drivers problem is a myth. of course sony won't provide drivers for xp, 2k etc. but you can find drivers for each laptop component chipset, video, card reader, wifi. I have experienced similar problem with Acer 5570Z. but acer - is only a plastic case and label on pc. chipset and graphics made by intel wifi - Atheros I just downloaded Intel chipset software and Atheros driver for XP and now I have full-functional notebook designed for Vista