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Summary : Screen Size, Screen Resolution, Graphics Coprocessor, Graphics Card RAM

Screen Size

15.4 inches

Processor

2000 MHz Intel Core 2 Duo

RAM

2 GB

Hard Drive

200 GB mechanical_hard_drive

Graphics Coprocessor

Intel Integrated Graphics

Chipset Brand

intel

Card Description

dedicated

Wireless Type

802.11abg, 802.11 a/b/g/n, 802.11n, 802.11A

Other Technical Details

Brand Name

Sony

Item model number

VGN-FZ160E/B

Hardware Platform

Operating System

Windows VISTA;

Item Weight

5.75 pounds

Product Dimensions

10 x 14 x 1.4 inches

Item Dimensions L x W x H

10.02 x 14.01 x 1.36 inches

Processor Brand

Intel

Processor Count

Computer Memory Type

DRAM

Hard Drive Interface

Serial ATA

Hard Drive Rotational Speed

4200 RPM

Additional Information

ASIN

B000Q3UOZ2

Customer Reviews

21 customer reviews

3.0 out of 5 stars

Shipping Weight

8.9 pounds

Domestic Shipping

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Date First Available

May 13, 2007

Warranty & Support

Amazon.com Return Policy:You may return any new computer purchased from Amazon.com that is "dead on arrival," arrives in damaged condition, or is still in unopened boxes, for a full refund within 30 days of purchase. Amazon.com reserves the right to test "dead on arrival" returns and impose a customer fee equal to 15 percent of the product sales price if the customer misrepresents the condition of the product. Any returned computer that is damaged through customer misuse, is missing parts, or is in unsellable condition due to customer tampering will result in the customer being charged a higher restocking fee based on the condition of the product. Amazon.com will not accept returns of any desktop or notebook computer more than 30 days after you receive the shipment. New, used, and refurbished products purchased from Marketplace vendors are subject to the returns policy of the individual vendor.

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stylusx

Just say NO.

December 6, 2007

Model: VGN-FZ180E/BVerified Purchase

I compared this VAIO with other computers of similar design. And decided that the price differential (from a MacBook Pro) was compelling enough to opt for the Sony. Big mistake.

First, the VAIO ships with not only a load of crap-ware preinstalled, but the removal of same can cause serious problems. Symantec doesn't like removal. The Quickbooks version sent preinstalled is incompatible with Vista and it tells you so, should you care to start it up.

Vista/VAIO will only recognize 3GB of ram, even if you take them up on the recommendation to install 4GB.

Forget about Bluetooth. The VAIO doesn't come with it installed, or wireless N either. If you try to install a Bluetooth USB the install crashes with various units.

The Sony does have some nice design features, a beautiful screen, Blu-Ray Drive, and a very cool switch to kill Wi-Fi when you are in a hostile environment. It's light and fast. But this computer isn't ready for Vista, and Vista isn't ready for the world.

One word on Amazon...they are the best. They took the VAIO back without a sqwauk and refunded my money...all of it with no restocking charge. Although the computer was a nightmare, dealing with Amazon was perfect.

Bottom Line? Buy a Macbook Pro from Amazon. Get a rebate, good price and sleep at night...

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Tony Kyritsis

Almost PERFECT!

November 25, 2007

Model: VGN-FZ180E/BVerified Purchase

It delivers what it promises and more! Excellent BLU-RAY & HiDef performance (edit HD content & burn).Battery life could be better.
NOT quiet 2hrs (to finish viewing a movie)on standard battery.
About 3 1/2hrs on HiCapacity battery, at the cost of extra weight/size/$250. Still HIGHLY recommended...ALMOST perfect.

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Ramsaymysore

Brought this on December 25, 2007 one of the best laptop

January 16, 2012

Model: VGN-FZ180E/BVerified Purchase

I brought this laptop on Amazon on December 25, 2007.After purchase I have uninstalled all the trail wares and zunkwares from Sony.Solid laptop still it is going strong

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T. J.Top Contributor: Diving

Great computer but packed full of crappy software

August 8, 2007

Model: VGN-FZ180E/B

I just bought this computer about three weeks ago. Love the screen, bluray player is beautiful, super fast. I upgraded it to 4gb of ram but it was fast without it. I bought it for design work. Runs the entire Adobe CS3 Suite super fast.

Cons: Took me two days to uninstall all of the trial and other junk software installed by Sony. Battery life is horrible. I bought another power supply so I have one at work and one at home. The minute I unplug the thing from the wall it says 91% battery life remaining. ??? I have never seen such horrible battery life. I got used to my old Gateway that gave me 4 hours of battery life. I'm lucky if I get an hour just browsing the internet. This above all is the only thing that is bad about this machine. If the battery were better I would give it five stars.

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C. H. Cummins

VAIO VGN-FZ180E/B from Powerbook to VAIO Wow!

December 5, 2007

Model: VGN-FZ180E/B

Sony VAIO VGN-FZ180E/B 15.4" Notebook PC (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7300, 2 GB RAM, 200 GB Hard Drive, Vista Home Premium)

I own a 1st generation Powerbook Aluminum. And while I love my PB it is getting quite 'long in the tooth'. I was shopping for a replacement, and the new MacBooks start at $1999.00. A bit pricey. So I started looking at Windows laptops. The VAIO, by far, offers the best feature set, for the amount of money spent. Intel Centrino Core 2 Duo 2GH processor, 2GB ram, 200GB HD, and a Blu-Ray disc burner for under $1400!!

The machine is very peppy. The xbrite display is jaw dropping gorgeous! Very bright, colors seem vibrant, warm.

Setup was a breeze, and Vista practically connected itself, to my wireless network.

The laptop is very robust. I have had several programs open at once, including a desktop workspace manager application, for managing multiple desktops, and I did not experience any performance issues.

If there is a 'downside' to this laptop, it is that Sony loads it with so much bloatware, adware, trialware, none of which - in my opinion - adds any value to the machine. Boot-up time, out of the box, was a bit slow, but was noticeably faster, and quite acceptable, once I eliminated non-essential programs, from startup.

Simply put, build/finish is very nice, solid feel, robust management of multiple applications with little degradation in performance, inclusion of Blu-Ray burner sealed the deal, as the features provided, are well worth the money that was spent. A good value!

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