Sony recommends Windows Vista® Ultimate

Specifications

Model

Platform

Operating System

Processor System Bus

Memory Bus

Cache Memory

Main

Memory

Hard Disk

Pre-installed / Max

SO-DIMM slots

Optical

Drive

Drive

Maximum Reading Speed

Maximum Writing Speed

Graphics Accelerator

Total Available Graphics Memory (Max) * 8

Display

TV Function

Interfaces

USB i.LINK(IEEE 1394)

Network (RJ-45)Connector

Display Output Connector

AV In/Out Connector

S Video In/Out Connector

Headphone

Microphone

HDMI Connector

Modem

Memory Stick Slot

SD Memory Card Slot

DC IN

Others

Wireless LAN

Wireless

Connection

Bluetooth

Compatible Memory Cards

PC Card Slot

Camera

Audio

Keyboard / Input Device

Battery Life* 15 Bundled Battery

Optional Long Battery

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Weight

Software Applications

Supplied Accessories

Warranty

VGN-AR59GU

Intel ® Centrino

• Intel ®

® Duo Processor Technology

Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7700 (2.40GHz)* 1 * 2 • Intel ® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection • Mobile Intel ® PM965 Express Chipset

Genuine Windows Vista ® Ultimate (English version) with Traditional Chinese Language Pack

800MHz

667MHz

4MB

2GB DDR2 SDRAM * 3 (upgradeable up to 4GB * 4 )

2 SO-DIMM slots (The pre-installed memory module uses two)

500GB * 5 (250GBx2, Serial ATA, 5400rpm, RAID support * 6 )

Blu-ray Disc Drive* 7

BD-ROM: 2x / BD-R: 2x (Single Layer), 1.6x (Dual Layer) / BD-RE: 2x (Single Layer), 1.6x (Dual Layer) / DVD+R: 8x (Single Layer),

6x (Double Layer) / DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 6x (Dual Layer) / DVD-RW: 6x /DVD+RW: 6x / DVD-ROM: 8x / DVD-RAM: 5x /

CD-ROM: 24x /CD-R: 24x /CD-RW: 24x

BD-R: 2x (Single Layer), 1x (Dual Layer) / BD-RE: 2x (Single Layer), 1x (Dual Layer) / DVD+R: 8x (Single Layer), 2.4x (Double Layer) /

DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 2x (Dual Layer) / DVD+RW: 4x / DVD-RW: 4x / DVD-RAM: 5x / CD-R: 8x /CD-RW: 8x

NVIDIA ® GeForce ® 8600M GT notebook graphics processing unit (GPU)

1023MB

17.0" Wide (WUXGA: 1920 x 1200) TFT colour display (Clear Bright High Colour LCD)

Digital (DVB-T)/Analogue Hybrid Tuner x 1 * 9

High Speed USB 2.0 x 3

4pin (S400) x 1

10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T x 1

Analogue RGB, mini D-sub 15pin x 1

Input x 1

Input x 1, Output x 1 * 10

Stereo mini jack x 1

Stereo mini jack x 1

Output x 1

V.92 and V.90 Compliant x 1

Memory Stick (Standard/Duo Size compatible, MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO compatible, High-speed data transfer compatible) * 11

SD Memory Card * 12 (SDHC compatible, MMC compatible) x 1

VHF/UHF Connector, Optical Out Connector, Infrared Receiver

Integrated Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g * 13 • Intel ® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection

• Data rate: maximum 11Mbps (802.11b)/54Mbps (802.11a/g) * 14 • Frequency: 5GHz (802.11a), 2.4GHz (802.11b/g)

Bluetooth standard Ver. 2.0+EDR

Memory Stick (Standard/Duo Size compatible, MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO compatible,

High-speed data transfer compatible) • SD Memory Card (SDHC compatible) • Multi Media Card

ExpressCard™(ExpressCard™/54 compatible) x 1, Type I/II x 1

Effective Pixels: 1280x1024

• DSD compatible high quality sound chip: "Sound Reality" (Intel ® High Definition Audio compatible)

• 3D audio (Direct Sound 3D support) • Built-in stereo speakers • Built-in monaural microphone

• Approx. 19 mm key pitch / 2.5mm keystroke • 86 keys • Intelligent Touchpad

VGP-BPS9A/B Lithum-ion battery: up to 1.5 hours of use

VGP-BPL9 Lithum-ion battery: up to 2 hours of use

416 x 33.5-41.5 x 299.5mm

3.9kg (including the supplied battery)

• AV Entertainment: Windows ® Media Center, Image Converter 3 • Video Edit/Playback: VAIO Movie Story 1.0, VAIO Content

Importer/Exporter 1.2, Adobe ® Premiere ® Elements 3.0 (Installer), VAIO Edit Components 6.3 (Installer), WinDVD BD for VAIO 8.0 •

BD/DVD Creation: Click to DVD BD 3.0*16 • Music: VAIO MusicBox 1.0, SonicStage Mastering Studio 2.4, SonicStage Mastering

Studio Audio Filter 2.3, DSD Direct Player 1.0

• Still Image/Photo: Windows ® Photo Gallery, Picasa™, Adobe ® Photoshop ® Elements

5.0 (Installer) • Home Network: VAIO Media 6.1

• Word Processor/Spreadsheet: 60-Days Trial Version of Microsoft ® Office

Professional 2007*17 • Tool: Roxio Easy Media Creator 9.0, Adobe ® Reader ® 8.1, Norton Internet Security™ 2007*18 • Utilities: VAIO

Control Center 2.1, VAIO Camera Capture Utility 2.5, Setting Utility Series 3.0, VAIO Launcher 1.0, ArcSoft Magic-i™ Visual Effects 1.0

(Installer) • Support: VAIO Recovery Center 1.1, VAIO Update 3.0, VAIO Data Restore Tool 1.0

AC Adaptor(VGP-AC19V16) *19 • Lithium-ion battery(VGP-BPS9A/B) *20 • Remote Commander (RM-MCE20E), 2 AA Batteries

One year * 21

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

*1 CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions. *2 Intel® Virtualization Technology is not supported on VAIO. *3 Since memory modules of the same capacity are installed to both of the two memory module slots, computer runs in dual channel mode and provides better performance. *4 A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to the operating system. Sony does not guarantee compatibility with memories of other brands. *5 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. *6 Set to RAID 0

(Striping) at initial shipment settings. It will be displayed as 500GB x 1 on the Windows operating system. *7 This product does not support BD-RE 1.0 discs and Blu-ray cartridge discs. *8 Total Available Graphics

Memory refers to the new Windows Vista® classification of graphics memory, which is the total of Dedicated Video Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory. *9 There may be some cases in which the programs cannot be seen depending on the Cable TV Service. Please contact each Cable TV Service for further information. *10 Does not support playback copyright protected contents recorded on Blu-ray disc.

*11 Compatibility confirmed with Sony branded "Memory Stick" media only. *12 The copyright protection of the SD memory card is not supported. *13 The maximum communication distance can vary depending on the obstacles or the distance between the communication devices, the radio waves, the operating system or the software being used. *14 The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use. In addition, communication may be cut off depending on the radio conditions. *15 Estimated battery life (under JEITA Battery Run Time Measurement Method (ver.1.0).) Actual battery life may vary with different operating conditions and settings. For further details, please visit vaioonline.sony.com *16 When a BDMV format disc is to be created, a hard disk margin of two times the capacity of the material other than the actual space necessary for itself, plus approximately 1GB is required. *17

This software is intended for evaluation purposes only. It must be activated before actual use, and the activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch. Activation requires Internet access, which enables certain functions included. 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 options and operations. *18 Free use of 90 days. Further update will be charged. *19 AC adapter should be connected while the CPU is having a heavy workload, such as Blu-ray disc playback, or playback may not be displayed properly because of the power saving feature. *20 This product may only function with a genuine Sony battery designed for this model. *21 Warranty conditions may vary by region.

<Important notice when playing back Blu-ray discs>>

[Supporting Disc] • Supports writing data to BD-R 1.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50GB) and BD-RE 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50GB). The Blu-ray disc drive on your computer does not support BD-RE 1.0 discs and Blu-ray cartridge discs. [Blu-ray Disc Playback] • As with other optical media devices, circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray disc playback. VAIO computers may not support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. • Requires compatible high-definition display for high-definition playback. Playback of AACS protected media may require an HDCP compliant output and HDCP compliant display. • You may need to connect to the Internet when playing copyright protected Blu-ray discs • Region settings are required for Movies and BD-ROM contents. If the region setting and the region of the disc do not match, playback is not possible. [Blu-ray Disc Recording /

Burning] • Video recording to Blu-ray Disc media is done in MPEG2 format only.

The trademarks, including but not limited to "SONY", "VAIO", "Memory Stick" and "SonicStage" are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. Adobe, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Reader and

Adobe Premiere are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Intel, the Intel logo, Centrino and the Centrino logo, Intel Core and Core Inside, are trademarks or registered trademarks of

Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Windows, Windows Vista, the Windows logo and Microsoft are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Whilst information given is true at time of printing, small production changes in the course of our company's policy of improvement through research and design might not necessarily be included in the specifications. E&OE. Actual models may differ slightly in appearance to illustrations provided.

Optional Accessories for the VGN-AR59GU

(availability depends on region)

VGP-BPL9

Lithium-ion Battery (L) l Rechargeable battery: up to 2 hours of use* 15

VGP-SP100

2.1ch Amplified Speakers l Unparalleled multimedia experience l Easy connectivity via USB 2.0

l 1.2W Subwoofer plus bass balance

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Shortcut buttons

Volume buttons

Mute button

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Disc drive eject button

Built-in camera MOTION EYE

Built-in stereo speakers

Power button

LCD lock

Infrared receiver

Built-in monaural microphone

Memory Stick Duo slot (Standard/Duo Size compatible,

MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO compatible,

High-speed data transfer compatible)

SD Memory card slot (MMC compatible)

Wireless LAN switch

USB 2.0 connector (x 2)

PC Card eject button

PC Card slot (Type I/II x 1)

ExpressCard™ module eject button

Universal ExpressCard™ slot i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400(4pin) connector

AV In

S-Video In Connector

S-Video Out Connector

HDMI connector

Monitor connector (Analogue RGB, mini D-sub 15 pin )

Network (RJ-45) connector

Modem (RJ-11) connector

CHANNEL buttons -/+

TV REC button

Play/Pause button

Stop button

Previous track button

Next track button

AV MODE button

S/PDIF optical out (Output frequency 96 kHz/48 kHz/

44 kHz/Variable)

Microphone jack(stereo mini)

Headphones jack(stereo mini)

Blu-ray Disc Drive

Drive eject button

Manual eject hole

VHF/UHF connector

Security slot

USB 2.0 connector

DC IN connector

vaio-online.sony.com

VAIO AR

Intel

®

Centrino

®

Duo Processor Technology

VGN-AR59GU

Multiply your entertainment with Blu-ray compatibility and built-in TV Tuner

VGN-AR59GU

Stay on top with TV reception and Blu-ray’s high definition

Blu-ray’s HD (High Definition) capabilities will let you stay on top of your game with detailed images that are bound to get your creations noticed. You can also stay on top of breaking news and your favourite shows since this PC provides a TV Solution right at your desk.

And naturally the Windows Vista® Ultimate operating system provides unprecedented usability and security, so you always come out on top no matter how you enjoy this multi-talented PC.

Sony recommends Windows Vista® Ultimate

Hybrid TV tuner with easy control

Design-integrated

MOTION EYE camera

SONY illuminated logo AV control buttons S/PDIF optical out, S-Video

In/Out, HDMI Connector

Blu-ray Disc & Full HD

VAIO AR59GU has a built-in Blu-ray Disc Drive that allows you to unleash your creativity in the form of HD (High Definition) content. It comes with all the software you need to edit and burn HD content onto Blu-ray disc so you can get started right away. And its 17 " wide Clear Bright High Colour LCD gives you a detailed picture that does justice to HD images, with 72% colour reproduction for incredible realism, and a Vivid mode that instantly boosts colour contrast for a more lively image.

Standard Mode Vivid Mode

High-Octane AV Entertainment

In addition to the visual power of HD images, VAIO AR59GU gives you a total audiovisual experience powered by the latest Intel ® Centrino ® Duo Processor

Technology. For instance, there’s a built-in TV tuner with handy remote commander so you can enjoy watching TV right where you are. For high-quality home movies without the bother, try Sony's new VAIO Movie Story that distills complex movie production into three simple steps. Use the cool Sony-designed templates to quickly produce great looking movies or give your creativity free reign with the editing tools.

Sleek & Stately Style

With a minimum thickness of 33.5 mm, every surface and every curvature of its sleek body has meaning; to make VAIO ergonomically stylish, stress-free to work with, and a pleasure to look at. The light and sturdy magnesium alloy used in the chassis is the same type that is used in aerospace by virtue of its durability and resistance to electromagnetic interference, and the exterior’s

Premium Black finish radiates a lustre like a fine car or a grand piano.

: Main features

HD viewing:

17" Wide Clear Bright

High Colour LCD

Comfortable typing:

Full-pitched Keyboard

: Basic specifications

Intel ® Core™2 Duo

Processor T7700

(2.40GHz)

TV Solution at your desk:

Built-in Hybrid TV Tuner

Content sharing:

Memory Stick Slot

SD Memory Card Slot

Genuine Windows

Vista ® Ultimate

Fast HDD access:

RAID Technology

Excellent sound:

Rich Sound Speakers,

Dolby ® Digital Live

17.0" WUXGA

1920 x 1200 LCD

Visual communication:

Built-in Camera

MOTION EYE

AV output flexibility:

HDMI, S-Video, S/PDIF

Network freedom:

Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g

Bluetooth ®

Customisable:

User-assignable S keys

Superior material:

Magnesium alloy body

NVIDIA ® GeForce ®

8600M GT GPU

Blu-ray Disc™ Drive Main Memory 2GB

Handy presentation:

Plug & Display

Hard Disk Drive 500GB

Screen image is simulated.

Powerful Software for creative minds.

VIDEO & PHOTOS

VAIO Movie Story

Automatically produce high-quality home movies with a professional feel in three simple steps.

Click to DVD BD

Just click to create your own Blu-ray

Disc™ with menu and superior-quality

HD video content.

VAIO Content Importer/Exporter

Import and export a wide range of AV files simply and smoothly for playback and editing.

Adobe

®

Premiere

®

Elements

Enjoy advanced editing of videos, photos, and music with this renowned software.

Adobe

®

Photoshop

®

Elements

Add a personal touch to your prized still images and present them effectively to your friends.

Roxio Easy Media Creator / WinDVD BD for VAIO / Picasa™

MUSIC

VAIO MusicBox

Intelligent software that automatically plays music from your collection that fits your mood, activity or time of day.

SonicStage Mastering Studio

Convert analogue music to digitally enhanced audio* with high-quality effector modules.

SonicStage Mastering Studio

Audio Filter

Enhance any audio content played on

VAIO laptop PCs and enjoy it with excellent headphone presets.

SUPPORT

VAIO Update

Alerting you to important changes via

Internet that appear as reminder balloons on your desktop.**

Norton Internet Security™ 2007

Highly effective monitoring for viruses and spyware helps keep computing secure.***

VAIO Recovery Center / VAIO Data Restore Tool

* Roland EDIROL AUDIO capture

UA-25**** or UA-101**** USB audio interface device required.

** Internet connection required for use.

*** Free use of 90 days. Further update will be charged.

Note: Any copying or reproduction of copyrighted material may amount to copyright infringement.