VGN-TZ - Revision history

StarX at 12:57, 14 May 2025

2025-05-14T12:57:38Z

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	'''Display:''' 11.1" wide TFT color LCD (Anti reflective coating) WXGA 1366 x 768 pixels		'''Display:''' 11.1" wide TFT color LCD (Anti reflective coating) WXGA 1366 x 768 pixels

	'''Storage:''' 80GB, 100GB, 120GB SATA HDD (4200RPM), 64GB SSD		'''Storage:''' 80GB, 100GB, 120GB 1.8" SATA HDD (4200RPM), 64GB SSD + 2.5" SATA HDD in place of optical drive
	[[File:Tz colors.png\|thumb\|All standard colour combinations of the VGN-TZ]]		[[File:Tz colors.png\|thumb\|All standard colour combinations of the VGN-TZ]]
	[[File:Anniversary VGN-TZ.png\|alt=Anniversary VGN-TZ\|thumb\|Anniversary VGN-TZ]]		[[File:Anniversary VGN-TZ.png\|alt=Anniversary VGN-TZ\|thumb\|Anniversary VGN-TZ]]
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	== Daily Usage Today ==		== Daily Usage Today ==
	[[File:Front of the Anniversary edition.png\|alt=Front of the Anniversary edition\|thumb\|Front of the Anniversary edition]]		[[File:Front of the Anniversary edition.png\|alt=Front of the Anniversary edition\|thumb\|Front of the Anniversary edition]]
	The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still usable today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. Due to the low 2GB RAM, it's unlikely to run modern Windows operating systems very well, and also struggles with running the modern web, although it is manageable with a lightweight OS such as Linux. You will need an SSD to get the TZ running decently, which can be done for ~~quite~~ cheap using a ZIF to mSATA adapter, however the BIOS limits the speed to 33MB/s. This can be fixed with some workarounds but they are only for Windows.		The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still usable today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. Due to the low 2GB RAM, it's unlikely to run modern Windows operating systems very well, and also struggles with running the modern web, although it is manageable with a lightweight OS such as Linux. You will need an SSD to get the TZ running decently, which can be done for cheap using a ZIF to mSATA adapter, however the BIOS limits the speed to 33MB/s. This can be fixed with some workarounds but they are only for Windows, so the best option is a proper IDE SSD. Installing a ZIF adapter in the VAIO will also need a plastic piece installed in between the cable and connector to make the cable thicker, as the flex cable on the VAIO is too thin to make proper contact with most SSD adapters.

	~~SSD upgrades can be done for very cheap with an mSATA to~~ ZIF adapter~~, however one issue is that~~ the ~~SSD is limited~~ to ~~33MB/s (BIOS issue~~, ~~not~~ the ~~fault of~~ the ~~adapter), there are workarounds however they are only for Windows, so the TZ might work better~~ with ~~a proper IDE~~ SSD.

	Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it isn't very common due to its high launch price.		Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it isn't very common due to its high launch price.
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	[https://archive.org/details/vgn-tz_recovery VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ31MN) (VAIO Library upload) Recovery WIM]		[https://archive.org/details/vgn-tz_recovery VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ31MN) (VAIO Library upload) Recovery WIM]

	'''NOTE: These will work on only the specified model''', for example, VGN-TZ21WN recovery discs won't work on a VGN-TZ31MN. Please see the Compatibility Problems section on the [[Recovery Discs]] page for more ~~informations~~.		'''NOTE: These will work on only the specified model''', for example, VGN-TZ21WN recovery discs won't work on a VGN-TZ31MN. Please see the Compatibility Problems section on the [[Recovery Discs]] page for more information.

	Follow our [[Drivers Downloading Guides\|guides]] to download and install drivers.		Follow our [[Drivers Downloading Guides\|guides]] to download and install drivers.
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	[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZlimited/ More VAIO VGN-TZ Anniversary edition info]		[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZlimited/ More VAIO VGN-TZ Anniversary edition info]

			[https://www.nbrchive.net/xfa/vaio-sony.8/VAIO%20TZ%20Guide%20for%20SSD%20install%20or%20upgrade/ VGN-TZ SSD 33MB/s limit workaround (Windows only)]

	==Credits==		==Credits==

	[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ1/spec_retail.html#first Sony] [https://www.inversenet.co.jp/pclist/product/SONY-note/VGN%252DTZ73B.html Inversenet] [http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ4/spec_vom1.html Sony] [https://www.cnet.com/reviews/sony-vaio-tz-review/ CNET] [https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/sony-vaio-vgn-tz31mn-ultra-portable-notebook Trusted Reviews] [https://www.notebookcheck.net/Sony-Vaio-VGN-TZ-Series.10632.0.html Notebookcheck]		[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ1/spec_retail.html#first Sony] [https://www.inversenet.co.jp/pclist/product/SONY-note/VGN%252DTZ73B.html Inversenet] [http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ4/spec_vom1.html Sony] [https://www.cnet.com/reviews/sony-vaio-tz-review/ CNET] [https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/sony-vaio-vgn-tz31mn-ultra-portable-notebook Trusted Reviews] [https://www.notebookcheck.net/Sony-Vaio-VGN-TZ-Series.10632.0.html Notebookcheck]

StarX: /* Detailed Specs */

2024-12-24T01:12:14Z

Detailed Specs

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	The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ was a high end notebook released by Sony in 2007. At the time it was praised by reviewers as the best notebook of the year. It was praised in every way possible, such as luxury design, screen, size and weight, battery life and features, except for performance, which was not the best due to the included ultra-low voltage Core 2 Duo processor and its price which ranged roughly from €1500 to €2700 and the included Sony "bloatware". The TZ came in multiple colours, including a premium carbon fiber option, with only the lid being changed just like with the TX, except for the white version which had a white palmrest. It was named by CNET as "a stunning example of what an ultra-portable laptop should be." This was even the laptop used by Steve Jobs to compare against the Macbook Air in 2008.		The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ was a high end notebook released by Sony in 2007. At the time it was praised by reviewers as the best notebook of the year. It was praised in every way possible, such as luxury design, screen, size and weight, battery life and features, except for performance, which was not the best due to the included ultra-low voltage Core 2 Duo processor and its price which ranged roughly from €1500 to €2700 and the included Sony "bloatware". The TZ came in multiple colours, including a premium carbon fiber option, with only the lid being changed just like with the TX, except for the white version which had a white palmrest. It was named by CNET as "a stunning example of what an ultra-portable laptop should be." This was even the laptop used by Steve Jobs to compare against the Macbook Air in 2008.

	To celebrate the 10th anniversary of VAIO computers, Sony released the VGN-TZ91 505 10th Anniversary Edition, which was supposed to look like the first PCG-505 and came with a specially designed mouse and case. Good luck getting one as only 505 were ~~made~~ in Japan, so they are very rare and almost impossible to find. More information can be found in the Resources tab.		To celebrate the 10th anniversary of VAIO computers, Sony released the VGN-TZ91 505 10th Anniversary Edition, which was supposed to look like the first PCG-505 and came with a specially designed mouse and case. Good luck getting one as only 505 were sold in Japan, so they are very rare and almost impossible to find. More information can be found in the Resources tab.

	== Detailed Specs ==		== Detailed Specs ==
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	'''Chipset:''' Intel 945GMS Express (533MHz)		'''Chipset:''' Intel 945GMS Express (533MHz)

	'''Memory:''' 1 slot DDR2 SDRAM PC2-5300 SO-DIMM Standard: 2GB, Maximum: 2GB (~~According to Sony, probably upgradeable~~)		'''Memory:''' 1 slot DDR2 SDRAM PC2-5300 SO-DIMM Standard: 2GB, Maximum: 2GB (4GB DIMMs not supported)

	'''Display:''' 11.1" wide TFT color LCD (Anti reflective coating) WXGA 1366 x 768 pixels		'''Display:''' 11.1" wide TFT color LCD (Anti reflective coating) WXGA 1366 x 768 pixels
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	== Daily Usage Today ==		== Daily Usage Today ==
	[[File:Front of the Anniversary edition.png\|alt=Front of the Anniversary edition\|thumb\|Front of the Anniversary edition]]		[[File:Front of the Anniversary edition.png\|alt=Front of the Anniversary edition\|thumb\|Front of the Anniversary edition]]
	The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still usable today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. Due to the low 2GB RAM, it's unlikely to run modern Windows operating systems very well, and ~~you~~ will need an SSD to get Windows ~~10 running decent~~. SSD upgrades can be done ~~cheaply~~ with an mSATA to ZIF adapter, however one issue is that the SSD is limited to 33MB/s (BIOS issue, not the fault of the adapter), there are workarounds however they are only for Windows, so the TZ might work better with a proper IDE SSD.		The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still usable today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. Due to the low 2GB RAM, it's unlikely to run modern Windows operating systems very well, and also struggles with running the modern web, although it is manageable with a lightweight OS such as Linux. You will need an SSD to get the TZ running decently, which can be done for quite cheap using a ZIF to mSATA adapter, however the BIOS limits the speed to 33MB/s. This can be fixed with some workarounds but they are only for Windows.

			SSD upgrades can be done for very cheap with an mSATA to ZIF adapter, however one issue is that the SSD is limited to 33MB/s (BIOS issue, not the fault of the adapter), there are workarounds however they are only for Windows, so the TZ might work better with a proper IDE SSD.

	Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it isn't very common due to its high launch price.		Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it isn't very common due to its high launch price.

StarX: /* Daily Usage Today */

2024-12-13T12:31:03Z

Daily Usage Today

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	== Daily Usage Today ==		== Daily Usage Today ==
	[[File:Front of the Anniversary edition.png\|alt=Front of the Anniversary edition\|thumb\|Front of the Anniversary edition]]		[[File:Front of the Anniversary edition.png\|alt=Front of the Anniversary edition\|thumb\|Front of the Anniversary edition]]
	The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still usable today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. Due to the low 2GB RAM, it's unlikely to run modern Windows operating systems very well, and you will need an SSD to get Windows 10 running decent. SSD upgrades can be done cheaply with an mSATA to ZIF adapter.		The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still usable today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. Due to the low 2GB RAM, it's unlikely to run modern Windows operating systems very well, and you will need an SSD to get Windows 10 running decent. SSD upgrades can be done cheaply with an mSATA to ZIF adapter, however one issue is that the SSD is limited to 33MB/s (BIOS issue, not the fault of the adapter), there are workarounds however they are only for Windows, so the TZ might work better with a proper IDE SSD.

	Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it isn't very common due to its high launch price.		Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it isn't very common due to its high launch price.

Alexocc: /* Detailed Specs */

2024-11-10T17:53:07Z

Detailed Specs

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	'''MSRP:''' €1500 to €2700		'''MSRP:''' €1500 to €2700

	'''Original OS:''' Windows Vista (Home Premium, Business or Ultimate)		'''Original OS:''' Windows Vista (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business or Ultimate)

	== Daily Usage Today ==		== Daily Usage Today ==

Alexocc: Minor downloads section edit

2024-11-10T17:52:12Z

Minor downloads section edit

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	==Downloads==		==Downloads==

	[https://archive.org/details/eb-6-e-80-b-6-ec-57312-f-sony-vaio-pcg-4-lp-hard-disk-image-80-gb-00-00 VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ170N) (Whole Disk Image)]		[https://archive.org/details/eb-6-e-80-b-6-ec-57312-f-sony-vaio-pcg-4-lp-hard-disk-image-80-gb-00-00 VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ170N) Whole Disk Image]

	[https://archive.org/details/sonyvaio-vgn-tz21wn-recovery-media-set VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ21WN)]		[https://archive.org/details/sonyvaio-vgn-tz21wn-recovery-media-set VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ21WN) Recovery Discs]

	[https://archive.org/details/vgn-tz_recovery VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ31MN) (VAIO Library upload) (Recovery WIM)]		[https://archive.org/details/vgn-tz_recovery VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ31MN) (VAIO Library upload) Recovery WIM]

			'''NOTE: These will work on only the specified model''', for example, VGN-TZ21WN recovery discs won't work on a VGN-TZ31MN. Please see the Compatibility Problems section on the [[Recovery Discs]] page for more informations.

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

Alexocc at 17:42, 10 November 2024

2024-11-10T17:42:00Z

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	Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it isn't very common due to its high launch price.		Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it isn't very common due to its high launch price.
	== Resources ==
			==Downloads==

			[https://archive.org/details/eb-6-e-80-b-6-ec-57312-f-sony-vaio-pcg-4-lp-hard-disk-image-80-gb-00-00 VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ170N) (Whole Disk Image)]

			[https://archive.org/details/sonyvaio-vgn-tz21wn-recovery-media-set VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ21WN)]

			[https://archive.org/details/vgn-tz_recovery VGN-TZ (VGN-TZ31MN) (VAIO Library upload) (Recovery WIM)]
			==Resources ==

	[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v51TWez3TWA VAIO TZ advert]		[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v51TWez3TWA VAIO TZ advert]
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	[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZlimited/ More VAIO VGN-TZ Anniversary edition info]		[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZlimited/ More VAIO VGN-TZ Anniversary edition info]
	== Credits ==
			==Credits==

	[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ1/spec_retail.html#first Sony] [https://www.inversenet.co.jp/pclist/product/SONY-note/VGN%252DTZ73B.html Inversenet] [http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ4/spec_vom1.html Sony] [https://www.cnet.com/reviews/sony-vaio-tz-review/ CNET] [https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/sony-vaio-vgn-tz31mn-ultra-portable-notebook Trusted Reviews] [https://www.notebookcheck.net/Sony-Vaio-VGN-TZ-Series.10632.0.html Notebookcheck]		[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ1/spec_retail.html#first Sony] [https://www.inversenet.co.jp/pclist/product/SONY-note/VGN%252DTZ73B.html Inversenet] [http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ4/spec_vom1.html Sony] [https://www.cnet.com/reviews/sony-vaio-tz-review/ CNET] [https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/sony-vaio-vgn-tz31mn-ultra-portable-notebook Trusted Reviews] [https://www.notebookcheck.net/Sony-Vaio-VGN-TZ-Series.10632.0.html Notebookcheck]

StarX: /* Overview */

2024-08-04T15:26:42Z

Overview

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	== Overview ==		== Overview ==
	[[File:VAIO VGN-TZ from front.jpg\|thumb\|VAIO VGN-TZ from front]]		[[File:VAIO VGN-TZ from front.jpg\|thumb\|VAIO VGN-TZ from front]]
	The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ was a high end notebook released by Sony in 2007. At the time it was praised by reviewers as the best notebook of the year. It was praised in every way possible, such as luxury design, screen, size and weight, battery life and features, except for performance, which was not the best due to the included ultra-low voltage Core 2 Duo processor and its price which ranged roughly from €1500 to €2700 and the included Sony "bloatware". It was named by CNET as "a stunning example of what an ultra-portable laptop should be."		The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ was a high end notebook released by Sony in 2007. At the time it was praised by reviewers as the best notebook of the year. It was praised in every way possible, such as luxury design, screen, size and weight, battery life and features, except for performance, which was not the best due to the included ultra-low voltage Core 2 Duo processor and its price which ranged roughly from €1500 to €2700 and the included Sony "bloatware". The TZ came in multiple colours, including a premium carbon fiber option, with only the lid being changed just like with the TX, except for the white version which had a white palmrest. It was named by CNET as "a stunning example of what an ultra-portable laptop should be." This was even the laptop used by Steve Jobs to compare against the Macbook Air in 2008.

	~~There was a revision to this laptop specifically~~ the VGN-TZ91~~. It was for the~~ 10th ~~anniversary of VAIO and~~ was supposed to look like the first PCG-505 ~~that~~ came with a specially designed mouse and case. Good luck getting one as only 505 were made in Japan, so they are very rare and almost impossible to find. More information can be found in the Resources tab.		To celebrate the 10th anniversary of VAIO computers, Sony released the VGN-TZ91 505 10th Anniversary Edition, which was supposed to look like the first PCG-505 and came with a specially designed mouse and case. Good luck getting one as only 505 were made in Japan, so they are very rare and almost impossible to find. More information can be found in the Resources tab.

	== Detailed Specs ==		== Detailed Specs ==
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	'''Storage:''' 80GB, 100GB, 120GB SATA HDD (4200RPM), 64GB SSD		'''Storage:''' 80GB, 100GB, 120GB SATA HDD (4200RPM), 64GB SSD
			[[File:Tz colors.png\|thumb\|All standard colour combinations of the VGN-TZ]]
	[[File:Anniversary VGN-TZ.png\|alt=Anniversary VGN-TZ\|thumb\|Anniversary VGN-TZ]]		[[File:Anniversary VGN-TZ.png\|alt=Anniversary VGN-TZ\|thumb\|Anniversary VGN-TZ]]
	'''Weight:''' 1.22kg		'''Weight:''' 1.22kg

StarX: /* Detailed Specs */

2024-07-30T12:00:43Z

Detailed Specs

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	== Detailed Specs ==		== Detailed Specs ==
	[[File:VAIO TZ from behind.jpg\|thumb\|VAIO VGN-TZ from behind]]		[[File:VAIO TZ from behind.jpg\|thumb\|VAIO VGN-TZ from behind]]
	'''Processor:''' Intel Celeron M ULV, Intel Core 2 Duo ULV		'''Processor:''' Intel Celeron M ULV, Intel Core 2 Duo U7500/U7600/U7700 ULV

	'''Graphics:''' Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950		'''Graphics:''' Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
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	'''Chipset:''' Intel 945GMS Express (533MHz)		'''Chipset:''' Intel 945GMS Express (533MHz)

	'''Memory:''' 1 slot DDR2 SDRAM PC2-~~4200~~ SO-DIMM Standard: 2GB, Maximum: 2GB (According to Sony, probably upgradeable)		'''Memory:''' 1 slot DDR2 SDRAM PC2-5300 SO-DIMM Standard: 2GB, Maximum: 2GB (According to Sony, probably upgradeable)

	'''Display:''' 11.1" wide TFT color LCD (Anti reflective coating) WXGA 1366 x 768 pixels		'''Display:''' 11.1" wide TFT color LCD (Anti reflective coating) WXGA 1366 x 768 pixels
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	== Daily Usage Today ==		== Daily Usage Today ==
	[[File:Front of the Anniversary edition.png\|alt=Front of the Anniversary edition\|thumb\|Front of the Anniversary edition]]		[[File:Front of the Anniversary edition.png\|alt=Front of the Anniversary edition\|thumb\|Front of the Anniversary edition]]
	The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still ~~useable~~ today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. ~~Modern~~ operating systems ~~should run fine on this laptops~~, ~~including a patched~~ Windows ~~11 install, if you change the performance settings~~.		The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still usable today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. Due to the low 2GB RAM, it's unlikely to run modern Windows operating systems very well, and you will need an SSD to get Windows 10 running decent. SSD upgrades can be done cheaply with an mSATA to ZIF adapter.

	Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it ~~isnt~~ very common due to its high launch price.		Be prepared to spend a pretty penny on this laptop though, as it isn't very common due to its high launch price.
	== Resources ==		== Resources ==

Laki2: /* Overview */

2023-11-04T11:18:32Z

Overview

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	The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ was a high end notebook released by Sony in 2007. At the time it was praised by reviewers as the best notebook of the year. It was praised in every way possible, such as luxury design, screen, size and weight, battery life and features, except for performance, which was not the best due to the included ultra-low voltage Core 2 Duo processor and its price which ranged roughly from €1500 to €2700 and the included Sony "bloatware". It was named by CNET as "a stunning example of what an ultra-portable laptop should be."		The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ was a high end notebook released by Sony in 2007. At the time it was praised by reviewers as the best notebook of the year. It was praised in every way possible, such as luxury design, screen, size and weight, battery life and features, except for performance, which was not the best due to the included ultra-low voltage Core 2 Duo processor and its price which ranged roughly from €1500 to €2700 and the included Sony "bloatware". It was named by CNET as "a stunning example of what an ultra-portable laptop should be."

	There was a revision to this laptop specifically the VGN-TZ91. It was for the 10th anniversary of VAIO and was supposed to look like the first PCG-505 that came with a specially designed mouse and case. More information can be found in the Resources tab.		There was a revision to this laptop specifically the VGN-TZ91. It was for the 10th anniversary of VAIO and was supposed to look like the first PCG-505 that came with a specially designed mouse and case. Good luck getting one as only 505 were made in Japan, so they are very rare and almost impossible to find. More information can be found in the Resources tab.

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

Laki2 at 11:17, 4 November 2023

2023-11-04T11:17:48Z

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	[[File:VAIO VGN-TZ from front.jpg\|thumb\|VAIO VGN-TZ from front]]		[[File:VAIO VGN-TZ from front.jpg\|thumb\|VAIO VGN-TZ from front]]
	The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ was a high end notebook released by Sony in 2007. At the time it was praised by reviewers as the best notebook of the year. It was praised in every way possible, such as luxury design, screen, size and weight, battery life and features, except for performance, which was not the best due to the included ultra-low voltage Core 2 Duo processor and its price which ranged roughly from €1500 to €2700 and the included Sony "bloatware". It was named by CNET as "a stunning example of what an ultra-portable laptop should be."		The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ was a high end notebook released by Sony in 2007. At the time it was praised by reviewers as the best notebook of the year. It was praised in every way possible, such as luxury design, screen, size and weight, battery life and features, except for performance, which was not the best due to the included ultra-low voltage Core 2 Duo processor and its price which ranged roughly from €1500 to €2700 and the included Sony "bloatware". It was named by CNET as "a stunning example of what an ultra-portable laptop should be."

			There was a revision to this laptop specifically the VGN-TZ91. It was for the 10th anniversary of VAIO and was supposed to look like the first PCG-505 that came with a specially designed mouse and case. More information can be found in the Resources tab.

	== Detailed Specs ==		== Detailed Specs ==
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	'''Storage:''' 80GB, 100GB, 120GB SATA HDD (4200RPM), 64GB SSD		'''Storage:''' 80GB, 100GB, 120GB SATA HDD (4200RPM), 64GB SSD
			[[File:Anniversary VGN-TZ.png\|alt=Anniversary VGN-TZ\|thumb\|Anniversary VGN-TZ]]
	'''Weight:''' 1.22kg		'''Weight:''' 1.22kg

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	== Daily Usage Today ==		== Daily Usage Today ==
			[[File:Front of the Anniversary edition.png\|alt=Front of the Anniversary edition\|thumb\|Front of the Anniversary edition]]
	The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still useable today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. Modern operating systems should run fine on this laptops, including a patched Windows 11 install, if you change the performance settings.		The Sony VAIO VGN-TZ is still useable today, to some extent. It can do office tasks, such as text editing, presentations and spreadsheets on its beautiful display and excellent keyboard and can browse the web fine. It cannot play any modern games and struggles with games of its era too, due to the small size not allowing for any dedicated graphics. Modern operating systems should run fine on this laptops, including a patched Windows 11 install, if you change the performance settings.

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	[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjgdXG6UnnQ VAIO TZ Disassembly guide]		[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjgdXG6UnnQ VAIO TZ Disassembly guide]

			[https://new-launches.blogspot.com/2007/11/sony-vaio-10th-anniversary.html VAIO VGN-TZ Anniversary edition info]

			[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZlimited/ More VAIO VGN-TZ Anniversary edition info]
	== Credits ==		== Credits ==
	[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ1/spec_retail.html#first Sony] [https://www.inversenet.co.jp/pclist/product/SONY-note/VGN%252DTZ73B.html Inversenet] [http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ4/spec_vom1.html Sony] [https://www.cnet.com/reviews/sony-vaio-tz-review/ CNET] [https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/sony-vaio-vgn-tz31mn-ultra-portable-notebook Trusted Reviews] [https://www.notebookcheck.net/Sony-Vaio-VGN-TZ-Series.10632.0.html Notebookcheck]		[http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ1/spec_retail.html#first Sony] [https://www.inversenet.co.jp/pclist/product/SONY-note/VGN%252DTZ73B.html Inversenet] [http://www.vaio.sony.co.jp/Products/TZ4/spec_vom1.html Sony] [https://www.cnet.com/reviews/sony-vaio-tz-review/ CNET] [https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/sony-vaio-vgn-tz31mn-ultra-portable-notebook Trusted Reviews] [https://www.notebookcheck.net/Sony-Vaio-VGN-TZ-Series.10632.0.html Notebookcheck]