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Last Updated: 06/19/2006
VGN-AR170 CTO Series
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
Keyboard:
QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
Pointing Device:
Electro-Static touch pad
Hardware
Camera:
Built-in camera and microphone
Processor
Type:
Intel® Core™ Duo Processor T2600,
Intel® Core™ Duo Processor T2500,
Intel® Core™ Duo Processor T2400 or
Intel® Core™ Duo Processor T2300
Speed:
2.16GHz ,
2GHz ,
1.83GHz or
1.66GHz
Front Side Bus Speed:
667MHz
L2 Cache:
2MB
Technology:
Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology
Memory
Type:
DDR2 SDRAM
Installed:
2GB (1GBx2) PC2-4200,
1GB (1GBx1) PC2-4200,
1GB (512MBx2) PC2-4200 or
512MB (512MBx1) PC2-4200
Maximum:
2GB
Speed:
533MHZ
Hard Drive
Capacity:
320GB (160GBx2),
240GB (120GBx2),
200GB (100GBx2),
160GB (80GBx2),
160GB ,
120GB ,
100GB ,
80GB or
60GB
Speed:
4200rpm (available with 320GB and 160GB HDD options)
5400rpm (available with all other options)
Interface:
Serial ATA
Technology:
RAID Technology for Premium model only
Optical Drive #1
DVD+R DL Write:
4x max.
DVD+R Write:
8x max.
DVD+RW Write:
8x max.
DVD-R Write:
8x max.
DVD-RW Write:
6x max.
CD-R Write:
24x max.
CD-RW Write:
16x max.
DVD±RW:
Yes
CD Read:
24x max.
DVD Read:
8x max.
DVD-RAM Write:
5x max.
DVD-R DL Write:
4x max.
DVD-RAM Read:
5x max.
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader:
Supports optional Memory Stick® and
Memory Stick DUO™ media with MagicGate® functionality and
Secure Digital Media (SD)
One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support
One ExpressCard™ /54 Slot
Audio
Sound System:
Sony® Sound Reality™ - Audio Enhancer
Display
Screen or Display Technology:
WUXGA or WXGA+
Screen Size:
17"
Resolution:
1920x1200 WUXGA (available with 7600GT graphics) or
1440x900 WXGA+ (available with 7600 graphics)
XBRITE™ Technology:
Yes
Graphics
Processor:
NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7600GT or
NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7600
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Video RAM:
256MB of dedicated Video RAM (7600GT) or 128MB of
dedicated Video RAM (7600)
Chipset:
Intel® 945PM
Interface:
VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor, HDMI out and S-Video
out
TV Tuner:
NTSC Tuner (available only with MCE)
Inputs and Outputs
Ethernet Port:
1
HDMI™ Connection Output(s):
1
Headphone Jack:
1
i.LINK® Interface:
1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)
Modem Jack:
1
Microphone Input:
1
Port Replicator Connector(s):
1
S-Video Output(s):
1
USB Port(s):
3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
S/PDIF Output(s):
1
Networking/Modem
Ethernet Protocol:
Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Ethernet Speed:
10Base-T/100Base-TX
Modem Type:
Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem with (RJ-11)
Wireless LAN:
Intel® PRO/Wireless 3915ABG Network Connection
(802.11a/b/g)
Bluetooth® Technology:
Integrated Bluetooth® Technology or
none
Power
Battery Type:
Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS2C) or
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL2C)
Estimated Battery Life:
1.5-3.5 hours with standard battery
2.0-4.5 hours with large capacity battery
Power Requirements:
150W+10%
Software
Operating System:
Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition
2005 with Update Rollup 2 or
Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional with Service Pack 2
Optional Software:
Adobe® Photoshop® Elements 4.0
Adobe® Premiere Elements 2.0
Adobe® Premiere Pro
DISCover My Games
Microsoft® Office 2003 Basic, Small Business or Professional
Sony Movie Package
Internet Services:
AOL Online™ 180-Day Trial (New Users Only)
Anti-Virus and Recovery Software:
Norton® Internet Security 60-
Day Subscription
TrendMicro™ Anti-Spyware 30-Day Trial
Iolo® System Mechanic 30-Day Trial
VAIO® Recovery Wizard
VAIO® Update
VAIO® Support Central
VAIO® Security Center
Supplied Software:
InterVideo® WinDVD®
Roxio® DigitalMedia SE
Microsoft® Works 8.5
Microsoft® Office 2003 60 Days Trial Version (Student/Teacher
Edition with XP MCE) or (Small Business Edition with XP Pro)
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft Digital Image Starter Edition
2006
Intuit Quicken® 2005 New User Edition (Previous Quicken users
may require additional upgrade)
Sony® Original Software:
Click to DVD® - DVD Creation
SonicStage Mastering Studio™ - Audio Mastering and
Remastering
SonicStage® - Digital Music
DVgate™ Plus - Digital Video
VAIO Media™ - Network File Sharing
Image Converter - PSP™ Transfer
Underworld - Pre-installed Movie
60-Minute Trial Version of Wheel of Fortune®
60-Minute Trial Version of Jeopardy®
Service and Warranty Information
Telephone Support:
1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance,
available 24/7
Limited Warranty and Onsite Service:
1 Year Limited Warranty
with Onsite Service
Online and Email Support:
Support available from
http://www.esupport.sony.com
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Dimensions
Weight:
8.4 lbs. (weight is approximate and may vary)
Measurements:
16.4"(W) x 1.32"(H) x 11.8"(D)
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2C) or Large Capacity Lithium-
ion Battery (VGP-BPL2C)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15)
Power Cord
Remote and IR Receiver (only with Microsoft® Windows® XP MCE
option)
Optional Accessories
Multi-Function Docking Station (VGP-PRFE1)
Universal Carrying Case (VGP-AMB1)
80GB HDD Drive Bay Unit (VGP-UHBX08A)
Neoprene Notebook and AC Adapter Case (VGP-AMC2)
Color:
Black, Glossy Black (Premium Model Only)
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. Requires compatible wireless LAN access point. Internet connection may
require fees.
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
5. Supports Memory Stick PRO™ high-capacity media tested up to 1GB.
Does not support MagicGate® functionality.
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. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns
and environmental conditions.
8. Viewable area measured diagonally.
9. When available, Sony will provide Onsite 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 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 Service may not
be available in all locations.
10. Use of this Bluetooth enabled product with other devices may vary as
not all Bluetooth devices are compatible.
11. 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.
12. Broadband connection is required along with third party services which
may require a subscription fee and other service fees.
13. 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.
14. The Microsoft Digital Image Starter Edition 2006 60-Day Trial software
included with this computer system is intended for evaluation purposes
only. The software has been partially installed and you must complete
installation of the software before you can use it. 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-
user options and operations.
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. 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, XBRITE, Memory
Stick, SonicStage, SonicStage Mastering Studio, Memory Stick PRO,
Memory Stick PRO Duo, MagicGate, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus, VAIO Media,
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 of Microsoft
Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective
owners.
Printed in U.S.A. 06/06.
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