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    Need VGP-PRZ1 Docking Station

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by Yougot Tobekidding, Feb 16, 2010.

  1. Yougot Tobekidding

    Yougot Tobekidding Newbie

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    I just purchased a VGN-Z690 Z series Sony notebook. The VGP-PRZ1 docking station is not available at Sony or any major suppliers. Does anyone know where to get one new or refurbished?
     
    Yougot Tobekidding, Feb 16, 2010
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  2. nixon

    nixon Notebook Evangelist

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    I'd try eBay. I know I'm all out of them, and I can't get anymore anytime soon, if ever.
     
    nixon, Feb 16, 2010
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  3. Skyshade

    Skyshade Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    They probably ran out with the Productivity/Mobility bundle, but I agree eBay is a good place to look. I know a few people that grabbed the bundle with little intention to use the dock station. In fact, I'm one of them and I have one brand new in my closet. If you don't find good choice on eBay, send me a PM.
     
    Skyshade, Feb 16, 2010
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  4. Yougot Tobekidding

    Yougot Tobekidding Newbie

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    Skyshade - I am interested in talking to you about your docking station. So far I have been unable to send you a PM... probably because I am new on the forum and not authorized. Please send me a PM if you see this.
     
    Yougot Tobekidding, Feb 17, 2010
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  5. Skyshade

    Skyshade Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    Wow, I can't PM you either... :(
     
    Skyshade, Feb 17, 2010
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  6. Yougot Tobekidding

    Yougot Tobekidding Newbie

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    I will check with the site administrator tomorrow to see why we can't PM each other.
     
    Yougot Tobekidding, Feb 17, 2010
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  7. tgorostiza

    tgorostiza Newbie

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    I am also in need of the docking station and will buy one used.

    -Troy
    [email protected]
     
    tgorostiza, Feb 22, 2010
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  8. b|lly

    b|lly Notebook Deity

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    Better hurry guys, Sony will introduce a new docking for their new Z11 models which will not be compatible with old Z laptops, probably they will no longer manufactur old Z docking, or it will need quite some luck to get it
     
    b|lly, Feb 23, 2010
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  9. mylastsonyvaio

    mylastsonyvaio Newbie

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    Yet another reason why my forum name won't change. I ordered with the productivity bundle. I got the laptop and nothing else.
     
    mylastsonyvaio, Mar 2, 2010
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  10. b|lly

    b|lly Notebook Deity

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    I think there are some more docking at a German shop www.notebook.de, contact them, but hurry ;)
     
    b|lly, Mar 2, 2010
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  11. slpro

    slpro Notebook Geek

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    I´ll buy one too. PM Please!
     
    slpro, Mar 2, 2010
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  12. mzmosk

    mzmosk Newbie

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    i am also looking for one...
    seems european websites have in stock....wonder how much shipping is...
    will they work in the us....will they need adaptor...
    anyone?
     
    mzmosk, Mar 14, 2010
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  13. mzmosk

    mzmosk Newbie

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    i also need one
     
    mzmosk, Mar 15, 2010
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  14. DangerMonkey

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    DangerMonkey, Jun 1, 2010
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  15. globalist

    globalist Notebook Guru

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    I have a one in its original box. It was never used. If you still need it or anyone else needs one, please send me a private message.
     
    globalist, Jun 7, 2010
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    yenquan35 Newbie

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    I bought my notebook last year and never got my port replicator. Can someone tell me where to get this: vgp-prz1
     
    yenquan35, Jun 10, 2010
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  17. riseagainst80

    riseagainst80 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm not sure where you can find that one, but SonyStyle just listed a replicator from Targus that looks pretty good:

    TSACP51USZ | Targus® USB 2.0 Docking Station with Video | Sony | Sony Style USA

    It looks very similar to the one I presently use on my VGN-FZ4000, which I like very much.
     
    riseagainst80, Jun 10, 2010
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  18. lgspencer

    lgspencer Newbie

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    Globalist, I am interested in purchasing your docking station if it is still available.
     
    lgspencer, Jul 5, 2010
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