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Last Updated: 09/25/2006
VGN-TXN15P/B
VAIO® TX Series Notebook PC
Specifications
General
Computer Type:
Notebook
Type of Use:
Ultra Portable
Action Buttons:
DVD/CD (Instant On) Play/Pause/Stop,
Volume, Mute, Wireless On/Off
Keyboard:
QWERTY (82 keys with 1.7mm stroke and
17mm pitch)
Pointing Device:
Electro-Static touch pad
Security:
Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2
compliant
Processor
Type:
Intel® Core™ Solo Processor U1400 Ultra Low
Voltage
Speed:
1.20GHz
Front Side Bus Speed:
533MHz
L2 Cache:
2MB
Technology:
Intel® Centrino® Mobile Technology
Memory
Type:
DDR2
Installed:
1GB (512MBx2) PC2-4200
Maximum:
1.5GB
Speed:
533MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity:
80GB
Speed:
4200rpm
Interface:
Ultra ATA
Impact Protection:
G-Sensor™ Shock Protection - Hard
Disk Drive Protection
Optical Drive #1
DVD+R DL Write:
2.4x max.
DVD+R Write:
4x max.
DVD+RW Write:
2.4x max.
DVD-R Write:
4x max.
DVD-RW Write:
2x max.
CD-R Write:
24x max.
CD-RW Write:
10x max.
DVD±RW:
Yes
CD Read:
24x max.
DVD Read:
8x max.
DVD-RAM Read:
2x max.
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader:
Memory Stick PRO™ (with
MagicGate® functionality)
Secure Digital Media
PCMCIA (Type I and Type II card slot with CardBus
support)
Audio
Sound System:
Windows® sound system compatible
Dolby Headphone
Dolby Virtual Speaker
Built-in stereo speakers
Display
Screen or Display Technology:
WXGA LCD
Screen Size:
11.1" Razor-Thin Panel
LED backlight for brilliant colors and clarity
Resolution:
1366x768
XBRITE™ LCD Technology:
Yes
Graphics
Processor:
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950
1
2
6
12
Video RAM:
128MB (dynamically allocated shared
RAM/Video memory)
Chipset:
Intel® 945GMS
Interface:
VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor
Inputs and Outputs
Ethernet Port:
1
Headphone Jack:
1
i.LINK® Interface:
1 (4-pin) interface (IEEE 1394)
Memory Stick® Media Slot:
1
Modem Jack:
1
Secure Digital Slot:
1
Microphone Input:
1
Port Replicator Connector(s):
1 (Bottom)
USB Port(s):
2 (2.0 compliant)
Networking/Modem
Ethernet Protocol:
Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Ethernet Speed:
10Base-T/100Base-TX
Modem Type:
Integrated V.92/V.90 modem (RJ-11)
Wireless LAN:
Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network
Connection (802.11b/g)
Wireless WAN:
Sprint® Mobile Broadband service
Bluetooth® Technology:
Integrated Bluetooth®
Technology
Power
Battery Type:
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery
(VGP-BPS5A)
Estimated Battery Life:
5.0-11.0 hours
Power Requirements:
68W+10%
Software
Operating System:
Microsoft® Windows® XP
Professional (Service Pack 2)
Internet Services:
Ask Jeeves
Anti-Virus and Recovery Software:
Norton® Internet
Security 60-Day Trial
TrendMicro™ Anti-Spyware 30-Day Trial
Supplied Software:
Microsoft® Works 8.5
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2003
Sony® Original Software:
Click to DVD® - DVD
Creation
DVgate Plus™ - Digital Video
Trial Versions of Sony® Popular Games
*Please visit VAIO® Support Central for a complete
list of software and trial applications.
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty:
1 Year
Telephone Support:
1 year (toll-free assistance,
available 24-hours, 7-days-a-week)
Online and Email Support:
Support available from
http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Dimensions
Weight:
2.84 lbs with standard battery
Measurements:
10.7” (W) X 0.83” -1.23” (H) X 7.7” (D)
Supplied Accessories
Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS5A)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC16V8)
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Additional standard battery (VGP-BPS5A)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL5A)
Additional AC adapter (VGP-AC16V8)
Port Replicator (VGP-PRTXN1)
Bluetooth® Wireless mouse (VGP-BMS30)
7
4
14,16
5
8
11
9
10
15
15
Privacy Filter (VGP-FL11)
Leather Protection Case (VGP-CKTX2)
40GB Ultra-Portable Hard Disk Drive (VGP-
UHDP04/N)
Color:
Charcoal
UPC Code:
027242704558
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. Measured at its narrowest point.
4. Requires 802.11b or 802.11g compatible access point. Some
functionality may require internet services which may require a fee.
5. Interoperability among Bluetooth devices varies.
6. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
7. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate products containing
an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with i.LINK connector may not
communicate with each other.
8. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns,
battery and environmental conditions. Battery life will be shorter when
using the Instant Mode features.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. The Microsoft Office 2003 60-Day Trial software is intended for
evaluation purposes only. This trial software is installed on your system
and you must activate the software before you can use it. Product
activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the
software; activation requires Internet access. This software has an
expiration date of 60 days from date of first use, at which time the
software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-
use options and operations.
12. Viewable area measured diagonally.
13. Not all Windows Vista features are available for use on all Windows
Vista Capable PCs. All Windows Vista Capable PCs will run the core
experiences of Windows Vista, such as innovations in organizing and
finding information, security, and reliability. Some features available in
premium editions of Windows Vista, like the new Windows Aero™ user
interface, require advanced or additional hardware. Check
www.windowsvista.com/getready for details.
14. Subscription with Sprint® Mobile Broadband service required. See
www.sony.com/sprint for complete offer details, price plans, service
terms and conditions, and coverage map. Click the Sprint icon on your TX
Series desktop or call 1-877-275-VAIO (8246) for service activation. Sprint
Mobile Broadband Network reaches over 153 million people. Coverage
not available everywhere (see coverage map for details). Requires new
activation and one- or two-year subscriber agreement. Credit approval
and $200 early termination fee applies. Service defaults to Nationwide
Sprint PCS Network, where available, if Sprint Mobile Broadband
Network is unavailable. Not available while roaming. Terms & Conditions
and additional restrictions apply. My not be combinable with other
offers. Device model subject to availability.
15. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.
16. Sprint Mobile Broadband Network reaches over 153 million people.
Coverage not available everywhere. See coverage map for details.
Requires new activation and one-or two- year subscriber agreement.
Credit approval, $200 early termination fee applies. Service defaults to
Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, where available, if Sprint Mobile
Broadband Network is unavailable. Not available while roaming. Terms &
Conditions & additional restrictions apply. May not be combined with
other offers.
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.
Preinstalled 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. Non-metric weights and
measurements are approximate.
©2006 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in
part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick,
XBRITE, G-Sensor, Memory Stick PRO, MagicGate, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus,
Sony logo, VAIO logo, XBRITE logo, like.no.other and VAIO are trademarks of
Sony. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a
trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered
trademarks and Vista is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Sprint and
the “ Moving Forward” logo are trademarks of Sprint Nextel. All other
trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
Printed in U.S.A. 09/06.
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