Press Release. New VAIO E Series

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1 Press Release New VAIO E Series Hong Kong, June 17, 2011 Sony Corporation of Hong Kong Limited today introduced the new VAIO E Series notebooks, featuring three screen sizes (14, 15.5 and 17.3 ) in a new stylish body design which blends an exquisite Truss pattern with three-dimensional texture. Equipped with either the 2 nd generation Intel Core or AMD processor, the new notebooks are optimized for everyday use and have further enhanced usability with user-friendly features. Users can also personalize their notebooks with up to four chassis colours 1 as well as a range of optional colour-coordinated accessories. Beautiful design for personal style The new VAIO E Series packs essential functionality and user-centric features into a stylish yet practical design. The chassis features the unique Truss pattern numerous hexagons formed by small triangles -- on the top panel and palm rest. This manually designed pattern provides a distinctive feel to the touch. Thanks to the 3D texture as well as a special durable hard film coating, fingerprints and smudges are less likely to remain 1 Depending on the specific models 1/17

2 on the chassis even after a whole day of use. There is a choice of up to four chassis colours 2, including matte Black and Dark Blue as well as glossy White and Pink. Customers can further personalize each of the models with a wide selection of optional colour-coordinated accessories such as new keyboard skins, wireless and Bluetooth optical mice, as well as carrying cases and pouches. Optimized performance for everyday use The new VAIO E Series features a perfect blend of design, usability and performance for everyday use. The VAIO E Series 14, 15.5 and 17.3 models offer the 2 nd generation Intel Core processor with improved adaptive performance and 4-way multi-task processing that handles everyday computing requirements swiftly, while the NVIDIA GeForce 410M GPU option allows the users to enjoy any multimedia applications with ease. Built for environmentally conscious users, the VAIO EL16 model (15.5 ) packs the latest AMD Dual-Core Processor E-350 featuring enhanced processing power and superior power efficiency. Equipped with AMD Radeon HD6310 Discrete-Class Graphics, the notebook delivers responsive gaming and vivid video playback with extended battery life. Available in three screen sizes of 14 (EG), 15.5 (EL/EH) and 17.3 (EJ), the VAIO E Series is equipped with LED backlight with HD resolutions up to 1600 x900, allowing customers to find the perfect matches for their specific needs. Enhanced usability & ease-of-use The new VAIO E Series features three easy-to-use, direct buttons WEB, ASSIST and VAIO which allow users to get exactly what is needed with only one touch of a button. The WEB button provides quick access to the Internet without full boot up into Windows, while the VAIO button launches directly into Sony s Media Gallery software for enjoying photos, videos and music in a fun way. Users can simply press the ASSIST button to launch the VAIO Care software program for a quick system diagnostics and troubleshooting support. The new VAIO E Series is also pre-installed with PMB (Picture Motion Browser) VAIO Edition software for easy management of photos and videos. Under the three unique buttons is a back-lit, isolation keyboard, with a handy numeric keypad (only available on 15.5 and 17.3 models) optimized for comfortable typing. The 2 Depending on the specific models 2/17

3 touchpad supports multi-gesture control, allowing brisk navigation around application windows and web pages. All models feature Bluetooth 3.0 with 4 USB ports for enhanced connectivity, and a high-quality webcam for video chatting. Availability and Suggested Retail Prices Details of availability and suggested retail prices of the new VAIO E Series are as follows: VAIO E Series Available Colours Suggested Retail Price VPCEG18FG Black, Dark Blue, Pink, White HK$6,480 VAIO EH17 Black, Dark Blue, Pink, White HK$5,480 VAIO EL16 Black HK$4,780 Availability Late June 2011 VAIO EJ15 Black HK$6,480 c l o s e r t o yo u The evolution continues. VAIO now becomes your indispensable partner, integrating closely with all aspects of your lifestyle. From the sheer pleasure of opening the package and seeing the improved quality and design, to stress-free support and superlative customer service, you will fully appreciate the polished intelligence that is the hallmark of new VAIO. In essence, a wonderfully moving experience that brings VAIO closer to you. For customer enquiries, please contact Sony sales and services hotline at (852) /17

4 Key specifications of the VPCEG18FG/B,L,P,W: Model VPCEG18FG/B,L,P,W Operating System Operating System Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium with Service Pack 1 64-bit (English Version) Language Pack / Language Pack: Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Thai Language Language Interface Pack: Vietnamese Interface Pack Processor Processor Intel Core i5-2410m Processor 2.30 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.90 GHz *1 Chipset Intel HM65 Express Chipset Architecture Memory Bus 1333 MT/s Cache Memory 3 MB (L3 Cache) Main Memory Pre-installed 4 GB (4 GB (SO-DIMM) x 1) DDR3 SDRAM *2 (upgradeable up to 8 GB *3 ) SO-DIMM Slots DDR3 SO-DIMM slots (Unused Memory slot: 1) Storage Hard Disc 500 GB *4 (Serial ATA, 5400 rpm) Optical Disc Drive Optical Disc Drive DVD SuperMulti Drive Maximum Reading DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 8x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 8x(DL) / Speed DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RW: 8x, DVD-ROM: 8x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-ROM: 24x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 24x Maximum Writing DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 6x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 6x(DL) / Speed DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RW: 6x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 10x Graphics Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 410M GPU Accelerator Dedicated Video 512 MB DDR3 4/17

5 Memory Display Display 14 inch wide (WXGA: 1366x768) TFT colour display (VAIO Display, LED backlight) Interfaces USB Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Type A Connector x 4 Network 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 1 (RJ-45)Connector Display Output Analogue RGB, Mini D-Sub 15 pin x 1 Connector Headphone Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 Microphone Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 HDMI IN/ Out HDMI Out x 1 Connector Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Duo (Memory Stick PRO-HG compatible, MagicGate ) *5 SD Memory Card SD memory card (SDHC, SDXC compatible, Not support for copyright Slot protection) DC IN x 1 Wireless Connection Wireless LAN IEEE b/g/n *6 Wireless LAN Data Maximum transmission speed: 150 Mbps *7, Rate Maximum receipt speed: 150 Mbps *7 Bluetooth Bluetooth standard Ver HS Camera Front Side Camera web camera (Resolution: 640 x 480, Effective Pixels: 0.3 Mega pixels) Audio Audio Intel High Definition Audio / Internal, Stereo speakers / Internal, Monaural microphone Keyboard/Input Device Keyboard/Input mm key pitch, 2.0 mm keystroke, 86 keys / Touchpad 5/17

6 Device (Gesture supported) Battery Life Bundled Battery VGP-BPS26 Lithium-ion battery: up to 3.0 hours of use *8 Optional Battery VGP-BPL26 Lithium-ion battery: up to 6.0 hours of use *8 General Dimensions x x mm (W x H x D) Weight 2.3 kg (including the supplied battery) Bundled Software AV Entertainment Media Gallery *9, Windows Media Center, Quick Web Access Content PMB VAIO Edition Creation/Editing Word Processor / Microsoft Office Starter 2010 *10 Spreadsheet Tools Adobe Reader X Utilities VAIO Control Center, VAIO Gate, WebCam Companion, Magic-i Visual Effects, Remote Keyboard *11, Remote Play with PlayStation 3 *12 Security Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security 60days *13 Support VAIO Care, VAIO Care Rescue, VAIO Update, VAIO Transfer Support, Norton Online Backup 60-day Free Trial *13 Accessories Supplied AC Adaptor : VGP-AC19V31 or VGP-AC19V35 or VGP-AC19V41 Accessories Battery: VGP-BPS26 *14 Warranty Local Warranty & One Year VAIO International Repair Service 6/17

7 Key specifications of the VPCEH17FG/B,L,P,W: Model VPCEH17FG/B,L,P,W Operating System Operating System Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium with Service Pack 1 64-bit (English Version) Language Pack / Language Pack: Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Thai Language Language Interface Pack: Vietnamese Interface Pack Processor Processor Intel Core i3-2310m Processor 2.10 GHz *1 Chipset Intel HM65 Express Chipset Architecture Memory Bus 1333 MT/s Cache Memory 3 MB (L3 Cache) Main Memory Pre-installed 4 GB (4 GB (SO-DIMM) x 1) DDR3 SDRAM *2 (upgradeable up to 8 GB *3 ) SO-DIMM Slots DDR3 SO-DIMM slots (Unused Memory slot: 1) Storage Hard Disc 320 GB *4 (Serial ATA, 5400 rpm) Optical Disc Drive Optical Disc Drive DVD SuperMulti Drive Maximum Reading DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 8x(DL) / Speed DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 8x(DL) / DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RW: 8x, DVD-ROM: 8x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-ROM: 24x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 24x Maximum Writing DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 6x(DL) / Speed DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 6x(DL) / DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RW: 6x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 10x Graphics 7/17

8 Graphics Intel HD Graphics 3000 Accelerator Display Display 15.5 inch wide (WXGA: 1366x768) TFT colour display (VAIO Display, LED backlight) Interfaces USB Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Type A Connector x 4 Network 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 1 (RJ-45)Connector Display Output Analogue RGB, Mini D-Sub 15 pin x 1 Connector Headphone Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 Microphone Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 HDMI IN/ Out HDMI Out x 1 Connector Memory Stick Duo "Memory Stick Duo"("Memory Stick PRO" compatible, Not support for copyright protection) *5 SD Memory Card SD memory card (SDHC, SDXC compatible, Not support for copyright Slot protection) DC IN x 1 Wireless Connection Wireless LAN IEEE b/g/n *6 Wireless LAN Data Maximum transmission speed: 150 Mbps *7, Rate Maximum receipt speed: 150 Mbps *7 Bluetooth Bluetooth standard Ver HS Camera Front Side Camera Web camera (Resolution: 640 x 480, Effective Pixels: 0.3 Mega pixels) Audio Audio Intel High Definition Audio / Internal, Stereo speakers / Internal, Monaural microphone Keyboard/Input Device 8/17

9 Keyboard/Input mm key pitch, 2.0 mm keystroke, 103 keys / Device Touchpad (Gesture supported) Battery Life Bundled Battery VGP-BPS26 Lithium-ion battery: up to 3.5 hours of use *8 Optional Battery VGP-BPL27 Lithium-ion battery: up to 7.0 hours of use *8 General Dimensions x x mm (W x H x D) Weight 2.7 kg (including the supplied battery) Bundled Software AV Entertainment Media Gallery *9, Windows Media Center, Quick Web Access Content PMB VAIO Edition Creation/Editing Word Processor / Microsoft Office Starter 2010 *10 Spreadsheet Tools Adobe Reader X Utilities VAIO Control Center, VAIO Gate, WebCam Companion, Magic-i Visual Effects, Remote Keyboard *11, Remote Play with PlayStation 3 *12 Security Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security 60days *13 Support VAIO Care, VAIO Care Rescue, VAIO Update, VAIO Transfer Support, Norton Online Backup 60-day Free Trial *13 Accessories Supplied AC Adaptor : VGP-AC19V33 or VGP-AC19V37 Accessories Battery: VGP-BPS26 *14 Warranty Local Warranty & One Year VAIO International Repair Service 9/17

10 Key specifications of the VPCEL16FG/B: Model VPCEL16FG/B Operating System Operating System Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium with Service Pack 1 64-bit (English Version) Language Pack / Language Pack: Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Thai Language Language Interface Pack: Vietnamese Interface Pack Processor Processor AMD Dual-Core Processor E-350 (1.6 GHz) *1 Chipset AMD A50M Fusion Controller Hub Architecture Memory Bus 1066 MT/s Cache Memory 1 MB (L2 Cache) Main Memory Pre-installed 2 GB (2 GB (SO-DIMM) x 1) DDR3 SDRAM *2 (upgradeable up to 8 GB *3 ) SO-DIMM Slots DDR3 SO-DIMM slots (Unused Memory slot:1) Storage Hard Disc 320 GB *4 (Serial ATA, 5400 rpm) Optical Disc Drive Optical Disc Drive DVD SuperMulti Drive Maximum Reading DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 8x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 8x(DL) / Speed DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RW: 8x, DVD-ROM: 8x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-ROM: 24x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 24x Maximum Writing DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 6x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 6x(DL) / Speed DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RW: 6x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 10x Graphics Graphics AMD Radeon HD 6310 Graphics Accelerator Display Display 15.5 inch wide (WXGA: 1366x768) TFT colour display 10/17

11 (VAIO Display, LED backlight) Interfaces USB Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Type A Connector x 4 Network 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 1 (RJ-45)Connector Display Output Analogue RGB, Mini D-Sub 15 pin x 1 Connector Headphone Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 Microphone Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 HDMI IN/ Out HDMI Out x 1 Connector Memory Stick Duo "Memory Stick Duo"("Memory Stick PRO" compatible, Not support for copyright protection) *5 SD Memory Card SD memory card (SDHC, SDXC compatible, Not support for copyright Slot protection) DC IN x 1 Wireless Connection Wireless LAN IEEE b/g/n *6 Wireless LAN Data Maximum transmission speed: 150 Mbps *7, Rate Maximum receipt speed: 150 Mbps *7 Bluetooth Bluetooth standard Ver HS Camera Front Side Camera web camera (Resolution: 640 x 480, Effective Pixels: 0.3 Mega pixels) Audio Audio Intel High Definition Audio / Internal, Stereo speakers / Internal, Monaural microphone Keyboard/Input Device Keyboard/Input mm key pitch, 2.0 mm keystroke, 103 keys / Touchpad Device (Gesture supported) Battery Life Bundled Battery VGP-BPS26 Lithium-ion battery: up to 3.5 hours of use *8 11/17

12 Optional Battery VGP-BPL26 Lithium-ion battery: up to 7.5 hours of use *8 General Dimensions x x mm (W x H x D) Weight 2.7 kg (including the supplied battery) Bundled Software AV Entertainment Media Gallery *9, Windows Media Center, Quick Web Access Content PMB VAIO Edition Creation/Editing Word Processor / Microsoft Office Starter 2010 *10 Spreadsheet Tools Adobe Reader X Utilities VAIO Control Center, VAIO Gate, WebCam Companion, Magic-i Visual Effects, Remote Keyboard *11, Remote Play with PlayStation 3 *12 Security Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security 60days *13 Support VAIO Care, VAIO Care Rescue, VAIO Update, VAIO Transfer Support, Norton Online Backup 60-day Free Trial *13 Accessories Supplied AC Adaptor : VGP-AC19V43 or VGP-AC19V48 Accessories Battery: VGP-BPS26 *14 Warranty Local Warranty & One Year VAIO International Repair Service 12/17

13 Key specifications of the VPCEJ15FG/B: Model VPCEJ15FG/B Operating System Operating System Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium with Service Pack 1 64-bit (English Version) Language Pack / Language Pack: Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Thai Language Language Interface Pack: Vietnamese Interface Pack Processor Processor Intel Core i5-2410m Processor 2.30 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.90 GHz *1 Chipset Intel HM65 Express Chipset Architecture Memory Bus 1333 MT/s Cache Memory 3 MB (L3 Cache) Main Memory Pre-installed 4 GB (4 GB (SO-DIMM) x 1) DDR3 SDRAM *2 (upgradeable up to 8 GB *3 ) SO-DIMM Slots DDR3 SO-DIMM slots (Unused Memory slot: 1) Storage Hard Disc 500 GB *4 (Serial ATA, 5400 rpm) Optical Disc Drive Optical Disc Drive DVD SuperMulti Drive Maximum Reading DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 8x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 8x(DL) / Speed DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RW: 8x, DVD-ROM: 8x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-ROM: 24x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 24x Maximum Writing DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 6x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 6x(DL) / Speed DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RW: 6x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 10x Graphics Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 410M GPU Accelerator Dedicated Video 1 GB DDR3 13/17

14 Memory Display Display 17.3 inch wide (WXGA++: 1600x900) TFT colour display (VAIO Display, LED backlight) Interfaces USB Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Type A Connector x 4 Network 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 1 (RJ-45)Connector Display Output Analogue RGB, Mini D-Sub 15 pin x 1 Connector Headphone Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 Microphone Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 HDMI IN/ Out HDMI Out x 1 Connector Memory Stick Duo "Memory Stick Duo"("Memory Stick PRO" compatible, Not support for copyright protection) *5 SD Memory Card SD memory card (SDHC, SDXC compatible, Not support for copyright Slot protection) DC IN x 1 Wireless Connection Wireless LAN IEEE b/g/n *6 Wireless LAN Data Maximum transmission speed: 150 Mbps *7, Rate Maximum receipt speed: 150 Mbps *7 Bluetooth Bluetooth standard Ver HS Camera Front Side Camera web camera (Resolution: 640 x 480, Effective Pixels: 0.3 Mega pixels) Audio Audio Intel High Definition Audio / Internal, Stereo speakers / Internal, Monaural microphone Keyboard/Input Device Keyboard/Input mm key pitch, 2.0 mm keystroke, 103 keys / Touchpad 14/17

15 Device Battery Life (Gesture supported) Bundled Battery VGP-BPS26 Lithium-ion battery: up to 3.0 hours of use *8 Optional Battery VGP-BPL27 Lithium-ion battery: up to 6.0 hours of use *8 General Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Bundled Software AV Entertainment Content Creation/Editing Word Processor / Spreadsheet Tools Utilities x x 274 mm 3.1 kg (including the supplied battery) Media Gallery *9, Windows Media Center, Quick Web Access PMB VAIO Edition Microsoft Office Starter 2010 *10 Adobe Reader X VAIO Control Center, VAIO Gate, WebCam Companion, Magic-i Visual Effects, Remote Keyboard *11, Remote Play with PlayStation 3 *12 Security Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security 60days *13 Support Accessories Supplied Accessories Warranty Local Warranty & VAIO International Repair Service VAIO Care, VAIO Care Rescue, VAIO Update, VAIO Transfer Support, Norton Online Backup 60-day Free Trial *13 AC Adaptor : VGP-AC19V35 or VGP-AC19V41 Battery: VGP-BPS26 *14 One Year Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Remarks: *1 CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions. For the availability of Intel Virtualization Technology, please visit our web site at computer 15/17

16 *2 If memory modules of the same capacity are installed to both of the two memory module slots, the supported dual channel mode provides better performance. *3 Sony does not guarantee compatibility with memories of other brands. *4 GB means one billion bytes when referring to storage capacity. Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of storage space is reserved as a recovery partition. *5 Compatibility confirmed with Sony branded Memory Stick media only. *6 The maximum communication distance can vary depending on the obstacles or the distance between the communication devices, the radio waves, the operating system or the software being used. *7 The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use. In addition, communication may be cut off depending on the radio conditions. *8 Estimated battery life (under JEITA Battery Run Time Measurement Method ver.1.0, measurement method (a)). Actual battery life may vary with different operating conditions and settings. For further details, please visit *9 When you use your PC with battery only or change the Power Plan to Power saver, WMV HD contents may not playback smoothly. In that case, please connect your PC to AC adapter or change the Power Plan to Balanced or High performance. *10 Microsoft Office Starter 2010 includes reduced-functionality versions of Word 2010 and Excel 2010 with advertising. Does not include PowerPoint, Outlook or Publisher. To activate full-featured Office software, purchase an Office 2010 Product Key. *11 Compatible with certain devices only. *12 Available in certain countries only. *13 Free use of 60 days. Further update will be charged. *14 This product may only function with a genuine Sony battery designed for this model. <Important notice when playing back HD contents> [AVC HD Playback] - Depending on system environment, you may find sound interruptions and/or dropped frames during AVC HD play back. - The trademarks, including but not limited to "Sony", "VAIO" and "Memory Stick" are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. - Adobe, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Reader and Adobe Premiere are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. 16/17

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