Sony VGN-NR498E VAIO Notebook PC

Sony Updated: 2008-07-30 RSS
Sony VGN-NR498E VAIO Notebook PC

With a unique, fabric-like textured exterior, the slim, 15.4" Granite Silver VAIO® NR notebook with XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology exemplifies contemporary style in a mobile PC. Boasting an aesthetic yet functional design, it will turn heads with its unpretentious charm while delivering stellar everyday productivity and entertainment. Enjoy superior performance with its Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor and easily connect to wireless networks at home or at public hotspots like cafés and airports with wireless LAN technology. You can also build your own media library with the built-in CD/DVD burner. Combining attractive looks and the tools you need to stay ahead, VAIO® NR is the perfect PC for your day-to-day computing endeavors.

Everyday PC Performance

Enjoy the performance of the Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T5750 processor (2.0GHz) with 3GB of pre-installed memory. The VAIO® NR notebook comes pre-installed with Genuine Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium with Service Pack 1. Watch all your favorite movies and shows in stunning clarity on the 15.4" widescreen display using XBRITE-ECO™ technology so you can see deeper blacks, brighter whites, true-to-life color and razor-sharp detail from almost any angle. Extend the reach of your VAIO® NR notebook and work and play online from almost anywhere within your home or on-the-go at a cafe hotspot using 802.11a/b/g/n integrated wireless LAN technology. Store your favorite family videos, vacation photos and important documents on the roomy 250GB (5400rpm) Serial ATA hard disk drive.

Stylish yet Functional Design

A soft matte Granite Silver hue, clean lines and an aesthetic yet functional design give the VAIO® NR notebook a contemporary look, wrapped in a light 6.3 lbs (with standard battery) package. A unique fabric-like textured chassis adds to the soft hues and settle design elements making the VAIO® NR more than just a computer but an expression of personality. Four high-speed USB 2.0 ports, ExpressCard®, SD™ card and Memory Stick PRO™ media slots are conveniently located on the front and sides of the NR notebook for easy, straightforward accessibility.

Multimedia Made Easy

Whether it's for YouTube™, a class project or for sharing with friends and family, editing digital video captured by your Sony Handycam® is quick and easy with VAIO® Movie Story software. You choose the supplied template and professional-looking cutaways, cross-fades and soundtrack syncing are automatically done for you. Go straight to your favorite movies, songs and photos with the touch of a button. AV mode gives you instant access to your favorite multimedia.