Sony® VAIO® V TV-PC Series

The LCD TV that’s also your high-performance PC.

VGC-V517G

Your TV and PC in One.

Sony's original Motion Reality™ technology allows you to enjoy the same TV experience on your PC that you do on your Sony® LCD TV. With Sony's XBRITE™ display technology, your TV shows, home videos and pictures come alive with bright, crisp, clear images.

Innovative All-in-One Design.

The sophisticated, modern styling provides maximum impact in a minimum space. All of the essentials for pow- erful computing performance are built right into the elegant, flat-panel display. Wireless keyboard, mouse and remote control eliminate cable clutter, and allow you to control the VAIO® V TV-PC from your sofa.

Take Control of your TV and PC features.

With the VAIO® V TV-PC, you can watch and record your favorite television shows. It's convenient and easy with inte- grated program listings and on-screen navigation using the remote control. Click to DVD™ creation software and DVD+R Double Layer/DVD±RW3 drive lets you convert home videos to DVDs with just one click.

Enjoy the Best of Sony Digital Entertainment.

It comes loaded with the tools you need to create, manage, share and enjoy your digital photos, home videos, movies and music. Watch and record your favorite TV shows. Turn your home videos into high- quality DVDs. Or, take your multimedia to the next level and capture, edit, convert and burn high-definition camcorder video.

Desktop

It’s your flat-panel LCD TV. It's your high-performance PC. It's all in one. The VAIO® V TV-PC brings high-quality television to your desktop computer. Designed to be sleek and mod- ern, yet highly-functional, it compliments any room. And, when you're ready to work, simply bring out the wireless keyboard and mouse to expe- rience uncompromising com- puting performance.

Model

VGC-V517G

HARDWARE

Processor

Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor with Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology (3E GHz1, 1MB L2 Cache)

Display

17” WXGA LCD with XBRITE™ technology (1280 x 768)

Front Side Bus Speed

800MHz

Chipset

Intel® 848P

Memory

512MB PC-3200 400MHz DDR

(512MB X 1) (Expandable up to 1GB)

Hard Drive

200GB2 7200rpm Ultra ATA

Graphics

nVIDIA® GeForce™ FX Go5700 128MB Video Memory

Graphics Interface

AGP 8x

Giga Pocket® MPEG2 Realtime Encoder board with TV Tuner and Motion Reality™ technology

DVD+R Double Layer / DVD±RW Drive3

Double Layer +R

DVD+R write (2.4x MAX)

DVD±RW3 -RW

DVD-R write (8x MAX), DVD-RW write (4x MAX)

+RW

DVD+R write (8x MAX), DVD+RW write (4xMAX)

CD-RW

-RW

CD-R write (24x MAX), CD-RW write (24xMAX)

DVD-ROM Read (8x MAX)

CD-ROM Read (24x MAX)

Audio

Digital Audio

Monaural Stereo

Audio Interface

Monaural mini microphone jack Stereo Headphone mini jack

Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet

(RJ-45)

Modem

V.90 compatible data/fax modem (RJ-11)

Expansion Slots

Memory Stick®5/ Memory Stick PRO™, Memory Stick Duo™ Reader

One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support

Port Connections

Four USB6 2.0 ports One S/PDIF Out

Two 4pin i.LINK®4 Ports

One Headphone / One Microphone/ One Line In

One Audio In

One Infra-Red Port for Remote Controller

Composite S-Video / Audio Inputs (front and rear)

One RF In

Power Requirements

218 watts max. / 100-240V ~7A (50/60Hz)

Power Management

ACPI 1.0 Compliant

Weight (CPU)

28.67lbs. (Weight is approximate and may vary)

Dimensions (CPU)

19.1”(W) x 15.7”(H) x 11.3”(D)

Supplied Accessories

IR Remote Control and Receiver

Wireless Keyboard

Wireless Optical Mouse

SOFTWARE

Operating System

Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition

with Service Pack 2

Sony Original Software

VAIO Zone™ with WinDVD®

Click to DVD- DVD Creation

SonicStage® Mastering Studio - Audio

Mastering & Remastering

PictureGear Studio- Digital Photo

DVgate Plus- Digital Video

SonicStage® - Digital Music

VAIO Media- Network File Sharing

Other Software Applications

Adobe® Photoshop® Album Starter

Edition

Adobe® Photoshop® Elements® 2.0

Microsoft® Works 8.0 -

Word Processing, Spreadsheet,

Calendar, Scheduling, Contact

Management, and Database

Microsoft® Office 2003 60-Day

Student/Teacher Edition Trial

Intuit Quicken® 2005 New User Edition

(Previous Quicken Users may require

additional upgrade)

InterVideo® WinDVD®

Sonic RecordNow!® 7

Anti-Virus & Recovery Software

Norton® Internet Security™ 90-Day

Subscription - Norton AntiVirus®,

Norton Personal Firewall, Norton

Privacy Control, Norton AntiSpam®,

Norton Parental Control

Intermute™ SpySubtract™ 30-Day Trial

VAIO® Recovery Wizard

VAIO® Help and Support

VAIO® Update

Online Center

America Online® 90-Day Trial - New Users only

SERVICE AND WARRANTY

INFORMATION

Limited Warranty and Onsite Service

1 Year Limited Warranty with Onsite Service7

Telephone Support

1 Year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24-hours, 7- days-a-week8.

On-line Support

Support available from http://www.sony.com/pcsupport

1.GHz denotes microprocessor inter- nal 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 por- tion of hard disk space is reserved as a recovery partition.

3.DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.

4.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 communi cate with each other.

5.Supports Memory Stick PRO™ high- capacity media tested up to 1GB. Does not support MagicGate™ functionality.

6.Not all products with USB connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations.

7.When available. Sony will provide Onsite Service in fulfifillment of its limited warranty obligations. Any such services are subject to the terms and conditions of the limited warranty. See actual Limited Warranty for details. Onsite Service will be provided via thrid- party technician to be dispatched as needed following phone-base trouble- shooting. Some repairs may be accom plished with self repair kits. Onsite Service may not be available in all loca tions.

8.For certain third party software appli- cations, 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.

Computer Interface: The computer industry lacks stan- dards, 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 per- formance 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 prod- uct is compatible with any combination of non-Sony products you may choose to connect. While Sony repre- sentatives 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 suitabil- ity 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 Desktop Computer are subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display.

©2004 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO Zone SonicStage, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, DVgate Plus, PictureGear Studio, Giga Pocket, VAIO Media, Motion Reality, XBRITE, Click to DVD, Like No Other, and VAIO are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and Outlook are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Realone is a trade- mark of RealNetworks, Inc. 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 specifica- tions are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate.

Printed in U.S.A. 12/04

i.LINK®

(IEEE 1394)

Sony Electronics Inc. For more information: 1.800.4SONYPC (476-6972)

Web address: http://www.sony.com/vaio

Featuring One Year Onsite Service7

and 24/7 Telephone Support8

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VGC-V517G specifications

The Sony VGC-V517G is a versatile and powerful desktop computer designed to cater to both entertainment and productivity needs. Launched as part of Sony's VAIO series, this model is particularly aimed at users who seek a blend of style, performance, and functionality.

One of the notable features of the VGC-V517G is its sleek and contemporary design. The unit is encased in a stylish chassis, which not only elevates its aesthetic appeal but also aids in efficient thermal management. The compact form factor makes it suitable for various environments, from home offices to creative studios.

Under the hood, the VGC-V517G boasts impressive processing power, typically featuring Intel processors that provide robust performance for multitasking and demanding applications. Coupled with ample RAM, this system ensures that users can run multiple programs concurrently without noticeable slowdowns, making it ideal for both casual users and professionals.

For storage, the VGC-V517G offers a combination of hard disk drives and solid-state drives, providing the best of both worlds. The conventional HDD allows for larger data storage, while the SSD significantly improves boot times and application loading speeds, leading to an overall enhanced user experience.

The display on the VGC-V517G is another highlight, often featuring a high-resolution screen that delivers vibrant colors and sharp images. This makes it perfect for media consumption, gaming, and graphic design. Additionally, the graphics card integrated into the system is capable of handling various multimedia tasks and lightweight gaming, catering to a broad spectrum of users.

Connectivity options are plentiful on the VGC-V517G, including various USB ports, HDMI output, and Ethernet, allowing users to connect to various peripherals effortlessly. Wireless capabilities, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, ensure that users can stay connected to the internet and other devices without the hassle of cables.

Another important characteristic of the VGC-V517G is its multimedia capabilities. Equipped with a DVD writer, users can easily create and play optical media, adding to the overall versatility of the system for entertainment purposes. The built-in audio technology delivers rich sound quality, making it an excellent choice for music lovers and avid movie watchers.

In summary, the Sony VGC-V517G stands out for its blend of performance, aesthetics, and modern features, making it an appealing choice for anyone in need of a reliable and stylish desktop computer. Whether for work or play, it is an all-around capable machine that meets the demands of today's digital age.