Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B Notebooks & Tablet PCs > Downloads Drivers, Utilities, Manual and BIOS

Company

Sony

Categories

Notebooks & Tablet PCs

Serie

Sony VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

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 VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

Description

VAIO Smart Network Update

Operating System

Windows 7 32/64 bits

Version

3.8.0.08120

Size Driver

32.21MB

File Name

ep0000250908.exe

Date

30/08/2011

Observations

VAIO Smart Network Update - 3.8.0.08120
What is this?
This application manages your wireless network connections.
What does it fix?
This update supports Wi-Fi Direct. In order to use this feature, make sure the latest Wireless driver is installed on your system.
Wi-Fi Direct allows video playback over wireless to Wi-Fi Direct enabled BRAVIA televisions.

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 EP0000250908.exe to run it.
5. Select Continue, and wait until VAIO Smart Network is uninstalled.
6. Double-click EP0000250908.exe again.
7. Select Continue, and Next, and wait while the wizard updates your software.
8. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.

Company

Sony

Categories

Notebooks & Tablet PCs

Serie

Sony VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

Description

ATI HDMI Audio Driver

Operating System

Windows 7 64 bits

Version

Originally Installed

Size Driver

15.61MB

File Name

redaud-00246285-0042.zip

Date

23/06/2011

Observations

This utility will install the original shipped version of the ATI HDMI Audio Driver for the Sony VAIO

ATI HDMI Audio Driver, Version 6.0.1.6034 for Microsoft Windows 7
This utility will install the originally shipped version of the ATI HDMI Audio Driver for the Sony VAIO computers listed below.

IMPORTANT NOTES: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY.
WARNING!!:
This utility is only for use with the following Sony VAIO Computers

PCG;PCV;VGN;VGC;VGX;VPC;

Do not install this utility with any other model of computer (including other Sony computers sold worldwide).
NOTE:
During the installation of this update, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
NOTE:
To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
NOTE:
It is highly recommended that you print out these instructions as a reference during the installation process.

Download And Installation Instructions
Please follow the steps below to download and install the REDAUD-00246285-0042.EXE program.
1. Click the "Go to Step 2. Software Agreement" link at the bottom of this page.
2. Read the Software License Agreement and click "Accept".
3. Download the REDAUD-00246285-0042.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
4. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the REDAUD-00246285-0042.EXE file to begin the installation.
5. At the "ATI HDMI Audio Driver for Microsoft Windows 7" click Next.
6. At the "Finish" screen, click Finish.
NOTE:
If either a "Severe" error or "Software Status " message box appears, please check the list of Known Issues and Limitations.
The installation of the ATI HDMI Audio Driver is completed.

Company

Sony

Categories

Notebooks & Tablet PCs

Serie

Sony VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

Description

Audio Driver Realtek

Operating System

Windows 7 64 bits

Version

6.0.1.6358

Size Driver

14.03MB

File Name

ep0000250510.exe

Date

01/07/2011

Observations

Audio Driver (Realtek) 6.0.1.6358
What does it fix?
MP3 files may not play in Windows Media Player after resume from sleep with HDMI connected.
When setting external mode on HDMI, a movie playback on PowerDVD is not smooth after resume from sleep state.

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 EP0000250510.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 VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

Description

BIOS

Operating System

Windows 7 64 bits

Version

R1101V2

Size Driver

2.48MB

File Name

ep0000250856.exe

Date

01/07/2011

Observations

BIOS - R1101V2(64bit)
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?
This update is only required when reversing an XP downgrade. It does not contain specific improvements over the originally installed Bios version.
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 EP0000250856.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 VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

Description

VAIO Event Service

Operating System

Windows 7 64 bits

Version

5.5.2.06280

Size Driver

3.7MB

File Name

ep0000251540.exe

Date

13/07/2011

Observations

VAIO Event Service - 5.5.2.06280
What is this?
This application runs in the background, and manages functionality of the VAIO function keys.
What does it fix?
This update fixes a memory leak issue.
Manual installation steps

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 EP0000251540.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 VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

Description

Wireless LAN Driver Atheros

Operating System

Windows 7 64 bits

Version

9.2.0.427

Size Driver

15.94MB

File Name

ep0000255265.exe

Date

13/09/2011

Observations

Wireless LAN Driver (Atheros) - 9.2.0.427
What does it fix?
This update supports Wi-Fi Direct. In order to use this feature, make sure the latest version of VAIO Smart Network is installed on your system.
Wi-Fi Direct allows video playback over wireless to Wi-Fi Direct enabled BRAVIA televisions.
Manual installation steps
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 EP0000255265.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 VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

Description

VPCCB Sata Driver

Operating System

Windows XP 32 bits

Size Driver

232.51KB

File Name

vpccb_intel_mobile_express_chipset_sata_ahci_controller.zip

Date

09/08/2011

Observations

XP Downgrade SATA Driver VPCCB
SATA Driver Intel 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 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 VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

Description

XP downgrade installer v4.0 for VAIO Notebooks

Operating System

Windows XP 32 bits

Size Driver

649.11KB

File Name

setup_cb.exe

Date

30/06/2011

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.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When installing the XP Drivers, please also download and install BIOS R1101V2.
This is of vital importance in order to ensure proper functioning of the XP Drivers.
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 VPCCB

Model

Sony VPCCB2Z8E-B

Description

BIOS

Operating System

Windows XP 32 bits

Version

R1101V2 (Important! This is a required update)

Size Driver

2.45MB

File Name

ep0000250852.exe

Date

01/07/2011

Observations

BIOS - R1101V2(32bit)
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?
This update fixes a system stability and fan control issue.
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 EP0000250852.exe to run it.
5. Wait while the wizard updates your software.
6. When the installation is complete, restart the VAIO.

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