Sony VAIO VX88P Laptop (LV 850A MHz-M PIII, 256 MB RAM, 30 GB hard drive)

by Sony

Product Details

Product Manual [900kb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000067NNX
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 15, 2002

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Though lacking a few of the higher-end features found in some Sony mobiles, the Vaio VX88P notebook is nevertheless an ideal choice for anyone who needs a truly portable solution for their everyday computing. At a mere 4.42 pounds, an inch high, and just 12.3 by 10.3 inches in diameter, the VX88P weighs significantly less than a typical briefcase and isn't much larger than a letter-size file folder. If you're always on the go, you'll appreciate the convenience such a small profile can bring.

Yet Sony has managed to fashion the featherweight VX88P with enough features for all but the most demanding applications. At the heart of the system lies an 850 MHz Mobile Intel Pentium III processor with 512 KB of Level 2 cache, 256 MB of SDRAM RAM (expandable to 384 MB), and an 11 MB Intel 815EM graphics chip. While this level of performance won't be enough to satisfy die-hard 3-D gamers or power users, it's more than enough for standard notebook purposes.

The VX88P features a number of data storage, transfer, and backup alternatives, including a sizable 30 GB hard drive, a Memory Stick media slot for Memory Stick or MagicGate media, and an optional 3.5-inch USB floppy disk drive. Its external i.Link CD-RW/DVD combo drive (24x/8x/4x, 8x DVD) allows you to archive files, record and play music CDs, and enjoy DVD movies. If you opt for the latter, you'll be doing so through the system's surprisingly large 14.1-inch XGA (1,024 x 768) TFT display and built-in stereo speakers.

No matter where you are, the VX88P ensures you'll never feel out of touch. Its integrated V.90 modem offers low-speed Web and e-mail access, its 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet interface provides high-speed surfing and LAN connectivity, and its long-lasting, lithium-ion battery provides up to 5.5 hours from a single charge. You can even go wireless with the integrated IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN. Other amenities include an i.Link IEEE 1394 jack for fast data uploads from devices such as digital camcorders, two USB ports for plug-and-play peripherals, a VGA output for external monitors, and stereo headphone jack and microphone-in connections.

The unit's control center features a standard keyboard, a convenient center Jog Dial with back button, and an electrostatic touch pad. Pre-installed software includes the Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system, Quicken 2002 New User Edition, a bevy of audio-video software, and several helpful online tools.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Laptop - Great Portability, November 10, 2002

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darylsmorris "DSM-Nolensville" (Nolensville, TN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sony VAIO VX88P Laptop (LV 850A MHz-M PIII, 256 MB RAM, 30 GB hard drive) (Personal Computers)

I waited a long time to finally purchase a laptop. I am a Sony fan and each my last three personal desktops have been Sony. At 850 Mhz you may think slow, but I will tell you that I find it to be just as fast as my new Sony PCG-752, 2.0 mhz! The portability makes it easy to transport, the memory stick makes it easy to upload my photos from my Sony-P9 camera and also share files with other, non-Sony PCs by us an optional USB memory stick reader. I do not miss the 3.5 disk drive and the portable, non-powered CD-RW/DVD drive is great and fast! The battery life is great. The bundled battery life offers a 5 hour life for standard usage, but varies when using the wireless LAN and when adjusting the brightness of the screen. I don't want to forget to mention the built in wireless LAN - it's fast and easy. The software bundle is one of Sony's best features. They stock their standard systems with multimedia software that will give you great advantages over equivelant Gateway's or Dell's. Needless to say, I am very happy with my purchase and recommend it to anyone looking for mobility with awesome power.