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    Official VAIO SR Series Owners Thread

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony Owners' Lounge Forum' started by Duke2007, Jul 15, 2008.

  1. iLoveVaio

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    It has got different click sound. And feels bad for me
     
    iLoveVaio, Oct 23, 2009
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  2. mickee13

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    When you get the free upagrade disc from sony, can you do a fresh install rather than an 'upgrade' with this disc? I want to wipe Vista, not install upgrade over top of it? I noticed on Sony's instruction site there seems to be a choice between upgrade and 'custom' which seems to suggest a clean install?

    http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/support-info.pl?template_id=1&info_id=508&7
     
    mickee13, Oct 23, 2009
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    How did you manage to do that?
     
    mattedmunds, Oct 23, 2009
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    HELP HELP HELP!!!!

    So my 2 month old SR490 has a problem. The entire left hand of the screen has vertical lines running down it. Theres no physical abuse on the system, and I've tried updating all my drivers, reinstalling the video card... dont know what else is left. I've called sony and have a "on site tech" coming god knows when. I really need this system up and running again. Please, anyone with any help I greatly appreciate it.
     
    Raeglatem, Oct 23, 2009
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    eli2k, Oct 23, 2009
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    anyone get their upgrade for win7 yet? seems like its taking forever to send them out with their "customized aka bloatware" discs.
     
    updog, Oct 23, 2009
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  7. go_ahead_ed

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    My SR290 is working pretty good with Win 7 and the Vista drivers now, but I'm really looking forward to a fresh re-install with proper Win 7 drivers. It seems like they're adding one or two a day so it shouldn't be long now! :)
     
    go_ahead_ed, Oct 24, 2009
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  8. eli2k

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    Yup, same here. The only problem I have is the brightness control through Fn and the OSD for volume do not work after coming back from a hibernate. But otherwise it seems to be doing fine. They just loaded a bunch of new drivers today :D Now I have to figure out the proper order to install things.
     
    eli2k, Oct 24, 2009
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  9. go_ahead_ed

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    Try this:

    http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/support-info.pl?template_id=1&info_id=508&9
     
    go_ahead_ed, Oct 24, 2009
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  10. Raeglatem

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    So my screen is still dead/dying... idk what is wrong with it. 2 months and 5 days old and half the LCD is bugging out... white vertical stripes running down the entire length of the screen.

    Anyone here have any experience with Sony's On site tech's? Any info on them? Do they bring spare parts with them or are they coming first time to identify the issue, then come back again to repair it?
     
    Raeglatem, Oct 24, 2009
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  11. Primes

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    quite a few files listed now, plus they have an upgrade guide:
    http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/support-info.pl?info_id=508
     
    Primes, Oct 24, 2009
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  12. eli2k

    eli2k Notebook Consultant

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    I find this amusing at the end of the page, though:

    "# Sony Notebook Utilities

    * Installs the VAIO software component required for Function keys operation.
    * Note: Even after installing this file, the Brightness, Monitor Output and Zoom Function keys may not work."
     
    eli2k, Oct 25, 2009
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  13. Primes

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    lol I didnt see that. :mad:
     
    Primes, Oct 25, 2009
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  14. poopinftw

    poopinftw Notebook Enthusiast

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    HELP :eek:

    guys when I order win7 from here it only give's me 32bit edition :S even though I have 4gb ram but they give 32bit vista to VGN-SR41M models as standadard o_O

    does the install disc that sony gives come with 32/64bit win7 in one?
     
    poopinftw, Oct 25, 2009
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  15. iLoveVaio

    iLoveVaio Notebook Consultant

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    Both 32/64 bit versions come in one disc. (as Sony eSupport USA stated)
     
    iLoveVaio, Oct 25, 2009
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  16. poopinftw

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    thx for the quick reply :) the offer seems more worthwihle now :D


    ouch >< 3 week turnaround
     
    poopinftw, Oct 25, 2009
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  17. iLoveVaio

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    No prob. More info from Sony eSupport USA: http://bit.ly/1QhMTA

    [​IMG]
     
    iLoveVaio, Oct 25, 2009
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  18. iLoveVaio

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    iLoveVaio, Oct 25, 2009
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  19. ManUtdFC

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    Where can I get 64 bit Windows 7 drivers from? And which ones do I install? Can I install other or similar SR drivers? Or do I have to install ones exactly for my model?
    I have a VGN-SR26GN and there is no support for it on the US site, my model is an Asia-Pacific model and there is nothing on that region's support site for Windows 7.
     
    ManUtdFC, Oct 25, 2009
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  20. iLoveVaio

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    If I were you- First of all, I'd search for a exact same model that was released in US. Then I'll look in eSupport site and download drivers.

    On eSupport site there's a instruction on which order you should install drivers and software. (Win 7)

    Good luck.
     
    iLoveVaio, Oct 25, 2009
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  21. ManUtdFC

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    I'll have a look for the same model from the US site and give it a go.
    Thanks.
     
    ManUtdFC, Oct 25, 2009
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  22. Primes

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    just a FYI, you cant upgrade your 32bit OS to a 64bit, you'll have to do a clean install if you want 64bit.
     
    Primes, Oct 25, 2009
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  23. Nobackup

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    Mate I have the same issue , best way (I just updated my SR46) is to get the files from the US/EU support pages.. and follow http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/support-info.pl?info_id=508

    as a guide on the order to install after the update/new install, also one issue with the US downloads is that they are package in such away to prevent them being installed on the wrong machine... just Google "Universal Unpacker" this will unpack the exe files and allow you to directly access the drivers :)
     
    Nobackup, Oct 26, 2009
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  24. harobiker1987

    harobiker1987 Notebook Guru

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    Hey everyone, when I receive my upgrade disk for Windows 7, will it include any bloatware? I'm considering weather to do a clean install or not on my SR430.
     
    harobiker1987, Oct 27, 2009
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  25. samx1

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    Sorry if this has been asked before but I couldn't find a definitive answer through searches. Can you put DDR3 RAM in the Vaio SR, even though it ships only with DDR2? I'm getting the P8800 processor with a 1066MHz FSB, so it seems like DDR3 would speed things up.
     
    samx1, Oct 27, 2009
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  26. heavenly_wild

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    In short, no, you cannot install DDR3 when it only supports DDR2.
     
    heavenly_wild, Oct 27, 2009
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  27. go_ahead_ed

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    Speaking of Sony Win 7 drivers...

    Windows Update today offered a Sony Firmware Extension Parser update for my SR290. No noticable change or effect yet, but it is progress... :)

    Edit: Maybe not. I just checked the version number of the "new" driver in Device Manager (it shows up under Human Interface Devices) and it's v8.0.1.6087, the same version offered on Sony's site for Vista x64. Sigh...
     
    go_ahead_ed, Oct 27, 2009
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  28. ChimpArmy

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    has anyone who applied for a free Windows 7 upgrade promotion on an SR430 received their copy of Windows 7?? I was under the impression it would be shipped out soon after it was released but I still haven't received any indication of this.
     
    ChimpArmy, Oct 27, 2009
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  29. iLoveVaio

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    Some have received it, please subscribe to following thread:
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?p=5451043
     
    iLoveVaio, Oct 27, 2009
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  30. samx1

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    I guess my question is, does anyone know why the SR can't support DDR3 when the FSB of the CPU is fast enough to support it? Is it some limitation in the chipset being used? Does anyone know what the chipset is?
     
    samx1, Oct 27, 2009
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  31. somemale

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    anyone have the 590 yet? any signifigant changes?
     
    somemale, Oct 27, 2009
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  32. heavenly_wild

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    No changes except for Windows 7.
     
    heavenly_wild, Oct 27, 2009
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  33. go_ahead_ed

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    I have a Universal Extractor question. I've used it to extract some driver files for my SR290 (as an experiment) and the resulting extraction gave me a folder containing a folder called "TEMPEXEFOLDER" as well as some individual files (see the attached image).

    The "TEMPEXEFOLDER" has what looks like driver installation files (an executable, a .sys or two, an .inf, etc.).

    Are the other files such as "EULA_FILE_USA" and "INSTALL_INI" necessary or can I (or should I) discard them before trying to install the drivers?

    Thanks in advance!
     

    Attached Files:

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  34. winkosmosis

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    I just cancelled my order for an HP Envy 15 and I've been looking into other options... I just found out about the Sony SR. So far it looks like it's a much better deal than say the Dell 13". It looks like the ATI 4570 is capable of 4000 in 3DMark06, which is pretty impressive considering it doesn't cheat with nvidia's fake SLI. Is the real world gaming performance good?
     
    winkosmosis, Oct 27, 2009
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  35. Jayayess1190

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    Sony choose to use DDR2 instead of DDR3 so you are stuck with it. My Acer has a similar chipset (both GMA 4500 based), yet Acer chose to use DDR3.
     
    Jayayess1190, Oct 28, 2009
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  36. winkosmosis

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    Does the DDR2 really affect performance?
     
    winkosmosis, Oct 28, 2009
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  37. Jayayess1190

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    Not really, but there DDR uses less power, 1.5V vs 1.8 in DDR2. Also DDR3 ram using 1.35V will be out soon.
     
    Jayayess1190, Oct 28, 2009
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  38. samx1

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    Ah OK I finally got it. DDR3 physically will not fit the DDR2 slots in the Vaio SR, even though the chipset in the SR supports DDR3. DDR2 and DDR3, though they have the same number of pins, have the notch in a different place.
     
    samx1, Oct 28, 2009
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  39. samx1

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    I didn't realize, both DDR2 and DDR3 come in 1067MHz varieties, and the difference in performance between the two is negligible. It seems like the DDR2 in the Vaio is 800 MHz though? That wouldn't make much sense given a FSB of 1067 MHz.
     
    samx1, Oct 28, 2009
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  40. Jayayess1190

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    Well I've never seen DDR2-1066 for laptops anywhere, I only know of it for desktops.
     
    Jayayess1190, Oct 28, 2009
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  41. Snipester

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    Anyone know why the SR CTO configured like the SR590GXB is $150 less?
     
    Snipester, Oct 28, 2009
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  42. iLoveVaio

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    Probably because of the saving that Sony is offering (on CTOs)
     
    iLoveVaio, Oct 28, 2009
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  43. winkosmosis

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    What's the difference between the SR and SR CTO? Googling and searching this forum turned up nothing
     
    winkosmosis, Oct 28, 2009
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    They're same. CTO just means its Configured to Order
     
    iLoveVaio, Oct 28, 2009
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    They dont mention any additional savings information? How do you like the SR in general?
     
    Snipester, Oct 28, 2009
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  46. iLoveVaio

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    I saw "Save 150 on customized SR" at SonyStyle
     
    iLoveVaio, Oct 28, 2009
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  47. winkosmosis

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    How long is the $150 off deal lasting? Or is it a permanent price drop?
     
    winkosmosis, Oct 29, 2009
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  48. iLoveVaio

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    I think it 150 less because it could have Windows Vista and 7. Also SonyStyle is having Fall Clearance.

    You should check your selected notebook's specs.
     
    iLoveVaio, Oct 29, 2009
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  49. eli2k

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    ravil, don't know if you're still checking the thread, but do you think you can type up a list of the drivers/software you took from the SR590 when doing a clean install of Win7 that I can check against? Thanks.
     
    eli2k, Oct 29, 2009
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    I am planning on doing a clean install of Windows 7 on my SR430. Are there any drivers I should download and put on my flash drive so I can install it later? Or is everything I need on the DVD companion disk sent by Sony? I know I should back up all my data and files, but not sure if I need to do more in terms of drivers. Thanks in advance.
     
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