The Perfect Blend of Technology and Mobility.
Delivering Powerful
Performance
The VAIO
®
FS Notebook
delivers powerful perform-
ance for your essential busi-
ness
computing
needs.
With integrated wireless
LAN
3
, Intel
®
Pentium
®
M
processor, enhanced bat-
tery life
7
, and Sony's original
digital-asset management
software, you have the
robust tools you need when
you're on the road.
Model
VGN-FS520B
HARDWARE
Processor Name
Intel
®
Pentium
®
M Processor 730
(1.60GHz
1
, 2MB L2 Cache)
Front Side Bus Speed
533MHz
Chipset
Intel
®
915GM
Integrated Wireless LAN
Intel
PRO/Wireless 2200BG
®
3
Network Connection(802.11b/g)
LCD
15.4" WXGA (1280x800) with
XBRITE™ technology
Hard Drive
2
40GB
4200rpm Ultra ATA
Memory
256MB PC-2700 333MHz DDR
(256MB x 1 - Expandable up to 1GB)
Graphics
Intel
®
Graphics Media Accelerator 900
128MB Dynamically Shared Video
Memory
Graphics Interface
VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor
CD-RW/DVD-ROM DRIVE
CD-RW
CD-R Write (24x MAX);
CD-RW Write (24x MAX)
DVD-ROM
DVD Read (8.3x MAX);
CD Read (25.8x MAX)
Modem
Integrated V.90 Modem with RJ-11
interface
Ethernet
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet
with RJ-45 interface
Audio
Windows
®
sound system compatible,
Built-in stereo speakers
Audio Interface
Monaural mini microphone jack,
Headphone jack
Optional Port Replicator
Interfaces
5
Two USB
2.0 ports, Monitor (VGA)
port, Printer port, DC in, RJ-45
Ethernet
Reliability and
Intel® Centrino™
Productivity for your
Mobile Technology
Business.
Using Intel
®
Centrino Mobile
The VAIO
Technology the FS Series
designed for performance, relia-
notebook runs cool and
bility, and productivity. With inte-
quiet in a slim, lightweight
grated CD-RW / DVD-ROM drive
design.
Built-in wireless
you can back up data files with
LAN
3
, easy-to-carry design,
ease
enhanced performance and
Integrated drive also lets you
extended battery life
7
enable
view, create and edit business
work on-the-go.
presentations.
Memory Stick
Media Slot
®
Supports optional Memory Stick,
Memory Stick PRO™ and Memory
5
Stick DUO™ media
PC Card Slots
One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot
with CardBus support
Other Interfaces
6
i.LINK
®
connector(IEEE 1394)
, 3 USB
2.0 ports, port replicator connector
Pointing Device
Electro-Static touch pad
Keyboard
QWERTY, 86 keys with 2.5mm stroke
and 19.05mm pitch
Action Buttons
S1, S2 (programmable), Wireless
LAN on/off
Power Requirements
110W + 10%
Battery
Standard Lithium-ion Battery
(VGP-BPS2A)
Estimated Battery Life
7
Standard Battery: 2.5-5.5 hours
Optional Floppy Drive
External 1.44 MB, 3.5" USB floppy
drive (VGP-UFD1)
Weight
6.17 lbs. with standard battery
(weight is approximate and may vary)
Size (W x H x D)
14.33" x 1"-1.41" x 10.41"
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-
BPS2A), Power cord & AC adapter
(VGP-AC19V11)
Optional Accessories
Additional Standard Capacity Battery
(VGP-BPS2)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL2)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10)
Port Replicator (VGP-PRFS1)
Visual Communication Camera
(PCGA-UVC11A)
Wireless optical mouse
(PCGA-WMS5/S)
USB Mobile Mouse- Black/Silver
(PCGA-UMS3/B/S)
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse
(VGP-WKB1)
Memory Card Adapter
8
(VGP-MCA10)
Featuring One Year Onsite Service
and 24/7 Telephone Support
Superior Display
Technology
The VAIO
®
FS Notebook is
widescreen
Sony's original XBRITE™
LCD technology and built-in
Smart Display Sensor sets
new standards in display
and
peace
of
mind.
technologies, giving you the
tools for the impactful, pro-
fessional presentations your
business demands.
512MB memory expansion module
(VGP-MM512G)
Universal Carrying Case
(VGP-AMB1)
Notebook Backpack
(PCGA-CCP3 Series)
Sport Backpack (VGP-AMB2)
Neoprene Notebook & AC Adapter
(VGP-AMC3)
Cleaning Kit (PCGA-CG10)
60GB External Hard Drive
2
(PCGA-HDM06)
External Floppy Disk Drive
(VGP-UFD1)
SOFTWARE
Operating System
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP
Professional with Service Pack 2
VAIO
®
FS Series Software Bundle
InterVideo
®
WinDVD
®
Microsoft
®
Works 8.0 - Word
Processing, Spreadsheet, Calendar,
Scheduling, Contact Management,
and Database
Anti-Virus & Recovery Software
Norton
®
Internet Security™ 90-Day
Subscription - Norton AntiVirus
®
,
Norton Personal Firewall, Norton
Privacy Control, Norton AntiSpam
®
,
Norton Parental Control
VAIO
®
Update software
VAIO
Recovery Wizard software
®
VAIO
®
Help and Support software
Internet Services
AOL Online™ 90-Day Trial - New
Users Only
SERVICE AND WARRANTY
INFORMATION
Limited Warranty
1 Year Limited Warranty with Onsite
9
Service
Telephone Support
1 year toll-free technical telephone
10
assistance, available 24/7
.
On-line and Email Support
Support available from
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport
VGN-FS520B
Sony
The VAIO
®
FS Series 15.4"
delivers full-size, full-fea-
display
with
ture
extended battery life
in an incredibly slim, light-
weight design. Easy to
carry with sleek, modern
styling, it projects a profes-
sional, sophisticated image
when you're on the road.
1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock
formance of this product with any particular software
packages and/or non-Sony add-on hardware options
speed; other factors may affect application
except those mentioned in this document. Sony hereby
performance. CPU speed will be reduced
disclaims any representations or warranty that this prod-
under certain operating conditions.
uct is compatible with any combination of products you
2. GB means one billion bytes when referring to
may choose to connect. While Sony representatives or
hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may
Sony authorized dealers may be able to assist you and
vary. A portion of hard disk space is reserved
may make recommendations, they are NOT authorized to
as a recovery partition.
vary or waive this disclaimer. Purchasers must deter-
3. Requires compatible wireless LAN access
mine for themselves the suitability and compatibility of
point, sold separately. Internet connection
the hardware and software in each and every particular
may require fees.
instance. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally com-
Notebook Computer are subject to change without
patible.
notice. Simulated graphic shown on display.
5. Supports Memory Stick PRO™ high-capacity
Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail ver-
sions or have all documentation. This product meets the
media tested up to 1GB. Does not support
standards of the International Energy Star Program for
MagicGate™ functionality.
energy efficiency. Features and specifications are sub-
6. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to
ject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and
designate that a product contains an IEEE
measurements are approximate.
1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK
connector may not communicate with each
©2004 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved.
other.
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permis-
7. Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may
sion is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick,
vary on usage.
SonicStage, Giga Pocket, VAIO, VAIO Zone, XBRITE,
8. Does not support MemoryStick media and
ErgoBright, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo,
Memory Stick PRO™ media using the
MagicGate, Click to DVD, S-Master, DVgate Plus, VAIO
MagicGate function or high-speed data
Media, PictureGear Studio and Like No Other are trade-
transfer. Supports memory cards with capac-
marks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are registered trade-
ities up to 1GB. Does not support 5.0V
marks, and Centrino is a trademark of Intel Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of
SmartMedia media or the ID function of
Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trade-
SmartMedia media with IDs. Does not sup-
marks of their respective owners.
port the SD Memory Card media copyright
protection function.
Printed in U.S.A. 12/04
9. When available, Sony will provide Onsite
Service in fulfillment of its limited warranty
obligations. Any such services are subject to
the terms and conditions of the limited war-
ranty. See actual Limited Warranty for details.
Onsite Service will be provided via third-
party technician to be dispatched as needed
following phone-based troubleshooting.
Some repairs may be accomplished with self
repair kits. Onsite Service may not be avail-
able in all locations.
10. For certain third party software applications,
Sony provides first level Phone Support.
Additional telephone support may be avail-
able from the applicable 3rd party vendor.
Availability and schedule for any such sup
port is determined by the applicable software
vendor.
Computer Interface: The computer industry lacks stan-
dards, and therefore, there are a multitude of varying
software packages and add-on hardware options. This
personal computer is not manufactured to operate any
specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make
any warranty or representation with respect to the per-
9
10
®
VAIO
®
Notebook
®
FS Notebook
performance
and
7
with-
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