What key do I have to press to access the Bios on a Sony VGN-SZ2XP/C laptop?

right click anywhere on your screen, find the screen resolution tab and click on it. change your display to 1920 by 1080. if this doesn't work, try a few of the other screen resolutions.

Follow these steps to access the BIOS on a VAIO computer.
WARNING: Other than resetting the BIOS to the default values, making changes to the BIOS is an advanced procedure that can produce unintended results if not done properly. For instance, if you set a Machine Password and later forget that password, it will require advanced technical support and possibly service to regain access to the computer.

1. Turn off the computer.IMPORTANT: If you are having difficulty accessing the BIOS, or are doing so as a step in troubleshooting an issue, it is recommended that you remove all media or any peripheral devices connected to the computer before trying to access the BIOS.
2. Restart the computer.
3. At the black VAIO logo screen, press the F2 key.

If you are accessing the BIOS as a step in troubleshooting an issue, you may need to reset the BIOS to the default settings. While the exact steps will vary slightly based on the version of the BIOS installed on the computer, these general steps will allow you to reset the BIOS to the factory default values:

1. In the Setup Utility window, use the arrow key to select Exit.
2. At the Exit screen, press the down arrow key to select Get Default Values, and then press the Enter key.
3. At the Get Default Values prompt, use the arrow keys to select Yes, and then press the Enter key.
4. At the Exit screen, with Exit Setup selected, press the Enter key.
5. At the Exit prompt, use the arrow keys to select Yes, and then press the Enter key.
6. The computer will restart.

Reference: How to reset the BIOS to the default settings

I would guess that the video driver has not been installed? If it has, try changing the display resolution to see if it will fill the screen.

You can obtain driver software for this machine at the following URL:

http://support.vaio.sony.eu/computing/vaio/downloads/preinstalled/index.aspx?l=en_GB&m=VGN-SZ2XP_C

Not sure which key Sony used but the easiest way to reset the Bios for a laptop is to start teh computer and go straight to Bios and select to restore Default settings. All Bios setups ahve this option. It is normally the F2, Del, F10 or F12 key right after you see the initial splash screen after tuning the computer on. The only other option I can think of without tearing the system open would be to remove the power cord, the main battery and the Bios battery if you have access then put it all back. In some models you can remove teh covers from the hard drive or Ram on the bottom of the computer and get to the Bios battery to remove it. I know a lot of HP models have that so it may be an option with the Vaio.

Please restart the computer and try pressing the F10 or F8 Key to enter BIOS Setup. If the issue persists then it might be with the Keyboard or Hardware issue. In that case please contact Sony Service Center.The AC Adapter has to be used which is compatible with the particular model of the Notebook.

Hi clong80,

To acces the BIOS, restart the Computer, press and hold the F2 Key for 7 to 10 seconds when the Sony VAIO Logo appears.Press the "Esc" button to exit. If you make any changes, you may need to press the F10 Key to save the Changes. You can press the F9 Key to restore the default values and F10 to save the changes.

Good Luck!

Hope this helps.

Please post back if you require further assistance.

Thanks for using Fixya.

First check if the Vista Service Pack 1 or 2 is installed in the Computer and what is the version of the BIOS installed in the Computer.

To check the information about the Service Pack installed in the Computer:

Click on Start, type WINVER in the Search area and then press the Enter key.

Or

Please goto Start Menu, select 'All programs', select 'Accessories' to access 'Run' option and enter 'WINVER' and check whether Windows Vista SP1 or 2 is installed in the Computer.

To check the version of the BIOS installed in the Computer:

Click on Start, type MSINFO32 in the Search area and then press the Enter key.

In the System Information window check the BIOS version.

If the installed BIOS version is not R0231Q0 or higher then install the BIOS update in the Computer from this Link.

http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-download.pl?mdl=VGNCR190E&upd_id=3745&os_id=28

This is a known issue with a VGN-CR series Computer when Audio may not work properly after installing Microsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1).

Installing the BIOS update should resolve the issue.

If the issue still persists after installing the BIOS update then you may try installing the Audio Driver from this Link.

NOTE: Please first go for the BIOS update as it is a well known issue with a VGN-CR series Computers.

If the issue still persists, follow the steps as mentioned on this Link to resolve the issue.


Good Luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Please first check whether the Vista Service Pack 1 or 2 is installed in the Computer and what is the version of the BIOS installed in the Computer.

To check the information about the Service Pack installed:

Click on Start, type WINVER in the Search area and then press the Enter key.

Or

Please goto Start Menu, select 'All programs', select 'Accessories' to access 'Run' option and enter 'WINVER' and check whether Windows Vista SP1 or 2 is installed in the Computer.


To check the version of the BIOS installed in the Computer:

Click on Start, type MSINFO32 in the Search area and then press the Enter key.

In the System Information window check the BIOS version.

If the installed BIOS version is not R1121Q0 or higher then install the BIOS update in the Computer from this Link.

http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-download.pl?mdl=VGNCR220E&upd_id=3618&os_id=28

This is a known issue with a VGN-CR series Computer when Audio may not work properly after installing Microsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1).

Installing the BIOS update should resolve the issue.

If the issue still persists after installing the BIOS update then you may try installing the Audio Driver from this Link.

NOTE: Please first go for the BIOS update as it is a well known issue with a VGN-CR series Computers.




Good Luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Its either F2 or F3, Sony vaion use them both.
During starup press one off them


Good luck