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Out of stock | | | | | | The VAIO(R) AR notebook combines the convenience and portability of a notebook with the power and performance of a desktop. Backed by Intel Centrino Duo processor technology and Intel Core 2 Duo processor, this super-powerful notebook is the ultimate desktop replacement. Featuring a full-sized keyboard, stunning 17" widescreen display and nVidia GeForce Go 8400M GT graphics card, the VAIO(R) AR notebook is a multimedia powerhouse with XBRITE-ECO LCD technology and a built-in 1.3-Megapixel camera & microphone for video chatting with family and friends. HDMI connector provides single-cable HD connectivity to a compatible HDTV or A/V receiver. 802.11n offers a massive boost in speed and considerably more range than 802.11a/b/g. Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium is easy-to-use and delivers new security and entertainment features. 200GB 4200rpm Serial ATA(TM) Hard Drive Action Buttons - S1, S2, AV Mode, Volume, Mute, Eject, Play/Pause/Stop, Wireless LAN On/Off, FF and Rewind QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch Keyboard Built-in 1.3-Megapixel Motion Eye(TM) camera and microphone One PCMCIA Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support, ExpressCard /54 Expansion Slot Fast Ethernet RJ-45 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem with RJ-11 Intel PRO/Wireless 4965AGN LAN Network Connection 802.11a/b/g/n Multimedia Card Reader - Supports optional Memory Stick, Memory Stick(R) DUO Media with MagicGate(TM) functionality and Secure Digital Media (SD) Inputs and Outputs - Ethernet Port, HDMI Connection Output, Headphone Jack, 4-pin i.LINK(R) connector IEEE 1394, Modem Jack, Microphone Input, S-Video Output, 3x USB Ports, VGA Output, DC-In and S/PDIF Output Operating System - Windows Vista Home Premium Dimensions - Width 16.4 x Height 1.32 x Depth 11.8 Weight - 8.1 pounds with standard battery | | | | | |
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| | Product Details | | Product Length: | 11.8 inches | | Product Width: | 16.4 inches | | Product Height: | 1.32 inches | | Product Weight: | 8.2 pounds | | Package Length: | 19.2 inches | | Package Width: | 14.7 inches | | Package Height: | 6.6 inches | | Package Weight: | 12.6 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 24 reviews |
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| | Features | Multimedia studio notebook with 17-inch XBRITE-ECO LCD and 1.3-megapixel webcam1.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7100 processor, 200 GB hard drive, 2 GB RAM (4 GB max), dual-layer DVD driveQuad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n); Gigabit Ethernet; Nvidia GeForce 8400M graphics (up to 895 MB of available memory)Connectivity: 3 USB, 1 FireWire, 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, 1 S-Video, 1 ExpressCard 34/54. Memory Stick/SD memory card readerPre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (with Media Center capabilities)
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 Does not support Windows 7 Oct 23, 2009
The laptop itself has no problem except for the slow performance due to Windows Vista (I have Vista home premium on mine). Therefore, I was waiting for the day when Sony would have the updated drivers and support for this Laptop. However, to my great surprise Sony put up the following message on its website on October 22nd.
"VGNAR605E The hardware configuration of this model does not meet the minimum system requirements needed to run and provide the full experience of the Windows® 7 operating system.
Windows® 7 installation is not recommended and Sony will not be providing Windows® 7 drivers for this model. "
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Other than the above message Sony does not provide any help for users who might want to upgrade.
I can understand some small time product supplier not providing support for one of its recent products, but I didn't expect this from Sony, and also as a fan of Sony products, I am greatly dissapointed. I would not recommend anybody to buy this product because you will be stuck with Windows Vista.
Unstable Oct 11, 2009
I bought this laptop in January 2008 based on the excellent customer reviews. However, this laptop has been nothing but trouble from the start. I previously had a Toshiba Satellite and switched to Vaio because I had heard so many great things about them... I will be buying another Satellite next time I purchase a laptop. The mother board was replaced in month three of having this machine after frequent contact that began two weeks after receiving it. Sony continued to make excused, give me the run-around, suggest fixes I had already tried, and were generally inept and unhelpful. They were obviously stalling until the 90-day warranty ran out. They sent someone to replace the mother board only after I threatened legal action. Since then, I continue to have problems because it also had a glaring issue with the battery, which they refused to replace. It gets VERY hot, but it wasn't listed as a model that had the 'burning' of people's skin issue, so they didn't care. Granted, I may have been unfortunate enough to just get a lemon, but the issues combined with the inept customer service has led me to the decision that this machine is not worth what I paid for it and thus, no Sony will be worth my time in the future. Toshiba always provided excellent, prompt service and seemed to genuinely care about the quality of their machines.
 Refurbished Sony VAIO is excellent! Nov 21, 2008
I purchased this Sony VAIO VGNAR630E laptop recently and have found no problems with it. It runs remarkably fast and has a beautiful display. It is definitely a desktop replacement given it's size, but nonetheless it's still transportable. Overall, so far, it works great and I am happy with my purchase.
The best laptop I've ever had Jul 11, 2008
Awesome laptop! As soon as I took it out of the box, I was shocked at how beautiful it is. The screen is very bright, and everything about it is great! I definitely reccomend!
sony vaio laptop Jul 06, 2008
The Sony Vaio rebuilt laptop I purchased is just the best!! Has all kinds of great features. Great Buy and I'm glad I did it.
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