Description
Sony PCG-981L Vaio Laptop Pentium III 850MHz 192MB 20GB CD-ROM w/ PCGA-PRFX1
The Sony PCG-981L is a late-1990s/early-2000s Vaio notebook powered by an Intel Pentium III 850MHz processor. It boots to a C prompt — no operating system is installed. The unit ships with its Sony PCGA-PRFX1 port replicator and Sony PCGA-AC71 AC power adapter. The internal battery is depleted; the AC adapter is required for operation.
Specifications & What's Included
- Processor: Intel Pentium III 850MHz
- RAM: 192MB
- Hard Drive: 20GB
- Optical Drive: CD-ROM
- Operating System: None — boots to C prompt
- Battery: Depleted — AC adapter required for use
- Laptop Ports: USB, TEL LINE modem (RJ-11), iLink FireWire S400, PC Card slot
- Laptop Audio: Line Out, Mic In, Headphone jack
- Includes: Sony PCGA-PRFX1 Port Replicator
- Port Replicator Ports: DB-25 Parallel (Printer), DB-15 VGA (Monitor), RJ-45 (Network), DB-9 Serial, 3x USB, PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard, DC In
- Includes: Sony PCGA-AC71 AC Adapter — 19.5V 3.3A, 82W, universal input 100-240V 50/60Hz
Applications
The Sony Vaio PCG series were among Sony's flagship consumer and prosumer notebooks of the late 1990s and early 2000s, positioned as premium thin-and-light machines for mobile professionals. The PCG-981L belongs to this era of Pentium III-based Vaio laptops, which were notable for their compact styling, Sony's iLink (FireWire/IEEE 1394) integration for digital video work, and the PCGA-PRF series port replicators that expanded connectivity for desk use. Today these machines are sought by vintage computing enthusiasts, DOS and Windows 9x/ME retro hobbyists, and collectors of late-1990s Sony hardware. The PCGA-PRFX1 port replicator adds a full complement of legacy ports — parallel, serial, VGA, and network — making it straightforward to connect this laptop to period peripherals or use it as a lightweight retro workstation.
This Sony PCG-981L Vaio Laptop has no operating system installed and boots to a C prompt. The battery is depleted and the laptop requires the included Sony PCGA-AC71 AC adapter to operate. The lid shows light scuffing and scratching consistent with normal use. The included Sony PCGA-PRFX1 port replicator and AC adapter are both present. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Sony |
Model: |
PCG-981L |
MPN: |
PCG-981L |
Type: |
Laptop Computer |
SKU: |
46585 |
Processor: |
Intel Pentium III 850MHz |
RAM: |
192MB |
Hard Drive Capacity: |
20GB |
Optical Drive: |
CD-ROM |
Battery: |
Depleted — AC adapter required |
Power Supply: |
Sony PCGA-AC71, 19.5V 3.3A, 82W (included) |
AC Adapter Input: |
100-240V, 50/60Hz (universal) |
Port Replicator: |
Sony PCGA-PRFX1 (included) |
Ports – Laptop: |
USB, TEL LINE (RJ-11 modem), FireWire iLink S400, PC Card |
Ports – Laptop Audio: |
Line Out, Mic In, Headphone |
Ports – Port Replicator: |
DB-25 Parallel, DB-15 VGA, RJ-45 Network, DB-9 Serial, 3x USB, PS/2, DC In |
Form Factor: |
Laptop / Notebook |
Seller Notes: |
Includes Sony PCGA-PRFX1 port replicator and Sony PCGA-AC71 AC adapter |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Japan |
Compatible With: |
Sony Vaio PCG-F series, PCGA-PRFX1 port replicator |
Condition Notes: |
Sony PCG-981L Vaio Laptop boots to C prompt — no OS installed. Battery depleted; AC adapter required and included. Lid shows light scuffing. Includes PCGA-PRFX1 port replicator. Please view photos and contact us with questions. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |