VAIO Computer User Guide
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To use the System Recovery CD(s)
1
Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-RW drive.
2
Shut down your computer.
3
Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer.
4
Type the letter “O” to signify you have read and accepted the Microsoft End-
User License Agreement.
5
When the System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the recovery process.
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You need to complete the Windows registration process when you use the System
Recovery CD(s).
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The System Recovery utility boots from the CD-RW drive. It must be in the drive when
you turn on the computer.
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Your system may include one or more System Recovery CDs. If you have more than
one System Recovery CD, insert the first CD to run the System Recovery program.
You are prompted to insert the next CD(s) once the information from the first CD has
been installed.
The recovery process takes 30 to 60 minutes to complete.
After recovering your system using the System Recovery CD(s), you may be prompted
to insert your Application Recovery CD(s) after restarting Windows. Use the
Application Recovery CD(s) to complete the full recovery of your system.