This is a compatibility guide to running Linux with the Sony Vaio NW laptop.
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| Name | Sony Vaio NW |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo P7450 Processor : 2.13 GHz, 1066MHZ FSB, 3MB On-Die L2 Cache Intel Core 2 Duo T6600 Processor : 2.2 GHz, 1066MHz FSB, 3MB On-Die L2 Cache |
| Screen | 15.5” WXGA (1366×768) |
| Graphics | ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570 |
| RAM | Up to 8GB |
| HDD | 400GB |
| Optical Drive | DVD Super Multi |
| Network | 10/100/1000 Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11b/g/n |
| Device | Compatibility | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Works | |
| Screen | Works | |
| HDD | Works | |
| Optical Drive | Works | |
| Graphics | Works | |
| Sound | Works | |
| Ethernet | Works | |
| Wireless | Works | |
| USB | Works | |
| Firewire | Not Tested | |
| Card Reader | Not Tested | |
| ExpressCard Slot | Not Tested | |
| Webcam | Not Working | |
I am running Ubuntu 9.10 (Karmic Koala) 64-bit, and everything seems to be working fine, with the exception of the built-in webcam for which I couldn't find the the appropriate drivers for.
Overall I'm really happy with how everything is working. I'm definitely glad I uninstalled Windows 7.
Discussion
hey i am planning to buy this if its fully linux compatible. Some one plz help.
Webcam is working for me on my NW21MF. I didn't installed any driver. Only problem is that System is crashing sometimes.