Sony VGN-A600, VGN-A600P User Manual

Model

VGN-A600/A600P CTO

HARDWARE

Processor (Configurable)

Intel

Pentium®M Processor 770

(2.13GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Intel®Pentium®M Processor 760

(2GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Intel®Pentium®M Processor 750

(1.86GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Intel®Pentium®M Processor 740

(1.73GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Intel®Pentium®M Processor 730

(1.60GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Intel®Celeron®Processor 360

(1.40GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Front Side Bus Speed

533MHz

Chipset

Intel

915PM

Bluetooth

(Configurable)

Bluetooth

technology9or none

Integrated Wireless LAN (Configurable)

Intel®PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection (802.11a/b/g)

Intel

PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network

Connection (802.11b/g)

LCD (Configurable)

17” WUXGA (1920x1200) with XBRITE™ technology and ErgoBright™ technology or 17” WXGA (1440x900) with XBRITE™ technology and EgroBright™ technology

Hard Drive (Configurable)

100GB

(5400rpm),

80GB

(5400rpm),

60GB

(5400rpm),

40GB

(5400rpm)

Memory (Configurable)

2GB PC-4200 400MHz DDRW2 (1GB x 2) 1GB PC-4200 400MHz DDRW2 (512MB x 2) 512MB PC-4200 400MHz DDRW2 (512MB x 1) 512MB PC-4200 400MHz DDRW2 (256MB x 2) 256MB PC-4200 400MHz DDRW2 (256MB x 1)

(Expandable to 2GB)

Graphics

ATI Mobility™ Radeon®X600 128MB DDR SDRAM

Graphics Interface

VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor

Video Interface

A/V mini jack

Optical Drive (Configurable)

DDVVDD++RR DDoouubbllee LLaayyeerr// DDVVDD±±RRWW DDrriivvee

Double Layer +R

DVD+R Write (2.4x MAX)

DVD±RW

-RW

DVD-R Write (8x MAX); DVD-RW Write (4x MAX)

+RW

DVD+R Write (8x MAX); DVD+RW Write (4xMAX)

CD-RW

CD-R Write (24x MAX); CD-RW Write (24x MAX)

CCDD--RRWW// DDVVDD--RROOMM DDrriivvee

CD-RW

CD-R Write (24x MAX); CD-RW Write (24x MAX)

DVD ROM

DVD Read (8x MAX); CD Read (24x MAX)

Modem

Integrated V.90 Modem with RJ-11 interface

Ethernet

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000 BASE-T Ethernet with RJ-45 interface

Audio

Windows

sound system compatible,

Built-in stereo speakers

Audio Interface

Monaural mini microphone jack, Headphone jack

Memory Stick

Media Slot

Supports optional Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO™ and Memory Stick DUO™ media

PC Card Slots

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

Other Interfaces

i.LINK

connector(IEEE 1394)6, 3 USB

2.0 ports, port replicator connector

Pointing Device

Electro-Static touch pad

Keyboard

QWERTY, 86 keys with 3mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch

Action Buttons

Power On, S1 (programmable), Magnify

Screen, Brightness, Volume(+), Volume(-), Mute, Wireless LAN on/off

Power Requirements

135W+10%

Battery

Lithium-ion Battery (PCGA-BP2EA)

Estimated Battery Life

Standard Battery: 1.0 - 2.5 hours

Weight

8.8 lbs. with standard battery (weight is approximate & may vary)

Size (W x H x D)

16” x 1.7”-1.8” x 11”

Supplied Accessories

Standard battery, power cord & AC Adapter

Sonic RecordNow!®7 (only available with

DVD±RW drive option)

Optional Software

Adobe®Photoshop®Elements Adobe®Photoshop®Album Starter Edition Adobe®Premiere Standard or Professional

Edition

Microsoft®Office 2003 60-Day Trial

(Student/Teacher Edition) - only available on models with XP Home

Microsoft®Office 2003 60-Day Trial

(Small Business Edition) - only available on models with XP Professional

Microsoft® Office 2003 (Basic, Small

Business, or Professional Edition)

Sony®SonicStage®Mastering Studio -

Audio Mastering & Remastering

Anti-Virus & Recovery Software

Norton®Internet Security™ 90-Day

Subscription Intermute™ SpySubtract™ 30-Day Trial VAIO®Update software VAIO®Recovery Wizard software VAIO®Help and Support software

Internet Services

AOL Online™ 90-Day Trial - New Users Only

SERVICE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION

Limited Warranty

1 Year Limited Warranty

Telephone Support

1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/7

On-line and Email Support

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

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 compatible wireless LAN access point, sold separately. Internet connection may require fees.

4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.

5. Supports Memory Stick PRO™ high-capacity media tested up to 1GB. Does not support MagicGate™ functionality.

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. Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.

8. AV Entertainment Dock Option only available at time of purchase.

9. Interoperability among Bluetooth devices varies. Please see website for compatibility details.

10. Does not support MemoryStick media and Memory Stick PRO™ media using the MagicGate function or highspeed data transfer. Supports memory cards with capacities up to 1GB. Does not support 5.0V SmartMedia media or the ID function of SmartMedia media with IDs. Does not support the SD Memory Card media copyright protection function.

11. Not all features supported.

12. 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.

13. 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.

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 addon 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. Preinstalled 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. Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate.

©2004 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick, SonicStage, Giga Pocket, VAIO, VAIO Zone, XBRITE, ErgoBright, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, MagicGate, Click to DVD, SMaster, DVgate Plus, VAIO Media, PictureGear Studio and Like No Other 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. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Printed in U.S.A. 1/05.

High-Quality TV On Your Schedule

Watch and record all of your favorite shows with Sony's Giga Pocket

engine available on the optional A/V Dock. Record your shows to DVD and create a digital library for personal viewing at your convenience with Click to DVD™ software and the optional DVD+R Double Layer/ DVD±RW drive

Next-Generation Technology

Ready to meet your growing A/V entertainment demands. Whether you're turning your analog content into digital video, or editing and converting your high-definition camcorder video, you have the tools you need. And, with the optional DVD+R Double Layer/ DVD±RW drive, you can burn up to 8.5GB of data, music or digital photos - or up to 4 hours of MPEG-2 video - on one Double Layer DVD disc

A Superior Viewing Experience

A powerful blend of Sony original technologies deliver an exceptional viewing experience. The 17" WUXGA or WXGA+ LCD with XBRITE™ technology brings movies to life with crisp images and vivid colors. Smart Display Sensor automatically adjusts to an optimal resolution when connecting to a compatible display or projector.

Full-Featured Multimedia notebook

The VAIO®A Digital Studio Notebook and optional A/V Entertainment Dock take mobile A/V capabilities to a whole new level. Watch and record high-quality TV. Convert VHS and 8mm videos into professionalquality DVDs. Capture and edit high-definition camcorder video. Fully equipped to handle all of your A/V entertainment demands.

The Sony®VAIO®A Series Digital Studio PC is a premier notebook, designed to offer the cutting edge of technology and performance with incomparable style. Optional AV capabilities include premium speakers & entertainment dock with a TV tuner and personal video recorder.

The Premier Multimedia Notebook PC.

Sony®VAIO

Digital Studio PC

VGN-A600/ A600P CTO

Configurable Accessories

AV Entertainment Dock with S-Master™

Digital Amplifier, Four USB 2.0 ports, Monitor (VGA) port, VHF/UHF TV port, Printer port DC in, S-Video in/out, DVI-D, RJ-45 Ethernet, Optical out, Line in (RCA Pin), Line out (RCA Pin), Giga Pocket

MPEG2 realtime encoder/decoder board

with TV Tuner Speakers(2) & Remote Control Wireless Mouse (PCGA-WMS5/S)

Optional Accessories

Additional Battery (PCGA-BP2EA) AC Adapter for use with the AV

Entertainment Dock (PCGA-AC19V7) AC Adapter for use with port replicator or

stand-alone notebook (VGP-AC19V10) Port Replicator (VGP-PRA1) Visual Communication Camera

(PCGA-UVC11A) USB Mobile Mouse- Black/ Silver

(PCGA-UMS3/B/S) Wireless Keyboard and Mouse

(VGP-WKB1) Memory Card Adapter (VGP-MCA10)

512MB memory expansion module

(VGP-MM512L) Universal Carrying Case (VGP-AMB1) Sport Backpack (VGP-AMB2) Neoprene Notebook & AC Adapter

(VGP-AMC2) External Floppy Disk Drive (VGP-UFD1)

SOFTWARE

Operating System (Configurable)

Microsoft®Windows®XP Home with Service Pack 2 or Microsoft®Windows®XP Professional with Service Pack 2

Sony Original Software

VAIO Zone™ with WinDVD™ VAIO Zone™ Personal Video Recorder

Component (only available on AV

Entertainment Dock option) Click to DVD™ - DVD Creation (only avail-

able with DVD±RW drive option) DVGate Plus™ - Digital Video SonicStage®- Digital Music PictureGear Studio™ - Digital Photo VAIO Media™ - Network File Sharing

VAIO®A Series Software Bundle

Intuit Quicken®2005 New User Edition

(previous Quicken users may require

additional upgrade)

InterVideo®WinDVD

Microsoft®Works 8.0