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VAIO TZ Series Notebook PC Wireless beyond hotspots.
CHAMPAGNE GOLD Select VAIO TZ notebooks feature a radiant yet subtle Champagne Gold LCD panel. This alluring color highlights the sophisticated and elegant design of the TZ notebook, drawing attention to its clean lines and slim profile. ULTRA-PORTABLE AND DURABLE The luxuriously sleek and ultra-portable VAIO TZ notebook boasts an incredibly small and lightweight form-factor that features an especially robust carbon-fiber casing for enhanced durability. This best-in-class PC weighs only 2.7 lbs15 , is less than 1 thin3 and features an incredible 4 to 7.5 hours of standard battery life8. EXCEPTIONAL LCD The VAIO TZ notebook features an 11.1"12 WXGA widescreen display with Sonys original XBRITE-HiColor LCD technology with white LED backlight. Sonys innovative backlight technology offers lower power consumption for improved battery life and provides incredibly high brightness levels, amplifying colors and creating clear, crisp pictures that truly pop off the LCD. The result: an amazing 72% color saturation for deeper blacks, brighter whites, true-to-life color and razor-sharp detail. And, with the anti-reflective coating to minimize reflection while providing a wide viewing angle, youll enjoy a beautifully clear image from almost any angle. Its the ideal way to present your work or watch a DVD when youre on the go. INNOVATIVE KEYBOARD DESIGN The VAIO TZ notebook features a thoughtfully redesigned keyboard that showcases an extreme attention to detail. Designed for ease of use and a smart, sophisticated look, the individual keys are slightly raised above an attractive piano-black bezel layer producing a user-friendly touch and feel to the keyboard that creates an improved typing experience. In addition, an extra support layer has been added below the bezel to increase the structural integrity of the keyboard and add stability to the keys, giving them an unwavering up-down motion and making for quieter typing. Details like these not only enhance the look and feel of the TZ notebook, but also reveal the design intelligence and innovation that only Sony can offer. VISUAL COMMUNICATION Backed by Sonys engineering expertise in miniaturization, the VAIO TZ notebook features a wafer-like MOTION EYE camera and microphone built into its 4.7mm razor-thin LCD panel. Stay connected to colleagues, friends and family with real-time video conferencing whether youre in the office, at home or on the go16 with the TZ, a true marvel of technology.
At 2.7 lbs15 (with standard battery) with 4 to 7.5 hours of standard battery life8 and durable carbon-fiber casing, the VAIO TZ notebook is built for ultra-portable performance. And with an 11.display with XBRITE-HiColor LCD technology, an Intel Core 2 Duo processor and 802.11 a/b/g/n4 wireless LAN technology youll be able to stay connected and productive wherever you find yourself.

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VAIO TZ Series Notebook PC

Specifications

General
Computer Type: Notebook Type of Use: Ultra Portable Action Buttons: AV Mode (DVD/CD Instant On) Play/Pause, Stop, Rewind, Fast Forword, Eject, Wireless On/Off Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad Security: Biometric Fingerprint Sensor Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2 compliant

Graphics

Processor: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 Video RAM: 224MB Total Available Graphics Memory13 Chipset: Intel 945GMS Interface: VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor

Inputs and Outputs

Hardware
Keyboard: QWERTY (82 keys with 1.7mm stroke and 17mm pitch) Camera: Built-in MOTION EYE camera and microphone

Processor

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
Port Replicator (VGP-PRTZ1) Bluetooth Presentation Controller (VGP-BRMP10) Privacy Filter (VGP-FL11) Bluetooth GPS Receiver (VGP-BGU1) Bluetooth Laser Mouse in Gold or Black (VGPBMS33/N, VGP-BMS33/B) USB Portable Speaker (VGP-USP1) Leather Protection Case (VGP-CKTZ2) 100GB Portable Hard Drive with Wireless Security (VGP-UHDM10/B) Color: Champagne UPC Code: 027242717299
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 a compatible 802.11a or 802.11b or 802.11g or 802.11n 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 upon usage patterns, product settings, battery and environmental conditions. Upper battery range tested using device for music play-back. Battery life will be shorter when using the Instant Mode features. 9. See actual Limited Warranty for details. For a copy of Sony's warranty, please visit www.esupport.sony.com, call toll-free 888-476-6972 (8884SONYPC), or write to Sony Electronics, 12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913. 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. 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 enduse options and operations. 12. Viewable area measured diagonally. 13. 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. 14. VAIO TZ uses Mobile Intel 945GMS Express Chipsets 15. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary. 16. Internet connection required. Some features may rely on internet service which may require a fee. 17. Subscription with Sprint Mobile Broadband high-speed EV-DO service required. See www.sony.com/sprint for complete offer details, price plans, service terms and conditions, and coverage map. Click the Sprint icon on your BX Series desktop or call 1-877-275-VAIO (8246) for service activation 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, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Sprint and the Moving Forward logo are trademarks of Sprint Nextel. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Printed in U.S.A. 06/07.

Type: Intel Core 2 Duo Processor U7500 Speed: 1.06GHz 1 Front Side Bus Speed: 533MHz L2 Cache: 2MB Technology: Intel Centrino Processor Technology14

Networking/Modem

Memory
Type: DDR2 Installed: 2GB (2x1GB) Maximum: 2GB Speed: 533MHz
Ethernet Protocol: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45) Ethernet Speed: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 modem (RJ-11) Wireless LAN: Intel PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection (802.11a/b/g/n)4 Wireless WAN: Sprint Mobile Broadband service17 BluetoothTechnology: Integrated Bluetooth Technology5

Hard Drive

Capacity: 100GB 2 Speed: 4200rpm Interface: Ultra ATA Impact Protection: G-Sensor Shock Protection - Hard Disk Drive Protection
Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL11) Estimated Battery Life: 4.0-7.5 hours8 Power Requirements: 68W+10%

Software

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-RAM Write: 5x max. DVD-R DL Write: 4x max. DVD-RAM Read: 5x max.
Operating System: Windows Vista Business Internet Services: AOL 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New Users Only Anti-Virus and Recovery Software: Norton Internet Security 2007 60-Day Trial with sypware protection Supplied Software: Microsoft Works 8.5, 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft Office 200711 SonyOriginal Software: Click to DVD - DVD Creation, SmartWi Technology, LocationFree Player. *Please access VAIO Help and Support from your PC for a complete list of software and trial applications.
Service and Warranty Information

Expansion Slots

Multimedia Card Reader: Memory Stick PRO (with MagicGate functionality) Secure Digital Media One ExpressCard /34 Slot
Limited Warranty: 1 Year 9 Telephone Support: 1 year (toll-free assistance, available 24-hours, 7-days-a-week) 10 Online and Email Support: Support available from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO

Dimensions

Sound System: Windows sound system compatible Dolby Headphone Dolby Virtual Speaker Built-in stereo speakers
Weight: 2.7 lbs15 with standard battery Measurements: 10.9"(W) 0.8" - 1.17"(H) 7.8"(D) 15

Supplied Accessories

Display
Screen or Display Technology: WXGA LCD Resolution: 1366x768 XBRITE-HiColor Technology: Yes Candelas: 11.1" Razor-Thin Panel12 LED backlight for brilliant colors and clarity
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL11) AC Adapter (VGP-AC16V13) Power Cord Cleaning cloth

Optional Accessories

Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPXL11) Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC16V10) Additional standard battery (VGP-BPL11) Additional AC adapter(VGP-AC16V13)
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Last Updated: 07/05/2007