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[[File:Sony VAIO PCG-R505.png|thumb|Sony VAIO PCG-R505]] | |||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The Sony VAIO PCG-R505 is a mid-to-high-end subnotebook computer series released by Sony in 2001, intended for users that needed a machine for work, as it came with Windows 2000. | The Sony VAIO PCG-R505 is a mid-to-high-end subnotebook computer series released by Sony in 2001, intended for users that needed a machine for work, as it came with Windows 2000. | ||
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A Intel Pentium III Mobile CPU with Intel 830MG Graphics Chipset was included with these laptops along with Windows XP Pro. | A Intel Pentium III Mobile CPU with Intel 830MG Graphics Chipset was included with these laptops along with Windows XP Pro. | ||
[[File:Sony VAIO PCG-R505 | [[File:Sony VAIO PCG-R505 without dock.jpg|thumb|Sony VAIO PCG-R505 without dock]] | ||
== Detailed Specs == | == Detailed Specs == | ||
'''Processor:''' Intel Pentium III-M 1.13GHz | '''Processor:''' Intel Pentium III-M 750MHz / 850MHz / 1.13GHz / 1.20GHz (might be missing some) | ||
'''Graphics:''' Intel 830MG Integrated Extreme Graphics | '''Graphics:''' Intel 830MG Integrated Extreme Graphics | ||
'''RAM:''' SODIMM 144-pin SDRAM | '''RAM:''' SODIMM 144-pin SDRAM, one slot free, 1x128MB (soldered), max upgrade size: 512MB | ||
'''Display:''' 12.1" XGA Display | '''Display:''' 12.1" XGA Display | ||
'''Storage:''' 2.5" IDE HDD | '''Storage:''' 2.5" IDE HDD | ||
'''Network:''' 10/100 Ethernet (Wired), | '''Network:''' 10/100 Ethernet (Wired), 802.11b wireless (optional) | ||
'''OS:''' Windows 2000 Professional | '''OS:''' Windows 2000 Professional | ||
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'''Media:''' 1 x CardBus PC Card slot, 1x Memory Stick Reader, 2 x USB Ports and a Headphone Jack + Microphone Input. | '''Media:''' 1 x CardBus PC Card slot, 1x Memory Stick Reader, 2 x USB Ports and a Headphone Jack + Microphone Input. | ||
'''Additional:''' i.LINK, Security Lock, Docking Station with DVD Drive and a 3.0-4.5h Battery Life (Standard supplied battery), 6-8h Battery Life (Double capacity battery) | '''Additional:''' i.LINK, Security Lock, Docking Station with DVD Drive and a 3.0-4.5h Battery Life (Standard supplied battery), 6-8h Battery Life (Double capacity battery)[[File:Sony VAIO PCG-R505 Dock.jpg|thumb|Sony VAIO PCG-R505 Dock]] | ||
== Daily Usage Today == | == Daily Usage Today == | ||
Revision as of 19:11, 11 August 2022
Overview
The Sony VAIO PCG-R505 is a mid-to-high-end subnotebook computer series released by Sony in 2001, intended for users that needed a machine for work, as it came with Windows 2000.
They came in a silver-purple finish. The build quality, as you would expect from a high-end Sony VAIO, is outstanding.
A Intel Pentium III Mobile CPU with Intel 830MG Graphics Chipset was included with these laptops along with Windows XP Pro.
Detailed Specs
Processor: Intel Pentium III-M 750MHz / 850MHz / 1.13GHz / 1.20GHz (might be missing some)
Graphics: Intel 830MG Integrated Extreme Graphics
RAM: SODIMM 144-pin SDRAM, one slot free, 1x128MB (soldered), max upgrade size: 512MB
Display: 12.1" XGA Display
Storage: 2.5" IDE HDD
Network: 10/100 Ethernet (Wired), 802.11b wireless (optional)
OS: Windows 2000 Professional
Media: 1 x CardBus PC Card slot, 1x Memory Stick Reader, 2 x USB Ports and a Headphone Jack + Microphone Input.
Additional: i.LINK, Security Lock, Docking Station with DVD Drive and a 3.0-4.5h Battery Life (Standard supplied battery), 6-8h Battery Life (Double capacity battery)
Daily Usage Today
These laptops are still usable today for very light modern office tasks like text editing, and they are perfectly suitable for retro tasks, with very limited but present retro gaming capabilities. The Pentium III is not very fast, clocking at 1.13GHz, and it is recommended that one replaces the HDD with an SSD or a IDE to SD Card adapter.
Resources
Sony JP VAIO PCG-R505 Series Presentation Page
Sony VAIO PCG-R505 Series Quick Start Guide
Sony VAIO PCG-R505 Series User Manual
Sony VAIO PCG-R505 Series Service Manual
Sony VAIO PCG-R505 Series Operation Guide
Sony VAIO PCG-R505 Warranty Summary
Sony VAIO PCG-R505 Safety Information
Sony VAIO PCG-R505 Series CPSC Tips on Notebook Computer Use
Sony VAIO PCG-R505GL Specifications Sheet
Downloads
Sony VAIO PCG-R505EL Recovery Discs
Sony VAIO PCG-R505TF Recovery Discs
We do not know if these discs are model locked. See Compatibility Problems section in the Recovery Discs page.
Follow our guides to download and install drivers.