Model
PCG-R505GL, PCG-R505GLK
Processor
Mobile Intel
®
Pentium
®
III processor 1.20GHz
1
-M
supports enhanced Intel
®
SpeedStep™ technology
2
Cache Memory
32KB integrated on-die level 1
512K integrated on-die level 2
Bus Speed
133 MHz
LCD
12.1” XGA (1024x768) TFT display
Graphics
Intel
®
830MG graphic chip with up to 32 MB Video SDRAM utiliz-
ing Intel
®
Dynamic Video Memory technology
(Expandable to 48 MB if main memory is upgraded)
Standard RAM
256MB SDRAM
Maximum RAM
384MB SDRAM
Open Slot
0: SO-DIMM
Hard Drive
30 GB
3
hard drive
CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive
CD-RW/DVD combo drive on SlimDock™ docking station
(CD-R 16x; CD-RW 10x; CD 24x; DVD-read 8x)
Floppy Drive
1.44 MB, 3.5" floppy drive on SlimDock™ docking station
Memory Stick
®
Media Slot
Supports optional Memory Stick
®
or MagicGate™ Memory Stick
®
media
Modem
Integrated V.90 modem
Ethernet
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet with RJ-45 interface
Pointing Device
Center Jog Dial™ control
Electro-Static touch pad
Estimated Battery Life
5
Lithium-ion battery
2.0-4.5 hours with standard battery
5
PC Card Slots
Supports one type II card
CardBus support
Audio
Windows
®
sound system compatible with 3D surround
Built-in stereo speakers; microphone jack
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
80 watts maximum (19.5V / AC100-240V)
Energy Star
®
compliant
Advanced power management - APM-ACPI compatible
Size (H x W x D)
1.16”-1.33" X 11.0" X 9.4"
Weight
4.30 lbs. with standard battery
6.68 lbs. with docking station
Supplied Accessories
Lithium-ion battery, power cord, AC adapter,
and SlimDock™ docking station
Optional Accessories
Additional standard battery (PCGA-BP2R)
Double capacity battery (PCGA-BP4R)
Additional SlimDock™ docking station (PCGA-DSM5)
External i.LINK
®
CD-RW/DVD combo drive (PCGA-CRWD2)
USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1/A)
Large carrying case (PCGA-CCGX)
Carrying case (PCGA-CCR5)
Notebook backpack (PCGA-CCP1)
Neoprene notebook & AC adapter cases (PCGA-CCN2)
Additional AC adapter (PCGA-AC19V3)
External speakers (PCGA-SP1)
802.11b Wireless LAN Pro access point (PCWA-A200)
802.11b Wireless LAN Bridge access point (PCWA-A220)
802.11b Wireless LAN PC card (PCWA-C150S)
802.11a Wireless LAN access point (PCWA-A500)
802.11a 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 software
and operating system from purchase date
Included Operating System
R505GL:Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP Home Edition
R505GLK:Microsoft
®
Windows
®
2000 Professional
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
RealNetworks
®
Real One
Photo Software
Adobe Photoshop
®
Elements Trial Version
11
Sony Network Smart Capture
Sony PictureGear Studio
Home AV Network Software
Sony VAIO Media
13
Online Center
America Online
® 11
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 GHz 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 con-
tains an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector 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 and PC card 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 PROCEDURES. Product
activation procedures and Microsoft's privacy policy will be detailed dur-
ing launch of the product, or upon certain reinstallations of the software
product or reconfigurations of this computer, 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 perform-
ance of this product with any particular software packages and/or non-Sony add-
on hardware option except those mentioned in this document. Sony hereby dis-
claims 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 recommen-
dations, they are NOT authorized to vary or waive this disclaimer. Purchasers must
determine for themselves the suitability and compatibility of the hardware and soft-
ware in each and every particular instance. Software titles pre-installed on the
Sony Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Simulated graph-
ic 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 com-
munication.
(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 reg-
istered 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 approximate. Printed in U.S.A. 07/02
• Mobile Intel
®
Pentium
®
III processor 1.20GHz
1
- M
• 12.1” XGA TFT screen in slim and stylish magnesium-alloy body
• SlimDock
™
docking station with 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® R505 SuperSlim Pro
TM
Series Notebook
SPECIFICATIONS
MOVIES AND PHOTOS
Capture, edit, and share your digital
movies or photos, using Sony's
exclusive multimedia software!
MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
Download. Make custom CDs that
sound incredibly clear on the built in
stereo 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?
R505GL/K Series
Mobility, Power, and Style ... Redefined
Sony recommends Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP Professional
for Mobile Computing.
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