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TechnoTV - Sony VAIO VGN-AW110J/H 18.4-Inch Laptop (2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 320 GB Hard Drive, XBRITE-ECO Blu-ray Drive, Vista Premium) Grey
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List Price: $1,599.99
Our Price: $1,368.59
Your Save: $ 231.40 ( 14% )
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Manufacturer: Sony
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Average Customer Rating:  
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Batteries Included: 1
Binding: Personal Computers
Brand: Sony
Color: Gray
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 2.26
CPU Type: Intel Core Duo
Display Size: 18.4
EAN: 0027242751576
Feature: Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 (2.26GHz), 3MB L2 cache
Floppy Disk Drive Description: None
Graphics Memory Size: 256
Hard Disk Size: 320
Label: Sony
Manufacturer: Sony
Model: VGN-AW110J/H
Modem Description: Fax / modem
Processor Count: 2
Publisher: Sony
Studio: Sony
System Bus Speed: 1066
System Memory Size: 4000
System Memory Type: DDR2 SDRAM
Warranty: 1 year warranty
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Features
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Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 (2.26GHz), 3MB L2 cache
Genuine Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64bit
18.4-Inch widescreen display with XBRITE-ECO technology
Blu-ray Disc optical drive and 4GB of RAM
320GB Serial ATA HDD and built-in 1.3MP camera
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating: 
Summary: Good, but no virtualization
Comment: I like this 18.4" laptop, but, like all Sony Vaios, it is missing a key feature: Sony does not enable Intel Virtualization, which means you cannot virtualize 64-bit operating systems, using tools like Virtual PC or VMWare Workstation.
So, if you're planning to load a virtual version of 64-bit XP or 64-bit Linux, don't try it with a Sony Vaio. It will not work. HP and Acer have models very similar to (and less expensive than) the Sony AW series; they will work for 64-bit virutalization.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Amazing desktop replacement
Comment: Fully loaded. Crystal clear huge 18.4 inch 1920 X 1080 HD LCD backed by NVIDIA's GForce 9600M GT card w/512 ram, Blue Ray DVD ROM, full size keyboard with numeric pad and 64 bit Vista Home Premium OS. Quick to set up, not too much bloatware. Runs graphic intensive programs quite well however a cooling tray such as NZXT's Cryo LX would be beneficial. Not a laptop, somewhat heavy, not something to easily tote from place to place unless you have a rolling case for it. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a desktop replacement with the advantage of being mobile.
Customer Rating:
Summary: A Good Value!
Comment: Pros:
Screen- 18.4", Full HD, 1920 by 1080 pixels, 16:9 aspect ratio. Biggest screen I have ever had (or seen) on a laptop.
Photographer's Laptop- Built in compact flash port, runs Adobe Lightroom 2 and Adobe Photoshop CS3 quite quickly, screen makes photos look really good and makes editing easy, included Roxio CD/DVD burning software that makes it easy to to put finished photos on a disk
Powerful system for the price- 4 Gigs of Ram, 320 GB Hard Drive. I have looked at systems with faster Dual Core processors and higher rpm hard drives- at twice the price of this system. I have not found this computer lacking in power in any way.
Full numeric keypad- Something I've always missed in a laptop and now I have it. No more cramping hands on those 'almost useful' regular keyboard adaptations or hauling around an external USB numeric keypad. This is a BIG feature for me.
Built in speakers with subwoofer are remarkably good.
Vista Home Premium- I guess I should turn in my geek card for saying this but I really like Vista- have since it came out. I'm not sure what all the hating it is about as I have found it stable, handy and full of great features. This computer is a replacement for my previous Vista computer that was stolen, and running XP for a few weeks on an backup laptop made me appreciate Vista even more.
Built in web cam and microphone- I've been Skyping on this new computer with family and love it. No extra stuff to carry about and I can video conference. I'm liking it. A lot!
Fingerprint sensor- I didn't think I would use this feature and when I discovered that I could swipe my finger rather than type in a password I use it all the time. I keep my laptop password protected but can be logged in in no time. Another cool feature.
All of this for less than two grand. THAT's a deal!
Cons:
Only 3 USB ports. What was Sony thinking? When there's a USB-compatible everything available now? While not a huge tragedy with all the USB hubs out there, I still think this is a design flaw. But it's the worst I could find in this great computer.
Other thoughts:
Docking. I don't have a real docking station but I plug this computer into a 24" Dell HD monitor with an HDMI cable and the display is GREAT. Even with a Blue-Ray disk. I tossed in a old Compaq USB keyboard and I run a two monitor system with the laptop. Very handy.
Recommended Accessory: The Microsoft Wireless Laser Mouse 8000 Microsoft Wireless Laser Mouse 8000
Love this Bluetooth mouse. I'm a left-handed person and a five button, ambidextrous, wireless, rechargeable mouse is cool.
In closing: I'm very happy with this laptop. Good price, good deal.
Customer Rating:
Summary: AW110,all of which offer this machine works fine.I do not care vista.I get ubuntu(linux)
Comment: Sony VAIO VGN-AW110J/H 18.4-Inch Laptop (2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 320 GB Hard Drive, XBRITE-ECO Blu-ray Drive, Vista Premium) Grey
This machine works fine, the graphics card (nvida), processor (P8400), ram (DDR2) ect.
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Editorial Reviews:
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The VAIO(R) AW notebook is a multimedia powerhouse boasting an 18.4" extra-widescreen display with XBRITE-ECO LCD technology. Designed to maximize LCD space while minimizing chassis size, this user-friendly notebook packs a powerful punch with Blu-ray Disc playback, external NVIDIA graphics and next-gen Intel Centrino 2 processor technology. Whether you're a gamer, photographer or movie enthusiast, this cutting-edge notebook lets you enjoy all your media in a 16:9 aspect ratio that offers a wider viewing area and workspace. And with Dolby Home Theater surround sound and 5 built-in speakers, including a subwoofer, you'll enjoy an immersive audio experience that puts this machine a step ahead of the pack. 18.4 (1680 x 945) XBRITE-FullHD Display Built-in 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera and Microphone with Face-Tracking NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GS with 256MB Dedicated Video Memory Intel High Definition Audio with Dolby Digital Live Built-in Stereo Speakers + 2W subwoofer Blu-Ray Reader DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN 802.11a/b/g/n Integrated Stereo AD2P Bluetooth Technology 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet Memory Stick/Memory Stick Duo with MagicGate(TM) Card Reader Secure Digital (SD) media slot ExpressCard 34 Slot 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone out, Microphone-in, S/PDIF, VGA, HDMI, IEEE 1394, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 17.2 (W) x 11.4 (D) x 1.56(H) Approximate Unit Weight - 8.4 Pounds
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