VGN-G - Revision history

StarX at 18:51, 1 November 2025

2025-11-01T18:51:35Z

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	'''RAM:''' 1 GB DDR2 on-board, 1x SODIMM slot up to 3GB RAM total		'''RAM:''' 1 GB DDR2 on-board, 1x SODIMM slot up to 3GB RAM total

	'''Storage:''' 100GB ~~2,5~~" HDD		'''Storage:''' 100GB 1.8" ZIF IDE HDD

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

StarX: /* Detailed Specs */

2025-11-01T18:49:27Z

Detailed Specs

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	'''Display:''' 12,1", 4:3, 1024 x 768		'''Display:''' 12,1", 4:3, 1024 x 768

	'''RAM:''' 1 GB DDR2 on-board, 1x SODIMM slot up to 3GB RAM		'''RAM:''' 1 GB DDR2 on-board, 1x SODIMM slot up to 3GB RAM total

	'''Storage:''' 100GB 2,5" HDD		'''Storage:''' 100GB 2,5" HDD

StarX: /* Detailed Specs */

2025-11-01T18:49:19Z

Detailed Specs

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	'''Display:''' 12,1", 4:3, 1024 x 768		'''Display:''' 12,1", 4:3, 1024 x 768

	'''RAM:''' 1 GB DDR2		'''RAM:''' 1 GB DDR2 on-board, 1x SODIMM slot up to 3GB RAM

	'''Storage:''' 100GB 2,5" HDD		'''Storage:''' 100GB 2,5" HDD

Laki2 at 12:59, 6 August 2023

2023-08-06T12:59:55Z

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	With the increase of resources modern programs use, using the VGN-G could be difficult. Though upgrading the Ram and installing an SSD, as well as using Linux with a lightweight desktop environment, can be done to increase its usability. If done this laptop can still prove to be a nice work machine while you are on the go. But keep in mind that the original batteries have lost capacity over the years and you probably wont see 8 hours of battery, especially with the more resource-eating modern programs and operating systems.		With the increase of resources modern programs use, using the VGN-G could be difficult. Though upgrading the Ram and installing an SSD, as well as using Linux with a lightweight desktop environment, can be done to increase its usability. If done this laptop can still prove to be a nice work machine while you are on the go. But keep in mind that the original batteries have lost capacity over the years and you probably wont see 8 hours of battery, especially with the more resource-eating modern programs and operating systems.
	==Resources==		==Resources==
	~~This section is WIP, content will follow shortly~~		[http://www.thg.ru/mobile/business_note_2008/sony_vaio_vgn-g21xp.html Useful VGN-G website]
	==Downloads==		==Downloads==
	This section is WIP, content will follow shortly		This section is WIP, content will follow shortly
	==Sources==		==Sources==
	[https://www.chip.de/test/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G21XP-Notebook-Test_139940688.html Chip] and [https://www.notebookcheck.com/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G-Serie.10610.0.html Notebookcheck]		[https://www.chip.de/test/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G21XP-Notebook-Test_139940688.html Chip] and [https://www.notebookcheck.com/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G-Serie.10610.0.html Notebookcheck]

Laki2: Added Images

2023-08-06T12:55:53Z

Added Images

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
			[[File:VGN-G.png\|thumb\|349x349px\|VGN-G in Black]]
	Going into the year 2007 Sony launched the VAIO VGN-G Series as a ultraportable Subnotebook. With a bright 12,1", 4:3 display and 8,5 hours of battery life, it was targeted at Businessmen and -women, who need a small and lightweight machine that could last a few hours on e.g. a train ride. The VGN-G series achieved this by utilizing a high quality case with carbon fibre parts that increased its strength. In addition to that the Notebook was equipped with motion sensors that could detect rapid accelration to turn off the Hard Drive in order to prevent damage or data loss. Depending on optional extras the VGN-G could weight between 1,1 and 1,2 kg. This made it small and light enough to fit in any regular briefcase.		Going into the year 2007 Sony launched the VAIO VGN-G Series as a ultraportable Subnotebook. With a bright 12,1", 4:3 display and 8,5 hours of battery life, it was targeted at Businessmen and -women, who need a small and lightweight machine that could last a few hours on e.g. a train ride. The VGN-G series achieved this by utilizing a high quality case with carbon fibre parts that increased its strength. In addition to that the Notebook was equipped with motion sensors that could detect rapid accelration to turn off the Hard Drive in order to prevent damage or data loss. Depending on optional extras the VGN-G could weight between 1,1 and 1,2 kg. This made it small and light enough to fit in any regular briefcase.
			[[File:Vgn-g Keyboard.png\|thumb\|315x315px\|VGN-G Keyboard]]
	Sadly, this portability came at the cost of low performance. While the U-series Core 2 Duo and -Solo used minimal energy, they weren't very powerful. In combination with only 1 GB of memory and the Intel GMA 950 iGPU the VGN-G Series was just able to run office and productivity applications, leaving no headroom for 3D-accelerated games or graphics programs. Being sold with Windows XP professional meant that more resources could go to the users applications, instead of the operating system.		Sadly, this portability came at the cost of low performance. While the U-series Core 2 Duo and -Solo used minimal energy, they weren't very powerful. In combination with only 1 GB of memory and the Intel GMA 950 iGPU the VGN-G Series was just able to run office and productivity applications, leaving no headroom for 3D-accelerated games or graphics programs. Being sold with Windows XP professional meant that more resources could go to the users applications, instead of the operating system. Another big downside was lack in connectivity. Coming with a DL-DVD-Burner, 300 Mbps Wifi, 1 Gbps Ethernet, a Modem, two USB 2.0 ports, Bluetooth and a VGA port. Equipment like a Webcam and HDMI port were not available. Though, as common with Sony Laptops, a fingerprint sensor and ExpansionCard slot could be had on the VGN-G series.
	Another big downside was lack in connectivity. Coming with a DL-DVD-Burner, 300 Mbps Wifi, 1 Gbps Ethernet, a Modem, two USB 2.0 ports, Bluetooth and a VGA port. Equipment like a Webcam and HDMI port were not available. Though, as common with Sony Laptops, a fingerprint sensor and ExpansionCard slot could be had on the VGN-G series.

	In conclusion the Sony VAIO VGN-G was an excellent lightweight laptop which excelled in mobile work, while sacrificing performance and connectivity to do so. This meant that most of these laptops where mostly sold to business which could spare the ~1800€ MSRP.		In conclusion the Sony VAIO VGN-G was an excellent lightweight laptop which excelled in mobile work, while sacrificing performance and connectivity to do so. This meant that most of these laptops where mostly sold to business which could spare the ~1800€ MSRP.

	==Detailed Specs==		==Detailed Specs==
	'''Processor:''' Intel Core 2 U7500, Intel Core Solo U1500		'''Processor:''' Intel Core 2 Duo U7500, Intel Core Solo U1500

	'''Graphics:''' Intel GMA 950		'''Graphics:''' Intel GMA 950

Laki2: spelling XD

2023-08-06T12:48:05Z

spelling XD

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	Going into the year 2007 Sony launched the VAIO VGN-G Series as a ultraportable Subnotebook. With a bright 12,1", 4:3 display and 8,5 hours of battery life, it was targeted at Businessmen and -women, who need a small and lightweight ~~maschine~~ that could last a few hours on e.g. a train ride. The VGN-G series ~~achived~~ this by utilizing a high quality case with ~~carbonfibre~~ parts that increased its strength. In addition to that the Notebook was equipped with motion sensors that could detect rapid ~~acceration~~ to turn off the Hard Drive in order to prevent damage or data loss. Depending on ~~optinal~~ extras the VGN-G could weight between 1,1 and 1,2 kg. This made it small and light enough to fit in any regular briefcase.		Going into the year 2007 Sony launched the VAIO VGN-G Series as a ultraportable Subnotebook. With a bright 12,1", 4:3 display and 8,5 hours of battery life, it was targeted at Businessmen and -women, who need a small and lightweight machine that could last a few hours on e.g. a train ride. The VGN-G series achieved this by utilizing a high quality case with carbon fibre parts that increased its strength. In addition to that the Notebook was equipped with motion sensors that could detect rapid accelration to turn off the Hard Drive in order to prevent damage or data loss. Depending on optional extras the VGN-G could weight between 1,1 and 1,2 kg. This made it small and light enough to fit in any regular briefcase.

	Sadly, this portability came at the cost of low performance. While the U-series Core 2 Duo and -Solo used minimal energy, they ~~werent~~ very ~~powerfull~~. In combination with only 1 GB of memory and the Intel GMA 950 iGPU the VGN-G Series was just able to run office and productivity applications, leaving no headroom for 3D-~~accerated~~ games or graphics ~~programms~~. Being sold with Windows XP professional ~~ment~~ that more resources could go to the users applications, instead of the operating system.		Sadly, this portability came at the cost of low performance. While the U-series Core 2 Duo and -Solo used minimal energy, they weren't very powerful. In combination with only 1 GB of memory and the Intel GMA 950 iGPU the VGN-G Series was just able to run office and productivity applications, leaving no headroom for 3D-accelerated games or graphics programs. Being sold with Windows XP professional meant that more resources could go to the users applications, instead of the operating system.
	Another big downside was lack in connectivity. ~~Comming~~ with a DL-DVD-Burner, 300 Mbps Wifi, 1 Gbps Ethernet, a Modem, two USB 2.0 ports, Bluetooth and a VGA port. ~~Equippment~~ like a Webcam and HDMI port were not available. Though, as common with Sony Laptops, a ~~fingerprintsensor~~ and ExpansionCard slot could be had on the VGN-G series.		Another big downside was lack in connectivity. Coming with a DL-DVD-Burner, 300 Mbps Wifi, 1 Gbps Ethernet, a Modem, two USB 2.0 ports, Bluetooth and a VGA port. Equipment like a Webcam and HDMI port were not available. Though, as common with Sony Laptops, a fingerprint sensor and ExpansionCard slot could be had on the VGN-G series.

	In conclusion the Sony VAIO VGN-G was an ~~excelent~~ lightweight laptop which excelled in mobile work, while ~~sacreficing~~ performance and connectivity to do so. This meant that most of these laptops where mostly sold to business which could spare the ~1800€ MSRP.		In conclusion the Sony VAIO VGN-G was an excellent lightweight laptop which excelled in mobile work, while sacrificing performance and connectivity to do so. This meant that most of these laptops where mostly sold to business which could spare the ~1800€ MSRP.

	==Detailed Specs==		==Detailed Specs==
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	==Daily Usage Today==		==Daily Usage Today==
	With the increase of resources modern ~~programms~~ use, using the VGN-G could be difficult. Though upgrading the Ram and installing an SSD, as well as using Linux with a lightweight desktop ~~enviorment~~, can be done to increase its usability. If done this laptop can still prove to be a nice work ~~maschine~~ while you are on the go. But keep in mind that the original batteries have lost capacity over the years and you probably wont see 8 hours of battery, especially with the more ~~resouce~~-eating modern ~~programms~~ and operating systems.		With the increase of resources modern programs use, using the VGN-G could be difficult. Though upgrading the Ram and installing an SSD, as well as using Linux with a lightweight desktop environment, can be done to increase its usability. If done this laptop can still prove to be a nice work machine while you are on the go. But keep in mind that the original batteries have lost capacity over the years and you probably wont see 8 hours of battery, especially with the more resource-eating modern programs and operating systems.
	==Resources==		==Resources==
	This section is WIP, content will follow shortly		This section is WIP, content will follow shortly

Maxi at 10:28, 26 January 2023

2023-01-26T10:28:58Z

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	With the increase of resources modern programms use, using the VGN-G could be difficult. Though upgrading the Ram and installing an SSD, as well as using Linux with a lightweight desktop enviorment, can be done to increase its usability. If done this laptop can still prove to be a nice work maschine while you are on the go. But keep in mind that the original batteries have lost capacity over the years and you probably wont see 8 hours of battery, especially with the more resouce-eating modern programms and operating systems.		With the increase of resources modern programms use, using the VGN-G could be difficult. Though upgrading the Ram and installing an SSD, as well as using Linux with a lightweight desktop enviorment, can be done to increase its usability. If done this laptop can still prove to be a nice work maschine while you are on the go. But keep in mind that the original batteries have lost capacity over the years and you probably wont see 8 hours of battery, especially with the more resouce-eating modern programms and operating systems.
	==Resources==		==Resources==
			This section is WIP, content will follow shortly
	==Downloads==		==Downloads==
			This section is WIP, content will follow shortly
	==Sources==		==Sources==
	[https://www.chip.de/test/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G21XP-Notebook-Test_139940688.html Chip] and [https://www.notebookcheck.com/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G-Serie.10610.0.html Notebookcheck]		[https://www.chip.de/test/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G21XP-Notebook-Test_139940688.html Chip] and [https://www.notebookcheck.com/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G-Serie.10610.0.html Notebookcheck]

Maxi at 10:27, 26 January 2023

2023-01-26T10:27:49Z

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	==Daily Usage Today==		==Daily Usage Today==
			With the increase of resources modern programms use, using the VGN-G could be difficult. Though upgrading the Ram and installing an SSD, as well as using Linux with a lightweight desktop enviorment, can be done to increase its usability. If done this laptop can still prove to be a nice work maschine while you are on the go. But keep in mind that the original batteries have lost capacity over the years and you probably wont see 8 hours of battery, especially with the more resouce-eating modern programms and operating systems.
	==Resources==		==Resources==

Maxi at 10:22, 26 January 2023

2023-01-26T10:22:38Z

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	==Sources==		==Sources==
			[https://www.chip.de/test/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G21XP-Notebook-Test_139940688.html Chip] and [https://www.notebookcheck.com/Sony-Vaio-VGN-G-Serie.10610.0.html Notebookcheck]

Maxi at 10:21, 26 January 2023

2023-01-26T10:21:11Z

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	Another big downside was lack in connectivity. Comming with a DL-DVD-Burner, 300 Mbps Wifi, 1 Gbps Ethernet, a Modem, two USB 2.0 ports, Bluetooth and a VGA port. Equippment like a Webcam and HDMI port were not available. Though, as common with Sony Laptops, a fingerprintsensor and ExpansionCard slot could be had on the VGN-G series.		Another big downside was lack in connectivity. Comming with a DL-DVD-Burner, 300 Mbps Wifi, 1 Gbps Ethernet, a Modem, two USB 2.0 ports, Bluetooth and a VGA port. Equippment like a Webcam and HDMI port were not available. Though, as common with Sony Laptops, a fingerprintsensor and ExpansionCard slot could be had on the VGN-G series.

	In conclusion the Sony VAIO VGN-G was an excelent lightweight laptop which excelled in mobile work, while sacreficing performance and connectivity to do so. This meant that most of these laptops where sold to business which could spare the ~1800€ MSRP.		In conclusion the Sony VAIO VGN-G was an excelent lightweight laptop which excelled in mobile work, while sacreficing performance and connectivity to do so. This meant that most of these laptops where mostly sold to business which could spare the ~1800€ MSRP.

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