Sony VGN-BZ569P47 User Manual

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VGN-BZ569P47
VAIO® BZ Series Notebook PC
 
 
 
Built for business, the lightweight VAIO® BZ notebook boasts the productivity and compatibility features 
required by IT professionals and business customers. Magnesium casing and a spill-resistant keyboard panel 
help protect against the accidents common to travel while next-gen Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology 
provides the power necessary for heavy day-in day-out computing. This notebook also boasts a stunning yet 
functional design that offers easy access to internal components, and it features Windows XP Professional with 
Vista® Business recovery media for enhanced compatibility. Plus, all BZ notebooks are backed by the business-
grade support of VAIO Care™ to ensure that you maximize the value of your partnership with Sony.
 
Business PC featuring security, durability and IT-accessible design
 
POWERFUL PC PERFORMANCE
Discover a new world of mobile computing with Intel® Centrino® processor technology – the latest innovation from 
Intel®. Faster and more efficient than ever, the next-generation Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P8600 processor (2.40GHz  ) 
turns up the speed on multi-tasking while curbing energy consumption.
The VAIO® BZ notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows XP Professional with Vista® Business 
recovery media included.
Offering a massive boost in wireless connection speed and range, work and play quicker almost anywhere within 
your office or home using next-generation 802.11n integrated wireless LAN technology  .
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COMPATIBILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Sony knows that efficient and accessible PC design is critical to keeping your employees up and running. With the 
VAIO® BZ notebook, frequent IT activities such as RAM upgrades, swapping out the optical drive, accessing the hard 
drive and detaching the keyboard are quick and easy to do.
The VAIO® BZ notebook has a reduced amount of pre-loaded software for improved compatibility and IT peace of 
mind. With less pre-loaded software, IT personnel can more quickly set up and image the notebook.
Keeping the technical needs of your business in mind, the VAIO® BZ notebook offers BIOS level control for IT 
administrators over inputs and outputs such as Ethernet, USB ports and Memory card/SD card slots to name a few.
 
 
 
 
VGN-BZ569P47
VAIO® BZ Series Notebook PC
 
 
 
Built for business, the lightweight VAIO® BZ notebook boasts the productivity and compatibility features 
required by IT professionals and business customers. Magnesium casing and a spill-resistant keyboard panel 
help protect against the accidents common to travel while next-gen Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology 
provides the power necessary for heavy day-in day-out computing. This notebook also boasts a stunning yet 
functional design that offers easy access to internal components, and it features Windows XP Professional with 
Vista® Business recovery media for enhanced compatibility. Plus, all BZ notebooks are backed by the business-
grade support of VAIO Care™ to ensure that you maximize the value of your partnership with Sony.
 
Business PC featuring security, durability and IT-accessible design
 
POWERFUL PC PERFORMANCE
Discover a new world of mobile computing with Intel® Centrino® processor technology – the latest innovation from 
Intel®. Faster and more efficient than ever, the next-generation Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P8600 processor (2.40GHz  ) 
turns up the speed on multi-tasking while curbing energy consumption.
The VAIO® BZ notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows XP Professional with Vista® Business 
recovery media included.
Offering a massive boost in wireless connection speed and range, work and play quicker almost anywhere within 
your office or home using next-generation 802.11n integrated wireless LAN technology  .
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3
COMPATIBILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Sony knows that efficient and accessible PC design is critical to keeping your employees up and running. With the 
VAIO® BZ notebook, frequent IT activities such as RAM upgrades, swapping out the optical drive, accessing the hard 
drive and detaching the keyboard are quick and easy to do.
The VAIO® BZ notebook has a reduced amount of pre-loaded software for improved compatibility and IT peace of 
mind. With less pre-loaded software, IT personnel can more quickly set up and image the notebook.
Keeping the technical needs of your business in mind, the VAIO® BZ notebook offers BIOS level control for IT 
administrators over inputs and outputs such as Ethernet, USB ports and Memory card/SD card slots to name a few.
 
VGN-BZ569P47
VAIO® BZ Series Notebook PC
Specifications
Dimensions
Weight: 5.8 lbs   (with standard battery)
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Measurements: 14.27"(W) x 1.18"(H) x 10.51"(D)  
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General
Computer Type: Notebook
Type of Use: Portable
Action Buttons: WLAN/Bluetooth® on/off, mute 
button, S1
Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad
Security: Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2
Hardware
Keyboard: QWERTY, 82 keys with 2.0mm stroke 
and 19.05mm pitch
Camera: Built-in 1.3 megapixel camera and 
microphone
Processor
Type: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor P8600
Speed: 2.40GHz
Front Side Bus Speed: 533MHz
L2 Cache: 2MB
Technology: Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor 
Technology with Intel® vPro™ technology
Memory
Type: DDR2 SDRAM
Installed: 3GB PC2-6400 (2GBx1) + (1GBx1)
Maximum: 4GB  
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Speed: 800MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity: 320GB  
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Speed: 7200rpm
Type: Serial ATA
Impact Protection: G-Sensor™ Shock Protection - 
Hard Disk Drive Protection  
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Display
Screen Size: 15.4"  
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Resolution: 
1280 x 800
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology: Yes
Technology: WXGA
Back Light Technology: 
No
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick 
Duo™ media slot with MagicGate® 
functionality
PC card slot (PCMCIA 2.0)
One Secure Digital (SD™ memory card) media 
slot
Audio
Sound System: Intel® High Definition Audio, 
Internal Stereo Speaker
Graphics
Processor: Mobile Intel® Graphics Media 
Accelerator 4500MHD with Intel® Clear Video 
Technology
Total Available Graphics Memory: 310MB 
(max.)  
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Chipset: Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Inputs and Outputs
Headphone Jack: 1
Modem Jack: 1
Microphone Input: 1
Port Replicator Connector(s): 1
USB Port(s): 3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s): 1
DC-In: 1
i.LINK® Connection: 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector 
(IEEE 1394)  
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Ethernet Connection (s): 1
Power
Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion 
Battery (VGP-BPS13A)
Estimated Battery Life: 2.0 to 5.0 hours   Standard 
Capacity Battery
3.0 to 7.5 hours   Large Capacity Battery
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Power Requirements: 100W +10%
Software
Operating System: Genuine Microsoft® Windows 
Vista Business downgraded to XP Professional 
with Vista® Business recovery media included
Internet Services: AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - 
New Users Only
Supplied Software: Microsoft® Office Ready
Anti-Virus Software: Microsoft® Windows Live™ 
OneCare™ Trial Version
Service and Warranty Information
Telephone Support: Toll-free technical telephone 
assistance.  
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Online and Email Support: Support available 
from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
International Service: 1 year international service 
plan available. Registration required. See 
www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
Limited Warranty Term: 1 year limited warranty  . 
See actual warranty for details.
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Environmental Information
EPEAT™: Meets Silver EPEAT™ Rating
RoHS®: Compliant For more information: 
www.sony.com/vaioeco
Optical Drive
CD Read: 24x max
CD-R Write: 24x max
CD-RW Write: 24x max
DVD Read: 8x max
DVD+R DL Write: 6x max
DVD+R Write: 8x max
DVD+RW Write: 8x max
DVD-R DL Write: 6x max
DVD-R Write: 8x max
DVD-RAM Read: 5x max
DVD-RW Write: 6x max
DVD±RW: Yes   (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/RAM)
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Wireless/Networking
Ethernet Protocol: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-
T
Ethernet Speed: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Wi-Fi: Intel® WiFi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/b/g/n)  
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Bluetooth® Technology: Integrated Stereo A2DP 
Bluetooth® technology  
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Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-
11)
Regulation and Standards Compliance
ENERGY STAR® compliant: 4.0
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS13A)
AC Adapter
Power Cable
Optional Accessories
Port Replicator (VGP-PRBZ1)
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPS13A/B)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL13)
Universal Carrying Case (VGP-AMB1A)
USB Optical Mouse (VGP-UMS20/B)
Neoprene Case (VGP-AMC3)
Other
Color: Black
UPC Code: 027242775077
 
 
 
 
VGN-BZ569P47
VAIO® BZ Series Notebook PC
 
 
 
Built for business, the lightweight VAIO® BZ notebook boasts the productivity and compatibility features 
required by IT professionals and business customers. Magnesium casing and a spill-resistant keyboard panel 
help protect against the accidents common to travel while next-gen Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology 
provides the power necessary for heavy day-in day-out computing. This notebook also boasts a stunning yet 
functional design that offers easy access to internal components, and it features Windows XP Professional with 
Vista® Business recovery media for enhanced compatibility. Plus, all BZ notebooks are backed by the business-
grade support of VAIO Care™ to ensure that you maximize the value of your partnership with Sony.
 
Business PC featuring security, durability and IT-accessible design
 
POWERFUL PC PERFORMANCE
Discover a new world of mobile computing with Intel® Centrino® processor technology – the latest innovation from 
Intel®. Faster and more efficient than ever, the next-generation Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P8600 processor (2.40GHz  ) 
turns up the speed on multi-tasking while curbing energy consumption.
The VAIO® BZ notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows XP Professional with Vista® Business 
recovery media included.
Offering a massive boost in wireless connection speed and range, work and play quicker almost anywhere within 
your office or home using next-generation 802.11n integrated wireless LAN technology  .
1
3
COMPATIBILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Sony knows that efficient and accessible PC design is critical to keeping your employees up and running. With the 
VAIO® BZ notebook, frequent IT activities such as RAM upgrades, swapping out the optical drive, accessing the hard 
drive and detaching the keyboard are quick and easy to do.
The VAIO® BZ notebook has a reduced amount of pre-loaded software for improved compatibility and IT peace of 
mind. With less pre-loaded software, IT personnel can more quickly set up and image the notebook.
Keeping the technical needs of your business in mind, the VAIO® BZ notebook offers BIOS level control for IT 
administrators over inputs and outputs such as Ethernet, USB ports and Memory card/SD card slots to name a few.
 
VGN-BZ569P47
VAIO® BZ Series Notebook PC
Specifications
Dimensions
Weight: 5.8 lbs   (with standard battery)
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Measurements: 14.27"(W) x 1.18"(H) x 10.51"(D)  
7,8
General
Computer Type: Notebook
Type of Use: Portable
Action Buttons: WLAN/Bluetooth® on/off, mute 
button, S1
Pointing Device: Electro-Static touch pad
Security: Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver.1.2
Hardware
Keyboard: QWERTY, 82 keys with 2.0mm stroke 
and 19.05mm pitch
Camera: Built-in 1.3 megapixel camera and 
microphone
Processor
Type: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor P8600
Speed: 2.40GHz
Front Side Bus Speed: 533MHz
L2 Cache: 2MB
Technology: Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor 
Technology with Intel® vPro™ technology
Memory
Type: DDR2 SDRAM
Installed: 3GB PC2-6400 (2GBx1) + (1GBx1)
Maximum: 4GB  
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Speed: 800MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity: 320GB  
2
Speed: 7200rpm
Type: Serial ATA
Impact Protection: G-Sensor™ Shock Protection - 
Hard Disk Drive Protection  
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Display
Screen Size: 15.4"  
6
Resolution: 
1280 x 800
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology: Yes
Technology: WXGA
Back Light Technology: 
No
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick 
Duo™ media slot with MagicGate® 
functionality
PC card slot (PCMCIA 2.0)
One Secure Digital (SD™ memory card) media 
slot
Audio
Sound System: Intel® High Definition Audio, 
Internal Stereo Speaker
Graphics
Processor: Mobile Intel® Graphics Media 
Accelerator 4500MHD with Intel® Clear Video 
Technology
Total Available Graphics Memory: 310MB 
(max.)  
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Chipset: Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Inputs and Outputs
Headphone Jack: 1
Modem Jack: 1
Microphone Input: 1
Port Replicator Connector(s): 1
USB Port(s): 3 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s): 1
DC-In: 1
i.LINK® Connection: 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector 
(IEEE 1394)  
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Ethernet Connection (s): 1
Power
Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion 
Battery (VGP-BPS13A)
Estimated Battery Life: 2.0 to 5.0 hours   Standard 
Capacity Battery
3.0 to 7.5 hours   Large Capacity Battery
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Power Requirements: 100W +10%
Software
Operating System: Genuine Microsoft® Windows 
Vista Business downgraded to XP Professional 
with Vista® Business recovery media included
Internet Services: AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial - 
New Users Only
Supplied Software: Microsoft® Office Ready
Anti-Virus Software: Microsoft® Windows Live™ 
OneCare™ Trial Version
Service and Warranty Information
Telephone Support: Toll-free technical telephone 
assistance.  
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Online and Email Support: Support available 
from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
International Service: 1 year international service 
plan available. Registration required. See 
www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
Limited Warranty Term: 1 year limited warranty  . 
See actual warranty for details.
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Environmental Information
EPEAT™: Meets Silver EPEAT™ Rating
RoHS®: Compliant For more information: 
www.sony.com/vaioeco
Optical Drive
CD Read: 24x max
CD-R Write: 24x max
CD-RW Write: 24x max
DVD Read: 8x max
DVD+R DL Write: 6x max
DVD+R Write: 8x max
DVD+RW Write: 8x max
DVD-R DL Write: 6x max
DVD-R Write: 8x max
DVD-RAM Read: 5x max
DVD-RW Write: 6x max
DVD±RW: Yes   (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/RAM)
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Wireless/Networking
Ethernet Protocol: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-
T
Ethernet Speed: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Wi-Fi: Intel® WiFi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/b/g/n)  
3
Bluetooth® Technology: Integrated Stereo A2DP 
Bluetooth® technology  
16
Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-
11)
Regulation and Standards Compliance
ENERGY STAR® compliant: 4.0
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS13A)
AC Adapter
Power Cable
Optional Accessories
Port Replicator (VGP-PRBZ1)
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPS13A/B)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL13)
Universal Carrying Case (VGP-AMB1A)
USB Optical Mouse (VGP-UMS20/B)
Neoprene Case (VGP-AMC3)
Other
Color: Black
UPC Code: 027242775077
Footnotes
1.  GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating 
conditions.
2.  GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of hard disk space is reserved as a recovery 
partition.
3.  Requires 802.11n compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet services, which may require a fee.
4.  Broadband Internet service required along with third party services which may require a subscription or other service fee.
5.  DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible. 
6.  Viewable area measured diagonally.
7.  Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
8.  Measured at the narrowest point
9.  i.Link is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not 
communicate with each other.
10.  Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows Vista® classification of graphics memory, which is the total of Dedicated Video Memory, 
System Video Memory and Shared System Memory. Shared System Memory varies depending on the operating condition, driver software version and 
system memory size.
11.  Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions. Battery life will be shorter with models equipped 
with Instant Mode features.
12.  See actual limited warranty for details. For a copy of Sony's warranty, please visit www.sony.com/pcsupport, call toll-free 888-476-6972 (888-4SONYPC) 
or write to Sony Electronics, 12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.
13.  For certain third party software applications, Sony provides first level phone support. Additional telephone support may be available from the applicable 
3rd party vendor. Availability and schedule for any such support is determined by the aplicable software vendor.
14.  60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2007 - This trial software will work only for 60 days after you first use it. You will not be able to use the software if 
you dont activate it as described the first time you use the software. You can activate the software by Internet: Internet service charges may apply. If you 
want to keep using the software after the 60-day trial period, you must convert to the perpetual version. You can convert online by following the conversion 
instgructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.
15.  A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to the operating system.
16.  Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices varies.
17.  G-Sensor™ Shock Protection will not work on pre-installed or downgraded Windows® XP Professional models. Windows Vista® is required for feature 
functionality.
 
Computer Interface: For this product,there are a multitude of varying software packages and add-on hardware options. This product is not manufactured to 
work with any specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make any warranty or representation with respect to the performance of this product with any 
particular software packages and/or non-Sony add-on hardware options except those mentioned here. Sony hereby disclaims any representations or 
warranties that this product is compatible with any combination of non-Sony products you may choose to connect to it. While Sony representatives or Sony 
authorized dealers may be able to assist you and may make recommendations, they are NOT authorized to vary or waive this disclaimer. Purchasers must 
determine for themselves the suitability and compatibility of the hardware and software in each and every particular instance. Software titles pre-installed on 
the Sony computer are subject to change without notice. Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions or have all documentation. Features and 
specifications are subject to change without notice. This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency.
 
©2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, XBRITE-ECO, Memory Stick 
Duo, MagicGate, and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other coutries. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are trademarks of the Microsoft 
Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in 
other countries. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of SIG, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
 
Printed in U.S.A. 09/08.
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Last Updated: 12/06/2010