Just wanted to let you know that it is easy to replace the HD in the R505DL. I was scared after reading some of the posts concerning other R505 models. All you...
Well, the hardware was easy but replacing the image or installing windows is not. I am not able to load window after trying either method. I get an error that...
I always use cloning software like Acronis True Image or Ghost rather than image files or reinstalls to avoid the exact problem you are having. Put your...
Hi I replaced the hard drive on my Sony VAIO PCG-862A (Model: PCGXG500). I installed Windows XP pro. I installed LINKSYS Wireless-G Notebook Adapter. I...
Hi Bob, The Linksys card should have come with Windows XP Drivers. Probably in the form of a CD-ROM? If you can't find it & have access to the Internet, Go to...
I have a bad CMOS Battery. I ordered one that I thought would work since it specifically said Vaio models including mine PCG505TR. Anyway, when it got here...
You're gonna think I'm nuts, but I'd first check the price at the Sony Accessories Store to see what it is? I guess that really won't help though, being that...
Mine came with the wires and connector affixed. Go to: http://www.batterymart.com/battery.mv?Screen=SFNT&Store_Code=store&Affiliate=hitsusa and search on...
Oops Wrong forum. Sorry! But battery mart should have a Sony CMOS battery, just harder to search for. --Bill Brady - wmbrady@... [Non-text portions of...
My boot patition is hashed. Drive is fine but a failed linux install has left my z505HS unbootable. This has never happened to me before on this machine. Now I...
Does anyone have a netboot.img file that will work on the z505 to install linux from the internet. CDrom install is not an option for me as I do not have the...
... I have never tried booting my 505G off a floppy, normally I would walk barefoot over broken glass rather than touch a floppy disc! Assuming that your...
Is any one interested in purchasing a PCG-GRT100P LCD screen. It was recently replaced. The laptop motherboard is toast, but the LCD screen was recently...
David Swider
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Oct 23, 2006 11:34 pm
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Hello If, anyone is interested I have new module (2chips) of 64mb that will fit the follow Sony Vaio G series F, T, and the Vx,Ve $20 thank you...
Hello I'm try to install a 40gb HD into a Vaio SR5K had anyone installed one or larger?? If so, What Bios revision do you have? Ive been to the Sony site, and...
hey all, i have a z505r that i upgraded to xp, mem to 320, fixed the batt at batteryrefill, and harddrive to 80g, no problems. was running like a champ for...
thanx, for the infor I also have N505VE that I need to upgrade btw have you had any problems with the power connector? the small rectangular connector you plug...
I've never had any problem with my power adapter connector, but I sometimes have problem with the connection between the adapter and power cord. It's getting...
I have been given a 505G with 96 megs RAM as an addition to my retirement home for elderly computers. It is in good condition and everything seems to work...
I purchased a battery on Ebay from Yock for my z505HS. When I recieved it, the battery had about 80% charge. I started using the battery Which seemed to take a...
Can anyone recommend a linux Distro that works out of the box for the Z505HS? There is alot of people posting with an Old vers of RedHat, but with many tweaks....
I actually have a Z505HS also. I just put xubuntu 6.06 LTS on it. Seems to work great outta da box, too. I just don't remember having to make any tweaks...
... I did not respond to your original post as I do not have the same hardware as you. I did have a similar problem with my 505G and the PCGA-CD5 CD-ROM...
I have a R505DL that is acting up. The hard drive spins long enough to try to find the Windows XP Home it was installed with (say 5 seconds) and then never...
Sad thing about Windows XP, if you install it on a hard drive on a computer that has different components (motherboard, CPU, etc.) it will not usually start on...
Sad thing about Sony Vaio's ... they don't let anyone else's CD- ROM's work as a boot device. I did mention in my note that mine in the docking station stopped...
Dan, It looks like you are out of luck. I search for about 15 minutes for a CD or DVD drive for an R505DL and came up with nothing. No retail and no eBay hits....
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