VGN-Z530N/B

Uncompromising ultra-portable design

POWERFUL MOBILE PERFORMANCE

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P8600 processor (2.40GHz1 ) with Intel® Centrino® 2 processor
technology — the latest chipset from Intel®.

The VAIO® Z notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista®
Business with Service Pack 1.

Uncompromising elegance weaved into a 3.31 lb7 go-anywhere package.

XBRITE-DuraView™ LCD technology with LED backlight for a brighter, crisper, tougher
display.

WIRELESS FREEDOM
Built-in Wireless-N technology offers a boost in wireless connection speed and range3 .

Integrated Sprint® Mobile Broadband technology18 for blazing-fast wireless access

beyond LAN networks and hotspots.

Extend the reach of your Z notebook with Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® technology16 that is
ideal for advanced wireless communication and streaming uncompromised CD-quality
stereo music to Bluetooth® technology enabled speakers or headphones.

ENDLESS FEATURES
Hybrid graphics system lets you set graphics performance on the fly — no reboot
necessary.

An HDMI™ output17 delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable so
you can enjoy HD entertainment on your compatible big screen TV without a myriad of
extra cables (HDMI™ cable sold separately).

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

An integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2 compliant chip enhances
security by allowing you to control access on a specific client/user basis.

G-Sensor™ Shock Protection technology makes your data even less vulnerable to loss or
damage. When the built-in 3D acceleration sensor detects a risky movement, the HDD-
head will lock up to secure its position and help protect the disc from scratching.

ENVIRONMENTALLY ENGINEERED FEATURES

Energy-efficient 25 watt Intel® Centrino® 2 processor offers all the performance at lower
power consumption.

By using a mercury-free backlit LED display, the VAIO® Z notebook keeps one less
chemical out of both your home and the landfills.

The Z notebook is ENERGY STAR® 4.0 qualified, which means that it uses less power and
reduces greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict efficiency guidelines set by the
Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy.

The VAIO® Z notebook holds an environmental rating of Silver from EPEAT™ .

Built business rugged, the VAIO® Z notebook offers the portability of a 3.31 lbs7 (with
standard battery) form factor with the performance of a larger computer. Encased in
durable carbon fiber and featuring scratch-resistant XBRITE-DuraView™ LCD
technology, the Z notebook is designed to withstand the rigors of the road.
VGN-Z530N/B
Specifications Inputs and Outputs Neoprene Case (VGP-AMB10)
Ethernet Port: 1
General HDMI™ Connection Output(s): 117 Color: Black
Computer Type: Notebook Headphone Jack: 1 UPC Code: 27242740969
Type of Use: Ultra-portable Modem Jack: 1
Action Buttons: S1, S2, WLAN/Bluetooth® on/off, Microphone Input: 1
1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may
Performace Select Port Replicator Connector(s): 1 (Bottom) affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under
Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad USB Port(s): 2 (2.0 compliant) certain operating conditions.
VGA Output(s): 1 2. GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity.
Security: Biometric Fingerprint Sensor Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of hard disk space is
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2 compliant DC-In: 1 reserved as a recovery partition.
i.LINK® Connection: 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 3. Requires 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may
Hardware 1394)9 require Internet services, which may require a fee.
4. Broadband Internet service required along with third party services
Keyboard: QWERTY, 82 keys with 2.5mm stroke and which may require a subscription or other service fee.
19.05mm pitch
Networking/Modem 5. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
6. Viewable area measured diagonally.
Camera: Built-in 1.3 megapixel MOTION EYE® camera Ethernet Protocol: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T 7. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
and microphone Ethernet Speed: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45) 8. Measured at the narrowest point
Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11) 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
Processor Wireless LAN: Intel® WiFi Link 5100AGN(802.11a/b/g/n)3 connector may not communicate with each other.
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Type: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor P8600 Wireless WAN: Sprint® Mobile Broadband Service 10. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows Vista®
1 classification of graphics memory, which varies depending on the
Speed: 2.40GHz Bluetooth® Technology: Integrated Stereo A2DP operating condition, version of device driver and system memory size.
Front Side Bus Speed: 1066MHz Bluetooth® Technology16 11. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage
patterns and environmental conditions. Battery life will be shorter with
L2 Cache: 3MB
models equipped with Instant Mode features.
Technology: Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology Power 12. See actual limited warranty for details. For a copy of Sony's warranty,
Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery please visit www.sony.com/pcsupport, call toll-free 888-476-6972
(888-4SONYPC) or write to Sony Electronics, 12451 Gateway
Memory (VGP-BPS12) Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.
Estimated Battery Life: 3.0 to 6.0 hours11 Standard 13. For certain third party software applications, Sony provides first level
Type: DDR3 SDRAM
Capacity Battery phone support. Additional telephone support may be available from
Installed: 2GB PC3-8500 (2GBx1)
15 4.5 to 9.0 hours11 Large Capacity Battery the applicable 3rd party vendor. Availability and schedule for any
Maximum: 4GB such support is determined by the aplicable software vendor.
Power Requirements: 100W + 10% 14. 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2007 - This trial software will
Speed: 1066MHz work only for 60 days after you first use it. You will not be able to use
Software the software if you dont activate it as described the first time you use
Hard Drive the software. You can activate the software by Internet: Internet
Operating System: Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® service charges may apply. If you want to keep using the software
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Capacity: 250GB Business with SP1/XP downgrade after the 60-day trial period, you must convert to the perpetual
version. You can convert online by following the conversion
Speed: 5400rpm Internet Services: AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New Users instgructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.
Interface: Serial ATA Only 15. A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to
Impact Protection: G-Sensor™ Shock Protection - Hard Anti-Virus and Recovery Software: Microsoft® Windows the operating system.
Disk Drive Protection Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version 16. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices varies.
17. Requires high definition-capable display with HDMI™ connector.
Supplied Software: Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Image quality will vary.
Optical Drive #1 Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Small Business 200714 18. Free Month Offer: Limited time offer. Subject to change. You will be
The VAIO® Software Experience: VAIO® Startup Assistant charged a regular monthly fee for your selected connection card
DVD+R DL Write: 4x max Click to Disc Editor - Import, Edit, Burn plan. A one month service credit will be applied to your account
DVD+R Write: 8x max within 1-3 bill cycles. Service credit will be for the amount of the
VAIO® Movie Story - Simple Movie Creation monthly rate charge only. See www.sony.com/sprint for complete
DVD+RW Write: 8x max VAIO® MusicBox - Music by Mood offer details, price plans, service terms and conditions, and coverage
DVD-R Write: 8x max VAIO® Media plus - Multimedia Streaming Software map. Click the Sprint icon on your VAIO notebook’s desktop for
DVD-RW Write: 6x max *Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your service activation. Coverage not available everywhere — see
PC for a complete list of software applications and coverage map for details. Credit approval and $200 early termination
CD-R Write: 24x max
trials. fee applies if not cancelled within the first 30 days. Service defaults to
CD-RW Write: 16x max Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, where available, if Sprint Mobile
DVD±RW: Yes 5 (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/RAM) Broadband Network is unavailable. Not available while roaming.
Service and Warranty Information Terms & Conditions and additional restrictions apply. May not be
CD Read: 24x max combined with other offers.
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DVD Read: 8x max Limited Warranty: 1 year limited warranty . See actual
DVD-RAM Write: 5x max warranty for details. Computer Interface: For this product,there are a multitude of varying
DVD-R DL Write: 4x max Telephone Support: 1 year toll-free technical telephone software packages and add-on hardware options. This product is not
DVD-RAM Read: 5x max assistance, available 24/713 manufactured to work with any specific software, and Sony does not and
cannot make any warranty or representation with respect to the
Online and Email Support: Support available from performance of this product with any particular software packages
http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Expansion Slots and/or non-Sony add-on hardware options except those mentioned here.
Sony hereby disclaims any representations or warranties that this
Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick Duo™ Environmental Information product is compatible with any combination of non-Sony products you
media slot with MagicGate® functionality may choose to connect to it. While Sony representatives or Sony
One ExpressCard® /34 slot EPEAT™ : Meets Silver EPEAT™ Rating authorized dealers may be able to assist you and may make
recommendations, they are NOT authorized to vary or waive this
One Secure Digital (SD™ memory card) media slot RoHS®: Compliant disclaimer. Purchasers must determine for themselves the suitability and
For more information: www.sony.com/vaioeco compatibility of the hardware and software in each and every particular
Audio instance. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony computer are subject
Regulation and Standard Compliance to change without notice. Preinstalled software may not be identical to
Sound System: Intel® High Definition Audio retail versions or have all documentation. Features and specifications are
Energy Star® Compliant: 4.0 subject to change without notice. This product meets the standards of the
International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency.
Display ©2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or
Dimensions in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, XBRITE-
Screen Size: 13.1"6 DuraView, Memory Stick Duo, MOTION EYE, G-Sensor, MagicGate, and
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Resolution: 1366 x 768 Weight: 3.31 lbs (with standard battery) i.LINK are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft,
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XBRITE-DuraView™ Technology: Yes Measurements: 12.4"(W) x 1.0-1.3"(H) x 8.3"(D) Windows, Windows Live, OneCare and Windows Vista are trademarks of
the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel and
Back Light Technology: LED Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of the Intel
Supplied Accessories Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Bluetooth is a registered
Graphics trademark of SIG, Inc. ENERGY STAR is a registered U.S. mark. All other
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS12) trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
Processor: NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS GPU with Total AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V26) Printed in U.S.A. 04/08.
Available Graphics Memory of 860MB (max.) and Power Cable
Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
with Intel® Clear Video Technology with Total Optional Accessories
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Available Graphics Memory: 790MB (max.)
Video RAM: 128MB of dedicated video RAM Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21)
Technology: Hybrid Graphics System Port Replicator (VGP-PRZ1)
Chipset: Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS12)
Interface: HDMI™ 17 and VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL12)
VAIO® Protection Case (VGP-CKZ1)
USB Optical Mouse (VGP-UMS20/B)
Bluetooth® Laser Mouse 16 (VGP-BMS33/B)

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