PCG-V505GP

The pinnacle of mobility

PCG-V505GP-INSIDE
The worlds mobile flagship has it all
The supremely slim and elegant VAIO V505 delivers the leading-edge performance of Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor-M. Clocked at 2.2GHz, and cooled by Sonys Discrete Cooling System, it will empower you to new heights of creativity and efficiency. VAIO V505 excels at versatility as well, squeezing a Combo Drive, Wireless LAN and much more into its remarkably sleek 1.99kg body. Easy to carry with you wherever you go, the highperformance VAIO V505 is truly the pinnacle of mobility.

Streamlined elegance

Refined craftsmanship and convenience are clearly apparent in every detail of VAIO V505s slim, stylish body.

High performance

Cutting-edge Mobile Intel Pentium4-M
VAIO V505 features a Mobile Intel Pentium 4-M CPU optimised for processor-intensive multimedia tasks. With its 2.2GHz clock speed and integrated Intel SpeedStep technology, it boosts performance while consuming less energy. Moreover, VAIO V505s highly efficient Discrete Cooling System quietly ensures that the CPU always performs at its peak.

Accelerated architecture

From its very conception, the compact VAIO V505 was designed to deliver accelerated performance. Its 400MHz system bus is triple the speed of conventional systems, while its dual memory slots allow a maximum 1GB* of DDR266 SDRAM double the conventional speed and capacity. Speedy frame rates are also ensured by a high-performance ATI MOBILITY RADEON graphics accelerator.
* By adding another 512MB memory module.

Refined for mobility

Easy wireless communications
Wireless LAN Access is built right into VAIO V505, allowing outdoor broadband connection for mobile Net surfing, e-mail, image uploading and more in cafs, restaurants, shopping malls, hotels, airports and stations wherever LAN Access Points are provided. Its an extraordinary new level of freedom! Moreover, you can set up your own 2.4GHz wireless LAN Access Point at home or your office, enabling your VAIO in the vicinity to share videos, images and music!

Shopping malls

Airports

Stations Cafs Hotels

Slim built-in Combo Drive
Slim enough to fit within the compact dimensions of the VAIO V505, the versatile Combo Drive lets you watch DVDs, read CDs (24x), write CD-R discs (8x) and write CD-RW discs (4x) wherever you go without using a dock. Extremely reliable and efficient, the Combo Drive also features Buffer Under-run Error protection that helps ensure fast, error-free CD recording every time.

User-friendly controls

The keyboard is designed for serious typing. Its two-tone colour scheme simplifies recognition of individual keys, and all keys are slightly curved to ergonomically fit your fingertips. Flush surfaced and refined, without beveled edges, the newly designed touch pad also contributes to streamlined operation. Both click buttons are curved and the right click button is ribbed for easy tactile recognition.

Long-lasting batteries

Up to 5 continuous hours of operation are supplied by the standard (48.84Wh) battery a nearly 30% improvement in capacity. An optional, large-capacity (97.68Wh) battery (PCGA-BP4V) is also available that offers up to 10 hours of operation. Bring it along to keep your VAIO going strong during heavy duty usage.

Sleek AC adapter

The slim, lightweight design of this compact AC adapter makes it easy to carry wherever you go. Designed by Sony, it features the VAIO brand logo and illuminates at the connector whenever power is being utilised.

12.1 XGA (1024x768) TFT Colour Display

Wireless LAN Switch

Power Button

Built-in Stereo Speakers

Broad connectivity

Digital AV solution

VAIO V505s i.LINK connector provides a speedy, direct link between your Digital Handycam* and VAIO V505s editing capabilities, which let you edit images for photo albums or create CD/MD labels with Sonys DigitalPrint application. Using Sonys SonicStage software, you can also transfer recorded music to a MagicGate Memory Stick for playback on a Memory Stick Walkman* or CLI handheld*. MagicGate technology is copyright protected and makes the process smooth and speedy.
* Availability depends on region. Not all CLI handhelds support music playback.
DC-IN Connector Monitor Connector (VGA, D-sub 15 pin) USB 2.0 Connector Headphone Jack (stereo) Microphone Jack (monaural) i.LINK (IEEE1394) S400 (4pin) Connector PC Card Slot (Type I/IIx1) Indicators Intelligent Touchpad MagicGate Memory Stick Direct Slot

Keeping you connected

VAIO V505 is well equipped to link with your peripherals and allow data to be accessed and shared in all sorts of ways. Enjoy broad connectivity with direct LAN and modular connections, two USB 2.0 ports and an external monitor port that connects with projectors or TVs. Or link with a world of Sony products designed to work in harmony with VAIO V505. Wide-ranging connections accommodate your needs. Rear
MagicGate Memory Stick Direct Slot CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive Modular (RJ-11) Connector CD-RW/DVD-ROM Eject Button USB 2.0 Connector (x2) Network (RJ-45) Connector (100BASE-TX/10BASE-T)
Port Replicator with easy typing angle
When using VAIO V505 at your office or home, the optional Port Replicator lets you quickly connect with peripherals. Simply attach VAIO V505 to connect, or detach it to go mobile. The new user-friendly design maintains a low keyboard angle for easy typing. Expanded connections include a DVI-D port for crystal-clear output to digital monitors, 3 USB 2.0 ports (making a total of 5) and VGA out, LAN, Printer, and DC-IN terminals.
Monitor Connector (VGA, D-sub 15 pin) USB 2.0 Connector Printer Connector USB 2.0 Connector (x2) Network Connector Monitor Connector (DVI-D) DC-IN Connector

Optional Port Replicator

Sony recommends Microsoft Windows XP Professional for Mobile Computing.
Built-in VAIO software gives you the power to create more.
If you can imagine it, you can create it with a VAIO. VAIO V505s software makes professional level image editing and manipulation simple and fun for everyone. Animated movies, music videos, digital photo albums, holiday greeting cards, interactive e-mail theyre all possible with just a few clicks.

COMMUNICATION Network Smart Capture
Sonys original Network Smart Capture is a handy tool for visual communication. It allows you to capture still and moving images from a Digital Handycam connected via i.LINK cable or optional Visual Communication Camera (PEGA-UVC10). From there, your images can be easily attached to e-mail. Network Smart Capture also features Fixed Point Observation mode, which enables you to take images automatically at intervals with a Web camera. The images can be uploaded in real time to your own Web site.

MOVIES DVgate

Connect a Sony Digital Handycam to your VAIO via i.LINK and DVgate software provides an editing suite of three easy to use creative tools. DVgate Motion controls the attached DV device for two-way image transfer. DVgate Assemble finds the in/out points of each shot, lets you snip off the parts you dont need, and edit (assemble) them into a desired sequence. DVgate Still captures still images from a DV camera and even automatically extracts a sequence of stills from a video clip.
PHOTOS PictureGear Studio
Sonys original PictureGear Studio is a comprehensive image file management, viewing, editing and printing program. You can import digital images from various sources. Dress them up with handwritten notes, drawings and stamps. Organise them as you like and create photo albums, slideshows, calendars, postcards or labels for CDs and MiniDisks (MDs). Then print out your images or e-mail them to friends. The five-function launcher and user-friendly interface make operation a breeze!

Adobe Photoshop Elements

Creating and editing your digital images for print or posting on the Web has never been easier with Adobe Photoshop Elements. These state-of-the-art image editing tools free you to explore your creativity. With a set of flexible image capture options you can create a totally original look with the photos you have taken with a digital or traditional camera. And with versatile delivery features, you have more choices in what you can do print, e-mail or post on the Web for all to see.

MUSIC SonicStage

Personalise your music with Sony's original music software. Download music easily from the Internet, and record/store music freely on your HD for play like a jukebox. When you want music to go, just "check out" tracks onto a Memory Stick for a portable audio device. The Net MD standard support rapid data transfer to MiniDisks. Also create original CDs, and even make MP3 CDs by collecting MP3 files registered as a play list to record approximately 15 hours of music in a single CD-R disc.

Specifications

Model Microprocessor Chipset Processor System Bus Cache Memory Main Memory Hard Disk PCG-V505GP Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor 2.20GHz-M* Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Intel 845MP Chipset 400MHz L2 Cache: 512KB (on chip) 512MB DDR-SDRAM (upgradeable up to 1GB)**, 2 SO-DIMM slots (one slot is used by a pre-installed 512MB memory module.) 40GB (C:15GB, D:25GB) Ultra ATA/100 Maximum reading speed: CD-ROM, CD-R: 24x DVD-ROM: 8x Maximum writing speed: CD-R: 8x CD-RW: 4x Dual display compatible 3D graphics acceleration compatible ATI Technologies Inc. MOBILITY RADEON 16MB 12.1" XGA (1024 x 768) TFT colour display USB 2.0 x 2*** i.LINK (IEEE1394) S400 (4 pin) Network (RJ-45) connector (100BASE-TX/10BASE-T) Headphone jack (stereo) Microphone jack (monaural) Monitor connector (VGA, D-sub 15 pin) Modular (RJ-11) connector Port Replicator connector MagicGate Memory Stick Direct Slot (Memory Stick PRO)**** Integrated Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b Data rate: maximum 11Mbps Range: 10m - 100m Frequency: 2.4GHz V.90 and V.92 compliant Type I/II x 1, CardBus support Windows sound system compatible AC97 compliant Software MIDI sound generator Stereo speakers ca 18mm Key pitch/ca 2mm Key stroke 83 Keys Intelligent Touchpad PCGA-BP2V Lithium-ion battery: Up to 2.5 to 5.0 hours of use***** 277.0 x 33.5 - 35.0 x 242.4mm Approx. 1.99 kg (including the supplied battery) Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Professional (English version) Multilanguage User Interface (pre-installed Traditional Chinese) Software Applications: Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.1 Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0 InterVideo WinDVD 4 for VAIO RealNetworks RealOne Player Sony DVD Region Setting Utility 1.1 Sony DVgate 2.6 Sony Network Smart Capture 1.2 Sony SonicStage 1.5 for VAIO Sony PictureGear Studio 1.0 Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2003 AC adapter (PCGA-AC16V6) Lithium-ion battery (PCGA-BP2V) One year******

CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive

Graphics Accelerator Video Memory Display Interfaces Wireless LAN Modem PC Card Slot Audio Keyboard/Input Device Battery Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight

Included Software

Supplied Accessories Warranty
* CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions. ** By adding another 512MB memory module. *** High-speed/Full-speed/Low-speed compatible. **** Does not support high speed data transfer with parallel interface. Supports MagicGate copyright protection technology. MagicGate copyright protection technology cannot be applied to Memory Stick PRO. ***** Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary by usage. ****** Warranty conditions may vary by country or region.

The trademarks, including but not limited to SONY, VAIO, and Memory Stick are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. Intel, Pentium and SpeedStep are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. 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.

Optional Accessories

PCGA-PRV1

Port Replicator

PCGA-UMS5

USB Optical Mouse

PCGA-AC16V6

AC Adapter

Diverse connections: Network (RJ-45) connector (100BASE-TX/10BASE-T), Printer port (D-sub 25 pin), Monitor connector (DVI-D), Monitor connector (VGA, D-sub 15 pin), USB 2.0 connector (x3)
Stylish, comfortable form Maintenance-free optical design Sensor resolution: 800 dots per inch
Universal voltage compatible: AC100 240V

PCGA-UFD5

USB Floppy Disk Drive

PCGA-BP4V

Lithium-ion Battery

PCGA-CP5V

Carrying Pouch
Direct connection to USB connector
Rechargeable battery Capacity: Up to 5.5 to 10 hours of use*
Debossed VAIO Iogo Comes with Mini Pouch for VAIO accessories
* Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary by usage.

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PCG-V505MP-COVER
Powerful software for creative minds.
Almost anything you can imagine, you can create and communicate on VAIO. Powerful software capabilities make professional level image editing and music production simple and fun for everyone.
Sony recommends Microsoft Windows XP.

Specifications

Model Operating System Microprocessor Chipset PCG-V505MP Microsoft Windows XP Professional (English version) Multilanguage User Interface (pre-installed Traditional Chinese) Intel Centrino mobile technology Intel Pentium M Processor 1.50GHz* - Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Intel 855PM Chipset 400MHz 333MHz L1 Cache: 64KB L2 Cache: 1MB (on chip) 512MB DDR SDRAM (upgradeable up to 2GB)**, 2 SO-DIMM slots (The pre-installed memory module uses one) 40GB (C: 15GB, D: 25GB) Ultra ATA/100 Maximum reading speed: CD-R, CD-ROM: 24 / DVD-ROM: 8 Maximum writing speed: CD-R: 16 / CD-RW: 10 Dual display compatible 3D graphics acceleration compatible ATI Technologies Inc. MOBILITY RADEON 9200 32MB 12.1" XGA (1024 768) TFT colour display USB 2.0 2*** i.LINK (IEEE1394) S400 (4 pin) Network (RJ-45) connector (100BASE-TX/10BASE-T) Headphone jack (stereo) Microphone jack (monaural) Monitor connector (VGA, D-SUB 15 pin) Modular (RJ-11) connector Port Replicator connector MagicGate Memory Stick direct slot (Memory Stick PRO)**** Integrated Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b Data rate: maximum 11Mbps Range: 10m100m Frequency: 2.4GHz V.90 and V.92 compliant TypeI/II 1, CardBus Support Windows sound system compatible AC97 compliant Software MIDI sound generator Stereo speakers ca 18mm Key pitch / ca 2mm Key stroke 83 Keys Intelligent Touchpad PCGA-BP2V Lithium-ion battery: Up to 4 to 7 hours of use***** 277.0 33.535.0 242.4mm Approx. 1.99kg (including the supplied battery) Software Applications: Adobe Acrobat Reader 6 Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0 Adobe Premiere 6 LE Apple QuickTime 6.1 InterVideo WinDVD 4 for VAIO RealNetworks RealOne Player Sony DVgate Plus 1.1 Sony Network Smart Capture 1.2 Sony Notebook Setup 3.4 Sony PictureGear Studio 2.0 Sony SonicStage 1.6 for VAIO Sony SonicStage Mastering Studio 1.1 Sony VAIO Edit Components 3.0 LE Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2003 AC adapter (PCGA-AC16V6) Lithium-ion battery (PCGA-BP2V) One year******

PCG-V505MP

DVgate Plus
Sony s original DVgate Plus software allows high-precision digital importing, editing and exporting of movies in various movie formats. You can import movies from DV or MICROMV Handycams* by simply connecting and using the one click button. Imported scenes can then be cut and connected, or edited further via Adobe Premiere 6 LE. Finally, your edited movies can be exported to DV or MICROMV Handycam equipment (MPEG1 and MPEG2 file export also possible). DVgate Plus makes every step easy.

SonicStage

Personalise your music with Sony s original SonicStage music software. Download music easily from the Internet and record/store music freely on your hard disk for play like a jukebox. When you want music to go , just check out tracks onto a Memory Stick for a portable audio device. The Net MD standard supports rapid data transfer to MiniDisks. Also create original CDs, and even make MP3 CDs by collecting MP3 files registered as a play list to record approximately 15 hours of music in a single CD-R disc.
Processor System Bus Memory Bus Cache Memory Main Memory Hard Disk CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Graphics Accelerator Video Memory Display Interfaces

The quintessential mobile notebook
Note: Song titles, names of artistes, and other information shown above are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Adobe Premiere 6 LE

This professional video editing software lets you easily create and edit your own Hollywood quality videos. VAIO Edit Components Ver. 3.0, Sony s special plug-in for Premiere, lets you edit MPEG files with ease, monitor images on an i.LINK connected TV during editing, and add any of 34 editable VAIO transitions in addition to the 15 provided by Premiere. It also enables seamless coordination with DVgate Plus, Sony s DV editing software. With VAIO and Adobe Premiere 6 LE, you can finally realise your movie making potential.
SonicStage Mastering Studio
This advanced music mastering software lets you import analogue music - including old LP records and cassette tapes - edit the music, and write your own high-quality optimised CDs. It also lets you save edited music as WAV files and add them to the SonicStage play list. Leading features include Super Bit Mapping, support for recording in a 24bit/96KHz** sampling mode; and four professional third-party effector modules: SONY OXFORD Equalizer, Waves Renaissance Bass, Waves S1 Stereo Imager, and Waves L1 Ultramaximizer.
Wireless LAN Modem PC Card Slot Audio Keyboard/Input Device Battery Dimensions (W H D) Weight

Included Software

MOVIES

Handycam*

Net MD Walkman*
Supplied Accessories Warranty
Video Audio Integrated Operation
* CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions. ** By removing the pre-installed 512MB memory module and adding two 1.0GB memory modules. *** High-speed/Full-speed/Low-speed compatible. **** Supports high speed data transfer with parallel interface. Supports MagicGate copyright protection technology. MagicGate copyright protection technology cannot be applied to Memory Stick PRO. ***** Estimated battery life when the power-saving mode is on. Actual battery life may vary with different operating conditions and settings. ****** Warranty conditions may vary by country. The trademarks, including but not limited to SONY, VAIO, and Memory Stick are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. Intel, Pentium and SpeedStep are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. 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.

Cyber-shot*

Visual Communication Camera*

PHOTOS

COMMUNICATION

PictureGear Studio

Simply by connecting your VAIO with your digital camera via USB cable, or inserting Memory Stick media, you can automatically import photos to VAIO s hard drive. Since photos are displayed as thumbnails on the screen, browsing is a breeze. You can also create a photo album in three steps with Photo Album, then print it out or save it as a PDF file and attach it to email. Or write and draw on your photos, place your photos in chronological order with Calendar View, create screensavers and slideshows with background music, and much more.

Network Smart Capture

Sony s original Network Smart Capture is a handy tool for visual communication. It allows you to capture still and moving images from a Digital Handycam* connected via i.LINK cable or optional Visual Communication Camera (PEGA-UVC10)*. From there, your images can be easily attached to email. Network Smart Capture also features Fixed Point Observation mode, which lets you take images automatically at intervals with a Web camera. The images can be uploaded in real time to your own Web site.

Optional Accessories

PCGA-PRV1

Port Replicator

PCGA-UMS3/V
USB Optical Mouse (Compact)

PCGA-AC16V6

AC Adapter
G Diverse connections: Network (RJ-45) connector (100BASE-TX/10BASE-T), Printer port (D-sub 25 pin), Monitor connector (DVI-D), Monitor connector (VGA, D-sub 15 pin), USB 2.0 connector (x3)
G Sophisticated, dynamic exterior G Maintenance-free optical design G Sensor resolution: 800 dots per inch
G Universal voltage compatible: AC100 240V

PCGA-UFD5

USB Floppy Disk Drive

PCGA-BP4V

Lithium-ion Battery

PCGA-CP5V

Carrying Pouch
G Direct connection to USB connector
G Rechargeable battery Capacity: From 8 to 14 hours of use*****

Adobe Photoshop Elements

Creating and editing your digital images for print or posting on the Web has never been easier, thanks to Adobe Photoshop Elements. These state-of-the-art image editing tools free you to explore your creativity. Using a set of flexible image capture options, you can create a totally original look with the photos you have taken with a digital or traditional camera. And with versatile delivery features, you have more choices in what you can do - print, email or post on the Web for all to see.
G Debossed VAIO Iogo G Comes with Mini Pouch for VAIO accessories
* Availability depends on region. ** EDIROL AUDIO capture UA-5 USB audio interface device from Roland is required.

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PCG-V505MP-INSIDE
The perfect choice for mobile performance
The VAIO V505 satisfies all your mobile needs. With Intel Centrino mobile technology, including a powerful Intel Pentium M Processor 1.50GHz, you can push the boundaries of your creativity while Sonys Discrete Cooling System maintains optimal temperature. With a handy combo drive, it allows you to take advantage of the media that best suits your demands. It also offers the exceptional convenience of Wireless LAN capability, which combines with its super slim dimensions and 1.99kg weight to make the VAIO V505 the perfect choice for mobile performance.
Cutting-edge Intel Centrino mobile technology
VAIO V505 features Intel Centrino mobile technology, which includes a powerful Intel Pentium M Processor 1.50GHz blending maximum performance with minimal power consumption, all within the surprisingly small dimensions of just 277.0mm (W) 33.535.0mm (H) 242.4mm (D)! Moreover, VAIO V505s highly efficient Discrete Cooling System quietly ensures that the CPU offers the best possible performance in a range of different situations. Also, VAIO V505 extends battery time by automatically activating power-saving mode whenever an AC adapter is not detected.

High performance

Accelerated architecture
From its very conception, the compact VAIO V505 was designed to deliver accelerated performance. Its 400MHz system bus is triple the speed of conventional systems, while its dual memory slots allow a maximum 2GB* of DDR SDRAM double the conventional speed and capacity. Speedy frame rates are also ensured by a high-performance ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9200 graphics accelerator.
* By removing the pre-installed 512MB memory module and adding two 1.0GB memory modules.
Built-in stereo speakers Wireless LAN switch Power button 12.1 XGA (1024x768) TFT colour display

Refined for mobility

Easy wireless communications
Wireless LAN Access is built right into VAIO V505, allowing outdoor broadband connection for mobile Net surfing, email, image uploading and more in cafs, restaurants, shopping malls, hotels, airports and stations wherever Wireless LAN Access Points are provided. Its an extraordinary new level of freedom! Moreover, you can set up your own 2.4GHz Wireless LAN Access Point at home or your office, enabling your VAIO in the vicinity to share videos, images and music!

Broad connectivity

Digital AV solution Freedom outdoors
VAIO V505s i.LINK connector provides a speedy, direct link between your Digital Handycam and VAIO V505s editing capabilities, which let you edit images for photo albums or create CD/MD labels with Sonys PictureGear Studio application. Using Sonys SonicStage software, you can also transfer recorded music to a MagicGate Memory Stick for playback on a Memory Stick Walkman or CLI handheld*. MagicGate technology offers copyright protection**, while the MagicGate Memory Stick direct slot makes data transfer both swift and simple.
* Availability depends on region. Not all CLI handhelds support music playback. ** MagicGate copyright protection technology cannot be applied to Memory Stick PRO.
DC-IN connector Monitor connector (VGA, D-sub 15 pin) USB 2.0 connector Headphone jack (stereo) Microphone jack (monaural) i.LINK (IEEE1394) S400 (4 pin) connector PC Card slot (Type I/IIx1) Indicators MagicGate Memory Stick direct slot Intelligent Touchpad
Slim built-in combo drive
Slim enough to fit within the compact dimensions of the VAIO V505, the versatile combo drive lets you watch DVDs, read CDs, write CD-R discs and write CD-RW discs wherever you go without using a dock. Extremely reliable and efficient, the combo drive also features Buffer Under-run Error protection that helps ensure fast, error-free CD recording every time.
User-friendly controls Keeping you connected
The keyboard is designed for serious typing. Its two-tone colour scheme simplifies recognition of individual keys, and all keys are slightly curved to ergonomically fit your fingertips. Flush surfaced and refined, without bevelled edges, the newly designed touch pad also contributes to streamlined operation. Both click buttons are curved and the right click button is ribbed for easy tactile recognition. VAIO V505 is well equipped to link with your peripherals and allow data to be accessed and shared in all sorts of ways. Enjoy broad connectivity with direct LAN and modular connections, two USB 2.0 ports and an external monitor port that connects with projectors. Or link with a world of Sony products designed to work in harmony with VAIO V505. Wide-ranging connections accommodate your needs.
MagicGate Memory Stick direct slot CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo drive
Network (RJ-45) connector (100BASE-TX/10BASE-T) Modular (RJ-11) connector
CD-RW/DVD-ROM eject button USB 2.0 connector (x2)

Long-lasting batteries

4 to 7 continuous hours* of operation are supplied by the standard (48.84Wh) battery. An optional, large-capacity (97.68Wh) battery (PCGA-BP4V) is also available that offers 8 to 14 hours* of operation. Bring it along to keep your VAIO going strong during heavy duty usage.

* Estimated battery life when the power-saving mode is on. Actual battery life may vary with different operating conditions and settings.

Sleek AC adapter

The slim, lightweight design of this compact AC adapter makes it easy to carry wherever you go. Designed by Sony, it features the VAIO brand logo and illuminates at the connector when receiving power. Whats more, an additional PCGA-AC16V6 adapter is also available as an option, making it easy to switch to a second power supply in a different location.
Port Replicator with easy typing angle
When using VAIO V505 at your office or home, the optional Port Replicator lets you quickly connect with peripherals. Simply attach VAIO V505 to connect, or detach it to go mobile. The new user-friendly design maintains a low keyboard angle
Monitor connector (DVI-D)

Optional Port Replicator

Streamlined elegance
Refined craftsmanship and convenience are clearly apparent in every detail of VAIO V505s slim, stylish body.
for easy typing. Expanded connections include a DVI-D port for crystal-clear output to digital monitors, 3 USB 2.0 ports (making a total of 5) and VGA out, LAN, printer, and DC-IN terminals.
USB 2.0 connector Printer connector Monitor connector (VGA, D-sub 15 pin)
DC-IN connector USB 2.0 connector (x2) Network connector
Sonys original DVgate Plus software allows high-precision digital importing, editing and exporting of movies in various movie formats. You can import movies from DV or MICROMV Handycams* by simply connecting and using the one click button. Imported scenes can then be cut and connected, or edited further via Adobe Premiere 6 LE. Finally, your edited movies can be exported to DV or MICROMV Handycam equipment (MPEG1 and MPEG2 file export also possible). DVgate Plus makes every step easy.
Personalise your music with Sonys original SonicStage music software. Download music easily from the Internet and record/store music freely on your hard disk for play like a jukebox. When you want music to go, just check out tracks onto a Memory Stick for a portable audio device. The Net MD standard supports rapid data transfer to MiniDisks. Also create original CDs, and even make MP3 CDs by collecting MP3 files registered as a play list to record approximately 15 hours of music in a single CD-R disc.

This professional video editing software lets you easily create and edit your own Hollywood quality videos. VAIO Edit Components Ver. 3.0, Sonys special plug-in for Premiere, lets you edit MPEG files with ease, monitor images on an i.LINK connected TV during editing, and add any of 34 editable VAIO transitions in addition to the 15 provided by Premiere. It also enables seamless coordination with DVgate Plus, Sonys DV editing software. With VAIO and Adobe Premiere 6 LE, you can finally realise your movie making potential.
Simply by connecting your VAIO with your digital camera via USB cable, or inserting Memory Stick media, you can automatically import photos to VAIOs hard drive. Since photos are displayed as thumbnails on the screen, browsing is a breeze. You can also create a photo album in three steps with Photo Album, then print it out or save it as a PDF file and attach it to email. Or write and draw on your photos, place your photos in chronological order with Calendar View, create screensavers and slideshows with background music, and much more.
Sonys original Network Smart Capture is a handy tool for visual communication. It allows you to capture still and moving images from a Digital Handycam* connected via i.LINK cable or optional Visual Communication Camera (PEGA-UVC10)*. From there, your images can be easily attached to email. Network Smart Capture also features Fixed Point Observation mode, which lets you take images automatically at intervals with a Web camera. The images can be uploaded in real time to your own Web site.