Is Sony VAIO laptop production stopped?

Sony reforms its PC business Though we are discontinuing the sale of PCs, we will continue to offer after-sales support for all Sony-branded VAIO® PCs in accordance with local laws, regulations and warranty policies.

Why is my Sony VAIO laptop screen black?

Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery. Press and hold the power button, or slide and hold the power switch for 30 seconds. Insert the battery and plug the AC adapter back in. Press or slide the power button.

How do I troubleshoot my Sony VAIO laptop?

Use the VAIO Care Application to Troubleshoot Various Issues

1. Turn on your computer on and press the ASSIST button.
2. In the All Programs menu, click VAIO Care.
3. In the Welcome to VAIO Care window, click the Troubleshooting icon.
4. Select one of the three options from the Troubleshooting window:

What is the problem if your laptop screen turns black?

One of the main causes for this issue is a corrupt system file preventing the operating system from loading, resulting in a black or blank screen. Restart Windows to see if it’s a temporary issue and resolves itself with a reboot. If the problem persists, erase your hard drive and reinstall Windows.

How do I get into the BIOS on a Sony VAIO?

How to access the computer BIOS.

1. With the computer turned completely off, press and hold the Assist button until the black VAIO screen appears.
2. At the VAIOCare | Rescue Mode screen, use the Arrow keys to highlight the Start BIOS setup [F2] option, and then press the Enter key.

How do I run a diagnostic on my Sony laptop?

Follow the steps below to diagnose specific hardware device issues:

1. Press the Assist button on the computer.
2. VAIO Care™ utility will launch the Troubleshooting utility.
3. Click Advanced Tools.
4. Click Diagnostics.
5. Choose the desired test.
6. Click either Hard disk drive – quick test or the Hard disk drive – extensive test.

How do I refresh my Sony Vaio laptop?

Note

1. Open the charms and select the Settings charm. (See Opening the Charms to open the charms.)
2. Select Power, press and hold down the Shift key, and select Shut down.
3. Press the ASSIST button while your VAIO computer is off.
4. Select Start troubleshooting (recovery).
5. Select Troubleshoot and Refresh your PC.

Are VAIO computers still made?

Sony reforms its PC business Though we are discontinuing the sale of PCs, we will continue to offer after-sales support for all Sony branded VAIO PCs in accordance with local laws, regulations and warranty policies.

How do I update my Sony Vaio BIOS?

Click Start, select All Programs, select VAIO Update 5. 2. In the VAIO Update Menu, select the BIOS Update version R0170Y7 for VPCCW2 series or BIOS Update version R0280Y6 for VPCF11 series. Then click the Update now button to start installing.

What is S1 button on Sony Vaio?

The S1 button is usually set by default to launch the Internet Explorer application in the Windows Vista Operating System. The following procedure can be used to change the application or function associated with the S1 button. 1. Click the Start button, point to All Programs, and click on the VAIO Control Center.