Sony VAIO AR Series Digital Studio Notebook Computer - VGN-AR520E

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Sony VAIO AR Series Digital Studio Notebook Computer, Model VGNAR520E

Just glance at the spacious 17" widescreen display and stunning XBRITE-ECO LCD technology and you?ll know that this notebook means business. This beautifully designed multimedia powerhouse features embedded A/V controls for one-touch access to your entertainment and a built-in camera and microphone so you can video chat with friends, family and co-workers. Backed by Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology and featuring an Intel Core™2 Duo processor, this highly capable notebook has the power to do what you want, when you want it. Enjoy the convenience of a CD/DVD burner and the spectacular new look, instant search and automated security features of the Windows Vista™ Home Premium operating system.

Features:

• Multimedia powerhouse with 17” display
  The VAIO® AR notebook combines the convenience and portability of a notebook with the power and performance of a desktop. Featuring a full-sized keyboard and stunning 17" widescreen display8, this multimedia powerhouse is the perfect productivity and entertainment companion. With spectacular XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology, the massive widescreen improves color contrast in your images, video and television content, delivering the ultimate viewing experience
• HD Entertainment
  Whether you’re watching downloaded content in HD or enjoying crystal-clear video captured from your compatible HDV camcorder, the VAIO® AR notebook lets you playback HD15 content on your compatible big screen HDTV with incredibly high level of resolution. An HDMI™ output delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable, providing the optimal digital connection to your compatible TV so you can enjoy your entertainment on the big screen without a myriad of extra cables and wires
• Intel’s best technology for notebooks
  Get the ultimate mobile experience with unparalleled processing speeds, and enhanced wireless connectivity12. The VAIO® AR notebook features Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology, Intel’s latest and best notebook technology to date. Powered by an Intel Core™2 Duo processor, this state-of-the-art technology provides screaming-fast performance and the mobility, power and flexibility you need for high-speed3 wireless computing on-the-go. With Intel Centrino Duo processor technology, you've got the dual-core performance to enjoy a rich multimedia entertainment experience
• Next-generation 802.11n wireless technology
  Introducing the next great advancement in wireless technology, 802.11n. With built-in 802.11n wireless LAN technology3, the VAIO® AR notebook lets you wirelessly surf the web and e-mail3 with greater performance, range and reliability than ever before. 802.11n offers a massive boost in speed and considerably more range than 802.11a/b/g. Connect to compatible hot spots with ease and experience the incredible difference of 802.11n. You can even wirelessly stream video throughout your home or office with blazing-fast speed12. 802.11n is backward compatible with existing networks, so there is no need for any additional hardware or cables, it’s all built-in
• Built-in camera and microphone
  Keeping in touch has never been easier or more fun. The VAIO® AR notebook features an integrated camera and microphone for video messaging with family, friends and coworkers12. Enjoy this feature with free video messaging services and stay connected with user-friendly chat and video mail functions1. The MOTION EYE® camera is discreetly located above the LCD screen to allow easy angle adjustment and natural eye movement while video chatting
• Exquisitely designed
  With its black exterior and sleek profile, the VAIO® AR notebook delivers top-class style and entertainment performance. The chassis is encased in durable and super-lightweight magnesium alloy. This thin-walled, rugged magnesium casing serves as a slender, durable shell, while reducing the weight of the notebook, despite its abundance of high-end hardware and technologies
  

Specifications:

• Computer Type: Notebook
  
• Type of Use: Desktop Replacement
  
• Action Buttons: S1, S2, AV Mode, Volume, Mute, Eject, Play/Pause/Stop, Wireless LAN On/Off, FF and Rewind
  
• Camera: Built-in camera and microphone
  
• Keyboard: QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
  
• Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad
  
• Type: Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T7100
  
• Speed: 1.8GHz
• L2 Cache: 2MB Advanced Smart Cache
  
• Front Side Bus Speed: 800MHz
  
• Technology: Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology
  
• Screen Size: 17"
• Screen or Display Technology: WXGA+
  
• Resolution: 1440x900
  
• XBRITE-ECO™ Technology: Yes
  
• Capacity: 200GB
• Interface: Serial ATA
  
• Speed-2: 4200rpm
  
• Type-2: DDR2 SDRAM
  
• Installed: 2GB (1GBx2) PC2-5300
  
• Speed-3: 667MHZ
  
• Maximum: 4GB
• Processor: NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M GT Graphics Processing Unit
  
• Video RAM: 895MB Total Available Graphics
  
• Chipset: Mobil Intel® PM965 Express Chipset
  
• Interface-2: VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor, HDMI out and S-Video out
  
• Multimedia Card Reader: Supports optional Memory Stick® and Memory Stick DUO™ media5 with MagicGate® functionality and Secure Digital Media (SD) One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support One ExpressCard™ /54 Slot
  
• Sound System: Sony® Sound Reality™ - Audio Enhancer
  
• DVD±RW: Yes
• DVD+R DL Write: 4x max.
  
• 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.
  
• DVD-RAM Write: 5x max.
  
• DVD-RAM Read: 5x max.
  
• DVD Read: 8x max.
  
• CD-R Write: 24x max.
  
• CD-RW Write: 16x max.
  
• CD Read: 24x max.
  
• Headphone Jack: 1
  
• i.LINK® Interface: 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)6
  
• Microphone Input: 1
  
• USB Port(s): 3 (2.0 compliant)
  
• HDMI™ Connection Output(s): 1
  
• S-Video Output(s): 1
  
• S/PDIF Output(s): 1
  
• VGA Output(s): 1
  
• Ethernet Port: 1
  
• Modem Jack: 1
  
• DC-In: 1
  
• Memory Stick® Media Slot: 1
  
• Secure Digital Slot: 1
  
• Express Card™ Slot: /54 x 1
  
• Ethernet Protocol: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
  
• Ethernet Speed: 10Base-T/100Base-TX
  
• Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem with (RJ-11)
  
• Wireless LAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection (802.11a/b/g/n)
• Battery Type: Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS2C)
  
• Estimated Battery Life: 1.5 to 3.5 hours7 with standard battery
  
• Power Requirements: 150W=10%
  
• Operating System: Windows Vista™ Home Premium
  
• Security and Anti-Virus Software: Norton® Internet Security™ 2007 60-Day trial with spyware protection
  
• Supplied Software: Microsoft® Works 8.5 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2007
• Sony® Original Software: Click to DVD® - DVD Creation, LocationFree® Player *Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your PC for a complete list of software applications and trials
• Internet Services: AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New Users Only

Approximate Dimensions:

• Width: 16.4"
  
• Height: 1.32"
  
• Depth: 11.8"

Approximate Weight:

• Unit: 8.4 lbs
• Shipping: 10 lbs

Downloadable (.pdf) Files:

• Specifications

Warranty Information:

• Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer):
  • Limited Warranty and Onsite Service: 1 Year Limited Warranty with Onsite Service
    
  • Telephone Support: 1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/715
    
  • Online and Email Support: Support available from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO

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 a compatible 802.11n access point. Some functionality may require Internet services, which may require a fee
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible
5. Supports Memory Stick PRO™ high-capacity media tested up to 1GB. 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. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions
8. Viewable area measured diagonally
9. 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
10. Use of this Bluetooth enabled product with other devices may vary as not all Bluetooth devices are compatible
11. 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
12. Broadband connection is required along with third party services which may require a subscription fee and other service fees
13. The Microsoft® Office 2007 60-Day Trial software is intended for evaluation purposes only. This trial software is installed on your system and you must activate the software before you can use it. Product activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the software; activation requires Internet access. This software has an expiration date of 60 days from date of first use, at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-use options and operations
14. 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 vaires depending on the operating condition and system memory size
15. 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
16. A portion of the system memory over 3GB available to the operating system

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