Sony VAIO VGN-AR130G 17" Notebook PC (Intel Core Duo Processor T2300, 1024 MB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD+R Dbl Layer/DVD+/-RW D

price: $1,660.00

SKU: VGN-AR130G

Sales Rank: 224

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Product Description

Sony VGN-AR130G is a notebook PC like no other. The luxuriously designed VAIO(R) AR Digital Studio notebook PC is the ultimate performer. With a 17? WXGA+ (1440x900) display, HDMI output, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005, NVIDIA GeForce Go 7 graphics and an Intel Core Duo Centrino processor, you will experience entertainment and gaming like never before on any notebook. The VAIO(R) AR Notebook is a ? Windows Vista Capable? PC, when available. Sound System - Sony Sound Reality Audio Enhancer Screen or Display Technology - WXGA plus 17 Widescreen with Resolution of 1440x900 and XBRITE(TM) Technology Graphics Processor - NVDIA GeForce Go 7400 Video RAM - 64MB +TurboCache supporting up to 256MB Connections - Ethernet Port - 1 / HDMI Connection Output(s) - 1 / Headphone Jack - 1 / i.LINK(R) Interface - 1 (4pin) IEEE 1394 / Modem Jack - 1 / Microphone Input - 1 / Port Replicator Connector(s) - 1 (replicator is optional) / S-Video Output(s) - 1 / USB Port(s) - 3 (2.0 compliant) / VGA Output(s) - 1 /S/PDIF Output(s) - 1 / Networking / Modem / Wireless WiFi 802.11g Unit Dimensions - 16.4(W) x 1.32(H) x 11.8(D) / Weight 8.4 lbs Standard Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2B); AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V15) Power Cord; Pre-installed Operating System - Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 with Update Rollup 2, with Sony Bundled software assortment (some trial versions) already on hard drive Sony USA Limited Warranty and Onsite Service - 1 Year Limited Warranty with Onsite Service

Product Specification

Binding:: Personal Computers
Brand:: Sony
CPUManufacturer:: Intel
CPUSpeed:: 1.66 GHz
CPUType:: Intel Core Duo
DisplaySize:: 17 inches
EAN:: 0027242696266
Feature:: Powerful portable digital studio notebook PC with 17-inch screen and 1.67 GHz Core Duo T2300 processor
160 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM (2 GB max), multi-format/dual-layer DVD burner
Three USB 2.0, one FireWire, HDMI out, ExpressCard/54 slot, S/PDIF digital audio out, memory card reader (SD, Memory Stick)
Nvidia GeForce Go 7400 with 64 MB video RAM, tri-mode wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g), Ethernet, modem
Windows XP Media Center 2005, Update Rollup 2
FloppyDiskDriveDescription:: None
HardDiskSize:: 160 GB
Label:: Sony IT
Manufacturer:: Sony IT
Model:: VGN-AR130G
ModemDescription:: Fax / modem
ProcessorCount:: 2
ProductGroup:: Personal Computer
Publisher:: Sony IT
ReleaseDate:: 2006-05-16
Studio:: Sony IT
SystemBusSpeed:: 667 unknown-units
SystemMemorySize:: 1000 MB
SystemMemoryType:: DDR2 SDRAM
Title:: Sony VAIO VGN-AR130G 17" Notebook PC (Intel Core Duo Processor T2300, 1024 MB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD+R Dbl Layer/DVD+/-RW Drive)
UPC:: 027242696266
Warranty:: 1 year warranty
MPN:: VGN-AR130G

Customer Reviews

SONY VAIO AR Series ROCKS!

I have my VAIO for three months and It works very good. The big screen it's the best and the design of the notebook it's the best. I used to make multimedia content and develop systems. The user experiencie is awesome... because you have a lot of space to work and multitasking work. About the heat, It's not a problem, I work a lot of hours with no problems, well only when you put a CD/DVD it makes a lot of noise, but that is because the quality of the disc.I have to problem with my VAIO, when I...

10/16/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Sony is fine. Their screens are the best. And, none of mine have ever broken down.

I have always had Sony laptops and been very happy with them. Their screen is better than anything else I have looked at in the local computer stores. My latest laptop is still working fine after 4 years of daily use! Yes, Sony laptops have had problems with running hot. But, they are fine as long as you keep the airway clear of dust.I will continue to buy Sony until I have a problem. I use mine every day and still am very pleased with the bright, clear screen! It makes my work a pleasure. I have...

10/16/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Sony Vaio Laptops are the worst in the world, take it from a corporate IT guy who supports thousands of these worthless bricks !

Sony Vaio Laptops are the worst in the world, take it from a corporate IT guy who supports thousands of these worthless bricks !Summary of problems:1. Hooooot2. Unreliable3. Unreliable CD4. Dead LCD's5. Horrible batteries and failing power adapters6. Tech support is a joke, so bad it is almost funnyREAD THIS REVIEW FOR ELABORATIONI work for an advertising and greeting card company here in the Kansas City area, a real hall mark of the industry. ;-).When I read all of these positive reviews on Amazon...

8/16/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews