Sony VPCSE13FX Specification Guide

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1. GHz denotes maximum microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary based 
on application.
2. Requires a system with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology. Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 
and Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 are only available on select Intel® processors. 
Consult your PC manufacturer. Performance varies depending on hardware, software, 
and system configuration. For more information, visit http://www.intel.com/go/turbo.
4. 1 GB = one billion bytes.  Actual formatted capacity will be less.
6. Allocation of system memory to graphics varies depending on operating condition, 
version of device driver and total system memory size.
7. Microsoft® Office Starter: reduced-functionality Word and Excel® only, with advertis-
ing. No PowerPoint® or Outlook®.
8. For some third party software, Sony provides initial support. Additional support may be 
available from the applicable vendor. Availability may vary by vendor.
9. Requires an Intel® Wireless Display-enabled system, compatible adapter, and TV. 
1080p and Blu-ray™ or other protected content playback only available on 2nd gen 
Intel® Core™ processor-based PCs with built-in visuals enabled, a compatible adapter 
and media player, and supporting Intel WiDi software and graphics driver installed. 
Consult your PC manufacturer. For more information, see www.intel.com/go/widi.
10. Based on Sony engineering.  Actual performance may vary considerably based on 
hardware configuration, software, power management settings, environmental condi-
tions, wireless connectivity and other factors.  Maximum battery capacity will normally 
decrease with time and use.
12. Norton™ Internet Security 2012 30-day subscription is pre-installed on your Sony VAIO 
PC. You need to activate the software for the product to work. After your 30-days are 
finished, buy Norton Internet Security to continue to be protected from viruses, hackers 
and identify theft.
13. Availability may be limited.  See limited warranty for details.
19. No system can provide absolute security under all conditions. Requires an Intel® 
Identity Protection Technology-enabled system, including a 2nd gen Intel® Core™ 
processor, enabled chipset, firmware, and software, and participating website. Consult 
your system manufacturer. Intel assumes no liability for lost or stolen data and/or systems 
or any resulting damages. For more information, visit http://ipt.intel.com.
20. Not all models applicable.  Registration required. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details.
Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and 
measures are approximate.
Certain Microsoft products included with this computer may use technological measures 
for copy protection.  IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU 
DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation 
procedures and Microsoft’s privacy policy will be detailed during initial launch of the 
product, or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations 
of the computer and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may 
apply).
This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy 
efficiency.
©2013 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without 
written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, Memory Stick Duo, Exmor, S-Force, Vegas, 
ACID, Sound Forge, VAIO Care Media Gallery and the Sony make.believe logo are 
trademarks of Sony in the U.S. and in other countries. Intel, Core and Pentium are 
trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the U.S. and in other countries. Microsoft, Windows 
and Excel are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and in other 
countries. Blu-ray Disc and its logo is a trademark. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo 
are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Dolby and Dolby Home Theater are 
registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Norton Internet Security is a trademark of 
Symantec Corporation or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks 
are trademarks of their respective owners.
Certain restrictions apply. See www.sonystyle.com/espterms for more information.
UPC: 027242863736 / Updated: February 28, 2013
Specifications
Processor
Processor Type
Intel® Core™ i7-2640M
Processor Technology
Dual Core
Processor Speed
2.80GHz
1
 with Intel® 
Turbo Boost Technology 
up to 3.50GHz
2
Processor Cache
4MB
Display
Screen Size
15.5"
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Display Technology
Full HD, IPS Technology
Backlight Technology
LED
Memory
Installed Memory
8GB (4GB onboard + 
4GB)
Memory Type/Speed
DDR3/1333MHz
Max. Memory
8GB
Graphics
Graphics Processor
AMD Radeon™ HD 
6630M
Graphics Technology
Hybrid Graphics
Graphics Video RAM
1GB dedicated
6
Storage
Storage Type
Serial ATA
Storage Capacity
750GB
4
Storage Technology
5400rpm
Optical Drive
Optical Drive Type
CD/DVD Player / Burner
Optical Drive Support - 
CD/DVD
Read / Write
Hardware
Camera
Built-in HD web camera 
powered by Exmor™ 
sensor and microphone
Keyboard
QWERTY, 103 keys with 
1.7mm stroke and 
19.05mm pitch
10-Key Numeric Pad
Yes
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
Audio
Sound System
Intel® High Definition 
Audio with Dolby® 
Home Theater® 
Technology v4
Inputs and Outputs
Port Replicator 
Connector
1
DC-In
1
USB 3.0
1
USB 2.0
2
VGA Output(s)
1
Headphone Output
1
Secure Digital (SD) Slot
1
Memory Stick Duo™
1
HDMI® Output(s)
1
Wireless/Networking
Bluetooth® Technology
Bluetooth Integrated 
Stereo A2DP (2.1 + EDR)
Ethernet Protocol
1000BASE-T/100BASE-
TX/10BASE-T
Wi-Fi® Adapter
Intel® Centrino® 
Advanced-N 6230
WiDi Ready
Yes - Intel® Wireless 
Display Technology
9
Software
Operating System
Genuine Windows® 7 
Home Premium with 
Service Pack 1 64-bit
Supplied Software
Microsoft® Office 
Starter with reduced-
functionality versions 
of Word and Excel®
7
VAIO Care™, Media 
Gallery™, PMB - VAIO 
Edition
Anti-Virus Software
Norton Internet 
Security™ 2012 30-Day 
Trial Offer
12
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term
1 Year
Onsite/In-Home Service
Yes
13
International Service
Yes
20
Toll-Free Phone Support
888-476-6972
8
Priority Phone Support
239-768-7605
8
Environmental Information
ENERGY STAR®
5
ROHS®
Compliant
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.)
14.97" (W) x 0.97" (H) x 
10.08" (D)
Weight (Approx.)
4.40 lbs. (with Internal 
Battery)
Power
Battery Type
Internal Lithium Polymer 
Battery (4400mAh)
Battery Life
Up to 6 hours
10
DVD Playback
Up tp 3 hours and 30 
minutes
10
General
Security
Trusted Platform Module 
(TCG ver. 1.2 certified), 
Symantec™ Validation 
and ID Protection 
Service (VIP)
19
Action Buttons
VAIO, ASSIST, WEB, 
Speed/Stamina, 
Wireless On/Off
Pointing Device
Touchpad (Gesture 
supported)
Accessories
Supplied Accessories
Internal Lithium Polymer 
Battery (4400mAh), AC 
Adapter, Power Cord
Colors
Color
Jet Black