Born from a tradition of technical innovation, the new Sony VAIO Z series introduces the next evolution in the ultra-portable with the second generation of Intel Core and a fully powered media platform with graphics from AMD and more. The VAIO Z series combines all the elements of design, performance and mobility in a thin and lightweight 13.1-inch profile - making it the most powerful ultraportable VAIO PC again.
Simple but bold, the new Z Series has a new concept completely flat batteries that abandons the traditional bulky seams and ports unnecessary protruding. A transparent piece of brushed aluminum milled to precise specifications created in the heart of Z-series chassis to provide solid structural integrity. The aluminum core is then enclosed in a matrix of carbon fibers of high grade - the same material used to build Formula 1 race cars - to add flexibility and durability without adding extra weight.
It is powered by a second generation of Intel Core i5 dual-core processor ("Sandy Bridge"), which provides breakthrough digital media management, content creation and 3D gaming capabilities. Updated with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, the latest i5 speed increases automatically for everything you do.
In addition, the VAIO Z notebook features including award-winning Intel Wireless Display, which allows you to enjoy the exceptional picture clarity and sound on your HDTV without connecting any cables.
Take advantage of the latest innovations in lithium-polymer battery provides up to Z Series 8 hours of on-going power. And with a new optional battery high capacity sheet, which attaches directly to standard capacity battery included, works in tandem with it, you can get up to 16 hours of unplugged productivity.
This portable Sony VAIO Z (model Z213GX / B) in black comes with a 128 GB disk (SSD), which offers faster start-up, launches applications faster and overall improved performance. And since technology SSD has no moving parts, you get a more durable storage solution less prone to physical damage. It also has 4 GB of RAM installed, Intel HD 3000 integrated graphics, HDMI output for connection to compatible HDTV or monitor, speakers with Dolby Home Theater audio enhancement, and included external power supply with a media dock slot-loading Blu-ray disc drive for watching movies in crystal clear HD.
The Sony VAIO Z comes pre-installed with Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (version 64-bit). You will also experience new ways to deliver your work with Office 2010 Starter.
Specifications
13.1-inch LED-backlit pan with a native resolution 720p (1600 x 900).
2.30 GHz Intel Core i5-2410m "Sandy Bridge" processor dual-core chip for high performance with a gain in speed (2.9 GHz with turbo boost, 3 MB L3 cache). Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 optimizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload - offering more performance when you need it most. And Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time delivering the performance you need for multitasking intelligent. It also features Intel Quick Sync video, which provides accelerated encoding, decoding, and transcoding capabilities (to convert video for portable devices or online sharing).
128 GB SSD (Solid State) (RAID 0 storage x 2)
4 GB of installed RAM DDR3 (1333 MHz)
Intel HD 3000 graphics processor offers integrated performance for casual gaming and general public with no additional hardware necessary graphics.
Wireless-N capability Wi-Fi network provides up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range using 802.11n compatible router like you would with 802.11g networks. It is also compatible with 802.11b / g (typically found in hotspots and Wi-Fi routers and more).
Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity lets you communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth devices such as printers, mice and cell phones as well as enjoy wireless streaming stereo music (thanks to its embedded A2DP profile).
Integrated HD webcam
Stereo speakers with Dolby Home Theater (v4) audio processing
Internal lithium-polymer battery provides up to 8 hours of power when the screen is set to the default brightness (7 hours maximum brightness)
Weight: 2.57 pounds
Dimensions: 13 x 8.27 x 0.66 inches (WxDxH)
Warranty: 1 year warranty with toll-free telephone assistance onsite / home service
Energy Star 5.0
EPEAT Gold
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