Available 111 files for Sony VGN-Z56XG
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Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Wireless LAN Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
967.06KB
File Name
wireless_lan_driver_atheros_8.0a_8.0.0.171.zip
Date
26/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Wireless LAN Driver Intel
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
13.0.0.107
Size Driver
74.4MB
File Name
ep0000208894.exe
Date
20/10/2009
Observations
Wireless LAN Driver (Intel) - 13.0.0.107
Is this relevant for you?|
It is recommended to install this driver update.
What does it fix?
This is a Windows 7 compatibility update
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 EP0000208894.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Smart Network
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
4.97MB
File Name
vaio_smart_network_3.0_3.0.0.09080.zip
Date
29/09/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Transfer Support
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
1.1.2.06030
Size Driver
11.63MB
File Name
ep0000226013.exe
Date
23/06/2010
Observations
VAIO Transfer Support - 1.1.2.06030
What is this?
Vaio Transfer Support allows to easily copy data and settings stored on another VAIO to your current VAIO.
What does it fix?
New interface for VAIO Folder Watcher.
A new PC cannot be connected when there is a 0 in the IP address.
Manual installation instructions
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 EP0000226013.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Gate
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
2.4.0.06210a
Size Driver
13.05MB
File Name
ep0000253294.exe
Date
13/07/2011
Observations
VAIO Gate - 2.4.0.06210a
What is this?
This is the preinstalled launcher bar at the top of the display.
What does it fix?
Previous updates:- Less intrusive behavior.
- Right-click support to add items in VAIO Gate, and to launch VAIO Gate (if not yet running).
From v2.2.1 to v2.4: - Support Message Viewer integrated in VAIO Gate.
- Support configuration of RSS channels integrated in VAIO Gate.
- Added Introduction screens "Welcome to VAIO Gate"
- Support for different font size setting added
- Support for tooltips added.
Manual installation instructions
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 EP0000253294.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Movie Story
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
1.5.01.05120
Size Driver
93.65MB
File Name
ep0000224601.exe
Date
23/06/2010
Observations
VAIO Movie Story Upgrade - 1.5.01.05120
What is this?
VAIO Movie Story is an application which allows to easily create a high-quality movie with a theme and soundtrack, based on imported video and pictures.
Is this relevant for you?
It is recommended to install this update if you use VAIO Movie Story.
What does it fix?
Fixed bugs:1.Problem that title might not enter after opening saved project.
2.Problem that the scene might become black or white.
3.Problem that the scene is distorted when writing it by different aspect ratio.
4.Problem of terminating abnormally when application ends.
Other changes:1.Improvement of each performance.
2.AVC HD High Profile available.
3.Function of font size changing.
4.Function of scene trimming.
5.Function of BGM recommendation.
6.AVC 720P format available.
7.Function of smile and blur image detection.
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 EP0000224601.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Sony Shared Library
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
1.39MB
File Name
sony_shared_library_5.4_5.4.0.05200.zip
Date
29/09/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
SPIC Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
49.19KB
File Name
spic_driver_8.0_09q3_7_8.0.1.1.zip
Date
26/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
PMB VAIO Edition - Video Format Setting
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
1.0.00.03030
Size Driver
394.22KB
File Name
ep0000219885.exe
Date
30/04/2010
Observations
PMB VAIO Edition Settings (Video Format Setting) 1.0.00.03030
What is this?
PMB VAIO Edition is a software suite which enables you to browse and manipulate videos and still images imported to your computer.
What does it fix?
This update corrects PMB's video format setting depending on system locale settings.
Manual installation instructions
Note: this update needs to be installed for every user account which is used on the VAIO.
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 EP0000219885.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Setting Utility Series
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
5.0.1.10300
Size Driver
4.18MB
File Name
ep0000209813.exe
Date
30/12/2009
Observations
Setting Utility Series 5.0.1.10300
What is this?
This utility applies some default settings to various VAIO applications.
What does it fix?
After uninstalling an application that was assigned to S button, other applications later assigned to S button cannot start.
Changes to Battery care function cannot be saved.
The default setting for battery care function is changed.
Improvement of battery charge feature.
How do I perform this update?
Exit all running programs.
Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
Double-click EP0000209813.exe to install the new version. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Setting Utility Series
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
5.43MB
File Name
setting_utility_series_5.0_5.0.0.07300.zip
Date
29/09/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
iTunes Trademark Notation Unified Update Program
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
1.0.1.09180
Size Driver
12.54MB
File Name
ep0000209728.exe
Date
17/11/2009
Observations
iTunes Trademark Notation Unified Update Program - 1.0.1.09180
What does it fix?
This update has several stability and functionality improvements, including MPEG2 playback issues in Windows 7 Home Basic.
It also corrects the iTunes trademark notation.
How do I perform this update?
Exit all running programs.
Download this file and save it to a download directory.
Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click it to start the installation.
Follow the onscreen instructions. After the installation is finished, reboot the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Pointing Device -Touchpad Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
10.37MB
File Name
pointing_driver_alps_7.5a_7.5.505.309.zip
Date
26/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Ethernet Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
237.78KB
File Name
ethernet_driver_marvell_11sa_11.10.5.3.zip
Date
26/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Graphics Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
29.51MB
File Name
graphics_driver_intel_09q3ss3poua_8.14.10.2011.zip
Date
26/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
SFEP Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
22.15KB
File Name
sfep_driver_sony_8.0_09q3_s_7_8.0.1.1.zip
Date
26/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Event Service
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
5.33MB
File Name
vaio_event_service_5.0_5.0.0.07010.zip
Date
29/09/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Audio Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
34.16MB
File Name
audio_driver_realtek_6.0bf_a_s32_6.0.1.5874.zip
Date
23/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Battery Checker Utility
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
2.32MB
File Name
battery_checker_4.0_4.0.0.05260.zip
Date
29/09/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
BIOS
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
R5031M3
Size Driver
4.25MB
File Name
ep0000211672.exe
Date
30/12/2009
Observations
BIOS R5031M3
What is this?
BIOS stands for Basic Input/Output System.
It refers to a piece of firmware which is run when powered on. Its primary functions are to identify and initiate component hardware, and to prepare the computer so that other programs can load.
What does it fix?
Compatibility issue with Bitlocker.
How do I perform this update?
Important:
If you have enabled a Hard Disk or BIOS password, please disable it before the below steps, and to re-enable it after the update finished.
If you use BitLocker, please turn it off before installation. If you update with BitLocker ON, the BitLocker recovery password is required to boot Windows.
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 EP0000211672.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Event Service
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
5.0.3.05060
Size Driver
3.31MB
File Name
ep0000225042.exe
Date
03/06/2010
Observations
VAIO Event Service 5.0.3.05060
What is this?
This application runs in the background, and manages functionality of the VAIO function keys.
What does it fix?
Volume Control by Fn+F3/F4 or remote control does not always work
Application Switch or Application end by remote control does not always work
Color Mode Setting Function does not work (for models implemented with Color Mode Setting Function).
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 EP0000225042.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Bluetooth Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
26.01MB
File Name
bluetooth_driver_broadcom_6.2z3q309_6.2.0.9600a.zip
Date
23/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Chipset Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
2.47MB
File Name
chipset_driver_intel_8.8c_8.8.0.1014_.zip
Date
26/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Click to Disc Editor
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
2.0.03.04150
Size Driver
4.68MB
File Name
ep0000223717.exe
Date
30/04/2010
Observations
Click to Disc Editor 2.0.02.08070
What is this?
Click to Disc Editor is a Sony application that lets you easily create your original Blu-ray Disc and DVD disc with a disc menu.
Is this relevant for you?
It is recommended to install this update if you use Click to Disc for burning video discs.
What does it fix?
Failure to write BD-R in BDAV in full capacity.
A built-in drive might not be recognized.
Burning more than one DVD by using fit to disc function may fail.
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 EP0000223717.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Control Center
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
3.24MB
File Name
vaio_control_center_4.0_4.0.0.06120.zip
Date
29/09/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
WWAN Connection Manager
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
19.89MB
File Name
wwan_connection_manager_b1_generic_all_1.x_32bit-64bit_e_1.0_1.0.0.1_all.zip
Date
22/01/2010
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Peripherals Metadata
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
1.0.1.12090
Size Driver
4.04MB
File Name
ep0000214325.exe
Date
02/02/2010
Observations
VAIO Peripherals Metadata 1.0.1.12090
What is this?
This update makes sure that the Devices and Printers folder gives a quick and correct view of devices connected to your computer
What does it fix?
Addition of new device and printer data
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 EP0000214325.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Click to Disc Upgrader
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
1.2.73.04270
Size Driver
48.72MB
File Name
ep0000225147.exe
Date
03/06/2010
Observations
Click to Disc Upgrader - 1.2.73.04270
What is this?
Click to Disc is a Sony application that lets you easily create your original Blu-ray Disc and DVD disc with a disc menu.
Is this relevant for you?
It is recommended to install this update if you use Click to Disc for burning video discs.
What does it fix?
Videos can now also be imported from an SD Card.
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 EP0000225147.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Color setting File
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
3.53KB
File Name
color_setting_file_for_y_1.0_093q_1.0.20090630.zip
Date
26/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Power Management
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
5.27MB
File Name
vaio_power_management_4.0_4.0.0.08240.zip
Date
29/09/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Presentation Support
Operating System
Windows 7 32/64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
4.32MB
File Name
vaio_presentation_support_2.0_2.0.0.05270.zip
Date
29/09/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
WWAN Driver
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
73.83MB
File Name
wwan_driver_r5_generic_1.x_32bit_64bit_e_6.0_6.0.6.3_all.zip
Date
26/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Bluetooth Enumeration Patch
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
2009101501
Size Driver
1.25MB
File Name
ep0000208638.exe
Date
28/10/2009
Observations
Bluetooth Enumeration patch - 2009101501
Is this relevant for you?
It is recommended to install this driver update if you have performed a full system recovery on your system.
What does it fix?
Bluetooth may not be detected correctly in Device Manager after a full system recovery.
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 EP0000208638.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Entertainment Platform Library Updater 64 bits
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
1.0.0.12100
Size Driver
242.08MB
File Name
ep0000230768.exe
Date
23/12/2010
Observations
VAIO Entertainment Platform Library Updater 64bit - 1.0.0.12100
What is this?
This application analyzes and manages your media collection for usage by VAIO Entertainment applications.
What does it fix?
This update provides an improved background architecture
Bug fixes:Some MP3 files may become unplayable after analysis by VAIO Content Intelligent Analyzing Manager.
BD-RE contents are played back in mono instead of stereo.
Manual installation instructions
Exit all running programs.
Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
Double-click EP0000230768.exe to run it.
Wait while the wizard updates your software.
When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Graphics Driver NVIDIA
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
8.16.11.8735
Size Driver
159MB
File Name
ep0000208017.exe
Date
22/10/2009
Observations
Graphics Driver (Nvidia) 8.16.11.8735
What is this?
This is an updated graphics driver.
Is this relevant for you?
This is a recommended update, as it fixes some compatibilty issues.
What does it fix?
Switching from Stamina to Speed mode is not possible after Suspend or Hibernation.
How do I perform this update?
When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
Ensure that your VAIO is switched to SPEED mode, so that the NVIDIA graphics chipset is used.
Double-click EP0000208017.exe to run it.
Wait while the wizard updates your software.
When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Graphics Driver NVIDIA
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
106.6MB
File Name
graphics_driver_nvidia_rh5_s6_8.16.11.8735.zip
Date
13/11/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Protector Suite
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
34.23MB
File Name
protector_suite_2009_upek_5.9a_64_5.9.2.5746.zip
Date
26/02/2010
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Memory Card Reader Writer Driver MS
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
124.49KB
File Name
memory_card_reader_writer_driver_ricoh_ms_6.3x64_h_6.3.0.61.zip
Date
27/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Memory Card Reader Writer Driver SD
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
34.76KB
File Name
memory_card_reader_writer_driver_ricoh_sd_6.3x64_j_6.3.2.28.zip
Date
27/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Memory Card Reader Writer Driver SD CPRM
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
47.19KB
File Name
memory_card_reader_writer_driver_ricoh_sd_cprm_3.1x64_d_3.1.0.4.zip
Date
27/10/2009
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
TPM Professional Package Infineon
Operating System
Windows 7 64 bits
Version
Originally Installed
Size Driver
32.02MB
File Name
tpm_professional_package_infineon_3.6a_64_3.60.2071.01.zip
Date
26/02/2010
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
PMB VAIO Edition - Video Format Setting
Operating System
Windows Vista 32/64 bits
Version
1.0.00.03030
Size Driver
394.22KB
File Name
ep0000219885.exe
Date
30/04/2010
Observations
PMB VAIO Edition Settings (Video Format Setting) 1.0.00.03030
What is this?
PMB VAIO Edition is a software suite which enables you to browse and manipulate videos and still images imported to your computer.
What does it fix?
This update corrects PMB's video format setting depending on system locale settings.
Manual installation instructions
Note: this update needs to be installed for every user account which is used on the VAIO.
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 EP0000219885.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Click to Disc Editor
Operating System
Windows Vista 32/64 bits
Version
2.0.03.04150
Size Driver
4.68MB
File Name
ep0000223717.exe
Date
30/04/2010
Observations
Click to Disc Editor 2.0.02.08070
What is this?
Click to Disc Editor is a Sony application that lets you easily create your original Blu-ray Disc and DVD disc with a disc menu.
Is this relevant for you?
It is recommended to install this update if you use Click to Disc for burning video discs.
What does it fix?
Failure to write BD-R in BDAV in full capacity.
A built-in drive might not be recognized.
Burning more than one DVD by using fit to disc function may fail.
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 EP0000223717.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Movie Story
Operating System
Windows Vista 32/64 bits
Version
1.5.01.05120
Size Driver
93.65MB
File Name
ep0000224601.exe
Date
23/06/2010
Observations
VAIO Movie Story Upgrade - 1.5.01.05120
What is this?
VAIO Movie Story is an application which allows to easily create a high-quality movie with a theme and soundtrack, based on imported video and pictures.
Is this relevant for you?
It is recommended to install this update if you use VAIO Movie Story.
What does it fix?
Fixed bugs:1.Problem that title might not enter after opening saved project.
2.Problem that the scene might become black or white.
3.Problem that the scene is distorted when writing it by different aspect ratio.
4.Problem of terminating abnormally when application ends.
Other changes:1.Improvement of each performance.
2.AVC HD High Profile available.
3.Function of font size changing.
4.Function of scene trimming.
5.Function of BGM recommendation.
6.AVC 720P format available.
7.Function of smile and blur image detection.
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 EP0000224601.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
VAIO Content Importer - VAIO Content Exporter Upgrader
Operating System
Windows Vista 32/64 bits
Version
1.4.73.04270
Size Driver
46.35MB
File Name
ep0000225148.exe
Date
03/06/2010
Observations
VAIO Content Importer / VAIO Content Exporter - 1.4.73.04270
What is this?
This tool allows you to transfer media files (videos and pictures) between your VAIO Computer and a DVD, digital still camera or camcorder.
The Content Exporter also allows some basic video editing.
What does it fix?
Video can now be imported from SD Cards.
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 EP0000225148.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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Setting Utility Series
Operating System
Windows Vista 32/64 bits
Version
5.0.1.10300
Size Driver
4.18MB
File Name
ep0000209813.exe
Date
30/12/2009
Observations
Setting Utility Series 5.0.1.10300
What is this?
This utility applies some default settings to various VAIO applications.
What does it fix?
After uninstalling an application that was assigned to S button, other applications later assigned to S button cannot start.
Changes to Battery care function cannot be saved.
The default setting for battery care function is changed.
Improvement of battery charge feature.
How do I perform this update?
Exit all running programs.
Download this update and save it to your hard drive.
When the download is completed, locate the downloaded file in the location you specified.
Double-click EP0000209813.exe to install the new version. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
XP downgrade installer v4.0 for VAIO Notebooks
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Size Driver
361.59KB
File Name
setup_z.exe
Date
02/12/2008
Observations
How to use the Sony VAIO XP assistant
The XP Assistant downloads and installs all drivers needed to use your VAIO under Windows XP for you.
Please note: - Using your VAIO with Windows XP is possible, but subject to a number of functional limitations. Features of your VAIO may be completely or partially non-functional when running Windows XP. Please review the list of limitations for your VAIO before using the XP assistant.
- Installing drivers will only be available as an option if you run the XP Assistant on the matching VAIO Series under Windows XP.
- If your VAIO is a Configure-To-Order (CTO) model, you may need to install some drivers manually.
A. Prepare the following before you start: 1. Your own Microsoft Windows XP install disc and license key or a VAIO XP recovery disc*.
*Some VAIO notebooks bundled with Windows Vista Business or Windows 7 Professional have a VAIO XP recovery disc bundled. These discs are not available for all models and are not available in all countries. If your VAIO came with a XP recovery disc, use that instead of your own purchased Windows XP install media.
2. A blank CD-R or a USB flash drive to store the XP drivers.
3. A USB floppy drive and floppy disk (in case SATA drivers are needed for your own Windows XP installation disc).
4.Printing these instructions is recommended.
B. Download XP drivers
1. Accept the disclaimer below to start the download.
2. Once the download is complete, start the setup executable (e.g. Setup_SR.exe).
3. Review the limitations listed for the XP Downgrade of the VAIO model.
4. Check 'I have read and understood these limitations' and click 'Next'.
5. A notice will be displayed that will show you the currently available options. If none or not all drivers were downloaded yet, the download will start after you click 'Next'. You will be prompted before the Assistant performs any other action.
6. After the download is complete, please follow the on-screen instructions to burn the XP drivers to a CD. Alternatively you can copy them from C:\VAIO\XP_Downgrade\ to a USB flash drive yourself.
C. Install Windows XP on your VAIO
1. Create recovery discs using VAIO Recovery Center to avoid unnecessary costs if you want to return the VAIO to it's factory state later.
2. Back-up all data that may be contained on the VAIO's hard disk.
3. Slide the VAIO's Wireless switch to the 'on' position.
4. Connect the VAIO to the main's power with it's AC-Adapter.
5. Disconnect all optional devices (such as Express Cards, USB devices, etc). Leave only the AC-Adapter connected.
6. Insert the Windows XP into the disc drive of your VAIO.
7. Shut down the VAIO and then start it again from the Windows XP disc.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions given by the Windows XP setup.
Note: Depending on the version of your XP disc, XP setup may be unable to access your VAIO's hard disk. If you can not install, please proceed as follows: A. Download the SATA driver from the XP download section of this website and place the driver files on a floppy disk.
B. Insert the floppy disk into a USB floppy drive and connect that to the VAIO you want to install XP on.
C. Start the XP Setup, press F6 to load a driver when Setup offers this. XP Setup will show all drivers on the floppy.
D. Install the XP drivers
1. Place the XP driver CD you just created into the CD/DVD drive of the VAIO you want to downgrade.
2. Run the XP assistant from this CD and follow the on-screen instructions.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
SATA Driver Intel (Non-RAID)
Operating System
Windows XP 32 bits
Size Driver
190.5KB
File Name
sata_driver_intel_non_raid_8.0c_8.0.0.1039.zip
Date
05/11/2008
Observations
SATA Driver Intel (Non-RAID) for VAIO notebooks without bundled XP Recovery Disc
* In order to do the XP installation on this unit you would need a USB floppy disk drive and a floppy disk. These are not supplied with the Vaio by default.
- Copy the content of the zipped Sata driver file to an empty floppy disk.
- Start the VAIO and enter the BIOS by pressing F2 several times when the VAIO logo is displayed. Go to the Boot section by pressing the right arrow and enable the external drive boot option by pressing enter and selecting enabled. Confirm by pressing enter again, then press the right key once more and select exit setup. Select Yes and press enter.
- Boot the unit with your XP SP2 disc in the drive and press F6 at the beginning of the windows setup to install a raid driver. Insert the floppy in the USB floppy drive and wait until the system asks you to Specify a driver. Press the S button to specify the driver and select the driver. Confirm by pressing enter and enter again to continue the setup.
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
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-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Bulgarian
Size Driver
0.47MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_bg_hu.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Bulgarian
Size Driver
0.59MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_bg_hu.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Bulgarian
Size Driver
3.49MB
File Name
z5_h_bg.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Czech
Size Driver
3.48MB
File Name
z5_h_cz.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Czech
Size Driver
0.55MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_cz_sk.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Czech
Size Driver
0.44MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_cz_sk.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Danish
Size Driver
0.62MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_da_fi_se.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Danish
Size Driver
1.28MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_da_fi_se.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Danish
Size Driver
3.48MB
File Name
z5_h_da.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Dutch
Size Driver
0.3MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_nl.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Dutch
Size Driver
3.5MB
File Name
z5_h_nl.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Dutch
Size Driver
0.28MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_nl.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
English
Size Driver
0.28MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_en.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
English
Size Driver
3.5MB
File Name
z5_h_en.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
English
Size Driver
0.3MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_en.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Finnish
Size Driver
1.28MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_da_fi_se.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Finnish
Size Driver
3.47MB
File Name
z5_h_fi.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Finnish
Size Driver
0.62MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_da_fi_se.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
French
Size Driver
3.52MB
File Name
z5_h_fr.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
French
Size Driver
0.29MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_fr.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
French
Size Driver
0.3MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_fr.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
German
Size Driver
0.3MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_de.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
German
Size Driver
3.51MB
File Name
z5_h_de.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
German
Size Driver
0.3MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_de.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Greek
Size Driver
0.33MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_he.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Greek
Size Driver
3.55MB
File Name
z5_h_he.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Greek
Size Driver
0.3MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_he.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Hungarian
Size Driver
0.47MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_bg_hu.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Hungarian
Size Driver
3.53MB
File Name
z5_h_hu.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Hungarian
Size Driver
0.59MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_bg_hu.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
Italian
Size Driver
0.29MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_it.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
Italian
Size Driver
3.5MB
File Name
z5_h_it.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Information
Document PDF
Operating System
Manual
Language Manual
Italian
Size Driver
0.28MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_it.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Polish
Size Driver
1.5MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_pl_ro.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Polish
Size Driver
1.55MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_pl_ro.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Polish
Size Driver
3.51MB
File Name
z5_h_pl.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Portuguese
Size Driver
3.49MB
File Name
z5_h_pt.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Portuguese
Size Driver
0.25MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_pt.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Portuguese
Size Driver
0.3MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_pt.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Romanian
Size Driver
1.55MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_pl_ro.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Romanian
Size Driver
3.5MB
File Name
z5_h_ro.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Romanian
Size Driver
1.5MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_pl_ro.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Russian
Size Driver
0.54MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_ru_ua.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Russian
Size Driver
3.51MB
File Name
z5_h_ru.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Russian
Size Driver
0.51MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_ru_ua.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Slovak
Size Driver
0.44MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_cz_sk.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Slovak
Size Driver
0.55MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_cz_sk.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Slovak
Size Driver
3.5MB
File Name
z5_h_sk.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Spanish
Size Driver
3.51MB
File Name
z5_h_es.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Spanish
Size Driver
0.27MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_es.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Spanish
Size Driver
0.36MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_es.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Swedish
Size Driver
0.62MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_da_fi_se.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Swedish
Size Driver
3.46MB
File Name
z5_h_se.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Swedish
Size Driver
1.28MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_da_fi_se.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Turkish
Size Driver
0.36MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_tr.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Turkish
Size Driver
3.68MB
File Name
z5_h_tr.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Turkish
Size Driver
0.34MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_tr.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Ukrainian
Size Driver
0.54MB
File Name
2009q3_trg_ru_ua.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
User Guide
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Ukrainian
Size Driver
3.5MB
File Name
z5_h_ua.pdf
Company
Sony
Categories
Notebooks & Tablet PCs
Serie
Sony VGN-Z
Model
Sony VGN-Z56XG
Description
Guarantee Documents
Operating System
Document PDF
Language Manual
Ukrainian
Size Driver
0.51MB
File Name
2009q3_guar_ru_ua.pdf
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