Sony VAIO VPC-CW13FX/R 14-Inch Red Laptop
A perfect mix of performance and style, the slim, lightweight Sony VAIO CW laptop in red (model CW13FX/R) shows off your passion for fashion while still offering impressive mobile computing power. The glossy finish is splashed across the exterior while a gradient color on the palm rest provides the laptop with a head-to-toe color coordinated impression. And everything looks better on the ultra-bright, 14-inch LED-backlit widescreen display, which features impressive color saturation and razor-sharp detail. You’ll also appreciate the 16:9 aspect ratio that helps eliminate those annoying black bars and the anti-glare coating for easier viewing in direct sunlight.
The CW Series notebook features a 14-inch widescreen display in a thin-and-light chassis.
An attractive high-gloss bezel surrounds individual keys and they’re generously spaced for comfortable typing with minimal errors (see larger image).
Instant on Web button delivers you straight to an Internet browser without ever booting up your computer into Windows.
Integrated Memory Stick and SD memory card readers (black model shown).
Straddling the line between gorgeous and practical, the CW’s keyboard makes typing a pleasure. An attractive high-gloss bezel surrounds individual keys that offer a solid feel and are generously spaced apart for comfortable typing with minimal errors–even long fingernails aren’t a problem. The CW also features fast, one-touch access to the Internet without booting up the operating system–just press the “Web” button.
It’s also great for watching movies as well as making your own using the dual-layer DVD±RW drive (with CD burning capabilities) and included Sony Movie Story software–just choose the supplied template and professional-looking cutaways, cross-fades and soundtrack syncing are automatically done for you. And with the HDMI A/V output, you can connect the VAIO to a compatible HDTV to display your creations to a larger audience.
Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you’ll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to. (Learn more about Windows 7 Home Premium below.)
It’s powered by the 2.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6600 processor, which boosts speed, reduces power requirements, and saves on battery life. It also offers a fast 800 MHz front-side bus speed and 2 MB L2 cache. It also includes a Draft-N wireless LAN, which will connect to 802.11n routers and offers compatibility with 802.11b/g networks as well. And you can use wireless headsets for video chats and stream music to compatible speakers using the embedded Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity (featuring the A2DP music streaming profile).
A built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam (with integrated microphone) lets you join in on video conferences as well as make long-distance VoIP calls. Other features include a 320 GB hard drive, 4 GB of installed RAM (8 GB maximum), dual-layer DVD±RW drive, ExpressCard 34 slot, Fast Ethernet, both Memory Stick and SD card readers, and NVIDIA GeForce G210M graphics with 256 MB of dedicated video memory (and up to 2013 MB of memory shared with the system).
This Sony notebook is Energy Star 5.0 certified, and has received a Silver EPEAT designation for meeting standards to help reduce its environmental impact. Additionally, it is RoHS-compliant, effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances.
Key Features
* Eye-catching red glossy exterior color with a gradient color on the palmrest to ensure that this PC makes a head-to-toe color coordinated impression.
* 13.3-inch XBRITE-ECO display with 1280 x 800-pixel high-def resolution (Learn more)
* Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
* Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It’s the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you’ll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process.
* Instant on Web button delivers you straight to an Internet browser without ever booting up your computer into Windows.
* 2.20 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6600 processor with 2 MB L2 cache and 800 MHz front side bus (FSB) (Learn more)
* 320 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) with G-Sensor shock protection (Learn more)
* 4 GB of installed RAM (800 MHz; expandable to 8 GB)
* NVIDIA GeForce G210M graphics with 256 MB of dedicated video RAM and up to 2013 MB of dynamically shared memory allocated by the system (Learn more)
* 8x multi-format DVD drive supports reading/writing of CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM
* MOTION EYE webcam and microphone lets you quickly snap photos and video chat with friends and family.
* Draft-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for greater speed and range
* Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones as well as enjoy wireless stereo music streaming (thanks to its embedded A2DP profile).
* Fast Ethernet
* HDMI output provides single-cable full 1080p connectivity and is complemented by an analog VGA output for standard monitors
* Intel High Definition Audio with stereo speakers and headphone output
* Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Enjoy a 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007.
* Up to 4 hours of battery life with included standard capacity battery
* Dimensions: 13.44 x 9.18 x 1.52 inches (WxDxH)
* Weight: 5.3 pounds
* Warranty: 1-year limited hardware warranty, and 1-year of toll-free telephone technical assistance (a 1-year international service plan is also available).
Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
Be ready for the next platform in wireless connectivity with an integrated Draft-N Wi-Fi chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It’s also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and Wi-Fi hotspots). It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard card slot (replacing the PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. It comes with the following external connectors:
* 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals–from digital cameras to MP3 players
* 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
* 1 HDMI output (for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable)
* Analog video output: 1 VGA
* 1 ExpressCard/34 slot
* Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO slot (Standard/Duo with MagicGate functionality)
* Secure Digital memory card slot (compatible with MMC cards)
* 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack
* 10/100 Fast Ethernet
What’s in the box
This package contains the Sony VAIO VPC-CW13FX/R laptop, standard capacity rechargeable battery, AC adapter, power cord, printed user manual
It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2009 (30-day trial); Microsoft Works SE 9.0; Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 (60-day trial); VAIO Multimedia Suite includes VAIO Care for system diagnostics and maintenance, VAIO Movie Story for video creation, and VAIO Media plus for multimedia streaming
14-Inch High-Definition Display
You’ll enjoy razor-sharp graphics and widescreen movies with the 14-inch WXGA high-definition screen, with its 1366 x 768-pixel resolution. The XBRITE technology (with LED backlighting) delivers brilliant colors and stunning clarity, and it features an anti-reflective coating to minimize reflection and ensure a beautifully clear image from any viewing angle. The LED backlighting offers lower power consumption for improved battery life and provides incredibly high brightness levels, amplifying colors and creates clear, crisp pictures that truly pop off the LCD. You’ll get amazing color saturation for deeper blacks, brighter whites, true-to-life color and razor sharp detail. It’s the ideal way to present your work or watch a DVD when you’re on the go.
Video is powered by the NVIDIA GeForce G210M graphics processor unit (GPU), which includes 256 MB of dedicated video RAM as well as up to 2013 MB of total available graphics memory shared with the system. The GeForce G210M allows you to fully enjoy the new GPU-accelerated visual capabilities and features built into Windows 7. Experience the new built-in drag-and-drop transcode feature that automatically transfers video to your portable device. The GPU consumes up to 50 percent less power compared to previous generation notebook graphics, giving you more time to surf the web, write email, or use word processing applications. Let your GPU do the work for video playback with NVIDIA PureVideo HD technology, helping extend battery life, reducing fan noise, and freeing the CPU for multitasking. It’s compatible with external monitor resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 using a VGA connection and up to 1920 x 1080 using an HDMI connector.
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