| Interface |
Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0)*1 / USB1.1 |
| Port type |
Type A USB port / USB1.1 port |
| Power supply |
USB bus power
(no external power supply) |
Compatible
devices |
• Computers equipped type A USB port and Windows OS
• Macintosh equipped type A USB port |
| Compatible OSs*3 |
Windows Vista Home Basic / Home Premium / Business / Enterprise / Ultimate / Starter, Windows XP Professional / Home Edition, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Me, Windows 98*2 / 98SE*2
Mac OS 9.0x, 9.1x, 9.2x
Mac OS 10.1-10.5.x
(Mac OS 10.0x is not supported)
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| Windows ReadyBoost |
Incompatible |
Virtual Expander
(Sonys unique file compression software) |
Pre-installed |
Software
(Virtual Expander)
Compatible OS |
Windows Vista(32Bit)*4,
Windows XP(SP1 or later), Windows 2000(SP3 or later) |
| Capacity*5 |
512MB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB |
Operating temperature
range |
0 to 35°C ( 32 to 95°F ) |
Operating humidity
range |
10 to 90% (with no condensation) |
Storage temperature
range |
-20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F) |
| Storage humidity range |
10 to 90% (with no condensation) |
| External Dimensions |
Approximately
17.7 x 8.3 x 67mm |
| Weight |
Approximately 10g |
| Accessories |
Operating Instructions, Warranty Card |
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| *1 |
To use Micro Vault in USB 2.0 high-speed mode, you need to connect the device to a computer with USB 2.0 interface, USB 2.0 card or board. Some computers or operating systems do not support USB2.0. In that case, please connect to USB1.1 interface. |
| *2 |
The device driver must be installed from the web site |
| *3 |
Windows Vista Compatibility Chart
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| *4 |
Windows Vista(64Bit) is not supported. |
| *5 |
Micro Vault media contains a system management area. Actual usable capacity is less than the amount shown on the device. Capacity is based on 1GB = 1 billion bytes.
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For safe use, be sure to read the Operating Instructions carefully before using the device. |
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Only compatible with operating systems specified. |
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When using the Micro Vault with the non-PC devices, please check the host device manuals for compatibility before use. |
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• Sony and Micro Vault are trademarks of SONY Corporation.
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and ReadyBoost are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, in the United States and 1 or other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.
• Other system names and product names that appear in this web site are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners. |
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Micro Vault Virtual Expander*1 is Sonys unique file compression software.
It is pre-installed on the device for ease of use.
Micro Vault Virtual Expander will compress your data to virtually store about 3 times*2 as much data!
| *1 |
Micro Vault Virtual Expander is compatible with Windows Vista(32Bit), Windows XP(SP1 and higher) and Windows 2000(SP3 and higher).
Windows Vista(64Bit) is not supported. Administrator rights are required. This application only operates with Micro Vaults on which it was pre-installed at the time of purchase.
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Depend on file types and contents."3 times" is an average based on actual tests performed by Sony on a sample of 14files of various types and Canterbury Corpus method.
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Piano black body and different-colored indications for different capacities create a stylish impression. Flexible lineup from 512 MB to 8 GB makes the unit suitable for a wide range of applications.
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Do not carry the product together with metal goods such as keys and coins. Striking the case may cause damages or breakdowns on the product.
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With some computer and operating system combinations, the USB 2.0 interface may not be supported. In such a case, use the USB 1.1 interface.
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The transfer time of the file may vary depending on the specification of the products,
the environment of use, the size and the number of the file. Also there may be similar tendencies
by the different compression time of the files at the time of the use of Virtual Expander.
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It is easy -- the device can be recognized automatically* when you connect it to a USB port, which is equipped with most PCs. Power will be supplied through USB port, so you do not need an AC adaptor.
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For Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me,Mac OS9.0, Mac OS 10.1 and higher.
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USM512J
(512MB) |
USM1GJ
(1GB) |
USM2GJ
(2GB) |
USM4GJ
(4GB) |
USM8GJ
(8GB) |
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