VPCZ1 intermittent vertical line on screen
Hi, there. I have a 2010 VPCZ1 with a small issue. Incidentally, I took a spill a while back on my bike with the laptop in my backpack, which damaged the body a bit, but at the time, didn't seem to...
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Life After Sony VAIO Z - The New MacBook Retina Running Windows
Just a quick note from a hardcore Sony fan to say that anyone looking for a replacement should take a hard look at the new MacBook. I just gave up my Pro 13 for it two days ago, and it's fantastic....
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My discoveries on Vaio Zs Hybrid Graphics
- a community thread on nvidia hybrid graphics technology - -Latest...My discoveries on Vaio Zs Hybrid Graphics
View ArticleSony S15 - A little three Year Review
So as the thread title states I purchased my Sony Vaio S15 in 2012 for about $800. And I have to say after all the laptops I have owned (roughly 9) this has been the most reliable laptop I ever owned....
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New VAIO Z and VAIO Z Canvas
Now that the independent company's got rid of those pesky excess components, it's time for VAIO to make something new. And it's not a smartphone. Yet. The PC maker has announced two new PCs here in...
View ArticleLatest VPC-Z1/330M Drivers for the BIOS Hack People
UPDATE 3/7/14: Version 4.7 VAIO_Z1_330M_INF_Patcher.exe.v4.7.zip VAIO_Z1_330M_INF_Patcher.src.v4.7.zip Bug Fix in Version 4.7 Fixed program so that it will patch the latest 334.89 while retaining...
View ArticleNo Backlight on LED screen
HI all, Im at my wits end, and with Sony also. My screen cracked thanks to the airlines. I've replaced the screen, and now have no backlight. I also tried replacing the hard to find cable, still no...
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Screen Replacement
Hi guys, i just saw this forum and it seems that people know what they talking about here . Anyway i have VAIO VGN-AW11Z/ Laptop, and i just bought a new display screen, because the old stock one has...
View ArticleVGN-FW350J Laptop
Hi there. I am currently looking around for some help. It appears that my sata controller(I do believe this is wha tit is I think) has gone out on my laptop. From what it looks like, it cannot be...
View ArticleReplacement of Mainboard
Hello, I am new to here. My question is, In my laptop I have A1789397A mainboard, which is with i7-640M processor. Now the mainboard is not functioning. I am thinking of replacing it with part no....
View ArticleDoes anyone have a Sony Vaio SVS151290 DVD Drive replacement part/model number?
Does anyone know what model slot DVD drive would work as a replacement for the stock Vaio S15 drive? My was damaged and it won't accept a disc anymore. The disc ejected and I went to slide it back in,...
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Sony Vaio disassembly guides and instructions
Hi all, I've created a few instructions for taking apart Sony Vaio laptops. I hope they are useful. http://www.insidemylaptop.com/category/7-sony-laptops/ I'll keep creating new disassembly guides when...
View Article**Popular & Useful Threads including Vaio Z2 Useful Guides/Resources, VPC Z1...
I am creating a sticky list of popular and useful threads so they are easier to find. While the most popular threads usually stay near the top of the list there are some very useful threads which...
View ArticleSVS1513C5E - Clean Windows 8 Install - PLEASE help!
Hi guys, I know this has been asked loads of times but can anyone give me some help and a run-through of what/when to install when you've installed a fresh version Windows 8? I'm struggling with the...
View ArticleSony Vaio VPCF13LOE Win7 pro x64 freezes randomly
After 2 weeks, on a daily basis, trying to solve the problem that i will describe here, i'm asking for your help to find a solution. I have a Sony Vaio VPCF13LOE, with Windows 7 x64 professional...
View ArticleVaio S13 Price Check
Hi, Someone locally is selling a S13 with the following specs: 13.3" 1366x768 i5-3210M 8GB DDR3 640GB HDD 640M LE No box, just laptop and charger. He wants $550 CAD ($460 USD) but I honestly don't...
View Articlesony vaio battery help
my sony vaio computer is about to die, i am wondering if i can still run it off the ac adapter and i also have my computer set on power save will that effect my computer in a bad way if my battery dies ?
View ArticleWindows 7 Clean install Guide for Vaio FZ
(Last update: May 19 2014) Works with Windows 7 and Windows 8* Note: You must disable the driver signature enforcement in Windows 8 before installing the modded IDT or Nvidia drivers. Click here for...
View ArticleZ21 turns off soon after starting
Hello, My Z21 finally broke, I suspect with help of my younger child. I found the laptop on the floor and it's now turns itself off after a minute or two, even if it booted to bios only. Is there...
View ArticleVaio Revival in America, Vaio Z Canvas Coming to the U.S. Fall 2015
I guess I'll just start a new thread so the news isn't lost in the pre-existing thread. The Vaio Z Canvas will be released in America this fall, meaning Vaio is re-entering the market:...
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