Model
PCG-F430
Processor
Intel
®
Pentium
®
III processor 450 MHz
1
Cache Memory
256 KB integrated on-die level 2
Bus Architecture
PCI
LCD
14.1" XGA active matrix LCD (1024 x 768)
Graphics
NeoMagic MagicMedia™ 256AV with
2.5 MB VRAM, 128-bit accelerator
and MPEG playback acceleration
Digital Audio
Hardware MIDI
3D surround
MPEG
MPEG1 and MPEG2 digital video
Supports full screen playback
Standard RAM
64 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB
Hard Drive
6.0 GB
2
fixed
DVD-ROM Drive
4X max. fixed DVD-ROM drive with
DVD movie playback capability
Floppy Disk Drive
Removable 1.44 MB,
3.5" internal operation
Floppy disk drive bay also supports second
rechargeable battery when floppy drive is removed
Modem
Integrated V.90 56K
3
modem
Keyboard
19mm key pitch
3mm stroke
Pointing Device
Digital touch pad with scrolling function
Speaker
Built-in stereo speakers
Microphone
Built-in (mono)
Battery
Lithium-Ion battery
Supports dual battery operation
Battery Life
2.0–3.0 hours with one battery
4
4.0–6.0 hours with optional second battery
4
PC Card Slots
Supports two type II cards or one type III card
CardBus support
Infrared
Supports 4 Mbps, 1.1 Mbps and 115 kbps IrDA standard
Other Interface
Serial port, printer port, VGA monitor, PS/2
®
keyboard/
mouse, USB(2), RJ-11 phone jack, i.LINK
®
(IEEE 1394)
S400 interface, mic-in, headphone, port replicator
Power Requirements
49.5 Watts maximum (19.5V DC / AC100-240V)
Power Management
Energy Star compliant
Advanced power management - ACPI compatible
Size (H x W x D)
1.8" X 12.8" X 10.5"
Weight
6.8 lbs. (with weight saver in floppy drive bay)
7.3 lbs. (with floppy drive in floppy drive bay)
Supplied Accessories
Rechargeable battery, AC adapter, weight saver
and video cable
Optional Accessories
Additional battery (PCGA-BP71)
Network port replicator (PCGA-PRF1A)
USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1)
Carrying case (PCGA-CCF)
Additional AC adapter (PCGA-ACX1)
External 4X4X20X max. CD-RW drive (PCGA-CDRW51)
Service
One year limited Express Service
5
Limited Warranty
One year parts and labor (90 days without registration)
6
Telephone Support
Hardware: One year
6
Software and operating system: 90 days
6
INCLUDED SOFTWARE
Operating System
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
98 Second Edition
Software Applications
Adobe Acrobat
®
Reader
Adobe PhotoDeluxe
®
Business Edition
Adobe Premiere
®
LE
Intuit
®
Quicken
®
99 Basic
Mediamatics DVDExpress™
Microsoft
®
Word 2000
Sonic Foundry
®
Sound Forge
®
Sony DVgate™ Motion
Sony DVgate™ Still
Sony Media Bar™
Sony PictureGear™
Sony Smart Capture
Sony Smart Connect
Sony Smart Label
Sony Smart Pad
Sony Smart Publisher
Sony Smart Write
Symantec
®
WinFax
®
Basic Edition
Online Center
America Online
®7
Apple QuickTime
®
AT&T WorldNet
®
Service
7
CompuServe
®
2000
7
EarthLink Network TotalAccess
®7
GTE Easy Sign-Up
7
Microsoft Internet Explorer for Windows
®
98
Mindspring
®
Internet Service
7
Netscape Communicator
®
Prodigy Internet
®7
Tool Center
McAfee
®
VirusScan
®
Sony BatteryScope
Sony Notebook Setup
Sony PowerPanel
Sony PPK Setup
Sony Application Recovery CD
System Recovery CD
Sony Electronics Inc.
Personal Network Solutions Company
3300 Zanker Road, San Jose, California 95134
For more information: 1.800.4SONYPC (476-6972)
Web address: http://www.sony.com/pc
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 man-
ufactured to any specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make any warranty or repre-
sentation with respect to the performance of this product with any particular software packages
and/or non-Sony add-on hardware option except those mentioned in this document. Sony here-
by disclaims any representations or warranty that this product is compatible with any combina-
tion 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 com-
patibility of the hardware and software in each and every particular instance. Some pre-installed
software titles may not include full documentation. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony
Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display.
©2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written
permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK and VAIO are registered trademarks and 3MAX+, DVgate,
Media Bar and PictureGear are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks
of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other
trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. This product meets the standards of the
International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency. The Energy Star emblem does not repre-
sent EPA endorsement of any product or service. Features and specifications are subject to
change without notice. Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate.
Printed in U.S.A. 01/00
SPECIFICATIONS
• Intel
®
Pentium
®
III processor 450 MHz
1
• 64 MB SDRAM (expandable to 256 MB max.)
• 6.0 GB
2
fixed hard drive
• 14.1" XGA (1024 x 768) TFT screen
• High-capacity Lithium-Ion battery,
dual battery capability
• 6.8 lbs. light (with weight saver in floppy
drive bay), 1.8" thin
• All-in-one design with floppy drive,
hard drive and DVD-ROM drive
• i.LINK
®
(IEEE 1394) S400 interface for DV
editing and simple networking between
equipped VAIO computers
• 4X max. DVD-ROM drive with DVD movie
playback capability
• NTSC video out
• Integrated V.90 56K
3
modem
• Three Programmable Power Keys (PPK) for
easy access to key applications such as the
Internet and email
• 256-bit graphics chip
• Built-in stereo speakers
MAX
MAX
Screen: 14.1" XGA TFT
MAX
MAX
Battery: 2X battery life
*
MAX
MAX
Mobility: 6.8 lbs.
**
light, 1.8" thin
PLUS:
• All-in-one design
• i.LINK
®
(IEEE 1394) S400 interface
*using optional second battery in floppy drive bay
**with weight saver in floppy drive bay
Sony VAIO
®
Notebook
PCG-F430
FEATURES
1 MHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application
performance.
2 GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity
may vary.
3 Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53kbps are the maximum permissible transmit power
levels during download transmissions. Actual data speeds will vary depending on line
conditions.
4 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.
5 Certain restrictions apply to Express Repair Service.
6 From date of purchase upon registration.
7 Requires payment of additional fees or subscription for use.
