VAIO® SZ Series Build-to-Order Notebook PC

VGN-SZ680 Build-to-Order Series

Weight: 4.0 lbs16 Weight will vary depending on configuration
Dimensions: 12.5”(W) x 1.0"-1.5"(H) x 9.3”(D)16
The slim, lightweight VAIO® SZ Notebook delivers an inspiring blend of mobile design, cutting-edge performance and contemporary style. With a 13.3" widescreen display11, optional integrated wireless WAN18 technology, an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor, a revolutionary Hybrid Graphics System and more, you can work faster, play longer and get more from every moment.
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Key Features
Highly Mobile Design :   An inspiring fusion of mobility, power and style, the VAIO® SZ Notebook delivers intelligent mobile design while placing a priority on usability and performance. This slim, lightweight PC measures a mere 1" thin17, with a superb 13.3" widescreen display11 with XBRITE™ LCD technology, long battery life7 and a generous, comfortable keyboard. And with its durable carbon fiber casing, the VAIO SZ Notebook is the portrait of sleek, contemporary style.
Performance :   Get the ultimate mobile experience with unparalleled processing speeds, and enhanced wireless connectivity3. The VAIO® SZ Notebook features Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology, Intel’s latest notebook technology to date. Powered by an Intel Core™ 2 Duo processor, this state-of-the-art technology provides lightening-fast performance and the mobility and power you need for high-speed, wireless computing on-the-go3. With Intel Centrino Duo processor technology, you've got the dual-core performance designed for serious multitasking and demanding applications.
Hybrid Graphics System :   Exclusive to VAIO® PCs, the revolutionary Hybrid Graphics System lets you set your graphics performance. A simple hardware switch enables you to toggle between an internal Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 for optimal power consumption with excellent performance and an external NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 8400M GS GPU graphics chip for even more robust performance13.
Mobile Multimedia Entertainment :   The VAIO® SZ Notebook is a mobile multimedia entertainment dream-come-true. Watch movies with stunning clarity, listen to your favorite music, deliver dynamic presentations and create and manage your multimedia files with ease. Enjoy the incredibly rich and full sound that Sony’s original Sound Reality™ technology delivers. The VAIO SZ Notebook will fuel your creativity and entertainment aspirations.
Visual Communication :   Stay connected to colleagues, friends and family wherever you find yourself. The VAIO® SZ Notebook features an integrated camera with zoom utility and microphone enabling real-time video conferencing whether you’re in the office, at home or on the go12.

Audio
Sound System :   Sony® Sound Reality™ - Audio Enhancer

Display
Screen or Display Technology :   WXGA razor thin LCD panel
Screen Size :   13.3”11
Resolution :   1280x800
XBRITE™ LCD Technology :   Yes
White LED back light for better quality and clarity

Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader :   Memory Stick DUO™ with MagicGate® functionality
ExpressCard™/34 Slot: 5-in-1 Memory Card Adaptor (VGP-MCA20A) supporting Memory Stick®, Memory Stick PRO™, Secure Digital, xD-Picture Card, and MultiMediaCard (MMC)
PCMCIA (Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support)

General
Computer Type :   Notebook
Type of Use :   Ultra Portable
Action Buttons :   S1, S2 (programmable), Wireless On/Off, Stamina/Speed Hybrid Graphics Switch
Security :   Trusted Platform Module (TPM), TCG Ver.1.2 compliant
Biometric Fingerprint Sensor

Graphics
Processor :   NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M GS GPU and Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
Video RAM :   319MB Total Available Graphics Memory13 (with NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400 GS GPU and 1GB RAM) and 251MB Total Available Graphics13 (Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 with 1GB RAM) or
831MB Total Available Graphics Memory13 (with NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400 GS GPU and 2GB RAM or over) and 358MB Total Available Graphics13 (Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 with 2GB RAM or over)
Technology :   Hybrid Graphics System
Chipset :   Mobile Intel® GM965 Express Chipset
Interface :   VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor

Hard Drive
Capacity :   200GB2 (Configuration 1),
160GB2 Hybrid Hard Drive with 256MB flash memory (Configuration 2), 160GB2 (Configuration 3) or 120GB2(Configuration 4)
Speed :   7200rpm (Configuration 1), 5400rpm (Configuration 2-4)
Interface :   Serial ATA
Impact Protection :   G-Sensor™ Shock Protection - Hard Disk Drive Protection

Hardware
Camera :   Built-in Camera and Microphone
Keyboard :   QWERTY (86 keys with 3mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch)
Pointing Device :   Electro-Static touch pad

Inputs and Outputs
Headphone Jack :   1
i.LINK® Interface :   1 (4-pin IEEE 1394) interface6
Memory Stick® Media Slot :   1
Microphone Input :   1
USB Port(s) :   2 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s) :   1
DC-In :   1
Ethernet Port :   1
Modem Jack :   1
Express Card™ Slot :   1
Port Replicator Connector(s) :   1 (Bottom)

Memory
Type :   DDR2
Installed :   2GB (1GBx2) PC2-5300 or 1GB (1GBx1) PC2-5300
Maximum :   4GB15
Speed :   667MHz

Networking/Modem
Ethernet Protocol :   Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Ethernet Speed :   10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T
Modem Type :   Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11)
Wireless LAN :   Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection (802.11a/b/g/n)3
Bluetooth® Technology :   Integrated Bluetooth® Technology5
Wireless WAN :   Optional Sprint® Mobile Broadband service18

Optical Drive #1
DVD±RW :   Yes4 (DVD±RW/DVD±DL/RAM)
CD Read :   24x max.
CD-R Write :   24x max.
CD-RW Write :   16x max.
DVD+R DL Write :   4x max.
DVD+R Write :   8x max.
DVD+RW Write :   8x max.
DVD-R Write :   8x max.
DVD-RW Write :   6x max.
DVD Read :   8x max.
DVD-RAM Read :   5x max.
DVD-R DL Write :   4x max.
DVD-RAM Write :   5x max.

Power
Battery Type :   Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS10)
Estimated Battery Life :   3.0-6.07 (Standard Battery)
Power Requirements :   105W+10%

Processor
Type :   Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T7700 (Configuration 1),
Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T7500 (Configuration 2),
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7250 (Configuration 3)
Speed :   2.40GHz1 (Configuration 1), 2.20GHz1(Configuration 2) or 2GHz1(Configuration 3)
Front Side Bus Speed :   800MHz
L2 Cache :   4MB Cache (for Configurations 1-3)
2MB (for Configurations 4)
Technology :   Intel® Centrino® Duo Processor Technology

Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty :   1 Year Limited Warranty8
Telephone Support :   1 year (toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/7)9
Online and Email Support :   Support available from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO

Software
Operating System :   Windows Vista® Business
Internet Services :   AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - For new users only
Security and Anti-Virus Software :   Norton® Internet Security™ 2007 60-Day Trial with spyware protection
Supplied Software :   Microsoft® Works 8.5
60-Day Trial version of Microsoft® Office 200710
Sony® Original Software :   Click to DVD® - DVD Creation
LocationFree® Player Software
* Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your PC for a complete list of software applications and trials.

Weights and Measurements
Weight (Approx.) :   4.0 lbs16 Weight will vary depending on configuration
Dimensions (Approx.) :   12.5”(W) x 1.0"-1.5"(H) x 9.3”(D)16
Supplied Accessories:
 Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS10)
AC adapter (VGP-AC19V25)
Memory Card Adapter (VGP-MCA20A)14
Power Cord

Optional Accessories:
 Port Replicator (VGP-PRSZ1)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL9)
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21)
Bluetooth Laser Mouse (VGP-BMS33/B)
Neoprene Notebook & AC Adapter (VGP-AMC1)
Protection Case with VAIO Smart Protection (VGP-CKSZ1)
Slim Carrying Case (VGP-CCB3)
USB Portable Speaker (VGP-USP1)
Portable Hard Drive with Wireless Keys (VGP-UHDM10/B)
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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 a compatible 802.11n access point. Some functionality may require Internet services, which may require a fee.
    4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
    5. Interoperability among Bluetooth® devices varies.
    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, battery 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 applicable software vendor.
    10. 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.
    11. Viewable area measured diagonally.
    12. Broadband Internet service required along with third-party services which may require a subscription fee or other service fee.
    13. 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 and system memory size.
    14. Does not support Memory Stick® media and Memory Stick PRO™ media using the MagicGate® function or high-speed data transfer. Supports memory cards with capacities up to 8GB. Does not support 5.0V SmartMedia media or the ID function of SmartMedia media with IDs. Does not support the SD Memory Card media copyright protection function. This adapter has been tested with only Sony® branded Memory Stick PRO™ media. Sony® branded Memory Stick PRO™ media is recommended for use with this adapter.
    15. A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to the operating system.
    16. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
    17. Measured at the narrowest point.
    18. 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 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. Pre-installed 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. Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. ©2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Sony logo, i.LINK, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, VAIO, VAIO logo, XBRITE, G-Sensor, Sound Reality, Memory Stick PRO Duo, MagicGate, Click to DVD, LocationFree and like.no.other are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Printed in U.S.A. 07/07.