INTEL® CORE™ I7 PROCESSOR TECHNOLOGY
Whether you’re a serious multitasker or a multimedia enthusiast,
performance matters. Unlock your full potential with the smart
performance of the new Quad Core Intel® Core™ i7 processor, the top-of
-
the-line of Intel’s family of processors.
Thanks to Intel® Turbo Boost Technology, the Intel® Core™ i7 Processor
automatically adapts to whatever you are doing on your PC, dialing up
speed to respond quickly to your needs. It also features Intel® Hyper
Threading Technology which enables each of the 4 cores of your
processor to work on two tasks at the same time (that’
s 8-way
multitasking), delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking.
PC GAMING HEADSET DR-GA200
The compact noise-canceling boom microphone filters ambient noise
while you play, so team members can hear you clearly. A newly
developed triple-enfolding design distributes the headphone's weight over
a wider area, reducing pressure and improving air flow around ears.
WATCH BLU-RAY DISC
™ MOVIES
The versatile BD-ROM drive on the VAIO® F Series laptop combines the
power of HD Blu-ray Disc™ video playback with the convenience and utility
of DVD and CD read/write functionalities. The best picture. The best sound.
With stunning clarity, Blu-ray Disc™ technology is the ultimate way to enjoy
your entertainment.
DEDICATED GRAPHICS
An NVIDIA® GeForce® dedicated graphics card allows you to experience
the power of high-definition graphics processing. Experience intense
gaming action with spectacular performance with the NVIDIA® GeForce
®
425 with 1GB dedicated with Direct X support for today’s latest video
games.
ONE SLEEK PACKAGE
Enjoy the ultimate in performance and multimedia entertainment with this
powerful 16.4” widescreen laptop. Add to that an Intel® Core™
i7
processor, Blu-ray Disc™ drive, and NVIDIA® GeForce® 425 with 1GB
dedicated graphics for gaming enthusiasts; you’ll have everything you
need in one sleek package.
Maximum performance and amazing HD entertainment on a top-notch
16.4” widescreen laptop with a backlit keyboard and integrated number
pad. With quad core Intel® Core™ i7 processor, dedicated NVIDIA
®
GeForce® graphics, and a BD-ROM drive, experience intense gaming, the
ultimate in smart performance and a razor-sharp picture.
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Specifications
General
Action Buttons: VAIO, ASSIST, Wireless
On/Off, S1, Display Off, Play / Pause / Stop
Pointing Device: Electrostatic Touchpad
(Multi-Finger)
Hardware
Keyboard: QWERTY, 103 keys with 2.0mm
stroke and 19.05mm pitch
Camera: Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and
microphone
10-Key Numeric Pad: Yes
Backlit Keyboard: Yes
Processor
Type: Intel® Core™ i7-740QM
Speed: 1.73GHz with Turbo Boost
Technology up to 2.93GHz
Technology:
Quad Core
Cache:
6MB
Memory
Installed: 4GB (2GBx2)
Type/Speed: DDR3-1333MHz
Max. Memory:
8GB
Optical Drive
BD-R DL Read: 2.2x max
BD-R Read: 4x max
BD-RE DL Read: 2.2x max
BD-RE Read: 4x max
BD-ROM Read: 4x max
CD Support: Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)
DVD Support: Read / Write
(DVD±R/±
RW/
±R DL/-RAM)
Type: Blu-ray Disc™ ROM Drive
Optical Drive Support - Blu-ray Disc™
:
Read Only (BD-ROM)
Audio
Sound System: Intel® High Definition Audio
with Dolby® Home Theater Technology
Display
Screen Size:
16.4"
Resolution: 1600 x 900
Back Light Technology: CCFL
Graphics
Graphics Processor: NVIDIA® GeForce
®
GT 425M
Graphics Video RAM: 1GB dedicated
Inputs and Outputs
Memory Stick® Media Slot: 1
Microphone Input: 1
VGA Output(s): 1
DC-In:
1
e-SATA: 1
HDMI™ Output(s): 1
Express Card®/
34 Slot: 1
Secure Digital (SD) Slot: 1
USB 2.0:
1
USB 3.0:
2
Headphone Output: 1
Power
Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium
-
Ion Battery
DVD Playback: up to 2.5 hours
Default Brightness: up to 3.5 hours
Maximum Brightness: up to 3.0 hours
Start-up Times
Average Boot Time: 60 seconds
Average Resume Time from Suspend: 2
seconds
First Boot Time: 5 minutes
Wireless/Networking
Ethernet Protocol:
10baseT/100baseTX/1000baseT
Bluetooth® Technology:
Bluetooth
Integrated Stereo A2DP (2.1 + EDR)
WiFi Adapter: Atheros® 802.11b/g/n
Software
Operating System: Genuine Windows® 7
Home Premium 64-bit
Supplied Software: Microsoft® Office
Starter with reduced-functionality
versions of Word and Excel, VAIO Care™
,
Media Gallery™, PMB - VAIO Edition
Anti-Virus Software: Norton Internet
Security™ 2011 30-Day Trial Offer
Service and Warranty Information
Onsite/In-Home Service: Yes
International Service: Yes
Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Limited
Warranty. See actual warranty for details
.
Environmental Information
EPEAT™: Silver
RoHS®:
Compliant
ENERGY STAR®:
5.0
Dimensions
Weight: 6.4 lbs. (with Standard Capacity
Battery)
Measurements: 15.3" (W) x 1.22-1.62" (H) x
10.4" (D)
Supplied Accessories
Standard Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery
(5000mAh)
AC Adapter
Power Cord
Gaming Headphones (DR-GA200)
SOE DC Universe Game PC Game
Color:
Black
UPC Code:
027242264786
1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary.
2. 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. Actual formatted capacity will be less.
3. Viewable area measured diagonally.
4. Estimates only based upon Sony engineering testing. Actual
performance will vary based on notebook settings, environmental
conditions, and usage. Battery capacity decreases over time and use.
5. 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 aplicable software vendor. Long
distance charges may apply.
6.This PC is preloaded with reduced-functionality versions of Word and
Excel that include advertising. Purchase an Office 2010 Product Key to
activate full-featured Office software on this PC.
7. Norton Internet Security™ 2011 30-day subscription is pre-installed on
your Sony VAIO PC. You need to activate the software for the product
to work. After your 30-days are finished, buy Norton Internet Security
to continue to be protected from viruses, hackers and identify theft.
8.Availability may be limited. See limited warranty for details.
9. HDMI cable sold separately.
10. Excluding end user interaction.
11. Requires TV adapter and compatible television. Does not support Blu
-
ray®
disc or other protected content playback.
12. Requires a system with Intel®
Turbo Boost Technology capability. Intel
Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 is available only on 2nd generation Intel
®
Core™
i5 and i7 processors. Performance varies depending on
hardware, software and system configuration.
13. Available on select Intel
® Core™
processors. Requires an Intel® HT
Technology enabled system. Performance will vary depending on the
specific hardware and software used.
14. Mobile broadband service sold separately.
15. Compatible camera and supporting media sold separately.
16. Allocation of system memory to graphics varies depending on
operating condition, version of device driver and total system
memory size.
* 30-days of free game time for new subscribers only (existing accounts
and Station Access accounts not eligible). Additional, recurring
subscription fees apply thereafter. Converting an account to an active,
entitled, subscription requires a valid credit card or game time card (if
available). Internet connection required. Players are responsible for
applicable internet fees.
Certain Microsoft products included with this computer may use
technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL
NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH
THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation procedures
and Microsoft's privacy policy will be detailed during initial launch of the
product, or upon cvertain reinstallations of the software product(s) or
reconfigurations of the computer and may be completed by internet or
telephone (toll charges may apply).
© 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or
in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO and the Sony
make.believe, and VAIO logos are trademarks of Sony. DC UNIVERSE
ONLINE software © 2011 Sony Online Entertainment LLC. All other
elements © 2011 DC Comics. SOE and the SOE logo are registered
trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. The ratings icon is a
registered trademark of the Entertainment Software Association. All
other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
DC UNIVERSE and all related characters and elements are trademarks of
and
© DC Comics.
WBIE LOGO, WB SHIELD: TM & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
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