1. To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
2. Download the SOAVCC-00918601-US.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
3. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the SOAVCC-00918601-US.EXE file to begin the installation.
4. At the "Sony® VAIO Control Center Update for Microsoft® Windows® XP" screen, click "Next".
5. At the "License Agreement" dialog, read the agreement, then, if you agree, click "I Agree" to continue with the installation.
6. At "InstallShield Wizard" box, click "Next".
7. At "Finished" box, click "Finish".
8. At the "Install" box, click "OK" to restart the computer.

After the computer restarts, the installation of the VAIO® Control Center update is complete.

This utility updates the VAIO® Control Center to version 1.1.02.12230 and resolves an issue where incorrect CPU clock speed is displayed.

• After this update is installed, the clock speed will be listed as "High" in System Information for computers with CPUs using Speed Step technology.
• During the installation of this file, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
• To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
• It is highly recommended to print out these instructions as a reference during the installation process.