NOTE: A recovery also can be performed using recovery discs.
- Close all open programs and turn off the computer.
- Disconnect all network connections.
- Disconnect all peripheral devices.
- Turn on the computer.
- When the VAIO screen is displayed, press the F8 key.
- At the Advanced Boot Options screen, ensure Repair Your Computer is selected and press the ENTER key.
- In the System Recovery Options window, under Select a keyboard layout: , click the Next button.
- Under To access recovery options , next to User name: , click the down arrow , and click to select an account with Administrator rights.
- Next to Password: , type the appropriate password for this account.
- Click the OK button.
- Under Choose a recovery tool , click to select the desired option:
NOTES:
- The Startup Repair option can automatically resolve certain issues that can prevent the operating system from starting.
- System Restore can return the computer to a previous configuration of the operating system when it was working properly.
- Windows Complete PC Restore will restore a previous backup of the computer created using the Windows Backup and Restore Center .
- The Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool can determine if any problems being experienced are caused by issues with the computer's memory.
- The option to open a Command Prompt can be used by advanced users and technical support personnel to perform troubleshooting on the hard drive or the operating system.
- Clicking VAIO Recovery Center will launch VAIO Recovery Center from the Recovery Disc.
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