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VAIO® AW Series Notebook

VGN-AW290JGQ

Weight: 8.8 lbs7 (with standard capacity battery)
Dimensions: 17.2"(W) x 1.45 - 1.56"(H) x 11.4"(D)7,8

The VAIO® AW notebook is an HD multimedia powerhouse boasting an 18.4” extra-widescreen display6 with XBRITE-FullHD™ LCD technology. Designed to maximize LCD space while minimizing chassis size, this user-friendly notebook packs a powerful punch with Blu-ray Disc™ playback4, external NVIDIA® graphics and next-gen Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology.
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Key Features
Powerful Performance :  
  
Enjoy the powerful performance of an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T9550 processor (2.66GHz) with Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology and 4GB of pre-installed system memory.

The VAIO® AW notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit5.

Tackle virtually any graphics requirement with a NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT graphics card and 512MB of dedicated video RAM.
Inspired By Theater Screens. Born out of Sony® HD Technology. :  
  
An 18.4"6 extra-widescreen display and stunning XBRITE-FullHD™ LCD technology delivers dazzling colors and stunning picture clarity in crystal clear high definition.

Preventing surprises at print, the Adobe® RGB color compatible display ensures the most color accurate reproduction of images captured by your digital camera.

A Blu-ray Disc™ optical drive lets you playback5 Blu-ray Disc™ movies in crystal-clear resolution and record18 25-50GB2 of data to a single Blu-ray Disc™ media.

Immersing you in sound and bringing your HD movies to life, the AW Series notebook includes Dolby Home Theater suround sound technology.

An HDMI™ output provides single-cable full 1080p connectivity (audio and video) to a compatible HDTV (cable sold separately)16.
Endless Features :  
  
Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® technology15 allows you to wirelessly connect to useful peripherals and stream CD-quality audio to compatible devices.

Editing digital video and pictures is quick and easy with VAIO® Movie Story software. You choose the supplied template and professional-looking cutaways, cross-fades and soundtrack syncing are automatically done for you.

Hardware
Camera
:  
  
Built-in 1.3 MP MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology
Keyboard
:  
  
QWERTY, 103 keys, 19.05 mm pitch, 2 mm stroke

Audio
Sound System
:  
  
Intel® High Definition Audio with Dolby Digital Live
Speakers (Total)
:  
  
Built-in stereo speakers + 2W subwoofer

Power
Battery Type
:  
  
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS13B)
Estimated Battery Life
:  
  
1.0-2.5 hours14 Standard Capacity Battery 1.5-3.5 hours14 Large Capacity Battery
Power Requirements
:  
  
150W + 10%

Display
Resolution
:  
  
1920 x 1080
Screen Size
:  
  
18.4"6
Technology
:  
  
Adobe® RGB Color Correction
XBRITE-FullHD™ Technology
:  
  
Yes

General
Action Buttons
:  
  
S1, S2, Volume - / +, Mute, Play / Pause, Stop, Eject, WLAN / Bluetooth® on / off, AV Mode
Computer Type
:  
  
Notebook
Pointing Device
:  
  
Electro-static touch pad
Security
:  
  
Biometric Fingerprint Scanner
Type of Use
:  
  
Desktop Replacement

Environmental Information
ROHS®
:  
  
Compliant For more information: www.sony.com/vaioeco

Memory
Installed
:  
  
4GB PC2-6400 (2GBx2)
Type/Speed
:  
  
DDR2/800MHz
Maximum
:  
  
8GB

Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.)
:  
  
17.2"(W) x 1.45 - 1.56"(H) x 11.4"(D)7,8
Weight (Approx.)
:  
  
8.8 lbs7 (with standard capacity battery)

Service and Warranty Information
Telephone Support
:  
  
1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/712.
Online and Email Support
:  
  
Support available from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Limited Warranty Term
:  
  
1 year limited warranty11. See actual warranty for details.

Graphics
Chipset
:  
  
Mobile Intel® PM45 Express Chipset
Max. External Display Resolution via HDMI™
:  
  
1920x1080
Max. External Resolution via DVI
:  
  
1920x1200
Max. External Resolution via VGA
:  
  
2048x1536
Processor
:  
  
NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT GPU Total Available Graphics Memory of 2280MB10
Video RAM
:  
  
512MB dedicated video RAM

Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader
:  
  
One CompactFlash® media slot One Memory Stick PRO™ (Standard / Duo) media slot with MagicGate® functionality One ExpressCard® /34 media slot One Secure Digital (SD™ memory card) media slot

Software
Operating System
:  
  
Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit5
VAIO® Multimedia Suite
:  
  
VAIO® Startup Assistant Click to Disc Editor - Import, Edit, Burn VAIO® Movie Story - Simple Movie Creation VAIO® MusicBox - Music by Mood VAIO® Media plus - Multimedia Streaming Software *Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your PC for a complete list of software applications and trials.
Anti-Virus Software
:  
  
Microsoft® Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version17
Supplied Software
:  
  
Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home and Student 200713

Wireless/Networking
Bluetooth® Technology
:  
  
Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® Technology (2.1 + EDR)15
Ethernet Protocol
:  
  
10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T (Gigabit)
Ethernet Speed
:  
  
Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Modem Type
:  
  
Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11)
Wi-Fi
:  
  
Intel® WiFi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/b/g/n)3

Hard Drive
Capacity
:  
  
640GB2 (320GB2x2)
Speed
:  
  
7200rpm
Type
:  
  
Serial ATA

Inputs and Outputs
DC-In
:  
  
1
Ethernet Connection(s)
:  
  
1
HDMI™ Output
:  
  
1
Headphone Output(s)
:  
  
1
Microphone Input
:  
  
1
Modem Jack
:  
  
1
S/PDIF Output(s)
:  
  
1
USB Port(s)
:  
  
3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s)
:  
  
1
i.LINK® Connection
:  
  
1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)9

Optical Drive
BD-R DL Read / Write
:  
  
2x max
BD-R Read / Write
:  
  
4x max
BD-RE DL Read / Write
:  
  
2x max
BD-RE Read / Write
:  
  
2x max
BD-ROM Read
:  
  
4x max
Blu-ray Disc™ Support
:  
  
Read5 / Write18 (BD-R/-RE/-ROM)
CD Support
:  
  
Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)
DVD Support
:  
  
Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-RAM)

Processor
Front Side Bus Speed
:  
  
1066MHz
L2 Cache
:  
  
6MB
Speed
:  
  
2.66GHz1
Technology
:  
  
Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology
Type
:  
  
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor T9550
Supplied Accessories:
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS13B)
Power Cord
AC Adapter

Optional Accessories:
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL13)
Additional Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS13A/B)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V25)
Bluetooth®16 Mouse with Mouse Pad (VGP-BMS5P)
USB Portable Speaker (VGP-USP1)
List Price*
$2,499.99
*Ask your reseller or distributor for product pricing
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Footnotes
    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. Requires 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet services.
    4. Certain circumstances may limit/prevent Blu-ray Disc™ media playback. For optimal performance, download all updates from http://esupport.sony.com/EN/DRIVERS.
    5. Compatibility and performance in a 64-bit environment may vary. Check with the manufacturer of your software or accessory to ensure you have the latest updates.
    6. Viewable area measured diagonally.
    7. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
    8. Measured at the narrowest point
    9. 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.
    10. 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. Shared System Memory varies depending on the operating condition, driver software version and system memory size.
    11. 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.
    12. 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.
    13. 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 do not 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 instructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.
    14. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.
    15. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.
    16. Requires high definition-capable display with HDMI™ connector. Image quality will vary.
    17. Microsoft® Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version - This trial software will work for ninety (90) days after you first use it. You will not be able to use the software if you do not 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 90-day trial period, you must buy a subscription. You can subscribe online by following the conversion instructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.
    18. Video recording to Blu-ray Disc™ media is done MPEG2 and AVC formats.

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. Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org). ©2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO, XBRITE-FullHD, Sony logo, VAIO logo, Memory Stick PRO and MagicGate are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel, Centrino and Core are trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft, WindowsLive, OneCare and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo are registered trademarks of SIG, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Printed 12/08.