Sony VAIO Z1MP Review

Technically superb, the VAIO Z1MP features an ergonomic, fully magnesium, wave design chassis that has an almost sculptural quality.

But this is no gadget. At the heart of the Z1MP lies Intels new Intel Centrino Mobile Technology. Created especially for wireless notebooks, the VAIO Z1MP has a Wireless LAN capability that lets you connect at home, at work and on-the-go at hotspots in airports and stations.

Whats more, its power-conserving features extend your notebooks battery life - so you no longer have to worry about losing power. And because Intel Centrino Mobile Technology is so compact itself, it ensures that the Z1MP is incredibly thin and light.

You appreciate good design. The look of an object, after all, affects the way you feel about it. Sony VAIO Z1SP - you want beautiful performance.

PRODUCT FEATURES:

Intel Pentium-M processor with Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology;
SXGA+ (1400x1050) TFT screen;
ATI MOBILITY RADEON with 3D performance;
Comprehensive software suite including SonicStage, PictureGear Studio and Adobe Software Package.

Product Description Sony VAIO Z1SP - Pentium M 1.5 GHz - 14.1" TFT
Manufacturer Warranty 1 year warranty
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.6 cm x 24.7 cm x 3.9 cm
Weight 2.1 kg
Processor Intel Pentium M 1.3 GHz
Hard Drive 1 x 60 GB
Networking Network adapter - Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b
Power AC 110/230 V
RAM 512 MB (installed) / 1 GB (max) - DDR SDRAM - DDR266/PC2100 - 266 MHz
Graphics Controller ATI MOBILITY RADEON - 16 MB
Audio Output Sound card
Cache Memory 1 MB - L2 Cache
Optical Storage CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo
Display 14.1" TFT active matrix
Telecom Fax / modem - 56 Kbps
Input Device Keyboard, touchpad
Battery Lithium Ion
Average Run Time 4.6 hour(s)
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP1
Built-in Devices Stereo speakers, wireless LAN aerial, Bluetooth aerial

Specifications General

Form Factor Portable
Width 31.6 cm
Depth 24.7 cm
Height 3.9 cm
Weight 2.1 kg
Built-in Devices Stereo speakers, wireless LAN aerial, Bluetooth aerial
Expansion / Connectivity

Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - type I/II
1 ( 1 ) x Memory Stick
2 memory
Interfaces 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 4 PIN FireWire
2 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A
1 x display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15)
1 x audio - line-out/headphones - mini-phone 3.5mm
1 x microphone - input - mini-phone 3.5mm
1 x docking / port replicator
Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support 1 year warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Processor

Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology
Processor Intel Pentium M 1.5 GHz
Chipset Type Intel 855PM
Data Bus Speed 400 MHz
RAM

Technology DDR SDRAM - 266 MHz
Installed Size 512 MB / 1 GB (max)
Memory Specification Compliance DDR266/PC2100
Storage

Hard Drive 1 x 60 GB
Storage Controller IDE
Networking

Networking Network adapter
Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth 1.1
Miscellaneous

Compliant Standards ACPI, EPA Energy Star
Cables Included Phone cable
Power

Power Device Power adapter - external
Voltage Required AC 110/230 V
Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature 5 °C
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C
Humidity Range Operating 20 - 80%
Video

Video Memory Video adapter memory - DDR SDRAM - 16 MB
Graphics Processor / Vendor ATI MOBILITY RADEON
Audio

Compliant Standards Microsoft WSS 1.0/2.0
Audio Output Sound card
Display

Display Type 14.1" TFT active matrix
Max Resolution 1400 x 1050
Cache Memory

Type L2 Cache
Installed Size 1 MB
Optical Storage

Type CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo
Read Speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
Write Speed 8x
CD / DVD Rewrite Speed 4x
Input Device(s)

Type Keyboard, touchpad
Telecom

Max Transfer Rate 56 Kbps
Protocols & Specifications ITU V.90, ITU V.92
Modem Fax / modem
Battery

Technology Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1
Average Run Time 4.6 hour(s)
Operating System / Software

Software Included Sony DVgate, Sony MovieShaker, Intervideo WinDVD, Sony SonicStage, PowerPanel, Apple QuickTime 5, Sony PictureGear Studio, Sony Network Smart Capture , RealOne Player, Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0, Adobe Premiere 6.0 LE, Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.1, Sony Hotkey Utility, Sony BlueSpace NE
OS Provided Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP1

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