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Last Updated: 05/21/2007
VGN-FZ190 CTO Series
VAIO® FZ Series Notebook PC
Specifications
General
Computer Type:
Notebook
Type of Use:
Portable
Action Buttons:
S1, (programmable), Volume, AV Mode ,
Play/Pause, and Stop
Pointing Device:
Electro-Static touch pad
Hardware
Keyboard:
QWERTY, 82 keys with 2mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
Camera:
Built-in camera and microphone
Processor
Type:
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7700 (Configuration 1)
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7500 (Configuration 2)
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7300 (Configuration 3) or
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7100 (Configuration 4)
Speed:
2.4GHz (Configuration 1), 2.2GHz (Configuration 2), 2GHz
(Configuration 3), or 1.8GHz (Configuration 4)
Front Side Bus Speed:
800MHz
L2 Cache:
4MB Advanced Smart Cache (for Configurations 1-3)
2MB (for Configurations 4)
Technology:
Intel® Centrino® Duo processor Technology
Memory
Type:
DDR2
Installed:
4GB PC2-5300 (2GB x 2), 2GB PC2-5300 (1GB x 2), 1GB PC2-
5300 (1GB x 1), or 1GB PC2-5300 (512MB x 2)
Maximum:
4GB
Speed:
667MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity:
250GB (Configuration 1), 200GB (Configuration 2), 160GB
(Configuration 3), 120GB (Configuration 4), 100GB (Configuration
5), or 80GB (Configuration 6)
Speed:
4200rpm (Configuration 1-2) or 5400rpm(Configuration 3-6)
Interface:
Serial ATA
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 (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/DVD-RAM)
CD Read:
24x max.
DVD Read:
8x max.
DVD-RAM Write:
5x max.
DVD-R DL Write:
4x max.
BD-R Read:
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ only)
BD-R Write:
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ only)
BD-RE Write:
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ only)
BD-ROM Read:
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ only)
BD-RE Read:
2x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ only)
BD-R DL Read:
1.6x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ only)
BD-R DL Write:
1x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ only)
DVD-RAM Read:
5x max.
Blu-Ray Disc™ Support:
Optional (Can only be configured with
select PC hardware options)
BD-RE DL Read:
1.6x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ only)
BD-RE DL Write:
1x max. (Blu-ray Disc™ only)
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader:
One Memory Stick Duo™ media with
MagicGate® functionality
One ExpressCard™ /34 Slot
One Secure Digital Media (SD)
Audio
Sound System:
Sony® Sound Reality™ - Audio Enhancer
Display
Screen or Display Technology:
WXGA LCD
Screen Size:
15.4”
15
8
8
8
8
17
9
9
9
9
9
9
4
14
2
Resolution:
1280 x 800
XBRITE-HiColor™ Technology:
Optional
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology:
Optional
Graphics
Processor:
Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 or
NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M GT GPU
Video RAM:
251MB Total Available Graphics Memory if Mobile
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 and 1GB ram is
selected.
358MB Total Available Graphics Memory if Mobile Intel®
Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 and over 2GB ram is selected
383MB Total Available Graphics Memory if NVIDIA® GeForce®
8400M GT GPU and 1GB ram is selected.
895MB Total Available Graphics Memory if NVIDIA® GeForce®
8400M GT GPU and over 2GB ram is selected.
Chipset:
Intel® 965GM
Interface:
VGA and S-Video Out with Smart Display Sensor
Inputs and Outputs
Ethernet Port:
1
HDMI™ Connection Output(s):
1 (only available with NVIDIA®
GeForce® 8400M GT GPU)
Headphone Jack:
1
Memory Stick® Media Slot:
1
Modem Jack:
1
Secure Digital Slot:
1
Microphone Input:
1
S-Video Output(s):
1
USB Port(s):
3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
DC-In:
1
Express Card™ Slot:
1 type /34
i.LINK® Connection:
1(4-pin) interface
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 4965AGN Network Connection
(802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth® Technology:
Integrated Bluetooth® Technology
Power
Battery Type:
Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2B) or Large
Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL8)
Estimated Battery Life:
2 to 5 hrs Standard Capacity Battery
3.5 to 8 hrs Large Capacity Battery
Power Requirements:
110W+10%
Software
Operating System:
Windows Vista™ Home Premium, Windows
Vista™ Business, or Windows Vista™ Ultimate
Internet Services:
AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New Users Only
Supplied Software:
Microsoft® Works 8.5
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2007
Sony® Original Software:
Click to DVD® - DVD Creation,
LocationFree® Player
*Please access VAIO® Help and Support from your PC for a
complete list of software applications and trials.
Security and Anti-Virus Software:
Norton® Internet Security™
2007 60-Day trial with spyware protection
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/EN/VAIO
Dimensions
Weight:
5.75 lbs.
Measurements:
14"(W) x 0.98-1.4"(H) x 10.02"(D)
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS8) or Large Capacity Lithium-
ion Battery (VGP-BPL8)
11
11
11
11
7
3
16
6
6
10
13
12
1
1
AC adapter(VGP-AC19V19)
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Large Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPL8)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10)
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21)
USB Laser Mouse (VGP-UMS55/B)
USB Laser Mouse (VGP-UMS55/S)
Neoprene Notebook and AC Adapter Case (VGP-AMC3)
All-in-one 2.1 Channel Speaker (VGP-SP100)
Sport Backpack (VGP-CCP4/L)
Urban Messenger Bag (VGP-AML2)
Color:
Silver w/White Keyboard, Sliver w/Black Keyboard
1. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
2. Viewable area measured diagonally.
3. Requires 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may
require Internet services, which may require a fee.
4. DVD media/formats are not universally compatible.
5. Broadband internet service required along with third party services
which may require a subscription or other service fee.
6. Actual battery life will vary based on product settings, usage patterns,
battery and environmental conditions.
7. 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.
8. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may
affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under
certain operating conditions.
9. 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.
10. The Microsoft Office 2007 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.
11. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows Vista™
classification of graphics memory, which is the total of Dedicated Video
Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory. Shared
System Memory varies depending on the operating condition and
system memory size.
12. 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.
13. 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.
14. As with other optical media devices, circumstances may limit
compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc™ media playback. VAIO computers
may not support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC
or VC1 formats at high bit rates.
15. A/V Instant Mode not available with Bluray option.
16. Use of this Bluetooth enabled product with other devices may vary as
not all Bluetooth devices are compatible.
17. A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to the
operating system.
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.
© 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in
part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, the Sony logo, VAIO,
XBRITE-ECO logo, Memory Stick, Sound Reality, i.LINK and Click to DVD logo
are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, ReadyBoost and Windows Vista are
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel Centrino and Core are
trademarks of Intel Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of
their respective owners.
Printed in U.S.A. 04/07.
