
It's powered by the 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, which offers a 20 percent performance boost over its predecessor while using 28 percent less power--so you get the benefit of a powerful dual-core PC plus all the benefits of mobility. It also offers the revolutionary Hybrid Graphics System lets toggle between internal & external graphics chips, enabling you 2 choose lighter battery consumption or better performance depending on the situation. The integrated quad-mode 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless LAN enables wireless connectivity on the fly, while the Bluetooth connectivity makes it easy 2 wirelessly transfer files 2 peripherals or chat via a headset. Other features include a 120 GB Serial ATA hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM (maxing out capacity), long battery life (up 2 4 hours with included standard battery), both ExpressCard/34 & PCMCIA slots, & a multi-format memory card reader. It's preloaded with Microsoft Windows XP Professional as well as Norton 360 All-In-One Security with 60 days of Live Update.
The Basics
The Intel Core 2 Duo processor has two computational execution cores in a single processor, providing greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized 4 multitasking & is ready 2 support the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. Some of the advanced Intel innovations of the Core 2 Duo processor include:
The G-Sensor Shock Protection feature makes your data even less vulnerable 2 loss or damage. When the built-in 3-D acceleration sensor detects a risky movement like being dropped, the HDD-head will lock up 2 secure its position & protect the disc from scratching. An intelligent algorithm, unique 2 VAIO PCs, judges whether or not a movement is risky, activating disk drive protection only when your hardware is at risk.
The Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS graphics card provides unmatched HD video performance on a notebook PC. With support 4 Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0 & High Dynamic-Range Lighting (HDR), the 8400M lets you rip through all of today's most advanced & cutting-edge games & applications.
The Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 provides Windows Vista Aero interface support & enhanced 3-D graphics performance--delivering over 2x scores on 3-DMark 06. Intel Clear Video Technology provides outstanding video playback with sharper image quality, increased clarity, & customizable color controls. It also enables enhanced visual quality of interlaced content on progressive displays.
Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
Be ready 4 the next platform in wireless connectivity with the integrated quad-mode Intel Wireless 4965AGN Wi-Fi chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up 2 five times the performance & twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers & Wi-Fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great 4 closed office environments). You also get super-fast wired connectivity via the Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000).
With the Bluetooth connectivity, you can communicate & synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs & cell phones. This notebook also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 34 card slot (in addition 2 a standard PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, & lighter expansion cards 4 even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, & security features. Here's the full list of connectivity options:
Operating System
This system comes with the Windows XP Professional Edition (which includes Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up & recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, & other enhanced business features) with Service Pack 2 featuring Advanced Security Technologies, which helps 2 reduce unwanted downloads & pop-ups while surfing the Web.
Preloaded Software
Includes Sony Click 2 DVD (for easy DVD creation), Microsoft Office 2007 (60-day trial), Symantec Norton 360 All-In-One Security (with 60 days of Live Update).
Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 12.5 by 1.5 by 9.3 inches (WxHxD) & weighs approximately 4.2 pounds with the standard battery (included).
Power
It's powered by the VGP-BPS9A/B rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of between 2.5 & 4 hours (depending on usage).
What's in the Box
This package contains the VGN-SZ645P2 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, memory card adapter (VGP-MCA20), AC adapter, & operating instructions. It is backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty, & Sony offers 1-year of toll-free telephone technical assistance.