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PCG-FXA32

Sony VAIO® FXA All-in-One Notebook

MAX Screen: 15" XGA (1024x768) TFT screen

MAX Battery: 2X battery life9

MAX Mobility: Approximately 7 lbs. light4,

PLUS:

about 2" thin

 

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

•I.LINK® (IEEE 1394) interface3

•Integrated 10/100Base-T Ethernet

Sony Digital Handycam® camcorder sold separately.

SPECIFICATIONS

Models

Power Requirements

PCG-FXA32

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

 

 

 

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FEATURES

•Mobile AMD Duron™ processor 900 MHz1 AMD PowerNow!™ technology11 for extended battery life

•15" XGA (1024x768) TFT screen with dual display

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

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

•128 MB RAM (expandable to 512 MB)

•15 GB2 hard drive

•NTSC video out

•Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition10

•200 MHz1 bus speed

•ATI RAGE™ MOBILITY M6 graphics chip with 8 MB video SDRAM and 3D acceleration support

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

•i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 interface3 supports high-speed digital video, audio, and data transfer capabilities among equipped Sony products

•Optional port replicator

•Approximately 7 lbs. light9, about 2" thin

•Integrated V.90 modem

•Built-in speakers

1MHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance.

2GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary.

3i.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.

4Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.

5Certain restrictions apply to Express Repair Service.

6From date of purchase upon registration.

7Requires payment of additional fees or subscription for use.

8Using optional second battery in floppy drive bay

9With weight saver in floppy drive bay.

10Certain 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).

11CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions.

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. 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. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective

Processor

Mobile AMD Duron™ processor 900 MHz1 with AMD PowerNow!™ technology11

Cache Memory

64 KB integrated on-die level 2 128KB level 1

Bus Speed

200 MHz1

Bus Architecture

AGP/PCI

LCD

15" XGA (1024x768) TFT

Graphics

ATI RAGE™ MOBILITY M6 graphics chip

8 MB SDRAM

3D acceleration support

Digital Audio

Windows® sound system compatible 3D surround

MPEG

MPEG1 and MPEG2 digital video

Supports full screen playback

Standard RAM

128 MB SDRAM (128x1), expandable to 512 MB

Open Slot

1SO:DIMM

Hard Drive

15GB2 fixed

DVD-ROM Drive Fixed DVD-ROM

Floppy Disk Drive

Internal removable 1.44 MB, 3.5"

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

86key QWERTY layout 19mm key pitch 3mm stroke

Pointing Device Electro-Static touch pad

Speaker

Built-in stereo speakers

Battery

Lithium-ion battery (PCGA-BP1N) Supports dual battery operation

Battery Life

1-2 hours with one battery5

3-5.5 hours with optional second battery5

PC Card Slots

Two type II/one type III CardBus support

Power Management

Energy Star® compliant

Advanced power management - ACPI compatible

Size (H x W x D)

1.4" -1.9" X 12.8" X 10.5"

Weight

6.7lbs. (with weight saver and battery)

7.1lbs. (with battery and floppy disk drive)

Supplied Accessories

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

Optional Accessories

External CD-RW (PCGA-CDRW52) Port Replicator (PCGA-PRFX1) Additional battery (BP71A)

USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1/A) Carrying case (PCGA-CCF) Notebook backpack (PCGA-CCP1) Additional AC adapter (PCGA-AC19V1) Wireless LAN Access Point (PCWA-A200) Wireless LAN PC Card (PCWA-C100)

Service

One year limited Express Service5

Limited Warranty

One year parts and labor (90 days without registration)6

Telephone Support Hardware: One year6

Software and operating system: 90 days6

INCLUDED SOFTWARE Operating System

Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition10

Key Pre-Installed Software Adobe Acrobat® Reader™ Adobe PhotoShop Elements Arcsoft® PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro Microsoft® Word 200210 PC-Cillin®2000

Quicken® 2002 QuickTime™

RealNetworks® Real Entertainment Suite Sony DigitalPrint

Sony DVgate™ Sony MovieShaker™ Sony PictureGear™ Sony Smart Capture Sony SonicStage Sony VisualFlow™ VAIO® Support Agent WinDVD™ 3.1

Online Center America Online®7 Earthlink® Total Access7 Microsoft® Internet Explorer7,10 SonyStyle Connect

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. 08/01

Other Interfaces

Serial, 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

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PCG-FXA32 specifications

The Sony PCG-FXA32 is a vintage laptop that was part of Sony's VAIO series, which gained a reputation for innovative design and solid performance. Launched in the early 2000s, the PCG-FXA32 was aimed at users who needed a reliable portable computing solution. Despite its age, this model showcased various technologies and features that were cutting-edge at the time.

One of the standout characteristics of the PCG-FXA32 is its display. The laptop features a 15-inch XGA (1024x768) LCD screen, which delivered vibrant colors and reasonable brightness levels, making it suitable for tasks such as document editing and web browsing. Although not high-definition by today’s standards, the display quality was impressive during its release period.

Under the hood, the PCG-FXA32 was powered by an Intel Pentium 4 processor, which offered solid performance for everyday applications. This CPU was paired with a sufficient amount of RAM, allowing users to multitask efficiently during that era. The laptop was equipped with a 40GB hard drive, which was adequate for storing documents, multimedia files, and software.

In terms of connectivity, the PCG-FXA32 came with several ports, including USB 1.1 ports and a PCMCIA slot for additional device compatibility. It also featured a built-in modem and Ethernet port, ensuring that users could connect to the internet with ease, whether through dial-up or broadband connections.

One notable technology included in the PCG-FXA32 was the use of Sony's proprietary software for managing multimedia capabilities. The VAIO Media software allowed users to stream audio and video content between compatible devices, enhancing the entertainment experience.

Additionally, the keyboard layout was designed for comfort with well-spaced keys and a responsive touchpad, making typing and navigation relatively easy. The laptop's build quality was robust for the time, featuring a stylish design that combined practicality with aesthetic appeal.

The Sony PCG-FXA32, while dated by current standards, represents an interesting piece of computing history, showcasing the technological advancements of its time and the craftsmanship that has made Sony a well-regarded brand in the electronics industry. Its combination of features made it a popular choice among students and professionals seeking a dependable laptop for daily tasks.
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