Normally, most programs that can be run in Windows XP can be run in Windows 7, because Windows 7 comes equipped with a compatibility mode to address this problem. You may want to run programs that can only be run in Windows XP, thanks to lazy developers who are not patching/updating their software.There are some very specific reasons why you would want to do this. The Windows Virtual PC allows running Windows XP inside a window within Windows 7. When Windows 7 was rolled out, they offered a nifty feature called Windows Virtual PC as an optional download.
Hardware Virtualization further supplements this by allowing the secondary operating system to access the capabilities of the processor and/or motherboard in a more direct manner, resulting in more performance. Usually, the host operating system pretends to emulate the hardware requirements of the other operating system. Hardware Virtualization is the capability of a computer’s processor and/or motherboard to allow the operating system to to run another operating system. I am not in a position to provide any kind of support whatsoever. The purpose of writing about this experience is to contribute to the existing body of knowledge on this subject. Worse, there is a very realistic probability of bricking your computer for good and the possibility of voiding your warranty. And what worked for me may not necessarily work for you, even if you replicate each step to the very best. If the BIOS update process is interrupted, it could result in turning the laptop into a glorified paper weight.Note that what follows is not a how-to guide. Relying on battery power during a BIOS update could mean running out of juice mid-update. Even though the Vaio laptop is portable, make sure it is plugged in. The Sony statement also suggests “If you have any questions or need additional assistance with the firmware update installation, call Sony technical support at (866) 496-7669 for assistance.”Ī BIOS update is not a complex task per se, but it can be daunting for less technical users. Sony is directing users with affected Vaio laptops to apply the update to prevent overheating issues. To resolve the problem, Sony has developed a firmware update for the BIOS. While there are no reports of fires or burns caused by the overheating issue, Sony warns that it is a possibility. Sony has received nearly 40 reported cases of Vaio laptops overheating to the point that the casing becomes deformed. The BIOS for the Vaio laptops was developed by a third party, and customized for Sony by a separate third party, but Sony tested it on the Vaio platform prior to making it available. The heat management system in the BIOS of affected Vaio laptops is not functioning properly and can cause the system to run hot.
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