Summary: 13.3″ LED back light display, Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn, Replaces SZ6 Line
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Last Updated: July 10, 2008
Product Name: Sony VAIO VGN-SZ7 Series – SZ750N, SZ760N, SZ770N, SZ791N
Official Page: SonyStyle.com
Manufacturer: Sony
Announced: Leaked December 2007
Available: January/February 2008
Status: In production/being sold as of January 2008
Price: See Models Below
Markets: Worldwide, professional
Models:
VGN-SZ750N/C : ($1,599.99 at Amazon $300 – 16% off), Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 (2.1GHz), 2GB Memory, 250GB HDD, Windows Vista Business
VGN-SZ760N/C : ($1,749.00 at Amazon $200.99 – 10% off), Intel Core 2 Duo T8300 (2.4GHz), 2GB Memory, 250GB HDD, Windows Vista Business
VGN-SZ770N/C : ($1,999.00 at Amazon $250.99 – 11% off), Intel Core 2 Duo T9300 (2.5GHz), 3GB Memory, 250GB HDD, Windows Vista Business
VGN-SZ791N/X : ($2,249.00 at Amazon $250.99 – 10% off), Intel Core 2 Duo T9300 (2.5GHz), 4GB Memory, 250GB HDD, Windows Vista Business
Configure to Order Models (CTO):
– SZ740 – Starts at $1429 – Options vary – see CPU, Hard Drive, and Operating Systems below
– SZ780 – Starts at $1541 – Options vary – see CPU, Hard Drive, and Operating Systems below
Note: SZ740 Offers an Intel Core 2 Duo Merom-2M CPU (hence the lower starting price)
Related Laptops:
– Replaced by the Sony VGN-Z Series
– VGN-SZ71WN/C replaced by Z11WN/B
– VGN-SZ71VN/X replaced by Z11VN/B
– VGN-SZ71MN/B replaced by Z11MN/B.G4
– Replaces Sony SZ6 Series
Features:
– Integrated webcam
– Carbon Fiber Case
– One of the first “Penryn” ultraportables
– “G-Sensor” Shock Protection to protect hard drive
– “Hybrid Graphics System” – you can toggle between NVidia GeForce Go 8400M and Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
– “Action Buttons” including Wireless on/off, Stamina/speed, Hybrid Graphics
– XBRITE LCD Technology – White LED back light
– Choice of black or silver keyboards on some models
Manufacturer’s Description:
Step up to the next level of portable computing in a lightweight, carbon-fiber casing. This slim VAIO® SZ Notebook delivers a remarkable combination of smart mobile design, super-fast performance and contemporary style. With wireless WAN, 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN and Bluetooth® connectivity plus an ultra-crisp 13.3″ widescreen display, long battery life and an Intel® Coreâ„¢ 2 Duo processor, you’ve got the power to do more in less time. Control efficiency and output with the innovative Hybrid Graphics System, while integrated security features keep your data secure. For your burning needs, an integrated DVD+R Double Layer/DVD±RW/-RAM drive is included to make data storage easy. A built-in camera and microphone make real-time video conferencing a breeze so you can always stay in touch.
Specifications:
CPU:
– Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn T9300 (2.5GHz, 6MB L2): SZ791N/X, SZ770N/C, SZ780 (CTO), SZ740 (CTO)
– Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn T9500 (2.6GHz, 6MB L2): SZ780 (CTO), SZ740 (CTO)
– Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn T8100 (2.1GHz, 3MB L2): SZ750N/C, SZ780 (CTO), SZ740 (CTO)
– Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn T8300 (2.4GHz, 3MB L2): SZ780 (CTO), SZ740 (CTO)
– Intel Core 2 Duo Merom-2M T7250 (2GHz, 2MB L2): SZ740 (CTO)
Chipset:Mobile Intel® GM965 Express Chipset
Front-side Bus: 800MHz
Memory: DDR2 SDRAM PC2-5300 667MHz
Memory Capacity: 2GB – 4GB (2 slots)
Graphics/Display:
Display: 13.3″ with XBRITE LCD Technology – White LED back light
Resolution: WXGA 1280×800
Touchscreen: No
Widescreen: Yes
Graphics Chipset: “Hybrid Graphics System” – you can toggle between NVidia GeForce Go 8400M and Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
Graphics Memory: 64MB Dedicated, Up to 1348 MB Shared (NVidia) or up to 358MB Shared (Intel GMA)
Other: VGA Out
Storage:
Hard Drive: Serial ATA (SATA) 250GB (5400rpm) – on Configure to Order Models: (5400rpm) 120GB, 160GB, 200GB, 250GB (7200rpm) 200GB
Optical: Dual-Layer DVD Writer
Other: “G-Sensor” Shock Protection to protect hard drive
Connectivity:
Wireless: 802.11a/b/g/n (Sony’s “SmartWi”) – Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965AGN
Modem: V.92/V.90
Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Gigabet Ethernet
Bluetooth: Yes
Mobile Broadband: Ready for Sprint Broadband WWAN
Input/Output:
Audio Chipset: Sony® Sound Reality – Audio Enhancer
Speakers/Microphone: Integrated Microphone
Audio I/O: Headphone out, Microphone in
USB: 2x USB 2.0
Firewire: 1x 4-pin i.LINK/IEEE 1394
PC Card: 1x ExpressCard/34, PCMCIA Type I/II with CardBus
Flash/Memory Card Reader: Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Duo/MagicGate, Memory Stick PRO, Secure Digital (SD), xD-Picture Card, MultiMedia Card (MMC)
Other: Webcam (“MOTION EYE”), Touch pad, Port replicator connection,
Security:
Biometric/Fingerprint: Fingerprint (SZ791N, SZ770N, SZ750N)
Other: TPM TCG Ver 1.2
Software & Warranty:
Operating System: Microsoft Windows Vista Business (SZ791N/X, SZ770N/C, SZ750N/C, SZ780, SZ740), Windows Vista Home Premium (SZ780, SZ740), Vista Ultimate (SZ780)
Other Software: Microsoft® Works SE 9.0, Click to Disc®, LocationFree® Player, Other (see Sony for details)
Warranty: 1 year limited warranty, 1 year 24/7 toll-free telephone help
Drivers: eSupport.Sony.com
Battery:
Options: Lithium-Ion (large capacity battery available on some models)
Battery Life: Mfr: 3 to 6 hours on standard battery
Dimensions:
Width: 12.5 inches
Depth: 9.3 inches
Height: 1.0 – 1.5 inches
Weight: 4 pounds
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