restores the Windows
®
operating system and the device drivers that shipped with your computer.
This option is recommended for advanced users only.
If you choose the Full Restore with Format or Operating System Only option, your hard disk will be
formatted, which removes all the information on the hard disk drive. You will lose any software you have
installed and any other files you have created since you started to use your computer. This means you will
have to reinstall any applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it. If you
choose the Full Restore without Format option, you may need to reinstall applications that were not
included with the computer when you purchased it. If you have any questions on using the System
Recovery CD(s), contact Sony Customer Support.
To use the System Recovery CD(s)
You need to complete the Windows registration process when you use the System Recovery CD(s).
1.
Insert the Sony System Recovery CD(s) in the DVD-ROM drive.
The System Recovery utility boots from the DVD-ROM drive. It must be in the drive when you turn on the
computer.
2.
Shut down your computer as described in
Shutting Down Your Computer
.
3.
Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer.
4.
Click OK to signify you have read and accept the Microsoft End-User License Agreement.
5.
When the System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
recovery process.
Your system may include one or two System Recovery CDs. If you have two System Recovery CDs, insert the
first CD to run the System Recovery program. You are prompted to insert the second CD once the information from
the first CD has been installed.
The recovery process takes 30 to 60 minutes to complete.
Using the Application Recovery CD(s)
The Application Recovery CD(s) allow you to reinstall individual applications and device drivers if
they are corrupted or accidentally erased. Reinstalling an individual device driver or software title
may correct a problem you are experiencing with your computer, and you may not need to
recover the entire contents of your hard drive. If you do need to reinstall all the software titles that
shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). See
Using the System Recovery
CD(s)
.
You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD(s). The application will not run from
DOS. If you have any questions on using the Application Recovery CD(s), contact Sony Customer
Support.
To use the Application Recovery CD(s)
1.
Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications.
2.
When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM
drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically.
3.
When the Application Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
recovery process.
Your system may include one or two Application Recovery CDs. If you have two Application Recovery CDs,
insert the first CD to run the Application Recovery program. You may be prompted to insert the second CD,
depending on the application you wish to restore.
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