Available 54 files for Sony VGN-A617M
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Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage
Operating System
Windows 2000
Version
4.3.01.14050a
Size Driver
87.28MB
File Name
soasst-01198207-un.exe
Date
20/11/2007
Observations
SonicStage Update Program Version 4.3.01.14050a
This release resolves the issue where SonicStage can be started after installing SonicStage Update Program 4.3.00.
1. Download and save this file to a download directory.
2. Close all running programs.
3. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click it.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the new software.
5. Restart the computer when the installation is completed.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage Security Update
Operating System
Windows 2000
Version
1.0.00.11020
Size Driver
3.12MB
File Name
soasst-01595000-un.exe
Date
30/01/2008
Observations
SonicStage Security Update Program 1.0.00.11020
This update solves a security issue with SonicStage 4.x.
How do I update my driver?
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click SOASST-01595000-UN.exe to run it.
5. Click Next, wait while the wizard updates your software, and then click Finish.
6. Restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Update
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
5.1.1.04090
Size Driver
16.02MB
File Name
ep0000221850.exe
Date
10/06/2010
Observations
VAIO Update 5.1.1.04090
What is this?
Vaio Update is an application similar to Windows Update. It is designed to help you keep your computer up-to-date by assisting you with installation of the latest updates for your VAIO.
What does it fix?
This update provides several improvements to the VAIO Update functionality.
How do I perform this update?
Self-Update
If you open VAIO Update 4, this version will be proposed as an update. Just clicking the Update button will install this version of VAIO Update 5.
If your VAIO comes already preinstalled with VAIO Update 5, the update process is the same, but a reboot will not be required afterwards.
Manual Installation
If you have VAIO Update 3 or older installed on your VAIO, first access Control Panel - Add/Remove Programs, and uninstall VAIO Update from your computer. Afterwards follow below procedure.
In case you have skipped this step before installing VU5, you must first uninstall ALL versions of VAIO Update before moving to below procedure again.
If you have VAIO Update 4 or 5 installed, you can just follow below procedure to install the updated version.
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click EP0000221850.exe to run it.
5. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
6. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO if asked.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Edit Components
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
7.2.00.11160
Size Driver
47.26MB
File Name
ep0000211394.exe
Date
14/01/2010
Observations
VAIO Edit Components Upgrade Program 7.2.00.11160
What is this?
VAIO Edit Components 7 is plug-in software that adds a variety of editing functions with the Sony original technology to Adobe Premiere Pro CS4 or Adobe Premiere Elements 8.
The basic functions are as follows: - HD video editing and Proxy editing
- Smart rendering
- Encoding with the Sony video codec
- Upconversion from SD image quality to HD image quality
- "x.v.Color" supported
- Various VAIO original video transitions
- Relation with an authoring software application And, please see the help for the detailed features of VAIO Edit Components 7.
What does it fix?
- Supports of New Premiere Elements 8.
- Supports of New 24 Mbps AVCHD File. (System: 24 Mbps, Video: 21 Mbps)
(For 10.1H New AVCHD HandyCam)
- Supports of AVC GPU (NVIDIA CUDA) Encoding.
(NVIDIA Gfx which supports CUDA is required.)
Manual installation instruction
IMPORTANT CAUTION:VAIO Edit Components 7.2 supported detailed version of Premiere Pro CS4 4.1 or above. Don't forget to update Premiere Pro CS4 by Adobe Updater.
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click EP0000211394.exe to run it.
5. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
6. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Edit Components
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
6.6.00.06130
Size Driver
19.28MB
File Name
ep0000187620.exe
Date
14/07/2009
Observations
VAIO Edit Components Upgrade Program 6.6 - 6.6.00.06130
What is this?
VAIO Edit Components is a plugin for Adobe Premiere, which provides some additional functionality, such as HD Editing, and which improves compatibility between Adobe Premiere and VAIO Applications.
Is this relevant for you?
It is recommended to install this update if you use Adobe Premiere.
What does it fix?
This installer only supports Premiere Pro CS3/Premiere Pro 2.0/Premiere Elements 7/Premiere Elements 4/Premiere Elements 3.0/Premiere Elements 2.0.
Supports of Exporting AVCHD Hardware Encoding by using VAIO AVC Transcoder (VAIO AVC Transcoder is necessary)
Other minor bug fixes
How do I perform this update?
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click EP0000164039.exe to run it.
5. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
6. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Event Service
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
3.0.00.13110
Size Driver
4.56MB
File Name
soaves-01302701-un.exe
Date
22/02/2007
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Sony Utils DLL
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
7.0.00.11210
Size Driver
2MB
File Name
soasnu-01298604-un.exe
Date
21/02/2007
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Sony Video Shared Library
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
3.1.00.10240
Size Driver
3.69MB
File Name
videoshared_3.1.00.10240.zip
Date
22/02/2007
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
1.4.06.13180
Size Driver
1.59MB
File Name
ep0000144638.exe
Date
06/02/2008
Observations
SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter Update Program 1.4.06.13180
This update solves the following issue: Internet Explorer cannot be launched when SSMS Audio Filter and NIS2008 are active.
How do I update this utility?
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click EP0000144638.exe to run it.
5. Click Next, wait while the wizard updates your software, and then click Finish.
6. Restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Wireless Switch Setting Utility
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
3.5.00.11270
Size Driver
4.26MB
File Name
soawsu-01290607-un.exe
Date
22/02/2007
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
4.3.01.14050a
Size Driver
87.28MB
File Name
soasst-01198207-un.exe
Date
20/11/2007
Observations
SonicStage Update Program Version 4.3.01.14050a
This release resolves the issue where SonicStage can be started after installing SonicStage Update Program 4.3.00.
1. Download and save this file to a download directory.
2. Close all running programs.
3. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click it.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the new software.
5. Restart the computer when the installation is completed.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Setting Utility Series
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
2.0.00.11270
Size Driver
11.47MB
File Name
soasus-01306401-un.exe
Date
22/02/2007
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage Security Update
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
1.0.00.11020
Size Driver
3.12MB
File Name
soasst-01595000-un.exe
Date
30/01/2008
Observations
SonicStage Security Update Program 1.0.00.11020
This update solves a security issue with SonicStage 4.x.
How do I update my driver?
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click SOASST-01595000-UN.exe to run it.
5. Click Next, wait while the wizard updates your software, and then click Finish.
6. Restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Battery Checker Utility
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
2.0.00.11110
Size Driver
4.09MB
File Name
soabcu-01298303-un.exe
Date
22/02/2007
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Control Center
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
2.0.00.11060
Size Driver
3.74MB
File Name
soavcc-01304902-un.exe
Date
22/02/2007
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Sony Shared Library
Operating System
Windows Vista 32 bits
Version
3.0.00.10180
Size Driver
2.53MB
File Name
soassl-01298203-un.exe
Date
22/02/2007
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Update
Operating System
Windows Vista 32/64 bits
Version
5.1.1.04090
Size Driver
16.02MB
File Name
ep0000221850.exe
Date
10/06/2010
Observations
VAIO Update 5.1.1.04090
What is this?
Vaio Update is an application similar to Windows Update. It is designed to help you keep your computer up-to-date by assisting you with installation of the latest updates for your VAIO.
What does it fix?
This update provides several improvements to the VAIO Update functionality.
How do I perform this update?
Self-Update
If you open VAIO Update 4, this version will be proposed as an update. Just clicking the Update button will install this version of VAIO Update 5.
If your VAIO comes already preinstalled with VAIO Update 5, the update process is the same, but a reboot will not be required afterwards.
Manual Installation
If you have VAIO Update 3 or older installed on your VAIO, first access Control Panel - Add/Remove Programs, and uninstall VAIO Update from your computer. Afterwards follow below procedure.
In case you have skipped this step before installing VU5, you must first uninstall ALL versions of VAIO Update before moving to below procedure again.
If you have VAIO Update 4 or 5 installed, you can just follow below procedure to install the updated version.
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click EP0000221850.exe to run it.
5. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
6. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO if asked.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Edit Components
Operating System
Windows Vista 32/64 bits
Version
6.6.00.06130
Size Driver
19.28MB
File Name
ep0000187620.exe
Date
14/07/2009
Observations
VAIO Edit Components Upgrade Program 6.6 - 6.6.00.06130
What is this?
VAIO Edit Components is a plugin for Adobe Premiere, which provides some additional functionality, such as HD Editing, and which improves compatibility between Adobe Premiere and VAIO Applications.
Is this relevant for you?
It is recommended to install this update if you use Adobe Premiere.
What does it fix?
This installer only supports Premiere Pro CS3/Premiere Pro 2.0/Premiere Elements 7/Premiere Elements 4/Premiere Elements 3.0/Premiere Elements 2.0.
Supports of Exporting AVCHD Hardware Encoding by using VAIO AVC Transcoder (VAIO AVC Transcoder is necessary)
Other minor bug fixes
How do I perform this update?
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click EP0000164039.exe to run it.
5. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
6. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Edit Components
Operating System
Windows Vista 32/64 bits
Version
7.2.00.11160
Size Driver
47.26MB
File Name
ep0000211394.exe
Date
14/01/2010
Observations
VAIO Edit Components Upgrade Program 7.2.00.11160
What is this?
VAIO Edit Components 7 is plug-in software that adds a variety of editing functions with the Sony original technology to Adobe Premiere Pro CS4 or Adobe Premiere Elements 8.
The basic functions are as follows: - HD video editing and Proxy editing
- Smart rendering
- Encoding with the Sony video codec
- Upconversion from SD image quality to HD image quality
- "x.v.Color" supported
- Various VAIO original video transitions
- Relation with an authoring software application And, please see the help for the detailed features of VAIO Edit Components 7.
What does it fix?
- Supports of New Premiere Elements 8.
- Supports of New 24 Mbps AVCHD File. (System: 24 Mbps, Video: 21 Mbps)
(For 10.1H New AVCHD HandyCam)
- Supports of AVC GPU (NVIDIA CUDA) Encoding.
(NVIDIA Gfx which supports CUDA is required.)
Manual installation instruction
IMPORTANT CAUTION:VAIO Edit Components 7.2 supported detailed version of Premiere Pro CS4 4.1 or above. Don't forget to update Premiere Pro CS4 by Adobe Updater.
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click EP0000211394.exe to run it.
5. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
6. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Original Utilities Package
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
35.88MB
File Name
a5_utils.zip
Date
09/09/2005
Observations
Original Utilities Package
IMPORTANT NOTE: The package you are about to download contains the utilities that originaly come preinstalled on your unit.
These utilities are automatically reinstalled on your computer if you perform a system recovery.
Furthermore, on most VAIO computers, these utilities can be found on your Hard Disk Drive in the following folder: C:\Utils or on your Recovery CD.
The utilities included in this package are not updated versions.
If updated versions of the preinstalled utilities are available for your model, they can be found separately in the Drivers and Updates section of the VAIO web site or via VAIO Update if your computer has this functionality.
Thus, if you are still using the preinstalled Operating System and didn't delete the C:\Utils folder (for recent models) or still have your Recovery CD's (for older models), you do not need to download this package.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Original Video Driver
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
24.28MB
File Name
a5_video.zip
Date
16/12/2005
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Wireless LAN Starter
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
1.0.03.02070
Size Driver
3.29MB
File Name
soaoth-00977103-un.exe
Date
27/11/2006
Observations
Wireless LAN Starter Update Version 1.0.03.02070
Symptom corrected by this update:- Wireless LAN Starter stops working properly after you install the latest Intel's Wireless LAN driver.
How do I update my software?
1. Exit all running programs
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified
4. Double-click SOAOTH-00977103-UN.exe to run it
5. Click OK when prompted to uninstall the previous version of the software
6. Click Finish
7. Double-click SOAOTH-00977103-UN.exe again
8. Click Next and wait while the wizard installs the new software
9. Click Finish when the installation is completed.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
4.3.01.14050a
Size Driver
87.28MB
File Name
soasst-01198207-un.exe
Date
20/11/2007
Observations
SonicStage Update Program Version 4.3.01.14050a
This release resolves the issue where SonicStage can be started after installing SonicStage Update Program 4.3.00.
1. Download and save this file to a download directory.
2. Close all running programs.
3. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click it.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the new software.
5. Restart the computer when the installation is completed.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Wireless Switch Utility
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
3.3.00.0214
Size Driver
3.25MB
File Name
soawsu-00842309-un.exe
Date
27/11/2006
Observations
Wireless Switch Setting Utility Update Version 3.3.00.0214
Symptom corrected by this update:- Wireless Switch Setting Utility stops working properly after you install the latest Intel's wireless LAN driver.
Important: before installing this driver update, make sure to install the latest Sony Utilities available in the downloads section of your VAIO model. This is not required if no Sony Utilities appears as available download.
How do I update my software?
1. Exit all running programs
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified
4. Double-click SOAWSU-00842309-UN.exe to run it
5. Click OK when prompted to uninstall the previous version of the software
6. Click Finish
7. Double-click SOAWSU-00842309-UN.exe again
8. Click Next and wait while the wizard installs the new software
9. Click Finish when the installation is completed.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Event Service
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
2.3.00.08110
Size Driver
3.66MB
File Name
soaves-01205105-un.exe
Date
15/11/2006
Observations
VAIO Event Service Update
Fixes:Connection to external displays
Install procedure:Download SOAVES-01205105-UN.exe
Browse to the directory where you downloaded SOAVES-01205105-UN.exe to
Double click SOAVES-01205105-UN.exe
The update will be installed automatically
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Help and Support Center Update
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
2.3.1.00
Size Driver
1.2MB
File Name
soahsc-01015502-eu.exe
Date
24/03/2006
Observations
VAIO Help and Support Center Update Version 2.3.1.00
The improvements in this update include:- Added Support information, information on Warranty packs and registration
- Added/updated How To's for Audio, Video, Pictures, Security, Data Backup and Networking issues.
Download and Installation
1. Download the file and save it to a download directory
2. Go to the download directory and double-click the downloaded file to start the installation
3. Wait until the installation is complete.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Media Integrated Server 3.1-4.x-5.0
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
1.0.00.42120
Size Driver
6.97MB
File Name
soavms-01201702-un.exe
Date
27/06/2006
Observations
VAIO Media Integrated Server 4.x/5.x Update Program 1.0.00.42120
This update resolves the following issue:- Network Media Receiver VGP-MR200 won't play next music track at the end of the contents
Changes from the previous versions:- Remote exploitation of a buffer overflow could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Important notes
Depending on your VAIO model, you must first install VAIO Media Integrated Server 4.1.05 or 4.2.00 or 5.0.11.
Please visit the download section of your model to get these updates.
Download and Installation
1. Download SOAVMS-01201702-UN.exe and save it to a download directory
2. Close all running programs
3. Go to the download directory and double-click SOAVMS-01201702-UN.exe to start the installation
4. The VAIO Media Integrated Server Update Wizard starts
5. Click Next and wait while Setup installs the new software
6. Click Finish when the installation is completed
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage Security Update
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
1.0.00.11020
Size Driver
3.12MB
File Name
soasst-01595000-un.exe
Date
30/01/2008
Observations
SonicStage Security Update Program 1.0.00.11020
This update solves a security issue with SonicStage 4.x.
How do I update my driver?
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click SOASST-01595000-UN.exe to run it.
5. Click Next, wait while the wizard updates your software, and then click Finish.
6. Restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Sony Utilities
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
6.4.0.06290
Size Driver
2MB
File Name
soasnu-00840002-un.exe
Date
07/07/2006
Observations
Sony Utilities 6.4.0.06290
This Update fixes following issue :Improved connectivity to specific monitors.
Please be informed that a bios update may also be required for this update to have effect
1. Download Instructions
1. Download the file "SOASNU-00840002-UN.exe", and save it to a download directory (ex. C:\Download).
2. Installation
1. Close all running applications.
2. Click Browse. Specify the directory C:\Download\.
3. Select the file SOASNU-00840002-UN.exe. Click Open.
4. A Window will appear. Please follow the instructions on this window. The previous installation of Sony Utlities will be removed.
5. After uninstallation, reboot the VAIO and start process again from step 1. This time the new version of Sony Utilities will be installed.
6. Reboot the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Microsoft Hotfix KB909095 (Beta)
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Size Driver
2.68MB
File Name
windowsxp-kb909095-x86-enu.exe
Date
04/07/2006
Observations
Microsoft's Hotfix KB909095
This hotfix resolves the problem that is described in this article: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/909095/en-us
Download and Installation
1. Download the hotfix and save it to a download directory
2. Close all open programs
3. Double-click the download file to start the installation
4. The Software Update Installation Wizard appears
5. Click Next
6. You must accept the licence agreement to continue
7. Choose I agree and click Next
8. Wait until setup installs the software
9. Click Finish to complete the installation
10. The computer will automatically restarts
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Original Bluetooth Driver
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
9.37MB
File Name
a5_bluetooth.zip
Date
09/09/2005
Observations
Original Drivers Package
IMPORTANT NOTE: The package you are about to download contains the drivers that originaly come preinstalled on your unit.
These drivers are automatically reinstalled on your computer if you perform a system recovery.
Furthermore, on most VAIO computers, these drivers can be found on your Hard Disk Drive in the following folder: C:\Drivers or on your Recovery CD.
The drivers included in this package are not updated drivers.
If updated versions of the preinstalled drivers are available for your model, they can be found separately in the Drivers and Updates section of the VAIO web site or via VAIO Update if your computer has this functionality.
Thus, if you are still using the preinstalled Operating System and didn't delete the C:\Drivers folder (for recent models) or still have your Recovery CD's (for older models), you do not need to download this package.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
1.4.04.07110
Size Driver
5.4MB
File Name
soamaf-00897001-un.exe
Date
03/08/2005
Observations
SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter version 1.4.04.07110 for Microsoft Windows XP
This update resolves the following problems:- Exiting SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter from taskbar makes Windows very slow
- Desktop icons and Taskbar disappear after installing McAfee Virus Scan
- Hotkey doesn't work after exiting SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter
- AutoCAD may end suddenly
Download and Installation
1. Close all running applications.
2. Download SOAMAF-00897001-UN.exe and save it to a download directory
3. Double-click SOAMAF-00897001-UN.exe to start the installation
4. The InstallShield Wizard starts
5. Click OK to remove the previous version installed on your computer
6. If the "Shared File Detected" dialog is displayed, check the "Don't display this message again" and click Yes
7. Click Finish when un-installation is completed
8. Click OK to restart the computer
9. When the computer has finished starting, the InstallShield wizard resumes automatically
10. Click Next and wait while Setup is installing the new software
11. Click Finish when the installation is complete.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Intel Wireless LAN Driver
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
10.5.1.59a
Size Driver
24.83MB
File Name
indwll-01035420-un.exe
Date
10/11/2006
Observations
Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG/3945BG/3945ABG Network Connection Driver Version 10.5.1.59a
This update resolves the following problem:- Intel Centrino Wireless Driver Malformed Frame Privilege Escalation
Important: Before installing this driver update, please make sure to use Windows Update to bring your system completely up-to-date.
Download and update instructions
1. Download INDWLL-01035420-UN.exe and save it to a download directory
2. Exit all running applications
3. Go to the download directory and double-click INDWLL-01035420-UN.exe
4. Click Yes to replace the existing software with a new version
5. Wait until setup has finished
Additional information about how to verify successful installation of the wireless driver
Models with Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection
Open Device Manager > Properties of Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection > Driver tab
Driver Date: 2006/06/26 (Y/M/D)
Driver Version: 9.0.4.17
Digital Signer: Microsoft Windows Hardware Compatibility Publisher
Models with Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection or Intel PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection
Open Device Manager > Properties of Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection or Intel PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection > Driver tab
Driver Date: 2006/07/26 (Y/M/D)
Driver Version: 10.5.1.59
Digital Signer: Microsoft Windows Hardware Compatibility Publisher.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Memory Stick Driver
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
2.0.4.7
Size Driver
629.41KB
File Name
tidmsc-00605920-un.exe
Date
13/04/2007
Observations
Memory Stick Driver Update Version 2.0.4.7.
This update adds support for the Memory Stick PRO Duo 8GB and 16GB.
How do I update my software?
1. Exit all running programs
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified
4. Double-click TIDMSC-00605920-UN.exe to run it
5. Click Next and wait while the Wizard installs the new software
6. Click Finish when the installation is completed.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Original Drivers Package (without Bluetooth)
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
64.49MB
File Name
a5_drivers.zip
Date
09/09/2005
Observations
Original Drivers Package
IMPORTANT NOTE: The package you are about to download contains the drivers that originaly come preinstalled on your unit.
These drivers are automatically reinstalled on your computer if you perform a system recovery.
Furthermore, on most VAIO computers, these drivers can be found on your Hard Disk Drive in the following folder: C:\Drivers or on your Recovery CD.
The drivers included in this package are not updated drivers.
If updated versions of the preinstalled drivers are available for your model, they can be found separately in the Drivers and Updates section of the VAIO web site or via VAIO Update if your computer has this functionality.
Thus, if you are still using the preinstalled Operating System and didn't delete the C:\Drivers folder (for recent models) or still have your Recovery CD's (for older models), you do not need to download this package.
How to install High Definition audio driver after Windows XP setup
1. You must first install the Microsoft's KB835221 hotfix
2. Install the audio driver for your sound device
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Original Modem Driver
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
1.42MB
File Name
a5_modem.zip
Date
16/12/2005
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage Mastering Studio
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
1.4.04.05151
Size Driver
9.86MB
File Name
soasms-01200700-un.exe
Date
15/06/2006
Observations
SonicStage Mastering Studio version 1.4.04.05151
Changes from the previous versions:- Remote exploitation of a buffer overflow in SonicStage Mastering Studio could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Download and installation
1. Download SOASMS-01200700-UN.exe and save it to a download directory
2. Close all running applications
3. Go to the download directory and double-click SOASMS-01200700-UN.exe
4. Read the message on the popup window and click OK
5. Click Next
6. Click Ok to remove the currently installed version from your computer
7. Click Finish when the uninstallation is complete
8. Click Next to install the new SonicStage Mastering Studio version
9. Click Finish when the installation is complete
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
SonicStage Mastering Studio
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
2.2.03.09280
Size Driver
13.54MB
File Name
soasms-01103502-un.exe
Date
22/11/2007
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Sony Video Shared Library
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
3.0.00.06290
Size Driver
3.5MB
File Name
soasvl-01280800-un.exe
Date
08/09/2006
Observations
Sony Video Shared Library Version 3.0.00.06290
This update adds support for AVCHD format.
Download and Installation
1. Download SOASVL-01280800-UN.exe and save it to a download directory
2. Exit all running programs
3. Go to the download directory and double-click SOASVL-01280800-UN.exe to start the installation
4. The InstallShield Wizard starts
5. Click Next and wait while the Wizard installs the new software
6. Click Finish when the update is complete.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
Toshiba Bluetooth Stack for Windows
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Version
4.00.31b(SO)
Size Driver
26.94MB
File Name
toablt-01071611-un.exe
Date
10/08/2006
Observations
Toshiba Bluetooth Stack for Windows Version 4.00.31b(SO)
This update resolves the following problem:- Buffer Overrun in Toshiba Bluetooth Stack for Windows
Download and update instructions
1. Download the file "TOABLT-01071611-UN.exe" and save it to a download folder
2. Exit all running programs
3. Ensure that Bluetooth power is turned on
4. Open "Control Panel" (Click Start -> Control Panel)
5. Double-click "Add or Remove Programs"
6. Click to select "Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba"
7. Click "Remove"
8. Click "Yes" to remove Bluetooth stack
9. Restart the notebook (click Start -> Turn Off computer -> Restart)
10. A "Found New Hardware Wizard" dialog appears
11. Click "Cancel"
12. Go to the download folder and double-click "TOABLT-01071611-UN.exe"
13. Select the installation language and click "OK"
14. Click "Next"
15. Click to accept the terms in the licence agreement
16. Click "Next"
17. Click "Install"
18. Select "I accept" to continue the installation without showing warnings for unauthorized drivers
19. Click "OK"
20. Wait while the Wizard installs the software
21. Click "Finish"
22. Click "Yes" to restart the computer
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Edit Components
Operating System
Windows XP 32/64 bits
Version
6.6.00.06130
Size Driver
19.28MB
File Name
ep0000187620.exe
Date
14/07/2009
Observations
VAIO Edit Components Upgrade Program 6.6 - 6.6.00.06130
What is this?
VAIO Edit Components is a plugin for Adobe Premiere, which provides some additional functionality, such as HD Editing, and which improves compatibility between Adobe Premiere and VAIO Applications.
Is this relevant for you?
It is recommended to install this update if you use Adobe Premiere.
What does it fix?
This installer only supports Premiere Pro CS3/Premiere Pro 2.0/Premiere Elements 7/Premiere Elements 4/Premiere Elements 3.0/Premiere Elements 2.0.
Supports of Exporting AVCHD Hardware Encoding by using VAIO AVC Transcoder (VAIO AVC Transcoder is necessary)
Other minor bug fixes
How do I perform this update?
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click EP0000164039.exe to run it.
5. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
6. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
VAIO Update
Operating System
Windows XP 32/64 bits
Version
5.1.1.04090
Size Driver
16.02MB
File Name
ep0000221850.exe
Date
10/06/2010
Observations
VAIO Update 5.1.1.04090
What is this?
Vaio Update is an application similar to Windows Update. It is designed to help you keep your computer up-to-date by assisting you with installation of the latest updates for your VAIO.
What does it fix?
This update provides several improvements to the VAIO Update functionality.
How do I perform this update?
Self-Update
If you open VAIO Update 4, this version will be proposed as an update. Just clicking the Update button will install this version of VAIO Update 5.
If your VAIO comes already preinstalled with VAIO Update 5, the update process is the same, but a reboot will not be required afterwards.
Manual Installation
If you have VAIO Update 3 or older installed on your VAIO, first access Control Panel - Add/Remove Programs, and uninstall VAIO Update from your computer. Afterwards follow below procedure.
In case you have skipped this step before installing VU5, you must first uninstall ALL versions of VAIO Update before moving to below procedure again.
If you have VAIO Update 4 or 5 installed, you can just follow below procedure to install the updated version.
1. Exit all running programs.
2. Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
3. When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
4. Double-click EP0000221850.exe to run it.
5. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
6. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO if asked.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Czech
Size Driver
2MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_cz.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
Dutch
Size Driver
2.02MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_nl.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
English
Size Driver
2.36MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_en.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Finnish
Size Driver
2.01MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_fi.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
French
Size Driver
2.05MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_fr.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
German
Size Driver
2.04MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_de.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Greek
Size Driver
2.01MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_he.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
Italian
Size Driver
2.03MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_it.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Portuguese
Size Driver
2.02MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_pt.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Russian
Size Driver
2.01MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_ru.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Spanish
Size Driver
2.03MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_es.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-A
Model
Sony VGN-A617M
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Swedish
Size Driver
2.02MB
File Name
a5_fs3_h_se.pdf
Access to Official Website Sony
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