Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S

The Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S is a mid-size laptop notebook that hails from Sony’s VAIO NS series that blends together design and performance. It features a 15.4 inch display, Intel Core 2 Duo processor, RAM and comes with a built-in webcam and a microphone. Not only that, it also incorporates built-in 802.11 a/ b/g/n Wireless LAN technology to allow you to connect to your home network or local hotspots. In addition to that, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S also comes with integrated video editing software and a CD/ DVD drive burner that lets you capture, edit and share your pictures and videos with the world.
Specifications
The Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S measures 14.2 in x 10.6 in x 1.5 in (W x D x H) in dimension and weighs approximately 6.6 lbs. It is available in three different colours, including nightfall blue, granite silver and silk white. The Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S incorporates Intel Centrino Duo platform technology and has a built in wireless LAN antenna. There is also a widescreen TFT active matrix display that measures 15.4 inches diagonally. It has a maximum WXGA resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels and features X BRITE-ECO. Not only that, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S also has wireless capabilities for IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11 n (draft), and IEEE 802.11 b. The Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S runs on an Intel Core 2 Duo T5800/ 2.0 GHz with a data bus speed of 800 MHz.and Dual-Core processor technology. It also has a 64-bit processor and a Mobile Intel GM45 Express. In terms of cache memory, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S utilizes an L2 cache that is 2.0 MB in size. In addition to that, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S also has a RAM with an installed size of 3.0 GB to 4.0 GB max, utilizing based on DDR2 SDRAM- 800 MHz technology with a memory specification compliance of PC2-6400. RAM configuration features consist of one 1 GB + one 2 GB. The Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S is also paired with an internal standard type Serial ATA-150 (SATA) hard disk drive that has a capacity of 250 GB with a data bus speed of 5400 rpm. Not only that, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S also has an integrated DVD+ RW/ DVD- RW/ DVD +R DL/ DVD-R DL/ DVD-RAM optical storage that has a CD/ DVD read speed of 24x for CD and 8x for DVD. Write speed is at 24x for CD, 8x for DVD+R/ DVD –R and 4x for DVD+R DL/ DVD-R DL, while rewrite speed is as 24x for CD, 6x for DVD- RW, 8x for DVD+ RW and 5x for DVD-RAM. For added convenience, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S also has a built-in card reader that supports flash memory cards including SD Memory card, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro, and Memory Stick. In terms of graphic features, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S incorporates Intel GMA 4500 MHD Dynamix Video Memory Technology 5.0 processor with a total available graphics memory of 1340 MB. As for Audio features, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S has a sound card audio output type that complies to High Definition Audio standards. In addition to that, it also has a built-in microphone for audio input. There is also an integrated 1.3 mega pixel web camera located on top of the widescreen display. Input devices consist of a touchpad and a QWERTY keyboard. The Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S also has a fax/ modem that follow ITU V.92, ITU V.90 protocols and specifications. There is also a network adapter that supports networking and wireless LAN. The Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E/S also incorporates an Intel WiFI Link 5100 Wireless NIC that is compatible with Fast Ethernet , IEEE 802.11n (draft) , Gigabit Ethernet , IEEE 802.11b , Ethernet , IEEE 802.11g , IEEE 802.11a data link protocol and follows IEEE 802.11n (draft) , IEEE 802.11g , IEEE 802.11a , IEEE 802.11b networking standards.
Reviews

“Users in the market for a laptop under $1000 aren’t going to have much luck finding a machine that will outperform the Sony VAIO NS140. The distinctive look of the VAIO provides a stylish demeanor unusual on similarly priced laptops. There are certainly more powerful laptops out there, but in terms of bang for the buck, the Sony VAIO NS140 excels.” (TopTenReviews, 2008)

“Thanks to its low-cost, solid construction, roomy and comfortable keyboard, and current Intel platform, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E is a 15-inch mainstream laptop worthy of your consideration.” (CNET, 2008)

“Thanks to its low-cost, solid construction, roomy and comfortable keyboard, and current Intel platform, the Sony Vaio VGN-NS140E is a 15-inch mainstream laptop worthy of your consideration.” (ZDNet, 2009)