Sony VAIO VGN-AR660U Specifications
VGN-AR660U
VAIO®
AR Digital Studio
® Notebook PC
MULTIMEDIA POWERHOUSE
Spacious 17” widescreen display and full-sized keyboard.
Media management software suite provides the tools needed
to manage music, movies and photos.
Watch and record analog and digital TV, including premium
and over-
the
-air HD content
HDMI™ connector provides single-cable HD connectivity to a
compatible HDTV or A/V receiver
POWERFUL PERFORMANCE
Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology and superpowerful Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor T7500 (2.2GHz )
Roomy 320GB
hard drive and 2GB RAM.
Microsoft® Windows Vista® Ultimate is the most complete
edition of Windows Vista®, with an array of advanced
technologies.
SUPERIOR TECHNOLOGIES
802.11n offers a massive boost in speed and considerably
more range than 802.11a/b/g
.
Built
-in 1.3 megapixel camera and microphone let you
participate in video chats and conferencing
Enjoy brilliant colors and stunning clarity while conserving
power with XBRITE-
HiColor
™ LCD technology.
The VAIO® AR660 notebook is a 1080 HD multimedia
powerhouse with DVR capabilities that let you watch
and record TV on its 17” widescreen display with XBRITE
HiColor™ LCD technology. Backed by Intel® Centrino®
Duo processor technology and Intel Core™ 2 Duo
processor, this super-powerful notebook is the ultimate
desktop replacement.
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Last Updated: 12/26/2007
VGN-AR660U
VAIO®
AR Digital Studio
® Notebook PC
Specifications
General
Computer Type: Notebook
Type of Use: Desktop Replacement
Action Buttons:
S1, S2, AV Mode, Volume, Mute,
Eject, Play/Pause/Stop, Wireless LAN On/Off, FF
and Rewind
Hardware
Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad
Keyboard: QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke
and 19.05mm pitch
Camera: Built-in 1.3 megapixel MOTION EYE®
camera and microphone
Processor
Type:
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7500
Speed: 2.2GHz
Front Side Bus Speed:
800MHz
L2 Cache:
4MB Advanced Smart Cache
Technology: Intel® Centrino® Duo processor
technology
Memory
Type:
DDR2 SDRAM
Installed: 2GB (1GBx2) PC2-5300
Maximum: 4GB
Speed:
667MHZ
Hard Drive
Capacity: 320GB (160GB x2)
Speed: 5400rpm
Interface:
Serial ATA
Optical Drive #1
DVD+R DL Write:
4x max.
DVD+R Write:
8x max.
DVD+RW Write: 8x max.
DVD-
R Write:
8x max.
DVD-RW Write: 6x max.
CD-
R Write:
24x max.
CD-RW Write: 16x max.
DVD±RW:
Yes
CD Read: 24x max.
DVD Read: 8x max.
DVD-
RAM Write:
5x max.
DVD-
R DL Write:
4x max.
DVD-
RAM Read:
5x max.
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader: Supports Memory
Stick® and Memory Stick Duo™ media with
MagicGate® functionality and Secure Digital
Media (SD)
One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with
CardBus support
One ExpressCard
® /54 Slot
Audio
Sound System: Sony® Sound Reality™ - Audio
Enhancer
Display
Screen or Display Technology:
WXGA+
Screen Size:
17"
Resolution:
1440x900
XBRITE-HiColor™ Technology:
Yes
Graphics
Processor:
NVIDIA®
GeForce
® 8400M GT Graphics
Processing Unit
Video RAM: 256MB Dedicated Video Memory
Interface:
VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor, HDMI
out and S-Video out
TV Tuner:
Yes
- ATI TV Wonder™ Digital Cable
Tuner (NTSC and ATSC Support)
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Inputs and Outputs
Ethernet Port:
1
HDMI™
Connection Output(s):
1
Headphone Jack: 1
i.LINK® Interface:
1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE
1394)
Modem Jack: 1
Microphone Input:
1
S-
Video Output(s):
1
USB Port(s): 3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
DC-
In:
1
S/PDIF Output(s):
1
Networking/Modem
Ethernet Protocol:
Fast Ethernet (RJ
-45)
Ethernet Speed:
10Base-T/100Base-
TX/1000Base-T
Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem with
(RJ
-11)
Wireless LAN:
Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965AGN
Network Connection (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth
® Technology: Integrated Bluetooth®
Technology
Power
Battery Type:
Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPS9/B)
Estimated Battery Life:
1.5 to 3.5 hours with
standard battery
Power Requirements:
150W=10%
Software
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows Vista®
Ultimate
Internet Services:
AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New
Users Only
Supplied Software: Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home
and Student 2007
Sony® Original Software: Click to DVD® - DVD
Creation, LocationFree® Player
*Please access VAIO® Help and Support from
your PC for a complete list of software
applications and trials.
Security and Anti
-Virus Software: Norton 360™ All-
In-
One Security 60
-day Trial
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty
. See
actual warraty for details.
Telephone Support:
1 year toll-
free technical
telephone assistance, available 24/7
See actual warranty for details.
Online and Email Support: Support available
from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Dimensions
Weight: 8.3 lbs. with standard battery
Measurements:
16.4"(W) x 1.32"(H) x 11.8"(D)
Supplied Accessories
ATI TV Wonder™ Digital Cable Tuner
Remote Control/IR Receiver
Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS9A/B)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPL9A/B)
Additional AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL9)
Universal Carrying Case (VGP-
AMB1)
Notebook Roller Case (VGP-
AMB6)
Neoprene Notebook and AC Adapter Case
(VGP-AMC2)
USB Laser Mouse (VGP
-UMS55/B)
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17
17
Wireless Presentation Mouse (VGP-WMS50A)
All-in-one 2.1 Channel Speaker (VGP-SP100)
USB FloppyDrive (VGP-
UFD1)
Color: Black
UPC Code: 027242725195
1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may
affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under
certain operating conditions.
2. GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity.
Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of hard disk space is
reserved as a recovery partition.
3. Requires a compatible 802.11n access point. Some functionality may
require Internet services, which may require a fee.
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
5. Supports Memory Stick PRO™
high-capacity media tested up to 8GB.
6. 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.
7. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage
patterns, battery and environmental conditions.
8. Viewable area measured diagonally.
9. See actual limited warranty for details. For a copy of Sony’s warranty,
please visit www.sony.com/pcsupport, call toll-free 888-476-6972
(888-4SONYPC), or write to Sony Electronics, 12451 Gateway
Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.
10. Use of this Bluetooth enabled product with other devices may vary as
not all Bluetooth devices are compatible.
11. For certain third party software applications, Sony provides first level
Phone Support. Additional telephone support may be available from
the applicable 3rd party vendor. Availability and schedule for any
such support is determined by the applicable software vendor.
12. Broadband connection is required along with third party services
which may require a subscription fee and other service fees.
13. 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2007 -
This trial software will
work only for 60 days after you first use it. You will not be able to use
the software if you do not activate it as described the first time you use
the software. You can activate the software by Internet: Internet
service charges may apply. If you want to keep using the software
after the 60-day trial period, you must convert to the perpetual
version. You can convert online by following the conversion
instructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.
14. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Microsoft®
Windows Vista® classification of graphics memory, which is the total of
Dedicated Video Memory, System Video memory and Shared
System Memory. Shared System Memory vaires depending on the
operating condition and system memory size.
15. Non-metric measures are approximate and may vary.
16. A portion of the system memory over 3GB available to the operating
system.
17. non-metric measures are approximate and may vary.
18. The digital TV tuner supports a CableCARD
™ removable security
module. Contact your cable operator to receive a CableCARD
compatible with your operator’s network (additional charges may
apply). Not all functions that are available when using a set-top box
provided by your cable operator will be supported by CableCARD
(e.g., video-on-demand and pay-per-view functionality may not be
supported). Premium HDTV programming requires additional
subscription fee.
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 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 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
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. 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
efficiency. Features and specifications are subject to change without
notice. Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials
may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).
© 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or
in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, XBRITE
HiColor, i.LINK, Sound Reality, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo,
MagicGate, LocationFree and, Click to DVD are trademarks of Sony.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Intel Centrino and Core are
trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S and other countries. HDMI is a
trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of
their respective owners.
Printed in U.S.A. 08/07.
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