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SONY VAIO CS Series VGN-CS230J/Q NoteBook Intel Core 2 Duo P8600(2.40GHz) 14.1" Wide XGA 4GB Memory DDR2 800 320GB HDD 5400rpm DVD Super Multi Intel GMA 4500MHD - Retail

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Sony answers the call for a lightweight, portable notebook that offers productivity, entertainment, and personal flair with the VAIO CS230J/Q notebook. This eye-catching equipment comes in a variety of vivid colors to complement your style. Does a sleek and contemporary black accentuate your work attire?

The 14.1" widescreen uses XBRITE ECO technology to display movies and pictures with stunning clarity, true-to-life color, and razor-sharp detail. The Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 processor and 4GB of RAM will ensure that all of your programs, even power hungry games and graphics editing software, run without a hitch. You'll never run out of room to store your documents, pictures, and audio and video files with the large 320GB hard drive. Use the DVD Super Multi drive to create your own portable media and backup files.

Various media slots and USB ports offer simple accessibility to MP3 players, digital cameras, and more. Integrated Motion Eye webcam, microphone, Bluetooth, and WiFi will keep you in touch via video conferences and IP calls. Windows Vista Home Premium rounds out this efficient and stylish hardware. Let the Sony VAIO CS230J/Q enhance your life from business all the way to pleasure.

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Very Happy Techy

white Reviewed By: Teezy on 6/11/2009
Rating + 5
Tech Level Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
Pros: -Very Fast cpu duo 2.4 Fast boot too
-very sleek and perfect size
-320gb hd needed
-lightweight
-Vista 64bit for 4gb memory recognition
-Stream HD video to dlink dsm750 hd media center
-Connects to NAS drive NP
-5 gig wireless netcard ( I was surprised had 5gig)
-has bluetooth
-Nice battery life too can even get the upgraded battery 4 it
-Works great with dlink dir-855 router NP
-has burner
-Stays very cool even after 5 hrs hooked into power
-Very nice and bright screen
Cons: -No Bluray but you really dont need that for a laptop
-I dont see a touchpad button to turn it off but i always use a bluetooth mouse so not an issue for me
-I did not get a recovery cd or any software of anykind for the os
-hd 5400rpm but has no problems
Other Thoughts: Searched for 3 weeks and its Perfect for me i dont like big bulky laptops had a 17 inch hp and it was a beast this is very sleek and lightwight lets see how long it lasts.
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Quick Specs (view all30)

ModelVGN-CS230J/Q
SeriesVAIO CS Series
CPU TypeIntel Core 2 Duo
CPU SpeedP8600(2.40GHz)
Screen Size14.1"

Review Summary (read all 1 Reviews)

5
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Total Reviews: 1

Very Happy Techy

white Reviewed By: Teezy on 6/11/2009
Rating + 5
Tech Level Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
Pros: -Very Fast cpu duo 2.4 Fast boot too
-very sleek and perfect size
-320gb hd needed
-lightweight
-Vista 64bit for 4gb memory recognition
-Stream HD video to dlink dsm750 hd media center
-Connects to NAS drive NP
-5 gig wireless netcard ( I was surprised had 5gig)
-has bluetooth
-Nice battery life too can even get the upgraded battery 4 it
-Works great with dlink dir-855 router NP
-has burner
-Stays very cool even after 5 hrs hooked into power
-Very nice and bright screen
Cons: -No Bluray but you really dont need that for a laptop
-I dont see a touchpad button to turn it off but i always use a bluetooth mouse so not an issue for me
-I did not get a recovery cd or any software of anykind for the os
-hd 5400rpm but has no problems
Other Thoughts: Searched for 3 weeks and its Perfect for me i dont like big bulky laptops had a 17 inch hp and it was a beast this is very sleek and lightwight lets see how long it lasts.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you? Yes No
Model
Brand SONY
Series VAIO CS Series
Model VGN-CS230J/Q
General
Color Glossy Black
Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit
CPU Type Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 2.4G
Screen 14.1" WXGA
Memory Size 4GB DDR2
Hard Disk 320GB
Optical Drive DVD Super Multi
Graphics Card Intel GMA 4500MHD
Video Memory Shared memory
Communication Gigabit LAN and WLAN
Card slot One ExpressCard /34
Dimensions 13.2" x 9.6" x 1.14-1.57"
Weight 5.7 lbs. (with standard battery)
Tech Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology
CPU
CPU Type Intel Core 2 Duo
CPU Speed P8600(2.40GHz)
CPU FSB 1066MHz
CPU L2 Cache 3MB
Display
Screen Size 14.1"
Wide Screen Support Yes
Display Type Wide XGA
Resolution 1280 x 800
LCD Features XBRITE-ECO technology
Operating Systems
Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit
Graphics
GPU/VPU Intel GMA 4500MHD
Video Memory Shared system memory
Graphic Type Integrated Card
Hard Drive
HDD 320GB
HDD RPM 5400rpm
HDD Interface SATA
Memory
Memory 4GB
Memory Speed DDR2 800
Memory Spec 2GB x 2
Max Memory Supported 4GB
Optical Drive
Optical Drive Type DVD Super Multi
Optical Drive Interface Integrated
Optical Drive Spec CD Support : Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW)
DVD Support : Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-RAM)
Communications
Modem Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-11)
LAN 10/100Mbps
WLAN Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth Technology (2.1+EDR)
Ports
Card Slot One ExpressCard /34
USB 3
IEEE 1394 1
Video Port 1 x VGA
Audio Ports 1 x Microphone jack; 1 x Headphone jack
Audio
Audio Intel High Definition Audio
Input Device
Touchpad Electro-Static touch pad
Keyboard QWERTY, 82 keys with 2mm stroke and 18.05mm pitch
Supplemental Drive
Card Reader One Memory Stick PRO media slot (Standard/Duo) with MagicGate functionality
One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media slot
Webcam Built-in 1.3 megapixel MOTION EYE camera
Power
Battery Standard Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS13/S)
Physical spec
Dimensions 13.2" x 9.6" x 1.14-1.57"
Weight 5.7 lbs. (with standard battery)
Manufacturer Warranty
Parts 1 year limited
Labor 1 year limited

Introduction

Sony answers the call for a lightweight, portable notebook that offers productivity, entertainment, and personal flair with the VAIO CS230J/Q notebook. This eye-catching equipment comes in a variety of vivid colors to complement your style. Does a sleek and contemporary black accentuate your work attire?

The 14.1" widescreen uses XBRITE ECO technology to display movies and pictures with stunning clarity, true-to-life color, and razor-sharp detail. The Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 processor and 4GB of RAM will ensure that all of your programs, even power hungry games and graphics editing software, run without a hitch. You'll never run out of room to store your documents, pictures, and audio and video files with the large 320GB hard drive. Use the DVD Super Multi drive to create your own portable media and backup files.

Various media slots and USB ports offer simple accessibility to MP3 players, digital cameras, and more. Integrated Motion Eye webcam, microphone, Bluetooth, and WiFi will keep you in touch via video conferences and IP calls. Windows Vista Home Premium rounds out this efficient and stylish hardware. Let the Sony VAIO CS230J/Q enhance your life from business all the way to pleasure.

Highlights

newegg Intel Notebook Processor Technology with "Genius" Rating
The Sony VAIO VGN-CS230J/Q is built upon the cutting-edge Intel Centrino 2 processor technology platform with a 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 processor, Mobile Intel 45 series Express chipset and Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN adapter. Blazing performance, amazing battery life and universal wireless connectivity are all hallmarks of this package.
newegg Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology
The Sony VAIO VGN-CS230J/Q is built upon the cutting-edge Intel Centrino 2 processor technology platform with a 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 processor, Mobile Intel 45 series Express chipset and Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN adapter. Blazing performance, amazing battery life and universal wireless connectivity are all hallmarks of this package.
newegg Integrated Intel GMA 4500MHD Graphics Core
The integrated Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD boasts fast core speeds of up to 533MHz and advanced Intel Clear Video technology to deliver enhanced graphics and 3D rendering performance, and outstanding HD video playback with sharper image quality and precise color control.
newegg 14.1-inch Wide XGA Screen with XBRITE-ECO Technology
The 14.1-inch Wide XGA Screen displays large pictures with almost no "black bars" for enhanced viewing comfort during movie playback. With Sony's XBRITE-ECO Technology, enjoy movies with extraordinary color purity and saturation, even in the bright daylight.
newegg Built-in DVD Super Multi
The built-in DVD Super Multi burns any DVD+R/-R, DVD+RW/-RW or DVD-RAM disc and supports the dual-layer function allowing up to 8.5GB data to be burned and saved on a single dual-layer disc. Burn your own DVD/VCD movies or backup data with ease!
newegg Built-in 1.3 Megapixel Motion Eye Camera and Microphone
With the integrated 1.3MP Motion Eye camera and microphone, video chat or record videos and share them with your family or friends!

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SONY VAIO CS Series VGN-CS230J/Q Intel Core 2 Duo 14.1" Wide XGA Intel GMA 4500MHD NoteBook - Retail
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Quick Specs

BrandSONY
SeriesVAIO CS Series
Screen Size14.1"
Resolution1280 x 800
TechIntel Centrino 2 Processor Technology
CPU TypeIntel Core 2 Duo
CPU SpeedP8600(2.40GHz)
GPU/VPUIntel GMA 4500MHD
Hard Disk320GB
BluetoothYes
Memory Size4GB DDR2
Optical DriveDVD Super Multi
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