1. GHz denotes maximum microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary based
on application.
2. Requires a system with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology. Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
and Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 are only available on select Intel® processors.
Consult your PC manufacturer. Performance varies depending on hardware, software,
and system configuration. For more information, visit http://www.intel.com/go/turbo.
4. 1 GB = one billion bytes. Actual formatted capacity will be less.
6. Allocation of system memory to graphics varies depending on operating condition,
version of device driver and total system memory size.
7. Microsoft® Office Starter: reduced-functionality Word and Excel® only, with advertis-
ing. No PowerPoint® or Outlook®.
8. For some third party software, Sony provides initial support. Additional support may be
available from the applicable vendor. Availability may vary by vendor.
9. Requires an Intel® Wireless Display-enabled system, compatible adapter, and TV.
1080p and Blu-ray™ or other protected content playback only available on 2nd gen
Intel® Core™ processor-based PCs with built-in visuals enabled, a compatible adapter
and media player, and supporting Intel WiDi software and graphics driver installed.
Consult your PC manufacturer. For more information, see www.intel.com/go/widi.
10. Based on Sony engineering. Actual performance may vary considerably based on
hardware configuration, software, power management settings, environmental condi-
tions, wireless connectivity and other factors. Maximum battery capacity will normally
decrease with time and use.
12. Kaspersky Internet Security 30-day subscription is pre-installed on your Sony VAIO
PC. You need to activate the software for the product to work. After your 30-days are
finished, buy Kaspersky Internet Security to continue to be protected from cybercriminals,
identify theft, viruses, and other threats.
13. Availability may be limited. See limited warranty for details.
20. Not all models applicable. Registration required. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and
measures are approximate.
Certain Microsoft products included with this computer may use technological measures
for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU
DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation
procedures and Microsoft’s privacy policy will be detailed during initial launch of the
product, or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations
of the computer and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may
apply).
This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy
efficiency.
©2012 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without
written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, Memory Stick Duo, Exmor, S-Force, Vegas,
ACID, Sound Forge, VAIO Care, Media Gallery, PlayMemories Home, xLOUD, Clear Phase
and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other coun-
tries. Intel, Core and Pentium are trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in
other countries. Microsoft, Windows, PowerPoint and Excel are registered trademarks of
the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Blu-ray Disc and its logo is a
trademark. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG,
Inc. Dolby and Dolby Home Theater are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Kaspersky Internet Security is a trademark of Kaspersky Lab ZAO or its affiliates in the
U.S. and other countries. ©1997-2012 Kaspersky Lab ZAO. All rights reserved. All other
trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
Certain restrictions apply. See www.sonystyle.com/espterms for more information.
UPC: 027242850811 / Updated: June 7, 2012
Specifications
Processor
Processor Type
Intel® Core™ i5-3210M
Processor Technology
Dual Core
Processor Speed
2.50GHz
1
with Intel®
Turbo Boost Technology
up to 3.10GHz
2
Processor Cache
3MB
Display
Screen Size
15.5"
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Display Technology
Full HD, IPS Technology
Backlight Technology
LED
Memory
Installed Memory
6GB (4GB Fixed
O 2GB
Removable)
Memory Type/Speed
DDR3/1333MHz
Max. Memory
12GB
Graphics
Graphics Processor
NVIDIA® GeForce® GT
640M LE
Graphics Technology
Hybrid Graphics
Graphics Video RAM
1GB dedicated
6
Maximum Resolution
VGA
1920 x 1200
Maximum Resolution
HDMI
1920 x 1080
Storage
Storage Type
Serial ATA
Storage Capacity
640GB
4
Storage Technology
5400rpm
Optical Drive
Optical Drive Type
Slot Loading CD/DVD
Player / Burner
Optical Drive Support -
CD/DVD
Read / Write
Hardware
Camera
1.3 MP HD web camera
powered by Exmor® for
PC and microphone
Keyboard
QWERTY, 103 keys with
1.7mm stroke and
19.05mm pitch
10-Key Numeric Pad
Yes
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
Audio
Sound System
Intel® High Definition
Audio with Dolby®
Home Theater®
Technology v4
Inputs and Outputs
Port Replicator
Connector
1
DC-In
1
USB 3.0
2
USB 2.0
1 (Charge)
VGA Output(s)
1
Headphone Output
1
Microphone Input
1
Secure Digital (SD) Slot
1
Memory Stick Duo™
1
HDMI® Output(s)
1
Wireless/Networking
Bluetooth® Technology
Bluetooth® Standard
(4.0 + HS)
Ethernet Protocol
1000BASE-T/100BASE-
TX/10BASE-T
WiFi Adapter
Intel® Centrino®
Advanced-N 6235
(802.11a/b/g/n)
WiDi Ready
Yes - Intel® Wireless
Display Technology
9
Software
Operating System
Genuine Windows® 7
Home Premium with
Service Pack 1 64-bit
Supplied Software
Microsoft® Office
Starter with reduced-
functionality versions
of Word and Excel®
7
,
VAIO Care™, Media
Gallery™, PlayMemories
Home™
Anti-Virus Software
Kaspersky® Internet
Security 30-Day Trial
Offer
12
Sony Creative Software
Vegas® Movie Studio
HD Platinum, ACID®
Music Studio, Sound
Forge® Audio Studio
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term
1 Year
Onsite/In-Home Service
Yes
13
International Service
Yes
20
Toll-Free Phone Support
888-476-6972
8
Priority Phone Support
239-768-7605
8
Environmental Information
ENERGY STAR®
5
ROHS®
Compliant
EPEAT™
Gold
Dimensions (Approx.)
Dimensions (Approx.)
14.97" (W) x 0.95" (H) x
10.06" (D)
Weights and Measurements
Weight (Approx.)
4.42 lbs. (with Internal
Battery)
Power
Battery Type
Internal Lithium Polymer
Battery (4400mAh)
Default Brightness
Up to 6 hours and 15
minutes
10
General
Security
Trusted Platform Module
(TCG ver. 1.2 certified)
Action Buttons
VAIO, ASSIST, WEB,
Speed/Stamina
Pointing Device
Clickable Touchpad
(Gesture Supported)
Accessories
Supplied Accessories
Internal Lithium Polymer
Battery (4400mAh), AC
Adapter, Power Cord
Colors
Color
Silver
