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VAIO® TT Series Notebook

VGN-TT298Y/B

Weight: 2.87 lbs.9
Dimensions: 10.99"(W) x 0.93"(H) x 7.87"(D)9,10

The ultraportable VAIO® TT notebook establishes a new grade in mobility with its thin-and-light and stylish design. What’s more, this PC with a stunning 11.1”8 LCD offers industry-leading mobile performance, balancing the power of Intel ® Centrino® 2 processor technology and Blu-ray Disc™ optical dirve with a host of energy-conserving features that deliver maximum battery life.
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Key Features
Mobile PC Performance :  
  
Enjoy the performance of an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo SU9600 processor (1.60GHz1) with Intel® Centrino® 2 technology and 4GB7 of pre-installed system memory.

The VAIO® TT series notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Ultimate 64-bit.

For even faster read / write times and greater durability, enjoy a power-efficient 256GB2 solid state drive (128GB2 x 2) with RAID 0 technology.

Energy Saving technology, including Ambient light sensor, minimizes power consumption for extra-long battery life.
Endless Features :  
  
Enjoy an 11.1"8 LED backlit, widescreen display with XBRITE-DuraView™ LCD technology for a brighter, crisper, tougher display that helps resist scratches.

A Blu-ray Disc™ optical drive lets you playback5 HD Blu-ray Disc movies in crystal-clear resolution and store6 25-50GB2 of data to a single recordable Blu-ray Disc media.

An HDMI™ output delivers digital video and audio to external sources via a single cable letting you enjoy HD entertainment on your compatible HDTV (cable sold separately)18.

A built-in microphone and MOTION EYE® camera with face-tracking technology allows for easy communication with friends and family19.

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

Active Noise Cancelling technology and supplied headphones provide crystal-clear audio in noisy mobile scenarios.
Wireless Freedom :  
  
Go beyond LAN networks and cafe hotspots and find the Internet virtually anywhere with Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Built-In19.

Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® technology allows you to wirelessly connect to useful peripherals and stream CD-quality audio to compatible devices17.

Hardware
Camera
:  
  
Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and microphone
Keyboard
:  
  
QWERTY, 82 keys, 17.0 mm pitch, 1.7 mm stroke

Audio
Sound System
:  
  
Intel® High Definition Audio

Power
Battery Type
:  
  
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS14/B)
Estimated Battery Life
:  
  
4.5 to 7.5 hours3 Standard Capacity Battery 6.5 to 12.0 hours3 Large Capacity Battery
Input Voltage
:  
  
100-240V
Power Requirements
:  
  
68W + 10%

Display
Back Light Technology
:  
  
LED
Resolution
:  
  
1366 x 768
Screen Size
:  
  
11.1"8
Screen or Display Technology
:  
  
WXGA
XBRITE-DuraView™ Technology
:  
  
Yes

General
Action Buttons
:  
  
Mute, Volume - / +, S1, Eject, WLAN / Bluetooth® on / off
Computer Type
:  
  
Notebook
Pointing Device
:  
  
Electro-static touch pad
Security
:  
  
Biometric Fingerprint Sensor Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2 compliant
Type of Use
:  
  
Ultra Portable

Environmental Information
ENERGY STAR®
:  
  
4.0
EPEAT™
:  
  
EPEAT GOLD compliant
ROHS®
:  
  
Compliant For more information: www.sony.com/vaioeco

Memory
Installed
:  
  
4GB7 PC3-6400 (2GBx2)
Maximum
:  
  
4GB7
Speed
:  
  
800MHz
Type
:  
  
DDR3

Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.)
:  
  
10.99"(W) x 0.93"(H) x 7.87"(D)9,10
Weight (Approx.)
:  
  
2.87 lbs.9

Service and Warranty Information
International Service
:  
  
1 year international service plan available. Registration required. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
Limited Warranty Term
:  
  
1 year limited warranty13. 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 24/714.

Graphics
Chipset
:  
  
Mobile Intel® GS45 Express Chipset
Interface
:  
  
HDMI™ and VGA out with Smart Display Sensor
Max. External Display Resolution via HDMI™
:  
  
1920x1080
Max. External Resolution via DVI
:  
  
1920x1200
Max. External Resolution via VGA
:  
  
1920x1200
Processor
:  
  
Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD with Intel® Clear Video Technology. Total Available Graphics Memory: 1750MB (max.)12

Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader
:  
  
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 Version16
Operating System
:  
  
Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Ultimate 64-bit
Supplied Software
:  
  
Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home and Student 200715
The VAIO® Software Experience
:  
  
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
Bluetooth® Technology
:  
  
Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® Technology (2.1 + EDR)17
Ethernet Protocol
:  
  
10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T (Gigabit)
Ethernet Speed
:  
  
Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Mobile Broadband
:  
  
Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Built-In19
Wi-Fi
:  
  
Intel® WiFi Link 5100AGN(802.11a/b/g/n)4

Inputs and Outputs
DC-In
:  
  
1
Ethernet Connection(s)
:  
  
1
HDMI™ Output
:  
  
1
Headphone Output(s)
:  
  
1
Microphone Input
:  
  
1
Port Replicator Connector(s)
:  
  
1 (Bottom)
USB Port(s)
:  
  
2 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s)
:  
  
1
i.LINK® Connection
:  
  
1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)11

Optical Drive
BD-R DL Read
:  
  
2x max.
BD-R DL Write
:  
  
1x max.
BD-R Read
:  
  
2x max.
BD-R Write
:  
  
2x max.
BD-RE DL Read
:  
  
2x max.
BD-RE DL Write
:  
  
1x max.
BD-RE Read
:  
  
2x max.
BD-RE Write
:  
  
2x max.
BD-ROM Read
:  
  
2x max.
Blu-ray Disc™ Support
:  
  
Yes (read5 / write6) (BD-R/-RE/-ROM/ DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM Drive)
CD Support
:  
  
Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)
DVD Support
:  
  
Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-RAM)

Solid State Drive
Capacity
:  
  
256GB2 (128GB2 x 2)
Interface
:  
  
Serial ATA

Processor
Front Side Bus Speed
:  
  
800MHz
L2 Cache
:  
  
3MB
Speed
:  
  
1.60 GHz1
Technology
:  
  
Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology
Type
:  
  
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor SU9600
Supplied Accessories:
Power Cord
AC Adapter (VGP-AC16V13)
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS14/B)
Noise Canceling Headphones

Optional Accessories:
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL14/B)
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC16V10)
Port Replicator (VGP-PRTT1)
Leather Carrying Case (VGP-CKTT1)
Neoprene Sleeve (VGP-AMC6)
Bluetooth® Laser Mouse17 (VGP-BMS33/B)
Bluetooth® Presentation Controller17 (VGP-BRMP10)
USB Portable Speaker (VGP-USP1)
250GB2 Portable Hard Drive with Wireless Keys (VGP-UHDM25)
Privacy Filter (VGP-FL13)
List Price*
$4,499.99
*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. Actual battery life will vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.
    4. Requires 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet services.
    5. Certain circumstances may limit/prevent Blu-ray Disc™ media playback. For optimal performance, download all updates from http://esupport.sony.com/EN/DRIVERS.
    6. Video recording to Blu-ray Disc™ media is done in MPEG2 and AVC formats only.
    7. A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to the operating system.
    8. Viewable area measured diagonally.
    9. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
    10. Measured at the narrowest point.
    11. 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.
    12. 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.
    13. 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.
    14. 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.
    15. 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.
    16. 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.
    17. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.
    18. Requires high definition-capable display with HDMI™ connector. Image quality will vary.
    19. Subscription with a third party carrier is required. Service activation and other fees apply. Terms & Conditions and additional restrictions apply.

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-DuraView, 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, Windows Live, 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. The Bluetooth logo is a registered trademark of SIG, Inc. ENERGY STAR and its logo are trademarks. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Printed 02/09.