Maximum performance and amazing HD entertainment on a top-notch 16.4? widescreen laptop with a backlit keyboard and integrated number pad. With quad core Intel Core i7 processor, dedicated NVIDIA GeForce graphics, and a Blu-ray Disc drive , experience intense gaming, the ultimate in smart performance and a razor-sharp picture.
Dedicated Graphics
An NVIDIA GeForce dedicated graphics card allows you to experience the power of high-definition graphics processing. Experience intense gaming action with spectacular performance with the NVIDIA GeForce 425 with 1GB dedicated with Direct X support for today?s latest video games.
Watch Blu-ray Disc movies
The versatile BD-ROM drive on the VAIO F laptop 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.
Comfortable backlit keyboard
The spacing between the keys is precisely engineered to create a comfortable and intuitive typing experience with a user-friendly touch and feel. Plus you have an integrated numeric key pad ideal for fast and accurate entry of numeric data with just one hand. And to make it even easier for your fingers to find the right keys?whether typing day or night, in the dark or light?the backlight creates a pleasant glow framing the individual keys and letters. The Ambient Light Sensor automatically controls the backlit keyboard and the LCD brightness.
-Quad Core Intel Core i7 processor (1.73GHz) with Turbo Boost Technology (2.93GHz)
-Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
-16.4" (1600x900) widescreen display
-4GB of RAM & 500GB Serial ATA HDD
-Blu-ray Disc ROM drive
-NVIDIA GeForce GT 425M (1GB) graphics
-Quad Core Intel Core i7 processor the ultimate in smart performance
-Windows 7 Home Premium
-NVIDIA GeForce GT 425M (1GB) delivers responsive game play
-Connect your VAIO PC to a PS3 with Remote Play
-Stunning clarity with a FullHD 1080p widescreen LCD
-Enjoy the crystal clear clarity of Blu-ray Disc movies
-USB 3.0 ports allow for speedy transfer of video to your hard drive
-Massive 500GB hard drive provides ample storage
-Backlit keyboard with number pad ideal for low light usage
-Press VAIO button to enjoy your media in a whole new way with Media Gallery software
-Maintain and troubleshoot PC issues with VAIO Care software just push ASSIST
-A/V control buttons let you play, pause, stop and move from track to track with ease
-Effortlessly connect your PC to your compatible HDTV via HDMI output (cable sold separately)
-Built-in camera with face-tracking technology and microphone for video chats
-Cordless connection of compatible devices to your PC with Bluetooth technology
-Riveting surround sound with Dolby Home Theatre v3 on any set of PC speakers or headphones
-Microsoft Office Starter 2010 preloaded with reduced?functionality versions of Word and Excel
-Easily connect to your wireless network with built in Wi-Fi
Audio
- Sound System: Intel High Definition Audio with Dolby Home Theater Technology
Display
- Back Light Technology: CCFL
- Resolution: 1600 x 900
- Screen Size: 16.4"
Environmental Information
- ENERGY STAR: 5.0
- EPEAT: Silver
- ROHS: Compliant
General
- Action Buttons: VAIO, ASSIST, Wireless On/Off, S1, Display Off, Play / Pause / Stop
- Pointing Device: Electrostatic Touchpad (Multi-Finger)
Graphics
- Processor: NVIDIA GeForce GT 425M
- Video RAM: 1GB dedicated
Hard Drive
- Capacity: 500GB
- Type: HDD
Hardware
- 10-Key Numeric Pad: Yes
- Backlit Keyboard: Yes
- Camera: Built-in MOTION EYE camera and microphone
- Keyboard: QWERTY, 103 keys with 2.0mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
Inputs and Outputs
- DC-In: 1
- Express Card/34 Slot: 1
- HDMI Output(s): 1
- Headphone Jack: 1
- Memory Stick Media Slot: 1
- Microphone Input: 1
- Secure Digital (SD) Slot: 1
- USB 2.0: 1
- USB 3.0: 2
- VGA Output(s): 1
- e-SATA: 1
Memory
- Installed: 4GB (2GBx2)
- Type/Speed: DDR3-1333MHz
- Maximum: 8GB
Optical Drive
- BD-R DL Read: 2.2x max
- BD-R Read: 4x max
- BD-RE DL Read: 2.2x max
- BD-RE Read: 4x max
- BD-ROM Read: 4x max
- Blu-ray Disc Support: Read Only (BD-ROM)
- CD Support: Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)
- DVD Support: Read / Write (DVD?R/?RW/?R DL/-RAM)
- Type: Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive
Power
- Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery
- DVD Playback: 1.5 hours
- Default Brightness: 2.5 hours
- Maximum Brightness: 2.0 hours
Processor
- Cache: 6MB
- Speed: 1.73GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.93GHz
- Technology: Quad Core
- Type: Intel Core i7-740QM
Service and Warranty Information
- Onsite/In-Home Service: Yes
- International Service: Yes
- Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Limited Warranty. See actual warranty for details.
Software
- Operating System: Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
- Anti-Virus Software: Norton Internet Security 2011 30-Day Trial Offer
- Supplied Software: Microsoft Office Starter with reduced-functionality versions of Word and Excel, VAIO Care, Media Gallery, PMB - VAIO Edition
Start-up Times
- Average Boot Time: 60 seconds
- Average Resume Time from Suspend: 2 seconds
