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VPCZ23Z9E
The Ultimate
Power to the limit anywhere with 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor and Full HD screen
This product is a previous model, however it may still be available to buy.
- Luxuriously designed for absolute mobility in carbon fibre
- Connect to the Power Media Dock for fast graphics, Blu-ray and interfaces
- Runs for up to 16 hours with optional Sheet Battery
- Speed up with Fast Boot and super fast 256GB flash RAID drive
- Stay in touch with VAIO everywair 3G and HD Web Camera
Technical SpecificationsVPCZ23Z9E
Please note our accessories are model specific and specifications may differ from country to country.
Operating System
|
Operating System |
Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 64bit with Service Pack 1 |
Architecture
|
Platform |
2nd generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor |
|
Chipset |
Intel® HM67 Express Chipset |
CPU
|
Processor Name |
Intel® Core™ i7-2640M Processor |
|
Power and Performance |
With Intel® Turbo Boost Technology |
|
Processor Speed (GHz) |
2.80 with Turbo Boost up to 3.50 |
|
L3 Cache (MB) |
4 |
|
Number of Cores |
2 |
Colour
|
Cover colour |
Black |
Memory
|
Memory Size (GB) |
8 |
|
Memory Composition |
4 GB (Custom Module) x 2 |
|
Memory Speed (MHz) |
1333 |
|
Memory Specification |
DDR3 SDRAM |
|
Max. Supported Memory (GB) |
8 |
|
Memory Upgrade Disclaimer |
As Memory modules are customised and unique on each Z Series model, please be aware that post-purchase Memory upgrades are not possible. |
Drives
|
Hard Drive Type |
Flash SSD |
|
RAID |
RAID 0 |
|
Hard Drive Capacity (GB) |
256 |
|
Hard Drive Speed (rpm) |
- |
|
Optical Drive Type |
- |
|
Read |
- |
|
Write |
- |
Screen
|
Screen Type |
VAIO Display Premium |
|
Diagonal Size (cm) |
33.2 |
|
Diagonal Size (in) |
13.1 |
|
Resolution Name |
Full HD |
|
Aspect Ratio |
Wide (16:9) |
|
Resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
|
Max Resolution External Display |
1920 x 1200 |
Graphics
|
Graphic Card Name |
Intel® HD Graphics 3000 |
|
Video RAM memory size |
- |
|
Total Graphics Memory |
- |
|
Comments |
- |
Interfaces
|
USB Port(s) |
USB 2.0 (Type A Connector) x1 |
|
i.Link 4-pin (IEEE1394) |
No |
|
Docking Station Interface |
Yes |
|
Memory Stick™ Slot(s) |
Memory Stick Duo slot x 1, SD memory card slot x 1 |
|
Memory Stick™ Function(s) |
Memory Stick PRO-HG compatible, MagicGate function (MagicGate is not supported for 256 MB or less capacity media. ) |
|
Headphone Jack |
Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 |
|
Optical Audio Out (SPDIF) |
No |
|
HDMI Output |
YES |
|
SD Card Slot |
SDHC, SDXC compatible, UHS (SDR50) supported , Copyright protection function (CPRM) |
|
HDMI Output |
Yes |
|
Video (Composite) Input |
No |
|
Video (Composite) Output |
No |
|
VGA Output |
Mini D-Sub 15 pin x 1 |
|
e-SATA |
No |
|
Express Card Slot |
- |
Network Connectivity
|
Ethernet (RJ-45 Direct Port) |
YES |
|
Ethernet Type |
1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 1 |
|
Wireless LAN |
Yes |
|
Wireless LAN Type |
802.11 a/b/g/n |
|
Wireless LAN Max. Date Rate (Mbps) |
300 (RX) / 300 (TX) |
|
Built-in WWAN |
YES |
|
WWAN Module |
Yes |
|
WWAN Download/Upload speeds |
- |
|
Bluetooth |
Yes |
|
Bluetooth Version |
Bluetooth® standard Ver. 3.0 + HS |
|
Bluetooth Range (m) |
max. 10 |
|
Bluetooth Max. Data Rate (Mbps) |
24 |
Security
|
Security Chip |
Yes |
|
Fingerprint Sensor |
Yes |
|
HDD Shock Protection |
No |
Audio
|
Built-in Speakers |
Internal, Stereo speakers |
|
Built-in Microphone |
Internal, Monaural microphone |
|
Dolby Codec |
Dolby® Home Theater® v4 |
|
S-Force Front Surround 3D |
No |
Built-in Camera
|
Specification |
HD web camera powered by "Exmor" |
|
Effective Pixels |
1280 x 1024 |
|
Image Sensor (Mega Pixels) |
1.31 |
Keyboard
|
Stroke (mm) |
1.0 |
|
Key Pitch (mm) |
19.05 |
|
Touch Pad |
Yes (Gesture supported) |
|
BackLit |
Yes |
Other Features
|
Housing Material |
- |
|
Instant On |
Quick Web Access |
|
Special Buttons |
WEB Button, VAIO Button, Assist Button, Wireless switch |
|
Auto Luminance Control |
Yes |
Software
|
Solution Portal |
VAIO Gate |
|
Support |
VAIO Care |
|
Utilities |
VAIO Transfer Support, VAIO Update, VAIO Smart network |
|
Office Application |
Office 2010 preloaded – buy Office 2010 product key for full activation, Windows Live Essentials 2011, Adobe® Acrobat® X, Adobe® Reader® 10 |
|
Security & Backup |
McAfee Internet Security 30 day subscription, McAfee Online Backup 30 day subscription |
|
Internet |
Internet Explorer® 9 |
Supplied Accesories
|
AC Adapter |
VGP-AC19V49 |
|
Power Cord |
Yes |
|
Documentation Pack |
Yes |
|
VAIO International Repair Service Guide |
Yes |
|
3D Active Shutter Glasses |
No |
|
Bundled Port Replicator/Docking Station |
Yes |
Dimensions
|
Depth Main Unit (mm) |
210 |
|
Height Main Unit (mm) |
16.65 |
|
Width Main Unit (mm) |
330 |
|
Weight with Supplied Battery (Kg) |
1.190 |
Primary Battery
|
Model Name |
VGP-BPS27/B |
|
Battery Type |
Lithium polymer battery |
|
Weight (g) |
320 |
|
Battery Life Time (hours) |
7 |
|
Battery Charging time (hours) |
2.5 |
|
Battery Life Disclaimer |
Actual battery life will vary depending on your specific hardware and software configurations. Benchmark: MobileMark 2007 |
Sheet Battery (Optional)
|
Model Name |
VGP-BPSC27 |
|
Battery Life time (hours) |
14 |
|
Battery Charging time (hours) |
- |
|
Battery Life Disclaimer |
Actual battery life will vary depending on your specific hardware and software configurations. Benchmark: MobileMark 2007 |
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