Model
VGN-FS530B
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
Network Connection(802.11b/g)
3
LCD
15.4” WXGA (1280x800) with
XBRITE™ technology
Hard Drive
60GB
2
4200rpm Ultra ATA
Memory
512MB PC-2700 333MHz DDR
(512MB 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
Two USB
5
2.0 ports, Monitor (VGA)
port, Printer port, DC in, RJ-45
Ethernet
Memory Stick
®
Media Slot
Supports optional Memory Stick,
Memory Stick PRO™ and Memory
Stick DUO™ media
5
PC Card Slots
One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot
with CardBus support
Other Interfaces
i.LINK
®
connector(IEEE 1394)
6
, 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
Standard Battery: 2.5-5.5 hours
7
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
(VGP-MCA10)
8
1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock
speed; other factors may affect application
performance. CPU speed will be reduced
under certain operating conditions.
2. GB means one billion bytes when referring to
hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may
vary. A portion of hard disk space is reserved
as a recovery partition.
3. Requires compatible wireless LAN access
point, sold separately. Internet connection
may require fees.
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally com-
patible.
5. Supports Memory Stick PRO™ high-capacity
media tested up to 1GB. Does not support
MagicGate™ functionality.
6. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to
designate that a product contains an IEEE
1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK
connector may not communicate with each
other.
7. Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may
vary on usage.
8. Does not support MemoryStick media and
Memory Stick PRO™ media using the
MagicGate function or high-speed data
transfer. Supports memory cards with capac-
ities up to 1GB. Does not support 5.0V
SmartMedia media or the ID function of
SmartMedia media with IDs. Does not sup-
port the SD Memory Card media copyright
protection function.
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-
formance of this product with any particular software
packages and/or non-Sony add-on hardware options
except those mentioned in this document. Sony hereby
disclaims any representations or warranty that this prod-
uct is compatible with any combination 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 deter-
mine for themselves the suitability and compatibility of
the hardware and software in each and every particular
instance. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony
Notebook Computer are subject to change without
notice. Simulated graphic shown on display.
Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail ver-
sions or have all documentation. This product meets the
standards of the International Energy Star Program for
energy efficiency. Features and specifications are sub-
ject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and
measurements are approximate.
©2004 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permis-
sion is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick,
SonicStage, Giga Pocket, VAIO, VAIO Zone, XBRITE,
ErgoBright, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo,
MagicGate, Click to DVD, S-Master, DVgate Plus, VAIO
Media, PictureGear Studio and Like No Other are trade-
marks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are registered trade-
marks, and Centrino is a trademark of Intel Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trade-
marks of their respective owners.
Printed in U.S.A. 12/04
Intel® Centrino™
Mobile Technology
Using Intel
®
Centrino Mobile
Technology the FS Series
notebook runs cool and
quiet in a slim, lightweight
design. Built-in wireless
LAN
3
, easy-to-carry design,
enhanced performance and
extended battery life
7
enable
work on-the-go.
Reliability and
Productivity for your
Business.
The VAIO
®
FS Notebook is
designed for performance, relia-
bility, and productivity. With inte-
grated CD-RW / DVD-ROM drive
you can back up data files with
ease and peace of mind.
Integrated drive also lets you
view, create and edit business
presentations.
Superior Display
Technology
The VAIO
®
FS Series 15.4”
widescreen display with
Sony's original XBRITE™
LCD technology and built-in
Smart Display Sensor sets
new standards in display
technologies, giving you the
tools for the impactful, pro-
fessional presentations your
business demands.
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.
The VAIO
®
FS Notebook
delivers full-size, full-fea-
ture performance and
extended battery life
7
with-
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.
The Perfect Blend of Technology and Mobility.
Sony
®
VAIO
®
Notebook
VGN-FS530B
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
(PCGA-HDM06)
2
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
Service
9
Telephone Support
1 year toll-free technical telephone
assistance, available 24/7
10
.
On-line and Email Support
Support available from
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport
Featuring One Year Onsite Service
9
and 24/7 Telephone Support
10
