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Sony launches VAIO X Series Netbook based on Atom Z550 and Z540 processors
Bluetooth 8 Oct 2009

 

Introduction

 

Introduction

Sony’s Thinnest and Lightest VAIO Takes Performance And Design To The Extreme

Sony’s new VAIO X Series features extremely thin and light chassis, long-lasting battery life, and smooth performance

Revolutionising the mobile PC category once more, Sony Singapore unveiled the VAIO X Series today. Featuring an unbelievably light and thin chassis, long-lasting battery life, together with wireless connection and reliability, it is the definitive notebook for business professionals on the go.

“Often we hear consumers lamenting about the short battery life, heavy weight, and large size of their notebooks,” said Mr. Takeo Kobayashi, Managing Director of Sony Singapore. “With the introduction of the VAIO X Series, Sony offers an extremely light, thin, long-lasting battery stamina, and 3G proposition, to provide consumers with a more comfortable and convenient computing experience wherever they go.” 

Extreme design

Weighing a mere 655 gram, the VAIO X Series is the lightest VAIO notebook designed among notebook PCs with screen size of 10” or above. Approximately the width of a mobile phone measuring just 13.9 mm from all angles, the VAIO is made to be breathtakingly thin, maximising user comfort when it is being carried around. On top of that, users who enjoy working on the notebook an entire day without recharging will be pleased with the introduction of the VAIO X Series’ 8-cell battery option, which allows the notebook to last up to 16 hours of consecutive usage.

Agility on the go

Boasting true mobility with the latest wireless connection, VAIO X Series is the brand’s first 3G notebook model, equipped with WWAN for users to stay connected to high-speed Internet while on the go. Enhancing user experience, the VAIO features high quality 11.1”-wide, 1366 x 768 pixel resolution, LED-backlit display, comfortable typing 17 mm pitch isolation keyboard, and convenient multi-finger gesture touch pad for easy flick and zoom navigation. Furthermore, various interface such as VGA and LAN port and built-in webcam are integrated to increase usability in various business contexts.

Combining the latest Intel® Atom™ Processor Z550 (2 GHz) (VPCX118LG), solid state drive, and Windows® 7 OS, the VAIO X provides exceptional performance for business users on the go.

Defined quality

Built to last, years of advanced technology research and development underscore the superb reliability of the new VAIO. The groove running along the outer edge of the VAIO X’s LCD and palmrest also known as the Rigid Arc structure, is not just a design element but a carefully structured detail to minimise distortion from external pressures. In addition, the housing of the VAIO is made out of carbon, and the palmrest is moulded out of a one-piece aluminium plate to further increase the notebook’s toughness. Through intensive durability tests such as the 150 kgf pressure-vibration test, the VAIO is thoroughly tested for quality assurance and ready to perform in active real-life situations.

Video demonstration of the labs test to ensure quality

Available in limited edition Gold and Black colours, the VAIO X will be the perfect complement to stylish, connected individuals. Placing emphasis on the premium branding, a new rose gold VAIO logo is exclusively imprinted onto the limited edition Gold version. Finishing the luxurious touch are optional accessories for the VAIO X Series that include a plush, genuine leather case and a stylish new wireless mouse in black.

The VAIO X Series will be available in Singapore from end October 2009.

Pictures on next page.

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 Specification Sheet for VAIO X Series

Series

VAIO X Series

VAIO X Series

VAIO X Series

Model

VPCX118LG/B

VPCX115LG/N

VPCX113KG/B

Processor

Intel® Atom™ Processor Z550
(2 GHz, HT Technology supported)

Intel® Atom™ Processor Z540
(1.86 GHz, HT Technology supported)

Operating System

Operating System

Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 32-bit
(English Version)

Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 32-bit
(English Version)

Language Pack

Language Pack: Hong Kong Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Thai

Chipset

Intel® System Controller Hub US15W Chipset

Main Memory

Pre-installed/Max

2 GB DDR2 SDRAM  (on board)

Flash Memory

128 GB (Serial ATA)

64 GB (PATA)

Graphics Accelerator

Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 500

Display

11.1" wide (WXGA: 1366 x 768) TFT colour display  (VAIO Display Premium, LED backlight)

Interfaces

USB

High Speed USB 2.0 x 2

Network (RJ-45) Connector

10Base-T/100Base-TX / 1000Base-T x 1

Display Output Connector

Analogue RGB, mini D-sub 15 pin x 1

Memory Stick Slot

Memory Stick Duo (PRO-HG compatible, MagicGate function)

SD Memory Card Slot

SD Memory Card (SDHC compatible, Copyright protection function (CPRM) )

Wireless Connection

Wireless WAN

Wireless WAN (HSDPA/HSUPA, UMTS, EDGE, GPRS)

Wireless LAN

Integrated Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b/g/Draft n
・Data rate: maximum 11Mbps (802.11b)/54 Mbps (802.11g)/150 Mbps (Draft 802.11n)
・Frequency: 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/Draft n)

Bluetooth

Bluetooth standard Ver. 2.1+EDR

Camera

Effective pixels: 640x 480

Battery Life

Bundled Battery

VGP-BPL19 Lithium-ion battery: up to 6.5 hours of use

VGP-BPL19 Lithium-ion battery: up to 7.5 hours of use

VGP-BPS19 Lithium-ion battery: up to 3.5 hours of use

Optional Battery

VGP-BPX19 Lithium-ion battery: up to 14 hours of use

VGP-BPX19 Lithium-ion battery: up to 16 hours of use

VGP-BPL19 Lithium-ion battery: up to 7.5 hours of use
VGP-BPX19 Lithium-ion battery: up to 16 hours of use

Dimensions (W x H x D) (approx.)

278 x 13.9 x 185 mm

Weight (approx.)

780 g (including the supplied battery)

745 g (including the supplied battery)

655 g (including the supplied battery)

Supplied Accessories

AC Adaptor (VGP-AC10V5) ・ Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPL19) ・
Windows® XP Professional Install Disc ・
Cleaning cloth

AC Adaptor (VGP-AC10V5) ・ Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS19) ・Cleaning cloth



 

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