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Sony VAIO VGN-FW140E/H 16.4" Widescreen Laptop

Model #: SON   VGNFW140EH
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• Intel Core 2 Duo P8400
• Built-in wireless 802.11abgn
• Burns DVDs and CDs
• 250GB hard drive
• 3GB of DDR2 memory
• Built-in webcam
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Product description

Sony VAIO VGN-FW140E/H 16.4" Widescreen Laptop

Features

Mid-size laptop: The Sony VAIO VGN-FW140E/H is a mid-size laptop, with above-average processing power and everything most people need for basic computing, entertainment and online communication. This model features a powerful dual-core processor as well as premium features such as a DVD and CD burner, built-in webcam and Windows Vista Home Premium.

Dual core/64-bit processing: The 2.26GHz Core 2 Duo P8400 has two processing engines that work in tandem, providing much more power than standard 2.26GHz processors. This processor is built on a 64-bit architecture, and is capable of handling twice as much information as standard 32-bit processors. Intel Centrino 2 technology enhances mobile performance and extends battery life.

  • This laptop features 3GB of advanced DDR2 system memory—enough for the most demanding users, gamers and multimedia professionals.

  • Data travels along the frontside bus. The faster the data travels, the faster everything works. This laptop features a 1066MHz frontside bus.

  • L2 caches keep data neat, organized, and nearby so processors can retrieve it quickly. This 3MB L2 cache is very large, providing a potentially significant boost in performance.

Hard drive: This hard drive features a 250GB capacity—more than enough storage space for the average user. This drive’s data disks spin at 5400rpm. The faster they spin, the faster the data is read and written.

Blazing-fast wireless N: Built-in 802.11abgn wireless LAN lets you take advantage of the speed of the latest and fastest networks, as well as networks using the most popular standards.

Built-in Bluetooth: Enjoy easy communication with PDAs and other Bluetooth-enabled devices.

DVD SuperMulti drive: Use this drive to burn DVDs and CDs to share your files, music mixes or home movies. You can even burn DVD-RAM discs—specially-formatted discs that let you drag and drop, or write and rewrite your files up to 100,000 times.

Widescreen display: This laptop features a 16.4" widescreen display with 1600 x 900 pixel resolution.

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit) with SP1: Windows Vista Home Premium is the operating system for homes with advanced computer needs. And Vista Premium features the elegant new Aero interface. You’ll be able to use your notebook more effectively and enjoy new entertainment experiences—all with the benefit of added security and reliability.

Audio/video: This laptop features Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4700MHD. This is perfect for everyday activities like casual movie watching or gaming. Dolby Sound Room Audio gives your movies, videos and games a realistic soundtrack.

Media card reader: Seamlessly transfer images from your digital camera or camcorder. This 5-in-1 reader is compatible with Secure Digital, xD, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and MultiMedia Card.

ExpressCard /34 slot: This notebook supports ExpressCard, an emerging standard in smaller, faster PC card solutions. This slot is compatible with ExpressCard /34—use it to add memory, graphics upgrades, security devices and more.

Get connected: One FireWire, one VGA and three USB ports let you connect to TVs, cameras, peripherals and more. And HDMI output lets you send audio and video through one wire to your HD TV or projector.

Built-in webcam/mic: Video chatting face-to-face is easy with the built-in 1.3-megapixel MOTION EYE camera and microphone.

Software bundle:
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1, Works SE 9.0, and Office 2007 Student and Teacher Edition (60-day trial)
Click to Disc Editor DVD Creation
VAIO Movie Story Movie Creation
VAIO Music Box Playalist Creation
VAIO Media plus Multimedia Server software
Microsoft Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version
AOL (90-day trail)

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Manufacturer's description

Sony VAIO VGN-FW140E/H 16.4" Widescreen Laptop

Inspired by theater screens. Born from Sony® HD technology.

POWERFUL PC PERFORMANCE

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P8400 processor (2.26GHz ) with Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology — the latest chipset from Intel®.

The VAIO® FW notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium with Service Pack 1.

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

INSPIRED BY THEATER SCREENS. BORN FROM SONY® HD TECHNOLOGY.

Fall in love with your favorite movies all over again with an extra-wide, theater inspired 16.4" display (1600x900 resolution) using the energy efficient XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology.

The 16:9 aspect ratio ensures that you won’t miss an inch of the original picture from your favorite movie while also providing valuable extra workspace. Compare two documents or websites side-by-side without the hassle of having to tab back and forth.

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).

ENDLESS FEATURES

Store you favorite multimedia, important documents, and cherished family photos on the roomy 250GB Serial ATA hard drive.

The VAIO® FW notebook, designed with dedicated AV Controls, makes navigating through your favorite multimedia quick and easy.

Whether it’s for YouTube™, a class project or for sharing with friends and family, editing digital video captured by your Sony® Handycam® is quick and easy with VAIO® Movie Story software. You choose the supplied template and professional-looking cutaways, cross-fades and soundtrack syncing are automatically done for you.

Stay connected to colleagues, friends and family with real-time video conferencing using the integrated MOTION EYE® camera and microphone.

Broaden you entertainment horizons with the VAIO® FW notebook featuring an extra-wide 16.4" XBRITE-ECO™ LCD display. Great for watching widescreen movies or viewing two websites side-by-side, this entertainment powerhouse is inspired by theater screens, born from Sony® HD expertise and powered by Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology.

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Specifications

Sony VAIO VGN-FW140E/H 16.4" Widescreen Laptop

Processor

Processor brand ? Intel®
Processor type ? Core 2 Duo
Processor speed ? 2.26GHz
Bus speed ? 1066MHz
Level 2 cache 3MB

Memory

RAM 3GB
RAM expandable to: 4GB
Memory type (RAM) 800MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-6400)
Expansion slots 2
Available expansion slots 0

Storage/Drives

Hard drive speed 5400RPM
Hard drive size ? 250GB
Burns DVDs Yes

Graphics and sound

Screen size (diagonal) ? 16.4"
Maximum screen resolution 1600 x 900
Video memory Info unavailable

Ports

TV tuner ? No
Express card Yes
S-video out No
Media card slot Yes
VGA Yes
USB 2.0 ? 3
Firewire ? 1
Infrared port ? No
PC card Yes

Internet/networking

Dial-up modem Included
Ethernet Yes
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth Yes
Built-in webcam Yes

General features

Operating system Windows® Vista Home Premium
Fingerprint reader No
UPC 027242745353
Manufacturer's part number VGNFW140EH

Dimensions

Height 10.3 inches
Width 15.1 inches
Depth 1.5 inches
Weight 6.4 lbs.

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Customer ratings and reviews

Sony VAIO VGN-FW140E/H 16.4" Widescreen Laptop

Average customer ratings
Based on 19 ratings

Display
4.6
Performance
4.7
Battery life
4.2
Cost-Benefit
4.5
Overall rating
4.5

Most helpful review (based on customer feedback)

Display
5
Performance
5
Battery life
5
Cost-Benefit
5
Overall rating
5.0

Performance cannot be touched for the price!!!
Review posted on Sep 10, 2008
24 out of 30 found this review helpful

I don't have a lot of time for a comprehensive review, but I've owned 6 laptops over the past 3 years and this is far and away the top performer. Fantastic display, control, and power.

Strongly recommended.

Recent reviews

Display
2
Performance
5
Battery life
4
Cost-Benefit
3
Overall rating
3.5

Loved Sony but the LCS :(
Reviewer: Tuba from Boston on Oct 24, 2008
5 out of 7 found this review helpful

I used to have a Sony laptop for 3 years now and it worked perfectly so I decided to buy a Sony again.
It just arrived today and I was very excited to see my new laptop after 3 years. I was really perfect till I saw a dead pixel two inches down the webcam. Called support and they said that it happens with the LCD screens and I can go ahead and use it like this or if I get more trouble later I can send it in and they will replace the LCD but he can not grantee that the new LCD will not have dead pixels.
Iam disappointed with the purchase as this was not a cheap laptop compared to my wife's HP which was only 650 but had no issues and dead pixels.

Will keep for now but most probably will send back. Too bad I can not just return to the vendor as there is a15% restocking fee.. although I am thinking about it

Sorry Sony, I dont need a FULL HD but I need a clean screen would be good if you test better your quality.

Also pls note that people are usally write reivews only when they have some negative issue but for me if something is expensive compared to competitors it better be worth the money.

Display
5
Performance
5
Battery life
4
Cost-Benefit
5
Overall rating
4.8

Great unit.
Reviewer: Lebeau from Clayton, CA on Oct 4, 2008
3 out of 6 found this review helpful

Nice looking and very functional keys. I must admit it is a little on the large size, but makes it up on the weight. The volume control is limited, but the overall performance it great. This is my first Sony laptop and so far (after 3 days) I would recommend this unit to anyone.

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• Standard Lithium-ion battery
• AC adapter
• Power cord

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Parts 12 months
Labor 12 months

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