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Legacy Update – the new and easy way to update old versions of Windows

A new method to update older versions of Windows is now available.

Named ‘Legacy Update’, it is a modification which restores installing Windows updates on Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8 and 8.1. This has been confirmed working as of June, 2023.

Vista drivers pack download link fixed

29DecemberArjan

Unfortunately, when migrating the downloads to another file host, I had forgotten to update the download link to the Vista pack and the old link became broken. This has now been fixed. The Vista pack should now be available for download once again.

Recovery disks now available from Internet Archive

8MayArjan2 Comments

You can now download the recovery disks for some models from the Internet Archive. This makes it easier to obtain a set and more VAIO UX models are now supported (previously only 380N, now 180P, 230N, 280N and 380/390N).

Meet the upcoming GPD WIN 3 with Sony VAIO UX-inspired design!

13DecemberArjan1 Comment

This article is *not* sponsored in any way. I’ve made it because I think it’s relevant for UX fans. Hello, folks! Today, I’ve got some cool news for you! The Chinese company GPD, known for its handheld gaming PCs GPD WIN 2, GPD WIN Max and GPD XD, will be releasing a new product called

Microsoft KILLED Windows Update on Windows 2000, XP, Vista, (Partially, but fixable) 7 in 2020!

17AugustArjan

It’s currently not possible to install updates on any version of Windows that is older than Windows 7 with Service Pack 1. On this page, I’ll explain how I found this out, what causes this problem, and what options you have left to update old versions of Windows. Background story: Re-installing Windows I was recently

Origami Experience 2.0 download and review on VAIO UX

10AugustArjan

In 2007, Microsoft wanted to stimulate the use of pocket computers, also called UMPCs or Micro PCs. However, the main issue with these little computers was their poor usability. Most Windows applications were designed to be used on a large monitor and with a keyboard and mouse, rather than on a tiny screen and with

Windows 7 VAIO UX / VGN-UX Drivers download

25JuneArjan

I’ve added a very complete Windows 7 Drivers and Applications pack to the Drivers page. Thanks to Sull86, micropctalk.com and the Internet Archive for making this possible! Installation is at your own risk, but if you follow the instructions at the link below, you should be good to go. Fix “Not intended for use with

Windows Vista VAIO-UX / VGN-UX drivers download

25JuneArjan

I’ve added a self-made pack of Vista drivers to the Drivers page. This pack is made mostly the same as the XP and W7 packs which were once made by Sull86 of micropctalk.com. However, it’s not tested so use it at your own risk.

Windows XP VAIO UX / VGN-UX Drivers pack v2.3 download

23JuneArjan

I’ve found the original page on which the XP driver packs were once hosted using the Internet Archive Wayback Machine. This is the most recent driver pack released. It supports all UX models and contains the most but fixes. I’ve mirrored this driver pack on the Drivers page. You may download it below, or view

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