Power Adapter
Tools
These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.
Background and Identification
The Sony Vaio VGN-FW21Z is a 16.4-inch consumer laptop produced by Sony. It is designed for users who need maximum performance in a mainstream laptop. The Vaio lineup is Sony's contribution to the laptop market. You can distinguish your Sony laptop from other manufacturers by the word VAIO written across the top, or by the word Sony written below the screen. The specific model of your laptop can be found on the label on the underside of the computer.
The VGN-FW21Z model includes a 16.4-inch wide display with a resolution of 1600 by 900 pixels and a 16:9 aspect ratio. The laptop features X-black screen technology, which is designed to produce sharp, bright, and natural-looking images. Some models include double lamps for improved brightness and sharper details.
The Sony Vaio VGN-FW21Z is sold with an Intel Core 2 Duo Processor and an Intel PM45 chipset. The VGN-FW21Z model features two on-board data caches designed to transfer information to and from the computer’s processor. The L1 cache is 64 kilobytes while the L2 cache is either one or two megabytes. This laptop can support up to 4 GB of RAM and comes installed with 1 GB of RAM.
The VGN-FW21Z includes the name “Sony” printed in capital letters in the center of the laptop’s bottom bezel.
Technical Specifications
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T9400 2 x 2.5 GHz (Intel Core 2 Duo)
Graphics adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3650
Display: 16.40 inch 16:9, 1600 x 900 pixel, glossy: yes
Weight: 3.1 kg ( = 109.35 oz / 6.83 pounds), Power Supply: 0 g ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)