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| | Features | High-defiinition multimedia laptop in gray with 18.4-inch XBRITE-FullHD LCD for vibrant colors and full HD 1080p resolution2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 processor, dual 250 GB hard drives (500 GB total), 4 GB RAM, Blu-ray readQuad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n); Bluetooth (with A2DP); Gigabit Ethernet; Nvidia GeForce 9600M GT graphicsConnectivity: 3 USB, 1 FireWire, 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, 1 S/PDIF out, 1 ExpressCard 34, SD, Compactflash and Memory Stick slotsPre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (SP1, 64-bit) and Sony multimedia softwareAnd also DVD/CD read/write, fingerprint reader
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| | Description | Sony VAIO VGN-AW230J/H 18.4-Inch Laptop (2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 500 GB Hard Drive, Blu-ray Drive, Vista Premium) Gray | |
| | Product Details | | Product Length: | 11.4 inches | | Product Width: | 17.2 inches | | Product Height: | 1.56 inches | | Product Weight: | 8.2 pounds | | Package Length: | 20.0 inches | | Package Width: | 14.2 inches | | Package Height: | 6.8 inches | | Package Weight: | 12.8 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 14 reviews |
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| | Customer Reviews | Average Customer Review: ( 14 customer reviews )
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5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
 Flawed LCD Backlight Design May 30, 2009
By Trev
The backlight on the VGN-AW230J is poorly designed, resulting in an area approximately 0.5 cm high at the bottom of the panel that is evenly and significantly brighter than the rest of the panel. This same effect can be seen to a lesser extent along the sides of the panel. The opposite effect occurs at the bottom corners of the panel, where the backlight appears pinched and at times completely black.
Sony initially told me this was a defect and sent a technician to repair the laptop. After the technician replaced the LCD panel (and broke the bezel in the process), the problem remained. Sony then requested that I send the laptop to their repair center. The repair center has since notified me that the strip of light is "normal," and that despite multiple unnecessary repairs made at their suggestion, they will not provide me a with new, unmodified laptop.
Sony has also added a vaguely worded article to their knowledgebase describing the problem as normal. While they refer to the problem as a "glow," which can in fact be normal for some backlights, this is not how the problem presents itself. http://www.kb.sony.com/selfservice/microsites/searchEntry.do?locale=LA_eng_US&usemicrosite=true®ion=UMRE_UNITEDSTATES_2_5&sonyregion=US&searchString=lcd%20bright&product=SG_VGNAW230J_1_5&sonytemplate=1&sonymodel=VGNAW230J
I was quite surprised with Sony's response given the marketing behind this particular laptop's display and their direct support of Adobe's color profiles. If you're looking for a laptop with a clear, even, and professional display, look elsewhere.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
 Beautiful Machine Mar 27, 2009
By David L. Storm
"Biker Dave"
I have always had very good luck with Sony equipment so I decided on a Sony notebook this time. So far after about one week I am not disappointed. This is a fast, beautiful, well-made notebook with an awesome screen. Amazon's delivery was very fast, and the product is as described. Right now I am dealing with a steep learning curve with the Windows Vista 64 bit that came with the notebook and it's compatibility issues with software and printers, but that is another story.....
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Almost perfect Mar 09, 2009
By Lucky Luc
"Lucky Luc 64"
Excellent and beautifully screen, I love the full keyboard and the software packages is fantastic. The start-up, customization and data transfer was easy, the start-up and support software are well design. The only minor thing I can say is the batteries are actually a haft one and last only an hour in normal setting and also there a problem with the sleep mode and the screen saver... not a big deal for me. Also to take a grate advantage of the multi-media they should add an HD TV tuner.
But after all it is fast, beautifull and I'm very happy with it.
7 of 9 found the following review helpful:
Love this laptop Feb 16, 2009
By Natman
"Natman"
This is my 3rd sony vaio laptop. I love almost everything about it.
The screen is very nice, bright and clear, blu-ray player, full keyboard, nice looking, speakers and etc....
It is like you have a portable desktop.
The down side is the weight, battery life and hard to find the bag but I got one from Amazon.com that is perfectly fit this laptop, it is Targus TLE400.
I have been using this laptop for about 2 weeks and haven't had any problem yet.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Great Laptop!! May 25, 2009
By Marisa
PROS:
This laptop is great! At first, I could not get used to the size of the screen, but that quickly grew on me. The full keyboard is absolutely a plus for me. The picture is very clear, the sound is great (not party loud though.) Recording videos and chatting through the webcam is great also. I love watching DVD's on here, downloading music, writing papers, browsing the internet, checking e-mails, etc. If you're a traveler, I would recommend purchasing the Neoprene laptop case for the AW series which was only $24.99!! I also bought the Linksys Ultra Rangeplus Wireless-N Broadband Router (the best price found on Amazon of course).
CONS:
The laptop is only 8 lbs. However, I was unaware of how heavy that actually is. Not really a downside, but it would be nicer if it were a bit lighter. The standard capacity battery that the laptop comes with has a very short life. That battery will last you just over one hour, which is not a lot of time if you're typing a paper, dl songs, or watching a movie. You can leave it plugged in, but I highly recommend purchasing the Large Capacity battery as well.
Hope this helps!!!! =)
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