Model
PCG-GRS700 series
Processor
(Configurable)
Mobile Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 processor 1.80 GHz
1
-M or
Mobile Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 processor 2 GHz
1
-M
supports Intel
®
Enhanced SpeedStep™ technology
1
Cache Memory
512 KB integrated on-die level 2
Bus Speed
400 MHz
LCD
(Configurable)
14.1” XGA (1024x768) TFT display or
15.0" XGA (1024x768) TFT display
Graphics
ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON™ 7500C
32 MB video DDR SDRAM
Dual display support
Memory
(Configurable)
256 MB DDR SDRAM (256x1), maximum 1024 MB
512 MB DDR SDRAM (256x2), maximum 1024 MB or
1024 MB DDR SDRAM (512x2), maximum 1024 MB
Hard Drive
(Configurable)
30 GB
2
hard drive
60 GB
2
hard drive
Optical Drive
(Configurable)
Internal removable CD-RW/DVD combo drive
(Max speeds: R-write 16x; RW-write 10x; DVD-read 8x; CD-RW read 12x; CD-
read 24x)
Internal removable DVD-RW combo drive
11
or
(Max speeds: DVD-R write 1x, DVD-RW write 1x, DVD-RW/R read 4x, R-write
16x; RW-write 8x; DVD-read 8x; CD-RW read 8x; CD-read 24x)
Internal removable DVD+/-RW drive
11
(Max speeds: DVD-R write 1x , DVD-RW write 1x , DVD+R write 2x, DVD+RW 2x,
CD-R write 16x, CD-RW write 8x , CD-RW read 24x, DVD-ROM read 5x)
Optional Floppy Drive
External 1.44 MB, 3.5" USB floppy drive (PCGA-UFD5)
Multi-purpose Bay
For CD-RW/DVD combo drive or optional second battery
Modem
Integrated V.90 modem
Ethernet
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet with RJ-45 interface
Memory Stick
®
Media Slot
Supports optional Memory Stick
®
media
Pointing Device / Keyboard
Electro-Static touch pad
QWERTY, 86 keys with 3mm stroke and 19mm pitch
Estimated Battery Life
4
Lithium-ion battery, supports dual battery operation
2.0-3.5 hours with one battery
4
4.0-7.0 hours with two batteries
4
PC Card Slots
2 type I/type II cards, or 1 type III card with CardBus support
Audio
Windows
®
sound system compatible
Built-in stereo speakers; monaural mini-jack microphone
Optional external speakers (PCGA-SP1)
Other Interfaces
RJ-11 modem jack, i.LINK
®
(IEEE 1394) interface
3
, 3 USB, AV
mini Jack, RJ-45 Ethernet, Memory Stick
®
media slot, VGA out-
put, parallel, headphone (stereo), monaural mini-jack microphone,
port replicator connection
Optional Port Replicator (PCGA-PRGR2)
DC in, 2 USB, RJ-45 Ethernet, VGA output, PS/2
®
keyboard and
mouse, serial, parallel, S-video out, docking CN, TV out, line in
Integrated Wireless LAN
6
(Configurable)
IEEE 802.11b
Bus/Interface: mini PCI
Radio frequency band: 2.4GHz (ISM band)
Power Requirements
90 watts m10% (19.5V / AC100-240V)
Energy Star
®
compliant
Advanced power management - APM-ACPI compatible
Size (H x W x D)
1.7"-1.8" X 12.9" X 10.7"
Weight
6.9 lbs.with one battery
7.5 lbs. with battery and optical drive
Supplied Accessories
Lithium-ion battery, power cord, AC adapter, phone cable,
and weight saver
Optional Accessories
External USB floppy disk drive (PCGA-UFD5)
Additional battery (PCGA-BP2NX)
USB mouse (PCGA-UMS5)
Additional AC adapter (PCGA-AC19V3)
Port Replicator (PCGA-PRGR2)
802.11b Wireless LAN Pro access point (PCWA-A200)
802.11b Wireless LAN Bridge access point (PCWA-A220)
802.11a Wireless LAN access point (PCWA-A500)
802.11a Wireless LAN PC card (PCWA-C500)
Visual Communication Camera (PCGA-UVC10)
External i.LINK
®
DVD-RW drive (PCGA-DVRW1)
11
Carrying case (PCGA-CCGX)
Notebook Sport Backpack (PCGA-CCP2)
Neoprene Notebook & AC Adapter Cases (PCGA-CCN3)
External Speakers (PCGA-SP1)
USB Keyboard (PCGA-UKB1)
Se
rvice and Warranty Information
One year limited Express Service
5
(Certain restrictions apply.)
One year limited parts and labor
5
Telephone Support
5
: One year hardware and 90 days software
and operating system from purchase date
Operating System
(Configurable)
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
2000 Professional
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP Home Edition
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP Professional
Productivity Software
Microsoft
®
Money 2003 Standard
8
Microsoft
®
Works 7.0
Microsoft
®
Encarta Online
9
Video Software
Sony Click to DVD
TM
(DVD-RW or DVD+/-RW model only)
Sony DVgate™
Sony MovieShaker™
InterVideo
®
WinDVD
®
4 for VAIO
®
PC
DigiOn
TM
and EasySystems Drag’n Drop CD+DVD
Music Software
Sony SonicStage™
RealNetworks
®
Real One Player
Photo Software
Adobe
®
Photoshop
®
Elements Trial Version
13
Sony Network Smart Capture
Sony PictureGear Studio™
Communication
Sony VAIO Media™ software
12
Gaming
Microsoft
®
Age of Empires
Virus, Tools, and Support Software
Trend Micro PC-Cillin
7
VAIO Support Agent
1 GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application perform-
ance. 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.
3 i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 con-
nector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other.
4 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.
5 From date of purchase with registration.
6 Wireless LAN access point sold separately. Sony cannot fully guarantee the security of wireless
communications.
7 Requires fees for use.
8 Certain features are time limited.
9 Limited duration trial subscription to Microsoft's current online version. Internet access required;
additional fees (including telephone/long distance charges) may apply also.
10 Camcorder and i.LINK cable sold separately.
11 DVD+/-R and DVD+/-RW discs recorded on this drive will playback in most consumer DVD play-
ers and computer DVD-ROM drives.
12 Not available on Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional models.
13 30 days free trial.
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 manufac-
tured to any specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make any warranty or representation
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 hereby disclaims any
representations or warranty that this product 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 determine for themselves the suitability and compatibility of the hardware and soft-
ware 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 versions or have all documentation.
(c)2002 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written
permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick and VAIO are registered trademarks of Sony.
DVgate, PictureGear Studio, MovieShaker, VAIO Media and SonicStage are trademarks of Sony.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows and Encarta are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. RealNetworks,
RealPlayer, and RealJukebox are registered trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc. All other trademarks
are trademarks of their respective owners. This product meets the standards of the International
Energy Star Program for energy efficiency. Features and specifications are subject to change with-
out notice. Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. Printed in U.S.A. 11/02
• Hot swappable bay for optical drive or optional second battery. Cutting-edge DVD+/-RW drive or
DVD-RW drive is available!
• Optional integrated 802.11b wireless LAN available!
• Mobile Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 processor up to 2 GHz
1
-M
• The all-around-notebook for business with roomy hard drive and large screen!
• i.LINK
®
(IEEE 1394) S400 digital interface
3
Sony VAIO® GRS-Series Notebook
SPECIFICATIONS
PCG-GRS700 Series
All around power and mobility.
Sony recommends Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP.
FEATURES
Sony Exclusive
MUL
TIMEDIA
DIGIT
AL EDITING
software p
ackage!
EASILY BURN DVDs!
DVD-RW or DVD+/-RW drive is available. Easily turn
home movies into DVDs
11
with Sony’s exclusive Click to
DVD
TM
Software
GOT WIRELESS?
Optional integrated 802.11b wireless for truly
mobile network connection.
STYLISH AND PROFESSIONAL
Serious power, yet thin with large high-resolution screens.
Who says you can’t have it all?
Cutting-edge
DVD+/-RW
drive available!