VGN-SZ4 Series - Disappointment

[pafinuk]

Hi Everyone,

When I saw my wife's new SZ2 notebook, I said: "WOW, I want one of those!" She was so satisfied that few months later I replaced my old notebook for a SZ4 XWN. Her notebook never gave her any headache, but mine has given me many.

I should have paid attention at the velocity Sony replaces the old models and stops offering replacement parts. My laptop is still under warranty and I can't buy a replacement battery for it. The original just lasts few minutes now and Sony is not offering a replacement unit anymore. They don't have any predition when the the extended battery model (VGP-BPL2C ) will be availabe either.

This is a shame!

I can't use my Vaio away from the mains.

I contacted the e-support and we're still discussing the problem.

Has anyone experienced the same problem?

Cheers

PAF

[Blencogo]

Hi PAF and welcome,

It may be quicker, cheaper and have a far better warranty if you look at a third party battery like these: -

http://www.duracelldirect.co.uk/laptop-notebook/sony/oem-pno/vgp-bpl2c.html

Guaranteed 100% compatible, 1 year warranty

[pafinuk]

Hey Blencogo ,

Thanks for the tip. Have you bought a Duracell 3rd party battery? If yes, how do you evaluate it? Do you know anything about PowerSmart brand?

Cheers

PAF