| File Description | Date | Version | Size | Download |
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| 1. To download the installation for VGN-Z2 series | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | N/A |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN Please download the installation manual for VGN-Z2 series and refer to the installation steps to install the related XP drivers and applications on VGN-Z2 Series. |
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| 2. To install SATA driver (Optional) | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 0.10 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN If the supplied XP installation disc is used to change the current Operating System to Windows XP Pro(This disc is only bundled with preinstalled Windows Vista Business models.), this driver need not be installed. Otherwise, proceed as below: |
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| 3. To install Chipset Software Installation Utility | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 2.71 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Chipset.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 4. To install Intel Graphics Driver (make sure the switch of video card is at “STAMINA”) | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 19.99 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Graphics-Intel.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 5. To install NVIDIA Graphics Driver(make sure the switch of video card is at “SPEED”) | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 50.77 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Graphics-NVIDIA.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 6. To install KB835221 (Optional) | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 0.60 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN If the supplied XP installation disc is used to change the current Operating System to Windows XP Pro(This disc is only bundled with preinstalled Windows Vista Business models.), this driver need not be installed. Otherwise, proceed as below: |
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| 7. To install Audio driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 22.84 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Audio.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 8. To install Modem driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 2.61 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Modem.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 9. To install Alps Pointing device for VAIO | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.71 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Pointing.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 10. To install Intel Network driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.43 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the LAN-Intel.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 11. To install MARVELL Network driver (Optional) | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.34 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN Ensure the computer is connected to the docking station before installing this driver. Otherwise, please skip this driver. |
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| 12. To install Memory Stick driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.05 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the MS.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 13. To install Memory Stick Icon | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 0.50 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the MSIcon.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 14. To install SD Driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.04 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the SD.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 15. To install Sony NC Device | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.08 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the SonyNC.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 16. To install Sony PI Device | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.09 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the SonyPI.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 17. To install TPM Driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.03 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the TPM.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 18. To install Bluetooth Driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 123.03 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Bluetooth.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 19. To install Camera Driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.17 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Camera.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 20. To install Fingerprint driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 1.04 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the FingerPrint.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 21. To install Intel Wireless LAN driver | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 32.62 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Wireless-Intel.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 22. To install Sony Shared Library | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 2.14 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Sony_Shared_Library.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 23. To install Sony Utilities DLL | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 2.41 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Sony_Utilities_DLL.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 24. To install Setting Utility Series | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 11.62 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Setting_Utility_Series.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 25. To install VAIO Event Service | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 4.34 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the VAIO_Event_Service.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 26. To install VAIO Control Center | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 3.29 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the VAIO_Control_Center.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 27. To install Battery Checker | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 3.29 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Battery-Checker.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 28. To install FrameWork 1.1 (Optional) | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 35.04 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN If the supplied XP installation disc is used to change the current Operating System to Windows XP Pro(This disc is only bundled with preinstalled Windows Vista Business models.), this driver need not be installed. Otherwise, proceed as below: |
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| 29. To install FrameWork 2.0 (Optional) | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 24.04 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN If the supplied XP installation disc is used to change the current Operating System to Windows XP Pro(This disc is only bundled with preinstalled Windows Vista Business models.), this driver need not be installed. Otherwise, proceed as below: |
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| 30. To install Battery Care | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 6.17 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Battery_Care.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 31. To install VAIO Power Management | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 9.57 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the VAIO_Power_Management.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 32. To install Suite QL | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | N/A |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the SuiteQL-AP.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 33. To install Intel Matrix Storage Manager | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 22.15 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Intel_Matrix_Storage_Manager.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 34. To install VAIO Update | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 3.00 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the VAIO_Update.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 35. To install Wireless Switch Setting Utility | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 6.03 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the Wireless_Switch_Setting_Utility.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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| 36. To install TPM Utility | 24 Oct 2008 | N/A | 39.96 MB |
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Applicable ModelsVGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN 1. Download the TPM-Utility.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). |
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Windows XP Downgrade Drivers and Applications for VGN-Z2 Series (Individual drivers)
Article ID:281266(modified 23 Mar 2011)
Applicable Models
VGN-Z26GN, VGN-Z26MN, VGN-Z26SN, VGN-Z27GN
What does this download do?
These are the Windows XP drivers and applications for VGN-Z2 Series(Individual drivers)
Note: These drivers are provided individually to enable a faster download speed.
Available Downloads:
XP downgrade Drivers for VGN-Z2 Series
File name: Audio.EXE
File size: 22.84MB (23,959,901 Byte)
File name: Bluetooth.EXE
File size: 123.03MB (129,006,921 Byte)
File name: Camera.EXE
File size: 1.17MB (1,233,569 Byte)
File name: Chipset.EXE
File size: 2.71MB (2,849,751 Byte)
File name: FingerPrint.EXE
File size: 1.04MB (1,097,332 Byte)
File name: Graphics-Intel.EXE
File size: 19.99MB (20,962,011 Byte)
File name: Graphics-NVIDIA.EXE
File size: 50.77MB (53,239,422 Byte)
File name: KB835221.exe
File size: 642.21MB (657,624 Byte)
File name: LAN-Intel.EXE
File size: 1.43MB (1,504,351 Byte)
File name: LAN-Marvell-Docking.EXE
File size: 1.34MB (1,409,236 Byte)
File name: Modem.EXE
File size: 2.61MB (2,743,989 Byte)
File name: MS.EXE
File size: 1.05MB (1,105,114 Byte)
File name: MSIcon.EXE
File size: 579.11KB (593,010 Byte)
File name: Pointing.EXE
File size: 1.71MB (1,798,448 Byte)
File name: SATA.zip
File size: 190.86KB (195,450 Byte)
File name: SD.EXE
File size: 1.04MB (1,092,317 Byte)
File name: SonyNC.EXE
File size: 1.08MB (1,139,502 Byte)
File name: SonyPI.EXE
File size: 1.09MB (1,143,837 Byte)
File name: TPM.EXE
File size: 1.03MB (1,089,468 Byte)
File name: Wireless-Intel.EXE
File size: 32.62MB (34,211,207 Byte)
XP downgrade Applications for VGN-Z2 Series
File name: Battery_Checker.EXE
File size: 3.29MB (3,454,909 Byte)
File name: Batter_Care.EXE
File size: 6.17MB (6,472,047 Byte)
File name: Framework1.zip
File size: 35.40MB (37,122,379 Byte)
File name: Framework2.zip
File size: 24.04MB (25,209,834 Byte)
File name: Intel_Matrix_Storage_Manager.exe
File size: 22.15MB (23,229,200 Byte)
File name: Setting_Utility_Series.EXE
File size: 11.62MB (12,185,535 Byte)
File name: Sony_Shared_Library.EXE
File size: 2.14MB (2,244,326 Byte)
File name: Sony_Utilities_DLL.EXE
File size: 2.41MB (2,531,345 Byte)
File name: TPM-Utility.EXE
File size: 39.96MB (41,901,803 Byte)
File name: VAIO_Control_Center.EXE
File size: 3.29MB (3,457,158 Byte)
File name: VAIO_Event_Service.EXE
File size: 4.34MB (4,557,715 Byte)
File name: VAIO_Power_Management.EXE
File size: 9.57MB (10,035,080 Byte)
File name: VAIO_Update.exe
File size: 3.00MB (3,146,016 Byte)
File name: Wireless_Switch_Setting_Utility.EXE
File size: 6.03MB (6,324,384 Byte)
Important Notes
IMPORTANT: Before proceeding with the upgrade, disconnect all external hardware devices, including PC Cards etc
Note: Before proceeding, ensure that the VAIO computer is operated using the supplied AC adapter.
Note: Save all data/files and close all running programs
Please note that when installing either of the Windows XP versions, users may no longer have access to some preinstalled software or will not be able to use some of preinstalled functions. Below are the functions that are confirmed to be unusable once users downgrade to Windows XP on VGN-Z2 Series:
1. The audio format which can be output is PCM only. (AC3 and DTS, used for DVD, are converted into PCM 48kHz 2ch and output.)
2. Sound is also output from the built-in Speaker when using HDMI output mode
3. When using Hardware Graphics switch button function to change the graphics mode such as from Intel Graphics to NVIDIA Graphics, there is no pop up notification. Customers need manually restart the computers by themselves.
4. When using STAMINA mode, after changing brightness via Fn+F5/F6 key, the brightness is not saved after restarting the unit.
5. Plug and Display function does not work.
6. Fn+F9/F10 (Zoom in/Zoom out) function key does not work.
7. Sounds are not output when playing back DVD titles that uses Dolby Digital Sounds via Windows Media Player.
8. Blu-ray drive function is not supported.
9. Hard disk Drive protection function cannot be used.
10. Sometimes the error message "System file cannot be updated" appears when installing TPM Professional Package.
11. Some contents in Bluetooth Utility help file are not correct.
12. There is no manual on how to use XP.
13. RAID Function cannot be used.
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