| | |  | Computers & Add-Ons | Home » » » Sony VAIO VGN-AR520E 17-inch Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7100, 2 GB RAM, 200 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) | | | | | | | Description: | | The VAIO(R) AR520E notebook is a multimedia powerhouse with a spacious 17? widescreen display featuring XBRITE-ECO LCD technology and a built-in camera and microphone for video chatting with family and friends. Backed by Intel Centrino Duo processor technology and Intel Core 2 Duo processor, this lightning-fast, super-powerful notebook is the ultimate desktop replacement. Multimedia Card Reader supports optional Memory Stick(R) and Memory Stick(R) DUO media5 with MagicGate(TM) functionality and Secure Digital Media (SD) One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support One ExpressCard /54 Slot NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GT Graphics Processing Unit with up to 895MB Available Graphic Video RAM VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor, HDMI out and S-Video out Built-in camera and microphone Sony Sound Reality Audio Enhancer Ethernet Protocol - Fast Ethernet RJ-45 10Base-T/100Base-TX Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem with RJ-11 Intel PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection 802.11a/b/g/n - 802.11n supports greater range and faster download speeds with full backward compatibility Connectivity - Headphone Jack; 1 (4pin) i.LINK(R) connector IEEE 1394; Microphone Input; 3 USB 2.0; HDMI Connection Output; S-Video Output; S/PDIF Output; VGA Output; Ethernet Port; Modem Jack; DC-In for supplied AC Adapter-charger; Memory Stick(R) Media Slot; Secure Digital Slot; Express Card Slot /54 PreInstalled Software Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium; Norton Internet Security 2007 60-Day trial with spyware protection; Microsoft Works 8.5; 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft Office 2007; Sony Click to DVD - DVD Creation, LocationFree Player Unit Dimensions - 16.4(W) x 1.32(H) x 11.8(D) / Weighs 8.4 lbs including standard rechargeable battery Sony 1-Year Limited Parts and Labor Warranty with OnSite Service Capability / 1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, available 24/7 / Online Support | | | Features: | |
• Multimedia studio notebook with 1.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7100 ("Santa Rosa") processor and 17-inch LCD
• 200 GB hard drive, 2 GB installed RAM (4 GB max), dual-layer DVD burner
• Three USB 2.0, one, FireWire, one HDMI output, S/PDIF audio output, ExpressCard 54 card slot, Memory Stick & SD readers
• Quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), 10/100 Ethernet, Nvidia GeForce 8400M video card with up to 895 MB of shared memory
• Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (with Media Center capabilities)
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 11.8 inches | | Product Width:
| 16.4 inches | | Product Height:
| 1.32 inches | | Product Weight:
| 8.4 pounds | | Package Length:
| 19.3 inches | | Package Width:
| 14.8 inches | | Package Height:
| 6.8 inches | | Package Weight:
| 12.4 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 8 reviews |
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1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Sony VAIO VGN-AR550U 17" LaptopJan 07, 2008
This is a very good product it allows the use of Vista driven improvements quite easily. Simply ordering a cable compatable card you can view and record televsion signals including HD. There really is not a negative issue with this computer.
Enjoy your Sony VAIO VGN-AR550U 17" Laptops.
4 of 20 found the following review helpful:
 Sony - Not a laptop companyDec 11, 2007
I had to give 1 star because I can not give zero star. I have purchase sony AR-520E for my self. The laptop touch, keybord design, screen quality everything is not what you paid for. Sony does not know how to build a laptop, especially after being so many years in business. I can say this becuase I bought HP as a gift for someone after I purchased sony. HP came at same price, had 7500 processor, 8600 GS video card, better screen. HP/ Toshiba are better computer companies with lots of good features in Computer usability. Sony is $400 expensive and less user friendly that similar products from HP.
Here is why you should not by any sony laptop, holds true for all sony models,
1. USB ports are at near end right side, instead of being further back near screen. If you use mouse and you are right handed, cable will make right side unusable.
2. It has only 2 USB ports, using 3rd USB port will block your speakers.
3. Notebook mousepad is located by edge of computer. You have to lift your hand if you have to use mouse.
4. Mouse button are expose and vunarable to damage.
5. The lock to keep laptop close, has hook big as fishing hook. dont forget to close it or it will hurt your hand.
6. Keyboard layout is the one which I have never seen before. HP has full keyboard. Sony keyboard is located way down, which means you dont have support while typing.
7. Full HD 1080 is low quality resolution than what HP and Toshiba has.
8. No Remote for Multimedia usage. Buttons for Multimedia do not have lights which means you have to search for them.
Here is much better product that you should consider.
HP Pavilion dv9500t 17" Laptop Notebook PC (Intel Core 2 Duo T7100 at 1.8 GHz, 2GB RAM, 160GB HDD, DVD+/-R/RW / Wireless / HDMI Port / 896MB NVIDIA GeForce 8400 w/Webcam/ Windows Vista Preimium)
13 of 13 found the following review helpful:
The best notebook I have ever ownedSep 28, 2007
This is the second VAIO notebook I have purchased. I have been using it for about two months as a desktop replacement running dual monitors and have had no problems with it. It runs Vista well, the screen is beautiful, and has plenty of power for gaming.
I am a little confused about the previous reviews. This laptop *DOES* come with Vista Ultimate (that is what the U in VGN-AR550U means). Also, this laptop does *NOT* have a Blu-Ray drive. So trying to play BD movies in it simply will not work!
14 of 23 found the following review helpful:
 HELP ME AMAZONAug 18, 2007
I totally agree with Richard D. Unholz. I bought mine from antonline after placing the order with amazon first but they were out of stock. I am now expressing my dissatifaction with antonline since I have been trying to return the product 1 week now and although going through the necessary procedures they still have not sent me the RMA. I phoned them and the sent me back to their website. The pc is missing some key specs from the one I ordered. Guys be careful stay away from this company. You do not want to pay 3000 plus and its not worth it because the company itself ripped you off and they wont even respond to you email. I wish amazon could step in and do something cause all I want is exactly what I paid for or my money back if its out of stock. One would think that the service for a high priced machine would be better. Again guys stay away from antonline.
16 of 26 found the following review helpful:
Not quite as advertisedAug 14, 2007
The Amazon description says that this computer comes with Windows Vista Ultimate installed, but it actually has Windows Vista Home Premium. You can upgrade to Ultimate from the crapware screen for $159.00.
I have as yet been unable to play commercial BD movies to my HDCP compliant TV through the HDMI out connection, instead getting a message from the DVD player program that this is not allowed. I am also unhappy with the difficulty of removing the crapware, including the Spiderman movies.
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