VGN-C291NW/H
VAIO® C Series Notebook PC
Express your inner VAIO®
FREEDOM AND FLEXIBILITY.
The VAIO® C Notebook is more than just portable, it’s a truly mobile wireless
companion. True mobility is about broad access, just as much as it is about
slim, lightweight design. And the VAIO C Notebook is taking that access
farther than ever before. With integrated wireless Wide Area Network (WAN)
technology and a subscription to use Sprint® Mobile Broadband service
,
you can extend your wireless coverage beyond LAN access networks and
hotspots. The VAIO C Notebook gives you the freedom to go farther, do
more, and stay connected.
GET MOVING. GET NOTICED.
With its cool colors and trendy design, the VAIO® C Notebook is just too
pretty to leave at home. Sleek as a racecar, the Urban Gray VAIO® C Notebook
has vibrant orange accents, to match your active lifestyle. Weighing just 5.07
lbs (with standard battery) with a 13.3” LCD display , this lightweight,
mobile PC is an optimal size for mobile computing. And with built-in
wireless LAN and wireless WAN technology and long battery life , the VAIO
C Notebook is your companion for easy, convenient PC access.
MORE THAN JUST GOOD LOOKS.
In addition to its eye-catching design, the VAIO® C Notebook also has the
heart of a champion. Backed by an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor, DVD
burner and energy-
saving 13.3
” widescreen LCD with XBRITE-ECO™
technology, this beautiful and powerful notebook has the latest
technologies to get you through the day.
CONNECTIVITY.
The VAIO® C Notebook supports ExpressCard™, an emerging standard in
smaller, faster PC card solutions with the throughput to port data at
incredible speeds, making it ideal for transfers of video and large files.
Celebrate your style with the cool Urban Gray color, trendy trim and
dimpled surface of the portable, powerful and exquisitely designed
VAIO® C Notebook. In addition to its powerful Intel®
Core
™
2 Duo
processor, CD/DVD burner
, integrated wireless WAN technology
and
chic, lightweight form factor, this functional fashion statement
features a 13.3”
widescreen display
with energy-saving XBRITE-
ECO
™ technology.
Sony Electronics Inc. • 16530 Via Esprillo • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1.800.222.7669 • www.sony.com
VGN-C291NW/H
VAIO® C Series Notebook PC
Specifications
General
Computer Type: Notebook
Type of Use: Ultra-Portable
Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad
Hardware
Keyboard: QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and
19.05mm pitch
Processor
Type: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5500
Speed: 1.66GHz
Front Side Bus Speed: 667MHz
L2 Cache: 2MB Advanced Smart Cache
Technology: Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology
Memory
Type: DDR2
Installed: 2GB (1GBx2) PC2-4200
Maximum: 2GB
Speed: 533MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity: 160GB
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: 24x max.
DVD±RW: Yes (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/DVD-RAM drive)
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: Multimedia Card Reader
Supports Memory Stick Duo™ media with
MagicGate® functionality
ExpressCard™/34 Slot: 5-in-1 Memory Card Adaptor
(VGP-MCA20) supporting Memory Stick®, Memory
Stick PRO™,
Secure Digital, xD-Picture Card, and
MultiMediaCard (MMC)
Audio
Sound System:
Windows
® sound system compatible
Display
Screen Size: 13.3”
Resolution: 1280 x 800
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology: Yes
Technology: WXGA LCD
Graphics
Processor: Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Video RAM: 224MB Total Available Graphics Memory
Chipset: Intel® 945GM
Interface: VGA Out with Smart Display Sensor
Inputs and Outputs
Ethernet Port: 1
Headphone Jack: 1
i.LINK® Interface: 1(4-pin) interface
Memory Stick® Media Slot: 1
Modem Jack: 1
Microphone Input: 1
Port Replicator Connector(s): 1
S-Video Output(s): 1
USB Port(s): 2 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
DC-
In:
1
Express Card™ Slot: /34 x 1
Networking/Modem
Ethernet Protocol: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Ethernet Speed: 10Base-T/100Base-
TX
Modem Type: Integrated V92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11)
Wireless LAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network
Connection (802.11a/b/g)
Wireless WAN: Sprint® Mobile Broadband Service
Power
Battery Type: Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2C)
Estimated Battery Life: 2.5-5.5 hours (Standard
Battery)
Power Requirements: 110W+10%
Software
Operating System: Windows Vista™ Business
Internet Services: AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New
Users Only
Supplied Software: Microsoft® Works 8.5
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2007
Sony® Original Software: Click to DVD® - DVD
Creation
*Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your
PC for a complete list of software applications
and trials.
Security and Anti-Virus Software: Norton® Internet
Security™ 2007 60-Day trial with spyware
protection
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty
Telephone Support: 1 year toll-free technical
telephone assistance, available 24/7
Online and Email Support: Support available from
http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Dimensions
Weight: 5.07 lbs. with standard battery
Measurements: 12.98”(W) x 1.45” -1.47”(H) x 9.28” (D)
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS2C)
AC adapter (VGP-AC19V13)
Memory Card Adapter (VGP-MCA20)
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Port Replicator (VGP-PRC1)
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS2C)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL2C)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10)
Battery Charger (VGP-BC1)
Neoprene Notebook & AC Adapter Case (VGP-AMC1)
Protection Case (VGP-CKSZ1)
Wireless Presentation Mouse (VGP-WMS50A)
Mouse Talk™ Internet Phone and Mouse (VN-CX1/B)
Color: Urban Gray
UPC Code: 027242712522
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 802.11b or 802.11g compatible access point. Some
functionality may require Internet services, which may require a fee.
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
5. Does not support Memory Stick media and Memory Stick PRO™ media
using the MagicGate® function or high-speed data transfer. Supports
memory cards with capacitities 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. This adapter has been tested with only Sony® branded
Memory Stick PRO™ media. Sony® branded Memory Stick PRO™ media
is recommended for use with this adapter.
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. 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.
9. 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.
10. The Microsoft Office 2007 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 first use, at which time the
software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end
-
use options and operations.
11. Viewable area measured diagonally.
12. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
13. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows Vista™
classification of graphics memory, which is the total of Dedicated Video
Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory. Shared
System Memory varies depending on the operating condition and
system memory size.
14. Subscription with Sprint® Mobile Broadband service required. See
www.sony.com/sprint for complete offer details, price plans, service
terms and conditions, and coverage map. Click the Sprint icon on your TX
Series desktop or call 1-877-275-VAIO (8246) for service activation. Sprint
Mobile Broadband Network reaches over 153 million people. Coverage
not available everywhere (see coverage map for details). Requires new
activation and one- or two-year subscriber agreement. Credit approval
and $200 early termination fee applies. Service defaults to Nationwide
Sprint PCS Network, where available, if Sprint Mobile Broadband
Network is unavailable. Not available while roaming. Terms & Conditions
and additional restrictions apply. My not be combinable with other
offers. Device model subject to availability.
15. Sprint Mobile Broadband Network reaches over 160 million people.
Coverage not available everywhere. See coverage map for details.
Requires new activation and one-or two- year subscriber agreement.
Credit approval, $200 early termination fee applies. Service defaults to
Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, where available, if Sprint Mobile
Broadband Network is unavailable. Not available while roaming. Terms &
Conditions & additional restrictions apply. May not be combinable with
other offers.
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. Non-metric weights and
measurements are approximate.
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part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Sony logo, VAIO logo,
i.LINK, Memory Stick, Mouse Talk, VAIO, XBRITE-ECO, XBRITE-ECO logo, Memory
Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate, Click to DVD and like.no.other are
trademarks of Sony. Intel, Intel logo and Centrino are registered
trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and
Windows are registered trademarks and Windows Vista is a trademark of
Microsoft Corporation. Sprint and the “Moving Forward” logo are
trademarks of Sprint Nextel. All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners.
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