Sony VAIO PCG-VX89 Notebook (900 MHz Pentium III-M, 256 MB SDRAM, 30 GB hard drive

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If portability is paramount, very few notebooks can touch Sony's Vaio PCG-VX89. Just 12.3 by 10.3 by 1.3 inches and a featherweight 4.42 pounds, the Vaio PCG-VX89 weighs significantly less than a typical briefcase and isn't much larger than a letter-size file folder. Though not as versatile or as powerful as some Sony mobiles, the Vaio VX89 nevertheless offers slightly faster processing and CD speeds than its brother, the Vaio VX88, and is an ideal choice for light- to moderate-duty computing on the go.

At the heart of the system lies a 900 MHz Intel Pentium III processor with 512 KB of Level 2 cache, 256 MB of SDRAM memory (expandable to 512 MB), and a 32 MB (shared) Intel 815EM graphics chip. While this level of performance won't be enough to satisfy power users or anyone who dabbles in CAD drawing programs or 3-D games, it's more than enough for most standard notebook purposes.

The VX89 features a number of data storage, transfer, and backup alternatives, including a sizable 30 GB hard drive, a Memory Stick media slot, and an external i.Link CD-RW/DVD combo drive (24x/24x/10x CD-RW, 8x DVD), through which you can archive your files, record and play music CDs, and watch DVD movies. You'll monitor your activities on the system's surprisingly large 14.1-inch XGA TFT display and built-in stereo speakers.

Connectivity options are plentiful. Sony has included an internal V.90 modem for low-speed Web and e-mail access, an Ethernet interface and wireless LAN interface for high-speed surfing and LAN integration, an IEEE 1394 jack for fast uploads from devices such as digital camcorders, and two USB ports for plug-and-play peripherals. The unit's long-lasting lithium-ion battery provides up to 6.5 hours from a single charge, and its control center features a standard keyboard with Jog Dial and electrostatic touchpad.

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The Sony VAIO VX89 series notebook provides plenty of power and long battery life in an incredibly thin and lightweight magnesium alloy casing, making it perfect for travel. Its integrated wireless LAN capability gives you even more room to roam. Featuring a large screen and full-size keyboard, along with Sony's exclusive multimedia digital editing software package, the VX-series notebook is an inspiring blend of mobility and productivity.

Customer Reviews:

Noisy Hard Drive?.......2003-01-12

I purchased this computer and instantly loved it. But there's one glitch -- the hard drive makes a loud clicking noise. I called Sony tech support to find out if I had a defective unit or not. They were extremely helpful, believed the unit was defective and suggested I return the item for a new one, which I did. But the replacement unit also makes the same clicking noise. Which means two things -- either the store received an entire batch of computers that are defective or this is simply the way this notebook operates. I'm returning it. I absolutely love everything about this computer but the click click click is very annoying. I work with computers in my job, and I've never heard a laptop make this noise before.

Good solid light weight notebook.......2002-12-28

This is my second Sony Vaio laptop as the first was incredibly durable and is still going strong after unbelievable abuse. I have been using the VX89 for about 2 months now and I am very impressed. I use it exclusively in a number of wireless networks and its performance is very impressive. It is the best
wireless laptop I have ever used. I really like everything about it, especially its size/weight. My other Vaio is a 8.5lb luggable. The only thing I would wish for is a 1.2 or 1.5 cpu as the 900, slow by todays standards, performs very well across all MS office applications. The battery life is also very good....I can count on just over 3 hours on a full charge.

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