Ok so this computer was my first college computer.

Its got Windows ME on it so it isn't the best...also it is not properly functioning...as in it often doesn't turn on.

All that aside, I am sure it can be fixed, or used for parts...

First decent offer... i'm thinking $50

2/22/2007 9:36:54 AM

got any of the specs on it? and what kinds of problems it is having?

2/22/2007 10:07:10 AM

never mind my boyfriend said I can't go below 100...or i'd be ripped off...

anyone interested?

2/22/2007 1:17:45 PM

still well what are the specs on it? and how often does it not turn on?

2/22/2007 1:30:41 PM

I don't know a lot about computers, which is part of the reason I have switched to a MacBook (much less problematic) but i'll try to give all the info I can...

It originally came with windows ME but it now has XP on it. THe problem is...it will turn on but I can't log in for some reason...I don't know why.

It turns on but usually takes about 2-3 minutes to fully sign on

I got it in 2001.

It is a PCG-FX240







This is what it looks like

Specs (what it says online anyway)

Processor : Intel PIII 800
RAM : 128 Megs
Hard Drive : 15 Gig
network : etherExpress Pro 100
sound : i810
video : intel 815EM
I-Link : Texas Instruments OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394
DVD : matshita UJDA710
PCMCIA : Ricoh R15C476 Cardbus
Modem : Conexant-Ambit Softk56

2/22/2007 2:19:29 PM

The Sony Vaio PCG-FX240 uses PC-100 type memory and has 2 bank(s) of 1 socket(s) each for a total of 2 memory socket(s) . The Sony Vaio PCG-FX240 comes standard with 128MB of RAM and supports up to 512MB of RAM . Choose from the memory modules listed above for guaranteed compatible upgrades for your Sony Vaio PCG-FX240.

For optimal performance of your Sony Vaio PCG-FX240 install the maximum amount of RAM in each memory socket. If all Banks are filled, you can replace the memory in each Socket of that Bank with memory of a higher capacity memory Kit.

2/22/2007 2:23:16 PM

how long does the battery last?

2/22/2007 2:38:04 PM

I don't know...it probably needs to be replaced

2/22/2007 2:39:39 PM

$50

2/22/2007 2:40:47 PM

55

2/22/2007 2:48:18 PM

60

2/22/2007 3:04:44 PM

100...no lower

2/22/2007 3:24:49 PM

you're boyfriend is an idiot.

$100 for an ancient broken laptop is a joke.

2/22/2007 5:06:51 PM

It is a great deal for all the parts that you can get out of it. Plus if you know anything in depth about PC's it should be easily fixed and upgraded...but thats your perogative

2/22/2007 5:28:04 PM

^ no it isnt a great deal

it is so-so at best

2/22/2007 5:43:56 PM

^Agreed.

Welcome to TWW.

2/22/2007 6:05:54 PM

^^^ Sony's are not easily fixed or upgraded. This laptop is not worth $100 in it's condition. The problem could be a bad motherboard, which makes the laptop completely worthless.

You should probably take the $60 and run!

2/22/2007 7:00:55 PM