Sony VGN-FW350J/H User Manual

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VGN-FW350J/H
VAIO® FW Series Notebook
 
 
 
Broaden your entertainment horizons with the VAIO® FW notebook featuring an extra-wide 16.4”   XBRITE-ECO™ 
LCD display. Great for watching widescreen movies or viewing two websites side-by-side, this entertainment-
rich notebook minimizes those annoying black bars you see when playing widescreen movies. Watch and 
record DVDs and get the most out of your games with an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor. An entertainment 
powerhouse, the VAIO® FW notebook is inspired by theater screens, born from Sony® HD expertise and 
powered by the energy-efficient and super-powerful Centrino® processor technology.
Inspired by theater screens. Born from Sony® HD technology.
 
POWERFUL PC PERFORMACE
Enjoy the performance of an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T6400 processor (2.0GHz  ) with Intel® Centrino® processor 
technology.
 
The VAIO® FW notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit  .
 
Built-in Wireless-N technology offers a boost in wireless connection speed and range  .
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INSPIRED BY THEATER SCREENS. BORN FROM SONY® HD TECHNOLOGY.
Fall in love with your favorite movies all over again with an extra-wide, theater inspired 16.4”   display (1600x900 
resolution) using energy-efficient XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology. 
 
The 16:9 aspect ratio ensures that you won’t miss an inch of the original picture from your favorite movie while also 
providing valuable extra workspace. Compare two documents or websites side-by-side without the hassle of having 
to tab back and forth.
 
An HDMI™ output provides single-cable full 1080p connectivity (audio and 
video) to a compatible HDTV (cable sold separately)   .
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VGN-FW350J/H
VAIO® FW Series Notebook
 
 
 
Broaden your entertainment horizons with the VAIO® FW notebook featuring an extra-wide 16.4”   XBRITE-ECO™ 
LCD display. Great for watching widescreen movies or viewing two websites side-by-side, this entertainment-
rich notebook minimizes those annoying black bars you see when playing widescreen movies. Watch and 
record DVDs and get the most out of your games with an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor. An entertainment 
powerhouse, the VAIO® FW notebook is inspired by theater screens, born from Sony® HD expertise and 
powered by the energy-efficient and super-powerful Centrino® processor technology.
Inspired by theater screens. Born from Sony® HD technology.
 
POWERFUL PC PERFORMACE
Enjoy the performance of an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T6400 processor (2.0GHz  ) with Intel® Centrino® processor 
technology.
 
The VAIO® FW notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit  .
 
Built-in Wireless-N technology offers a boost in wireless connection speed and range  .
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INSPIRED BY THEATER SCREENS. BORN FROM SONY® HD TECHNOLOGY.
Fall in love with your favorite movies all over again with an extra-wide, theater inspired 16.4”   display (1600x900 
resolution) using energy-efficient XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology. 
 
The 16:9 aspect ratio ensures that you won’t miss an inch of the original picture from your favorite movie while also 
providing valuable extra workspace. Compare two documents or websites side-by-side without the hassle of having 
to tab back and forth.
 
An HDMI™ output provides single-cable full 1080p connectivity (audio and 
video) to a compatible HDTV (cable sold separately)   .
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VGN-FW350J/H
VAIO® FW Series Notebook
Specifications
Dimensions
Weight: 6.7 lbs   (with standard capacity battery)
7
Measurements: 15.1"(W) x 1.14 - 1.46"(H) x 
10.3"(D)  
7,8
General
Computer Type: Notebook
Type of Use: Portable
Action Buttons: S1, Volume - / +, Play / Pause, 
Stop, Rewind, Forward, A / V Mode, WLAN / 
Bluetooth® on / off
Pointing Device: Electro-static touch pad
Hardware
Keyboard: QWERTY, 86 keys, 19.05 mm pitch, 2 
mm stroke
Camera: Built-in 1.3 MP MOTION EYE® camera 
and microphone
Processor
Type: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor T6400
Speed: 2.0GHz  
1
Front Side Bus Speed: 800MHz
L2 Cache: 2MB
Technology: Intel® Centrino® processor 
technology
Memory
Installed: 4GB PC2-6400 (2GBx2)
Maximum: 8GB
Type/Speed: DDR2/800MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity: 320GB  
2
Speed: 5400rpm
Type: Serial ATA
Display
Screen Size: 16.4"  
6
Resolution: 1600 x 900
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology: Yes
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick 
Duo™ media slot with MagicGate® 
functionality
One ExpressCard® /34 media slot
One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media 
slot
Audio
Sound System: Dolby Sound Room® Audio
Graphics
Processor: Mobile Intel® Graphics Media 
Accelerator 4500MHD with Intel® Clear Video 
Technology. Total Available Graphics Memory: 
1759MB (max.)  
10
Chipset: Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Max. External Resolution via VGA: 2048x1536
Max. External Display Resolution via 
HDMI™: 1920x1080
Inputs and Outputs
Modem Jack: 1
Microphone Input: 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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Headphone Output(s): 1
Ethernet Connection (s): 1
HDMI™ Output: 1  
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Power
Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion 
Battery (VGP-BPS13/S)
Estimated Battery Life: 2.5 to 5.5 hours  Standard 
Capacity Battery
3.5 to 8.0 hours  Large Capacity Battery
14 
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Power Requirements: 86W + 10%
Input Voltage: 100-240V
Software
Operating System: Genuine Microsoft® Windows 
Vista® Home Premium 64-bit  
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Supplied Software: Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home 
and Student 2007  
13
VAIO® Multimedia Suite: VAIO® Startup Assistant
Click to Disc Editor - Import, Edit, Burn 
VAIO® Movie Story - Simple Movie Creation 
VAIO® MusicBox - Music by Mood 
VAIO® Media plus - Multimedia Streaming 
Software
*Please access VAIO® Help and Support from 
your PC for a complete list of software 
applications and trials.
Anti-Virus Software: Microsoft® Windows Live™ 
OneCare™ Trial Version  
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Service and Warranty Information
Telephone Support: 1 year toll-free technical 
telephone assistance, available 24/7  .
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Online and Email Support: Support available 
from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Limited Warranty Term: 1 year limited warranty  . 
See actual warranty for details.
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Environmental Information
EPEAT™: Silver
RoHS®: Compliant
For more information: 
www.sony.com/vaioeco
ENERGY STAR®: 4.0
Optical Drive
BD-R Read: 2x max
BD-RE DL Read: 2x max
BD-RE Read: 2x max
BD-ROM Read: 2x max
Blu-ray Disc™ Support: Ready Only (BD-ROM)  
4
CD Support: Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)
DVD Support: Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-
RAM)
Wireless/Networking
Ethernet Protocol: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-
T (Gigabit)
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 (2.1 + EDR)  
5
Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-
11)
Supplied Accessories
Power Cord
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-
BPS13/S)
AC Adaptor
Optional Accessories
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL13)
Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS13A/B)
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V25)
USB Port Replicator (VGP-UPR1)
Neoprene Case (VGP-AMC7)
Ladies Leather Tote (VGP-AML4)
Sport Messenger Bag (VGP-AMB10)
Bluetooth Laser Mouse   (VGP-BMS33/S)
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Other
Color: Titanium Gray
UPC Code: 27242761254
 
 
 
 
VGN-FW350J/H
VAIO® FW Series Notebook
 
 
 
Broaden your entertainment horizons with the VAIO® FW notebook featuring an extra-wide 16.4”   XBRITE-ECO™ 
LCD display. Great for watching widescreen movies or viewing two websites side-by-side, this entertainment-
rich notebook minimizes those annoying black bars you see when playing widescreen movies. Watch and 
record DVDs and get the most out of your games with an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor. An entertainment 
powerhouse, the VAIO® FW notebook is inspired by theater screens, born from Sony® HD expertise and 
powered by the energy-efficient and super-powerful Centrino® processor technology.
Inspired by theater screens. Born from Sony® HD technology.
 
POWERFUL PC PERFORMACE
Enjoy the performance of an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T6400 processor (2.0GHz  ) with Intel® Centrino® processor 
technology.
 
The VAIO® FW notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-bit  .
 
Built-in Wireless-N technology offers a boost in wireless connection speed and range  .
1
18
3
INSPIRED BY THEATER SCREENS. BORN FROM SONY® HD TECHNOLOGY.
Fall in love with your favorite movies all over again with an extra-wide, theater inspired 16.4”   display (1600x900 
resolution) using energy-efficient XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology. 
 
The 16:9 aspect ratio ensures that you won’t miss an inch of the original picture from your favorite movie while also 
providing valuable extra workspace. Compare two documents or websites side-by-side without the hassle of having 
to tab back and forth.
 
An HDMI™ output provides single-cable full 1080p connectivity (audio and 
video) to a compatible HDTV (cable sold separately)   .
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VGN-FW350J/H
VAIO® FW Series Notebook
Specifications
Dimensions
Weight: 6.7 lbs   (with standard capacity battery)
7
Measurements: 15.1"(W) x 1.14 - 1.46"(H) x 
10.3"(D)  
7,8
General
Computer Type: Notebook
Type of Use: Portable
Action Buttons: S1, Volume - / +, Play / Pause, 
Stop, Rewind, Forward, A / V Mode, WLAN / 
Bluetooth® on / off
Pointing Device: Electro-static touch pad
Hardware
Keyboard: QWERTY, 86 keys, 19.05 mm pitch, 2 
mm stroke
Camera: Built-in 1.3 MP MOTION EYE® camera 
and microphone
Processor
Type: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor T6400
Speed: 2.0GHz  
1
Front Side Bus Speed: 800MHz
L2 Cache: 2MB
Technology: Intel® Centrino® processor 
technology
Memory
Installed: 4GB PC2-6400 (2GBx2)
Maximum: 8GB
Type/Speed: DDR2/800MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity: 320GB  
2
Speed: 5400rpm
Type: Serial ATA
Display
Screen Size: 16.4"  
6
Resolution: 1600 x 900
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology: Yes
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick 
Duo™ media slot with MagicGate® 
functionality
One ExpressCard® /34 media slot
One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media 
slot
Audio
Sound System: Dolby Sound Room® Audio
Graphics
Processor: Mobile Intel® Graphics Media 
Accelerator 4500MHD with Intel® Clear Video 
Technology. Total Available Graphics Memory: 
1759MB (max.)  
10
Chipset: Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Max. External Resolution via VGA: 2048x1536
Max. External Display Resolution via 
HDMI™: 1920x1080
Inputs and Outputs
Modem Jack: 1
Microphone Input: 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)  
9
Headphone Output(s): 1
Ethernet Connection (s): 1
HDMI™ Output: 1  
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Power
Battery Type: Standard Capacity Lithium-ion 
Battery (VGP-BPS13/S)
Estimated Battery Life: 2.5 to 5.5 hours  Standard 
Capacity Battery
3.5 to 8.0 hours  Large Capacity Battery
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Power Requirements: 86W + 10%
Input Voltage: 100-240V
Software
Operating System: Genuine Microsoft® Windows 
Vista® Home Premium 64-bit  
18
Supplied Software: Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/ 
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home 
and Student 2007  
13
VAIO® Multimedia Suite: VAIO® Startup Assistant
Click to Disc Editor - Import, Edit, Burn 
VAIO® Movie Story - Simple Movie Creation 
VAIO® MusicBox - Music by Mood 
VAIO® Media plus - Multimedia Streaming 
Software
*Please access VAIO® Help and Support from 
your PC for a complete list of software 
applications and trials.
Anti-Virus Software: Microsoft® Windows Live™ 
OneCare™ Trial Version  
15
Service and Warranty Information
Telephone Support: 1 year toll-free technical 
telephone assistance, available 24/7  .
12
Online and Email Support: Support available 
from http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
Limited Warranty Term: 1 year limited warranty  . 
See actual warranty for details.
11
Environmental Information
EPEAT™: Silver
RoHS®: Compliant
For more information: 
www.sony.com/vaioeco
ENERGY STAR®: 4.0
Optical Drive
BD-R Read: 2x max
BD-RE DL Read: 2x max
BD-RE Read: 2x max
BD-ROM Read: 2x max
Blu-ray Disc™ Support: Ready Only (BD-ROM)  
4
CD Support: Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)
DVD Support: Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-
RAM)
Wireless/Networking
Ethernet Protocol: 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-
T (Gigabit)
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 (2.1 + EDR)  
5
Modem Type: Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-
11)
Supplied Accessories
Power Cord
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-
BPS13/S)
AC Adaptor
Optional Accessories
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL13)
Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-BPS13A/B)
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V25)
USB Port Replicator (VGP-UPR1)
Neoprene Case (VGP-AMC7)
Ladies Leather Tote (VGP-AML4)
Sport Messenger Bag (VGP-AMB10)
Bluetooth Laser Mouse   (VGP-BMS33/S)
18
Other
Color: Titanium Gray
UPC Code: 27242761254
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. TB means one trillion 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.
4.  Certain circumstances may limit/prevent Blu-ray Disc™ media playback. For optimal performance, download all updates from 
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/DRIVERS.
5.  Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices varies.
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 varies depending on the operating 
condition, version of device driver and system memory size.
11.  See actual limited warranty for details. For a copy of Sony's warranty, please visit www.esupport.sony.com, call toll-free 888-476-6972 (888-4SONYPC), or 
write to Sony Electronics, 12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.
12.  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 applicable software vendor.
13.  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 do not 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 
instructions presented during setup and paying the required fees.
14.  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.
15.  This trial software will work for ninety (90) days after you first use it. You will not be able to use the software if you do not 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 90-
day trial period, you must buy a subscription. You can subscribe online by following the conversion instructions presented during setup and paying the 
required fees.
16.  Requires high definition-capable display with HDMI™ connector. Image quality will vary.
17.  Broadband Internet service required along with third party services which may require a subscription or other service fee.
18.  Compatibility and performance in a 64 bit environment may vary. Check with the manufacturer of your software or accessory to ensure you have the latest 
updates.
 
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.
Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling 
information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).
©2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO, XBRITE-ECO, Sony 
logo, VAIO logo, MOTION EYE, Memory Stick PRO, MagicGate are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel, Centrino and Core are 
trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in 
the U.S. and in other countries. Blu-ray Disc and its logo are trademarks. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo is a regestered trademark of SIG, Inc. ENERGY STAR is 
a registered U.S. mark. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
Printed 11/08.
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Last Updated: 12/09/2009