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Last Updated: 07/27/2009
VGN-AR730E/B
VAIO® AR Digital Studio® Notebook PC
Specifications
General
Computer Type:
Notebook
Type of Use:
Desktop Replacement
Action Buttons:
S1, S2, AV Mode, Volume, Mute,
Eject, Play/Pause/Stop, Wireless LAN On/Off, FF
and Rewind
Hardware
Pointing Device:
Electro-Static touch pad
Keyboard:
QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke
and 19.05mm pitch
Camera:
Built-in 1.3 megapixel MOTION EYE®
camera and microphone
Processor
Type:
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T8100
Speed:
2.10GHz
Front Side Bus Speed:
800MHz
L2 Cache:
3MB
Technology:
Intel® Centrino® Duo processor
technology
Memory
Type:
DDR2 SDRAM
Installed:
3GB (2GBx1+1GBx1) PC2-5300
Maximum:
4GB
Speed:
667MHZ
Hard Drive
Capacity:
320GB (160GB x2)
Speed:
5400rpm
Interface:
Serial ATA
Optical Drive
CD Read:
24x max.
CD-R Write:
8x max.
CD-RW Write:
8x max.
DVD Read:
8x max.
DVD+R DL Write:
2.4x max.
DVD+R Write:
8x max.
DVD+RW Write:
4x max.
DVD-R DL Write:
2x max.
DVD-R Write:
8x max.
DVD-RAM Read:
5x max.
DVD-RAM Write:
5x max.
DVD-RW Write:
4x max.
DVD±RW:
Yes
BD-R DL Read:
1.6x max
BD-R Read:
2x max
BD-RE DL Read:
1.6x max
BD-RE Read:
2x max
BD-ROM Read:
2x max.
Blu-ray Disc™ Support:
Yes (BD-ROM/DVD±R
DL/±RW/RAM)
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader:
Supports Memory
Stick® and Memory Stick Duo™ media slot
with MagicGate® functionality
One Secure Digital (SD) media slot
One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with
CardBus support
One ExpressCard® /54 Slot
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Audio
Sound System:
Sony® Sound Reality™ - Audio
Enhancer
Display
Screen or Display Technology:
WXGA+
Screen Size:
17"
Resolution:
1440x900
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology:
Yes
Graphics
Processor:
NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M GT GPU with
Total Available Graphics Memory of 1535MB
(max.)
Video RAM:
256MB Dedicated Video Memory
Chipset:
Mobile Intel® PM965 Express Chipset
Inputs and Outputs
HDMI™ Connection Output(s):
1
Headphone Jack:
1
i.LINK® Interface:
1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE
1394)
Modem Jack:
1
Microphone Input:
1
S-Video Input(s):
1
USB Port(s):
3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
DC-In:
1
S/PDIF Output(s):
1
Ethernet Connection (s):
1
Networking/Modem
Ethernet Protocol:
Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Ethernet Speed:
10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T
Modem Type:
Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem with
(RJ-11)
Wireless LAN:
Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965AGN
Network Connection (802.11a/b/g/n)
Power
Battery Type:
Standard Capacity Lithium-Ion
Battery (VGP-BPS9/B)
Estimated Battery Life:
1.5-2.5 hours (Standard
Capacity Battery)
2.0-4.5 hours (Large Capacity Battery)
Power Requirements:
150W+10%
Software
Operating System:
Microsoft® Windows Vista®
Home Premium
Internet Services:
AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New
Users Only
Supplied Software:
Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home
and Student 2007
Security and Anti-Virus Software:
Norton 360™ All-
In-One Security 60-day Trial
Sony® Software:
Click to Disc™ - DVD Creation
LocationFree Player®
*Please access VAIO® Help and Support from
your PC for a complete list of software
applications and trials.
Service and Warranty Information
Telephone Support:
1 year toll-free technical
telephone assistance, available 24/7
Online and Email Support:
Support available
from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
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Limited Warranty Term:
1 Year Limited Warranty
Dimensions
Weight:
8.3 lbs. with standard battery
Measurements:
16.4"(W) x 1.32"(H) x 11.8"(D)
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS9/B)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPS9A/B)
Additional AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL9)
Universal Carrying Case (VGP-AMB1A)
Notebook Backpack (VGP-AMB2)
Neoprene Notebook and AC Adapter Case
(VGP-AMC2)
USB Laser Mouse (VGP-UMS55/B)
Wireless Presentation Mouse (VGP-WMS50A)
All-in-one 2.1 Channel Speaker (VGP-SP100)
USB Floppy Drive (VGP-UFD1)
Color:
Black
UPC Code:
027242734104
1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may
affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under
certain operating conditions.
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.
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).
©2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or
in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, XBRITE-ECO,
i.LINK, Sound Reality, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate,
LocationFree Player and Click to Disc are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft
and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.
and other countries. Intel, Centrino and Core are trademarks of Intel
Corporation in the U.S and other countries. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark.
HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are
trademarks of their respective owners.
Printed in U.S.A. 11/07.
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