Built tough for business, the VAIO Z notebook offers the portability of a 3.4 lbs (with standard battery) form factor with the performance of a larger computer. Encased in durable carbon fiber and featuring scratch-resistant XBRITE-DuraView LCD technology, the Z notebook is designed to withstand the rigors of the road.

Powerful Mobile Performance: Intel Core 2 Duo P9500 processor (2.53GHz) with Intel Centrino 2 processor technology the latest chipset from Intel.

The VAIO Z notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1.

Uncompromising elegance weaved into a 3.4 lb go-anywhere package.

XBRITE-DuraView LCD technology with LED backlight for a brighter, crisper, tougher display.

Wireless Freedom: Built-in Wireless-N technology offers a boost in wireless connection speed and range.

Integrated Sprint Mobile Broadband technology for blazing-fast wireless access beyond LAN networks and hotspots.

Extend the reach of your Z notebook with Stereo A2DP Bluetooth technology that is ideal for advanced wireless communication and streaming uncompromised CD-quality stereo music to Bluetooth technology enabled speakers or headphones.

Endless Features: Hybrid graphics system lets you set graphics performance on the fly no reboot necessary.

An HDMI output delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable so you can enjoy HD entertainment on your compatible big screen TV without a myriad of extra cables (HDMI cable sold separately).

A built-in biometric fingerprint scanner makes authentication and secure access quick and easy you only need your fingerprint.

An integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2 compliant chip enhances security by allowing you to control access on a specific client/user basis.

G-Sensor Shock Protection technology makes your data even less vulnerable to loss or damage. When the built-in 3D acceleration sensor detects a risky movement, the HDD-head will lock up to secure its position and help protect the disc from scratching.

Environmentally Engineered Features: Energy-efficient 25 watt Intel Centrino 2 processor offers all the performance at lower power consumption.

By using a mercury-free backlit LED display, the VAIO Z notebook keeps one less chemical out of both your home and the landfills.

The Z notebook is ENERGY STAR 4.0 qualified, which means that it uses less power and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict efficiency guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy.

The VAIO Z notebook holds an environmental rating of Silver from EPEAT.

• Front Side Bus Speed: 1066MHz

• L2 Cache: 6MB

• Speed: 2.53GHz

• Technology: Intel Centrino 2 processor technology

• Type: Intel Core 2 Duo Processor P9500

Sound System: Intel High Definition Audio

• Back Light Technology: LED

• Resolution: 1600 x 900

• Screen Size: 13.1"

• XBRITE-DuraView Technology: Yes

• Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick Duo media slot with MagicGate functionality

• One ExpressCard /34 slot

• One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media slot

• Action Buttons: S1, S2, WLAN/Bluetooth on/off, Performace Select

• Computer Type: Notebook

• Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad

• Security: Biometric Fingerprint Sensor

• Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2 compliant

• Type of Use: Ultra-portable

• Chipset: Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset

• Interface: HDMI17 and VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor

• Processor: NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GS GPU with Total Available Graphics Memory of 1500MB (max.) and Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD with Intel Clear Video Technology with Total Available Graphics Memory: 1300MB (max.)

• Technology:Hybrid Graphics System

• Video RAM: 256MB of dedicated video RAM

• Capacity: 320GB

• Impact Protection: G-Sensor Shock Protection - Hard Disk Drive Protection

• Interface: Serial ATA

• Speed: 5400rpm

• Camera: Built-in MOTION EYE camera and microphone

• Keyboard: QWERTY, 82 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch

• DC-In: 1

• Ethernet Connection(s): 1

• HDMI Connection Output(s): 117

• Headphone Jack: 1

• Microphone Input: 1

• Modem Jack: 1

• Port Replicator Connector(s): 1 (Bottom)

• USB Port(s): 2 (2.0 compliant)

• VGA Output(s): 1

• i.LINK Connection: 1 (4pin) i.LINK connector (IEEE 1394)9

• Installed: 4GB15 PC3-8500 (2GBx2)

• Maximum: 4GB15

• Speed: 1066MHz

• Type: DDR3 SDRAM

• Bluetooth Technology: Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth Technology16

• Ethernet Protocol: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T

• Ethernet Speed: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)

• Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11)

• Wireless LAN: Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN(802.11a/b/g/n)3

• Wireless WAN: Sprint Mobile Broadband Service18

• BD-R DL Read: 2x max

• BD-R DL Write: 1x max

• BD-R Read: 2x max

• BD-R Write: 2x max

• BD-RE DL Read: 2x max

• BD-RE DL Write: 1x max

• BD-RE Read: 2x max

• BD-RE Write: 2x max

• BD-ROM Read: 2x max

• Blu-ray Disc Support: Yes5 (BD-R/BD-RE/BR-ROM/DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/RAM)

• CD Read: 24x max

• CD-R Write: 16x max

• CD-RW Write: 10x max

• DVD Read: 8x max

• DVD+R DL Write: 4x max

• DVD+R Write: 8x max

• DVD+RW Write: 4x max

• DVD-R DL Write: 4x max

• DVD-R Write: 8x max

• DVD-RAM Read: 5x max

• DVD-RAM Write: 5x max

• DVD-RW Write: 4x max

• Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS12)

• Estimated Battery Life: 2.5 to 5.5 hours11 Standard Capacity Battery

• 3.5 to 8.0 hours11 Large Capacity Battery

• Power Requirements: 100W + 10%

ENERGY STAR compliant: 4.0

• Anti-Virus and Recovery Software: Microsoft Windows Live OneCare Trial Version

• Internet Services: AOL 90-Day Risk Free Trial - New Users Only

• Operating System: Genuine Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate with SP1

• Supplied Software: Microsoft Works SE 9.0 w/ 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 200714

• The VAIO Software Experience: VAIO Startup Assistant

• Click to Disc Editor - Import, Edit, Burn

• VAIO Movie Story - Simple Movie Creation

• VAIO MusicBox - Music by Mood

• VAIO Media plus - Multimedia Streaming Software

• *Please access VAIO Help and Support from your PC for a complete list of software applications and trials.

• Dimensions (Approx.): 12.4"(W) x 1.0-1.3"(H) x 8.3"(D)

• Weight (Approx.): 3.42 lbs (with standard battery)