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Sony Vaio CR19XN/B |
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02.02.08 (128 review reads) |
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Advantages: Click & Play Also Many Other Features
Disadvantages: None
I've used the Sony VAIO CR19XN/B laptop and can say it is much more than just a stylish and great looking laptop. This model is part of the CR series of laptops from Sony's exciting VAIO range. The range focuses on entertainment and multi media while on the move.
The VAIO CR is amazingly light and small taking into account the amount of technology is in this machine. The executive design of the laptop is sure to get you noticed. It's also very functional and compact with a nice 14.1 inch TFT screen.
The heart of the VAIO CR is the 1.8GHz Intel Centrino Core Duo Processor. It has a 100GB HD for storage and 1GB of main memory. It includes Genuine Windows Vista, built in microphone, Bluetooth and 1.3 mega pixel camera.
The Sony VAIO CR introduces a click & play feature which lets you play your DVD's and access your stored media displayed on screen with 1 click. The click & play function is embedded into the laptop which simply means you don't need to power up the O/S in order to access your data. So you can share your data or listen to music instantly without the wait.
Below is a full list of features and technical details of the Sony VAIO CR19XN/B laptop:
Operating System
- Genuine Windows Vista Business
Architecture
- Platform Intel Centrino Duo processor technology
- Chipset Mobile Intel GM965 Express Chipset
CPU Section
- Microprocessor Full Name Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7100, Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
Microprocessor Manufacturer Intel
Microprocessor Speed (GHz) 1.8
L2 Cache (KB) 2048 Advanced Smart Cache
Frontside Bus (MHz) 800
Number of Cores 2
Memory
- Memory Speed (MHz) 667
- Memory Type DDR2 SDRAM (2x512MB)
- Max. Memory (MB) 2048
- Memory Size (MB) 1024
Drives
- Optical Drive Type DVD+-RW/+-R DL/RAM
- Hard Drive Capacity (GB) 100
- Hard Drive Speed (rpm) 5400
- Optical Drive Fitting Built-in
- Hard Drive Type Serial ATA
- Drives Speed
- Write CD-R x24, CD-RW x16, DVD-R DL x4, DVD-R x8, DVD-RW x6, DVD+R DL x4, DVD+R x8, DVD+RW x8 , DVD-RAM x5
- Read CD x24, CD-R x24, CD-RW x24, DVD x8, DVD-R DL x6, DVD-R x8, DVD-RW x6, DVD+R DL x6, DVD+R x8, DVD+RW x8, DVD-RAM x5
Display
- Display Type X-black LCD
- Diagonal Size (in) 14.1
- Resolution Format 1280 x 800
- Resolution Type WXGA
Graphics
Graphic Card Full Name Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
Producer Intel
Comments Total Available Graphics Memory of 251MB
Interfaces
- 4 Pin i.LINK (IEEE1394), 400 Mbps 1
- DC in 1
- Memory Stick Slot 1
- Memory Stick Slot Type Memory Stick Std / Duo, Memory Stick PRO Std / Duo, high speed data transfer
- Microphone Jack 1
- RJ-11 Direct Port (Modem) 1
- RJ-45 Direct Port (Network) 1
- USB Speed High/Full/Low
- USB Port (quantity) 3
- USB Version 2.0
- USB Connector Type A
- VGA Connector for Monitor 1
- Audio out 1
- Express Card Slot Type 34mm
- Audio out Type(s) Stereo Headphones/Speakers Jack
- Express Card Slot 1
- SD Card Slot 1
- TV out 1
- TV out type S-Video
Connectivity
- Built-in Modem V92/V.90
- Integrated Wireless LAN YES
- Wireless LAN Max. Date Rate (Mbps) 54
- Wireless LAN Range (m) max. 100
- Integrated Bluetooth (Version) 2.0 + EDR
- Bluetooth Range (m) 10
- Wireless LAN Type 802.11a/b/g
- Ethernet network 100 BASE-TX/10 BASE-T
Multimedia
- Intel High Definition Audio compatible YES
- Built-in Stereo Speakers YES
- Windows Sound System Compatible YES
- Keyboard Section
- Touch Pad 1
Features
- Special Buttons Power button, Wireless switch, Short-cut Keys (S1) , AV buttons
- Auto Resolution Plug and Display
- Kensigton Lock YES
- Built in microphone YES
- Instant On YES
- Security Features Finger Print Recognition
Software
- Audio SonicStageCP 4.2;SonicStage Mastering Studio 2.3
- Video & TV VAIO Edit components, VAIO Photo & Video Suite, WinDVD 8.0 for VAIO
- Photo Adobe Photoshop Elements 5, Google Picasa
- CD-DVD Burning Easy Media creator 9, Click to DVD 2.6
- Office Application Adobe Reader 8.0, Adobe Standard 8, Microsoft Works 8.5, Microsoft Office Ready(60 days Try & Buy)
- Security & Other Norton Internet Security 2007 (with 90 days free virus update), VAIO Recovery Utility 2.6 - HDD recovery (hidden partition), Skype, Google software package
Supplied Accessories
- AC Adaptor YES
- Battery YES
- Power Cord YES
Dimensions
- Depth Main Unit (mm) 249
- Height Main Unit (mm) 31.7 - 42.5
- Width Main Unit (mm) 335.1
- Weight with Supplied Battery and Supplied Drive (kg) 2.5
Battery
- Battery Type Lithium-Ion battery (VGP-BPS9S)
- Battery Life 230
- Battery Charging Time 224
Built-in Camera
- Built-in 'Motion Eye' Digital Camera YES
- Frames per Second 30
- Image Sensor (Mega Pixels) 1.3
- Motion Picture Function YES
- Motion Pictures max. Resolution (pixels) 1280x1024 (SXGA)
Overall I was impressed with the VAIO CR and would recommend it to anyone wanting to update there current laptop or a new buyer. It has all you really need from a laptop. Also is a
reasonable price for what it is.
Summary: Stylish Great Looking Laptop With Good Technology All In A Compact Design
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