VGN-FS990
VAIO® FS Series Notebook PC
Sony Electronics Inc. • 16530 Via Esprillo • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1-800-222-7669 • www.sony.com
Last Updated: 04/25/2006
Specifications
General
Computer Type:
Notebook
Type of Use:
Portable
Action Buttons:
Wireless LAN on/off
Keyboard:
QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and
19.05mm pitch
Pointing Device:
Electro-Static touch pad
Processor
Type:
Intel® Pentium® M Processor 740
Speed:
1.73GHz
Front Side Bus Speed:
533MHz
L2 Cache:
2MB
Memory
Type:
DDR2
Installed:
1GB (PC2-4200)
Maximum:
2GB
Speed:
533MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity:
100GB
Speed:
4200rpm
Interface:
Ultra 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:
24x max.
DVD±RW:
Yes
CD Read:
24x max.
DVD Read:
8x max.
DVD-R DL Write:
4x max.
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader:
Supports Optional Memory
Stick®, Memory Stick PRO™ and Memory Stick
DUO™ media with MagicGate® functionality
PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus
support
Audio
Sound System:
Windows® sound system compatible
with Built-in stereo speakers
Display
Screen or Display Technology:
WXGA LCD
Screen Size:
15.4”
Resolution:
1280 x 800
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology:
Yes
Graphics
Processor:
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 900
Video RAM:
128MB Dynamically Shared (RAM/Video)
Memory
Chipset:
Intel® 915GM
Interface:
VGA Out with Smart Display Sensor
Inputs and Outputs
Headphone Jack:
1
i.LINK® Interface:
1(4-pin) interface
1
2
4
11
6
Memory Stick® Media Slot:
1
Microphone Input:
1 (Monaural mini-jack)
USB Port(s):
2 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
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 2200BG
(IEEE 802.11b/g )
Power
Battery Type:
Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2A)
Estimated Battery Life:
3.0-3.5 hours (Standard
Battery)
Power Requirements:
110W+10%
Software
Operating System:
Microsoft® Windows® XP Home
Edition with SP2
Internet Services:
America Online® 180-Day Trial -
New Users Only
Anti-Virus and Recovery Software:
Norton® Internet
Security™ 60-Day Subscription
TrendMicro™ Anti-Spyware 30-Day Trial
Iolo® System Mechanic - 30-Day Trial
VAIO® Security Center
VAIO® Update software
VAIO® Recovery Wizard software
VAIO® Support Central
Supplied Software:
Intuit® Quicken® 2006 New User
Edition (previous Quicken users may require
additional upgrade)
InterVideo® WinDVD®
Microsoft® Works 8.5 with 60-Day Trial Version of
Microsoft® Office 2003
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Digital Image
Starter Edition 2006
Roxio® DigitalMedia SE
Sony® Original Software:
Click to DVD® - DVD
Creation
DVgate Plus™ - Digital Video
SonicStage® - Digital Music
VAIO Media™ - Network File Sharing
Image Converter - PSP™ Transfer
60-minute Trial Version of Wheel of Fortune®
60-minute Trial Version of Jeopardy®
Underworld - Pre-installed movie
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
Dimensions
Weight:
5.96 lbs. with standard battery (weight is
approximate and may vary)
Measurements:
14.33” (W) x 1” -1.43” (H) x 10.41” (D)
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS2A)
AC adapter (VGP-AC19V11)
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL2)
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS2)
3
7
10
12
9
8
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10)
Wireless Presentation Mouse (VGP-WMS50)
USB Mobile Mouse (VGP-UMS50)
Sport Backpack (VGP-AMB2)
Neoprene Notebook & AC Adapter (VGP-AMC3)
Large Carrying Case (VGP-AMB5)
Battery Charger (VGP-BC1)
Memory Card Adapter (VGP-MCA10)
512MB Memory Expansion Module (VGP-MM512L)
Color:
White
UPC Code:
027242696839
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. A portion of hard disk space is reserved as
a recovery partition.
3. Requires compatible wireless LAN access point, sold separately. Internet
connection may require fees.
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
5. Supports Memory Stick PRO™ high-capacity media tested up to 1GB.
Does not support MagicGate® functionality.
6. 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.
7. Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. The Microsoft Office 2003 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. Viewable area measured diagonally.
12. The Microsoft Digital Image Starter Edition 2006 60-Day Trial software
included with this computer system is intended for evaluation purposes
only. The software has been partially installed and you must complete
installation of the software before you can use it. 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-user options
and operations.
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. Non-metric weights and measurements are
approximate.
©2006 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in
part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick,
SonicStage, VAIO, XBRITE-ECO, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo,
MagicGate, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus, VAIO Media and like.no.other are
trademarks of Sony. Intel, Pentium and Centrino are registered trademarks of
Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners.
Printed in U.S.A. 03/06.
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