Sony PCG-F490K User's Manual
Model
PCG-F480K
Processor
Intel® Pentium® III processor 600 MHz1
featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ technology2
Cache Memory
256 KB integrated on-die level 2
Bus Architecture
PCI
LCD
15.0" XGA active matrix LCD (1024 x 768)
Graphics
NeoMagic MagicMedia™ 256AV with
2.5 MB VRAM, 128-bit accelerator
and MPEG playback acceleration
Digital Audio
Hardware MIDI
3D surround
MPEG
MPEG1 and MPEG2 digital video
Supports full screen playback
Standard RAM
64 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB
Hard Drive
12.0 GB3 fixed
DVD-ROM Drive
4X max. fixed DVD-ROM drive with
DVD movie playback capability
Floppy Disk Drive
Removable 1.44 MB,
3.5" internal operation
Floppy disk drive bay also supports second
rechargeable battery when floppy drive is removed
Modem
Integrated V.90 56K4 modem
Keyboard
19mm key pitch
3mm stroke
Pointing Device
Digital touch pad with scrolling function
Speaker
Built-in stereo speakers
Microphone
Built-in (mono)
Battery
Lithium-Ion battery
Supports dual battery operation
Battery Life
2.0–3.0 hours with one battery5
4.0–6.0 hours with optional second battery5
PC Card Slots
Supports two type II cards or one type III card
CardBus support
Infrared
Supports 4 Mbps, 1.1 Mbps and 115 kbps IrDA standard
Other Interface
Serial port, printer port, VGA monitor, PS/2® keyboard/
mouse, USB(2), RJ-11 phone jack, i.LINK® (IEEE 1394)
S4006 interface, mic-in, headphone, port replicator
Power Requirements
49.5 Watts maximum (19.5V DC / AC100-240V)
Power Management
Energy Star compliant
Advanced power management - ACPI compatible
Size (H x W x D)
2.1" X 12.8" X 10.5"
Weight
7.3 lbs. (with weight saver in floppy drive bay)
7.7 lbs. (with floppy drive in floppy drive bay)
Supplied Accessories
Rechargeable battery, AC adapter, weight saver
and video cable
Optional Accessories
Additional battery (PCGA-BP71)
Network port replicator (PCGA-PRF1A)
Carrying case (PCGA-CCF)
Additional AC adapter (PCGA-ACX1)
Service
One year limited Express Service7
Limited Warranty
One year parts and labor (90 days without registration)8
Telephone Support
Hardware: One year8
Software and operating system: 90 days8
INCLUDED SOFTWARE
Operating System
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional
Software Applications
Adobe Acrobat® Reader
Intuit® Quicken® 2000 Basic
Sony Media Bar™
Tool Center
Sony BatteryScope
Sony Notebook Setup
Sony PowerPanel
Sony VAIO Action Setup
Sony Application Recovery CD
System Recovery CD
Sony Electronics Inc.
Personal Network Solutions Company
3300 Zanker Road, San Jose, California 95134
For more information: 1.800.4SONYPC (476-6972)
Web address: http://www.sony.com/pc
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 man-
ufactured to any specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make any warranty or repre-
sentation with respect to the performance of this product with any particular software packages
and/or non-Sony add-on hardware option except those mentioned in this document. Sony here-
by disclaims any representations or warranty that this product is compatible with any combina-
tion 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 com-
patibility of the hardware and software in each and every particular instance. Some pre-installed
software titles may not include full documentation. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony
Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display.
©2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written
permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK and VAIO are registered trademarks and 3MAX+, DVgate,
Media Bar and PictureGear are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks
and Intel SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency.
The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. Features
and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measurements
are approximate.
Printed in U.S.A. 01/00
SPECIFICATIONS
• Intel® Pentium® III processor 600 MHz1
featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ technology2
• 64 MB SDRAM (expandable to 256 MB max.)
• 12.0 GB3 hard drive
• 15.0" XGA (1024 x 768) TFT screen
• High-capacity Lithium-Ion battery,
dual battery capability
• 7.3 lbs. light (with weight saver in floppy
drive bay), 2.1" thin
• All-in-one design with floppy drive,
hard drive and DVD-ROM drive
• 4X max. DVD-ROM drive with DVD movie
playback capability
• NTSC video out
• Integrated V.90 56K4 modem
• Three Programmable Power Keys (PPK) for
easy access to key applications such as the
Internet and email
• 256-bit graphics chip
• Built-in stereo speakers
MAX Screen: 15.0" XGA TFT
MAX Battery: 2X battery life*
MAX Mobility: Approx. 7 lbs.** light,
about 2" thin
PLUS:
• All-in-one design
*using optional second battery in floppy drive bay
**with weight saver in floppy drive bay
Sony VAIO® Notebook
PCG-F480K
FEATURES
1 MHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application
performance.
2 The processor may be reduced to a lower operating speed when operating on battery power.
3 GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity
may vary.
4 Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53kbps are the maximum permissible transmit power
levels during download transmissions. Actual data speeds will vary depending on line
conditions.
5 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life may vary on usage.
6 i.LINK (IEEE1394) port is not currently supported by Microsoft® Windows 2000.
7 Certain restrictions apply to Express Repair Service.
8 From date of purchase upon registration.
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