Model
PCG-Z1RA
Processor
Intel
®
Pentium
®
M processor 1.50GHz
1
Cache Memory
L1: 64KByte Integrated On-Die
L2: 1M Byte Integrated On-Die
Bus Speed
400 MHz
LCD
14.1" SXGA+ (1400x1050) TFT display
Graphics
ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON™ 16 MB video DDR SDRAM
Dual display support
Memory
512 MB DDR SDRAM (512MB on-board), maximum 1024
MB
Hard Drive
60 GB
2,11
hard drive
Optical Drive
Internal CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo drive
(Max speeds: CD-R write 8x, CD-RW write 4x, CD Read
24x, DVD-ROM read 8x)
Optional Floppy Drive
External 1.44 MB, 3.5" USB floppy drive (PCGA-UFD5)
Modem
Integrated V.90 modem
Ethernet
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet with RJ-45 interface
Memory Stick
®
Media Slot
10
Supports optional Memory Stick
®
media
Pointing Device / Keyboard / Input Device
Electro-Static touch pad
QWERTY, 83 keys with 2mm stroke and 18.5mm pitch
2 programmable buttons (one pre-set as maximum bright-
ness and another as mute)
Estimated Battery Life
4
Lithium-ion battery
2.5-6.5 hours with standard battery
4
5.5-13.0 hours with double capacity battery
4
PC Card Slots
1 type I or type II card with CardBus support
Audio
Windows
®
sound system compatible
Built-in stereo speakers; monaural mini-jack microphone
Optional external speakers (PCGA-SP1)
Other Interfaces
RJ-11 modem jack, i.LINK
®
(IEEE 1394) interface
3
, 2 USB2.0,
RJ-45 Ethernet, VGA output, headphone (stereo), monaural
mini-jack microphone, port replicator connector
Optional Port Replicator (PCGA-PRZ1)
DC in, 3 USB2.0, VGA output, DVI-D, printer, RJ-45 Ethernet,
docking CN
Integrated Wireless LAN
6
Intel PRO/ Wireless Network Connection 802.11b
Bus/Interface: mini PCI
Radio frequency band: 2.4GHz (ISM band)
Power Requirements
68 watts m 10% (16V / AC100-240V)
Energy Star
®
compliant
Advanced power management - APM-ACPI compatible
Weight
4.7lbs.with a standard battery
Size (H x W x D)
0.9 -1.5" X 12.4" X 9.7"
Supplied Accessories
Lithium-ion battery, power cord, and AC adapter
Optional Accessories
External USB floppy disk drive (PCGA-UFD5)
Additional standard battery (PCGA-BP2V)
Double-capacity battery (PCGA-BP4V)
USB mouse (PCGA-UMS5)
USB mobile mouse (PCGA-UMS3/V, PCGA-UMS3/S)
Carrying case (PCGA-CCGX)
Additional AC adapter (PCGA-AC16V6)
Port replicator (PCGA-PRZ1)
802.11b Wireless LAN Pro router access point (PCWA-A200)
802.11g Wireless LAN router access point (PCWA-AR300)
802.11g Wireless LAN PC card (PCWA-C300S)
802.11a Wireless LAN router access point (PCWA-A500)
802.11a Wireless LAN PC card (PCWA-C500)
Visual communication camera (PCGA-UVC10)
Notebook sport backpack (PCGA-CCP2)
Notebook backpack (PCGA-CCP1)
External speakers (PCGA-SP1)
External DVD±RW (PCGA-DDRW1)
Bluetooth adapter (PCGA-BA1/A)
Service and Warranty Information
One year limited Express Service
5
(Certain restrictions apply.)
One year limited parts and labor
5
Telephone Support
5
: One year hardware and 90 days soft-
ware and operating system from purchase date
Operating System
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP Home Edition
Productivity Software
Microsoft
®
Money 2003
8
Microsoft
®
Works 7.0
Microsoft
®
Encarta Online
9
Video Software
Sony DVgate™ Plus
Adobe
®
Premiere
®
LE
®
InterVideo
®
WinDVD
®
4 for VAIO
®
PC
Music Software
Sony Screenblast™ ACID™
Sony SonicStage™ with MP3 encoder
Sony SonicStage™ Mastering Studio
RealNetworks
®
Real One Player
Photo Software
Adobe
®
Photoshop
®
Elements
Sony Network Smart Capture
Sony PictureGear Studio™
Communication
Sony VAIO Media™ Software
Microsoft
®
MSN 8.0
8
and America Online
®8
Gaming
Microsoft
®
Age of Empires
Virus, Tools, and Support Software
McAfee
®
Internet Security Center
7
VAIO Support Agent
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.
3 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.
4 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.
5 From date of purchase.
6 Wireless LAN access point sold separately. Sony cannot guarantee
the security of wireless communications.
7 Requires fees for use.
8 Certain features are time limited.
9 Limited duration trial subscription to Microsoft's current online ver-
sion. Internet access required; additional fees (including
telephone/long distance charges) may apply also.
10 Supports Memory Stock Pro
TM
high-capacity media, but does not support
high-speed media capability.
11 5GB of hard disk space is reserved as a recovery partition.
Computer Interface: The computer industry lacks standards, and therefore, there are a multi-
tude 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 warran-
ty or representation with respect to the performance of this product with any particular soft-
ware packages and/or non-Sony add-on hardware option except those mentioned in this doc-
ument. 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 identi-
cal to retail versions or have all documentation.
(c)2003 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without writ-
ten permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick and VAIO are registered trademarks
of Sony. DVgate, VAIO Media, SonicStage, PictureGear Studio are trademarks of Sony. Intel
and Pentium are registered trademarks and Centrino are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. RealNetworks,
and RealPlayer 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. ure-
ments are approximate. Printed in U.S.A. 5/03
• Intel
®
Centrino
TM
mobile technology - designed specifically for mobility
• Stylish and sophisticated design in a 4.7 lbs. light and 0.9-1.5” thin body
• CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo drive integrated
• Integrated wireless LAN
6
- connect to the network anywhere, anytime
• Beautiful 14.1” SXGA+ screen for work and play
• Amazing battery life up to 6.5 hours
4
• i.LINK
®
(IEEE 1394) S400 digital interface
3
and Memory Stick
®
media slot
11
Sony VAIO® Z1-Series Notebook
SPECIFICATIONS
STYLE AND MOBILITY
Ultimate style in a light and thin body. Who
says you can’t have it all?
PCG-Z1RA
Elegance meets mobility.
Sony recommends Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP.
FEATURES
Sony Exclusive
MUL
TIMEDIA
DIGIT
AL EDITING
software p
ackage!
ENJOY MOVIES
10
Watch DVD movies anywhere with integrated
CD-RW/DVD combo drive, amazing long life
4
battery and large screen.
GOT WIRELESS?
6
Integrated 802.11b wireless for truly mobile
network connection.
