VGN-FW - Revision history

StarX: /* Overview */

2025-06-04T21:23:48Z

Overview

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	[[File:VAIO FW Futuristic Upscaled.jpg\|thumb\|"Gaming" Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]		[[File:VAIO FW Futuristic Upscaled.jpg\|thumb\|"Gaming" Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]

	The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4570/4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that. As usual for Sony, they also featured a Blu-Ray drive on mid and high end models, either a reader or Blu-Ray writer on higher end models.		The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4570/4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that. As usual for Sony, they also featured a Blu-Ray drive on mid and high end models, either a reader or Blu-Ray writer on higher end models. Japanese FWs would also include an optional TV tuner, as well as an infrared remote.
	[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]		[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]
	They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models, only on some models the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic design on the lid, known as "Gaming" by Sony. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There were also white models sold only in Japan, as well as "Chocolate Brown" FWs, featuring a brown lid and black palmrest.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB, so you could fill them with 2 4GB sticks that could break your bank, and later high-end FWs would actually offer this as an option. Earlier models shipped with Windows Vista while later models shipped with Windows 7.		They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models, only on some models the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic design on the lid, known as "Gaming" by Sony. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There were also white models sold only in Japan, as well as "Chocolate Brown" FWs, featuring a brown lid and black palmrest.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB, so you could fill them with 2 4GB sticks that could break your bank, and later high-end FWs would actually offer this as an option. Earlier models shipped with Windows Vista while later models shipped with Windows 7.

StarX: /* Overview */

2025-01-27T11:24:21Z

Overview

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	== Overview ==		== Overview ==
	The Sony VAIO VGN-FW series is a mid to high-end mainstream laptop computer range that was released by Sony in 2008. They were designed for home entertainment use.[[File:VAIO FW Nebula Upscaled.png\|thumb\|Nebula Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]		The Sony VAIO VGN-FW series is a mid to high-end mainstream laptop computer range that was released by Sony in 2008. They were designed for home entertainment use.[[File:VAIO FW Nebula Upscaled.png\|thumb\|Nebula Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]
	[[File:VAIO FW Futuristic Upscaled.jpg\|thumb\|~~Futuristic~~ Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]		[[File:VAIO FW Futuristic Upscaled.jpg\|thumb\|"Gaming" Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]

	The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that. As usual for Sony, they also featured a Blu-Ray drive, either a reader or Blu-Ray writer on higher end models.		The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4570/4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that. As usual for Sony, they also featured a Blu-Ray drive on mid and high end models, either a reader or Blu-Ray writer on higher end models.
	[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]		[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]
	They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models, only on some models the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic lid. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There were also white models ~~and black models with brown lid that appear~~ only in Japan, ~~so we can assume they were only sold there~~.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB, so you could fill them with 2 4GB sticks that could break your bank. Earlier models shipped with Windows Vista while later models shipped with Windows 7.		They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models, only on some models the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic design on the lid, known as "Gaming" by Sony. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There were also white models sold only in Japan, as well as "Chocolate Brown" FWs, featuring a brown lid and black palmrest.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB, so you could fill them with 2 4GB sticks that could break your bank, and later high-end FWs would actually offer this as an option. Earlier models shipped with Windows Vista while later models shipped with Windows 7.
	No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.		No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.

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	'''RAM:''' DDR2 (2 slots, upgradable to 8GB)		'''RAM:''' DDR2 (2 slots, upgradable to 8GB)

	'''Display:''' 1600x900, or 1920x1080 16.4" widescreen Sony X-Black CCFL LCD		'''Display:''' 1600x900, or 1920x1080 16.4" widescreen Sony X-Black dual-lamp CCFL LCD

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

StarX: /* Detailed Specs */

2024-12-02T17:43:38Z

Detailed Specs

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	'''Processor:''' "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo (not soldered)		'''Processor:''' "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo (not soldered)

	'''Graphics:''' Intel GMA X4500MHD or ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470, HD 3650, or HD 4650		'''Graphics:''' Intel GMA X4500MHD or ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470, HD 3650, or HD 4650/4570

	'''RAM:''' DDR2 (2 slots, upgradable to 8GB)		'''RAM:''' DDR2 (2 slots, upgradable to 8GB)

StarX: /* Overview */

2024-09-03T01:09:35Z

Overview

Laki2 at 11:57, 19 July 2024

2024-07-19T11:57:03Z

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	[[File:Sony VAIO VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Standard Silver VGN-FW]]		[[File:Sony VAIO VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Standard Silver VGN-FW]]
			[[File:VAIO VGN-FW in silver.jpg\|alt=VAIO VGN-FW in silver\|thumb\|VAIO VGN-FW in silver]]

	== Overview ==		== Overview ==
	The Sony VAIO VGN-FW series is a mid to high-end mainstream laptop computer range that was released by Sony in 2008. They were designed for home entertainment use.[[File:VAIO FW Nebula Upscaled.png\|thumb\|Nebula Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]		The Sony VAIO VGN-FW series is a mid to high-end mainstream laptop computer range that was released by Sony in 2008. They were designed for home entertainment use.[[File:VAIO FW Nebula Upscaled.png\|thumb\|Nebula Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]

Atr303: /* Overview */

2023-12-05T19:58:37Z

Overview

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	[[File:Sony VAIO VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Standard Silver VGN-FW]]		[[File:Sony VAIO VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Standard Silver VGN-FW]]
	== Overview ==		== Overview ==
	The Sony VAIO VGN-FW series is a mid to high-end mainstream laptop computer range that was released by Sony in 2008. They were ~~mostly intended~~ for home use.[[File:VAIO FW Nebula Upscaled.png\|thumb\|Nebula Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]		The Sony VAIO VGN-FW series is a mid to high-end mainstream laptop computer range that was released by Sony in 2008. They were designed for home entertainment use.[[File:VAIO FW Nebula Upscaled.png\|thumb\|Nebula Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]
	[[File:VAIO FW Futuristic Upscaled.jpg\|thumb\|Futuristic Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]		[[File:VAIO FW Futuristic Upscaled.jpg\|thumb\|Futuristic Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]

	The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that.		The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that.
	[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]		[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]
	They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models, only on some models the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic lid. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There was also white models that appear only in Japan, so we can assume they were only sold there.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB~~. Good luck finding~~ 4GB sticks ~~of DDR2! They~~ shipped with Windows Vista ~~and~~ Windows 7~~, but the latter was way more common~~.		They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models, only on some models the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic lid. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There was also white models and blacks models with brown lid that appear only in Japan, so we can assume they were only sold there.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB, so you could fill them with 2 4GB sticks that could break your bank. Earlier models shipped with Windows Vista while later models shipped with Windows 7.
	No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.		No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.

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	'''Graphics:''' ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470, HD 3650, or HD 4650		'''Graphics:''' ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470, HD 3650, or HD 4650

	'''RAM:''' DDR2 (~~not soldered) (~~upgradable to 8GB)		'''RAM:''' DDR2 (2 slots, upgradable to 8GB)

	'''Display:''' 1600x900, or 1920x1080 16.4" widescreen Sony X-Black LCD		'''Display:''' 1600x900, or 1920x1080 16.4" widescreen Sony X-Black LCD

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

			'''OS:''' Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium/Ultimate (2008 models) or Windows 7 Home Premium/Professional (2009 models)

	'''Weight:''' 3.1 kg		'''Weight:''' 3.1 kg

Laki2 at 16:52, 28 October 2023

2023-10-28T16:52:30Z

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	[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2UtFD8Py8U Hands-on With The Sony VAIO FW Signature Collection VGN-FW590FFD], by sonyinsider		[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2UtFD8Py8U Hands-on With The Sony VAIO FW Signature Collection VGN-FW590FFD], by sonyinsider

			[https://archive.org/details/vgn-fw_recovery VGN-FW Recovery Disks] --> These are model locked. Please use SVRP to unlock them, which can be found on the menu of the site.

	==Downloads==		==Downloads==

Laki2: Mistake

2023-06-22T10:24:29Z

Mistake

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	The VAIO Library recommends to upgrade the HDD to an SSD, and to upgrade the RAM to at least 4GB, or 8GB if you want to break the bank.		The VAIO Library recommends to upgrade the HDD to an SSD, and to upgrade the RAM to at least 4GB, or 8GB if you want to break the bank.

	== ~~Ressources~~ ==		== Resources ==
	YouTube videos:		YouTube videos:

Romanio0089 at 10:02, 7 December 2022

2022-12-07T10:02:12Z

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	The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that.		The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that.
	[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]		[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]
	They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models~~. Only~~ the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that ~~the rarer black models and~~ the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic lid. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There was also white models that appear only in Japan, so we can assume they were only sold there.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB. Good luck finding 4GB sticks of DDR2 ! They shipped with Windows Vista and Windows 7, but the latter was way more common.		They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models, only on some models the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic lid. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There was also white models that appear only in Japan, so we can assume they were only sold there.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB. Good luck finding 4GB sticks of DDR2! They shipped with Windows Vista and Windows 7, but the latter was way more common.
	No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.		No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.

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

	'''Processor :''' "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo (not soldered)		'''Processor:''' "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo (not soldered)

	'''Graphics :''' ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470, HD 3650, or HD 4650		'''Graphics:''' ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470, HD 3650, or HD 4650

	'''RAM :''' DDR2 (not soldered) (upgradable to 8GB)		'''RAM:''' DDR2 (not soldered) (upgradable to 8GB)

	'''Display :''' 1600x900, or 1920x1080 16.4" widescreen Sony X-Black LCD		'''Display:''' 1600x900, or 1920x1080 16.4" widescreen Sony X-Black LCD

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

	'''Weight :''' 3.1 kg		'''Weight:''' 3.1 kg

	== Daily Usage Today ==		== Daily Usage Today ==
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	== Ressources ==		== Ressources ==
	YouTube videos :		YouTube videos:

	[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZzSyaR1_SM The VAIO FW Wins Over Mother and Son in Microsoft Commercial], by Sony		[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZzSyaR1_SM The VAIO FW Wins Over Mother and Son in Microsoft Commercial], by Sony

Romanio0089 at 15:33, 25 April 2022

2022-04-25T15:33:26Z

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	The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that.		The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that.
	[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]		[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]
	They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models. Only the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the rarer black models and the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic lid. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There was also white models that appear only in Japan, so we can assume they were only sold there.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM ~~that are upgradable~~ up to 8GB. Good luck finding 4GB sticks of DDR2 ! They shipped with Windows Vista and Windows 7, but the latter was way more common.		They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models. Only the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the rarer black models and the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic lid. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There was also white models that appear only in Japan, so we can assume they were only sold there.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB. Good luck finding 4GB sticks of DDR2 ! They shipped with Windows Vista and Windows 7, but the latter was way more common.
	No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.		No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.

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	[[File:VAIO FW Futuristic Upscaled.jpg\|thumb\|Futuristic Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]		[[File:VAIO FW Futuristic Upscaled.jpg\|thumb\|Futuristic Signature Edition VGN-FW (upscaled)]]

	The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that.		The FW series were one of the first laptops that featured 1080p widescreen LCDs on certain models. They include "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and a optional middle-class ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470/3650 that were later replaced by the HD 4650. At the time, people wanted the FW to have a better, higher-end GPU, however Sony didn't offer that. As usual for Sony, they also featured a Blu-Ray drive, either a reader or Blu-Ray writer on higher end models.
	[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]		[[File:White VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|White VGN-FW from Japan]]
	They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models, only on some models the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic lid. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There ~~was~~ also white models and ~~blacks~~ models with brown lid that appear only in Japan, so we can assume they were only sold there.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB, so you could fill them with 2 4GB sticks that could break your bank. Earlier models shipped with Windows Vista while later models shipped with Windows 7.		They featured Sony's iconic cylinder design power button, and were mostly built out of plastic for the common silver models, only on some models the lid was made of magnesium. However, Sony offered Signature and black variants that are so rare, we couldn't find any reviews about them. It is possible that the Nebula Signature editions are made of a metal build instead of plastic. The second Signature Edition that was offered was a standard FW with a special futuristic lid. The lid has a glossy finish, and the rest of the device is just a standard silver FW. There were also white models and black models with brown lid that appear only in Japan, so we can assume they were only sold there.[[File:Black VGN-FW.jpg\|thumb\|Black VGN-FW from Japan]]The FW series run on DDR2 RAM with support up to 8GB, so you could fill them with 2 4GB sticks that could break your bank. Earlier models shipped with Windows Vista while later models shipped with Windows 7.
	No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.		No special security features or a fingerprint sensor were included, which makes sense for a laptop intended for home use.

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	'''Processor:''' "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo (not soldered)		'''Processor:''' "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo (not soldered)

	'''Graphics:''' ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470, HD 3650, or HD 4650		'''Graphics:''' Intel GMA X4500MHD or ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470, HD 3650, or HD 4650

	'''RAM:''' DDR2 (2 slots, upgradable to 8GB)		'''RAM:''' DDR2 (2 slots, upgradable to 8GB)

	'''Display:''' 1600x900, or 1920x1080 16.4" widescreen Sony X-Black LCD		'''Display:''' 1600x900, or 1920x1080 16.4" widescreen Sony X-Black CCFL LCD

	'''Storage:''' 2.5" SATA		'''Storage:''' 2.5" SATA
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	== Daily Usage Today ==		== Daily Usage Today ==
	The FW series is still very usable today. Depending on your model of dedicated GPU, you can do some very light gaming. Otherwise, they are excellent for content consumption, especially the models with the 1080p display. Web browsing and office tasks are easily done on these machines. Windows 11 runs correctly, however operating systems like Windows 7 or Linux are the best choices for these devices.		The FW series is still very usable today. Depending on your model of dedicated GPU, you can do some very light gaming or play older games. Otherwise, they are excellent for content consumption, especially the models with the 1080p display. Web browsing and office tasks are easily done on these machines. Windows 11 runs correctly, however operating systems like Windows 7 or Linux are the best choices for these devices. However, Windows 10 will be usable with an SSD upgrade, especially if you have an ATI variant. Core 2 Quad upgrades are also possible on this model, with 2 modifications just like on the AW (guide coming soon)

	The VAIO Library recommends to upgrade the HDD to an SSD, and to upgrade the RAM to at least 4GB, or 8GB if you want to break the bank.		The VAIO Library recommends to upgrade the HDD to an SSD, and to upgrade the RAM to at least 4GB, or 8GB if you want to break the bank.