Official Sony VAIO F Series i5/i7 owners thread *Part 5*

is there a short description of all softwares preinstalled?

somewhere in this forum, I mean?
thanks!

 

If the quality of the speakers was all that made for a good "Multimedia" computer, then you could be using a good-sounding 486DX for HD.

 

did anyone try installing the newest audio driver from Realtek (R2.53) on F1?

I'm getting an error, same results with R2.52.

 

R2.52 install worked for me. Used executable file mirror three.

 

guys has anyone got a replacement for their laptop, if so how did you do it, because i have got a few marks and other issues and they are saying it doesnt cover the warranty, if that doesnt cover the warranty, then what does.

 

Just checked it out.. HAving the same problem.. It said that the file was corrupted so I'm downloading the Rar version of it right now.. I'll get back to you on that.

 

If you have accidental warranty then pour a beverage over it. Kind of like someone driving their car into Mexico and leaving it to collect on insurance. Phi Beta Kappa.

 

Alright so the zip file doesnt work either...

 

@ omaroo

Browse the Alienware forums
Those guys always seem to have serious issues that require replacement

Manufacturers do not easily just replace a laptop
And a replacement is usualy not a brand new model ,
It's with a refurbished unit (meaning new to you lol)
After many repairs and the manufacturer determines it a lemon they replace it



Alex

 

Thanks guys.

 

Tried to find the battery, but couldnt find it. Is it out of stock?

 

Hey guys, i have gotten myself into a bit of a jam. I up graded my drive to an SSD Kingston and in my stupidity had my old drive sitting on the coffee table where my friends dad subsequently put down his very large heavy tool box, thus rendering my drive in a sad state. cutting to the chase i never backed anything up my recovery discs and system image disc and anything else recovery related i lost months ago when i first got this system (feb of 2010) is there anything i can do to restore the laptop back to original factory state with with all its software and everything? i have seen the clean install stuff and how to reinstall drivers but i want it back just like when i booted it up on day one if possible. are there downloads for the recovery discs for this system ?
thanks in advance

 

forgot to add that i have an F111FD i7 720Q

 

you can pay sony for the recovery dvds. i didn't see your exact model but you can call them. i'm not sure if this link will work for you or if the session will time out, but if not, you can find your sony esupport page, click on drivers and on the right side there will be a link to purchase CDs: https://servicesales.sel.sony.com/e...t=989200945&sessionId=zMfN74ZU77SLWgvFeMDD7j5

 

Thank you, i was afraid of that, but i think im gona make a trip downtown and do that today haha. thanks again.

 

so tomcat u saying sony give customers refurbished laptops as replacements.

 

What Tomcat is saying is that you have no grounds for getting a replacement.

The warranty (unless you purchased "accidental" coverage) only applies to defects in manufacturing. Slight blemishes and grease on the palmrest and over are most certainly not going to be covered.

 

ye but i think there are some manufacturing defects. Plus i got 3 years warranty, does that mean i purchased accidental coverage.

 

What EXACTLY do you think the defects are? This is really a conversation you should be having with Sony Support.

 

My point is that I read about problems with other brands here every day omaroo

Owner satisfaction with this Sony is one of the highest I have seen

I have read almost every single post in all 5 F series threads I probably would of noticed if this model had major issues requiring repairs

Your mention of scratches brought back memories of a new truck I purchased some years back
In one day the Darn cat managed to scratch the hood climbing up on it

Lesson here is thats it's only perfect untill you take it out of the box and turn it on
It's never the same after that as each time you load a software program , or change anything can effect it

Listen to anseio on getting in touch with Sony support in regards to defects
They are experts on this model and can clarify what is a manufacturing defect and what might be a user caused issue ,or unreal expectation

Alex

 

Hi anseio,

If you're willing, I need your help with the Vaio F11 Graphics driver for Windows XP. The other thread where you posted your instruction was locked, and I couldn't find out how to send PM to you.

And, I apologize to everybody for being off topic.

Thank you!

Med

By the way, I found out how to make everything work after a clean install. You can even decide which of the sony software to be installed/excluded while still maintaining the perfect stability of the system. My model is VPC-F115FM. Just contact me if you're interested. Cheers!

 

I think you have to make a few more forum posts before you can send/receive private messages. So, until then, let's flaunt our relationship.

Here's what I need to know from you:
1 - What GPU do you have? 310M or 330M
2 - Hardward Id's for said GPU

The hardward Id's can be found in Device Manager > Display Adapters > NVIDIA GeForce... > right click Properties > Details tab > dropdown menu select Hardward Id's and post them here.

The one I'm looking for should be similar to this:
PCI\VEN_10DE&DEV_0A75&SUBSYS_9067104D&REV_A2

After you get me this, I'll download the driver pack and make the quick mod. Will let you know when done. Busy tomorrow, Thurs, so it may be a day.

 

ok thanks tomacat and anseio. Dontknow how to purchase accidental damage if its my fault, which will then force sony to fix it for me. I have talked to my retailer and they might replace me it with a new one, as sony said they dont replace with new ones, so i had to go to my retailer.

 

*bump*
I like the question, but seems it's kinda misread...

Can someone who owns a Northern American (not European or Asian) F13 with full hd (1920x1080) so called "Premium Display" please confirm the panel finish: is it matte or glossy?

 

It's definitely glossy.

Edit: I tried to attach the pic I posted when I first got it, but for some reason it wouldn't let me, so you can go look at this post: pics

And really, that picture doesn't do it justice. When sitting in front of it, it literally looks just like a mirror. I may still send it back because of how difficult it is for me to use and how painful it is to my eyes. Others have said their screen isn't near as bad as far as that is concerned so I guess I got unlucky, but to answer your question, all of them are glossy.

 

Here are pictures I posted earlier on the Canadian version of the premium screen.

http://forum.notebookreview.com/son...i7-owners-thread-part-5-a-74.html#post6813575

To me, the screen looks fine after it is on when there are contents on it. On black scenes or when off, it does reflect. So it is glossy but not very noticeable during normal use. Compare to my previous Acer, the glassiness is much worse on that one. But comparing to my old IBM, the matt screen still wins.

 

It is definitely glossy. Saw it for myself at the store.

 

Can you order from another EU country? It shows in stock on www.sony.de, for one example.

Dave

 

Mine is NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M. The hardware ID is: PCI\VEN_10DE&DEV_0A29&SUBSYS_9067104D&REV_A2

Thank you for your quick reply and your help. Just take the time, I am in no rush.

 

well, I finally have to agree, the Canadian Premium screen is best described as "glossy". It is much closer in appearance to the glossy ones I've seen, than to the matte ones.

I must admit that it does not bother me so far, contrary to what I expected.

 

I did it too, and it is better now .. though not comparable to Toshibas

 

I finally ended up buying this one:
Thermaltake Massive23 LX Laptop Cooler


This one does blow the air UP, as required by Vaio F series, I believe!.

It has one big ,and slow, (600 RPM) fan,
which will hopefully do the job of cooling properly

 

guys i need r0260y6 bios update pls link where can i download i didnt find it ty

 

The point is that if it functions as it should, and by that I mean with the software package as it came from the factory, NOT a "Fresh install," then you have no grounds for return.

Frankly I don't mind a few blemishes (My F11 had a slight scratch above the USB/Sata port when I got it, and a squeaky backspace key) because with six cats, a daily commute with the system to and from work, and field recording, I'd get neurotic trying to keep it looking perfect. It's not worth the stress. Anyway it's more impressive to show the beautiful laptop to others with signs of use, than as some pristine, and therefore apparently useless, showpiece.

 

The VAIO button on the keyboard is silver or gray in canadian version?

http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/7240/foverview3.jpg

 

It's black. "Black" as in the same color as the casing. Yes, I know I'm not in Canada, but you can see it in one of xingren's pics.

 

It is definitely not like your picture. It is the same color as the rest of the case. I ordered black color, but it is not very black at all. The top cover is kind of dark grey and the inside panel is more metallic grey. The only thing that is black is the keys in the keyboard. All the buttons on top are the same metallic grey like the inside panel with white text except for the ASSIST button which has red text.

 

Thanks,it is OK! I hate silver...

 

It's your lucky day. Well, mine too. Sony finally jumped on board with XP drivers. The Sony hardware Id's for the NVIDIA GPU's are listed in the compatibility files. Woohoo.

Download the XP Driver pack for 64bit systems here:
NVIDIA DRIVERS 260.99 WHQL

In the even that the 64bit driver does not work, let me know and I'll double check the 32bit driver for you.

This should be an easy install. You may not have been able to install drivers before. Thsi pack, 260.99, is brand new.

 

Great news, anseio! I owe you so much. I'll try and let you know the result.

Thanks again!

 

Looked and searched in the available topics, but couldn't find it (yet).

I bought a F13 (VPCF13Z1E/B) and I want to put in a backlit keyboard.
On eBay I see only the F12 keyboard and I hope someone can verify if the F12 keyboard is completely compatible or maybe ordered and placed one?

Thanks for the reply!

 

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Is the GT330M underclocked like the Ati5650?.

 

Mozilla Labs: Rainbow 0.1

https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/247491/

 

Yes, by 5 - 10%. But this can easily be changed within the Nividia control panel. I can't remember if the control panel software came with the laptop or...

http://www.nvidia.com/object/nvidia_system_tools_6.02.html

NVIDIA PowerMizer Technology – Extend Battery Life on Notebook PCs

http://www.nvidia.com/object/feature_powermizer.html

 

On 10/18 Nividia released the 260.89. On 10/25 Nividia released their newest version 260.99

NVIDIA DRIVERS 260.99 WHQL

 

The Nvidia Control Panel is pre-installed (on the F13 at least) but not the entire Nvidia System tools package.

Edit: To clarify, you can't change the clock with the pre-installed control panel - you need to download the system tools.

 

Fishon are those latest drivers for international people.

 

What kind of software do I need to install for Backlit keyboard? I know its a software thing. If I install clean version of Windows 7 what soft for backlit I need? Thanks, guys

 

hi guys
my F13 has finally arrived yeyy

i was trying to update my graphics driver (from nvidia site) and it said "no valid hardware found" any ideas?

geforce 425m