the VAIO NS notebook is the ideal complement to your unique style. A Blu-ray Disc drive and vibrant 15.4-inch XBRITE-ECO widescreen display are perfect for watching your favorite high definition Blu-ray Disc movies. Stay connected to your friends and family via the built-in MOTION EYE webcam and microphone. Featuring a head-turning, textured exterior, this notebook also comes equipped with a blazing-fast Intel Core 2 Duo T5800 processor, four USB ports. You'll also enjoy wireless freedom with integrated 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless LAN technology.
The Vaio VGN-NS240E/W is a minor update to Sony's previous 15.4-inch NS model we tested, the NS140E/W. The most notable update to this fixed-configuration retail model is a new processor--the 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6400, as well as a $100 price drop.
Everything we liked about the NS140E/W is still here, but so are all the cons, including a lack of dedicated media control keys, and less memory and storage than you can get from the comparably priced competition.
Price as reviewed $699
Processor 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6400
Memory 3GB, 800MHz DDR2
Hard drive 250GB 5,400rpm
Chipset Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset
Graphics 128MB Intel GMA 4500MHD (integrated)
Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium SP1
Dimensions 14.2x10.6 inches
Height 1.5 inches
Screen size (diagonal) 15.4 inches
System weight / Weight with AC adapter 6.1/6.8 pounds
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