Press Release

VAIO Z Series

Hong Kong, June 9, 2010 – The breathtaking new VAIO Z Series of ultra-mobile notebook computer from Sony is your perfect travel companion, which delivers the ultimate in mobility, performance and entertainment. The slim, elegantly styled new VAIO Z Series does not compromise on mobility, looks, connectivity or stamina. What’s more, it delivers brilliant performance to meet your business computing needs – saving precious time and boosting your personal productivity. Enjoy Full HD multimedia entertainment on-the-go The top-range VPCZ129GG/XQ allows users to enjoy movies on Blu-ray Disc in full HD picture quality thanks to its built-in Blu-ray Disc™ ROM Drive with DVD SuperMulti. The VPCZ129GG/XQ and VPCZ128GG/XQ also feature a 13.1-inch Full HD LCD screen with an exceptionally wide colour gamut of 96% Adobe RGB coverage that enables clearer images and more enjoyable viewing. The bundled noise cancelling headphones feature microphone directivity, allowing travelling customers to be clearly heard during online chat

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even in noisy environments. A microphone on each ear captures the sound of the same distance and timing, clearly capturing the user’s voice without ambient noise disruption. Premium mobile computing with a robust body The VPCZ127GG/B takes mobile connectivity to a new level with the addition of the wireless WAN (HSPA) connection that allows you to browse Internet or email wherever you go. The Z Series’ intelligent design with a lightweight body sheds all unnecessary bulk without sacrificing robustness. Its tough shell is reinforced not only with enhanced carbon technology as used in the VAIO X Series, but with aluminium as well. The palm rest is milled from a one-piece aluminium plate to further strengthen its toughness. Various innovative features such as an LED monitor, ambient light sensor, quick charge and power management technology. Innovative technology for ultra-speedy performance The VPCZ129GG/XQ and VPCZ128GG/XQ offer extremely high performance with the ultra-fast Quad solid-state drive (SSD)(64GBx4, RAID 0) which performs significantly faster than notebook computers using only one SSD and is capable of writing a 1GB text file 5.5 times faster than a traditional HDD (hard disk drive). Together with the equipped Intel Core i7 and i5 processors, this enhancement is sure to boost the new VAIO Z Series far beyond other mobile notebook computers on the market. A user-friendly notebook computer for mobile users The Z Series is designed to maximize user comfort. The backlit keyboard features an ambient sensor that adjusts backlighting according to the environment, making it the perfect companion for jet-setting customers who always work on the go. The Z Series’ wi fi connection function further enhances convenience for users. Powered by the latest generation of power-efficient Intel® Core™ processors, every new VAIO Z Series model is equipped with Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 64-bit for best-ever business productivity. The new VAIO Z Series is available as follows: Model

VPCZ129GG/XQ VPCZ128GG/XQ VPCZ127GG/B VPCZ126GG/B

Launch Date

Beginning July, 2010

of Mid July, 2010

Suggested Retail Price

HK$22,980

HK$20,980

Available Now

Available Now

HK$17,980

HK$16,980

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For customer enquiries, please contact Sony sales and services hotline at (852)2345-2966.

closer to you. 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.

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Key specifications of the VAIO Z Series VPCZ129GG/XQ, VPCZ128GG/XQ, VPCZ127GG/B and VPCZ126GG/B: Model Processor Technology

VPCZ129GG/XQ

VPCZ128GG/XQ

VPCZ127GG/B

VPCZ126GG/B

Intel® Core™ i7-620M Processor 2.66 GHz

Intel® Core™ i5-540M Processor 2.53 GHz

with Turbo Boost up to 3.33 GHz*1

with Turbo Boost up to 3.06 GHz*1

Intel® HM57 Express Chipset

Chipset

Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 64-bit (English Version)

Operating System

Language Pack: Traditional, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Thai

Memory

1066 MHz

Bus Cache

4 MB (L3 Cache)

3 MB (L3 Cache)

8 GB DDR3 SDRAM*2 (Max)

6 GB DDR3 SDRAM*2

2 SO-DIMM slots

(upgradeable up to 8 GB*3)

(The pre-installed memory

2 SO-DIMM slots

module uses two)

(The pre-installed memory module uses two)

Memory Main Memory

Hard Disc Drive Optical Disc Drive

*4

256 GB (64 GB x 4, Serial ATA,

128 GB*4 (64 GB x 2, Serial ATA,

RAID 0 support*5)

RAID 0 support*5)

Blu-ray Disc™

DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM Drive

ROM Drive with

Maximum Reading Speed

DVD SuperMulti

DVD+R: 8x (Single Layer), 8x (Double Layer)/

Maximum Reading

DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 8x (Dual Layer)/

Speed

DVD+RW: 8x/DVD-RW: 8x/

BD-ROM: 2x/

DVD-ROM: 8x/DVD-RAM: 5x/

BD-R:

CD-ROM: 24x/CD-R: 24x/CD-RW: 24x

2x (Single Layer),

Maximum Writing Speed

2x (Dual Layer)/

DVD+R: 8x (Single Layer), 4x (Double Layer)/

BD-RE:

DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 4x (Dual Layer)

2x (Single Layer),

DVD+RW: 8x/DVD-RW: 6x/

2x (Dual Layer)/

DVD-RAM: 5x/

DVD+R:

CD-R: 24x/CD-RW: 10x

8x (Single Layer), 6x (Double Layer)/ DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 6x (Dual Layer)/

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DVD+RW: 6x/ DVD-RW: 6x/ DVD-ROM: 8x/ DVD-RAM: 5x/ CD-ROM: 24x/ CD-R: 24x/ CD-RW: 24x Maximum Writing Speed DVD+R: 8x (Single Layer), 2.4x (Double Layer) / DVD-R: 8x (Single Layer), 2x (Dual Layer)/ DVD+RW:4x/ DVD-RW:4x/ DVD-RAM:5x/ CD-R: 16x/ CD-RW: 10x Graphics

NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 330M GPU with CUDA™ Technology (SPEED MODE) /

Accelerator

Intel® HD Graphics (STAMINA MODE)

Dedicated

1 GB DDR3 SDRAM (SPEED MODE)

Video Memory Display

13.1" wide (Full HD: 1920 x 1080)

13.1" wide (WXGA++: 1600 x 900)

TFT colour display

TFT colour display

(VAIO Display Premium + Full HD, LED

(VAIO Display Premium, LED backlight)

backlight, Adobe RGB 96% coverage) Interfaces

High Speed USB 2.0 x 3 • Network (RJ-45) Connector (10Base-T/100Base-TX /1000Base-T) • Display Output Connector(Analogue RGB, mini D-sub 15 pin) • Headphone Stereo mini jack • Microphone Stereo mini jack • HDMI Output Connector • Memory Stick DuoTM Slot (PRO-HG compatible, MagicGate function)*6 • SD Memory Card Slot (SDHC compatible, Copyright protection function (CPRM) ) • DC IN • Docking Station Connector x1

Wireless

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(HSDPA/HSUPA,

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Wan

UMTS, EDGE, GPRS) Integrated Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n*7

Wireless

• Data rate: maximum 11 Mbps (802.11b)/54 Mbps (802.11a/g) 300 Mbps (802.11n)*8

LAN

• Frequency: 5 GHz (802.11a/n), 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/n) Bluetooth

®

Bluetooth® standard Ver. 2.1+EDR

PC Card

ExpressCard™/34 x 1

Slot Fingerprint

Yes

Sensor Security

TCG Ver.1.2 compliant Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Chip Camera Audio

Effective pixels: 640 x 480 ®

Intel High Definition Audio compatible • 3D audio (Direct Sound 3D support) • Built-in stereo speakers • Built-in monaural microphone

Keyboard/I

Approx. 19 mm key pitch/2 mm keystroke • 82 keys • Intelligent Touchpad

nput Device

(Gesture supported) • Backlit Keyboard Bundled Battery

Bundled Battery

VGP-BPS20/B Lithium-ion battery:

VGP-BPS20/B Lithium-ion battery:

up to 5 hours of use

up to 5.5 hours of use

Optional Long Battery

Optional Long Battery

VGP-BPL20 Lithium-ion battery:

VGP-BPL20 Lithium-ion battery:

up to 8 hours of use

up to 8 hours of use

Battery Life*9

314 x 23.8-32.7x 210 mm

Dimensions (W x H x D) (approx.) Weight (approx.)

1.43 kg

1.41 kg

1.42 kg

1.39 kg

(including the

(including the

(including the

(including the

supplied battery)

supplied battery)

supplied battery)

supplied battery)

Included

AV Entertainment:

AV Entertainment: Media Gallery, Windows® Media Center

Software

Media Gallery,

Content Creation/Editing: PMB VAIO Edition, Adobe® Premiere®

Windows® Media

Elements 8, Adobe® Photoshop® Elements 8,

Center, WinDVD BD

Roxio Easy Media Creator

Content

Home Network: VAIO Media plus

Creation/Editing:

Word Processor/Spreadsheet: 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft®

PMB VAIO Edition,

Office Professional 2007*10

Adobe® Premiere®

Tool: Evernote for VAIO, Adobe® Reader® 9

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Elements 8, Adobe® Photoshop

®

Utilities: VAIO Gate, VAIO Control Center, Battery Care Function, Protector Suite 2009, WebCam Companion,

Elements 8,

Magic-i™ Visual Effects, Infineon TPM Professional Package

Roxio Easy Media

Security: McAfee PC SecurityCenter 30-day Free Trial*11,

Creator

Webroot® Spy Sweeper® 90-day Free Trial*12

Home Network:

Support: VAIO Care, VAIO Care Rescue, VAIO Update, VAIO

VAIO Media plus

Transfer Support, Norton™ Online Backup 60-day Free Trial*13

Word Processor/ Spreadsheet: 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Professional 2007*10 Tool: Evernote for VAIO, Adobe® Reader® 9 Utilities: VAIO Gate, VAIO Control Center, Battery Care Function, Protector Suite 2009, WebCam Companion, Magic-i™ Visual Effects, Infineon TPM Professional Package Security: McAfee PC SecurityCenter 30-day Free Trial*11, Webroot® Spy Sweeper® 90-day Free Trial*12 Support: VAIO Care,

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VAIO Care Rescue, VAIO Update, VAIO Transfer Support, Norton™ Online Backup

60-day

Free Trial*13 Supplied Accessorie s

AC Adaptor (VGP-AC19V32) • Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS20/B)*14 • Windows® XP Professional Install Disc • Noise Cancelling headphone (MDR-NC021LP/BM2) One Year

Local Warranty & VAIO Internationa l Repair Service

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 http://www.sony-asia.com/subtype/notifications/asset/339736/productcategory/it+personal+ computer *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 flash memory capacity. Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of hard disk space is reserved as a recovery partition.

*5

Set to RAID 0 (Striping) at initial shipment settings.

It will be displayed as 256GB x 1 on

the Windows operating system. *6

Compatibility confirmed with Sony branded “Memory Stick” media only.

*7

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.

*8

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.

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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 http://www.sony-asia.com/support/vaio/jeita

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This software is intended for evaluation purposes only. It must be activated before actual use, and the activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch. . Activation requires Internet access, which enables certain functions included. This software has an expiration date of 60 days from date of first use, at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting options and operation

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Free use of 30 days. Further update will be charged.

*12 *13

Free use of 90 days. Further update will be charged.

*14

This product may only function with a genuine Sony battery designed for this model.

Free use of 60 days. Further update will be charged.

[Restriction on OS Downgrade to Windows XP] Note that certain features and software of the followings may be unusable/limited after downgrading from Windows® 7 to Windows® XP (applies to the VAIO models equipped): - Blu-ray Disc™ read / write function (excluding CD/DVD read and write function. - SSD RAID functions. - Sony original audio and visual software - Non-Sony software (e.g. InterVideo WinDVD BD, etc.) - Output of Sound / Audio format - Plug and Display function. - Dynamic Hybrid Graphics system (need to reboot for changing the speed /stamina mode, and auto mode turns to speed mode after downgraded) - Plug and Display function. - Noise canceling function. - Ambient light sensor function - HDMI function - WAN function - Copyright protection function of SD card - No manual available on how to use Windows® XP Addition to the listed above, other features and software may be unusable/ limited. [AVC HD Playback] - Depending on system environment, you may find sound interruptions and/or dropped frames during AVC HD playback. - 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. - Centrino, Centrino Inside, Core Inside, Intel, Intel Logo, Intel Atom, Intel Atom Inside, Intel Core, Intel Inside, Intel Inside Logo, Pentium, Pentium Inside, are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. - Windows, Windows Vista, the Windows logo and Microsoft are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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All other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Whilst information given is true at time of printing, small production changes in the course of our company's policy of improvement through research and design might not necessarily be included in the specifications. E&OE. Actual models may differ slightly in appearance to illustrations provided.

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