA Output(s) | : | 1 |
HDMI Output | : | 1 |
Display
Resolution | : | 1600 x 900 |
Screen Size | : | 16.4" |
XBRITE-ECO Technology | : | Yes |
General
Action Buttons | : | S1, DVD Play, A/V Mode, Volume - / +, Play / Pause / Stop, WLAN / Bluetooth on / off |
Computer Type | : | Notebook |
Pointing Device | : | Electro-static touch pad |
Type of Use | : | Portable |
Environmental Information
RoHS | : | Compliant For more information: www.sony.com/vaioeco |
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.) | : | 15.1"(W) x 1.14-1.46"(H) x 10.3"(D) |
Weight (Approx.) | : | 6.4 lbs (with standard capacity battery) |
Graphics
Chipset | : | Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset |
Interface | : | HDMI and VGA out with Smart Display Sensor |
Processor | : | Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD with Intel Clear Video Technology Total Available Graphics Memory: 1750MB (max.) |
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 |
Memory
Installed | : | 4GB PC2-6400 (2GBx2) |
Maximum | : | 8GB |
Speed | : | 800MHz |
Type | : | DDR2 SDRAM |
Power
Battery Type | : | Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS13/S) |
Estimated Battery Life | : | 2.5 to 5.5 hours Standard Capacity Battery 3.5 to 8.0 hours Large Capacity Battery |
Power Requirements | : | 86W + 10% |
Software
Anti-Virus and Recovery Software | : | Microsoft Windows Live OneCare Trial Version |
Internet Services | : | AOL 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New Users Only |
Operating System | : | Genuine Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit |
Supplied Software | : | Microsoft Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 |
The VAIO Software Experience | : | 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. |
Regulation and Standard Compliance
ENERGY STAR compliant | : | 4.0 |
Networking/Modem
Bluetooth Technology | : | Integrated Stereo A2DP BluetoothTechnology (2.1 + EDR) |
Ethernet Protocol | : | 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T (Gigabit) |
Ethernet Speed | : | Fast Ethernet (RJ-45) |
Modem Type | : | Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11) |
Wireless LAN | : | Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/b/g/n) |
Hard Drive
Interface | : | Serial ATA |
Speed | : | 5400rpm |
Capacity | : | 320GB |
Optical Drive #1
CD Read | : | 24x max. |
CD-R Write | : | 24x max. |
CD-RW Write | : | 24x max. |
DVD Read | : | 8x max. |
DVD+R DL Write | : | 6x max. |
DVD+R Write | : | 8x max. |
DVD+RW Write | : | 8x max. |
DVD-R DL Write | : | 6x max. |
DVD-R Write | : | 8x max. |
DVD-RAM Read | : | 5x max. |
DVD-RAM Write | : | 5x max. |
DVD-RW Write | : | 6x max. |
DVD+/-RW | : | Yes (DVD+/-R DL/DVD+/-RW/RAM) |
Processor
Front Side Bus Speed | : | 800MHz |
L2 Cache | : | 2MB |
Speed | : | 2.0GHz |
Technology | : | Intel Centrino processor technology |
Type | : | Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5800 |