VGN-BX540B BTO Series

VAIO?? BX Series Notebook PC

ADAPTIVEPLUS??? TECHNOLOGIES FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

AdaptivePlus??? technologies combine ??? exibilty, mobility, security and communications that are designed to help businesses compete, produce, and grow, giving businesses the necessary tools for success.

FLEXIBILITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

The VAIO?? BX Series Notebook features the unique and powerful Multi-Function Bay, enabling simple swapping out of powerful peripherals such as a DVD??RW Double Layer Bay Unit5, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Bay Unit, 80GB9 HDD Bay Unit (5400rpm SATA), Weight Saver Bay Unit, and an HDD Adapter Bay Unit. Each of these optional peripherals is compatible with all three size con??? gurations of the BX Series Notebook, making ef??? cient resource allocation across your team a logical and natural part of your technology management.

MOBILITY AND COMMUNICATION FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

The VAIO?? BX Series Notebooks are designed with mobility in mind. Integrated Bluetooth?? technology3 and optional Intel?? Centrino??? Mobile Technology means all BX Series Notebooks feature integrated 802.11b/g wireless LAN2, and ef??? cient power and application management, which provide extended battery life6 when you???re on the go. VAIO?? BX Series Notebooks also offer communication technology to keep you wirelessly connected, networked and conferenced in. With Gigabit Ethernet, optional Bluetooth?? headset, and an optional built-in camera for real-time video conferencing (video conferencing software needs to be obtained separately)16, you can communicate in whatever style makes you the most productive.

The VGN-BX540B offers integrated Wireless Wide Area Network (WAN)17 for access to the Cingular Wireless National EDGE Network using SmartWi??? technology. Sony???s SmartWi??? technology (the mergence of wireless WAN17, wireless LAN2 and Bluetooth??3 technologies) enables seamless, automatic toggling between connectivity modes.

The Sony VAIO BX Series Notebook has been tested in accordance with criteria set by Cisco and is compatible with Cisco???s Aironet 1200AG Series Access Point platform and Cisco???s Access Control Server v3.3.14

SECURITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

Security is a top priority with the VAIO?? BX Series Notebook. All BX Series Notebooks feature an integrated biometrics ??? ngerprint sensor, delivering personal security and the IT cost-savings and convenience of not having to remember your passwords. The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip is compliant with TCG v1.1b, enabling companies to set the level of security on a speci??? c client/user basis. Data can be encrypted over the local network, within the system, and over the Internet, giving you the ability with a single platform to dial in the speci??? c level of client security required.

Flexibility, mobility, security, superior communications functionality and VAIO?? Care full-service support. The VAIO?? BX Series Notebook makes productivity truly scalable, enabling you to empower your business with Sony technology. With your choice of screen sizes featuring XBRITE-ECO??? LCD technology, swappable optional peripherals, leading-edge security components, and powerful communication options, the BX Notebook enables businesses to better manage resources, equip employees, and maximize value.

VGN-BX540B BTO Series

VAIO?? BX Series Notebook PC

Hardware

Processor (Con???gurable)

Intel?? Pentium?? M Processor 740 (1.73GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Intel?? Pentium?? M Processor 760 (2.00GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Intel?? Pentium?? M Processor 780 (2.26GHz1, 2MB L2 Cache)

Front Side Bus

533MHz

Chipset

Intel?? 915GM

LCD10

14.1??? XGA(1024x768) XBRITE-ECO??? Technology

Hard Drive (Con???gurable)

40GB9 (5400RPM) SATA, 9.5mm Height

60GB9 (5400RPM) SATA, 9.5mm Height

80GB9 (5400RPM) SATA, 9.5mm Height

100GB9 (5400RPM) SATA, 9.5mm Height

Memory (Con???gurable)

512MB (256MB/DDR2/533/SO-DIMMx2) 512MB (512MB/DDR2/533/SO-DIMMx1) 1GB (512MB/DDR2/533/SO-DIMMx2)

(Expandable to 2GB - On-board memory con??? gured at time of purchase)

Graphics

Intel?? 915GM Integrated 128MB dynamically allocated shared video memory (Intel?? 915GM)

Graphics Interface

VGA out w/ Smart Display Sensor

Optical Drive (Con???gurable)

DVD??RW5 DL/CD-RW Multi-Bay Unit

DVD+R Write (8x MAX), DVD+R DL Write (4x MAX), DVD+RW (8x MAX) DVD-R Write (8x MAX), DVD-RW (6x MAX)

CD-R Write (24x MAX), CD-RW Write (24x MAX) CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive Multi-Bay Unit

CD-R Write (24x MAX), CD-RW Write (24x MAX) None

Modem

Integrated V.90 Modem with RJ-11 interface

Audio

Windows?? sound system compatible,

Built-in stereo speakers

Audio Interface

Monaural mini microphone jack

Headphone jack

Media Slots

Supports optional Memory Stick??, Memory Stick Duo??? media7 and Secure Digital (SD) media

PC Card Slot

One PCMCIA - Type II/Type I card slot with CardBus support

Other Interfaces

i.LINK?? connector (IEEE 1394)8, 3 USB 2.0 ports, docking station connector

Pointing Devices

Electro-Static touch pad and Pointing Stick

Keyboard

QWERTY, 85 keys with 2.5mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch

Action Buttons

Power On, S1, S2, Wireless LAN On/Off, Mute, Camera Off (if con??? gured with optional camera)

Power Requirements

105W+10%

Battery (Con???gurable)

Standard 6 cell Battery (VGP-BPS4)

Estimated Battery Life

2.0 ??? 3.0 hours6

Communication

Intel?? PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection (802.11b/g)2 Mini-PCI Fast Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T (RJ-45)

Integrated Bluetooth??3 ver 2.0 Technology

Optional Motion Eye?? 0.3M Built In Camera for video conferencing16

Security

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) TCG Ver 1.1b Compliant with Wave Software Biometric Fingerprint Sensor with Protector Suite QL Software

Cisco??? V3 Compatibility

The Sony VAIO BX Series Notebook has been tested in accordance with test criteria set by Cisco and is compatible with Cisco???s Aironet 1200AG Series Access Point platform and Cisco???s Access Control Server v3.314

Weight

5.07lbs.4

Size (W x H x D)10

12.5???(W) x 1.32???-1.34???(H) x 10.4???(D)

Color

Silver Casing (Magnesium Casing)

Supplied Accessories

Standard Lithium-Ion Battery (VGP-BPS4)

AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10)

Power Cord

System Recovery Disc

Optional Accessories

Multi-Function Docking Station with battery charger (VGP-PRBX1)

AC Adapter included (VGP-AC19V9) Docking Station I/O:

Multi-Function Bay Battery Charger Serial Port

Hi Speed USB (USB 2.0) Ports x 4 Security Lock and Lock/Unlock Switch Printer Port

Monitor (VGA) Port

Monitor (DVI-D) Port

Fast Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Additional Standard Battery (VGP-BPS4)

Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL4) AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V10)

DVD+R Double Layer/DVD??RW5 Multi-Bay unit (VGP-DRWBX1) CD-RW/DVD-ROM Multi-Bay unit (VGP-CRWBX1)

HDD Adapter Multi-Bay unit (VGP-HDABX1) Compatible with PATA 2.5??? 9.5mm Height

80GB9 SATA 5400RPM 9.5mm Height HDD Multi-Bay unit (VGP-HDBX08)

VGN-BX540B BTO Series

VAIO?? BX Series Notebook PC

Standard Software

Operating System

Microsoft?? Windows?? XP Professional with Service Pack 2

Supplied Software

Click to DVD??? - DVD Creation (DVD+R Double Layer/DVD??RW5 only) InterVideo WinDVD

Roxio?? DigitalMedia SE (DVD+R Double Layer/DVD??RW5 only) Microsoft?? Works?? 8.0

Microsoft?? Of??? ce Small Business Edition (60-Day Trial)15

Anti-Virus and Recovery Software

Norton?? Internet Security 2005 90-Day Introductory Subscription

VAIO Help and Support

VAIO Support Central

Service and Warranty

Limited Warranty

1 Year Limited Warranty13 with Onsite Service

Telephone Support

1 year toll-free technical telephone assistance, 24-hours, 7-days-a-week11 1-888-476-6972

Online and Email Support

Support available from http://www.sony.com/pcsupport

1GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions.

2Requires 802.11b or 802.11g compatible access point. Some functionality may require Internet services, which may require a fee.

3Interoperability among Bluetooth?? devices varies.

4Non-metric weights and measures are approximate with standard battery and weight saver.

5DVD media/formats are not universally compatible.

6 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage and con??? guration options selected.

7Supports Memory Stick?? and Memory Stick Duo??? without adaptor.

8i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other.

9GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary.

10Viewable area measured diagonally.

11For certain third party software applications, Sony provides ??? rst level Phone support. Additional telephone support may be available from the applicable third party vendor. Availability and schedule for any such support is determined by the applicable software vendor.

12ATI Mobility Radeon XYZ model with 128MB Dedicated Memory; with HyperMemory??? supporting up to 256MB dynamically shared RAM video memory.

13When available, Sony will provide Onsite Service in ful??? llment of its limited warranty obligations. Any such services are subject to the terms and conditions of the limited warranty. See actual Limited Warranty for details. Onsite Service will be provided via third-party technician to be dispatched as needed following phone-based troubleshooting. Some repairs may be accomplished with self repair kits. Onsite Service may not be available in all locations.

14Sony VAIO?? Professional BX Series has tested compatible with the Cisco Aironet Access Point 1200 Series and the Cisco Access Control Server v3.3. Cisco Compatible signi??? es that Sony???s product has undergone interoperability testing by Sony, together with Cisco and a third-party test house, based on testing criteria set by Cisco. Sony is solely responsible for the support and warranty of its product.

Cisco makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to Sony???s product or its interoperation with the listed Cisco product and disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or ??? tness for a particular use, or against infringement.

15The Microsoft Of??? ce 2003 60-day trial software is intended for evaluation purposes only. This trial software is installed on your system and you must activate the software before you can use it. Product activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the software; activation requires Internet access. This software has an expiration date of 60 days from date of ??? rst use, at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations.

16A broadband connection is required along with third party services which may require a subscription fee and other service fees.

17Subscription with Cingular Wireless required. See www.sony.com/cingular for complete offer details, price plans, service terms and conditions, and coverage map. Call 1-888-739-VAIO (8246) for service activation.

Computer interface: The computer industry lacks standards and, therefore, there are a multitude of varying software packages and add-on hardware options. This personal computer is not manufactured to operate any speci??? c software, and Sony does not and cannot make any warranty or representation with respect to the performance of this product with any particular software packages and/or non-Sony add-on hardware options except those mentioned in this document. Sony hereby disclaims any representations or warranty that this product is compatible with any combination of products you may choose to connect. While Sony representatives or Sony authorized dealers may be authorized to vary or waive this disclaimer. Purchasers must determine for themselves the suitability and compatibility of the hardware and software in each and every particular instance. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display. Pre-installed software may not be identical to retail versions or have all documentation. This product meets the standards of the international Energy Star Program for energy ef??? ciency. Features and speci??? cations are subject to change without notice.

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