Sony VAIO S Series Notebook PC In Black - VGNS560P

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Sony VAIO S Series Notebook PC, Model VGNS560P

The VAIO® S560P/B notebook was created with cutting-edge notebook technologies that work with integrated multimedia features. The slim, lightweight design makes it an exceptional mobile device for your computing needs at home, in the office or on the road. A powerful processor, ample hard drive and integrated DVD+R Double Layer/DVD+-RW drive²⁴ with Click to DVD™ software give you the power to create, connect and command your digital world. The 13.3" widescreen display¹ with XBRITE™ technology makes watching movies or viewing documents a delight. At 4.3 pounds (with standard battery)¹³, the S560P/B will be easy and convenient to bring with you wherever you go.

Key Features:

• Intel® Pentium® M Processor 750 (1.86GHz⁵, 2MB L2 cache)
• Microsoft Windows XP Professional with SP2
• 512 MB³ RAM
• 100 GB² hard drive
• 13.3"⁴ WXGA display with XBRITE™ Technology
• Black exterior

Features:

• Boosted Power and Performance
  The Intel® Pentium® M Processor 750 1.86GHz3 with the 100GB4 hard drive gives you ample power to access and run multiple applications without compromising portability or style. The exceptional performance of the S560P/B gives you the tools and functionality you need for mobile survival.
• Highly-Mobile Design
  Sony employs cutting-edge notebook technologies and highly-mobile design to bring you the VAIO® S560P/B Notebook, a remarkably slim and lightweight tool for the mobile user. It offers integrated wireless LAN95, an exceptional 13.3" widescreen display5 with XBRITE™ 200 LCD technology, and a generous keyboard, making it a pleasure to use for both work and play. And with its durable magnesium casing, the VAIO S Notebook is the portrait of sleek, contemporary style.
• Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Operating System:
  With Microsoft Windows XP Professional, you'll be able to manage your files and programs like never before. This operating system gives you the ability to:
  • Remotely access your desktop from most other computers
  • Communicate easily when you're on the go
  • Reverse harmful system changes with System Restore
  • Protect important information with Encrypting File System
• Intel® Centrino™ Mobile Technology
  Intel® Centrino™ Mobile Technology combines portability and productivity features to make your notebook the ultimate mobile companion. Take advantage of:
  • Outstanding mobile performance
  • Integrated wireless LAN3
  • Longer battery life13
  • Slimmer, lighter designs.
  • Click here to learn more about Intel® Centrino™ Mobile Technology.
• Brilliant Widescreen Display
  The VAIO® S Notebook features a generous 13.3" WXGA display5 with Sony’s original XBRITE™ 200 LCD technology for higher brightness levels than standard displays. The result: deeper blacks, brighter whites, true-to-life color, and razor-sharp detail. View documents and spreadsheets side by side or view widescreen DVDs in dazzling clarity. And, with the anti-reflective coating to minimize reflection, you’ll enjoy a beautifully clear image from any viewing angle. It’s the ideal way to present your photos and home videos, and the only way to watch movies and DVDs when you’re on the go.
  Click here to learn more about XBRITE™ technology.
• Mobile Multimedia Entertainment
  Equipped with a variety of tools to get you up and running right away, the VAIO® S Notebook is a high-powered mobile multimedia entertainment tool, allowing you to create dynamic presentations, view movies with stunning clarity, and create and manage your multimedia files with ease. You'll have VAIO Media™ software with WinDVD™ software, Click to DVD™ software for easy DVD creation, SonicStage® Music Software for recording music off of vinyl or tapes, DVgate Plus™ Video Software allows you to import and edit video footage from several sources giving you the freedom to create your own video masterpiece, and PictureGear Studio™ Photo Software for importing your digital still images.

Specifications:

• Processor: Intel® Pentium® M Processor 750 (1.86GHz, 2MB L2 cache)¹
• Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional with Service Pack 2
• Front Side Bus Speed: 533MHz
• Chipset: Intel® 915PM
• Hard Drive: 100GB² 5400rpm Serial ATA
• Integrated Wireless LAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection (802.11b/g)³
• LCD: 13.3" WXGA with XBRITE™ Technology (1280x800)⁴
• Graphics: nVIDIA® GeForce™ Go 6400 with TurboCache™ supporting 128MB
  (NVIDIA® TurboCache™ technology combines the size and bandwidth of video memory and dynamically available system memory for optimal system performance.)
• Memory: 512MB PC2-4200 533MHz DDR2 (256MBx2) - (Expandable up to 2GB)
• Optical Drive:
  • DVD+R Double Layer/DVD+-RW Drive⁶
  • DVD+R DL Write (2.4x MAX)
    
  • DVD+-RW Drive
  • +RW
  • DVD-R Write (4x MAX), DVD-RW Write (2x MAX)
  • CD-RW
  • CD-R Write (24x MAX)
  • CD-RW Write (10x MAX)
  • DVD Read (8x MAX)
  • CD Read (24x MAX)
• Modem: Integrated V.90 Modem (RJ-11)
• Ethernet: 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
• Memory Stick® Media Slot: Supports optional Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO™ media
• PC Card Slots: One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support
• Audio: Windows® sound system compatible, Built-in stereo speakers
• Audio Interface: Mini microphone jack, Stereo mini headphone jack
• Graphics Interface: VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor
  
• Optional Port Replicator:
  • (VGP-PRS1)
    3 USB 2.08, Ethernet, VGA, DVI-d, printer, DC in
• Other Interfaces: One 4pin i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394) ⁹, 2 USB 2.0 ports, port replicator connector
• Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad
• Keyboard: QWERTY, 82 keys with 2mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
• Power Requirements: 105W+10%
• Battery: Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2)
• Estimated Battery Life: Standard Battery: 1.5-3.0 hours¹⁰
• Color: Black

Software:

Sony Original Software

• Click to DVD™ - DVD Creation
• Digital Video
• SonicStage® - Digital Music
• VAIO Media™ - Network File Sharing

Other Software Applications

• Adobe® Photoshop® Elements Starter Edition
• InterVideo® WinDVD®
• Intuit Quicken® 2005 New User Edition (previous Quicken users may requre upgrade)
• Microsoft® Works 8.0
• Microsoft® Office® 2003 60-day trial, student/teacher edition
• Roxio® DigitalMedia SE

Anti-Virus and Recovery Software

• Norton® Internet Security 90-day subscription Norton Anti-Virus®
• Intermute™ SpySubtract™ 30-day trial
• VAIO® Update
• VAIO® Recovery Wizard
• VAIO® Support Central

Internet Services

• AOL Online™ 180-Day Trial - New Users Only

Box Contents:

• Sony VAIO® FS770/W Notebook
• Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS2)
• AC adapter (VGP-AC19V10)
• Power Cord

Optional Accessories:

• Additional Battery (VGP-BPS2)
• Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL2)
• Port Replicator (VGP-PRS2)
• AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10)
• Visual Communication Camera (PCGA-UVC11A)
• Notebook Briefcase (PCGA-CCV)
• Notebook Backpack (PCGA-CCP3)
• Neoprene notebook and AC adapter cases (VGP-AMC1)
• Wireless optical mouse (PCGA-WMS5/S)
• Memory Card Adapter (VGP-MCA10)
• 512 MB memory expansion module (VGP-MM512L)
• 80GB external hard drive (PCGA-UHDM08)
• External floppy disk drive (VGP-UFD1)

Approximate Dimensions:

• Width: 12.3"
• Height: 1.18" - 1.39"
• Depth: 8.85"

Approximate Weight:

• Net: 4.3 lbs. with standard battery
• Shipping: 15 lbs.

Warranty Information:

• Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer):
  • Limited Warranty and Onsite Service: 1 Year Limited Warranty with Onsite Service
  • Telephone Support: Toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24-hours, 7- days-a-week⁶.
    • Hardware: One Year
    • Software and Operating System: 90 Days
  • Online and Email Support: Support available from http://www.esupport.sony.com

Download Files:

• Manufacturer Warranty Information (.gif)
• Specification Sheet (.pdf)
• User Guide (VGN-S500 Series) (.pdf)

Manufacturer's Model Number: VGN-S560P/B

Sony PCs use genuine Microsoft® Windows® Operating Systems. www.microsoft.com/piracy/howtotell

Footnotes:

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 compatible WIRELESS LAN access point, sold separately. Internet connection may require fees.
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
5. Supports Memory Stick PRO™ high-capacity media. Does not support MagicGate™ functionality.
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. Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.
8. Does not support Memory Stick® media and Memory Stick PRO™ media using the MagicGate™ function. Supports memory cards with capacities 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 prtection 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.
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. NVIDIA® TurboCache™ technology combines the size and Bandwidth of video memory and dynamically available system memory for optimal system performance.
    
    

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. Preinstalled 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. Weights and measurements are approximate.

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