VGN-BX - Revision history

StarX at 20:54, 3 October 2025

2025-10-03T20:54:42Z

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	The model was revised and updated in 2006 and 2007, which upgraded the processor to Intel Core 2 Duo, as well as upgrading the chipset, graphics and wireless network while keeping the same overall design.		The model was revised and updated in 2006 and 2007, which upgraded the processor to Intel Core 2 Duo, as well as upgrading the chipset, graphics and wireless network while keeping the same overall design.

			There was also a multimedia oriented variant called the VGN-AX, this was the same laptop as the VGN-BX however it featured a built in TV tuner and capture card, like on the VGN-AR.

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

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2023-10-26T18:31:50Z

Summary

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	==Summary==		==Summary==
	The Sony VAIO VGN-BX is a Business-Class notebook computer series released by Sony in 2005, and they were avaliable in 14.1", 15.3" and 17" display size.		The Sony VAIO VGN-BX is a Business-Class notebook computer series released by Sony in 2005, and they were avaliable in 14.1", 15.4" and 17" display size.

	They came in a silver finish. Only the 14.1" version of the VGN-BX has a magnesium alloy case. The 15.4" and 17" models have a plastic build and are 16:9 (Widescreen) instead of 4:3.		They came in a silver finish. Only the 14.1" version of the VGN-BX has a magnesium alloy case. The 15.4" and 17" models have a plastic build and are 16:9 (Widescreen) instead of 4:3.
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	[[File:15.4 inch model.png\|thumb\|392x392px\|15.4" VGN-BX]]		[[File:15.4 inch model.png\|thumb\|392x392px\|15.4" VGN-BX]]
	Due to the fact that these laptops were made for businesses, they had multiple business related features: a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.		Due to the fact that these laptops were made for businesses, they had multiple business related features: a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.

			The model was revised and updated in 2006 and 2007, which upgraded the processor to Intel Core 2 Duo, as well as upgrading the chipset, graphics and wireless network while keeping the same overall design.

	==Detailed Specs==		==Detailed Specs==
	'''Processor''': Intel Pentium M 740 up to 780		'''Processor''': Intel Pentium M 740 up to 780; Intel Core 2 Duo for 2006/2007 models

	'''Graphics''': Intel GMA 900 with up to 128MB of shared memory		'''Graphics''': Intel GMA 900 with up to 128MB of shared memory; Intel GMA 950 or Intel GMA X3100 for 2006/2007 models

	'''RAM''': DDR2 SDRAM (533MHz), Not Soldered		'''RAM''': DDR2 SDRAM (533MHz), Not Soldered, runs at 667MHz for Core 2 models

	'''Display''': 14.1 XGA (1024x768) X-Black LCD, Glossy		'''Display''': 14.1 XGA (1024x768) or SXGA+ (1400x1050) / 15.4" or 17.3" WXGA (1280x800), X-Black LCD, Glossy

	'''Storage''': 2.5" SATA HDD		'''Storage''': 2.5" SATA HDD
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	'''Wireless''': 802.11b/g Wireless LAN		'''Wireless''': 802.11b/g Wireless LAN

	'''OS''': Microsoft Windows XP Professional		'''OS''': Microsoft Windows XP Professional; Microsoft Windows Vista Business for select Core 2 models

	'''Media''': Dual Layer DVD±RW Drive (Swappable), Three USB 2.0 Ports, Four-Pin FireWire, PCMCIA Card Slot, VGA Out, Gigabit Ethernet, SD Card Reader, Memory Stick Pro Reader and a Modem		'''Media''': Dual Layer DVD±RW Drive (Swappable), Three USB 2.0 Ports, Four-Pin FireWire, PCMCIA Card Slot, VGA Out, Gigabit Ethernet, SD Card Reader, Memory Stick Pro Reader and a Modem

Laki2 at 13:19, 6 August 2023

2023-08-06T13:19:23Z

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	[[File:VGN-BX.jpg\|thumb\|14.1" VGN-BX]]		[[File:VGN-BX.jpg\|thumb\|14.1" VGN-BX\|392x392px]]

	==Summary==		==Summary==
	The Sony VAIO VGN-BX is a Business-Class notebook computer series released by Sony in 2005, and they were avaliable in 14.1", 15.3" and 17" display size.		The Sony VAIO VGN-BX is a Business-Class notebook computer series released by Sony in 2005, and they were avaliable in 14.1", 15.3" and 17" display size.

	They came in a silver finish. Only the 14.1" version of the VGN-BX has a magnesium alloy case. The 15.4" and 17" models have a plastic build.		They came in a silver finish. Only the 14.1" version of the VGN-BX has a magnesium alloy case. The 15.4" and 17" models have a plastic build and are 16:9 (Widescreen) instead of 4:3.

	The Intel Pentium M series with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with these laptops along with Windows XP. They also use DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable.		The Intel Pentium M series with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with these laptops along with Windows XP. They also use DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable.
			[[File:15.4 inch model.png\|thumb\|392x392px\|15.4" VGN-BX]]
	Due to the fact that these laptops were made for businesses, they had multiple business related features: a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.		Due to the fact that these laptops were made for businesses, they had multiple business related features: a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.

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	== Resources ==		== Resources ==
	~~This section is in WIP~~.		[https://www.insidemylaptop.com/disassemble-sony-vaio-vgn-bx-series-laptop/ Disassembly Guide]

	==Downloads==		==Downloads==
			[https://archive.org/details/vaio-vgn-bx-740-recovery-disc-1-of-2 VGN-BX740 Recovery Disks]

			[https://archive.org/details/VGN-BX760P VGN-BX760P Recovery Disks]

	Follow our [[Drivers Downloading Guides\|guides]] to download and install drivers.		Follow our [[Drivers Downloading Guides\|guides]] to download and install drivers.

	== Sources ==		== Sources ==
	[https://www.sony.com/en/ Sony]		[https://www.sony.com/en/ Sony]

Romanio0089 at 10:42, 7 December 2022

2022-12-07T10:42:44Z

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	The Intel Pentium M series with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with these laptops along with Windows XP. They also use DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable.		The Intel Pentium M series with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with these laptops along with Windows XP. They also use DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable.

	Due to the fact that these laptops were made for businesses, they had multiple business related features : a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.		Due to the fact that these laptops were made for businesses, they had multiple business related features: a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.

	==Detailed Specs==		==Detailed Specs==
	'''Processor''' : Intel Pentium M 740 up to 780		'''Processor''': Intel Pentium M 740 up to 780

	'''Graphics''' : Intel GMA 900 with up to 128MB of shared memory		'''Graphics''': Intel GMA 900 with up to 128MB of shared memory

	'''RAM''' : DDR2 SDRAM (533MHz), Not Soldered		'''RAM''': DDR2 SDRAM (533MHz), Not Soldered

	'''Display''' : 14.1 XGA (1024x768) X-Black LCD, Glossy		'''Display''': 14.1 XGA (1024x768) X-Black LCD, Glossy

	'''Storage''' : 2.5" SATA HDD		'''Storage''': 2.5" SATA HDD

	'''Wireless''' : 802.11b/g Wireless LAN		'''Wireless''': 802.11b/g Wireless LAN

	'''OS''' : Microsoft Windows XP Professional		'''OS''': Microsoft Windows XP Professional

	'''Media''': Dual Layer DVD±RW Drive (Swappable), Three USB 2.0 Ports, Four-Pin FireWire, PCMCIA Card Slot, VGA Out, Gigabit Ethernet, SD Card Reader, Memory Stick Pro Reader and a Modem		'''Media''': Dual Layer DVD±RW Drive (Swappable), Three USB 2.0 Ports, Four-Pin FireWire, PCMCIA Card Slot, VGA Out, Gigabit Ethernet, SD Card Reader, Memory Stick Pro Reader and a Modem
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	==Daily Usage Today==		==Daily Usage Today==
	This laptop is still ~~useable~~ today, but to some extent... It is only useful for office uses and can be used as a Media PC. The Pentium M is not known for performance, and it is recommended that one replaces the HDD with a SSD. Retro games are playable on this device, but keep in mind that barely anything past the 2000's is playable (at a reasonable framerate).		This laptop is still usable today, but to some extent... It is only useful for office uses and can be used as a Media PC. The Pentium M is not known for performance, and it is recommended that one replaces the HDD with a SSD. Retro games are playable on this device, but keep in mind that barely anything past the 2000's is playable (at a reasonable framerate).

			== Resources ==
			This section is in WIP.

	==Downloads==		==Downloads==

Romanio0089 at 19:41, 24 January 2022

2022-01-24T19:41:56Z

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	[[File:VGN-BX.jpg\|thumb\|~~Image of a~~ VGN-BX]]		[[File:VGN-BX.jpg\|thumb\|14.1" VGN-BX]]

	==Summary==		==Summary==

Romanio0089 at 16:52, 24 January 2022

2022-01-24T16:52:55Z

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	==Summary==		==Summary==
	The Sony VAIO VGN-~~BX294VP~~ is a Business-Class notebook computer released by Sony in 2005, and they were avaliable in 14.1" or 15.3" display size.		The Sony VAIO VGN-BX is a Business-Class notebook computer series released by Sony in 2005, and they were avaliable in 14.1", 15.3" and 17" display size.

	It came in a silver ~~color~~. Only the 14.1" version of the VGN-BX has a magnesium alloy case. The 15.4" models have a plastic build.		They came in a silver finish. Only the 14.1" version of the VGN-BX has a magnesium alloy case. The 15.4" and 17" models have a plastic build.

	The Pentium M series with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with these laptops along with Windows XP. They also use DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable.		The Intel Pentium M series with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with these laptops along with Windows XP. They also use DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable.

	Due to the fact that these laptops were made for businesses, they had multiple business related features : a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.		Due to the fact that these laptops were made for businesses, they had multiple business related features : a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.

Romanio0089 at 16:51, 24 January 2022

2022-01-24T16:51:18Z

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	==Downloads==		==Downloads==
	Follow our [[Drivers Downloading Guides\|~~guide~~]] to download and install drivers.		Follow our [[Drivers Downloading Guides\|guides]] to download and install drivers.

	== Sources ==		== Sources ==
	[https://www.sony.com/en/ Sony]		[https://www.sony.com/en/ Sony]

Romanio0089 at 16:51, 24 January 2022

2022-01-24T16:51:05Z

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	==Summary==		==Summary==
	The Sony VAIO VGN-BX294VP is a Business-Class notebook computer released by Sony in 2005. ~~Larger versions of this laptop are also available~~.		The Sony VAIO VGN-BX294VP is a Business-Class notebook computer released by Sony in 2005, and they were avaliable in 14.1" or 15.3" display size.

	It ~~includes~~ a 14.1 ~~XGA display with~~ a ~~1024x768 resolution~~.		It came in a silver color. Only the 14.1" version of the VGN-BX has a magnesium alloy case. The 15.4" models have a plastic build.

	~~It came in a silver color~~. ~~Only the 14" version of the VGN~~-~~BX has a magnesium alloy case. The 15.4" models have a plastic build~~.		The Pentium M series with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with these laptops along with Windows XP. They also use DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable.

	~~The Pentium M 740 with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with this laptop along with Windows XP. It also includes DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable.~~		Due to the fact that these laptops were made for businesses, they had multiple business related features : a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.

	Due to the fact that ~~this laptop was~~ made for businesses, ~~its selling points were as follows~~ : a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.

	==Detailed Specs==		==Detailed Specs==
	'''Processor''' : Intel Pentium M 740~~, 1.73 GHz (VGN-BX294VP)~~		'''Processor''' : Intel Pentium M 740 up to 780

	'''Graphics''' : Intel GMA 900 with up to 128MB shared ~~main~~ memory		'''Graphics''' : Intel GMA 900 with up to 128MB of shared memory

	'''RAM''' : ~~512MB~~ DDR2 SDRAM (533MHz), Not Soldered		'''RAM''' : DDR2 SDRAM (533MHz), Not Soldered

	'''Display''' : 14.1 XGA (1024x768) X-Black LCD, Glossy		'''Display''' : 14.1 XGA (1024x768) X-Black LCD, Glossy

	'''Storage''' : ~~100GB~~ HDD		'''Storage''' : 2.5" SATA HDD

	'''Wireless''' : 802.11b/g Wireless LAN		'''Wireless''' : 802.11b/g Wireless LAN

Romanio0089 at 16:44, 24 January 2022

2022-01-24T16:44:48Z

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	==Summary==		==Summary==
	The Sony VAIO VGN-BX294VP is a Business-Class ~~Notebook~~ released by Sony in 2005. Larger versions of this laptop are also available.		The Sony VAIO VGN-BX294VP is a Business-Class notebook computer released by Sony in 2005. Larger versions of this laptop are also available.

	It includes a 14.1 XGA display with a 1024x768 resolution.		It includes a 14.1 XGA display with a 1024x768 resolution.

Romanio0089 at 16:44, 24 January 2022

2022-01-24T16:44:32Z

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	The Sony VAIO VGN-BX294VP is a Business-Class Notebook released by Sony in 2005. Larger versions of this laptop are also available.		The Sony VAIO VGN-BX294VP is a Business-Class Notebook released by Sony in 2005. Larger versions of this laptop are also available.

	It includes a 14.1 XGA display with a 1024x768 resolution.		It includes a 14.1 XGA display with a 1024x768 resolution.

	It came in a silver ~~colour, bodied in~~ a ~~Magnesium-Alloy~~ case. The ~~Pentium M 740 with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with this laptop along with Windows XP~~. ~~It also includes 512MB of DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable~~.		It came in a silver color. Only the 14" version of the VGN-BX has a magnesium alloy case. The 15.4" models have a plastic build.

	Due to the fact that this laptop was made for ~~Businesses~~, its selling points were as follows: A Trusted Platform Module (TPM), ~~The~~ Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, ~~An Optional~~ Built-in Camera and Gigabit Ethernet.		The Pentium M 740 with Intel GMA 900 graphics was included with this laptop along with Windows XP. It also includes DDR2 SDRAM which is user-replaceable.

			Due to the fact that this laptop was made for businesses, its selling points were as follows : a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Biometric Fingerprint Sensor, HDD Password Protection, an optional Built-in Camera, a modular bay, and Gigabit Ethernet.

	==Detailed Specs==		==Detailed Specs==
	'''Processor''' : Intel Pentium M 740, 1.73 GHz		'''Processor''' : Intel Pentium M 740, 1.73 GHz (VGN-BX294VP)

	'''Graphics''' : Intel GMA 900 with up to 128MB shared main memory		'''Graphics''' : Intel GMA 900 with up to 128MB shared main memory
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	==Downloads==		==Downloads==
	Follow our [[~~Download~~ Drivers\|guide]] to download and install drivers.		Follow our [[Drivers Downloading Guides\|guide]] to download and install drivers.

	== Sources ==		== Sources ==
	[https://www.sony.com/en/ Sony]		[https://www.sony.com/en/ Sony]