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PCG-FX290

PCG-FX290K

Sony VAIO® All-in-One Notebook

MAX Screen: 15" SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) TFT screen

MAX Battery: 2X battery life10

MAX Mobility: Approximately 7 lbs.11 light; about 2" thin

PLUS:

•All-in-one design with floppy drive, hard drive, and CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive

•i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) interface4

• Integrated 10/100Base-T Ethernet

Sony Digital Handycam® camcorder sold separately.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model

Power Requirements

PCG-FX290 and PCG-FX290K

58.5 watts maximum (19.5V DC / AC100-240V)

 

 

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FEATURES

•Mobile Intel® Pentium® III 1 GHz1 processor featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ technology2

•All-in-one design with floppy drive, hard drive, and CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive

•15" SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) TFT screen

•256 MB RAM (expandable to 512 MB)

•30 GB3 hard drive

•10Base-T/100Base-TX integrated Ethernet

•AGP-enabled Intel® 815EM graphics chip with up to 11 MB video SDRAM (shared) and 3D graphics support and Intel’s Dynamic Video Memory Technology

•4 MB of 133 MHz SDRAM for Display Cache

•High-capacity lithium-ion battery, dual battery capability

•i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 interface4 supports high-speed digital video, audio, and data transfer capabilities among equipped Sony products

•NTSC video out

•Integrated V.90 modem

•Three Programmable Power Keys (PPK) for easy access to key applications

•Built-in stereo speakers

•Offered with Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition (FX290) or Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional (FX290K)

•Intel® 815EM graphics chip with up to 11 MB video SDRAM (shared) and Intel Dynamic Video Memory technology

•Built-in stereo speakers

1GHz and MHz denote microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance.

2The processor may be reduced to a lower operating speed when operating on battery power.

3GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary.

4i.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.

5Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.

6Certain restrictions apply to Express Repair Service.

7From date of purchase upon registration.

8Requires payment of additional fees or subscription for use.

9Available with Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition only.

10Using optional second battery in floppy drive bay.

11With weight saver in floppy drive bay.

Sony Electronics Inc.

Personal Network Solutions Company

16765 West Bernardo Drive, San Diego, CA 92127 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. Some pre-installed software titles may not include full documentation. Software titles pre- installed on the Sony Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display.

©2001 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. Intel SpeedStep technology and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. 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. 04/01

Processor

Mobile Intel® Pentium® III processor 1 GHz1 featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ technology2

Cache Memory

256 KB integrated on-die level 2

Bus Speed

100 MHz

Bus Architecture

AGP

LCD

15.0" SXGA+ (1400x1050) TFT

Graphics

Intel® 815EM graphics chip with up to 11 MB video SDRAM (shared) and Intel’s Dynamic Video Memory technology

4 MB Display Cache with 3D buffer

Digital Audio

Intel® 815EM with 3D surround

MPEG

MPEG1 and MPEG2 digital video

Supports full screen playback

Standard RAM

256 MB SDRAM, expandable to 512 MB

Hard Drive

30 GB3 fixed

CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive

Fixed CD-RW and 8X max. DVD-ROM drive

Floppy Disk Drive

Removable 1.44 MB, 3.5" internal operation

Floppy disk drive bay also supports second lithium-ion battery when floppy drive is removed

Ethernet

10Base-T/100Base-TX integrated Ethernet

Modem

Integrated V.90 modem

Keyboard

86 key QWERTY layout 19mm key pitch 3mm stroke

Pointing Device

Electro-Static touch pad

Speaker

Built-in stereo speakers

Battery

Lithium-ion battery

Supports dual battery operation

Battery Life

2.5–3.5 hours with one battery5

5.0–7.0 hours with optional second battery5

PC Card Slots

Supports one or two type II or one type III PC card CardBus support

Other Interfaces

Serial, parallel, VGA monitor, NTSC video out, USB(2), RJ-11 phone jack, i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 interface4, mic-in, headphone, port replicator, RJ-45 Ethernet, port replicator

Power Management

Energy Star compliant

Advanced power management - ACPI compatible

Size (H x W x D)

2.2" X 12.8" X 10.5"

Weight

7.1lbs. (with weight saver in floppy drive bay)

7.5lbs. (with floppy drive in floppy drive bay)

Supplied Accessories

Lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, weight saver, floppy disk drive, power cord, and video cable

Optional Accessories

Additional battery (PCGA-BP71 or BP71A) Network port replicator (PCGA-PRFX1) USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1/A)

Carrying case (PCGA-CCF)

Additional AC adapter (PCGA-AC19V1)

Wireless LAN Access Point & PC Card (PCWA-A100) Wireless LAN PC Card (PCWA-C100)

Service

One year limited Express Service6

Limited Warranty

One year parts and labor (90 days without registration)7

Telephone Support Hardware: One year7

Software and operating system: 90 days7

INCLUDED SOFTWARE Operating System

FX290: Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition

FX290K: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional

Software Applications Adaptec Easy CD Creator Adobe® Acrobat Reader™

Adobe PhotoDeluxe® Home Edition9 Adobe Premiere® LE9

Apple QuickTime™

Arcsoft® PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro9 Intuit® Quicken® 2001

McAfee® VirusScan®9 Microsoft® Word 2000 RealNetworks® RealPlayer® Sonic Foundry® Sound Forge® XP Sony DVgate™

Sony Media Bar Sony MovieShaker™ Sony OpenMG™ Jukebox9 Sony PictureGear™ Sony Smart Capture Sony VisualFlow™ WinDVD® 2000

Online Center America Online® 8 Compuserve® 2000 8

EarthLink Network TotalAccess® 8 Netscape Communicator® Prodigy Internet® 8

VAIO Support Agent

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Sony PCG-FX290K specifications MB of 133 MHz Sdram for Display Cache, Ntsc video out Integrated V.90 modem, Lcd, Mpeg

PCG-FX290K, PCG-FX290 specifications

The Sony PCG-FX290 and PCG-FX290K are part of Sony's line of compact and portable laptops that were specifically designed for everyday computing needs in the early 2000s. These models were particularly popular among students and professionals who sought mobility without sacrificing essential performance attributes.

At the core of the PCG-FX290 and FX290K is an Intel Pentium 4 processor. This processor offered users a much-needed boost in performance, allowing for smooth multitasking and the ability to run various applications simultaneously. With a clock speed ranging typically from 1.5 to 2.0 GHz, users could handle basic tasks such as web browsing, word processing, and even light media consumption with relative ease.

One of the standout features of these models was their 14.1-inch LCD display, which provided a resolution of 1024x768 pixels. The screen offered vibrant colors and decent brightness, making it suitable for both productivity tasks and watching videos. The laptop's compact form factor was designed for portability, making it easy to carry to lectures or meetings.

In terms of memory, the PCG-FX290 typically came equipped with 256 MB RAM, which could be upgraded depending on user needs. This capacity allowed users to engage in standard tasks smoothly, although later applications may have expressed the need for upgrades. Storage options included a standard 40 GB hard drive, providing ample space for documents, photos, and various media files of that time.

Connectivity was well-catered for, with built-in Ethernet and modem ports facilitating easy internet access. The laptops also featured USB 2.0 ports, a PCMCIA slot for expansion, and VGA output, enabling users to connect to external displays. A CD-ROM drive was standard in the PCG-FX290 and offered users the capability to enjoy multimedia content as well as install software easily.

The design of the PCG-FX290 and FX290K also deserves mention. The laptops were known for their durability and robust build, with a stylish yet functional aesthetic. Weighing around 5 pounds, these models struck a balance between portability and usability without compromising on essential features.

In conclusion, the Sony PCG-FX290 and FX290K were notable for their blend of reliability and essential performance features. While technology has advanced significantly since their release, these laptops remain a memorable part of early 2000s computing history, providing a glimpse into the mobile computing landscape of that era.
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