Sony VGN-FZ290EGS User Manual

VGN-FZ290EGS

VAIO® FZ Series Graphic Splash ECO Edition Notebook

Make an impression. Make a difference.

ECO-FRIENDLY FEATURES AND DESIGNS

For fashion and animal lovers alike, the elegant and sexy “Spotted life” will turn heads with its fierce leopard-print.

This exclusive design is a limited edition notebook and comes with a matching wallpaper and a certificate of authenticity.

Slim design for minimum use of natural resources. Easy-to-recycle materials for resource conservation. Packaging comprised primarily of recyclable materials. RoHS compliant components– free of hazardous materials such as lead.

PERFORMANCE AND MOBILITY

Lightning-fast Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology and super

powerful Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor T7250 (2GHz . Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium operating system is easy-to-use

and offers an array of advanced technologies. Thin-and-light notebook with incredible 15.4” widescreen display and

XBRITE-HiColor™ LCD technology. Magnesium alloy makes for a remarkably lightweight and durable chassis.

802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN technology offers a massive boost in wireless connection speed and range.

ENTERTAINMENT AND COMMUNICATION MADE EASY

Stunning XBRITE-HiColor™ LCD technology for dazzling colors and incredible picture clarity.

Intuitive music and video controls are user-friendly, so you can easily control your CDs, DVDs, pictures and home movies with the push of a button.

HDMI

™ output allows you to view your audio, video or data content on

your HDTV through a single cable. Integrated 1.3 megapixel camera and microphone for video messaging

with family, friends and coworkers . Sony's original Sound Reality™ technology delivers high-resolution

surround-sound to your entertainment.

Represent Mother Earth by land or by sea with a limited edition Sony VAIO Graphic Splash Eco Edition notebook. These organicallythemed designs adorn the back of a VAIO FZ notebook, letting you express your individuality on a super-powerful, thin

-and-light work of

art.

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Last Updated: 10/29/2007

VGN-FZ290EGS

VAIO® FZ Series Graphic Splash ECO Edition Notebook

Specifications

General

Computer Type: Notebook Type of Use: Portable Action Buttons:

S1, (programmable), Volume,

Play/Pause, and Stop

Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad

Hardware

Keyboard: QWERTY, 82 keys with 2mm stroke and

19.05mm pitch

Camera: Built-in camera and microphone

Processor

Type:

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7250

Speed: 2GHz Front Side Bus Speed:

800MHz

L2 Cache:

2MB

Technology: Intel® Centrino® Duo Processor

Technology

Memory

Type:

DDR2

Installed: 2GB PC2-5300 (1GBx2) Maximum: 4GB

Speed: 667MHz

Hard Drive

Capacity: 250GB Speed: 4200rpm

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

(DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/DVD-

RAM)

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: One Memory Stick

Duo™ media with MagicGate® functionality One ExpressCard

® /34 Slot

One Secure Digital Media (SD)

Audio

Sound System: Sony® Sound Reality™ - Audio

Enhancer

Display

Screen or Display Technology: WXGA LCD Screen Size:

15.4”

Resolution:

1280 x 800

XBRITE-HiColor™ Technology:

Yes

Graphics

Processor:

NVIDIA®

GeForce® 8400M GT GPU

Video RAM: 1023MB Total Available Graphics

Memory

Chipset:

Intel® PM965 Express Chipset

Interface:

VGA and S-Video Out with Smart

Display Sensor

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Inputs and Outputs

Ethernet Port:

HDMI™

Connection Output(s):

Headphone Jack: 1 Memory Stick® Media Slot: 1 Modem Jack: 1 Secure Digital Slot: 1 Microphone Input:

S-

Video Output(s):

USB Port(s): 3 (2.0 compliant) VGA Output(s):

DC-

In:

Express Card™ Slot: 1 type /34 i.LINK® Connection:

1(4-

pin) interface

Networking/Modem

Ethernet Protocol:

Fast Ethernet (RJ

-45)

Ethernet Speed:

10Base-T/100Base-

Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-

11)

Wireless LAN:

Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965AGN

Network Connection (802.11a/b/g/n)

Bluetooth

® Technology: Integrated Bluetooth®

Technology

Power

Battery Type:

Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-

BPS8)

Estimated Battery Life:

1.5-

5.5 hours

Standard

Capacity Battery

2.0-

8.0 hours

Large Capacity Battery (Battery Range will vary depending on final configuration)

Power Requirements:

110W+10%

Software

Operating System: Microsoft® Windows Vista®

Home Premium

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 Software *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

Telephone Support:

1 year toll-

free technical

telephone assistance, available 24/7

Limited Warranty and Onsite Service:

1 Year

Limited Warranty with Onsite Service

Online and Email Support: Support available

from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO

Dimensions

Weight: 5.9 lbs (weight will vary depending on

configuration)

Measurements:

14"(W) x 0.98-1.4"(H) x 10.02"(D)

Supplied Accessories

Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS8) AC adapter(VGP-AC19V19) Power Cord

Optional Accessories

Large Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL8) Additional StandardCapacity Battery (VGP-BPS8)

7 3 15 6 6

12 1 1

AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10) Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21) Bluetooth®

Laser Mouse (VGP

-BMS33/B)

USB Laser Mouse (VGP

-UMS55/B)

USB Laser Mouse (VGP

-UMS55/S)

Neoprene Notebook and AC Adapter Case

(VGP-AMC3)

All-in-one 2.1 Channel Speaker (VGP-SP100) Sport Backpack (VGP-CCP4/L) Urban Messenger Bag (VGP-AML2)

Color: Spotted Life UPC Code: 027242729704

1. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

2. Viewable area measured diagonally.

3. Requires 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet services, which may require a fee.

4. DVD media/formats are not universally compatible.

5. Broadband internet service required along with third party services which may require a subscription or other service fee.

6. Actual battery life will vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.

7. 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.

8. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. When available, Sony will provide Onsite Service in fulfillment 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.

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.

14. A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to the operating system.

15. Use of this Bluetooth enabled product with other devices may vary as not all Bluetooth devices are compatible.

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, the Sony logo, VAIO, XBRITE-HiColor, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate, LocationFree, Sound Reality, i.LINK and Click to DVD logo are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, Centrino and Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Printed in U.S.A. 10/07.