Model
PCG-XG18
Processor
Intel
®
Pentium
®
III processor 650 MHz
2
featuring Intel
®
SpeedStep™ technology
3
Cache Memory
256 KB integrated on-die level 2
Bus Architecture
PCI
LCD
13.3 XGA active matrix LCD (1024 x 768)
Graphics
NeoMagic MagicMedia™ 256XL+ with
6.0 MB VRAM, 128-bit accelerator
and MPEG playback acceleration
Digital Audio
Hardware MIDI
3D surround
MPEG
MPEG1 and MPEG2 digital video
Supports full screen playback
Standard RAM
128 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB
Hard Drive
18.1 GB
4
fixed
DVD-ROM Drive
4X max. removable DVD-ROM drive with
DVD movie playback capability
Floppy Disk Drive
Removable 1.44 MB,
3.5" internal operation
Hot-swappable multi-bay
Supports the following accessories:
• DVD-ROM drive (included)
• Floppy drive (included)
• CD-RW drive (optional)
• Additional hard drive (optional)
• Additional battery (optional)
Modem
Integrated V.90 56K
6
modem
Keyboard
Stainless steel keyboard mechanism with
reflective lettering
Pointing Device
Digital touch pad with scrolling function
Speaker
Built-in stereo speakers
Microphone
Built-in (mono)
Battery
Lithium-Ion battery
Supports dual battery operation
Battery Life
2.5–3.5 hours with one battery
7
5.0–7.0 hours with optional second battery
7
PC Card Slots
Supports two type II cards or one type III card
CardBus support
Infrared
Supports 4 Mbps , 1.1 Mbps and 115 kbps IrDA standard
Other Interface
VGA monitor, USB, RJ-11 phone jack, i.LINK
®
(IEEE 1394) S400 interface, mic-in, headphone
Power Requirements
49.5 Watts maximum (19.5V DC / AC100-240V)
Power Management
Energy Star compliant
Advanced power management - ACPI compatible
Size (H x W x D)
1.75" X 11.9" X 9.9"
Weight
5.9 lbs. (with weight saver in multi-bay)
6.4 lbs. (with floppy drive in multi-bay)
Supplied Accessories
Rechargeable battery, DVD-ROM drive, floppy drive,
AC adapter, and weight saver
Optional Accessories
CD-RW drive (PCGA-CDRWX1)
Privacy screen (PCGA-FLX1)
10 GB hard drive (PCGA-HDX10)
XG Dock (PCGA-PSX1)
Additional battery (PCGA-BP71)
USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1)
Additional AC adapter (PCGA-ACX1)
Service
One year limited Express Service
8
Limited Warranty
One year parts and labor (90 days without registration)
9
Telephone Support
Hardware: One year
9
Software and operating system: 90 days
9
INCLUDED SOFTWARE
Operating System
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
98 Second Edition
Software Applications
Adobe Acrobat
®
Reader
Adobe PhotoDeluxe
®
Business Edition
Adobe Premiere
®
LE
Intuit
®
Quicken
®
2000 Basic
Mediamatics DVDExpress™
Microsoft
®
Word 2000
Sonic Foundry
®
Sound Forge
®
Sony DVgate™
Sony Media Bar™
Sony PictureGear™
Sony Smart Capture
Sony Smart Connect
Sony Smart Label
Sony Smart Pad
Sony Smart Publisher
Sony Smart Write
Symantec
®
WinFax
®
Basic Edition
Online Center
America Online
®10
Apple QuickTime
®
AT&T WorldNet
®
Service
10
CompuServe
®
2000
10
EarthLink Network TotalAccess
®10
GTE Easy Sign-Up
10
Microsoft Internet Explorer for Windows
®
98
Mindspring
®
Internet Service
10
Netscape Communicator
®
Prodigy Internet
®10
Tool Center
McAfee
®
VirusScan
®
Sony BatteryScope
Sony Notebook Setup
Sony PowerPanel
Sony VAIO Action Setup
Sony Application Recovery CD
System Recovery CD
Sony Electronics Inc.
Personal Network Solutions Company
3300 Zanker Road, San Jose, California 95134
For more information: 1.800.4SONYPC (476-6972)
Web address: http://www.sony.com/pc
Computer Interface: The computer industry lacks standards, and therefore, there are a multitude
of varying software packages and add-on hardware options. This personal computer is not man-
ufactured to any specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make any warranty or repre-
sentation with respect to the performance of this product with any particular software packages
and/or non-Sony add-on hardware option except those mentioned in this document. Sony here-
by disclaims any representations or warranty that this product is compatible with any combina-
tion of products you may choose to connect. While Sony representatives or Sony authorized
dealers may be able to assist you and may make recommendations, they are NOT authorized to
vary or waive this disclaimer. Purchasers must determine for themselves the suitability and com-
patibility of the hardware and software in each and every particular instance. Some pre-installed
software titles may not include full documentation. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony
Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display.
©2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written
permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK and VAIO are registered trademarks and 3MAX+, DVgate,
Media Bar and PictureGear are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks
and Intel SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency.
The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. Features
and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measurements
are approximate.
Printed in U.S.A. 01/00
SPECIFICATIONS
• 13.3" XGA TFT screen
• High-capacity Lithium-Ion battery,
dual battery capability
• i.LINK
®
(IEEE 1394) S400 interface for DV
editing and simple networking between
equipped VAIO computers
• 4X max. DVD-ROM drive with DVD movie
playback capability
• Integrated V.90 56K
6
modem
• AGP enabled 256-bit graphics chip with
3D graphics support
• 6 MB VRAM
• Sony original programmable Jog Dial
™
control
• Built-in stereo speakers
Sony VAIO
®
Notebook
PCG-XG18
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
1 Optional.
2 MHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application
performance.
3 The processor may be reduced to a lower operating speed when operating on battery power.
4 GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity
may vary.
5 With weight saver in multi-bay.
6 Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53kbps are the maximum permissible transmit power
levels during download transmissions. Actual data speeds will vary depending on line
conditions.
7 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.
8 Certain restrictions apply to Express Repair Service.
9 From date of purchase upon registration.
10 Requires payment of additional fees or subscription for use.
• Hot-swappable multi-bay for CD-RW
1
, DVD-ROM,
floppy, additional hard drive
1
or additional battery
1
• Intel
®
Pentium
®
III processor 650 MHz
2
featuring Intel
®
SpeedStep
™
technology
3
• 18.1 GB
4
hard drive
• 6 lbs.
5
light, 1.75" thin
• 128 MB SDRAM (expandable to 256 MB max.)
• Style and innovation — sleek design, Jog Dial
™
,
optional privacy screen
