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    Is there a non-backlit version of the new Z series?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by RazorJimmy, Apr 19, 2010.

  1. RazorJimmy

    RazorJimmy Notebook Enthusiast

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    My friend just ordered a Z series, but it doesn't specifically say backlit keyboard. Is there ANY chance that the keyboard might lack back lighting?
     
    RazorJimmy, Apr 19, 2010
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    mfpreach Notebook Evangelist

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    No, you have to turn it on in the vaio control center and it has to be dark.
     
    mfpreach, Apr 19, 2010
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  3. pals

    pals Notebook Geek

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    no.. The new Zs are all backlit keyboard. U need to type in the dark for the keyboard to lit.
     
    pals, Apr 19, 2010
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    blue13x Notebook Deity

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    actually in asia, the cto models have the option of NOt having it.
    although I dont know who not want this. one of the best reason to get this notebook
     
    blue13x, Apr 19, 2010
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