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	==Overview==		==Overview==
			[[File:PCG-NV with MD drive.jpg\|alt=PCG-NV with MD drive\|thumb\|PCG-NV with MD drive]]
	The VAIO PCG-NV is a high-end Intel Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebook that was introduced in 2002. An AMD version of this laptop was also produced, the PCG-NVR.		The VAIO PCG-NV is a high-end Intel Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebook that was introduced in 2002. An AMD version of this laptop was also produced, the PCG-NVR.

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	{\| class="wikitable"		{\| class="wikitable"
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	\|PCG-NVR23\|\|[https://archive.org/details/pcg-nvr23-winxp-oem Internet Archive]		\|PCG-NVR23 HDD Image\|\|[https://archive.org/details/pcg-nvr23-winxp-oem Internet Archive]
			\|}

			====Manuals and Useful Links====
			{\| class="wikitable"
			\|+Guides
			\|-
			\|PCG-NVR170 Disassembly Guide\|\|[https://youtu.be/XcdefbD2klw Sony PCG-NV170 Disassembly Guide]
			\|-
	\|}		\|}

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	==Resources==		==Resources==

			====Recovery Discs ====
			These discs are not compatible with [[Sony VAIO Recovery Patcher (SVRP)\|SVRP]], but we are working on a patcher for earlier recoveries.

			{\| class="wikitable"
			\|-
			\|PCG-NVR23\|\|[https://archive.org/details/pcg-nvr23-winxp-oem Internet Archive]
			\|}

	{\| class="wikitable"		{\| class="wikitable"

Laki2 at 10:50, 15 December 2024

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	~~[[File:Pcg-nv109m.jpg\|thumb\|alt=VAIO PCG-NV109M\|PCG-NV with Net MD module]]~~THIS PAGE IS A WORK IN PROGRESS!!!		THIS PAGE IS A WORK IN PROGRESS!!!

	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The VAIO PCG-NV is a high-end Intel Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebook that was introduced in 2002.		The VAIO PCG-NV is a high-end Intel Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebook that was introduced in 2002. An AMD version of this laptop was also produced, the PCG-NVR.

	~~This~~ was the ~~only VAIO where Sony decided to experiment~~ with the ~~modular bay idea~~, which was ~~unfortunately short lived~~ and ~~never made its way onto any other VAIOs~~. It ~~would've been nice to see~~ a modern ~~VAIO with two modular bays, one on each side, to have a subwoofer on one side and a BluRay writer on the other side, etc. Unfortunately there is only one modular bay on~~ the PCG-NV~~, which means that one cannot use the MiniDisc expansion and subwoofer at the same time~~.		In many ways, the PCG-NV was the start of a multimedia focused desktop replacement series. This series continued with the VGN-A, VGN-AR, VGN-AW, VPCF1/2. Looking at the design of the VGN-A, which was released two years later, we can see the same design elements, with the back of the unit having the same flap cover and power jack placement. It looks like a more modern version of the PCG-NV pretty much.

	~~In many ways~~, the PCG-NV ~~was the start of a multimedia focused desktop replacement series~~. ~~This series continued with the VGN-A~~, ~~VGN-AR~~, ~~VGN-AW~~, ~~VPCF1/2~~. ~~Looking at the design of the VGN-A~~, which ~~was released two years later, we can see~~ the ~~same design elements~~, ~~with~~ the ~~back~~ of the ~~unit having~~ the same ~~flap cover and power jack placement~~. ~~It looks like~~ a ~~more modern version~~ of the ~~PCG-NV pretty much~~.		Regarding the displays, the PCG-NV came in four distinct configurations: 14.1" TFT @1024x768, 15.0" TFT @1024x768, 15.0" TFT @1400x1050, 15.0" TFT @1600x1200. The 14.1" display has slightly thicker bezels around it, which distinguishes it from the 15" versions, although the size of the laptop chassis is still the same. The 1600x1200 display was quite common in other high-end VAIOs of the time, a model number of the displays will be posted here once we take a look into our machines.

	The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a Net MiniDisc drive, a number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer. It is also known for its high quality speakers.		The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a Net MiniDisc drive, a number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer. It is also known for its high quality speakers.

	~~Regarding~~ the ~~displays~~, the ~~PCG~~-~~NV came in four distinct configurations: 14~~.~~1" TFT @1024x768~~, 15.~~0" TFT @1024x768~~, ~~15.0" TFT @1400x1050~~, 15.~~0" TFT @1600x1200~~. The 14.~~1" display has slightly thicker bezels around~~ it, ~~which distinguishes~~ it ~~from~~ the ~~15" versions, although the size of~~ the ~~chassis~~ is ~~still~~ the ~~same~~. The ~~1600x1200 display was quite common~~ in ~~other high~~-~~end VAIOs~~ of the ~~time~~, ~~a model~~ number of the ~~displays will be posted here once we take~~ a ~~look into our machines~~.		This was the only VAIO where Sony decided to experiment with the modular bay idea, which was unfortunately short lived and never really made its way onto any other VAIOs (apart from the VGN-BX and VGN-AX, to a much lesser extent). It would've been nice to see a modern VAIO with two modular bays, one on each side, to have a subwoofer on one side and a BluRay writer on the other side, etc. Unfortunately there is only one modular bay on the PCG-NV, which means that one cannot use the MiniDisc expansion and subwoofer at the same time, which sadly means that the MiniDisc drive is not very useful for audio playback. This makes it seem that the MD drive was intended more for writing to a MiniDisc and then playing it back on a different player.

			The MiniDisc drive is of the NetMD variant, allowing writing through SonicStage and Web MiniDisc (a new alternative which is much better than Sony's SonicStage). Unfortunately it is not Hi-MD, but it still is pretty cool and the only laptop which has a MiniDisc drive. Next to the actual MiniDisc slot is a small eject button for ejecting the disc. The drive is taller than the numberpad and the floppy drive, so when it is in use, one has to raise the two pop-out feet which raises the back of the laptop, stops it from wobbling and makes it stand straight as normal again.

			The number pad module is an external numpad which slides out when pushed, like when pushing an SD card to eject it. This bay module is regular height and thus does not require the pop-out feet.

			The floppy drive module is a regular floppy drive and functions like one. This bay module is regular height and thus does not require the pop-out feet.

	The ~~MiniDisc drive~~ is ~~of the NetMD variant, allowing writing through SonicStage~~ and ~~Web MiniDisc (~~a ~~new alternative which is much better than Sony's SonicStage)~~. ~~Unfortunately it is not Hi-MD, but it still is pretty cool and~~ the ~~only~~ laptop ~~which has a MiniDisc drive. Next to the actual MiniDisc slot is~~ a small ~~eject button for ejecting~~ the ~~disc~~. The drive is taller than the ~~numberpad~~ and the floppy drive, so when it is in use, one has to raise ~~(INTERNAL NOTE: NOT SURE HOW TO SAY PLEASE FIX)~~ the two ~~small kickstand~~-~~like~~ feet which raises the back of the laptop, stops it from wobbling and makes it stand straight as normal again.		The subwoofer module is a quite capable and good sounding subwoofer for such a small size. It makes the laptop sound as good as a small HiFi system, and makes it easily one of the best sounding laptops of all time. The drive is taller than the number pad and the floppy drive, so when it is in use, one has to raise the two pop-out feet which raises the back of the laptop, stops it from wobbling and makes it stand straight as normal again.

	==== Modular Bay Modules ====		==== Modular Bay Modules ====
	On top of the modular bay is a fixed CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.		On top of the modular bay is a fixed CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.

	* ~~Mini-Disc~~ drive (Net MD): '''PCGA-MDN1'''		* MiniDisc drive (Net MD): '''PCGA-MDN1'''
	* External numeric keypad: '''PCGA-TKN1'''		* External numeric keypad: '''PCGA-TKN1'''
	* Floppy drive: '''PCGA-FDN1'''		* Floppy drive: '''PCGA-FDN1'''
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	'''Storage''': 2.5" IDE (Ultra ATA/100), 30 or 40GB		'''Storage''': 2.5" IDE (Ultra ATA/100), 30 or 40GB

	'''Optical Drive''': CD-RW or DVD-ROM		'''Optical Drive''': CD-RW or DVD-ROM, MiniDisc (with optional drive bay)

	'''Battery''': PCGA-BP2NX (Lithium-Ion)		'''Battery''': PCGA-BP2NX (Lithium-Ion)

Laki2 at 17:38, 14 December 2024

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	[[File:Pcg-nv109m.jpg\|thumb\|alt=VAIO PCG-NV109M\|PCG-NV with Net MD module]]		[[File:Pcg-nv109m.jpg\|thumb\|alt=VAIO PCG-NV109M\|PCG-NV with Net MD module]]THIS PAGE IS A WORK IN PROGRESS!!!

	==Overview==		==Overview==

Laki2 at 17:36, 14 December 2024

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	In many ways, the PCG-NV was the start of a multimedia focused desktop replacement series. This series continued with the VGN-A, VGN-AR, VGN-AW, VPCF1/2. Looking at the design of the VGN-A, which was released two years later, we can see the same design elements, with the back of the unit having the same flap cover and power jack placement. It looks like a more modern version of the PCG-NV pretty much.		In many ways, the PCG-NV was the start of a multimedia focused desktop replacement series. This series continued with the VGN-A, VGN-AR, VGN-AW, VPCF1/2. Looking at the design of the VGN-A, which was released two years later, we can see the same design elements, with the back of the unit having the same flap cover and power jack placement. It looks like a more modern version of the PCG-NV pretty much.

	The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a ~~Mini-Disc player~~, a number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer. It is also known for its high quality speakers.		The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a Net MiniDisc drive, a number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer. It is also known for its high quality speakers.

			Regarding the displays, the PCG-NV came in four distinct configurations: 14.1" TFT @1024x768, 15.0" TFT @1024x768, 15.0" TFT @1400x1050, 15.0" TFT @1600x1200. The 14.1" display has slightly thicker bezels around it, which distinguishes it from the 15" versions, although the size of the chassis is still the same. The 1600x1200 display was quite common in other high-end VAIOs of the time, a model number of the displays will be posted here once we take a look into our machines.

			The MiniDisc drive is of the NetMD variant, allowing writing through SonicStage and Web MiniDisc (a new alternative which is much better than Sony's SonicStage). Unfortunately it is not Hi-MD, but it still is pretty cool and the only laptop which has a MiniDisc drive. Next to the actual MiniDisc slot is a small eject button for ejecting the disc. The drive is taller than the numberpad and the floppy drive, so when it is in use, one has to raise (INTERNAL NOTE: NOT SURE HOW TO SAY PLEASE FIX) the two small kickstand-like feet which raises the back of the laptop, stops it from wobbling and makes it stand straight as normal again.

	==== Modular Bay Modules ====		==== Modular Bay Modules ====

Laki2 at 17:22, 14 December 2024

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The VAIO PCG-NV is a high-end Intel Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebook that was introduced in 2002.		The VAIO PCG-NV is a high-end Intel Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebook that was introduced in 2002.

			This was the only VAIO where Sony decided to experiment with the modular bay idea, which was unfortunately short lived and never made its way onto any other VAIOs. It would've been nice to see a modern VAIO with two modular bays, one on each side, to have a subwoofer on one side and a BluRay writer on the other side, etc. Unfortunately there is only one modular bay on the PCG-NV, which means that one cannot use the MiniDisc expansion and subwoofer at the same time.

			In many ways, the PCG-NV was the start of a multimedia focused desktop replacement series. This series continued with the VGN-A, VGN-AR, VGN-AW, VPCF1/2. Looking at the design of the VGN-A, which was released two years later, we can see the same design elements, with the back of the unit having the same flap cover and power jack placement. It looks like a more modern version of the PCG-NV pretty much.

	The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a Mini-Disc player, a number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer. It is also known for its high quality speakers.		The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a Mini-Disc player, a number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer. It is also known for its high quality speakers.

Romanio0089 at 16:59, 14 December 2024

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	The VAIO PCG-NV is a high-end Intel Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebook that was introduced in 2002.		The VAIO PCG-NV is a high-end Intel Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebook that was introduced in 2002.

	The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a Mini-Disc player, number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer. It is also known for its high quality speakers.		The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a Mini-Disc player, a number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer. It is also known for its high quality speakers.

	==== Modular Bay Modules ====		==== Modular Bay Modules ====

Romanio0089 at 16:57, 14 December 2024

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	[[File:Pcg-nv109m.jpg\|thumb\|alt=VAIO PCG-NV109M\|~~VAIO~~ PCG-~~NV109M~~]]		[[File:Pcg-nv109m.jpg\|thumb\|alt=VAIO PCG-NV109M\|PCG-NV with Net MD module]]

	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The VAIO PCG-NV is a ~~series~~ high-end Pentium 4M-based multimedia ~~notebooks~~ that ~~were~~ introduced in 2002.		The VAIO PCG-NV is a high-end Intel Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebook that was introduced in 2002.

	The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a ~~MiniDisc~~ player, number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer.		The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a Mini-Disc player, number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer. It is also known for its high quality speakers.

			==== Modular Bay Modules ====
			On top of the modular bay is a fixed CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.

			* Mini-Disc drive (Net MD): '''PCGA-MDN1'''
			* External numeric keypad: '''PCGA-TKN1'''
			* Floppy drive: '''PCGA-FDN1'''
			* Subwoofer: '''PCGA-CWN1'''

	==Detailed Specs==		==Detailed Specs==
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	'''Display Options''': 14.1" TFT @1024x768, 15.0" TFT @1024x768, 15.0" TFT @1400x1050, 15.0" TFT @1600x1200		'''Display Options''': 14.1" TFT @1024x768, 15.0" TFT @1024x768, 15.0" TFT @1400x1050, 15.0" TFT @1600x1200

	'''Storage''': 2.5" IDE, ~~30GB standard in some models~~		'''Storage''': 2.5" IDE (Ultra ATA/100), 30 or 40GB

			'''Optical Drive''': CD-RW or DVD-ROM

	'''~~Drives~~''': ~~Modular bay supports a floppy drive, MiniDisc drive, or subwoofer module. There's also an Optical Drive~~ - ~~not sure if it's a module, or a separate bay.~~		'''Battery''': PCGA-BP2NX (Lithium-Ion)

	'''~~Battery~~'''~~: Lithium Ion~~		'''Weight:''' 3.7kg

	==Resources==		==Resources==
	~~Unfinished~~
			{\| class="wikitable"
			\|+ Presentation Pages
			\|-
			\|PCG-NV55/77/99\|\|[https://www.sony.jp/products/Consumer/PCOM/PCG-NV99M/index.html Sony JP]
			\|}

	==Sources==		==Sources==
	[https://web.archive.org/web/20200811132250/https://www.zdnet.com/product/sony-vaio-pcg-nv109m/ ZDNet Review]		[https://sony.com Sony], [https://web.archive.org/web/20200811132250/https://www.zdnet.com/product/sony-vaio-pcg-nv109m/ ZDNet Review]

StarX: /* Detailed Specs */

2024-12-14T14:05:17Z

Detailed Specs

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The VAIO PCG-NV is a series high-end Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebooks that were introduced in 2002.		The VAIO PCG-NV is a series high-end Pentium 4M-based multimedia notebooks that were introduced in 2002.
	The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a MiniDisc player, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer.
			The PCG-NV's standout feature is its modular bay, which could accommodate a MiniDisc player, number pad, a floppy drive, or a subwoofer.

	==Detailed Specs==		==Detailed Specs==