Get up and go.

  • TRY THIS OUT FOR SIZE.

    It's light, it's stylish, it's the VAIO® W Series mini notebook. A welcome addition to the VAIO family, this little go-getter delivers the essential laptop experience—email, instant messaging, Facebook®, YouTube®, Twitter—in a size so small you can take it anywhere.

  • SAY HELLO TO MY LITTLE FRIEND.

    The W makes a perfect second computer. Keep one around the house and watch as its portable power makes things easier than ever. Look up online5 recipes in the kitchen. Check sports scores from the garage. Check email without running to the home office. This mini multitasker does it all in classic Sony VAIO fashion.

  • fun for kids, smart for parents.

    KidZui is a Web browser, search engine and online playground for kids ages 3-12, and it's included on the W Series computer. Kids have the freedom to learn, play, search and discover over 2 million games, websites, videos and photos on their own. KidZui has the largest number of games, websites, videos and photos reviewed by parents and teachers anywhere.

  • go green.

    Check out the all-new VAIO® W Series 212AX Eco Edition with the following features:

    • 20% of the PC/ABS resin used in the cover, palm rest and incidental parts is comprised of reprocessed plastic from DVD and CD waste
    • Electronic user manual in place of the standard 76-page printed manual to save paper
    • Packaged in a reusable carrying case that utilizes 100% recycled PET material (material from plastic bottles)

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  • Your kids are online. You're in the loop.

    Like most parents, you're concerned about what your kids are doing on the internet. OnlineFamily.Norton gives you the tools to help manage where they go. Best of all, it helps you open up a positive dialogue with your children about good online habits.

    BATTERY UP TO 6.5 HRS Max. Brightness UP TO 8 HRS Default Brightness

  • Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Built-in.

    The W notebook is more than just portable—it's a truly mobile wireless companion. True mobility is about broad access almost anywhere you need it. And the W notebook takes that access farther on the nation's largest and most reliable mobile broadband network from Verizon9 (select models only).

Big screen, little notebook.

10.1 inches3. That's the size of the widescreen display on this small-yet-sturdy mini notebook. It's razor sharp, too. Thanks to 1366 x 768 resolution and LED backlighting, details are crisp and colors are ultra bright.

  • MAKE EYE CONTACT.

    Video chatting is a cinch on the W. Sporting a handy, built-in camera and microphone, it's fun and easy to hold face-to-face chats with your friends and family—no matter where you are1.

  • EASY TYPING.

    At your fingertips is a smartly designed keyboard with springy and responsive keys that make typing emails fast and easy. And it has a familiar, easy-to-use touch pad and large touch pad buttons that allow comfortable web browsing.

  • PLUG 'N' PLAY.

    Connectivity is good. That's why you'll find two USB ports on the side of the W for connecting compatible cameras, cell phones, printers, USB flash memory and so much more.

  • long battery life.

    You can get up to 8 hours7 of battery life on default settings with the included large battery. That means that no matter where you are, you can work and play with power to spare

  • PREINSTALLED WITH WINDOWS® 7.

    If you have been using a Windows operating system, using the W Series should be a snap. There will be no need to suffer through learning another operating system, as you will most likely be familiar with how to install programs and operate Windows software.

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  • THE CHOICE IS YOURS.

    The W notebook comes in three contrasting colors, each with its own persona. Are you bold enough for a pink laptop? Maybe you prefer the more subtle approach of Navy Blue. Perhaps the calm and cool white is more your style? You really can't go wrong.

  • Planet-friendly.

    All W Series notebooks are ENERGY STAR 5.0 compliant. That means they've met strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy.

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Weights & Measurements

  • 2.96 lbs (with large battery)2
  • 10.54"(W) x 2.01"(H) x 7.07"(D)

In The Box

  • VAIO® W notebook
  • Large Capacity Lithium-ion battery
  • AC Adapter
  • Power Cable

Configuration

Color Options

  • Berry Pink
  • Navy Blue
  • Sugar White

Performance

  • Intel® Atom™ processor N450 (1.66GHz)

Memory & Storage

  • 250GB4 Hard Disk Drive
  • 1GB DDR2 SDRAM

Power

  • Estimated Battery Life with Large Battery7 (included)
  • Default Settings: Up to 8 hours
  • Max. Brightness: Up to 7 hours
  • Power Requirements: 48 watts or less

Hardware

  • QWERTY keyboard, 82 keys with 1.2mm stroke and 16.05mm pitch
  • Built-in MOTION EYE® camera and microphone
  • Electro-Static touch pad

Expansion Slots

  • Memory Stick PRO™(Standard/Duo) media slot with MagicGate® functionality
  • ExpressCard® /34 slot

Communications

  • WiFi5. Atheros 802.11 b/g/n
  • Integrated Stereo A2DP Bluetooth® technology6
  • Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband available

    • WiFi CERTIFIED

Multimedia

Display

  • 10.1" WXGA Screen3
  • 1366 x 768 Resolution
  • LED backlight

Graphics

  • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150

Audio

  • Intel® High Definition Audio Sound System

Software & Support

Software

  • Genuine Microsoft® Windows® 7 Starter Edition
  • Norton Internet Security™ 2010 30-Day Trial Offer
  • KidZui

Sony Original Software

  • PMB VAIO® Edition - Import, organize, edit and publish in one easy-to-use program
  • VAIO® Media plus - Multimedia Streaming Software
  • VAIO Care™ - System diagnostics and maintenance

Service & Warranty information

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  1. A broadband connection is required along with third party services which may require a subscription fee and other service fees.
  2. Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate and may vary.
  3. Viewable area measured diagonally.
  4. GB means one billion bytes when referring to storage capacity. Accessible capacity may vary depending on system configuration and preloaded content. A portion of space is reserved as a recovery partition.
  5. Requires a compatible 802.11n access point. Some functionality may require Internet services.
  6. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth devices vary.
  7. Rating based upon laboratory testing. Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, and usage. Battery capacity decreases over time and use.
  8. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed. Other factors may affect application performance.
  9. Mobile Broadband Service sold separately. Service activation fee of $35 may apply. Mobile Broadband is available to more than 280 million people in 259 major metro areas in the U.S. Offers and coverage, varying by service, not available everywhere. Network details & coverage maps at vzw.com. ©2009 Verizon Wireless. All company names, trademarks, logos, and copyrights not property of Verizon Wireless are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
  10. When available, Sony will provide Onsite/In-Home Service in fulfillment 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/In-Home 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/In-Home Service may not be available in all locations.

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 specific 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 able to assist you and may make recommendations, they are NOT 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 efficiency. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).

©2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Sony logo, i.LINK, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, VAIO, VAIO logo, XBRITE ECO, MagicGate, Click to Disc are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Centrino are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Microsoft and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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