VPCZ112GX/S

VPCZ112GX/S

VAIO® Z Series Notebook PC

Uncompromising ultra-portable design

POWERFUL MOBILE PERFORMANCE

Enjoy the powerful performance of an Intel® Core™ i5-520M processor (2.40GHz ) with

Intel® Turbo Boost technology

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The VAIO® Z notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows® 7

Professional.

Uncompromising elegance weaved into a 3.04 lb (with standard battery) go-anywhere package.

for a brighter, crisper, tougher display.

Drive.

Tackle virtually any graphics requirement with a NVIDA® GeForce® GT 330M graphics card and 1GB VRAM .

WIRELESS FREEDOM ideal for connecting to other Bluetooth-enabled peripherals.

SMARTER TECHNOLOGY

The next revolution in hybrid graphics, an intelligent Auto setting self-selects which power mode - Speed or Stamina - is best given your current computing usage - no reboot required

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Integrated active noise cancelling technology and supplied headphones provide crystal-clear audio in noisy mobile scenarios without a bulky adapter.

A built-in biometric fingerprint scanner makes authentication and secure access quick and easy – you only need your fingerprint.

A built-in Assist button launches VAIO Care™ software, a simple do-it yourself PC maintenance tool for tune-ups, troubleshooting and more.

ENDLESS FEATURES

A backlit keyboard frames the keys with a soft glow and illuminates the lettering for convenient typing day or night.

An HDMI™ output delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable so you can enjoy HD entertainment on your compatible big screen TV without a myriad of extra cables (HDMI™ cable sold separately).

Stay connected to colleagues and family while on the road with real-time video conferencing using the MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology.

ENVIRONMENTALLY ENGINEERED FEATURES

By using a mercury-free backlit LED display, the VAIO® Z notebook keeps one less chemical out of both your home and the landfills.

The VAIO® Z Series gives you the power of a larger PC, not to mention an array of smart computing solutions, all packed into a durable 3 lbs (with standard capacity battery) notebook. From its convenient backlit keyboard to its dynamic hybrid graphics system that delivers power when you need it, this computer has all the features that make for a world-class mobile computing experience.

VPCZ112GX/S

Specifications

General

Computer Type: Notebook

Type of Use: Ultra-portable

Action Buttons: S1,VAIO, Assist, Performance Select,

Windows Arrangement, Wireless on / off

Pointing Device: Electro-static touchpad

Security: Biometric Fingerprint Sensor

Hardware

Power

Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery

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Estimated Battery Life: Up to 6.5 hours Standard

Capacity Battery

Power Requirements: 121W or less

Start-up Times

Average Boot Time: 60 sec

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Average Resume Time from Suspend: 2 sec

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First Boot Time: 5 min

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Keyboard: QWERTY, 82 keys with 2.0mm stroke and

19.05mm pitch

Camera: Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology

Backlit Keyboard: Yes

Wireless/Networking

Ethernet Protocol: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T

Ethernet Speed: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)

Processor

Type: Intel® Core™ i5 - 520M

Wi-Fi: Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6200

(802.11a/b/g/n)

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Bluetooth® Technology: Integrated Stereo A2DP (2.1 +

EDR)

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2.93GHz

Technology: Intel® Turbo Boost Technology

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L3 Cache: 3MB

Software

Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional

64-bit

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Memory

Installed: 4GB (2GBx2)

Maximum: 8GB

Type/Speed: DDR3/1066MHz

Supplied Software: Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day

Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Small Business 2007

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Anti-Virus Software: Norton Internet Security™ 2010 30-Day

Trial Offer

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System Maintenance and Support: VAIO Care™ -

System diagnostics and maintenance

Optical Drive

CD Support: Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)

DVD Support: Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-RAM)

Expansion Slots

Sony® Creativity Suite: PMB – VAIO® Edition - Import, organize, edit and publish in one easy-to-use program

VAIO® Media Gallery - Bring forgotten favorites to life

VAIO® Media Plus - Multimedia Streaming Software

*Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your

PC for a complete list of software applications and trials.

Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick PRO™

(STD / Duo) media slot with MagicGate® functionality

One ExpressCard® /34 media slot

One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media slot

Service and Warranty Information

Solid State Drive

Capacity: 128GB

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Interface: Serial ATA

Telephone Support: 1 year toll-free technical assistance available 24/7 at 888-476-6972

Online and Email Support: Available at http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO

Audio

Sound System: Intel® High Definition Audio

Display

Onsite/In-Home Service: 1 year limited warranty with

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Onsite/In-Home Service . See actual warranty for details.

International Service: 1 year international service plan.

Registration required. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details.

Screen Size: 13.1"

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Resolution: 1600 x 900

Back Light Technology: LED actual warranty for details.

Environmental Information

Graphics

EPEAT™ : Gold

Processor: NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 330M GPU and Mobile

Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator HD with Total

Available Graphics Memory: 2650MB (max.)

Video RAM: 1GB of dedicated video RAM

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Technology: Dynamic Hybrid Graphics System

Chipset: Mobile Intel® HM57 Express Chipset

Max. External Resolution via VGA: 2048x1536

Max. External Display Resolution via HDMI™ : 1920x1080

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RoHS®: Compliant

For more information: www.sony.com/vaioeco

ENERGY STAR®: 5.0

Dimensions

Weight: 3.04 lbs (with standard capacity battery)

Measurements: 12.4"(W) x 1.0-1.3"(H) x 8.3"(D)

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Supplied Accessories

Inputs and Outputs

Headphone Jack: 1

Microphone Input: 1

Port Replicator Connector(s): 1 (Bottom)

USB Port(s): 3 (2.0 compliant)

VGA Output(s): 1

DC-In: 1

Ethernet Connection (s): 1

HDMI™ Output: 1

Internal Microphone: 1

Standard Capacity Lithium-ion battery (5400mAh)

AC Adapter

Power Cord

Noise Canceling Headphones

Optional Accessories

Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V30)

Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS20)

Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL20)

Neoprene Case (VGP-AMC3)

Docking Station (VGP-PRZ10)

Carrying Case (VGP-CKS3/B)

Privacy Filter/ LCD Screen Protector (VGP-FL14)

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Bluetooth® Remote Mouse (VGP-BMS80)

Bluetooth® Aluminum Slider Mouse (VGP-BMS10/B)

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Bluetooth® Keyboard (VGP-BKB1)

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Sony Electronics Inc. • 16530 Via Esprillo • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1.800.222.7669 • www.sony.com

VAIO® Z Series Notebook PC

Color: Silver

UPC Code: 027242790933

1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary.

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. Requires 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet services.

4. Viewable area measured diagonally.

5. Measured at the narrowest point

6. 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.

7. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.

8. See actual limited warranty for details. For a copy of Sony's warranty, please visit www.sony.com/pcsupport, call toll-free 888-476-6972

(888-4SONYPC) or write to Sony Electronics, 12451 Gateway

Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.

9. 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 aplicable software vendor.

10. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows® 7 classification of graphics memory, which varies depending on the operating condition, version of device driver and system memory size.

11. Broadband Internet service required along with third party services which may require a subscription or other service fee.

12. 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2007 - This trial software will work only for 60 days after you first use it. You will not be able to use the software if you dont activate it as described the first time you use the software. You can activate the software by Internet: Internet service charges may apply. If you want to keep using the software after the 60-day trial period, you must convert to the perpetual version. You can convert online by following the conversion instgructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.

13. Compatibility and performance in a 64-bit environment may vary.

14. Broadband Service sold separately. Service activation fee of $35 may apply. Mobile Broadband is available to more than 262 million people in 258 major metro areas in the U.S. Offers and coverage, varying by service, not available everywhere. Network details & coverage maps at vzw.com. ©2009 Verizon Wireless. All company names, trademarks, logos, and copyrights not property of Verizon

Wireless are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved

15. Norton Internet Security™ 2010 30-day subscription is pre-installed on your Sony VAIO PC. You need to activate the software for the product to work. After your 30-days are finished, buy Norton Internet

Security to continue to be protected from viruses, hackers and identify theft.

16. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.

17. Windows® 7 is required for feature functionality. Rebooting is necessary on pre-installed and downgraded Windows® XP Professional models.

18. When available, Sony will provide Onsite/In-Home Service in fulfillment 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/In-Home Service will be provided via third-party technician to be dispatched as needed following phone-based troubleshooting. Some repairs may be accomplished with self repair kits. Onsite/In-Home Service may not be available in all locations.

19. Requires high definition-capable display with HDMI™ connector.

Image quality will vary.

20. Based on original factory image and will vary with product configuration changes and additional software added to the hard drive.

21. Excluding end user interaction

22. Intel Turbo Boost Technology performance varies depending on hardware, software and overall system configuration. Check with your PC manufacturer on whether your system delivers Intel Turbo

Boost Technology. For more information, see http://www.intel.com/technology/turboboost

Computer Interface: For this product, there are a multitude of varying software packages and add-on hardware options. This product is not manufactured to work with 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 here.

Sony hereby disclaims any representations or warranties that this product is compatible with any combination of non-Sony products you may choose to connect to it. 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 computer are subject to change without notice. Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions or have all documentation. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

©2010 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, VAIO Care,

Memory Stick PRO, MagicGate, MOTION EYE, and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries.

Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo are registered trademarks of SIG, Inc.

Symantec, the Symantec Logo, and Norton Internet Security are trademarks or registered trademarks of Symantec Corporation or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI

Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Last Updated: 06/15/2010