VPCY216FX/S
VAIO® Y Laptop PC
Mobility and performance, not to mention style.
MULTIMEDIA MADE SIMPLE
Enjoying your photos and home videos has never been simpler with the uniquely smart and easy-to-use PMB VAIO®
Edition. Get instantly organized with smart sorting features, create personal masterpieces with one-click creative
tools and share your favorites in two simple steps. Instantly sort your photos and home videos by person, place, or
date and reduce camera shake in your home videos effortlessly with this breakthrough technology.
An HDMI™ output delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable so you can enjoy HD entertainment
on your compatible big screen HDTV without a myriad of extra cables (HDMI™ cable sold separately).
Extend the reach of your Y Series laptop with Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® technology that's ideal for connecting to
other Bluetooth-enabled peripherals.
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VPCY216FX/S
VAIO® Y Laptop PC
Mobility and performance, not to mention style.
MULTIMEDIA MADE SIMPLE
Enjoying your photos and home videos has never been simpler with the uniquely smart and easy-to-use PMB VAIO®
Edition. Get instantly organized with smart sorting features, create personal masterpieces with one-click creative
tools and share your favorites in two simple steps. Instantly sort your photos and home videos by person, place, or
date and reduce camera shake in your home videos effortlessly with this breakthrough technology.
An HDMI™ output delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable so you can enjoy HD entertainment
on your compatible big screen HDTV without a myriad of extra cables (HDMI™ cable sold separately).
Extend the reach of your Y Series laptop with Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® technology that's ideal for connecting to
other Bluetooth-enabled peripherals.
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VPCY216FX/S
VAIO® Y Laptop PC
Specifications
Dimensions
Weight:
3.92 lbs (with standard capacity battery)
Measurements:
12.80"(W) x 0.93-1.26"(H) x
8.92"(D)
5
General
Type of Use:
Portable
Action Buttons:
VAIO, Assist, Wireless on / off
Pointing Device:
Electro-static touchpad (Multi-
Finger)
Hardware
Keyboard:
QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.0mm stroke
and 19.05mm pitch
Camera:
Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and
microphone with face-tracking technology
Processor
Type:
Intel® Core™ i3-330UM
Speed:
1.20GHz
1
Technology:
Consumer Ultra-Low Voltage (CULV)
L3 Cache:
3MB
Memory
Installed:
4GB (2GBx2)
Maximum:
8GB
Type/Speed:
DDR3/800
Hard Drive
Capacity:
500GB
2
Speed:
5400rpm
Type:
Serial ATA
Display
Screen Size:
13.3"
4
Resolution:
1366 x 768
Back Light Technology:
LED
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader:
One Memory Stick
PRO™ (STD / Duo) media slot with
MagicGate® functionality
One ExpressCard® /34 media slot
One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media
slot
Audio
Sound System:
Intel® High Definition Audio
Graphics
Processor:
Intel® HD Graphics
Inputs and Outputs
Headphone Jack:
1
Microphone Input:
1
USB Port(s):
3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
DC-In:
1
i.LINK® Connection:
1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector
6
Ethernet Connection (s):
1
HDMI™ Output:
1
Internal Microphone:
1
Power
Battery Type:
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion
Battery
Default Brightness:
Up to 7 hours Standard
Capacity Battery
Up to 10.5 hours Large Capacity Battery
7
7
Maximum Brightness:
Up to 6 hours Standard
Capacity Battery
Up to 9 hours Large Capacity Battery
7
7
Software
Operating System:
Genuine Microsoft®
Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit
12
Supplied Software:
Microsoft® Office 2010 Starter
11
Anti-Virus Software:
Norton Internet Security™ 2010
30-Day Trial Offer
13
System Maintenance and Support:
VAIO Care™ -
System diagnostics and maintenance
Sony® Creativity Suite:
PMB – VAIO® Edition -
Import, organize, edit and publish in one easy-
to-use program
VAIO® Media Gallery - Bring forgotten favorites
to life
*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
assistance available 24/7 at 888-476-6972. For
priority support, please call 239-768-7605 .
9
Online and Email Support:
Available at
http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
International Service:
1 year international service
plan. Registration required. See
www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
Limited Warranty Term:
1 year limited warranty .
See actual warranty for details.
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Environmental Information
EPEAT™:
Gold
RoHS®:
Compliant
ENERGY STAR®:
5.0
Start-up Times
Average Boot Time:
60 sec
16
Average Resume Time from Suspend:
2 sec
16
First Boot Time:
5 min
17
Wireless/Networking
Ethernet Protocol:
10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-
T
Ethernet Speed:
Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Wi-Fi:
802.11 b/g/n
3
Bluetooth® Technology:
Integrated Stereo A2DP
(2.1 + EDR)
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Supplied Accessories
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery
(5000mAh)
AC Adapter
Power Cable
Optional Accessories
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL21)
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPS21A)
AC Adapter(VGP-AC19V30)
Carrying Case (VGP-CKS3/B)
Neoprene Carrying Case (VGP-AMC1)
External Optical Drive (DRX-S70UW)
VAIO® Carrying Case (VGP-CCB4/B)
Privacy Filter/ LCD Screen Protector (VGP-FL16)
Bluetooth® Interchangeable Mouse (VGP-BMS15)
Bluetooth® Interchangeable Mice Covers (VGP-
BMC15)
Other
Color:
Silver
UPC Code:
027242804241
VPCY216FX/S
VAIO® Y Laptop PC
Mobility and performance, not to mention style.
MULTIMEDIA MADE SIMPLE
Enjoying your photos and home videos has never been simpler with the uniquely smart and easy-to-use PMB VAIO®
Edition. Get instantly organized with smart sorting features, create personal masterpieces with one-click creative
tools and share your favorites in two simple steps. Instantly sort your photos and home videos by person, place, or
date and reduce camera shake in your home videos effortlessly with this breakthrough technology.
An HDMI™ output delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable so you can enjoy HD entertainment
on your compatible big screen HDTV without a myriad of extra cables (HDMI™ cable sold separately).
Extend the reach of your Y Series laptop with Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® technology that's ideal for connecting to
other Bluetooth-enabled peripherals.
18
VPCY216FX/S
VAIO® Y Laptop PC
Specifications
Dimensions
Weight:
3.92 lbs (with standard capacity battery)
Measurements:
12.80"(W) x 0.93-1.26"(H) x
8.92"(D)
5
General
Type of Use:
Portable
Action Buttons:
VAIO, Assist, Wireless on / off
Pointing Device:
Electro-static touchpad (Multi-
Finger)
Hardware
Keyboard:
QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.0mm stroke
and 19.05mm pitch
Camera:
Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and
microphone with face-tracking technology
Processor
Type:
Intel® Core™ i3-330UM
Speed:
1.20GHz
1
Technology:
Consumer Ultra-Low Voltage (CULV)
L3 Cache:
3MB
Memory
Installed:
4GB (2GBx2)
Maximum:
8GB
Type/Speed:
DDR3/800
Hard Drive
Capacity:
500GB
2
Speed:
5400rpm
Type:
Serial ATA
Display
Screen Size:
13.3"
4
Resolution:
1366 x 768
Back Light Technology:
LED
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader:
One Memory Stick
PRO™ (STD / Duo) media slot with
MagicGate® functionality
One ExpressCard® /34 media slot
One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media
slot
Audio
Sound System:
Intel® High Definition Audio
Graphics
Processor:
Intel® HD Graphics
Inputs and Outputs
Headphone Jack:
1
Microphone Input:
1
USB Port(s):
3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
DC-In:
1
i.LINK® Connection:
1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector
6
Ethernet Connection (s):
1
HDMI™ Output:
1
Internal Microphone:
1
Power
Battery Type:
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion
Battery
Default Brightness:
Up to 7 hours Standard
Capacity Battery
Up to 10.5 hours Large Capacity Battery
7
7
Maximum Brightness:
Up to 6 hours Standard
Capacity Battery
Up to 9 hours Large Capacity Battery
7
7
Software
Operating System:
Genuine Microsoft®
Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit
12
Supplied Software:
Microsoft® Office 2010 Starter
11
Anti-Virus Software:
Norton Internet Security™ 2010
30-Day Trial Offer
13
System Maintenance and Support:
VAIO Care™ -
System diagnostics and maintenance
Sony® Creativity Suite:
PMB – VAIO® Edition -
Import, organize, edit and publish in one easy-
to-use program
VAIO® Media Gallery - Bring forgotten favorites
to life
*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
assistance available 24/7 at 888-476-6972. For
priority support, please call 239-768-7605 .
9
Online and Email Support:
Available at
http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
International Service:
1 year international service
plan. Registration required. See
www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
Limited Warranty Term:
1 year limited warranty .
See actual warranty for details.
8
Environmental Information
EPEAT™:
Gold
RoHS®:
Compliant
ENERGY STAR®:
5.0
Start-up Times
Average Boot Time:
60 sec
16
Average Resume Time from Suspend:
2 sec
16
First Boot Time:
5 min
17
Wireless/Networking
Ethernet Protocol:
10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-
T
Ethernet Speed:
Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Wi-Fi:
802.11 b/g/n
3
Bluetooth® Technology:
Integrated Stereo A2DP
(2.1 + EDR)
18
Supplied Accessories
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery
(5000mAh)
AC Adapter
Power Cable
Optional Accessories
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL21)
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPS21A)
AC Adapter(VGP-AC19V30)
Carrying Case (VGP-CKS3/B)
Neoprene Carrying Case (VGP-AMC1)
External Optical Drive (DRX-S70UW)
VAIO® Carrying Case (VGP-CCB4/B)
Privacy Filter/ LCD Screen Protector (VGP-FL16)
Bluetooth® Interchangeable Mouse (VGP-BMS15)
Bluetooth® Interchangeable Mice Covers (VGP-
BMC15)
Other
Color:
Silver
UPC Code:
027242804241
Footnotes
1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary.
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. Requires a compatible 802.11 access point (802.11n recommended) and internet connection.
4. Viewable area measured diagonally.
5. Measured at the narrowest point
6. 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 connector may not
communicate with each other.
7. Rating based upon laboratory testing. Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, and usage. Battery capacity decreases
over time and use.
8. See actual limited warranty for details. For a copy of Sony's warranty, please visit www.sony.com/pcsupport, call toll-free 888-476-6972 (888-4SONYPC)
or write to Sony Electronics,12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.
9. 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 aplicable software vendor. Long distance charges may apply
10. Broadband Internet service required along with third party services which may require a subscription or other service fee.
11. Includes Microsoft® Office 2010 preloaded. Purchase a Product Key to activate a full Microsoft Office 2010 suite.
12. Compatibility and performance in a 64-bit environment may vary.
13. Norton Internet Security™ 2010 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 Norton Internet Security to continue to be protected from viruses, hackers and identify theft.
14. When available, Sony will provide Onsite/In-Home Service in fulfillment of its limited warranty obligations. Any such services are subject to the terms and
conditions of the limited warranty. See actual Limited Warranty for details. Onsite/In-Home Service will be provided via third-party technician to be
dispatched as needed following phone-based troubleshooting. Some repairs may be accomplished with self repair kits. Onsite/In-Home Service may not
be available in all locations.
15. Requires high definition-capable display with HDMI™ connector. Image quality will vary.
16. Based on original factory image and will vary with product configuration changes and additional software added to the hard drive.
17. Excluding end user interaction
18. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.
Computer Interface: For this product, there are a multitude of varying software packages and add-on hardware options. This product is not manufactured to
work with 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 here. Sony hereby disclaims any representations or
warranties that this product is compatible with any combination of non-Sony products you may choose to connect to it. 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 computer are subject to change without notice. Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions or have all documentation. Features and
specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
©2010 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, Memory Stick PRO,
MOTION EYE, MagicGate and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in
other countries. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo are registered trademarks of SIG, Inc. Symantec, the Symantec Logo, and Norton Internet Security are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Symantec Corporation or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. ENERGY STAR is a registered U.S. trademark. All
other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
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Last Updated: 06/28/2010
