Sony BX540-BTO User Manual

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ADAPTIVEPLUS™ TECHNOLOGIES FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

AdaptivePlus™ technologies combine ﬂ exibilty, mobility, security and communications that are designed to

help businesses compete, produce, and grow, giving businesses the necessary tools for success.

FLEXIBILITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

The VAIO® BX Series Notebook features the unique and powerful Multi-Function Bay, enabling simple

swapping out of powerful peripherals such as a DVD±RW Double Layer Bay Unit5, CD-RW/DVD-ROM

Drive Bay Unit, 80GB9 HDD Bay Unit (5400rpm SATA), Weight Saver Bay Unit, and an HDD Adapter

Bay Unit. Each of these optional peripherals is compatible with all three size conﬁ gurations of the BX

Series Notebook, making efﬁ cient resource allocation across your team a logical and natural part of your

technology management.

BX Series Notebook PC

MOBILITY AND COMMUNICATION FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

The VAIO® BX Series Notebooks are designed with mobility in mind. Integrated Bluetooth® technology

and optional Intel® Centrino™ Mobile Technology means all BX Series Notebooks feature integrated

802.11b/g wireless LAN2, and efﬁ cient power and application management, which provide extended

battery life6 when you’re on the go. VAIO® BX Series Notebooks also offer communication technology

to keep you wirelessly connected, networked and conferenced in. With Gigabit Ethernet, optional

Bluetooth® headset, and an optional built-in camera for real-time video conferencing (video conferencing

software needs to be obtained separately)16, you can communicate in whatever style makes you the most

productive.

The VGN-BX540B offers integrated Wireless Wide Area Network (WAN)17 for access to the Cingular

Wireless National EDGE Network using SmartWi™ technology. Sony’s SmartWi™ technology (the

mergence of wireless WAN17, wireless LAN2 and Bluetooth®3 technologies) enables seamless, automatic

toggling between connectivity modes.

The Sony VAIO BX Series Notebook has been tested in accordance with criteria set by Cisco and is

compatible with Cisco’s Aironet 1200AG Series Access Point platform and Cisco’s Access Control Server

v3.3.

SECURITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

Security is a top priority with the VAIO® BX Series Notebook. All BX Series Notebooks feature an

integrated biometrics ﬁ ngerprint sensor, delivering personal security and the IT cost-savings and

convenience of not having to remember your passwords. The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip is

compliant with TCG v1.1b, enabling companies to set the level of security on a speciﬁ c client/user basis.

Data can be encrypted over the local network, within the system, and over the Internet, giving you the

ability with a single platform to dial in the speciﬁ c level of client security required.

Flexibility, mobility, security, superior communications functionality and VAIO® Care full-service

support. The VAIO® BX Series Notebook makes productivity truly scalable, enabling you to

empower your business with Sony technology. With your choice of screen sizes featuring

XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology, swappable optional peripherals, leading-edge security

components, and powerful communication options, the BX Notebook enables businesses to

better manage resources, equip employees, and maximize value.

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BX Series Notebook PC

Hardware

Processor (Conﬁ gurable)

Intel® Pentium® M Processor 740 (1.73GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Pentium® M Processor 760 (2.00GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Intel

Pentium® M Processor 780 (2.26GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Intel

Front Side Bus

533MHz

Chipset

915GM

Intel

LCD10

14.1” XGA(1024x768) XBRITE-ECO™ Technology

Hard Drive (Conﬁ gurable)

(5400RPM) SATA, 9.5mm Height

40GB

(5400RPM) SATA, 9.5mm Height

60GB

(5400RPM) SATA, 9.5mm Height

80GB

(5400RPM) SATA, 9.5mm Height

100GB

Memory (Conﬁ gurable)

512MB (256MB/DDR2/533/SO-DIMMx2) 512MB (512MB/DDR2/533/SO-DIMMx1) 1GB (512MB/DDR2/533/SO-DIMMx2) (Expandable to 2GB - On-board memory conﬁ gured at time of purchase)

Graphics

915GM Integrated 128MB dynamically allocated shared video memory

Intel

915GM)

(Intel

Graphics Interface

VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor

Optical Drive (Conﬁ gurable)

DVD±RW

DL/CD-RW Multi-Bay Unit DVD+R Write (8x MAX), DVD+R DL Write (4x MAX), DVD+RW (8x MAX) DVD-R Write (8x MAX), DVD-RW (6x MAX) CD-R Write (24x MAX), CD-RW Write (24x MAX) CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive Multi-Bay Unit CD-R Write (24x MAX), CD-RW Write (24x MAX) None

Modem

Integrated V.90 Modem with RJ-11 interface

Audio

Windows Built-in stereo speakers

Audio Interface

sound system compatible,

Monaural mini microphone jack Headphone jack

Media Slots

Supports optional Memory Stick media

PC Card Slot

One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support

Other Interfaces

connector (IEEE 1394)8, 3 USB 2.0 ports, docking station connector

i.LINK

Pointing Devices

Electro-Static touch pad and Pointing Stick

Keyboard

QWERTY, 85 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch

, Memory Stick Duo™ media7 and Secure Digital (SD)

Action Buttons

Power On, S1, S2, Wireless LAN On/Off, Mute, Camera Off (if conﬁ gured with optional camera)

Power Requirements

105W+10%

Battery (Conﬁ gurable)

Standard 6 cell Battery (VGP-BPS4)

Estimated Battery Life

2.0 – 3.0 hours

Communication

Intel Fast Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Integrated Bluetooth Optional Motion Eye

Security

PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection (802.11b/g)2 Mini-PCI

®3

ver 2.0 Technology

0.3M Built In Camera for video conferencing16

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver 1.1b Compliant with Wave Software Biometric Fingerprint Sensor with Protector Suite QL Software

Cisco™ V3 Compatibility

The Sony VAIO BX Series Notebook has been tested in accordance with test criteria set by Cisco and is compatible with Cisco’s Aironet 1200AG Series Access Point platform and Cisco’s Access Control Server v3.3

Weight

5.07lbs.

Size (W x H x D)

12.5”(W) x 1.32”-1.34”(H) x 10.4”(D)

Color

Silver Casing (Magnesium Casing)

Supplied Accessories

Standard Lithium-Ion Battery (VGP-BPS4) AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10) Power Cord System Recovery Disc

Optional Accessories

Multi-Function Docking Station with battery charger (VGP-PRBX1)

AC Adapter included (VGP-AC19V9) Docking Station I/O: Multi-Function Bay Battery Charger Serial Port Hi Speed USB (USB 2.0) Ports x 4 Security Lock and Lock/Unlock Switch Printer Port Monitor (VGA) Port Monitor (DVI-D) Port Fast Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Additional Standard Battery (VGP-BPS4) Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL4) AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10) DVD+R Double Layer/DVD±RW

Multi-Bay unit (VGP-DRWBX1) CD-RW/DVD-ROM Multi-Bay unit (VGP-CRWBX1) HDD Adapter Multi-Bay unit (VGP-HDABX1) Compatible with PATA 2.5” 9.5mm Height

SATA 5400RPM 9.5mm Height HDD Multi-Bay unit (VGP-HDBX08)

80GB

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Standard Software

Operating System

Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional with Service Pack 2

Supplied Software

Click to DVD™ - DVD Creation (DVD+R Double Layer/DVD±RW5 only) InterVideo WinDVD Roxio Microsoft Microsoft

Anti-Virus and Recovery Software

Norton VAIO Help and Support VAIO Support Central

Service and Warranty

Limited Warranty

1 Year Limited Warranty13 with Onsite Service

Telephone Support

1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, 24-hours, 7-days-a-week11 1-888-476-6972

Online and Email Support

Support available from http://www.sony.com/pcsupport

BX Series Notebook PC

DigitalMedia SE (DVD+R Double Layer/DVD±RW5 only)

Works® 8.0

Ofﬁ ce Small Business Edition (60-Day Trial)

Internet Security 2005 90-Day Introductory Subscription

GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance.

CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions.

Requires 802.11b or 802.11g compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet

services, which may require a fee.

Interoperability among Bluetooth® devices varies.

Non-metric weights and measures are approximate with standard battery and weight saver.

DVD media/formats are not universally compatible.

Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage and conﬁ guration options selected.

Supports Memory Stick® and Memory Stick Duo™ without adaptor.

i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector.

All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other.

GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary.

Viewable area measured diagonally.

For certain third party software applications, Sony provides ﬁ rst level Phone support. Additional telephone support may be available from the applicable third party vendor. Availability and schedule for any such support is determined by the applicable software vendor.

ATI Mobility Radeon XYZ model with 128MB Dedicated Memory; with HyperMemory™ supporting up to 256MB dynamically shared RAM video memory.

When available, Sony will provide Onsite Service in fulﬁ llment of its limited warranty obligations. Any such services are subject to the terms and conditions of the limited warranty. See actual Limited Warranty for details. Onsite Service will be provided via third-party technician to be dispatched as needed following phone-based troubleshooting. Some repairs may be accomplished with self repair kits. Onsite Service may not be available in all locations.

Sony VAIO® Professional BX Series has tested compatible with the Cisco Aironet Access Point 1200 Series and the Cisco Access Control Server v3.3. Cisco Compatible signiﬁ es that Sony’s product has undergone interoperability testing by Sony, together with Cisco and a third-party test house, based on testing criteria set by Cisco. Sony is solely responsible for the support and warranty of its product. Cisco makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to Sony’s product or its interoperation with the listed Cisco product and disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or ﬁ tness for a particular use, or against infringement.

The Microsoft Ofﬁ ce 2003 60-day trial software is intended for evaluation purposes only. This trial software is installed on your system and you must activate the software before you can use it. Product activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the software; activation requires Internet access. This software has an expiration date of 60 days from date of ﬁ rst use, at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations.

A broadband connection is required along with third party services which may require a subscription fee and other service fees.

Subscription with Cingular Wireless required. See www.sony.com/cingular for complete offer details, price plans, service terms and conditions, and coverage map. Call 1-888-739-VAIO (8246) for service activation.

Computer interface: The computer industry lacks standards and, therefore, there are a multitude of varying software packages and add-on hardware options. This personal computer is not manufactured to operate any speciﬁ c 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 in this document. Sony hereby disclaims any representations or warranty that this product is compatible with any combination of products you may choose to connect. While Sony representatives or Sony authorized dealers may be 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 Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display. Pre-installed software may not be identical to retail versions or have all documentation. This product meets the standards of the international Energy Star Program for energy efﬁ ciency. Features and speciﬁ cations are subject to change without notice.

© 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, “like.no.other,” AdaptivePlus, Click to DVD, SonicStage, DVgate Plus, i.Link, MOTION EYE, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO, VAIO Media, SmartWi and XBRITE are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks, and Centrino is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Cisco, Cisco Systems, the Cisco Systems logo, and the Cisco Square Bridge logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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