Sony VGN-FZ290U, VGN-FZ290N, VGN-FZ290E Marketing Specifications
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VGN-FZ290 Configure-to-Order Series
VAIO® FZ Series Notebook PC
A 15.4” entertainment PC in the body of an incredibly
thin-and-light notebook
EXPERIENCE BLU-RAY DISC™ MEDIA PLAYBACK (CONFIGURABLE FEATURE)
Blu-ray Disc™ media support lets you playback HD Blu-ray Disc movies in stunning
clarity.Blu-ray Disc™ optical drive lets you record 25-50GB
of video
or data to a single
Blu-ray Disc™
media.
PERFORMANCE AND MOBILITY
Lightning-fast Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology and super-powerful Intel
®
Core™ 2 Duo processors available.Windows Vista® Home Premium, Business or Ultimate
are easy-to-use and offer an array of advanced technologies.Thin-and-light notebook
with incredible 15.4” widescreen display and XBRITE-HiColor™ or XBRITE-ECO
™ 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, or choose XBRITE-ECO
™ for optimal battery conservation.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™ (configurable) output allows you to view
your audio, video or data content on your HDTV through a single cable.Integrated
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.
The VAIO® FZ is a thin-and-light entertainment notebook
featuring a 15.4” widescreen LCD with XBRITE-ECO™ or XBRITEHiColor™ technology and embedded A/V controls for one
touch access to your music, movies and pictures. With a builtin camera and microphone for video messaging and
CD/DVD burner and optional Blu-ray Disc™ burner , this
lightning-fast, super-powerful PC is slim, lightweight, and
packed with features.
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Last Updated: 10/21/2008
VGN-FZ290 Configure-to-Order Series
VAIO® FZ Series Notebook PC
Specifications
General
Computer Type:
Notebook
Type of Use:
Portable
Action Buttons:
S1, (programmable), Volume, AV Mode
, Play/Pause,
and Stop
Pointing Device:
Electro-Static touch pad
Hardware
Keyboard:
QWERTY, 82 keys with 2mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
Silver or Black Keyboard
Black, Silver or Polished Mosaic palm rest
Camera:
Built-in camera and microphone
Processor
Type:
Intel® Core™
2 Duo Processor T7800 (Configuration 1),
Intel® Core™
2 Duo Processor T7700 (Configuration 2),
Intel® Core™
2 Duo Processor T7500 (Configuration 3),
Intel® Core™
2 Duo Processor T7250 (Configuration 4),
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5250 (Configuration 5) or
Intel® Pentium®
Dual Core Processor T2330 (Configuration 6)
Speed:
2.60GHz
(Configuration 1), 2.40GHz (Configuration 2), 2.20GHz
(Configuration 3), 2GHz
(Configuration 4), 1.50GHz
(Configuration 5)
or 1.60GHz
(Configuration 6)
Front Side Bus Speed:
800MHz (Configurations 1-4)
667MHz (Configuration 5)
533MHz (Configuration 6)
L2 Cache:
4MB Advanced Smart Cache (Configurations 1-3)
2MB (Configuration 4-5)
1MB (Configuration 6)
Technology:
Intel® Centrino®
Duo Processor Technology (depending on
configuration)
Memory
Type:
DDR2
Installed:
4GB PC2-5300 (2GBx2), 2GB PC2-5300 (1GBx2), 1GB PC2-5300
(1GBx1), or 1GB PC2-5300 (512MBx2)
Maximum: 4GB
Speed:
667MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity:
300GB
(Configuration 1), 250GB (Configuration 2), 200GB
(Configuration 3), 200GB
(Configuration 4),
160GB Hybrid Hard Drive with 256MB flash memory (Configuration
5), 160GB
(Configuration 6) or 120GB
(Configuration 7)
Speed:
4200rpm (Configuration 1-2), 7200rpm (Configuration 3) or
5400rpm (Configuration 4-7)
Interface:
Serial ATA
Optical Drive #1
DVD+R DL Write:
4x max. (DVD
±RW/±R DL)
2.4x max. (BD-ROM Read)
2.4x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ Write)
DVD+R Write:
8x max.
DVD+RW Write:
8x max. (DVD
±RW/±R DL)
4x max. (BD-ROM Read)
4x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ Write)
DVD-R Write:
8x max.
DVD-RW Write:
6x max. (DVD
±RW/±R DL)
4x max. (BD-ROM Read)
4x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ Write)
CD-R Write:
24x max. (DVD
±RW/±R DL)
8x max. (BD-ROM Read)
8x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ Write)
CD-RW Write:
16x max. (DVD
±RW/±R DL)
8x max. (BD-ROM Read)
8x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ Write)
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
±RW/±R DL)
2x max. (BD-ROM Read)
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ Write)
BD-R Read:
2x max. (BD-ROM Read)
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ write)
BD-R Write:
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ write)
BD-RE Write:
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ write)
BD-ROM Read:
2x max. (BD-ROM Read)
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ write)
BD-RE Read:
2x max. (BD-ROM Read)
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ write)
BD-R DL Read:
2x max. (BD-ROM Read)
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ write)
BD-R DL Write:
1x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ write)
DVD-RAM Read:
5x max.
Blu-ray Disc™
Support:
Optional
(Can only be configured with select PC
hardware options)
BD-RE DL Read:
2x max. (BD-ROM Read)
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ write)
BD-RE DL Write:
1x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ write)
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader:
One Memory Stick Duo™
media with
MagicGate® functionality
One ExpressCard
™ /34 Slot
One Secure Digital Media (SD)
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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:
Optional
XBRITE-ECO™
Technology:
Optional
Graphics
Processor:
NVIDIA®
GeForce
® 8400M GT GPU or Mobile Intel®
Graphics
Media Accelerator X3100
Video RAM:
251MB Total Available Graphics Memory
if Mobile Intel
®
Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 and 1GB RAM is selected.
358MB Total Available Graphics Memory
if Mobile Intel® Graphics
Media Accelerator X3100 and over 2GB RAM is selected.
511MB Total Available Graphics Memory if NVIDIA®
GeForce
®
8400M GT GPU and 1GB RAM is selected.
1023MB Total Available Graphics Memory if NVIDIA®
GeForce
®
8400M GT GPU and over 2GB RAM is selected.
Chipset:
Intel® PM965 Express Chipset (NVIDIA®
GeForce®)
Intel® GM965 Express Chipset (Intel®
Graphics Media Accelerator
X3100)
Interface:
VGA and S-Video Out with Smart Display Sensor
Inputs and Outputs
HDMI™
Connection Output(s):
1 (only available with NVIDIA®
GeForce
®
8400M GT GPU)
Headphone Jack:
1
Memory Stick®
Media Slot:
1
Modem Jack:
1
Secure Digital Slot:
1
Microphone Input:
1
S-Video Output(s):
1
USB Port(s):
3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
DC-In:
1
Express Card
™
Slot:
1 type /34
i.LINK® Connection:
1(4-pin) interface
Ethernet Connection (s):
1
Networking/Modem
Ethernet Protocol: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Ethernet Speed:
10Base-T/100Base-TX
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) or Large Capacity
Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL8)
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:
Windows Vista® Home Premium, Windows Vista
®
Business or 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 or Small Business 2007
(depending on operating system selection)
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
Online and Email Support:
Support available from
http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Limited Warranty . See actual warranty
for details.
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) or Large Capacity Lithium-ion
Battery (VGP-BPL8)
AC adapter(VGP-AC19V19)
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Large Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL8)
ACAdapter (VGP-AC19V10)
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21)
Bluetooth®
Laser Mouse (VGP-BMS33/B)
USB Laser Mouse (VGP-UMS55/B)
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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:
Silver
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. 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.
14. As with other optical media devices, circumstances may limit
compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc™
media playback. VAIO
computers may not support movie playback on packaged media
recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates.
15. A/V Instant Mode not available with Blu-ray Disc enabled PC.
16. Use of this Bluetooth enabled product with other devices may vary as
not all Bluetooth devices are compatible.
17. A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to
the operating system.
18. Video recording to Blu-ray Disc®
media is done in MP2 format only.
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-ECO, 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, Pentium, Centrino and Core are trademarks
of Intel Corporation. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark. 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. 07/07.
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