Sony VAIO VGN-Z750D/B 13.1-Inch Laptop – Black
Category Shopping | Tuesday, December 8th, 2009
Built tough for business, the Sony VAIO VGN-Z750D/B blends easy portability with high-performance computing. Weighing just 3.3 pounds, this Z-series notebook offers a 13.1-inch screen featuring scratch-resistant XBRITE-DuraView LCD and a 320 GB hard drive with Sony’s G-Sensor Shock Protection technology (and a 7200 RPM speed). A multi-layer carbon-fiber casing covers the LCD panel and bottom of the chassis to help protect against knocks and bumps, and a seamless aluminum keyboard panel adds structural rigidity to help keep internal components protected. And with up to 6 hours of standard battery life, it has the stamina to power you through your most demanding applications.
The Sony VAIO Z laptop encased in durable carbon fiber and featuring scratch-resistant XBRITE-DuraView LCD technology. |
The spacious keyboard provides a comfortable touch and feel when typing (see larger image). |
Switch graphics from performance to battery conservation without having to reboot. |
A biometric fingerprint reader integrated into the touchpad. |
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This VAIO Z notebook also features Sony’s Hybrid Graphics System, which lets you toggle between internal Intel GMA 4500MHD and external NVIDIA GeForce 9300M graphics chips, enabling you to choose lighter battery consumption or better performance depending on the situation.
It’s powered by the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processor–with Centrino 2 technology–which boosts speed, reduces power requirements, and saves on battery life. The 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8800 includes a quick 1066 MHz front-side bus and 3 MB of L2 cache, providing an optimized, multithreaded architecture for improved multimedia and multitasking performance. It also includes Intel’s 5100AGN wireless LAN, which will connect to draft 802.11n routers and offers compatibility with 802.11a/b/g networks as well. And you can use wireless headsets for video chats and stream music to compatible speakers using the embedded Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity (featuring the A2DP music streaming profile).
Other features include 4 GB of installed RAM (expandable to 8 GB), dual-layer DVD±RW drive (which also burns CDs), Draft-N Wi-Fi networking, Gigabit Ethernet, ExpressCard 34 slot, both Memory Stick and SD card readers, and pre-installed Windows Vista Business with SP1 (available XP Pro downgrade on Windows Vista Business only).
Key Features
- 13.1-inch XBRITE-ECO display with 1600 x 900-pixel high-def resolution (Learn more)
- 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8800 processor with Centrino 2 featuring a 3 MB L2 cache and 1066 MHz front side bus (FSB) (Learn more)
- 320 GB Serial ATA hard drive (7200 RPM) with G-Sensor shock protection (Learn more)
- 4 GB of installed RAM (800 MHz; expandable to 8 GB)
- Hybrid graphics system lets you set graphics performance on the fly without rebooting. Toggle between an internal Mobile Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics chip for optimal power consumption and an external NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GS graphics chip for more robust performance. (Learn more)
- 8x multi-format DVD drive supports reading/writing of CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM
- MOTION EYE webcam and microphone lets you quickly snap photos and video chat with friends and family.
- Draft-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for greater speed and range
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones as well as enjoy wireless stereo music streaming (thanks to its embedded A2DP profile).
- Intel High Definition Audio with stereo speakers and headphone output
- Biometric fingerprint reader ensures your data is protected from unauthorized use. It also stores passwords to secure web sites you visit, so authentication and access are quick and easy–you only need your fingerprint. (Learn more)
- Microsoft Windows Vista Business (64-bit) with Windows XP Professional downgrade (Learn more)
- Up to 6 hours of battery life with included standard capacity battery
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 8.3 x 1.3 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 3.3 pounds
- Warranty: 1-year limited hardware warranty, and 1-year of toll-free telephone technical assistance (a 1-year international service plan is also available).