Sony VGN-TZ170N/N manual General, Hardware, Processor, Memory, Hard Drive, Optical Drive #1, Audio

Specifications

General

ComputerType: Notebook

Type of Use: Ultra Portable

ActionButtons: AV Mode (DVD/CD Instant On) Play/Pause, Stop, Rewind, Fast Forword, Eject, Wireless On/Off

PointingDevice: Electro-Static touch pad

Security: Biometric Fingerprint Sensor Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2 compliant

Hardware

Keyboard: QWERTY (82 keys with 1.7mm stroke and 17mm pitch)

Camera: Built-in MOTION EYE®camera and microphone

Processor

Type: Intel®Core™ 2 Duo Processor U7500

Speed: 1.06GHz1

Front Side Bus Speed: 533MHz

L2Cache: 2MB

Technology: Intel®Centrino®Processor Technology14

Memory

Type: DDR2

Installed: 2GB (2x1GB)

Maximum: 2GB

Speed: 533MHz

Hard Drive

Capacity: 100GB2

Speed: 4200rpm

Interface: Ultra ATA

ImpactProtection: G-Sensor™ Shock Protection - Hard Disk Drive Protection

Optical Drive #1

DVD+R DL Write: 4x max.

DVD+RWrite: 8x max.

DVD+RWWrite: 8x max.

DVD-RWrite: 8x max.

DVD-RW Write: 6x max.

CD-RWrite: 24x max.

CD-RW Write: 16x max.

DVD±RW: Yes6 (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/DVD-RAM Drive)

CDRead: 24x max.

DVD-RAMWrite: 5x max.

DVD-R DL Write: 4x max.

DVD-RAMRead: 5x max.

Expansion Slots

Multimedia Card Reader: Memory Stick PRO™ (with

MagicGate®functionality)

Secure Digital Media

One ExpressCard™ /34 Slot

Audio

SoundSystem: Windows®sound system compatible Dolby®Headphone

Dolby®Virtual Speaker Built-in stereo speakers

Display

Screen or Display Technology: WXGA LCD

Resolution: 1366x768

XBRITE-HiColor™ Technology: Yes

Candelas: 11.1" Razor-Thin Panel12

LED backlight for brilliant colors and clarity

Graphics

Processor: Intel®Graphics Media Accelerator 950

VideoRAM: 224MB Total Available Graphics Memory13

Chipset: Intel®945GMS

Interface: VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor

Inputs and Outputs

EthernetPort: 1

HeadphoneJack: 1

i.LINK®Interface: 1 (4-pin) interface7 (IEEE 1394)

Memory Stick®MediaSlot: 1

ModemJack: 1

Secure Digital Slot: 1

MicrophoneInput: 1

Port Replicator Connector(s): 1 (Bottom)

USBPort(s): 2 (2.0 compliant)

VGAOutput(s): 1

DC-In: 1

Networking/Modem

EthernetProtocol: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)

EthernetSpeed: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T

ModemType: Integrated V.92/V.90 modem (RJ-11)

WirelessLAN: Intel®PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection (802.11a/b/g/n)4

WirelessWAN: Sprint®Mobile Broadband service17

Bluetooth®Technology: Integrated Bluetooth®

Technology5

Power

Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL11)

Estimated Battery Life: 4.0-7.5 hours8

PowerRequirements: 68W+10%

Software

OperatingSystem: Windows Vista®Business

InternetServices: AOL®90-Day Risk Free Trial - New Users Only

Anti-Virus and Recovery Software: Norton®Internet Security™ 2007 60-Day Trial with sypware protection

SuppliedSoftware: Microsoft®Works 8.5, 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft®Office 200711

Sony®Original Software: Click to DVD®- DVD Creation, SmartWi™ Technology, LocationFree® Player.

*Please access VAIO®Help and Support from your PC for a complete list of software and trial applications.

Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty: 1 Year9

TelephoneSupport: 1 year (toll-freeassistance, available 24-hours, 7-days-a-week)10

Online and Email Support: Support available from

http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO

Dimensions

Weight: 2.7 lbs15 with standard battery

Measurements: 10.9"(W) 0.8" - 1.17"(H) 7.8"(D)15

Supplied Accessories

Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL11) AC Adapter (VGP-AC16V13)

Power Cord Cleaning cloth

Optional Accessories

Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPXL11) Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC16V10) Additional standard battery (VGP-BPL11) Additional AC adapter(VGP-AC16V13)

VGN-TZ170N/N

VAIO®TZ Series Notebook PC

Port Replicator (VGP-PRTZ1)

Bluetooth®Presentation Controller (VGP-BRMP10) Privacy Filter (VGP-FL11)

Bluetooth®GPS Receiver (VGP-BGU1) Bluetooth®Laser Mouse in Gold or Black (VGP-

BMS33/N, VGP-BMS33/B)

USB Portable Speaker (VGP-USP1) Leather Protection Case (VGP-CKTZ2)

100GB Portable Hard Drive with Wireless Security (VGP-UHDM10/B)

Color: Champagne

UPCCode: 027242717299

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.Measured at its narrowest point.

4.Requires a compatible 802.11a or 802.11b or 802.11g or 802.11n access point. Some functionality may require Internet services, which may require a fee.

5.Interoperability among Bluetooth devices varies.

6.DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.

7.i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate products containing an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other.

8.Actual battery life may vary upon usage patterns, product settings, battery and environmental conditions. Upper battery range tested using device for music play-back. Battery life will be shorter when using the Instant Mode features.

9.See actual Limited Warranty for details. For a copy of Sony's warranty, please visit www.esupport.sony.com, call toll-free 888-476 -6972 (888- 4SONYPC), or write to Sony Electronics, 12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.

10.For certain third party software applications, 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.

11.The Microsoft Office 2007 60-Day Trial software is intended for evaluation purposes only. This trial software is installed on your system and you must activate the software before you can use it. Product activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the software; activation requires Internet access. This software has an expiration date of 60 days from date of first use, at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end- use options and operations.

12.Viewable area measured diagonally.

13.Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new WIndows Vista classification of graphics memory, witch is the Dedicated Video Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory. Shared System Memory veries depending on the oerating condition and system memory size.

14.VAIO TZ uses Mobile Intel® 945GMS Express Chipsets

15.Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

16.Internet connection required. Some features may rely on internet service which may require a fee.

17.Subscription with Sprint® Mobile Broadband high-speed EV-DO service required. See www.sony.com/sprint for complete offer details, price plans, service terms and conditions, and coverage map. Click the Sprint icon on your BX Series desktop or call 1-877 -275 -VAIO (8246) for service activation

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 operate 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 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. This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

©2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick, XBRITE, G-Sensor, Memory Stick PRO, MagicGate, Click to DVD, Sony logo, VAIO logo, XBRITE logo, like.no.other and VAIO are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Sprint and the “ Moving Forward” logo are trademarks of Sprint Nextel. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Printed in U.S.A. 06/07.

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