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That's what I did. I had a first generation 32gb usb3 stick I'm using for that.

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Anyone bought RAM for this from Sony? How much are they please (doesn't matter what country)?

thanks

 

Even if you buy it, is it even possible to install it? I thought it was soldered onto the MoBo.

 

According to a few people on here, it is not soldered but you can only buy it from Sony, as its propeitary RAM.

 

If I order one with large battery option, does it only come with that, or a large AND small/standard?

 

It'll come with the internal and the extra sheet one that is atached to the bottom of the laptop.

 

I thought so, but wasn't really shure as the Norwegian Sony site is not too good with the text and translations, as it actually under the option said it is sticking out a bit more on the rear (I guess the option text is from an earlier or other modell). Well anyway..

I did order a new Z today.
I have the old Z1 i7, but it is getting a bit old and unstable (heats up and shuts down no warning, the screen has some areas with "patterns" of stuck pixels or whatewer). Have been looking for discounts and "used"(returned) computers from Sony outlet store, did miss one with over 50% discount, but today a couple of Z13 showed up for a reduced price (but not 50%), but I jumped into it fearing it would be gone (I could wait for the discount to get bigger, as on the first I saw, but didn't take the chance).

Specs:
-FullHD
-Premium Black
-i7-3612QM,2,1GHz
-512 GB
-8 GB
-PMD with DVD
-Trådløs LAN
-WAN
-Extended battery
-Windows 7 Home Premium

 

I ordered a little less premium one and it got shipped yesterday. I will not see it until Dec 21st as it is being sent to my address in the UK and I am working outside of the country and a friend is coming here from the UK and will bring it for me.

My specs:

Intel®Core(TM)i7-3632QM,2.2GHz
Windows® 7 Home Premium
Carbon Black
256 GB SATA Gen3 Flash SSD
8 GB 1600 MHz DDR3-SDRAM
No Power Media Dock
33.2 cm LCD, 1600x900 Premium
No Wireless WAN
Long-Life battery


I keep thinking if I should not have ordred full HD screen, but somehow see no reason to have it on such a small screen.

 

I ordered a very similarly spec'd machine as well. Everything the same as yours, except I got the FHD screen. I had a question to those who use the Z3 and have the FHD screen. Do you guys run at the default DPI (125%) or do you put it down to 100%?

 

I run 125%, when I first switched from 900P to 1080P I bumped it to 150% but some things don't scale so nicely and I quickly got used to it, so 125% it is.

 

Thanks for the reply Qwaarjet. How are you liking the Z so far? How do you think it compares to the macbook retina 13

 

I have 1080p and run at 100 %. I'm nearsighted so I have pretty good detail vision. For me it's perfect, just as much space as my old 1080p 15.6"

 

Thanks. How often do you watch 1080p movies on it? How nice does it look? I can't wait to get this laptop lol.

 

Yeah, 1080p movies on a 13" screen. That is exactly why I did not get HFD, I see no point in doing stuff like that, but that is just MHO and YMMV.

 

A question.

Has anyone tried buying a slim AC adapter for their Vaio Z?For my HP Envy, I had one that was modual allowing to disassemble it completely and it came iwth a nice case too.

Any pointers for something slim for the VAIO?

 

The adapter it comes with isn't overly bulky. The power cable is what really adds to it. If you won't need to run the power supply a very long length, you can do what I do, and replace the cable with this:

Plug Adapter NEMA 5-15 Plug (Angled Up) to IEC 60320 C5 Down Connector Block Adapter - Our Item #: 3160, Category: NEMA Straight Blade 15 Amp Adapters : StayOnline

much more portable this way



edit:

even cheaper here, but not right angled
http://www.sfcable.com/YL-1214.html

 

I am not really after the plug or cable, but the whole AC adapter.

I found Belkin APA042EU/UK - anyone tried it?

 

Hm, not sure I follow your reasoning. You didn't want a 1080p because you're not watching 1080p movies?

My original plan was to buy a new computer with 1080p and 15". But when I discovered that I can get just as much desktop place on this awesome small laptop I bought this instead. When multitasking with Photoshop, Illustrator, Word and browsing, it is very nice to have as much space as possible

 

How many more disclaimers do I have to add? My opinion, that is it.

 

I use this USNA 120 - Cooler Master

It's quite a bit smaller and slimmer, and comes with USB charging ports so I don't need to carry a separate charger for my phone/iPad.

I also use a retractable power cord to keep things tidy in my laptop bag.

 

That looks good.

Is it not a bit too powerful, though? The Z uses a 90W adapter and as far as I know, charging a battery faster makes it show signs of wear faster too.

EDIT
I have looked at these:
http://www.kensington.com/kensingto...laptop-power-adapter-with-usb-power-port.aspx
http://www.kensington.com/kensingto...power™-laptop-phone-tablet-charger.aspx
http://www.targus.com/uk/product_details.asp?sku=APA042EU

 

When I plug in my Etymotic HF3 earphones (iPhone compatible), the sound is tinny and sound comes from BOTH my laptop and the earphones.

Apparently this is because the Sony noise-cancelling earphones have 5 pins and the iPhone-type has 4 pins (see http://forum.notebookreview.com/son...-through-laptop-headphones-2.html#post7931991).

Does anyone know where I can find such an adapter or is there any workaround to have iPhone-type earphones work properly on the new Z?

 

I'm not sure but I believe the rated wattage is the maximum the adapter can handle, it's up to the device to draw the current it needs.

 

You might be right.

I have to wait for my VAIO to arrive and see what kind of adapter it comes with. I will then buy another one as I need to have one at home and one at work.

 

Just got mine Z3 now.
First impressions, compared to my old Vaio VPC-Z1:

-Wow, really beautiful finish on the Premium Black carbon lid. Doesn't seem to sensitive for fingerprints eihter.
-A bit wider computer than the Z1 (why didn't they make the keyboard or screen bigger - there is room?)
-The keyboard does not feel as good, light and responsive (missing a firmer feathering feeling), hope they will "loosen" up to get a better feeling (or I'll probably just get used to it)
-The trackpad has a surface layour instead of flat, I guess I'll get used to that too.
-The small charger is quit a bit smaller and lighter than the Z1 charger. And I can use my old ones as well, one in the livingroom, sleepingroom etc..
-The battery sheeth is lighter than expected (on it's own), and just turns the computer into a "regular" coumputer size- and weight wise. I will probably rarely use it. But really nice for trips where power is limited I guess.
-More quiet than the Z1 when not working (haven't tried with any load yet).
-Not as bright FHD display as the Z1 (1600x900) as I've read earlier. Would be good with a brighter screen just sometimes..
-Booting in about 30sec (including fast typing of login password, and 10 sec software loading and connecting to wireless after logging in).

These are just the very first impressions, I have only had it out of the box for 15 minutes.. Even though there are some small negative points, I really like it.

(might take some nice pics of the Z3 and Z1 compared if anyone is interested.)

What steps should I take to get a clean as possible windows installation?
Remove things manually, or install windows from scratch? (and which are the steps, where do I get the software etc. I'm shure this has been talked about, appreciate some links)

 

All the good stuff only makes me want mine to arrive. Not until Dec 21st, though. I will get right before Christmas

 

You should. I haven't even mentioned the performance, light weight or slim design, but that shouldn't come as a surprise..
(I ordered mine two days ago - great discount and instant delivery from the web outlet store. )

 

you'll get used to the keyboard quickly, or at least I did. I thought it was strange when I moved on from my Z1, but now it feels normal to me. The brightness too.

 

I find this weird that people are complaining about the brightness. Isn't the screen supposed to be really bright (300nitz).

 

I think it's plenty bright now, it's just that the 900P on my Z1 was ridiculously bright, so comparatively it was less so. Now that I no longer have my Z1 and just use the SVZ, I no longer think it's lacking in brightness. I turned it down to minimum when used in a pitch black room.

 

Out of curiosity:

Is it possible to switch the FN keys to be used without FN and what is usually used without FN to be use with FN? My HP Envy has that option.

 

Trying to do a clean install. I have installed win 7, and now I'm trying to install drivers, but I keep getting this message when installing drivers (on all I've tried so far!):


"This update is not intended for use with your computer model."

I have downloaded the drivers from here:
Sony : SVZ1311C5E oppdateringer | Last ned oppdateringer for SVZ1311C5E

I forgot to take a backup of the laptop exept making a recovery USB-stick. I read afterword that the drivers where on C (and I didn't have to download them). Will they show up again if I use the recovery stick to reinstall windows and sony stuff? I didn't find any place in the recovery steps other than re-installing everything, for example just installing drivers or sony software.

 

Hey Guys. I'm set to receive my Vaio Z on December 6th, and have just ordered the 25-16 Waterfield Sleevecase for it. Has anyone used this sleeve for the Vaio Z, does it provide for good protection for this laptop?

 

Which one is the 25-16.I have a Waterfield Sleevecase that was custom made to fit the SVZ snugly even if you have the extended battery attached.Protection wise excellent.

 

It says u added to add picks, I'd really like to see if you don't mind.

 

It says u added to add picks, I'd really like to see if you don't mind.

 

Sorry was trying to upload photos with my iphone 5 (new) used to android and some stuff is different.Anyway check the pics if you need additional photos let me know.


** Watch this video it was for the Z2 = SVZ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNfdWhiOhVk

 

Thanks a lot man! Helps a lot.

 

BTW., is the charger that comes iwth the Z13 a 60/65W or a 90W one?

 

^^ I have the same question as well.

 

Here: TH Link it says that it comes with a 65W AC Adaptor.

Also, in reviews I read that the PMD comes with 'a more powerfule adaptor' which might mean a 90W one and confirm that the Z13 itself has a 65W one bundled.

Correct me if I am wrong, just trying to work it out and Uncle Google does seem very helpful with this.

 

Does anyone have updated their ATI or intel graphic card without the Vaio Assistant.
I have few glitches and Iam looking to get new versions...
Same question for the chipset, Intel released updated version but it seems Sony did not offer them yet

PS here my Ati driver

 

Since I don't have a PMD, I only use the Intel driver, and I always just download the latest one from Intel and install it myself.

Do you have a PMD and thus need the ATI driver?

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Still hoping someone can confirm that the standard Z13 AC adapter is 65W.

 

it's 65W for the SVZ charger. The PMD adapter is 120W.

 

Thanks!

Can you confirm what the exact ratings are? 19.5/3.3?

 

yup, you got it right. 19.5/3.3.


PMD charger is 19.5/6.2

 

I just purchased a PMD with Bluray for my SVZ.Do I need to install any drivers from Sony site or it is just plug and play..

 

Do you have the stock drivers that came with your system? If so, it should be plug and play. Go into your Uninstall/Change a program menu in windows and see if you have any drivers by ATI, if so, you're good. If you previously removed them to install soley an Intel driver, then you'll need to uninstall the Intel driver and install Sony's package which includes both ATI/Intel drivers in one.

 

Just have the Intel Graphics installed.Thanks for info..