Rare Vintage Sony VAIO PCG-V505 Series Laptop - Authentic Japanese Model / Windows XP (TESTED WORKING)An iconic early-2000s purple/silver Sony VAIO ultra-portable notebook! This is an authentic Japanese model featuring an original Japanese keyboard layout and Windows XP Home Edition. Confirmed booting and operational, making it a wonderful piece for retro laptop collectors, Japanese tech enthusiasts, or legacy hardware hobbyists.Product Specifications:
- Brand: Sony
- Model: VAIO PCG-V505E/B (Model PCG-5R2N)
- System / OS: Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 1, with recovery partition)
- Country / Spec: Authentic Japanese Domestic Model
- Keyboard: Original Japanese (JIS) Keyboard Layout (All keys functional)
- CPU: Intel Mobile Celeron 1.80GHz
- Hard Drive: Approx. 40GB
- Included Accessories: Compatible Third-Party AC Power AdapterOperational Status & Key Details:
- Tested & Booting: Confirmed successful power-on, boot up to the Windows XP desktop, and basic keyboard responsiveness.
- Wi-Fi Board / Driver Status: The internal Wi-Fi card was upgraded from 802.11b to an 802.11g card. Due to OS recovery back to SP1, the driver is currently uninstalled, causing a "Found New Hardware Wizard" window on startup.CRITICAL CONDITION NOTE (PLEASE READ):
- Corner Plastic Crack & Broken Piece: As shown in the detailed close-up photos (Photos #3 and #4), there is a plastic break/crack on the front-left corner right below the power LED and wireless LAN switch. The broken plastic piece IS INCLUDED in the package for restoration/gluing by the buyer. The wireless LAN switch itself functions properly.
- Power & Battery: Runs smoothly on AC power using the included compatible adapter. Internal battery powered the unit on, but full battery lifespan/health is unverified due to its vintage age.
- Overall Exterior: Shows light scratches and minor scuffs typical for vintage electronics.Important Note for Prospective Buyers:
- RECOMMENDED FOR VINTAGE PC EXPERTS & TECH HOBBYISTS: This is a legacy vintage computer from the early 2000s. Recommended strictly for buyers who are knowledgeable about vintage hardware, legacy driver setup, and basic maintenance/repairs.Shipping & Handling:
- Dispatched directly from Japan with international tracking.
- Securely double-wrapped in thick protective bubble wrap and packed tightly in a sturdy cardboard box to prevent damage during global transit.If you have any questions or need additional photos, please feel free to message us!PaymentVISA, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal,
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We will ship the item within 10business days after your payment clears.
---ShippingTo the U.S., Canada, and Europe, we ship by DHL or FedEx International Priority.
To Australia, Asia, and other areas, we ship by DHL, FedEx International Priority, or EMS.
Note that in rare cases, we may use another shipping company.
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Shipping is available from Monday to Friday.
(No weekend shipping, as our office is closed.)
---ReturnsUnconditional Return Policy!
Customer service and satisfaction are very important to us.
We have an unconditional return policy if notified within 30 days of receipt.
All returned items must be in their original condition.
Please contact us first before returning an item.
Return postage is covered by the seller.
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"Customs and duties: For US buyers, items are shipped under Delivered Duty Paid (DDP). All import duties and taxes are included, so no additional fees will be charged upon delivery."International BuyersPlease Note:
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
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