Download Sony VAIO VGN-Z2 Series Notebook Windows XP Drivers, Software and Update.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
Important Notes
IMPORTANT: Before proceeding with the upgrade, disconnect all external hardware devices, including PC Cards etc
Note: Before proceeding, ensure that the VAIO computer is operated using the supplied AC adapter.
Note: Save all data/files and close all running programs
Please note that when installing either of the Windows XP versions, users may no longer have access to some preinstalled software or will not be able to use some of preinstalled functions. Below are the functions that are confirmed to be unusable once users downgrade to Windows XP on VGN-Z2 Series:
1. The audio format which can be output is PCM only. (AC3 and DTS, used for DVD, are converted into PCM 48kHz 2ch and output.)
2. Sound is also output from the built-in Speaker when using HDMI output mode
3. When using Hardware Graphics switch button function to change the graphics mode such as from Intel Graphics to NVIDIA Graphics, there is no pop up notification. Customers need manually restart the computers by themselves.
4. When using STAMINA mode, after changing brightness via Fn+F5/F6 key, the brightness is not saved after restarting the unit.
5. Plug and Display function does not work.
6. Fn+F9/F10 (Zoom in/Zoom out) function key does not work.
7. Sounds are not output when playing back DVD titles that uses Dolby Digital Sounds via Windows Media Player.
8. Blu-ray drive function is not supported.
9. Hard disk Drive protection function cannot be used.
10. Sometimes the error message "System file cannot be updated" appears when installing TPM Professional Package.
11. Some contents in Bluetooth Utility help file are not correct.
12. There is no manual on how to use XP.
13. RAID Function cannot be used.
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Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
Please download the installation manual for VGN-Z2 series andrefer to the installation steps to install the related XP drivers and applications on VGN-Z2 Series.
Note: Please use Adobe Reader to open the manual that is in PDF format.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
If the supplied XP installation disc is used to change the current Operating Systemto Windows XP Pro(This disc is only bundled withpreinstalled Windows Vista Business models.), thisdriver need not be installed. Otherwise, proceed as below:
1. Find one external floppy disk drive and connect with the unit.
2. Insert a blank formatted floppy disk into the external floppy disk drive, and unzip the downloaded zip file.
3. Copy these 6 unzip files to the blank formatted floppy disk.
4. Start the Windows Operating System setup by booting from the installation CD.
5. At the beginning of the Operating System setup, press theF6 key to install a third-party SAST or RAID driver.
6. When prompted, insert the floppy disk with the SATA driver files.
7. After reading the floppy disk, the SATA Controller will be presented. Select this driver to install (Please click PgUP button to choose Intel ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller option). Finish the Windows Operating System installation and install all necessary drivers.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Chipset.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Chipset.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Graphics-Intel.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Graphics-Intel.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Graphics-NVIDIA.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Graphics-NVIDIA.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
If the supplied XP installation disc is used to change the current Operating Systemto Windows XP Pro(This disc is only bundled withpreinstalled Windows Vista Business models.), thisdriver need not be installed. Otherwise, proceed as below:
1. Download the KB835221.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the KB835221.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Audio.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Audio.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Modem.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Modem.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Pointing.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Pointing.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the LAN-Intel.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the LAN-Intel.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
Ensure the computer is connected to the docking station beforeinstalling this driver. Otherwise,please skip this driver.
1. Download the LAN-Marvell-Docking.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the LAN-Marvell-Docking.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the MS.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the MS.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the MSIcon.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the MSIcon.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the SD.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the SD.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the SonyNC.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the SonyNC.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the SonyPI.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the SonyPI.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the TPM.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the TPM.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Bluetooth.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Bluetooth.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Camera.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Camera.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the FingerPrint.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the FingerPrint.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Wireless-Intel.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Wireless-Intel.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Sony_Shared_Library.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Sony_Shared_Library.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Sony_Utilities_DLL.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Sony_Utilities_DLL.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Setting_Utility_Series.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Setting_Utility_Series.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the VAIO_Event_Service.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the VAIO_Event_Service.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the VAIO_Control_Center.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the VAIO_Control_Center.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Battery-Checker.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Battery-Checker.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
If the supplied XP installation disc is used to change the current Operating Systemto Windows XP Pro(This disc is only bundled withpreinstalled Windows Vista Business models.), thisdriver need not be installed. Otherwise, proceed as below:
1. Download the FrameWork 1.ZIP file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and unzip the FrameWork 1.ZIP file to begin the installation.
3. Please double-click the SETUP.EXE file which you unzipped.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
If the supplied XP installation disc is used to change the current Operating Systemto Windows XP Pro(This disc is only bundled withpreinstalled Windows Vista Business models.), thisdriver need not be installed. Otherwise, proceed as below:
1. Download the FrameWork 2.ZIP file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and unzip the FrameWork2.ZIPfile to begin the installation.
3. Please double-click the dotnetfx .EXE file which you unzipped.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Battery_Care.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Battery_Care.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the VAIO_Power_Management.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the VAIO_Power_Management.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the SuiteQL-AP.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the SuiteQL-AP.exe file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Intel_Matrix_Storage_Manager.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Intel_Matrix_Storage_Manager.exe file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the VAIO_Update.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the VAIO_Update.exe file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the Wireless_Switch_Setting_Utility.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Wireless_Switch_Setting_Utility.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
1. Download the TPM-Utility.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the TPM-Utility.EXE file to begin the installation.
3. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
4. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement. Click I Agree to continue with the installation.
NOTE: Several setup boxes may briefly appear during the installation. Follow the installation wizard that appears.
5. When the installation finishes, please restart the computer if needed.