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Sony PCG-505F
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 7:09 am
by SunShock
Accidentally flashed with update for Z505. On attempted boots, HD light turns on for 2 seconds. Blank screen, no accepted input. Booting from floppy or recov CD impossible. Won't shut off without pulling the plug. Any clues on what I should do about repair/replacement BIOS? (New Mobo costs more than entire laptop replacement).
Posted: Thu Mar 13, 2003 9:54 pm
by Joe
Hello, with the condition you are describing you most likely have a power problem rather than just a BIOS problem now..
The Sony Vaio line is known for these "power conditions" after a bad flash, and all the damage is done while the BIOS update is performing the KBC (keyboard) update.
There is a slim chance that a BIOS replacement may help, but I wouldn't be 100% sure.
Joe
Posted: Sat Mar 15, 2003 5:13 am
by Joe
Also, you can check the situation by feeling the processor, if it gets hot when the power button is pushed, a BIOS replacement may fix it.
Joe
Posted: Sat Dec 27, 2003 4:37 pm
by arvinth
Joe wrote:Also, you can check the situation by feeling the processor, if it gets hot when the power button is pushed, a BIOS replacement may fix it.
Joe
I also have the same problem, any place recommended for service, I live in NJ and work at NYC.
Is it possible to change the BIOS by myself. can u guide me. Thanks in advance
