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  • buddyjuf
    • Jul 2026

    #1

    So I finally ordered my new laptop! (pics)

    Sony VGN SZ160PC

    Sony's VGNSZ160PC SZ-Series Notebook; Slim & Lightweight in a Cutting-edge Carbon-fiber Casing

    HARDWARE

    Processor
    Intel® Core? Duo Processor T2400 (1.83GHz1 , 2MB L2 Cache)

    Operating System
    Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional with SP2

    Front Side Bus Speed
    667MHz

    Chipset
    Intel® 945GM

    Integrated Wireless LAN
    Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection (802.11a/b/g)3

    LCD
    13.3? WXGA display8 (1280x800) with XBRITE? technology

    Hard Drive
    100GB2 5400rpm Serial ATA
    G-Sensor? Shock Protection - Hard Disk Drive Protection

    Memory
    1GB PC2-4200 533MHz DDR2 (512MBx2)
    (Expandable up to 2GB)

    Graphics
    Hybrid Graphic System icludes NVIDIA® GeForce? Go 7400 with Turbocache? supporting 128MB and Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 128MB Dynamically Allocated Shared (RAM/Video) Memory

    Graphics Interface
    VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor

    Optical Drive
    DVD+R Double Layer / DVD±RW Drive4
    DVD+R DL Write (2.4x MAX);
    DVD-R Write (4x MAX); DVD-RW Write (2x MAX)
    DVD+R Write (4x MAX); DVD+RW Write (2.4x MAX)
    CD-R Write (24x MAX); CD-RW Write (10x MAX)
    DVD-ROM Read (8x MAX); CD-ROM Read (24x MAX)

    Communication
    Integrated MOTION-EYE? Camera with built-in microphone

    Security
    Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
    Biometric Fingerprint Sensor

    Modem
    Integrated V.90 Modem (RJ-11)

    Ethernet
    10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)

    Bluetooth® Technology
    Integrated Bluetooth® Technology

    Audio
    Sony® Sound Reality? - Audio Enhancer

    Audio Interface
    Microphone jack, Headphone jack

    Multimedia Card Reader
    Supports Memory Stick DUO? media with MagicGate? functionality, One ExpressCard?/34 Slot, One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support

    Other Interfaces
    4pin i.LINK®6 connector(IEEE 1394)
    2 USB 2.0 ports
    1 port replicator connector
    1 VGA out

    Pointing Device
    Electro-Static touch pad

    Optional Port Replicator
    3 USB 2.0 ports, Monitor (VGA) port, Printer port, DVI-D, DC in, RJ-45 Ethernet

    Keyboard
    QWERTY, 86 keys with 3mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch

    Action Buttons
    S1, S2 and Wireless LAN/BT on/off

    Power Requirements
    105 watts + 10%

    Battery
    Lithium-ion Battery (VGPBPS2C)

    Estimated Battery Life
    2.5-6.0 hours7 (Standard Battery)

    Weight
    3.7 lbs. with standard battery (weight is approximate and may vary)

    Dimensions
    12.5?(W) x 1.0?-1.5?(H) x 9.3?(D)

    Colour
    Black Carbon

    Supplied Accessories
    Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGPBPS2C)
    AC adapter (VGPAC19V10)
    Memory Card Adapter (VGPMCA20)
    Power Cord



    Retail Price: 2500$US or 3000$CAD.

    I am thinking of getting the higher capacity battery that provides 10 hours of battery life, what do you guys think of it?
  • Manowar
    jellyfish  
    • Dec 2003
    • 71528

    #2
    Very nice!

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    • buddyjuf

      #3
      All the info is here!

      http://www.sonystyle.ca/commerce/ser...9n32160n100192

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      • mrthumbs
        salad tossing sig guy
        • Apr 2002
        • 11702

        #4
        good pick!

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        • buddyjuf

          #5
          Nothing on the market seems to compare to this notebook, not even Alienware

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          • practiceTITOISM
            Confirmed User
            • May 2005
            • 441

            #6
            I've always hated VAIOs. My friend bought one a while back and has had nothing but problems.

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            • mfps
              Confirmed User
              • Mar 2006
              • 640

              #7
              a guy at work gave me a laptop the other day.

              it needed a new hard drive, and a battery.

              i really needed a laptop.

              that guy made my day.

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              • JuiceMonkey
                Confirmed User
                • Oct 2004
                • 3581

                #8
                is there an upgrade to 7200RPM DISC?

                If so go for that.. my old laptop had 5400 and it was slow as hell.. the new one is up to 7200

                I know dell offers them
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                • martinsc
                  Too lazy to set a custom title
                  • Jun 2005
                  • 27043

                  #9
                  that's a sexy laptop...
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                  • buddyjuf

                    #10
                    Originally posted by JuiceMonkey
                    is there an upgrade to 7200RPM DISC?

                    If so go for that.. my old laptop had 5400 and it was slow as hell.. the new one is up to 7200

                    I know dell offers them
                    Yes there is, but since my laptop is broke, and this is one of 2 currently available models, I had to settle for this.

                    But I honestly wouldnt have changed anything besides the HD either way, so it's perfect!

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                    • buddyjuf

                      #11
                      I am REALLY excited to see how a dual processor 1.83ghz with 1 gig high speed ram and 128mb graphics performs!

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                      • newbreed
                        Confirmed User
                        • Nov 2003
                        • 9898

                        #12
                        I'm trying to figure out what's special about this computer. Does it have a blender or anything? This is an average laptop now-adays to anyone who is serious about a business that relies on a computer. This thing isn't even close to a desktop replacement or substitute, what am I missing?

                        Loryn ‎(3:16 PM):
                        I love it, just as long as we keep the bedroom door closed from all ears then we can have throw down hard core sex that makes us money haha
                        fuck it we can have sex on money never did that before

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                        • buddyjuf

                          #13
                          Oh and I also got this REALLY sexy bluetooth mouse to go with it!

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                          • wdsguy
                            Ryde or Die
                            • Dec 2002
                            • 19568

                            #14
                            Originally posted by newbreed
                            I'm trying to figure out what's special about this computer. Does it have a blender or anything? This is an average laptop now-adays to anyone who is serious about a business that relies on a computer. This thing isn't even close to a desktop replacement or substitute, what am I missing?

                            its sexy and metro enuff for bdjuf

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                            • BAKO
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                              • Jul 2005
                              • 18478

                              #15
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                              • buddyjuf

                                #16
                                Originally posted by newbreed
                                I'm trying to figure out what's special about this computer. Does it have a blender or anything? This is an average laptop now-adays to anyone who is serious about a business that relies on a computer. This thing isn't even close to a desktop replacement or substitute, what am I missing?
                                3.7lbs, 13.3 inches, under 1 inch think, 7 hours battery life, with all the features of a true desktop (dual processor, 1 gig ram, 100gig HD, 128mb graphic card)

                                it is simply the ultimate ultramobile computer

                                I am NOT looking for a desktop replacement... I have my 23" screen at home with a kickass custom built pc
                                Last edited by Guest; 03-18-2006, 12:49 AM.

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                                • MaxCandy
                                  Confirmed User
                                  • Sep 2003
                                  • 3750

                                  #17
                                  looking ay exactly same one, right now, was think the screen was a bit small your thoughts?
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                                  • newbreed
                                    Confirmed User
                                    • Nov 2003
                                    • 9898

                                    #18
                                    Originally posted by bdjuf
                                    3.7lbs, 13.3 inches, under 1 inch think, 7 hours battery life, with all the features of a true desktop (dual processor, 1 gig ram, 100gig HD, 128mb graphic card)

                                    it is simply the ultimate ultramobile computer
                                    You should get off eBay sometime and into the real computing World. Not only would you save some cash, you'd know what a real "ultimate ultramobile computer" was. Enjoy your over-priced toy.

                                    Loryn ‎(3:16 PM):
                                    I love it, just as long as we keep the bedroom door closed from all ears then we can have throw down hard core sex that makes us money haha
                                    fuck it we can have sex on money never did that before

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                                    • buddyjuf

                                      #19
                                      Originally posted by newbreed
                                      You should get off eBay sometime and into the real computing World. Not only would you save some cash, you'd know what a real "ultimate ultramobile computer" was. Enjoy your over-priced toy.
                                      ebay? I bought that straight from the sony website

                                      and can you please point me to the "real" ultimate ultramobile computer?

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                                      • Theo
                                        HAL 9000
                                        • May 2001
                                        • 34515

                                        #20
                                        i work on a laptop most of the time and it's a perfect replacement for a desktop when you add a wireless keyboard and a mouse. Of course if you are a PRO graphics designer, it's not suitable.

                                        vaio standard batter sucks,i dont think it make it over 100min. Test and post back your feedback.

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                                        • buddyjuf

                                          #21
                                          Originally posted by Soul_Rebel
                                          i work on a laptop most of the time and it's a perfect replacement for a desktop when you add a wireless keyboard and a mouse. Of course if you are a PRO graphics designer, it's not suitable.

                                          vaio standard batter sucks,i dont think it make it over 100min. Test and post back your feedback.
                                          my previous vaio, (that I broke), lasted about 200minutes on average. This one should do the double of that at least. And the additional capacity one should last at least 9 hours. they have really improved their shit!

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                                          • Theo
                                            HAL 9000
                                            • May 2001
                                            • 34515

                                            #22
                                            maybe i dont use proper power mngt settings, i have 2 vaios 1.6c and none makes it to 2h

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                                            • newbreed
                                              Confirmed User
                                              • Nov 2003
                                              • 9898

                                              #23
                                              Originally posted by bdjuf
                                              ebay? I bought that straight from the sony website

                                              and can you please point me to the "real" ultimate ultramobile computer?
                                              I don't do research for other people, but good luck in your efforts.

                                              Loryn ‎(3:16 PM):
                                              I love it, just as long as we keep the bedroom door closed from all ears then we can have throw down hard core sex that makes us money haha
                                              fuck it we can have sex on money never did that before

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                                              • DesignWise
                                                Confirmed User
                                                • May 2004
                                                • 3575

                                                #24
                                                nice... nice... good stuff!
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                                                • Trax
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                                                  • Aug 2001
                                                  • 14486

                                                  #25
                                                  i dont like vaios
                                                  my last one was crap
                                                  built to crack up early
                                                  never a vaio again

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                                                  • hoggy1
                                                    Registered User
                                                    • Nov 2005
                                                    • 11

                                                    #26
                                                    I have been using Viaos for a long time and have had an earlier model of this small form factor machine for almost a year. IT IS GREAT. I use to love the larger screens but got tired lugging ten pounds around the world. 3 lbs is the big sell. The screen is small but very high-res with good contrast. The battery life was amazingly 6+ hours when the machine was new but over the months it drops off (even using careful battery preserving techniques). The machine is about 10 months old and I just bought a new battery but it is not as good as that first one that came with the new machine. Buy it. You'll like it.

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                                                    • Mr.Right - Banned For Life
                                                      I guarantee it
                                                      • May 2005
                                                      • 18314

                                                      #27
                                                      I also have a sony and they are the best.

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                                                      • KitA
                                                        Confirmed User
                                                        • Mar 2006
                                                        • 338

                                                        #28
                                                        congrats on new laptop

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                                                        • Violetta
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                                                          • Jul 2004
                                                          • 28735

                                                          #29
                                                          nice specs! I just got a new laptop too... Love it!
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                                                          • Gasper

                                                            #30
                                                            13.3'? Come on 15' at least

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                                                            • BVF
                                                              Black Vagina Finder
                                                              • Jan 2002
                                                              • 13975

                                                              #31
                                                              my last laptop was a vaio and it was a good machine...However, they lied to you about the battery life..And in time, without the plug, you won't even be able to have your laptop on for even a few MINUTES without the battery dying...And that's even if you have the thing plugged up all night.

                                                              But Vaio's are very reliable...I just needed to upgrade mine plus the spyware and viruses ruined that comp...it can't even reformat because somehow the thing can't even read the data off of a CD anymore.

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                                                              • gangbangjoe
                                                                Ronin
                                                                • May 2004
                                                                • 17693

                                                                #32
                                                                amazing laptop bdjuf but i highly doubt that any batterie could do 10 hours laptop

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                                                                • supermann
                                                                  Confirmed User
                                                                  • Jul 2004
                                                                  • 412

                                                                  #33
                                                                  RE-buying something similar that broke recently isnt the wisest thing to do.

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                                                                  • Dirty F
                                                                    Too lazy to set a custom title
                                                                    • Jul 2001
                                                                    • 59204

                                                                    #34
                                                                    Originally posted by newbreed
                                                                    I'm trying to figure out what's special about this computer. Does it have a blender or anything? This is an average laptop now-adays to anyone who is serious about a business that relies on a computer. This thing isn't even close to a desktop replacement or substitute, what am I missing?

                                                                    Wtf you talking about?

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                                                                    • Gerco
                                                                      Confirmed User
                                                                      • Nov 2005
                                                                      • 2052

                                                                      #35
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                                                                      CD-R Write (24x MAX); CD-RW Write (10x MAX)
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                                                                      • Gerco
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                                                                        • Nov 2005
                                                                        • 2052

                                                                        #36
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                                                                        • V_RocKs
                                                                          Damn Right I Kiss Ass!
                                                                          • Nov 2003
                                                                          • 32448

                                                                          #37
                                                                          100GB2 5400rpm Serial ATA

                                                                          I'd get 7000 or 10000 rpms.... you will notice a huge speed boost.

                                                                          On laptops, the HD is the main bottle neck

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                                                                          • loverboy
                                                                            When it rains, it pours
                                                                            • May 2003
                                                                            • 20609

                                                                            #38
                                                                            Originally posted by bdjuf
                                                                            Oh and I also got this REALLY sexy bluetooth mouse to go with it!

                                                                            wow, this is just one kickass hardware.

                                                                            very tempting

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                                                                            • solkimaras
                                                                              Registered User
                                                                              • Mar 2006
                                                                              • 45

                                                                              #39
                                                                              Good luck with the vaio.... Your gonna need it.

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                                                                                • Dec 2005
                                                                                • 2301

                                                                                #40
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                                                                                • woj
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                                                                                  • Jul 2002
                                                                                  • 47880

                                                                                  #41
                                                                                  not bad
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                                                                                  • Stallion
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                                                                                    • Jan 2001
                                                                                    • 6632

                                                                                    #42
                                                                                    congrats on the new laptop
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                                                                                    • psili
                                                                                      Confirmed User
                                                                                      • Apr 2003
                                                                                      • 5526

                                                                                      #43
                                                                                      That body looks similar my Asus Z70v.

                                                                                      Nice lappy, btw.
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                                                                                      • Donny
                                                                                        As you wish...
                                                                                        • May 2002
                                                                                        • 13754

                                                                                        #44
                                                                                        If you'd told me you purchased a new top of the line PowerBook or MacBook I'd be impressed. This, however, does not impress me.

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                                                                                        • Basic_man
                                                                                          Programming King Pin
                                                                                          • Oct 2003
                                                                                          • 27360

                                                                                          #45
                                                                                          That's one good computer, but I'm sure you can get something better for that price..
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                                                                                          • axelcat
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                                                                                            • Jun 2002
                                                                                            • 25450

                                                                                            #46
                                                                                            very nice

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                                                                                            • Donny
                                                                                              As you wish...
                                                                                              • May 2002
                                                                                              • 13754

                                                                                              #47
                                                                                              Originally posted by Basic_man
                                                                                              That's one good computer, but I'm sure you can get something better for that price..
                                                                                              Namely, a Mac.

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                                                                                              • buddyjuf

                                                                                                #48
                                                                                                Donny, I completely agree with you that macs are truly a work of art. However I have been using PCs forever, and it's simply a matter of productivity. I will be able to get much more work done, and faster with this computer than I will with an operating system I am not very familiar with, and having to hunt for all sorts of different software for it. You know what I mean?

                                                                                                Besides, the new dual processor laptops for macs are only available in 15", which is too big for me

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                                                                                                • pornguy
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                                                                                                  • Mar 2003
                                                                                                  • 62910

                                                                                                  #49
                                                                                                  WOW nice. could have done without posting the price.
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                                                                                                  • buddyjuf

                                                                                                    #50
                                                                                                    Originally posted by Gerco
                                                                                                    jeesus you kidding? might as well buy a full tower

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