VGN-TXN27CN
VAIOTX Series Notebook PC
ULTRA PORTABLE AND DURABLE. The luxuriously sleek and ultra-portable VAIO TX notebook boasts an incredibly small and lightweight form-factor encased in super-durable carbon fiber. This best-inclass PC weighs only 2.84 lbs 13 , is less than 1 thin3 , and features an incredible 4-10 hours of battery life8.
EXCEPTIONAL FEATURES. The VAIO TX Notebook features a generous 11.1" WXGA widescreen LCD display 11 with Sonys original XBRITE LCD technology and white LED backlight for higher brightness levels than standard displays. The result: deeper blacks, brighter whites, true-to-life color, and razor-sharp detail. And with the anti-reflective coating to minimize reflection, you can enjoy a beautifully clear image from almost any viewing angle.
MESSAGING. Sleek, slim and ultra portable with a durable razor-thin LCD panel. Convenient connectivity using built - in WLAN4 and Bluetooth technology. 4-10 hours of standard battery life 8 for increased productivity on the go. 11.1" WXGA widescreen display 11 with XBRITE LCD technology and white LED backlight for brilliant colors and clarity. Peace-of-mind security features include biometric fingerprint sensor and G-Sensor Shock Protection. Advanced DVDR Double Layer/DVDRW drive6 for enhanced storage and multimedia capabilities. Instant entertainment so you can enjoy movies and music without booting up the operating system.
The sleek VAIOTX Notebook is truly ultra-portable at 2.84 lbs13 with four to ten hours of standard battery life8 , a built-in CD/DVD burner6 , and durable carbon-fiber casing.

Specifications

General
Computer Type: Notebook Type of Use: Ultra Portable Action Buttons: DVD/CD (Instant On) Play/Pause/Stop, Volume, Mute, Wireless On/Off Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad Security: Biometric Fingerprint Sensor Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2 compliant
XBRITE LCD Technology: Yes

Graphics

Processor: IntelGraphics Media Accelerator 950 Video RAM: 224MB Total Available Graphics Memory12 Chipset: Intel945GMS Interface: VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor

Inputs and Outputs

Ethernet Port: 1 Headphone Jack: 1 i.LINKInterface: 1 (4-pin) interface7 (IEEE 1394) Memory StickMedia Slot: 1 Modem Jack: 1 Secure Digital Slot: 1 Microphone Input: 1 Port Replicator Connector(s): 1 (Bottom) USB Port(s): 2 (2.0 compliant) VGA Output(s): 1 DC-In: 1

Color: Charcoal Black

Hardware
Keyboard: QWERTY (82 keys with 1.7mm stroke and 17mm pitch)

Processor

Type: IntelCore Solo Processor U1500 Ultra Low Voltage Speed: 1.33GHz 1 Front Side Bus Speed: 533MHz L2 Cache: 2MB Technology: IntelCentrinoMobile Technology

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: IntelPRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection (802.11a/b/g)4 BluetoothTechnology: Integrated Bluetooth Technology5

Memory

Type: DDR2 Installed:1GB (512x2) PC2-4200 Maximum:1.5GB (1.0GB + 512GB) Speed: 533MHz

Hard Drive

Capacity: 80GB 2 Speed: 4200rpm Interface: Ultra ATA Impact Protection: G-Sensor Shock Protection - Hard Disk Drive Protection
Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS5A) Estimated Battery Life: 4.0-10.0 hours8 Power Requirements: 68W+10%
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. Measured at its narrowest point. 4. Requires 802.11a, 802.11b or 802.11g compatible access point. Some functionality may require internet services which may require a fee. 5. Interoperability among Bluetooth devices varies. 6. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible. 7. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate products containing an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other. 8. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. Battery life will be shorter when using the Instant Mode features. 9. See actual Limited Warranty for details. 10. 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. 11. Viewable area measured diagonally. 12. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new WIndows Vista classification of graphics memory, witch is the Dedicated Video Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory. Shared System Memory veries depending on the oerating condition and system memory size. 13. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

Optical Drive #1

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. CD-R Write: 24x max. CD-RW Write: 16x max. DVDRW: Yes6 (DVDR DL/DVDRW/DVD-RAM Drive) CD Read: 24x max. DVD Read: 8x max. DVD-RAM Write: 5x max. DVD-R DL Write: 4x max. DVD-RAM Read: 5x max.

Software

Operating System: Windows Vista Business Internet Services: SonyOriginal Software: Click to DVD- DVD Creation
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: 1 Year 9 Telephone Support: 1 year
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. 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick, XBRITE, G-Sensor, Memory Stick PRO, MagicGate, Click to DVD, Sony logo, VAIO logo, XBRITE logo, like.no.other and VAIO are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks and Windows Vista is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Expansion Slots

Multimedia Card Reader: Memory Stick PRO (with MagicGatefunctionality) Secure Digital Media PCMCIA (Type I and Type II card slot with CardBus support)

Dimensions

Weight: 2.84 lbs13 with standard battery Measurements: 10.7 (W) X 0.83 -1.23 (H) X 7.7 (D) 13
Sound System: Windowssound system compatible DolbyHeadphone DolbyVirtual Speaker Built-in stereo speakers

Supplied Accessories

Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS5A) AC Adapter (VGP-AC16V8) Power Cord

Display

Screen or Display Technology: WXGA LCD Screen Size: 11.1" Razor-Thin Panel11 LED backlight for brilliant colors and clarity Resolution: 1366x768

Optional Accessories

Additional standard battery (VGP-BPS5A) Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL5A) Additional AC adapter (VGP-AC16V8) Port Replicator (VGP-PRTXN1) BluetoothLaser Mouse (VGP-BMS33B) Privacy Filter (VGP-FL11)
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Specifications

Model Platform VGN-TX46GP/W Intel Centrino Mobile Technology Intel Core Operating System Processor System Bus Memory Bus Cache Memory Main Memory
Sony recommends Windows XP Professional.

VGN-TX46GP/W

Solo Processor U1300 (1.06GHz)
Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel 945GMS Express Chipset
Genuine Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2 (English version) Multilanguage User Interface (pre-installed Traditional Chinese) 533MHz 400MHz / 533MHz*3 L1 Cache: 64KB L2 Cache: 2MB (on CPU) 512MB DDR2 SDRAM (512MB on board, upgradeable up to 1.5GB)*SO-DIMM slot
Intel Centrino Mobile Technology

Hard Disk Optical Drive

60GB (HDD recovery storage: 7GB*5, C: 40GB, D: Remain) Ultra ATA/100 DVD
Maximum reading speed: DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL: 4x / DVD-ROM: 8x / DVD-RAM: 2x / CD-RW: 12x / CD-R, CD-ROM: 24x Maximum writing speed: DVD-RW, DVD-RAM: 2x / DVD+R DL, DVD+RW: 2.4x / DVD+R, DVD-R: 4x / CD-RW: 10x / CD-R: 24x Graphics Accelerator Video Memory Display Interfaces Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 Maximum 128MB (shared with main memory) 11.1 Wide (WXGA: 1366 x 768) TFT colour display (Clear Bright LCD: White LED, Wide View)
USB 2.0 x 2*7 i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 (4 pin) Network (RJ-45) connector (100BASE-TX/10BASE-T) Headphone jack (stereo mini) Microphone jack (stereo mini) Monitor connector (Analogue RGB, mini D-sub 15 pin) Modular (RJ-11) connector Port Replicator connector Memory Stick slot*8 (Standard/Duo Size compatible, MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO compatible, High-speed data transfer compatible) SD Memory Card slot*9 (MMC card compatible)

VAIO TX

Wireless LAN
Integrated Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/802.11b/802.11g*10 Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Data rate: maximum 11Mbps (802.11b)/54Mbps (802.11a/g)*11 Frequency: 5GHz (802.11a), 2.4GHz (802.11b/g)
Bluetooth Modem Security Chip Fingerprint Sensor PC Card Slot Audio Keyboard / Input Device Battery Dimensions (W x H x D) s Weight Software Applications
Bluetooth standard version 2.0+EDR*11 Output: maximum +6dBm Frequency: 2.4GHz V.92 and V.90 Compliant TCG Ver 1.2 compliant Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Built-in Fingerprint Sensor Type I/II x 1 Intel High Definition Audio compatible 3D audio (Direct Sound 3D support) Built-in stereo speakers 17mm Key pitch / 1.7mm Key stroke 82 Keys Intelligent Touchpad VGP-BPS5A*12 Lithium-ion battery: up to 10 hours of use*13 272.4 x 21-28.5 x 195.1mm 1.25kg (including the supplied battery) AV Entertainment: VAIO Zone 1.4, Image Converter 2 Plus, Instant Mode 1.1 Video Edit/Playback: DVgate Plus 2.2, Adobe Premiere Elements 2.0, VAIO Edit Components 6.0, WinDVD 5 for VAIO DVD Creation: Click to DVD 2.5 Music: SonicStage CP 4.0, SonicStage Mastering Studio 2.2, SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter 2.0 Still Image/Photo: PictureGear Studio 2.0, Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0 (Installer) Home Network: VAIO Media 5.0 Tool: Roxio DigitalMedia SE 7, Adobe Reader 7, Norton Internet Security 2006 Utilities: VAIO Control Center 1.1, VAIO HDD Protection 1.1, Infineon TPM Professional Package 2.5 (Installer), Protector Suite QL 5.3 Support: VAIO Recovery Utility 2.6, VAIO Update 2.1

Supplied Accessories Warranty
AC adapter (VGP-AC16V8) Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS5A) Headphone (MDR-Q22LP/S02) One year*14
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. *1 CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions. *2 Intel Virtualization Technology is not supported. *3 Set to 400MHz at initial shipment settings. It can be adjusted to 533 MHz. *4 By adding one 1GB memory module. *5 Necessary data for recovery (setting back to initial shipment settings) in the hard disk drive consuming approximately 7GB in size is available separately. *6 This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. Please be aware that the audio side (non-DVD side) of a DualDisc may not play on this product because it does not conform to the CD Standard. *7 High-speed/Full-speed/Low speed compatible. *8 Compatibility confirmed with Sony branded Memory Stick media only. *9 Does not support SD cards copyright technology. *10 Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference. Taking this into consideration, the IEEE 802.11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communication with IEEE 802.11b products. When the communication speed is not as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed. *11 The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use. In addition, communication may be cut off depending on the radio conditions. *12 This product may only function with a genuine Sony battery designed for this model. *13 Estimated battery life (under JEITA Battery Run Time Measurement Method (ver.1.0).) When the power-saving mode is on. Actual battery life may vary with different operating conditions and settings. For further details, please visit vaio-online.sony.com *14 Warranty conditions may vary by region. The trademarks, including but not limited to SONY, VAIO, Memory Stick and SonicStage are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. Adobe, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Reader and Adobe Premiere are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Centrino, Centrino Logo, Core Inside, Intel, Intel Logo, Intel Core, Intel Inside, Intel Inside Logo and Intel SpeedStep are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. All other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Whilst information given is true at time of printing, small production changes in the course of our companys policy of improvement through research and design might not necessarily be included in the specifications. E&OE. Actual models may differ slightly in appearance to illustrations provided.

1. AV Mode button 2. Play/Pause button 3. Stop button 4. Previous track button 5. Next track button 6. Disc eject button 7. Indicators 8. Network (RJ-45) connector (100BASE-TX/10BASE-T) 9. DC-IN connector 10. i.LINK (IEEE1394) S400 (4 pin) connector 11. Fingerprint sensor 12. USB 2.0 connector 13. PC Card slot (Type I/II x 1) 14. PC Card eject button 15. Modular (RJ-11) connector 16. USB 2.0 connector 17. Memory Stick slot
(Standard/Duo Size compatible, MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO compatible, high-speed data transfer compatible)
18. SD card slot (MMC card compatible) 19. Wireless LAN switch 20. Mute button 21. Volume buttons 22. Headphone jack (stereo mini) 23. Microphone jack (stereo mini) 24. DVDRW/+R DL/RAM Drive 25. Manual eject hole 26. Disc eject button 27. Monitor connector (Analogue RGB, mini D-sub 15 pin)
Platinum styling. Entertaining possibilities in motion.
This product is Windows Vista Capable PC. Buying a new PC that is Windows VistaTM Capable enables you to upgrade, once available, to the next version of Microsoft Windows and the future of computing. For more information, please access: http://www.css.ap.sony.com/vaio/vista
Not all Windows VistaTM features are available for use on all Windows Vista Capable PCs. All Windows Vista Capable PCs will run the core experiences of Windows Vista, such as innovations in organizing and finding information, security, and reliability. Some features available in premium editions of Windows Vista like the new Windows AeroTM user interface require advanced or additional hardware. Check www.windowsvista.com/getready for details.
Optional Accessories for VGN-TX46GP/W
(availability depends on region)

VGP-PRTX1

Port Replicator

VGP-UMS50

DC-IN Monitor connector (Analogue RGB, mini D-sub 15 pin) Network connector USB 2.0 connector (x3)
USB Optical Mouse Stylish, easy-to-use sloping design Innovative PTFE sole for precise operation Sensor resolution: 800 dots per inch

VGP-BPL5A

Lithium-ion Battery

VGP-CKTX1

Carrying Case
Rechargeable battery Up to 16 hours battery life*13
Perfect size for VAIO TX Ideal slim, lightweight PC case Seven layer cushioning fabric Soft, luxurious feel in hand

vaio-online.sony.com

Powerful software for creative minds.

DVD CREATION

With Click to DVD, youre only a click away from creating your own photo, movie + photo, or video DVD on DVDR/RW, DVD+R DL, or DVDRAM disc. You can also create 5.1 surround sound DVDs. Moreover, Roxio DigitalMedia SE lets you back up audio, image, and data files on CDs and DVDs.

Click to DVD

Roxio DigitalMedia SE

CONTENT BROWSER

VAIO Zone lets you seamlessly enjoy CDs, DVDs, music, photos, videos and other AV files through a single interface. And VAIO Media software enables AV files on your VAIO to be accessed and played by other VAIO Media-installed VAIO notebooks and PCs on your home network.

VAIO Zone

VAIO Media

MOVIES

M o v e a h e a d w i t h p o w e r, p l e a s u r e a n d e l e g a n t s t y l e.
VAIO TX46GP/W is built for high-level pleasure as well as performance. With renowned Intel Centrino Mobile Technology and built-in wireless capabilities, it gives you freedom and versatility, while super slim dimensions and platinum white casing complement your style. Innovative functions give you smooth, swift AV access. Leading security features like a fingerprint sensor help secure your data in the office and on the move. And numerous design refinements ensure stress-free operation: VAIO HDD Protection even helps prevent hard disk scratches if the body gets bumped. Add elegance and enjoyment to computing on the move with the ultra stylish, ultra portable VAIO TX46GP/W.

VGN-T X46GP/W

A mobile offering more than style
The VAIO TX46GP/W gives you the performance you need on the move. Its VGP-BPS5A battery delivers up to 10 hours* of productivity, or up to an impressive 16 hours* with the optional VGP-BPL5A battery. Proven performance is underscored by next-generation Intel Centrino Mobile Technology comprising an Intel Core Solo Processor U1300 (1.06GHz), an Intel 945GMS Express Chipset and Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection. Wireless LAN a/b/g capability is builtin as standard, and Bluetooth headset support adds versatile communicative capability.
* Estimated battery life under JEITA Battery Run Time Measurement Method (ver. 1.0) when the power-saving mode is on. Actual battery life may vary with different operating conditions and settings.
Security for assured mobility
VAIO TX46GP/W has many security features to prevent unauthorised access and ensure your mobile PC lifestyle. Hard Disk Password protects sensitive HDD data for one level of security. The biometric fingerprint sensor allows for another, with easy yet unmistakable ID recognition, circumventing the need for passwords. Further data protection for your VAIO TX46GP/W comes from secure encryption and decryption of files and folders via the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security chip and bundled software utility.

Import videos from a Handycam*, trim and edit them, or export them to a Handycam* with DVgate Plus. Use Adobe Premiere Elements with VAIO DVgate Plus Edit Components to add transitions and effects like sparkles.

Adobe Premiere Elements

PHOTOS
Import images from your digital camera via USB cable or Memory Stick, then edit the files with Adobe Photoshop Elements. Use PictureGear Studio to place them in chronological order with Calendar View, create a slideshow, or create a photo album and print it or attach it to email.

Adobe Photoshop Elements

PictureGear Studio
Import music from the Net or CDs with SonicStage CP. Then transfer it to a Walkman* or burn your own original CDs. SonicStage Mastering Studio lets you import analogue music (Roland EDIROL AUDIO capture UA-25* or UA101* USB audio interface device required) and edit it with high-quality effector modules before recording on a CD. SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter can enhance any sound played on VAIO and provides excellent headphone presets.

SonicStage CP

SonicStage Mastering Studio
An excellent 11.1 wide AV experience
Despite being so surprisingly slim, the VAIO TX46GP/W is big on entertainment. Employing white LEDs for the backlight, the 11.1 wide LCD (16:9 / WXGA: 1366 x 768) delivers excellent DVD viewing performance beyond its weight and dimensions. Instant Mode can be activated at the press of a button, so you can enjoy CDs and DVDs without waiting to boot up. Furthermore, the SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter enables excellent audio production through recommended headphones (for example, MDR-Q22LP/S02 supplied with VAIO TX46GP/W). DVDRW/+R DL/RAM writing capability adds to options for creative output. Impressive, entertaining, inspiring thats the VAIO TX46GP/W.
SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter
DVD video recording: One-Click DVD Video Creation Instant ID recognition: Fingerprint Sensor
Beautiful viewing: Clear Bright LCD
(White LED, Wide View) / Wide 16:9
Ultra light weight: 1.25kg
Network freedom: Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g Content sharing: Memory Stick Slot
(Standard/Duo/MagicGate/PRO compatible)
Cable-free: Bluetooth Simple entertainment access: AV Control Buttons
Superior material: Carbon Body Theatre sound quality: Dolby Virtual Speaker / Dolby Headphone
Handy presentation: Plug & Display
Assured security: TPM Security Chip / Hard Disk Password
Scratch prevention: VAIO HDD Protection
Optional accessory: Port Replicator

/ SD Card Slot

Intel Core Solo Processor U1300 (1.06GHz)
Genuine Windows XP Professional

11.1 WXGA 1366 x 768 LCD

DVDRW/ +R DL/RAM Drive

512MB (DDR2) Main Memory

60GB Hard Disk Drive
* Availability depends on region. Note: Any copying or reproduction of copyrighted material may amount to copyright infringement. Song titles, names of artists and other information shown in the SonicStage screen capture are provided for illustrative purposes only.