Sony VAIO SA3 VPCSA31GX

The VAIO SA3 VPCSA31GX 13.3" Notebook Computer (Jet Black) from Sony combines high processing power with compact portability into one energy-efficient notebook computer. The 13.3" widescreen display features LED backlighting, which provides more light than their traditional CCFL counterpart. LED technology is also more environmentally friendly because it doesn't use mercury or other environmental toxins and maintains low power consumption. This VAIO notebook supports Intel's Wireless Display (WIDI) technology, which allows you to connect to an HDTV wirelessly. This system is powered by a dual-core 2.40GHz Intel Core i5-2430M processor, which can also be overclocked to 3.00GHz with Intel Turbo Boost. It is loaded with 4GB of DDR3 RAM, a 500GB 5400rpm hard drive, dual-band 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, an integrated webcam and microphone, a biometric fingerprint reader, a TPM security module and a memory card reader. Graphics are handled by the AMD Radeon HD 6630M GPU with 1GB of memory. This hybrid graphics card can operate in discrete mode for superior performance and switch to integrated mode for better battery life. Windows 7 Professional (64-bit) is the installed operating system.
Next-Gen Power
This VAIO notebook houses the dual-core Intel Core i5-2430M processor, which features Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology. Turbo Boost 2.0 technology can increase your notebook's performance from 2.40GHz to 3.00GHz automatically. The Intel Core i5-2430M processor delivers seamless transition between CPU-intensive applications, which enables for a smooth computing experience
Stunning Visuals
By utilizing a powerful AMD Radeon HD 6630M graphics card with 1GB VRAM, you'll experience image quality and intense HD performance without placing huge demands on the CPU. This VAIO notebook puts you in control by offering a hybrid graphics system. This VAIO notebook features a 13.3" widescreen display with LED backlighting. LED lights also consume less power than CCFL lights, which also help out the environment and your wallet. Boosting a 16:9 aspect ratio, this VAIO notebook has a 1600 x 900 native resolution for clean, crisp image quality
Intel Wireless Display Technology
While the 13.3" LED-backlit widescreen display works great when traveling, this VAIO notebook also lets you stream content to your HDTV...wirelessly. With built-in Intel Wireless Display (WIDI) technology and an optional TV adapter, such as the Netgear Push2TV, you'll be able to access all your music, photos and videos from your VAIO notebook hard drive. Sony VAIO Redesign
Sony introduces the next generation in VAIO notebook design with a simple yet bold concept. This notebook abandons traditional bulky batteries, unnecessary seams and protruding ports for a fully flat notebook design. A seamless piece of brushed aluminum milled to precise specifications creates the core of this notebook's chassis with an emphasis on firm structural integrity while creating bold clean contours
Stay Mobile
Leveraging the latest innovations in Lithium-Polymer technology, the battery of this VAIO notebook conforms to the contours of the chassis for a thinner battery profile while still supplying up to 7.25 hours of battery life. This concept even extends to the included large capacity sheet battery and leaves behind the traditional protruding extended batteries of the past.

Sony VAIO SA3 VPCSA31GX Specifications

Performance
Processor 2.40GHz Intel Core i5-2430M
Cache L3: 3MB
System Bus None
Memory Type: 1333MHz DDR3 SDRAM
Installed: 4GB
Capacity: 8GB
Graphics Card Type: Hybrid Graphics System
Installed: AMD Radeon HD 6630M with 1GB

Display
Type Widescreen
Size 13.3"
Backlight LED
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Finish Antiglare
Native Resolution 1600 x 900
Storage
Hard Drive Installed: 500GB 5400rpm
Type: SATA
Optical Drive SuperMulti DVD Burner

Input/Output Connectors
Ports 2x USB 2.0 (A)
1x USB 3.0 (A)
Display 1x HDMI
1x VGA
Audio 1x Integrated Microphone
1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Headphone Output
Expansion Slots None
Flash Media Slot 1x SD
1x Memory Stick Duo

Communications
Network 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
Modem None
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
Webcam Yes

General
Operating System Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
Security Infineon TPM Software Professional Package, Kensington Lock Slot, Fingerprint Reader
Keyboard Keys: 82
Type: Compact Netbook Keyboard
Stroke: 2.0mm
Pitch: 19.05mm
Features: Backlight
Pointing Device TouchPad with Multi-Touch Control
Battery External Lithium-Polymer Providing up to 7.25 Hours per Charge (4400mAh)
External Lithium-Polymer Providing up to 7.25 Hours per Charge (4400mAh)
Power Requirements AC: 100-240 V AC
Dimensions (WxHxD) 13.04 x 0.92 x 8.84" / 33.12 x 2.34 x 22.45 cm
Weight 3.7 lb / 1.68 kg

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