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Sony VAIO PCG-TR3AP1 Laptop (1.0 GHz Pentium M Centrino, 512 MB RAM, 40 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Combo)
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Binding: Personal Computers
Brand: Sony
Computer Hardware Type: Notebook Computer
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 1 GHz
CPU Type: Intel Pentium M
Display Size: 10.6 inches
EAN: 0027242642768
Floppy Disk Drive Description: None
Graphics Description: Intel 855GM
Graphics Memory Size: 64 MB
Hard Disk Size: 40 GB
Included Software: PictureGear Studio, Network Smart Capture, DVgate Plus, SonicStage, Intervideo WinDVD, Norton Internet Security Center 7
Item Dimensions: 1447403111060
Keyboard Description: 83-key keyboard
Label: Sony
Manufacturer: Sony
Memory Slots Available: 2
Model: PCGTR3AP1
Modem Description: 56 Kbps
MPN: PCGTR3AP1
Native Resolution: 1280-by-600
Network Interface Description: Intel Pro-Wireless 2100BG integrated wireless LAN 802.11g
Platform: Windows XP Professional
Processor Count: 1
Publisher: Sony
Secondary Cache Size: 1024 KB
Special Features: Integrated Camera CMOS 370,000 pixels (VGA 640x480) MotionJPEG
Studio: Sony
System Bus Speed: 400 MHz
System Memory Size: 512 MB
System Memory Type: DDR SDRAM
Warranty: 1 year warranty
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Editorial Review:
Offering a head-turning design and eyebrow-raising features, the ultra-light, tiny Sony VAIO PCG-TR3AP1 notebook PC offers long battery life (thanks to the Intel Centrino processor), a Sony XBRITE screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio (great for watching DVDs), and an built-in digital camera. It also features a 54g wireless LAN, combo CD-RW/DVD drive, 512 MB of installed RAM, and a weight of just over three pounds. The integrated swivel camera at the top of the screen enables you to capture 640 x 480 still images and live video (motion JPEG) that can be saved directly to your hard drive.
The Basics
- Hard Drive: The 40 GB (4200 RPM) hard drive offers plenty of space for most users, though this size is beginning to feel small compared with other notebooks. It also has a 1024 KB L2 cache and a 400 MHz bus speed.
- Processor: While at the low end of current Centrino notebooks, the PCG-TR3AP1's 1 GHz Pentium M processor is definitely fast enough for everyday tasks and basic multimedia (it's comparable to a 1.5 GHz Mobile Intel Pentium 4). The Pentium M processor is designed specifically for low-power mobile usage, and it features the latest in power-saving technologies--ensuring you push your battery and productivity to the max.
- Memory: The PCG-TR3AP1 comes with a 512 MB built-in memory (DDR SDRAM, 333 MHz)--a good start for power users--with a maximum memory expansion up to 2.05 GB (2 x 1024 MB).
- CD/DVD Drive: You can easily and quickly burn music and video to CD with the combo CD-RW/DVD drive (24x write/10x rewrite/24x read).
- Keyboard & Mouse: The PCG-TR3AP1 has an 83-key keyboard and electro-static touchpad.
Sound and Graphics
The PCG-TR3AP1 has an Intel 855GM chipset integrated graphics card with 64 MB of shared video memory. Combining three new technologies for increased brightness, contrast and viewing angles, the 10.6-inch flat-panel XBRITE LCD offers a bright, vibrant screen for watching DVDs and editing your digital photos. It also has an sound card that's integrated into the main board, and offers built-in stero speakers. It has a high native resolution of 1280 x 768.
Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The PCG-TR3AP1 has an Intel Pro-Wireless 2100BG integrated wireless LAN that connects using the 802.11g wireless standard. You get a smaller offering of connectivity options (due to the notebook's size): - 2 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
- 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) ports for connecting digital video camcordrs and other peripherals
- 1 RGB monitor port
- 1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II)
- 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack
- Secure Digital (SD)/MultiMedia (MMC) memory card reader
It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.92), and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).
Preloaded System and Software
The PCG-TR3AP1 comes with the Windows XP Professional operating system (which adds Microsoft's IIS Web server, back-up and recovery utilities, Remote Desktop, and other enhanced business features), and it also features Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). It also is loaded with a bevy of Sony multimedia software: PictureGear Studio and Network Smart Capture (digital photo), DVgate Plus (digital video), and SonicStage (digital music). Other preloaded software includes Intervideo WinDVD and Norton Internet Security Center 7.
Dimensions and Weight
At 10.6 x 7.4 x 1.4 inches (L x W x H), this is a seriously small notebook. And it weighs just a mere 3.11 pounds with the battery.
Power
The included rechargeable lithium-ion battery offers between 3 and 5.5 hours of life with typical usage. An optional larger-capacity battery will provide double that (between 6 and 11 hours of battery life).
What's in the Box
This package contains the Sony Vaio PCG-TR3AP1 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions.
At just over three pounds, the TR3AP1 delivers the features and performance of a notebook twice its weight. Enjoy DVDs on an amazingly clear and sharp XBRITE screen. With an unprecedented battery life, never worry about finding on outlet. Turn heads with the award winning style of your TR series notebook.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - College student
After using many different laptops, I decided to purchase this one because of 1. small size and portability 2. light weight 3. wireless LAN built in 4. nice specs (CD-RW/DVD + built in digital camera). THough costly, I've used this laptop over a year in all my classes and it has come very handy.
Lightweight, portable, and still very smart. great laptop.
Rating: - From a College Student...
I've previously owned a PC and a notebook(GRT series) from SONY prior to the purchase of this TR3AP1 notebook via sony.com right when it was first introduced.
Just like all of the other SONY products, this notebook is very stylish. But the main reason I bought this product was because my GRT notebook was hard to carry around the campus because of its size and weight, I had owned the product for only about 5 months. TR notebook is LIGHT without its battery. Even with its battery, ... Read More
Rating: - Fabulous tiny notebook at a great price
Even though the TR series of sub-subnotebooks from Sony is now discontinued, it still sports modern-day mobile computing technologies as well as great styling -- arguably one of the best-looking laptops of all time. This model (TR3AP1, with the "P" meaning it comes with Windows Professional instead of Home) used to cost over $2300, but now it's selling for such a low price. Is it an outdated computing? No, because it has Centrino (Intel M processor, the mobile chipset, and the integrated 802.11b/g ... Read More
Rating: - Teriffic for Travel
I have had the VAIO TR3 for over a year. It works great especially using a wireless card. The small screen is easier to view than a dull larger one. I use it exclusively for travel and it fits my needs to a T!(Pardon the pun!) I am baffled by the poor user reviews. Just to be able to slip it into your briefcase on the fly and not to carry another case is really helpful to me. I intend to buy another one -- TR5 in the immediate future. No problems at all with my TR3.
Rating:  - Not exactly thrilled...
Sony VAIOs came highly recommended by many of my friends; I had heard nothing but good things about their notebooks. (The desktops...not so much. But the notebooks were supposedly great.)
My TR3AP1 worked fantastically for about two weeks, until it completely stopped working -- XP Pro wouldn't start at all, System Restore wouldn't work, and I couldn't even get it back to a point where I could get any data off of it.
Turns out they sent me a unit with a bad hard drive. Instead ... Read More
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