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VAIO® NS Notebook PC

VGN-NS255J/S

Weight: 6.4 lbs7 (with standard battery)
Dimensions: 14.18"(W) x 1.24-1.5"(H) x 10.63"(D)7,8

Configured for consumers: The 15.4”6 VAIO® NS notebook exemplifies contemporary style in an easy-to-handle mobile PC. With such great performance features as an available Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor, built-in webcam4 and 4GB of RAM, the VAIO NS notebook is a great PC for all your day-to-day computing and entertainment endeavors.
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Key Features
Everyday PC Performance :  
  
Enjoy the powerful performance of an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T6400 processor (2.0GHz1) with 4GB of pre-installed memory. The VAIO NS notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit5. Work and play online from almost anywhere within your home or office using 802.11a/b/g/n integrated wireless LAN technology3. Store your cherished digial family photos, school projects and important documents on the roomy 250GB2 (5400rpm) Serial ATA hard disk drive .
Multimedia Entertainment :  
  
A 15.4" widescreen6 display, with XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology, delivers razor-sharp details and bold colors while perserving precious battery power. Communicate with family, friends and colleagues using the built-in webcam.4 Editing digital video and images 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.
Stylish yet Functional Design :  
  
Clean lines, textured exterior, a rich Granite Silver hue and an aesthetic yet functional design give this notebook a very contemporary look and feel. Connect to useful peripherals with 4 conveniently located USB ports.
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Hardware
Camera
:  
  
Built-in 1.3 megapixel MOTION EYE® camera and microphone
Keyboard
:  
  
QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch

Audio
Sound System
:  
  
Intel® High Definition Audio

Power
Battery Type
:  
  
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS13/B)
Estimated Battery Life
:  
  
1.5-4.0 hours11 Standard Capacity Battery 2.0-5.5 hours11 Large Capacity Battery
Power Requirements
:  
  
95W + 10%

Display
Resolution
:  
  
1280 x 800 (WXGA)
Screen Size
:  
  
15.4"6
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology
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Yes

General
Action Buttons
:  
  
AV Mode, Mute
Computer Type
:  
  
Notebook
Pointing Device
:  
  
Electro-static touch pad
Type of Use
:  
  
Portable

Environmental Information
ENERGY STAR®
:  
  
4.0
EPEAT™
:  
  
Silver
ROHS®
:  
  
Compliant For more information: www.sony.com/viaoeco

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

Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.)
:  
  
14.18"(W) x 1.24-1.5"(H) x 10.63"(D)7,8
Weight (Approx.)
:  
  
6.4 lbs7 (with standard battery)

Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term
:  
  
1 year limited warranty12. See actual warranty for details.
Online and Email Support
:  
  
Support available from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Telephone Support
:  
  
1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/713

Graphics
Chipset
:  
  
Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Processor
:  
  
Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500 MHD with Intel® Clear Video Technology. Total Available Graphics Memory of 1750MB (max.)10

Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader
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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
Anti-Virus Software
:  
  
Microsoft® Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version15
Operating System
:  
  
Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit5
Supplied Software
:  
  
Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home and Student 200714
VAIO® Multimedia Suite
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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.

Wireless/Networking
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
:  
  
250GB2
Speed
:  
  
5400rpm
Type
:  
  
Serial ATA

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

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

Processor
Front Side Bus Speed
:  
  
800MHz
L2 Cache
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2MB
Speed
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2.0GHz1
Technology
:  
  
Intel® Centrino® processor technology
Type
:  
  
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T6400
Supplied Accessories:
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS13/B)
AC Adapter
Power Cord

Optional Accessories:
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL13)
Additional Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS13A/B)
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V30)
USB Optical Mouse(VGP-UMS55/W)
USB Portable Speaker (VGP-USP1)
Neoprene Notebook and AC Adapter Case (VGP-AMC3)
Notebook Backpack (VGP-CCP3/H)
Sport Backpack (VGP-CCP4/L)
List Price*
$829.99
*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. Broadband Internet service required along with third party services which may require a subscription or other service fee.
    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 varies depending on the operating condition, version of device driver and system memory size.
    11. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.
    12. 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.
    13. 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.
    14. 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 don't 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.
    15. 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.

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, Sony logo, VAIO, VAIO logo, XBRITE-ECO, MagicGate, MOTION EYE, Memory Stick PRO and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft, Windows Live, OneCare and Windows Vista are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation 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. ENERGY STAR and its logo are trademarks. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Printed in U.S.A. 10/08.