PERFORMANCE AND MOBILITY
The VAIO® FZ PC is faster and efficient with integrated Intel® Centrino® Duo
technology with Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor.
Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium is easy-to-use and
offers an array of advanced technologies.
Thin-and-light notebook with incredible 15.4” widescreen display and
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-ECO™ LCD technology for optimal battery conservation.
A2DP Stereo Bluetooth® technology for transmitting music on your PC to
other devices in CD stereo quality.
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.
A/V Instant Mode lets you kick off your entertainment (CDs, DVDs) with a
push of a button and without boot-up.
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™ technology for stunning picture clarity
and embedded A/V controls for one touch access to your music, movies
and pictures. With a built-in camera and microphone for video messaging
, CD/DVD burner and integrated Bluetooth® technology , this blazing
-
fast, super-powerful PC is slim, lightweight, and packed with features.
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Specifications
General
Computer Type: Notebook
Type of Use: Portable
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 T5450
Speed:
1.66GHz
Front Side Bus Speed:
667MHz
L2 Cache:
2MB
Memory
Type:
DDR2
Installed:
1GB PC2-5300 (512MBx2)
Maximum:
4GB
Speed:
667MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity:
120GB
Speed:
5400rpm
Interface:
Serial ATA
Optical Drive #1
DVD+R DL Write: 2.4x max.
DVD+R Write: 8x max.
DVD+RW Write: 4x max.
DVD
-R Write: 8x max.
DVD
-RW Write: 4x max.
CD
-R Write: 8x max.
CD
-RW Write: 8x 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: 2x 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-ECO™ Technology: Yes
Graphics
Processor: Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator
X3100
Video RAM: 251MB Total Available Graphics Memory
Chipset: Intel® GM965 Express Chipset
Interface:
VGA and S
-Video Out with Smart Display
Sensor
Inputs and Outputs
Ethernet Port:
1
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
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)
Estimated Battery Life:
1.5
-3 hours Standard Capacity
Battery
2.0
-4.0 hours Large Capacity Battery
(Battery Range depends on 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 Disc™
Editor - 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
Limited Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty . See actual
warranty for details.
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:
5.9 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)
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:
Silver
UPC Code:
027242734470
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. Use of this Bluetooth enabled product with other devices may vary as
not all Bluetooth devices are compatible.
15. A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to
the operating system.
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.
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).
©2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or
in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, the Sony logo, VAIO,
XBRITE-ECO, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate,
LocationFree Player, Sound Reality, i.LINK and Click to Disc logo are
trademarks of Sony. Microsoft 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.
Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG. All other trademarks are
trademarks of their respective owners.
Printed in U.S.A. 02/08.