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VGN-Z46GD/B

VGN-Z46GD/B

VAIO Z Series

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P9700 (2.80GHz)

Model Features : 13.1” WXGA++, NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS notebook graphics processing unit (GPU) (SPEED MODE) / Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD (STAMINA MODE)

RM7,999.00

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VGN-Z46GD/U

VGN-Z46GD/U

VAIO Z Series

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P9700 (2.80GHz)

Model Features : 13.1” WXGA++, NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS notebook graphics processing unit (GPU) (SPEED MODE) / Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD (STAMINA MODE)

RM8,099.00

or Pay RM 675 monthly with

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Bluetooth® Laser Mouse
VGP-BMS33/R

Bluetooth® Laser Mouse
VGP-BMS33/G

Bluetooth® Laser Mouse
VGP-BMS33/H

Bluetooth® Laser Mouse
VGP-BMS33/W

Bluetooth® Laser Mouse
VGP-BMS33/NJ

Bluetooth® Laser Mouse
VGP-BMS33/P

Bluetooth® Laser Mouse
VGP-BMS33/B

AC Adaptor
AC19V26

VAIO PC Cleaning Kit
VGP-CG100

USB Docking Station
VGP-UPR1

Processor

Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology
Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor P9700 (2.80 GHz)

Operation System

Genuine Windows Vista® Business 64-bit (English Version) with Service Pack 1

Display Type

13.1" wide (WXGA++: 1600 x 900) TFT colour display (Clear Tough LCD [Rich Colour])

Graphics

NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS notebook graphics processing unit (GPU) (SPEED MODE) / Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD (STAMINA MODE)

Memory

6 GB DDR3 SDRAM*3 (max 8GB)

Storage

320 GB (Serial ATA 7200 rpm)

Optical drive

DVD±RW/±R DL/ RAM

Wireless

IEEE 802.11a/b/g/DraftN, Bluetooth Standard Ver.2.1+EDR

Weight

1.48kg

Since its introduction, each new VAIO model has been a showcase of our advanced technological know-how. Till today, this unfailing principle remains very much an integral part of our product development process. Every technological aspect has been carefully thought out when integrating cutting-edge design with advanced technology all with the sole purpose of creating a unique and fulfilling user experience for our valued customers.

Communication

Stay Connected with Motion Eye Camera
First introduced in the VAIO C1, the built-in Motion Eye camera and microphone lets you video conference with loved ones anytime,anywhere.

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Beautiful

Superb Viewing with Advanced LCD Technology
Pursuing the goal of television-like clarity in a notebook, VAIO’s Clear Bright Technology offers you astounding colour reproduction, amazing clarity and detailed contrast.

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Original

Complete Experience with VAIO Software
Most VAIO models come with a suite of Sony exclusive software such as VAIO Movie Story and VAIO Music Box, providing non-stop video editing and music enjoyment.

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Secure

Data Security with HDD Protection
To help prevent data loss from any unfortunate accidents, a special HDD Protection mechanism moves the reading arm away from the disk during impacts and falls.

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Next-Generation

Next - Generation Entertainment with Blu-ray Disc™ Playback
TVs and camcorders are all going HD, so why not your computer? Enjoy all the benefits of reading and writing to Blu-ray Disc™ with VAIO - from watching the latest HD movies to making your own HD home videos.
Applicable to selected models of each VAIO series.

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Comfort

Ease-of-Use with Ergonomic Keyboard
Inspired by a Japanese rock garden, the VAIO keyboard is uniquely designed,comfortable to use and more hygienic as it repels dust.

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Material

Light and Durable Carbon Fibre Construction
You'll appreciate the rugged durability and lightweight portability of carbon fibre. It's the same material used in Formula One race cars and high-tech airplanes.

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Endurance

Long-Lasting Power with Ultra Stamina
If you're on the move an entire day, you'll need battery power that lasts just as long. The new VAIO TZ offers power up to an incredible 12 hours respectively, providing truly powerful mobile performance.

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Slimness

Portability with Ultra-Slim LCD
Slimmer panels and strong carbon fibre casing means your VAIO has the thinnest LCD ever - as slender as 4.4mm - without sacrificing any brightness or colour vibrancy.

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Efficient

Versatility with Hybrid Graphics System
This handy Hybrid Graphics System selector is right next to the keyboard, so you can choose between high-performance graphics or longer battery life with the flick of a switch.

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Surround Sound

Enveloping Sound with Dolby Sound Room
A sound-enhancing technology introduced in the VAIO FW, Dolby Sound Room comprises a suite of technologies that delivers cinema-quality surround sound for an enveloping listening experience

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Customisation

Easy Mode Changes with Switch Function
The Switch function enables customisation of "personalities" or modes for home, work and entertainment. At the press of a key, Switch instantly changes the operating environment to match your usage requirements.

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Model	VGN-Z46GD/B,/U
Processor	Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor P9700 (2.80 GHz) Intel® WiFi Link 5100 Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Operating System	Genuine Windows Vista® Business 64-bit (English Version) with Service Pack 1 Language Pack: Hong Kong Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Thai
Chipset	Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Processor System Bus	1066 MHz
Memory Bus	1066 MHz
Cache Memory	6 MB
Main Memory
Pre-installed/Max	6 GB DDR3 SDRAM*3 (max 8GB)
SO-DIMM slots	2 SO-DIMM slots (The pre-installed memory module uses two)
Hard Disk Drive	320 GB*4 (Serial ATA, 7200 rpm)
Optical Disc Drive	DVDRW/R DL/RAM Drive
Drive	DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM Drive
Maximum Reading Speed	DVD+R: 8x (Single Layer), 8x (Double Layer)/ DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 8x (Dual Layer)/ DVD+RW: 8x/DVD-RW: 8x/ DVD-ROM: 8x/DVD-RAM: 5x/ CD-ROM: 24x/CD-R: 24x/CD-RW: 24x
Maximum Writing Speed	DVD+R: 8x (Single Layer), 4x (Double Layer)/ DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 4x (Dual Layer) DVD+RW: 8x/DVD-RW: 6x/ DVD-RAM: 5x/ CD-R: 24x/CD-RW: 16x
Graphics Accelerator	NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS notebook graphics processing unit (GPU) (SPEED MODE) / Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD (STAMINA MODE)
Dedicated Video Memory	256 MB (SPEED MODE)
Display	13.1" wide (WXGA++: 1600 x 900) TFT colour display (Clear Tough LCD [Rich Colour])
Interfaces
USB	High Speed USB 2.0 x 2
i.LINK (IEEE 1394)	4 pin (S400) x 1
Network (RJ-45) Connector	10Base-T/100Base-TX / 1000Base-T x 1
Display Output Connector	Analogue RGB, mini D-sub 15 pin x 1
Headphone	Stereo mini jack x 1
Microphone	Stereo mini jack x 1
Output Connector	x 1
Modem	V.92 and V.90 Compliant x 1
Memory Stick Slot	Memory Stick (Standard/Duo Size compatible, MagicGate compatible, Memory Stick PRO compatible, High-speed data transfer compatible)*5
SD Memory Card Slot	SD Memory Card*6 (SDHC compatible, MMC compatible)
DC IN	DC IN x 1
Others	Docking Station Connector x 1
Wireless Connection
Wireless LAN Type	Integrated Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g/Draft n*7
Wireless LAN Data Rate	maximum 11Mbps (802.11b)/54 Mbps (802.11a/g) 300 Mbps (Draft 802.11n)*8
Wireless LAN Frequency	5 GHz (802.11a/Draft n), 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/Draft n)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth standard Ver. 2.1+EDR
PC Card Slot	ExpressCard™/34 x 1
Fingerprint Sensor	x 1
Security Chip	TCG Ver.1.2 compliant Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Camera	Effective pixels: 640x 480
Audio	Intel® High Definition Audio compatible 3D audio (Direct Sound 3D support) Built-in stereo speakers Built-in monaural microphone
Keyboard/Input Device	Approx. 19 mm key pitch/2.5 mm keystroke , 82keys Intelligent Touchpad
Battery Life
Bundled Battery	VGP-BPS12 Lithium-ion battery: up to 5 hours of use
Optional Long Battery	VGP-BPL12 Lithium-ion battery: up to 7.5 hours of use
Dimensions (W x H x D)	314 x 24.5-33.0 x 210 mm
Weight	1.48 kg (including the supplied battery)
Included Software	Video Edit/Playback: VAIO Movie Story, Adobe ® Premiere ® Elements ® 7, VAIO Edit Components, WinDVD for VAIO DVD Creation: Click to Disc, Click to Disc Editor Music: VAIO MusicBox, SonicStage Mastering Studio Still Image/Photo: PMB(Picture Motion Browser), Windows® Photo Gallery, Adobe® Photoshop® Elements® 7 Home Network: VAIO Media plus Word Processor/Spreadsheet: 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Professional 200710 Tool:* Roxio Easy Media Creator, Adobe® Reader® 9, McAfee PC SecurityCenter 30-day Free Trial11 Utilities:* VAIO Control Center, VAIO Presentation Support, Infineon TPM Professional Package (Installer), Protector Suite QL, WebCam Companion, Magic-i™ Visual Effects Support: VAIO Recovery Center, VAIO Update, VAIO Data Restore Tool
Supplied Accessories	AC Adaptor (VGP-AC19V32) Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS12)*13 Cleaning cloth Windows®XP Professional Install Disc
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. 1 CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions. 2 Intel® Virtualization Technology is not supported. 3 If memory modules of the same capacity are installed to both of the two memory module slots, the supported dual channel mode provides better performance. 4 GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard disk drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of hard disk drive space is reserved as a recovery partition. 5 Compatibility confirmed with Sony branded "Memory Stick" media only. 6 The copyright protection of the SD Memory Card is not supported. 7 The maximum communication distance can vary depending on the obstacles or the distance between the communication devices, the radio waves, the operating system or the software being used. 8 The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use. In addition, communication may be cut off depending on the radio conditions. 9 Estimated battery life (under JEITA Battery Run Time Measurement Method ver.1.0,measurement method (a)). Actual battery life may vary with different operating conditions and settings. For further details, please visit http://www.sony-asia.com/support/vaio/jeita 10 This software is intended for evaluation purposes only. It must be activated before actual use, and the activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch. Activation requires Internet access, which enables certain functions included. This software has an expiration date of 60 days from date of first use, at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting options and operation 11 Free use of 90 days. Further update will be charged. 12 This product may only function with a genuine Sony battery designed for this model. [AVC HD Playback] - Depending on system environment, you may find sound interruptions and/or dropped frames during AVC HD playback. [Restriction on OS Downgrade to Windows® XP] Note that certain features and software of the followings are unusable after downgrading from Windows Vista® to Windows® XP (applies to the VAIO models equipped): - Blu-ray Disc™ read / write function (excluding CD/DVD read and write functions) - VAIO HDD Protection - SSD RAID function - Sony original audio and visual software - Non-Sony software (e.g. InterVideo WinDVD, etc.) - Instant Mode - Plug and Display function - Zoom function by Fn+F9/F10 - VAIO Recovery Tool - Dynamic Hybrid Graphic system (need to reboot for changing the speed /stamina mode) - Noise canceling function - Ambient light sensor function - Quick Charge function - HDMI function - No manual available on how to use Windows® XP - Addition to the listed above, other features and software may not be used. The trademarks, including but not limited to "SONY", "VAIO", "Memory Stick" and "SonicStage" are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. Adobe, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Reader and Adobe Premiere are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Centrino, Centrino Inside, Centrino Logo, Core Inside, Intel, Intel Logo, Intel Core, Intel Inside, Intel Inside Logo, Pentium and Pentium Inside are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Windows, Windows Vista, the Windows logo and Microsoft are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Whilst information given is true at time of printing, small production changes in the course of our company's policy of improvement through research and design might not necessarily be included in the specifications. E&OE. Actual models may differ slightly in appearance to illustrations provided.