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Model

PCG-VX88, PCG-VX88P

Processor

Low Voltage Mobile Intel

®

Pentium

®

III processor 850MHz

1

-M

supports enhanced Intel

®

SpeedStep™ technology

2

Cache Memory

512K integrated on-die level 2

Bus Speed

100 MHz

LCD

14.1” XGA (1024x768) TFT display

Graphics

Intel

®

815EM graphic chip with up to 11 MB Video SDRAM 

(shared) and Intel’s Dynamic Video Memory technology

Standard RAM

256MB SDRAM (128x2) 

Maximum RAM

384MB SDRAM

Open Slot

0: micro DIMM

Hard Drive

30 GB

hard drive

CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive

External i.LINK

®

CD-RW/DVD combo drive

(R-write 8x; RW-write 4x; DVD-read 8x; CD-read 24x)

Floppy Drive

Optional: External 1.44 MB, 3.5" USB floppy drive

Memory Stick

®

Media Slot

Supports optional Memory Stick

®

or MagicGate™ media

Modem

Integrated V.90 modem

Ethernet

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet with RJ-45 interface

Pointing Device

Center Jog Dial™ control with back button
Electro-Static touch pad

Estimated Battery Life

5

Lithium-ion battery
2.0-6.5 hours with standard battery

5

PC Card Slots

Supports one type I or type II card
CardBus support

Wireless LAN

IEEE 802.11b 
Bus/Interface: mini PCI
Radio frequency band: 2.4GHz (ISM band)

Audio

Windows

®

sound system compatible with 3D surround 

Built-in stereo speakers; monoral mini-jack microphone

Other Interfaces

i.LINK

®

(IEEE 1394) interface

4

, 2 USB, RJ-11 modem jack,

RJ-45 Ethernet, Memory Stick

®

media slot, VGA output,

headphone (stereo), mic-in, DC-in

Power Requirements

60 watts maximum (16V / AC100-240V)
Energy Star

®

compliant

Advanced power management - APM-ACPI compatible

Size (H x W x D)

0.7-1.3" X 12.3" X 10.3"

Weight

4.42 lbs. with standard battery 

Supplied Accessories

Lithium-ion battery, power cord, AC adapter, 
and CD-RW/DVD combo drive

Optional Accessories

Additional standard battery (PCGA-BP2S/HI)
Double capacity battery (PCGA-BP4S)
USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1/A)
USB floppy drive (PCGA-UFD5)
Large carrying case (PCGA-CCGX)
Carrying case (PCGA-CCF)
Notebook backpack (PCGA-CCP1)
Neoprene notebook & AC adapter cases (PCGA-CCN1)
Additional AC adapter (PCGA-AC16V3)
External speakers (PCGA-SP1)
128MB additional memory (PCGA-MM128T)
2.4GHz Wireless LAN access point (PCWA-A200)
5GHz wireless LAN access point (PCWA-A500)
5GHz wireless LAN PC card (PCWA-C500)

Service and Warranty Information

One year limited Express Service

6,9

One year limited parts and labor

9

Telephone Support: One year hardware and 90 days soft-
ware and operating system from purchase date

Included Operating System

Microsoft

®

Windows

®

XP Home Edition

10

Microsoft

®

Windows

®

XP Professional

10

Home and Business Software

Quicken

®

2002 New User Edition

12

Microsoft

®

Word 2002

10

Movie Software

Sony DVgate™
Sony MovieShaker™
Sony Pico Player™
InterVideo WinDVD™ 2000

Music Software

Sony SonicStage™
Screenblast™ ACID™

13

Screenblast™ Sound Forge

13

Photo Software

Adobe Photoshop Elements Trial Version

11

Sony DigitalPrint
Sony Smart Capture

Online Center

America Online

® 11

RealNetworks

®

Real Player

Sony EverQuest

®  11, 13

Virus, Tools, and Support Software

Skydesk Smartclone™ 90 Day Trial Version

11

Trend Micro PC-Cillin

®,   

90 Day Trial Version

11

VAIO Support Agent

1 MHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may

affect application performance.

2 CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions.
3 GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity.

Accessible capacity may vary.

4 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 con-
nector may not communicate with each other.

5 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.
6 Certain restrictions apply to Express Repair Service.
7 Camcorder and i.LINK cable sold separately.
8 Wireless LAN access point sold separately.
9 From date of purchase with registration.
10 Certain Microsoft software product(s) included with this computer

may use technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH
EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THIS PRODUCT IF YOU
DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PRO-
CEDURES. Product activation procedures and Microsoft's privacy
policy will be detailed during launch of the product, or upon certain
reinstallations of the software product or reconfigurations of this com-
puter, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges
may apply).

11 Requires fees for use.
12 Existing users may be required to pay upgrade fee.
13 Available on Windows XP Home Edition only 

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 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 pack-
ages and/or non-Sony add-on hardware option 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.  Sony can not fully guarantee the security of wireless commu-
nication. 

(c)2002 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in
part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO and Memory
Stick are registered trademarks of Sony. DVgate, Jog Dial, PictureGear,
MagicGate, MovieShaker, and Pico Player are trademarks of Sony. Intel and
Pentium are registered trademarks and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel
Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. RealNetworks, RealPlayer, and RealJukebox are registered
trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners. 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

• Integrated 802.11b wireless LAN - stay connected!
• Low Voltage Mobile Intel

®

Pentium

®

III processor 850 MHz

- M

• 14.1” XGA TFT screen in slim and stylish magnesium-alloy body
• External CD-RW/DVD combo drive included
• i.LINK

® 

(IEEE 1394) S400 digital interface

4

supports high-speed digital video, audio, and data

transfer capabilities among equipped Sony products

Sony VAIO® VX Series Notebook

SPECIFICATIONS

MOVIES AND PHOTOS

High-resolution 14.1” XGA screen
allows outstanding viewing of your
digital images!

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

Download. Make custom CDs that
sound incredibly clear on the box
speaker system!

GOT WIRELESS?

High-speed wireless access for
mobile network connection

8

.

STYLISH AND PROFESSIONAL

Serious power and ultimate style with
magnesium alloy casing. Who says
you can’t have it all?

VX88/P

An Inspiring Blend of Size and Mobility

Sony PCs use genuine Microsoft

®

Windows

®

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