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| | Features | Laptop with modern looks in black/silver and 15.4-inch LCD; 1.73 GHz Intel Core Duo T2250 processor120 GB hard drive, 1 GB RAM (2 GB max), multi-format/dual-layer DVD/CD burnerConnectivity: 2 USB, 1 FireWire, 1 VGA, ExpressCard 34, multi-format Memory Stick readerTri-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g), 10/100 Ethernet, Intel GMA 950 (up to 224 MB of shared RAM)Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (with Media Center capabilities)
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| | Description | This notebook features Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, a version of Microsoft's latest operating system, that has built-in features to increase your productivity and enhance your enjoyment of creative and entertainment applications. Windows Media Center allows you to enjoy all of your digital media in one location - in your living room on your TV. The brand-new Aero desktop is more than just a new 3D interface. For example, Flip 3D is a new and unique way of browsing through open programs. You see images of each program and can cycle through them with your mouse's scroll wheel. You also get Windows Mobility Center for a one-stop location to your laptop's mobile device settings, and Windows Meeting Space, which allows you to simultaneously collaborate on file from anywhere. Combining this functionality with powerful hardware, this notebook has what you need to compute in style when you're on the road. Native Resolution - 1280x800 Dual Layer DVD Writer - (write speeds) up to 4x DL DVD-R, 4x DL DVD+R, 5x DVD-RAM, 8x DVD-R, 8x DVD+R, 8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW, 24x CD-R, & 16x CD-RW Dual Layer DVD Writer - (read speeds) up to 8x DVD-ROM & 24x CD-ROM Integrated 802.11a/b/g Wi-Fi Wireless Network Adapter Multimedia Card Reader - supports Memory Stick(R) PRO and Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo with MagicGate Secure Digital Media Slot ExpressCard/34 Slot Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with 224MB of shared memory (memory is taken from the main system's RAM) Ports - 10/100 Ethernet, 2 USB 2.0, 1 4-pin Firewire, 1 Headphone Out, 1 Microphone In, & 1 VGA Out 56k Fax Modem Color - Black Unit Dimensions - 14.4 (w) x 1.6 (h) x 10.5 (d) Unit Weight - 6.5 lbs. Note - When you first turn this machine on, you will have to wait ONLY 5-6 minutes before you use Windows Vista. | |
| | Product Details | | Product Length: | 10.5 inches | | Product Width: | 14.4 inches | | Product Height: | 1.6 inches | | Product Weight: | 6.5 pounds | | Package Length: | 16.9 inches | | Package Width: | 13.2 inches | | Package Height: | 5.5 inches | | Package Weight: | 9.2 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 12 reviews |
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15 of 15 found the following review helpful:
 BE WARNED - BIG FLAW Jul 05, 2007
By Cory Skolnik
"Snacks"
WARNING: Do not buy a new Sony Vaio of any kind with Vista if you want to record any audio off of your sound card - meaning the internet. Sony has permanently disabled the "wave" or "stereo out" abilities of they're new computers. On all other major brands there is a simple two click solution, but Sony has deemed it in their best interests to make it impossible to reverse. This is a serious and deliberate flaw that they've built into their computers with bigger "corporate interests" in mind, not the usefulness of their computers to the average consumer. And they're customer service (what a joke) could care less! Be warned. See this forum for more information.
http://forums.microsoft.com/MSDN/showpost.aspx?postid=1816948&siteid=1
11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
 Solid Laptop for the Money Mar 25, 2007
By Edward Kim
I originally planned to buy this laptop to upgrade my obselete Sony pentium 4 laptop. I was shopping at Frys and they were out of stock, but they had the HP 6225 laptop for the same price. The HP had a better processor (Amd 64 x2 tl50), it was in stock, and I really needed a new laptop so I pulled the trigger and bought it. Unfortunately, although it was great while it lasted, the HP had all kinds of problems and eventually crapped out (during my college finals) after only 6 days. I returned the HP and got the Sony N250e and am very happy with it.
If you are someone that values quality and durability over technological statistics, then this model is for you. It's sleek, durable, and easy to use. I've had absolutely no problems with it. You can probably get another laptop with a faster processor for the price, but if you are like me, and a new laptop is a major purchase, buying a Sony and not having to worry about quality and reliability is worth it. Like I said, it may not be the fasted, but it's fast enough, it works, and it gets does job done nicely. I'd rather have a slower computer that performs great consistently, than a faster computer that doesn't.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 It looks great, but performance disappoints. Oct 05, 2008
By J. Byrne
I've owned this laptop for about eight months, and its battery life has dwindled to about 45 minutes, from a high of about two hours.
I assumed that a Sony product would, at a minimum, have decent audio quality, but the speakers are so quiet-- even at full volume-- that headphones are a necessity.
As a desktop replacement, this computer works fine. For basic internet browsing, email, word processing, iTunes playlist management, etc., it works fine. Still, away from the charger, this computer is basically useless, it's often slow, and shut-down takes an eternity.
People compliment its sleek look, but I wouldn't buy this system again. The battery life is inexcusable, and SONY customer support was quick to tell me that they cannot and do not warrant battery performance.
The sleek aesthetic comes at the expense of performance.
3 of 4 found the following review helpful:
 Sony VAIO VGN-N250E/B 15.4" Notebook PC Jul 24, 2007
By M. Ballard
I bought this Sony after owning a Dell Inspiron laptop with XP loaded for 5 years. The Dell had been quite reliable, came with instructions, software, and one year free guarantee, but I dropped it and the lid was hanging by a thread so time to look for something else. I researched between another Dell and the VAIO and it seemed I was getting a better deal with the Sony (VAIO's good reputation and on sale at Circuit City for about $850) so I bought it in March 07. My experience thus far is mixed: Positives: It is a reliable computer, boots fast, downloads fast, has a nice big very clear screen, and 4 hour battery. My mp3 player seems to work fine and the downloads were fairly fast. Problems: My biggest problem is not so much with the computer as with the operating system, Vista. I HATE VISTA!(my wife hears me yell that about every day). There was no choice or I would have chosen XP. I use XP at work and Vista is so different that I get really confused going between the two. I have setup my Vista to look as much like "Classic XP" as possible, but it doesn't help much. Woe be it if the working world switches fully to Vista. If your seller gives a choice, go with XP. There are several of my programs that do not work with Vista even after I downloaded fixes. Other issues: it came with absolutely no documentation or backup software--just the computer and the box. The power cord is shorter than most laptops so you may need an extension cord. There are only two USB slots and they are on the right side. I plug in a 4-way to give me extra slots (one is a wireless mouse) and it totally gets in the way of the mouse in small spaces like a lap table. I have had no techical problems to this point so have no experience with Sony help desk or repairs. Just take a close look at your USB needs and your desire/ability to learn a new operating system.
5 of 7 found the following review helpful:
 Great Laptop Apr 21, 2007
By bjjoggs
This is a great laptop. I have a two year old desk top hp and since I got the sony laptop I do not use my hp desktop which I always hated.
I really had purchased my laptop just for my business when I am at the hosital at work or on the road, however I am using it a lot at home.
My sister told me to buy this product. She got a cheaper computer and she is a computer geek however she is a cheapo.
I am not a computer geek and I am glad that I listen to her.
I am loving it and spending hours on it and learning every detail on it.
Buy it and you will enjoy.
I have had the laptop for a month and very happy.
I bought it from Best Buy for $802.00 on sale and that includes taxes. I feel that I got a great deal.
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