Models
PCG-FXA49
ProcessorMobile AMD Athlon™ 4 processor 1.2 GHz1
with AMD PowerNow!™technology8
Cache Memory256 KB integrated on-die level 2
Bus Speed200 MHz
Bus ArchitectureAGP/ PCI
LCD15" XGA (1024x768) TFT screen with dual display
GraphicsATI RAGE™MOBILITY M1 graphics chip
8 MB SDRAM
3D acceleration support
Digital AudioWindows®sound system compatible
3D surround
MPEGMPEG1 and MPEG2 digital video
Supports full screen playback
Standard RAM512 MB SDRAM (256x2)
Open Slot0: SO-DIMM
Hard Drive30 GB2fixed
CD-RW/DVD Combo DriveFixed CD-RW/DVD combo drive
(R-write 8x; RW-write 8x; DVD-read 8x; CD-read 24x)
Floppy Disk DriveInternal removable 1.44 MB, 3.5"
Supports second battery when drive is removed
Ethernet10BASE-T/100BASE-TX integrated Ethernet
ModemIntegrated V.90 modem
Keyboard86 key QWERTY layout
19mm key pitch
3mm stroke
Pointing DeviceElectro-Static touch pad
SpeakerBuilt-in stereo speakers
BatteryLithium-ion battery (PCGA-BP71A)
Supports dual battery operation
Battery Life2.0-3.0 hours with one battery4
4.0-6.0 hours with optional second battery4
PC Card SlotsTwo type I or type II or one type III
CardBus support
Other InterfacesSerial, parallel, VGA output, NTSC video out, USB(2),
RJ-11 phone jack, i.LINK®(IEEE 1394) S400
interface3, mic-in (mono), headphone (stereo), RJ-45
Ethernet, port replicator
Optional Port ReplicatorDC in, PS/2®(Y-cable not supported), USB (3), serial,
parallel, VGA, RJ-45, docking CN
Power Requirements58.5 watts maximum (19.5V DC / AC100-240V)
Power ManagementEnergy Star®compliant
Advanced power management - ACPI compatible
Size (H x W x D)1.4"-1.9" X 12.8" X 10.5"
Weight7.1 lbs. (with weight saver and battery)
7.5 lbs. (with battery and floppy disk drive)
Supplied AccessoriesLithium-ion battery, AC adapter, weight saver, floppy
disk drive, power cord, and video cable
Optional AccessoriesAdditional battery (PCGA-BP71A)
Network port replicator (PCGA-PRFX1)
USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1/A)
Carrying case (PCGA-CCF)
Neoprene notebook & AC adapter cases (PCGA-CCN1)
Notebook backpack (PCGA-CCP1)
Additional AC adapter (PCGA-AC19V1)
Wireless LAN access point (PCWA-A200)
Wireless LAN PC card (PCWA-C100)
ServiceOne year limited Express Service5
Limited WarrantyOne year parts and labor (90 days without registration)6
Telephone SupportHardware: One year6
Software and operating system: 90 days6
INCLUDED SOFTWAREOperating SystemMicrosoft®Windows®XP Home Edition9
Key Pre-Installed Software Adobe Photoshop Elements
Apple Quicktime
Arcsoft®PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro
Microsoft®Word 20029
PC-Cillin®2000
Intuit®Quicken®2002 New User Edition
RealNetworks®Real Entertainment Suite
Sony DigitalPrint
Sony DVgate™
Sony MovieShaker™
Sony Pico Player
Sony PictureGear™
Sony Smart Capture
Sony SonicStage™
Sony VisualFlow™
SPDE Everquest
SPDE Screenblast ACID
SPDE Screenblast Soundforge
VAIO®Support Agent
WinDVD™2000
Online CenterAmerica Online®7
Earthlink®Total Access7
Sony Electronics Inc.
For more information: 1.800.4SONYPC (476-6972)
Web address: http://www.sony.com/vaio
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 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 option 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.
©2002 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written
permission is prohibited.Sony, i.LINK, VAIO, DVgate, Jog Dial, Media Bar, PictureGear, Handycam,
Movie Shaker, Open MG, 3Max+ and Visual Flow are trademarks of Sony.Microsoft and Windows are
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective
owners. This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy
efficiency. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights
and measurements are approximate.
Printed in U.S.A. 01/02
SPECIFICATIONS
• Mobile AMD Athlon™ 4 processor 1.2 GHz1withAMD PowerNow!™ technology8for extendedbattery life• 15" XGA (1024x768) TFT screen • All-in-one design with floppy drive, hard drive,and CD-RW/DVD combo drive• 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX integrated Ethernet• 512 MB RAM• 30 GB2hard drive• NTSC video out• Microsoft®Windows®XP Home Edition9• 200 MHz bus speed• ATI RAGE™MOBILITY M1 graphics chip with 8MB video SDRAM and 3D acceleration support• High-capacity lithium-ion battery, dual batterycapability• i.LINK®(IEEE 1394) S400 interface3supportshigh-speed digital video, audio, and data transfercapabilities among equipped Sony products• Optional port replicator • 7.1 lbs. light, about 2" thin• Integrated V.90 modem• Built-in speakersMAX
MAX Screen: 15" XGA TFT screen
MAX
MAX Battery: Dual battery capability
MAX
MAX Mobility: About 7 lbs. light, about 2" thin
PLUS:
• All-in-one design with floppy drive, hard drive, and CD-RW/DVD combo drive• i.LINK®
(IEEE 1394) interface3
• Integrated 10/100Base-T EthernetSony Digital Handycam®camcorder sold separately.
Sony VAIO®FXA All-in-One Notebook
FXA49
FEATURES
1 GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance.
2 GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary.
3 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.
4 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may var y on usage.
5 Certain restrictions apply to Express Repair Service.
6 From date of purchase upon registration.
7 Requires payment of additional fees or subscription for use.
8 CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions.
9 Certain software product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy
protection and content management technology. USE OF THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT(S)
REQUIRES AGREEMENT TO APPLICABLE END USER AGREEMENTS AND FULL COMPLIANCE
WITH APPLICABLE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation procedures and
privacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain
reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations of the computer, and may be
completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply).
FPOAthlon™
41.2 GHz1
processorPreloaded with
RealJukebox for Sony