The VAIO® Z-Series lets you enjoy Premium Mobility, Power and Style thanks to the Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P8700 processor (2.53GHz) with Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology.

This product is available with a bilingual Operating System, Software and Keyboard.

Design

Features

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Uncompromising design.

At 13.1 inches and just 3.3 pounds, the Z is truly a go-everywhere notebook and a must-have for busy executives. Packed with powerful features like an available Blu-ray Disc™ optical drive and boasting a spacious all-aluminum keyboard, the Z makes no compromises for its slim profile.

All-out performance.

The Z isn't just fast for an ultra-portable PC. Armed with the latest Intel© Centrino© 2 processor and DDR3 memory, it's among the fastest notebooks available today–regardless of size. There's also a revolutionary hybrid graphics system that features on-the-fly switching between the power-saving graphics chip or the dedicated NVIDIA© GeForce© 9300M GS chip for more robust performance.

Business ready.

Built to endure the most grueling business trips, the Z is always travel-ready. Strong, multi-layered carbon fiber defends the LCD's exterior panel while the XBRITE-DuraView™ display uses a special hard coating to minimize scratches. Data protection on select models is provided by G-Sensor™ Shock Protection technology that senses sudden movements and safeguards your important files.

Supreme battery life.

Maximize productivity with up to 6 hours of standard power, or opt for the large-capacity battery for an incredible 8 hours.

Preinstalled with Windows© 7.

Windows© 7 is designed to be more reliable and responsive, making the things you do every day easier.

Ultra portable.Ultra functional.

Over 10 years of Sony research and development in miniaturization has culminated in the VAIO© Z Series notebook. At 13.1"1 and 3.3 pounds, the Z is designed for go-anywhere mobility. An optional high-resolution LCD creates a wider workspace while a spacious keyboard provides a comfortable touch and feel when typing. A host of inputs and outputs enable maximum compatibility with external devices and a switch-on-the-fly hybrid graphics system lets you toggle between internal and external graphics for long battery life or robust multimedia performance?no re-boot necessary.

Built for business:Intel© Centrino© 2 Processor technology.

To stay competitive in today's mobile business landscape, you need to be able to work wherever you find yourself?in an airport, train, client's office, restaurant and more. That's where Intel's latest innovation comes in. Intel© Centrino© 2 processor technology is backed by unprecedented processing power, expanded wireless connectivity12, enhanced multimedia support and greater energy efficiency.

Switch-on-the-fly hybrid graphics system.

Exclusive to the Z, a revolutionary hybrid graphics system lets you set your graphics performance on the fly without needing to reboot. A simple hardware switch enables you to toggle between an internal Mobile Intel© GMA 4500MHD graphics chip for optimal power consumption and an external NVIDIA© GeForce© 9300M GS graphics chip for more robust performance. For big presentations, utilize the more robust setting to bring your on-screen elements to life. But when the presentation's over and it's time to catch up on e-mail before your flight, simply flip the switch?no need to shut down your computer?and utilize the internal graphics setting to enjoy lower power consumption for longer battery life.

Scratch-resistant LCD.

A brilliant display makes those long hours and heavy workloads a little easier to endure. That's why the Z features innovative LCD technology with 100% color saturation and a bright LED backlight. It also features a special hard coating on the LCD that helps protect against the scratching and wear that is common to frequent travel.

Processor

Type: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor P8700
Speed: 2.53GHz
Front Side Bus Speed: 1066MHz
L2 Cache: 3MB
Technology: Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology

Operating System

Genuine Windows 7® Professional 64-bit Bilingual  

General

Computer Type: Notebook
Type of Use: Ultra-portable
Action Buttons: S1, S2, WLAN/Bluetooth® on/off,
Performance Select
Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad
Security: Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2 compliant

Hardware

Keyboard: QWERTY, 82 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch - Bilingual
Camera: Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology

Memory

Type: DDR3 SDRAM
Installed: 4GB PC3-8500 (2GBx2)
Maximum: 8GB
Speed: 1066MHz

Hard Drive

Capacity: 320GB
Speed: 7200rpm
Interface: Serial ATA
Impact Protection: G-Sensor™ Shock Protection - Hard
Disk Drive Protection

Optical Drive #1

CD Support: Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)
DVD Support: Read / Write (DVD +/- R/+/-RW/+/-R DL/-RAM)  

Expansion Slots

Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick Duo™ media slot with MagicGate® functionality
One ExpressCard® /34 slot
One Secure Digital (SD™ memory card) media slot

Audio

Sound System: Intel® High Definition Audio

Display

Screen Size: 13.1"
Resolution: 1600 x 900
Back Light Technology: LED

Graphics

Processor: NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS GPU with Total Available Graphics Memory of 2013MB (max.) and Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD with Intel® Clear Video Technology with Total Available Graphics Memory: 1695MB (max.)
Video RAM: 256MB of dedicated video RAM
Technology: Hybrid Graphics System
Chipset: Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Max. External Resolution via VGA: 2048x1536
Max. External Display Resoluton via HDMI™: 1920x1080

Inputs and Outputs

Ethernet Connection: 1
HDMI™ Output: 1
Headphone Jack: 1
Modem Jack: 1
Microphone Input: 1
Port Replicator Connector(s): 1 (Bottom)
USB Port(s): 2 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s): 1
DC-In: 1
i.LINK® Connection: 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)

Start-up Times

Average Boot Time: 60 sec
Average Resume Time from Suspend: 2 sec
First Boot Time: 5 min

Networking/Modem

Ethernet Protocol: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T
Ethernet Speed: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11)
Wireless LAN: Intel® WiFi Link 5100AGN(802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth® Technology: Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® Technology (2.1+EDR)

Power

Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery
Estimated Battery Life: up to 5.5 hours Standard Capacity Battery
Up to 8.0 hours Large Capacity Battery
Power Requirements: 121W + 10%

Software

The VAIO® Software Experience: VAIO® Care - System diagnostics and maintenance
VAIO® Multimedia Suite: VAIO® Movie Story - Simple Movie Creation
VAIO® Media Plus - Multimedia Streaming Software
*Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your PC for a complete list of software applications and trials.

Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty: 1 Year
Telephone Support: 1 Year

Environmental Information

RoHS®: Compliant
For more information: www.sony.com/vaioeco

Dimensions

Weight: 3.30 lbs (with standard battery)
Measurements: 12.4"(W) x 1.0-1.3"(H) x 8.3"(D)

Supplied Accessories

Standard Lithium-ion battery
AC Adapter
Power Cord

Optional Accessories

Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21)
Port Replicator (VGP-PRZ1)
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS12)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL12)
VAIO® Protection Case (VGP-CKZ1)
USB Optical Mouse (VGP-UMS20/B)
Bluetooth® Laser Mouse (VGP-BMS33/B)
Neoprene Case (VGP-AMB10)

Color:

Black

Notes:
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 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet services, which may require a fee.
4. Broadband Internet service required along with third party services which may require a subscription or other service fee.
5. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
6. Viewable area measured diagonally.
7. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
8. Measured at the narrowest point
9. 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.
10. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows Vista® classification of graphics memory, which varies depending on the operating condition, version of device driver and system memory size.
11. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions. Battery life will be shorter with models equipped with Instant Mode features.
12. See actual limited warranty for details.
13. A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to the operating system.
14. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices varies.
15. Requires high definition-capable display with HDMI™ connector. Image quality will vary.

Computer Interface: For this product,there are a multitude of varying software packages and add-on hardware options. This product is not manufactured to work with 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 here. Sony hereby disclaims any representations or warranties that this product is compatible with any combination of non-Sony products you may choose to connect to it. 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 computer are subject to change without notice. Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions or have all documentation. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency. ©2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, XBRITEDuraView, Memory Stick Duo, MOTION EYE, G-Sensor, MagicGate, and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Live, OneCare and Windows Vista are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of SIG, Inc. ENERGY STAR is a registered U.S. mark. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.