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    Sony VAIO NS230E/W 15.4" WSGA-Intel Pentium Dual-Core 2.16GHz, 3GB, 250GB HDD-$649.95 @buy.com

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by Cin', Mar 5, 2009.

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    Hey all!

    buy.com has: Sony VAIO NS230E/W Notebook-VGNNS230E/W-Sony VAIO NS Series Laptop Intel Pentium Dual-Core 2.16GHz, 3GB, 250GB HDD, 15.4" WSGA, DVD/RW, Webcam, Windows Vista Home - Reg. Price $729.99, Sale Price $649.95 + free shipping!


    Looks to be a decent price! :D

    http://www.buy.com/prod/sony-vaio-n...loc/101/210572646.html?adid=17654&dcaid=17654

    Other info:
    Features
    • Dual-core CPU delivers superior performance
    • 15.4" widescreen display features a 1280 x 800 resolution, making text very easy to read
    • A/V mode gives you easy access to media, and can be controlled by the convenient control buttons
    • Windows Live OneCare software features a 90-day subscription, protecting your computer from viruses and other forms of malware
    • Webcam and microphone make videoconferencing a reality
    • Integrated webcam and microphone make videoconferencing a reality
    • FireWire port allows you to capture and edit digital video
    • Integrated card reader can download images from Memory Stick and Secure Digital cards
    Tech Specs
    • Processor
    • 2.16GHz Intel Pentium Processor T3400
    • Cache
    • L2: 1MB
    • System Bus
    • 667MHz
    • Memory
    • Slots: 2
    • Type: PC2-5300 667MHz DDR2 SO-DIMM
    • Installed: 3GB (1x2GB, 1x1GB)
    • Capacity: 4GB
    • Configuration: 512MB, 1GB, or 2GB SO-DIMMs
    • Display
    • Type: Widescreen TFT-LCD with XBRITE-ECO Technology
    • Size: 15.4"
    • Native Resolution: 1280 x 800
    • Graphics Display Card
    • ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3430 with 1510MB Total Available Graphics Memory
    • Storage and Expansion
    • Hard Drive
    • Bays: 1
    • Installed: 250GB, 5400rpm
    • Type: SATA
    • Optical Drive
    • Installed: SuperMulti DVD Burner
    • Input/Output Connectors
    • Ports
    • 4x USB 2.0
    • 1x 4-Pin FireWire-400
    • Display Output
    • 1x VGA
    • Audio
    • Speakers: Stereo
    • Headphone: 1x
    • Microphone: 1x Input, 1x Integrated
    • Video
    • Digital: 1x In/Out via FireWire-400/iLink
    • WebCam
    • Yes
    • Flash Media Slot
    • 1x Memory Stick PRO (Standard/Duo) with MagicGate
    • 1x Secure Digital
    • Communications
    • Wired
    • Network: 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Connector (RJ-45)
    • Modem: V.92/V.90 56k Modem (RJ-11)
    • Wireless
    • Wi-Fi: 802.11b/g/n
    • Bluetooth: None
    • General
    • Operating System
    • Windows Vista Home Premium
    • Security
    • None
    • Internet Access
    • AOL 90-Day Trial for New Users
    • Keyboard
    • QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
    • Pointing Device
    • Electro-Static Touch Pad
    • Battery
    • Lithium-Ion Battery
    • Power Requirements
    • AC: 100-240VAC
    • Consumption: 95W
    • Dimensions (WxHxD)
    • 14.2 x 1.2-1.5 x 10.6" (36 x 3.1-3.8 x 27cm)
    • Weight
    • 6.4 lb (2.9kg)

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    Hope it helps someone!

    Cin ;) :)
     
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