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Press Release VAIO Z Series Hong Kong, July 13, 2011 Sony today announced the launch of the new VAIO Z Series, the ultimate mobile PC that blends ultra-desirable styling and premium carbon fibre with

Weighing just over a kilogram, the new VAIO Z Series from Sony is created for mobile professionals who demand absolute performance and mobility in style.

1 Press Release VAIO Z Series Hong Kong, July 13, 2011 Sony today announced the launch of the new VAIO Z Series, the ultimate mobile PC that blends ultra-desirable styling and premium carbon fibre with no-compromise specifications and innovative productivity features. Weighing just over a kilogram, the new VAIO Z Series from Sony is created for mobile professionals who demand absolute performance and mobility in style. In the office or on the road, this class-leading business notebook helps demanding users work more efficiently with the ultimate in on-the-move computing power. Thin, Light, yet Powerful The all-new VAIO Z Series weighs only kg and is extremely thin at a mere mm. Its high-resolution full HD display with anti-reflective glossy finish provides an exquisite image with vivid colours covering 96% of the Adobe RGB colour gamut. The VAIO Z Series is also equipped with the 2nd generation Intel Core i7 processor, speedy DDR3 SDRAM and up to 256GB ultra-high speed 2nd generation SSD in the RAID 0 configuration, offering remarkably fast operation. Moreover, Quick Boot saves precious time when the user is in a hurry, loading Genuine Windows 7 Professional in about 14 seconds. 1/9

2 Power Media Dock The performance of the VAIO Z Series reaches a whole new level with the unique Power Media Dock, a docking station that links with VAIO via an optical cable. The proprietary port can also be used to attach regular USB devices to VAIO when it is not docked. The layout-free Dock comes supplied with a stylish design-match stand. Featuring high-speed I/O data transfer based on the architecture codenamed Light Peak, the Power Media Dock boosts graphics performance while providing a wide variety of connectivity options with a slot-in Blu-ray Disc Drive. It also features AMD Radeon HD 6650M with 1GB VRAM built-in. This high-performance graphics accelerator assures crisp and smooth images, ideal for enjoying movies, videos and gaming. With Power Media Dock added, VAIO Z Series can manage up to four displays (including the notebook screen) via HDMI and/or VGA output ports. In this configuration, VAIO Z Series makes a compelling choice for design, finance and science professionals who need to work across several screens simultaneously. Double battery life with Sheet Battery The VAIO Z Series offers 6.5 hours 1 of continuous use. By attaching an optional Sheet Battery, the battery life will be extended to 13 hours, to get more than a day s work done on a single charge. The Sheet Battery can be charged separately from the PC and added without removing the internal battery. The Sheet Battery s integrated design allows the notebook to stay full-flat when it is attached. Hexa-shell design and robustness The VAIO Z Series takes cutting-edge styling by Sony to new extremes, with a full-flat body and display lid that are crafted in tough, ultra-light carbon fibre. Both VAIO Z Series and Power Media Dock feature a unique hexagonal edge design, adding a distinctive look while reinforcing durability. The VAIO Z Series delivers a richer communication experience. Digital noise-cancelling headphones allow the user to enjoy clear, crisp sound and music even in noisy environment. The built-in microphone and HD web camera powered by Exmor technology ensure clearer communication during video chats. Thanks also to an inorganic EL panel, the backlit keyboard automatically illuminates with only the letters glowing when the sensor detects that the room is dark. 1 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. 2/9

3 Designed for users with a taste for superior quality, the ultra-mobile VAIO Z Series is available in black and gold that perfectly match its premium style. The new VAIO Z Series will be available at a suggested retail price of HK$20,980. c l o s e r t o y o u. 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. 3/9

4 Key specifications of the VAIO VPCZ217GG/N,X: Model Operating System Operating System Language Pack / Language Interface Pack Processor Processor VPCZ217GG/N,X Genuine Windows 7 Professional with Service Pack 1 64-bit (English Version) Language Pack: Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Thai Language Interface Pack: Vietnamese Intel Core i7-2620m Processor 2.70 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 3.40 GHz *1 Intel HM67 Express Chipset Chipset Architecture Memory Bus 1333 MT/s Cache Memory 4 MB (L3 Cache) Main Memory Pre-installed SO-DIMM Slots Storage Flash Memory(SSD) Graphics Graphics Accelerator Intel HD Graphics 3000 Display Display 8 GB (4 GB (Custom Module) x 2) DDR3 SDRAM *2 (Max) Custom Slot (Unchangeable, Unused Memory slot:0) 256 GB *3 (128 GB x 2(RAID 0) *4, Serial ATA) 13.1 inch wide (Full HD: 1920x1080) TFT colour display (VAIO Display Premium, LED backlight, Adobe RGB 96% coverage) Interfaces USB Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Type A Connector x 1 *5 Network 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 1 (RJ-45)Connector Display Output Analogue RGB, Mini D-Sub 15 pin x 1 Connector Headphone Stereo, Mini Jack x 1 HDMI IN/ HDMI Out x 1 (3D Supported) Out Connector Memory Stick Duo "Memory Stick Duo"("Memory Stick PRO-HG" compatible, "MagicGate" ("MagicGate" is not supported for 256 MB or less capacity media. )) *6 SD Memory Card Slot SD memory card (SDHC, SDXC compatible, UHS (SDR50) supported, Copyright protection (CPRM)) DC IN x 1 Extend Battery x 1 Connector Others Docking Station/USB port x 1 (This port supports USB 2.0/3.0 compatible devices) 4/9

5 Wireless Connection Wireless LAN IEEE a/b/g/n *7 Wireless LAN Data Maximum transmission speed: 300 Mbps *8, Rate Maximum receipt speed: 300 Mbps *8 Bluetooth Bluetooth standard Ver EDR Security Fingerprint Sensor Yes Security Chip Camera Front Side Camera TCG ver.1.2 certified HD web camera powered by "Exmor" (Resolution: 1280 x 1024, Effective Pixels: 1.31Mega pixels) Audio Audio Intel High Definition Audio / Internal Stereo Speakers / Internal Monaural Microphone / Dolby Home Theater v4, Digital Noise Cancelling Keyboard/Input Device Keyboard/Input Device mm key pitch, 1.0 mm keystroke, 83 keys, Backlit Keyboard / Touchpad (Gesture supported) Battery Life Bundled Battery VGP-BPS27/N or VGP-BPS27/X Lithium-ion battery: up to 6.5 hours of use *9 Optional Battery VGP-BPS27 + VGP-BPSC27 Lithium-ion battery: up to 13.0 hours of use *9 General Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Bundled Software AV Entertainment Content Creation/Editing Word Processor / Spreadsheet Tools Utilities Security Support 330 x x 210 mm kg (including the supplied battery) Media Gallery *10, Windows Media Center, PowerDVD BD, Quick Web Access PMB VAIO Edition, Adobe Photoshop Elements 9, Roxio Easy Media Creator Microsoft Office Starter 2010 *11 Adobe Reader X VAIO Control Center, VAIO Gate, WebCam Companion, Magic-i Visual Effects, Infineon TPM Professional Package, Remote Keyboard *12, Remote Play with PlayStation 3 *13, VAIO 3D Portal Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security 60days *14, TrueSuite VAIO Care, VAIO Care Rescue, VAIO Update, VAIO Transfer Support, Norton Online Backup 60-day Free Trial *14 Accessories Supplied Accessories AC Adaptor: VGP-AC19V49 *15 or VGP-AC19V46 *16 / Battery: VGP-BPS27/N or VGP-BPS27/X *17 Port Replicator / Docking Station: VGP-PRZ20A *18 5/9

6 / Others: Cleaning Cloth, Noise Cancelling Headphones (MDR-NC033L2/BM(SET)), Windows 7 Professional Service Pack 1 32-bit Recovery Media Bundled Port Replicator/ Docking Station Product Name VGP-PRZ20A *18 Type Docking Station Optical Disc Drive Blu-ray Disc Drive with DVD SuperMulti *19 (Bundled Port Replicator/Docking Station) Maximum Reading Speed Maximum Writing Speed BD-ROM: 6x / BD-R: 6x(SL), BD-R: 6x(DL) / BD-RE: 6x(SL), BD-RE: 6x(DL) / DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 6x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 6x(DL) / DVD+RW: 8x / DVD-RW: 8x / DVD-ROM: 8x / DVD-RAM: 5x / CD-ROM: 24x / CD-R: 24x / CD-RW: 24x BD-R: 6x(SL), BD-R: 6x(DL) / BD-RE: 2x(SL), BD-RE: 2x(DL)/ DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 6x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 6x(DL) / DVD+RW: 8x / DVD-RW: 6x / DVD-RAM: 5x / CD-R: 24x / CD-RW: 10x Graphics (Bundled Port Replicator/ Docking Station) Graphics Accelerator AMD Radeon HD 6650M *19 Dedicated Video 1 GB DDR3 Memory Interface (Bundled Port Replicator/ Docking Station) USB Network (RJ-45)Connector Display Output Connector HDMI Out Connector Size (Bundled Port Replicator/ Docking Station) Dimensions (WxHxD) Weight Dedicated AC Adaptor (Bundled Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Type A Connector x 2, SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0) x 1 * BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 1 *19 Analogue RGB, Mini D-Sub 15 pin x 1 HDMI Out x 1(3D Supported) x x mm kg 6/9

7 Port Replicator/ Docking Station) AC Adaptor VGP-AC19V46 *16 Warranty Local Warranty & VAIO One Year International 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 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. And this memory is unchangeable. *3 GB means one billion bytes when referring to storage capacity. Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of storage space is reserved as a recovery partition. *4 Set to RAID 0 (Striping) at initial shipment settings. It will be displayed as 256GB x 1 on the Windows operating system. *5 Charge function via USB port is only available with AC adopter. *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. *9 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 *10 When you use your PC with battery only or change the Power Plan to Power saver, WMV HD contents may not playback smoothly. In that case, please connect your PC to AC adapter or change the Power Plan to Balanced or High performance. *11 Microsoft Office Starter 2010 includes reduced-functionality versions of Word 2010 and Excel 2010 with advertising. Does not include PowerPoint, Outlook or Publisher. To activate full-featured Office software, purchase an Office 2010 Product Key. *12 Compatible with certain devices only. *13 Available in certain countries only. *14 Free use of 60 days. Further update will be charged. *15 This AC adopter does not have compatibility with Bundled Port Replicator/Docking Station. *16 This AC adopter has compatibility with Bundled Port Replicator/Docking Station. *17 This product may only function with a genuine Sony battery designed for this model. *18 This Port Replicator/Docking Station only works with AC adopter. *19 The graphics accelerator/usb/lan/disk drive on the docking station may not provide 7/9

8 maximum performance, depending on system environment. In addition, the performance may be limited when using two or more of the above features on the docking station at the same time. <Important notice when playing back HD contents> [Supporting Blu-ray Disc] - The Blu-ray Disc Drive does not support BD-RE 1.0 discs and Blu-ray cartridge discs. [Blu-ray Disc Playback] - Requires compatible high-definition display for high definition playback. Playback of AACS protected media may require an HDCP compliant output and HDCP compliant display. - You may need to connect to the Internet when playing copyright protected Blu-ray discs. - Region settings are required for Movies and BD-ROM contents. If the region setting and the region of the disc do not match, playback is not possible. <Restriction on Windows 7 Professional 32-bit Recovery Media> Note that certain features and software of the followings may be unusable/limited after recovering from Windows 7 Professional 64-bit to 32-bit (applies to the VAIO models equipped): - Motion Reality HD - The copyright protection function of the SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card - Memory Stick and SD card drive appears on Device and Printer 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 play back. - 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. - AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, Radeon, ATI, ATI logo, and combinations thereof, are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other names are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. - Windows, Windows Vista, the Windows logo and Microsoft are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. - 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 8/9

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Press Release. VAIO Y Series 1/6

Press Release. VAIO Y Series 1/6 Press Release VAIO Y Series Hong Kong, November 10, 2010 Sony Corporation of Hong Kong Limited today unveiled the new VAIO Y Series which packs high performance in a handy and stylish design. Targeted