Anyone know where to find Windows 7 drivers for Sony Vaio?
Looks like they only have XP and Vista on their site. Anything i am trying to install says this driver is not intended for you system.
Should I go back to XP?
Should I go back to XP?
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VGN-FJ250P
not too old, about 4yrs.
not too old, about 4yrs.
Possibly not a good recommendation if you have to fill in details to get a file.
Now see this linkhttp://drp.su/drivers/notebooks/?v=sony&m=VGN-FJ250P&id=2185&l=en
Identifies some drivers for your computer. Don't download that yet. It identifies files which can be sought for later on. Treat that as a bookmark.
You are saying you want drivers but we forgot to ask which ones? Have you managed to do an install yet or do you need drivers to do an install.
Now see this linkhttp://drp.su/drivers/notebooks/?v=sony&m=VGN-FJ250P&id=2185&l=en
Identifies some drivers for your computer. Don't download that yet. It identifies files which can be sought for later on. Treat that as a bookmark.
You are saying you want drivers but we forgot to ask which ones? Have you managed to do an install yet or do you need drivers to do an install.
Hmm.
It looks like if you are running the 910/915 Intel chipsets that there are no specific Windows 7 drivers for it. Intel don't support it.
It looks like if you are running the 910/915 Intel chipsets that there are no specific Windows 7 drivers for it. Intel don't support it.
"... Should I go back to XP? " ==> Possibly. The reason there aren't any Windows 7 drivers posted on Sony's support site is that there aren't any for that system.
However -- first look at Device Manager after installing Windows 7 and see what the list of unknowns looks like. Windows 7 has MANY legacy drivers for earlier chipsets, and may install just fine with no additional drivers required. If the Device Manager display isn't "clean", post what you still need drivers for here and we can likely help.
If it's a "clean" device manager, then the only issue may be whether or not the video adapter on that model will support Aero.
However -- first look at Device Manager after installing Windows 7 and see what the list of unknowns looks like. Windows 7 has MANY legacy drivers for earlier chipsets, and may install just fine with no additional drivers required. If the Device Manager display isn't "clean", post what you still need drivers for here and we can likely help.
If it's a "clean" device manager, then the only issue may be whether or not the video adapter on that model will support Aero.
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Hi guys,
Windows 7 installed just fine. Few things are missing though:
Mass Storage Controller
Video Controller. Display adapter under standard VGA works just fine though.
Hi definition audio device.
Also built-in cam and mic. Althiugh these guys had problems under XP too. Maybe hardware is faulty or dead.
Please advice..
Thank you.
Windows 7 installed just fine. Few things are missing though:
Mass Storage Controller
Video Controller. Display adapter under standard VGA works just fine though.
Hi definition audio device.
Also built-in cam and mic. Althiugh these guys had problems under XP too. Maybe hardware is faulty or dead.
Please advice..
Thank you.
You didn't list the network adapter, so I assume it's working okay and you have internet access from the machine.
Assuming that's correct ...
In Device Manager, right-click on each of the missing elements (e.g. Mass Storage Controller), and select Update Driver. Allow it to search Windows Update ... and see if it finds the appropriate drivers for any of these.
Post back with the results.
Assuming that's correct ...
In Device Manager, right-click on each of the missing elements (e.g. Mass Storage Controller), and select Update Driver. Allow it to search Windows Update ... and see if it finds the appropriate drivers for any of these.
Post back with the results.
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Correct. LAN NIC and Wifi working just fine..
Tried to Search and nothing...
Tried to Search and nothing...
... for the chipset, try the automatic detection/update here:
http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/detect/
http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/detect/
The GMA900 is not officially supported with Windows 7 ... neither Intel nor Microsoft have released drivers for '7. That's unfortunate, as this video chipset DID support Aero under Vista; but this support was not carried forward to the Win7 display model.
There's likely nothing you can do about that -- and the result will be that video acceleration won't work with '7 ... so streaming videos; DVDs; etc. won't play correctly (possibly not at all, although it's more likely you'll just get significant stuttering).
Won't hurt to try fully updating the system to Windows 7 SP1, and then checking Windows Update again ... but if you still don't have any success, I'd simply reinstall XP, since that has full driver support.
There's likely nothing you can do about that -- and the result will be that video acceleration won't work with '7 ... so streaming videos; DVDs; etc. won't play correctly (possibly not at all, although it's more likely you'll just get significant stuttering).
Won't hurt to try fully updating the system to Windows 7 SP1, and then checking Windows Update again ... but if you still don't have any success, I'd simply reinstall XP, since that has full driver support.
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Such a POS!
Went back to XP. Installed fine. Went sony esupport. Selecting XP OS and drivers. Any driver I am trying to installs gives me "this update is not intended to use with your computer model"
Guess if I ever get Sony laptop again.
Went back to XP. Installed fine. Went sony esupport. Selecting XP OS and drivers. Any driver I am trying to installs gives me "this update is not intended to use with your computer model"
Guess if I ever get Sony laptop again.
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OKay I figured what's the issue. The BIOS here got corrupted.
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Does anyone know how to reflash the BIOS?
Why do you think the BIOS is corrupted?
... There's a BIOS update utility on the Sony website -- but it's relatively unlikely that's the issue here. Be CERTAIN that you follow their EXACT instructions for reflashing the BIOS if you decide to do that ... a bad flash can render the system useless (i.e. "dead").
... There's a BIOS update utility on the Sony website -- but it's relatively unlikely that's the issue here. Be CERTAIN that you follow their EXACT instructions for reflashing the BIOS if you decide to do that ... a bad flash can render the system useless (i.e. "dead").
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As you see in msinfo32 the link Reserve. There should be a model number of the system. When i go to the BIOS is says Machine Name - Reserve, Serian Number - Reserve, and UUID: fffffff-fffffffffff-ffffff
I contacted the SONY rep free for 15min and they confirmed that.. But they will not conslt on reflashing the BIOS.
I contacted the SONY rep free for 15min and they confirmed that.. But they will not conslt on reflashing the BIOS.
The Sony site has a BIOS update utility to update the BIOS to version R0140X6.
You can download that utility and update to that version ... or simply reflash it if that's what you already have.
But if the system boots to the OS install media, and installs the operating systems okay, the BIOS is almost certainly working okay. It DOES seem like the CMOS identification string is corrupted ... which would likely be resolved with a BIOS reflash.
You can download that utility and update to that version ... or simply reflash it if that's what you already have.
But if the system boots to the OS install media, and installs the operating systems okay, the BIOS is almost certainly working okay. It DOES seem like the CMOS identification string is corrupted ... which would likely be resolved with a BIOS reflash.
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Hmm, the problem is like I mentioned before; Any softwareI am trying to install from sony support page gives me "this update is not intended to use with your computer model"
This is because it cannot verify the systems model number. So it tells me - I do not know who you are, and aborts the install :-(
This is because it cannot verify the systems model number. So it tells me - I do not know who you are, and aborts the install :-(
Bios is not corrupted. Launch device manager and check for any yellow exclamation or question marks.
Pl post those devices that have yellow marks next to it.
Ded9
Pl post those devices that have yellow marks next to it.
Ded9
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I still believe the BIOS is corrupted. I cannot even use origonal recovery CD's because it cannot verify the model number. so its saying invalid model and exits.
Network controller(wireless) and PCI device have yellow marks. Also, built-in camera and mic dont work. Sound don't work either.
Network controller(wireless) and PCI device have yellow marks. Also, built-in camera and mic dont work. Sound don't work either.
Open the Device Manager, click Start then Run and enter devmgmt.msc
Right click on the device and select properties.
Then select the "Details" tab
Use Ctrl+c to copy the device instance ID string.
Then paste it (Ctrl+v) in your reply.
I will try to find your drivers for you that will work.
Right click on the device and select properties.
Then select the "Details" tab
Use Ctrl+c to copy the device instance ID string.
Then paste it (Ctrl+v) in your reply.
I will try to find your drivers for you that will work.
Follow edbedb suggestion and post the ven and dev ids.
I think the issue is very simple if u post the ven and dev ids.
Ded9
I think the issue is very simple if u post the ven and dev ids.
Ded9
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Here you go. One for Network Controller and the second one for PCI Device.
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_4220&SUBS
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2668&SUBS
There are other things that don't work and not even listed in Device Manager. Built-in cam and mic for example. Sounds dead also.
Thanks!!
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_4220&SUBS
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2668&SUBS
There are other things that don't work and not even listed in Device Manager. Built-in cam and mic for example. Sounds dead also.
Thanks!!
Network driver
http://support.gateway.com/support/drivers/getFile.asp?id=20527&dscr=Calexico%202%20/%20Intel%20PROS&uid=304237089
It is for a gateway computer but should work for your computer..try it..and post the results.
Second one is a sound card driver
http://www.realtek.com.tw/Downloads/
select high def audio codecs and install the software.
Above drivers are for windows XP computer but i would recommend installing windows 7.
Post the results.
Ded9
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You would recommend putting Windows 7 on that laptop? On the sony site they dont even list the drivers for Win7 for that model..
you can install the drivers via legacy mode in windows 7.
Ded9
Ded9
Just checked the sony website..they have drivers for XP and vista. You can install vista drivers in win7 via compatibility mode.
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-list.pl?mdl=VGNFJ250P&SelectOS=29
If still having problems installing the drivers then manually extract the files from the exe. Then launch the update driver wizard and update the driver.
Dont give up on win7 ..try all options..
Ded9
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-list.pl?mdl=VGNFJ250P&SelectOS=29
If still having problems installing the drivers then manually extract the files from the exe. Then launch the update driver wizard and update the driver.
Dont give up on win7 ..try all options..
Ded9
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Really. Thank you!
How to manually extract files from the exe?
How to manually extract files from the exe?
You can use Universal Extractor.
http://www.softpedia.com/get/Compression-tools/Universal-Extractor.shtml
Again i would recommend windows 7 instead of XP. Try it ...might work.
Ded9
http://www.softpedia.com/get/Compression-tools/Universal-Extractor.shtml
Again i would recommend windows 7 instead of XP. Try it ...might work.
Ded9
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I would love to have Windows 7 also. I did install it and wend down to XP again thinking that won't work. Then I realized the BIOS is corrupted.. I will try to use an extractor for the BIOS reflash and see if helps..
I wont recommend flashing bios ...it creates more problems for the mobo..but if you are good with flashing bios ..then go ahead.
Ded9
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OK.. I did install those drivers. Sound seems OK. Wifi controller intalled half way. I see its listed but with yellow mark and not listed under NICs.
Restart the computer after installing the drivers...if still not working...extract the drivers from exe...and manually install them.
Try it
Ded9
Try it
Ded9
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okay.. let me take a small break:-) report back soon.
Thank you!!
Thank you!!
If wifi still not working try this
http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&DwnldID=18408&ProdId=1637&lang=eng&OSVersion=Windows%20XP*&DownloadType=Software%20Applications
Ded9
http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&DwnldID=18408&ProdId=1637&lang=eng&OSVersion=Windows%20XP*&DownloadType=Software%20Applications
Ded9
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OK per your recommendation I am going to attempt with Windows 7 (again). Building a bootable DVD now.
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now I have way more Other devices and uknown devices :-) Oh boy.....
You clearly have a corrupted CMOS ID string. It's not likely that a BIOS flash will resolve this -- it's much more likely a problem with the motherboard (a corrupted EEPROM chip).
With the bad ID string, you probably can't even flash the BIOS, as Sony's flashing utility will likely refuse without a good ID string.
Not much you can do except have the unit serviced -- or simply run it with XP. You should be able to install drivers for XP by finding drivers based on the hardware ID's, even if Sony's site won't let you download them due to a BIOS string mismatch.
With the bad ID string, you probably can't even flash the BIOS, as Sony's flashing utility will likely refuse without a good ID string.
Not much you can do except have the unit serviced -- or simply run it with XP. You should be able to install drivers for XP by finding drivers based on the hardware ID's, even if Sony's site won't let you download them due to a BIOS string mismatch.
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By unit serviced you mean to replace an EEPROM chip?
I was able to install Windows 7 (again). Just missing few drivers. Video and Mass Storage Controller.
I was able to install Windows 7 (again). Just missing few drivers. Video and Mass Storage Controller.
Post the ven and dev ids.
Ded9
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Okay let me get to that machine and find it. I am downloading all the updates from MS. Thinking maybe that will fix all the drivers issues.
How do you find drivers based on the HW Ids? Just google the HW string?
How do you find drivers based on the HW Ids? Just google the HW string?
Install all the updates like service pack 1 and your issue should be resolved. If the issue is still not resolved then we will get it resolved.
First one is for intel video drivers.
and second one is for flash driver.
http://www.sony-asia.com/support/download/61366
Try it but first install all the updates.
Ded9
First one is for intel video drivers.
and second one is for flash driver.
http://www.sony-asia.com/support/download/61366
Try it but first install all the updates.
Ded9
You can get the flash controller here..i think its a memory card reader.
Texas Instruments® PCI7420 Integrated FlashMedia Controller
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-list.pl?mdl=VGNFJ250P&SelectOS=29
select vista business and then click memory stick...under memory stick u will see
Texas Instruments® PCI7420 Integrated FlashMedia Controller
install the driver
Ded9
Texas Instruments® PCI7420 Integrated FlashMedia Controller
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-list.pl?mdl=VGNFJ250P&SelectOS=29
select vista business and then click memory stick...under memory stick u will see
Texas Instruments® PCI7420 Integrated FlashMedia Controller
install the driver
Ded9
If having problems installing the driver then select compatibility mode option like xp or vista. After selecting the compatibility mode install the driver.
You have to do this only if you are not able to install the driver .
Ded9
You have to do this only if you are not able to install the driver .
Ded9
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Great! Only video controller left..
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2792&SUBS
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2792&SUBS
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2792&CC_0
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2792&CC_0
Can you see if you can find it?
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2792&SUBS
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2792&SUBS
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2792&CC_0
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2792&CC_0
Can you see if you can find it?
Right click on the exe file -set it to compatibility mode and then install the driver.
http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&ProdId=1862&DwnldID=12536&ProductFamily=Graphics&ProductLine=Laptop+graphics+controllers&ProductProduct=Mobile+Intel%C2%AE+915GM%2fGMS%2c+910GML+Express+Chipset+Family&lang=eng
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http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&ProdId=1862&DwnldID=12536&ProductFamily=Graphics&ProductLine=Laptop+graphics+controllers&ProductProduct=Mobile+Intel%C2%AE+915GM%2fGMS%2c+910GML+Express+Chipset+Family&lang=eng
Ded9
I mean select xp in compatibility tab and then install the driver.
Ded9
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Looks like the video drivers installed..
dev-mgr.jpg
dev-mgr.jpg
Awesome ..now right click on the video drivers and click update...let it automatically check for any updated drivers.
Ded9
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It says the best driver is already installed... so the latest already installed...
Great...any other driver missing...u can install free anti virus software from ms ...Microsoft security essentials.
Ded9
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THe other thing I am struggling about is built-in cam/mic. I do not see them in device manager though. Tried to install from sony support. Extracted from exe file, ran with Vista compatibility and admin privileges and looks like installed and finished. BUt the scanners and cams dialog box still empty..
Did u check in ymesg..
Ded9
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Yes, no luck..
"Sorry, no Webcam was found on your system"
"Sorry, no Webcam was found on your system"
Device manager looks good there is no exclamation marks. ...check in bios whether all the settings are enabled. ..or on your keyboard. Also check your webcam hardware for any hidden keys.
Ded9
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Nothing in BIOS, and nothing on keyboard and no switches or anything..
IN device manager..what do you see under usb. I think you have to manually install the driver. It might have installed the generic driver.
Post the items or screen shot of devices under usb.
Ded9
Post the items or screen shot of devices under usb.
Ded9
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Sorry for the late reply. Here is a screenshot for USB in dev mgr
dev-mgr.jpg
dev-mgr.jpg
Do you have windows 7 32 bit or 64bit.
I think a lot of old laptops have the same problem after installing windows 7. ...webcam is not getting detected. You can use an external webcam that can be attached to a laptop,...but its your choice.
You will have to sacrifice something ...as the laptop is 4 years old.
Ded9
I think a lot of old laptops have the same problem after installing windows 7. ...webcam is not getting detected. You can use an external webcam that can be attached to a laptop,...but its your choice.
You will have to sacrifice something ...as the laptop is 4 years old.
Ded9
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Yes I know. The cam wasn't working even with XP. So there maybe a hardware failure as well..
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Oh, Win7 32-bit.
If its a hardware failure then nothing can be done...you can buy an external webcam from logitech.
Ded9
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got it. do you have any idea about the keyboard fn keys?
You need to install the keyboard software from sony website...make sure u select vista from os option.
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There is no really a 'keyboard software' listed on sony site. I did try Control and Utilities and no luck.. Vista OS options.
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-download.pl?mdl=VGNFJ250P&upd_id=2181&os_id=7
After u download the exe file set it to compatability mode and then install the software. Restart the computer and then do windows updates. Make sure there are not updates left.
This will enable hotkey feature.
Ded9
After u download the exe file set it to compatability mode and then install the software. Restart the computer and then do windows updates. Make sure there are not updates left.
This will enable hotkey feature.
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No luck. I extracted the EXE. 4 different subfolders came up with different setup.exe files. I install each and every with compat mode and admin privileges. All updates applied...
Try this
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-download.pl?mdl=VGNP530H&upd_id=4373&os_id=27
set it to vista compatibility mode
Ded9
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-download.pl?mdl=VGNP530H&upd_id=4373&os_id=27
set it to vista compatibility mode
Ded9
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No luck here either. Extracted into five different folders with sertup files. Ran each and every one of them with compat Vista mode and admin privileges. Rebooted after that. And no luck.
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I think so too. No need to waste so much time for that. Thank you!
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Thanks very much deda. I had to let it go. My patience ran out here..
You can quite possibly find drivers at other places but you need to know what model Vaio you have and what motherboard in your machine. If there are Vista drivers at the site then those may well work with Windows 7.