Sony VAIO® VGN-AR630E PC Notebook

Sony VAIO® VGN-AR630E PC Notebook

4.30 4.3 (read 3 reviews)
Key Features
Desktop Replacement
Home Use
Core 2 Duo 250 MHz
2 GB (DDR2 SDRAM)
320 GB Serial ATA, 5400 RPM
17 in. WXGA TFT Active Matrix
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
Wi-Fi Certified

Built for your busy life, this Sony laptop can keep pace with you seven days a week. Using a precision-manufactured Intel Core 2 Duo processor with a speed of 250 MHz, this Sony VAIO laptop will make using your computer a real pleasure. 2 GB of DDR2 SDRAM memory will ensure that you get the most out of all your applications. Everything looks better on the VAIO VGN-AR630E, with its rich 17 inch monitor that uses WXGA TFT active matrix technology with a maximum resolution of 1440 x 900. The monitor is powered by an NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GT graphics card so you can take advantage of all the latest visual applications and operating system enhancements. You'll connect effortlessly to all your favorite websites with this Sony laptop's wi-fi option. The VAIO VGN-AR630E has a 320 GB hard drive that will reliably store all your data now and in the future. If you enjoy movies and music, this laptop has you covered with a dual layer DVD±RW drive. What's more, this Sony laptop also has an integrated video camera that lets you bring your distant friends and relatives just a little closer through the magic of video chat. This laptop will serve you reliably for years with its lithium ion battery. The battery is rated for 3.5 hours of continuous use. Earlier generations of batteries needed to be run all the way down before charging to get a full charge, but this isn't the case with today's lithium batteries, so feel free to plug this laptop in whenever you want. This laptop features 2 USB 2.0, VGA out, RJ-11 (modem), RJ-45 (NIC), S-Video out and HDMI ports for easy connectivity to all sorts of devices. With room for 1 Type I/II PC Card, 2 SD Card, 1 Memory Stick Card, 1 Memory Stick DUO and 1 ExpressCard, this laptop has you covered, so you can easily add more storage space and connect to the all the latest peripherals. This desktop replacement from Sony includes Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium already installed, so you'll be up and running as soon as you open the box. It measures 16.4 inches wide by 11.8 inches deep by 1.32 inches high. It has a weight of 8.1 pounds. This item is part number VGN-AR630E.

Product Feature Chart

Product MPN

VGN-AR630E

Motherboard

800 MHz

Memory

2 GB
DDR2 SDRAM
4 GB
667 MHz
2048 KB

CD / DVD

Dual Layer DVD±RW
24x (CD)
24x (CD)
16x (CD-RW)

Audio

Headphones
Microphone

Technical Features

1 x Type I/II PC Card Slot, 2 x SD Card Slot, 1 x Memory Stick Card Slot, 1 x Memory Stick DUO, 1 x ExpressCard
2 x USB 2.0, VGA out, RJ-11 (modem), RJ-45 (NIC), S-Video out, HDMI
Integrated Video Camera
Keyboard

Battery

3.5 Hours
Lithium ion

Warranty

1 Year

Miscellaneous

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45799659
Sony VAIO

Processor

Intel
Core 2 Duo
T7250
250 MHz

Hard Drive

320 GB
5,400 RPM
Serial ATA

Display

WXGA TFT Active Matrix
17 in.
1440 x 900

Video

NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GT
256 MB

Operating System

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
PC

Networking

Integrated 10/100/1000 Network Card
Ethernet

Modem

Internal Modem
ITU V.90

Dimensions

16.4 in.
11.8 in.
1.32 in.
8.1 lb.

Product Reviews

For the average Joe... Jan 25, 2009
4.00 4/5.0
Pros:
User friendly operating system; AWESOME GRAPHICS QUALITY; Intel Centrino
Cons:
Size and mobility.

Review: This laptop is great! I'd definitely purchase another one, and recommend it to friends and family members.

My Soulmate Nov 14, 2008
5.00 5/5.0
Pros:
Great processor and huge RAM installed
Cons:
A little bit expensive

Review: Great laptop for you

Solid Performer, Elegant Design Jun 22, 2008
4.00 4/5.0
Pros:
Two 160GB HDs, bright screen, nice vendor support, HD 1080 & BlueRay DVD-R.
Cons:
Refurb warranty of only 6 months. About an hour of useful battery life.

Review: If you can find this notebook cheap enough, it's a nice deal. I wouldn't pay more than $900 for this feature set.

Sony VAIO® VGN-AR630E PC Notebook
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