Sony PCG-F480K Primary User Manual

Model

PCG-F480K

Processor

Intel®Pentium®III processor 600 MHz

featuring Intel®SpeedStep™ technology

Cache Memory

256 KB integrated on-die level 2

Bus Architecture

PCI

LCD

15.0" XGA active matrix LCD (1024 x 768)

Graphics

NeoMagic MagicMedia™ 256AV with

2.5 MB VRAM, 128-bit accelerator and MPEG playback acceleration

Digital Audio

Hardware MIDI 3D surround

MPEG

MPEG1 and MPEG2 digital video Supports full screen playback

Standard RAM

64 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB

Hard Drive

12.0 GB3fixed

DVD-ROM Drive

4X max. fixed DVD-ROM drive with

DVD movie playback capability

Floppy Disk Drive

Removable 1.44 MB,

3.5" internal operation Floppy disk drive bay also supports second

rechargeable battery when floppy drive is removed

Modem

Integrated V.90 56K4modem

Keyboard

19mm key pitch 3mm stroke

Pointing Device

Digital touch pad with scrolling function

Speaker

Built-in stereo speakers

Microphone

Built-in (mono)

Battery

Lithium-Ion battery Supports dual battery operation

Battery Life

2.0–3.0 hours with one battery

4.0–6.0 hours with optional second battery

PC Card Slots

Supports two type II cards or one type III card CardBus support

Infrared

Supports 4 Mbps, 1.1 Mbps and 115 kbps IrDA standard

Other Interface

Serial port, printer port, VGA monitor, PS/2®keyboard/

mouse, USB(2), RJ-11 phone jack, i.LINK

(IEEE 1394)

S400

interface, mic-in, headphone, port replicator

Power Requirements

49.5 Watts maximum (19.5V DC / AC100-240V)

Power Management

Energy Star compliant Advanced power management - ACPI compatible

Size (H x W x D)

2.1" X 12.8" X 10.5"

Weight

7.3 lbs. (with weight saver in floppy drive bay)

7.7 lbs. (with floppy drive in floppy drive bay)

Supplied Accessories

Rechargeable battery, AC adapter, weight saver

and video cable

Optional Accessories

Additional battery (PCGA-BP71) Network port replicator (PCGA-PRF1A) Carrying case (PCGA-CCF) Additional AC adapter (PCGA-ACX1)

Service

One year limited Express Service

Limited Warranty

One year parts and labor (90 days without registration)

Telephone Support

Hardware: One year

Software and operating system: 90 days

INCLUDED SOFTWARE Operating System

Microsoft®Windows®2000 Professional

Software Applications

Adobe Acrobat®Reader Intuit

Quicken®2000 Basic

Sony Media Bar™

Tool Center

Sony BatteryScope Sony Notebook Setup Sony PowerPanel Sony VAIO Action Setup Sony Application Recovery CD System Recovery CD

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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 any specific 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 option 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 able to assist you and may make recommendations, they are NOT 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. Some pre-installed software titles may not include full documentation. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display.

©2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK and VAIO are registered trademarks and 3MAX+, DVgate, Media Bar and PictureGear are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and Intel SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency. The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate.

Printed in U.S.A. 01/00

SPECIFICATIONS

• Intel®Pentium®III processor 600 MHz

featuring Intel®SpeedStep™technology

• 64 MB SDRAM (expandable to 256 MB max.)

• 12.0 GB

hard drive

•15.0" XGA (1024 x 768) TFT screen

• High-capacity Lithium-Ion battery, dual battery capability

• 7.3 lbs. light (with weight saver in floppy drive bay), 2.1" thin

• All-in-one design with floppy drive, hard drive and DVD-ROM drive

• 4X max. DVD-ROM drive with DVD movie playback capability

• NTSC video out

• Integrated V.90 56K

modem

• Three Programmable Power Keys (PPK) for easy access to key applications such as the Internet and email

• 256-bit graphics chip

• Built-in stereo speakers

MAX

MAX Screen: 15.0" XGA TFT

MAX

MAX Battery: 2X battery life

MAX

MAX Mobility: Approx. 7 lbs.

light,

about 2" thin

PLUS:

• All-in-one design

*using optional second battery in floppy drive bay **with weight saver in floppy drive bay

Sony VAIO®Notebook

PCG-F480K

FEATURES

1 MHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application

performance. 2 The processor may be reduced to a lower operating speed when operating on battery power. 3 GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity

may vary. 4 Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53kbps are the maximum permissible transmit power

levels during download transmissions. Actual data speeds will vary depending on line

conditions. 5 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may var y on usage. 6 i.LINK (IEEE1394) port is not currently supported by Microsoft®Windows 2000. 7 Certain restrictions apply to Express Repair Service. 8 From date of purchase upon registration.