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You may try to insert the original operating system disc and fixing the boot process. Some computers do not offer an operating disc, thus you may have to use the Restore function. When booting, hit the F8 key and start up in the safe mode. Search for the Restore function and go from there. The problem is you did not state what version of Windows your using and it is difficult to navigate without that information.

Sony's Vaio line of laptop and desktop computers ship with the latest version of Windows installed. Even the best designed Vaio computer can sometimes malfunction, occasionally in connection with an error in Windows. Boot your Vaio computer in Windows' "Safe Mode" to disable potential problem-causing drivers and programs to help you troubleshoot and fix your Sony computer.

Windows XP Press the power button on the Sony Vaio computer, typically found in the top right corner of the laptop's keyboard panel or on the desktop's tower. If your computer is already on, press "Start" in the lower left corner of Windows XP and press "Turn off computer." A new window will appear. Press the green "Restart" icon. Hold down the F8 key on your Sony Vaio's keyboard as soon as your computer's screen goes dark. A new window, labeled "Windows Advanced Options," will appear. Choose one of the Safe Mode options listed. "Safe Mode" loads the minimal amount of drivers, while "Safe Mode with Networking" also loads your networking preferences. Press "OK." b> Windows 7 Press the Sony Vaio computer's power button if it's off, or restart the computer. Click "Start" in the lower left corner of Windows 7 and choose "Shut Down." A new window will appear. Push "Restart." Press and hold your computer's F8 key. A menu called "Advanced Boot Options" will launch on the screen once the restarting process is complete. Choose "Safe Mode" or "Safe Mode with Networking" and press "OK."
You could select the option start at last known configuration that worked this will tell you if and what file has been corrupted or missing then you will know if its a hardware issue You might use the system restore to restore your system to an earlier time click start all programs If it is a hardware issue the system restore might not work Restart your computer repeatedly tapping the f8 key to enter safe mode while the screen is black once in safe mode where the only things working will be your keyboard and mouse allowing you to attempt to repair your computer. Use the system restore to restore your system to an earlier time click start all programs accessories system tools you should see your system restore option if it is a hardware issue the system restore might not work Manual restore points that you specify with the System. Configuration utility Installation restore points that occur before you install a program or a service you can use the system checkpoints or the installation restore points to restore your computer's settings to a date when it operated correctly. This may also help determine the cause of the configuration error.

To perform a system restore, follow these steps: 1.Click Start, click Run, type msconfig, and then click OK. 2.On the General tab, click Launch System Restore. 3.Select Restore my computer to an earlier time, and then click Next. 4.Calendar dates in bold are possible restore points. Click the most recent one to view system restore information. 5.Select a system checkpoint or an installation restore point, and then click Next. 6.Close all other programs. 7.To start the system restore, click Next. 8.Your computer restarts. Repeat steps 1 through 8 until you fix your configuration issue.

the f8 function is only to try and remedy boot problems. the recovery option you're getting is to restore if you have already made recovery discs.
if you have a recovery partition on your hard drive you should be able to access it when you boot up. before starting your laptop press and hold 0(zero) key and power on the laptop. once it starts you should get a screen with 3 options then choose option 1 to get back to factory restore.

For Vista or Win 7
If your operating system is VISTA / Win 7, tap F8 key when you see the Dell logo. It will take you to advanced boot menu options which include `Repair your Computer'. Select that option and enter your password if asked, then you will see a list of options like `system restore', `command prompt', etc. The last option says Dell PC restore or something similar to that. Select that option and follow the screen.


Start the computer.
As the computer starts, press the F8 key until the Advanced Boot Options menu appears on the screen.
Press the (Down Arrow) to select Repair Your Computer on the Advanced Boot Options menu, and then press Enter.
Specify the language settings that you want, and then click Next.
Log in as a user who has administrative credentials, and then click OK.
Click Dell Factory Image Restore.
In the Dell Factory Image Restore window, click Next.
Click to select the check box for Yes, reformat hard drive and restore system software to factory condition.
Click Next. The computer is restored to the default factory configuration.
When the restore operation is completed, click Finish to restart the computer.

1. Please reset the BIOS to its defaults.
2. Restart the Computer , press F2 or Del key at startup to access BIOS.
3. Press F9 key to restore the default values and press F10 key to save the settings.
4. Restart the Computer and press F8 key to start the Computer in Safe Mode.
5. If the Computer boots in Safe Mode, you can perform the System Restore.
6. Please click on Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Toots, System Restore and select the restore date.
7. If this does not resolve the issue, you can reinstall the Operating System using the Restore Disc provided.

Try start up in Safe Mode press F8. Choose Safe Mode, when at the choice window, to select either Safe Mode Desktop, OR System Restore, chooses system restore and choose a time before you had the "Problem" and follow instructions. This should get you back. If that doesn't work get back to me...

Usually F1, F10 or F12 are the right ones to hit when your computer starts to get the RESTORE DISC function. You will have to be able to hit the key several time when the computer starts so that it accepts the key press. IF you have a partition that has the restore disc on it, I would restore your computer to its original configuration and then I would mirror your discs onto dvd's or cd's for safe keeping. If your harddrive goes out, you will have nothing to restore your computer with then. When you find the correct F key it may also have the option to make your own restore discs. I would do this as soon as possible.

Hi,
 
The option you may be looking for is PC restore. If your laptop was shipped with XP, Press the Ctrl + F11 after the Dell logo will bring up the PC Restore option. If your laptop was shipped with Vista, tap the F8 button while starting up, Select the “Repair my computer” option and choose “Dell factory image” option. If both of these do not work, you may need to do a clear reinstallation using the Operating system disc. Let me know if you need any more info on this.
 
Laptop user manual for Inspiron1525 available at http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins1525/en/index.htm
 
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Thanks,
VJ

I want to do the same with my laptop. The manual says press F8 at boot up, but nothing happens.
Good luck.

make sure you are selecting a date that is
bold ,
some viruses will stop you using the restore function,run anti virus and anti spy ware

then try this:
go to start/run and type in cmd

then type in the black box sfc/scannow,

have your o/s disc ready as this will check all the system files and replace any that has got corrupted, from the o/s disc.

good luck
Terry