QUALITY TEST BY VAIO
Stringent Quality Control and Rigorous Testing
All VAIO products are rigorously tested for quality and reliability. During such tests, the laptops are subject to extensive simulations of every possible use scenario. Dozens of stringent inspections are also carried out to ensure the finished goods are of great quality before leaving our factories. This is so that our customers can have a smooth, safe and reliable laptop use experience.
QUALITY TESTING FOR MOBILE DISPLAYS
Common quality testing for all models
ABRASIVE TEST
Pursuit of a durable laptop
Everyday use causes wear and tear to the rubber feet and the bottom surface of a laptop. During the Abrasion Test, a 3kg weight is placed onto the VAIO laptop and rubbed against the laptop surface. No excessive abrasion is spotted.
DROP TEST
Withstands the impact of falling – the quest for durability
Laptops are subject to huge impacts when dropped from a work surface. Proper protection to the motherboard and the screen can minimize the risk of losing important data. The test shows that VAIO laptops can still boot normally after extreme impact.
DUST RESISTANCE TEST
All ports and vents are dust-proof
Dust is a main cause for the drop in laptop performance. Poor ventilation due to dust accumulating around ports and openings may cause the device to overheat. To ensure that dust will not affect the operation of VAIO laptops, we use our self-developed device to test our product where it is placed in a dust-filled environment. The simulation shows that VAIO laptop can operate normally under such circumstances. We have made changes to the design of the part and area where dust easily accumulates, thus maximizing the dust-proof ability of the product
*The Z series laptop used in the video is sold exclusively in Japan. However, test results can be applied to all VAIO models.
EMI TEST
Ensuring a safe product radiation and emission level
All electronic devices emit electromagnetic radiation that may have a certain impact on the human body and other electronic devices. Each country has its own specific radiation emission limit, we design and manufacture VAIO laptops in accordance with the regulations of the country where the products are sold. In a specially designed and purpose built lab, we measure our laptops’ radiation and emission levels accurately. We also test the signal strength received by the built-in wireless card antenna in the laptop. The laptop is affixed on a test bench that rotates in all directions. This is allows various signal profiles to be accurately measured at different product orientations.
HINGE DURABILITY TEST
Durable hinge that withstands repeated opening and closing
The opening and closing of a laptop multiple times a day are standard when it is used by an end user. This demand good strength and reliability of the hinge that interconnects the laptop screen and its body. We test the hinge’s durability extensively by repeatedly opening and closing the laptop. The number of test openings and closings are mathematically calculated to simulate multi-years of use. This allows for a strong and durable hinge type to be selected. In addition, there are wires connecting between the motherboard and screen are hidden inside the hinge. The extensive and repeated laptop opening and closing test with the product turned on also allow for the verification of wire run durability.
ANTI-STATIC TEST
Protected from static electricity.
Static electricity is ubiquitous. In drier climates, people often experience more intense static electric discharge. Static electricity can cause serious harm to an electronic product like a laptop. In the static electricity testing, an electrostatic generator is used to emit static electricity to an operating VAIO laptop. During the electrostatic discharge test, we simulate different scenarios where a end user handles the laptop while statically charged. These include touching the screen, the laptop surface, the keyboard and the gap between the keys. We also inspect the laptop components that are sensitive to static electricity, such as the chips on the mainboard and the USB ports. Design improvements are then made to strengthen the susceptibility of weak spots. Thus improving the overall reliability and stability of VAIO laptops.
SCREEN PRESSURE TEST
Durable screen after extreme compression
Mishandling of the laptop screen can happen in real life anywhere and anytime. For example, many end users will just grab the screen directly when handling and carrying the laptop. The screen is a vital part of the laptop and once it is damaged, the device may not work properly. As a result, two kinds of pressure test are carried out to help improve the design of the screen: one is to use a hydraulic press to apply force directly onto the screen, while the other is to apply force at a point in different positions of the screen.
*The Z series laptop used in the video is sold exclusively in Japan. However, test results can be applied to all VAIO models.
VIBRATION TEST
Durable after severe vibrations
Laptops experience all kinds of vibrations and drops during transportation and daily travel. In the vibration test, VAIO laptop is affixed on a test bench and undergoes severe vibration over a period of time. The testing simulates various vibration scenarios such as in a subway/car, when idling, and when packing. Dents and damages found on different components are analyzed for further design improvements, increasing the vibration and shock resistance of VAIO laptops.
IMPACT TEST
Survives large impacts
Both shocks and drops will have huge impacts on the various laptop hardware. In the impact test, we analyze the damages to the motherboard, hard disk and other components caused by direct impact. Potential issues are identified and reported to the development team for further analysis and improvement. Our goal is to ensure that all components are strong and durable.