Sony PCV-L640 manual To use the System Recovery CDs

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Using the System Recovery CD(s)

Operating System Only — formats the hard disk drive and 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. You must reinstall any applications that were not included with the computer when you

purchased it.

To use the System Recovery CD(s):

You need to complete the Windows registration process when you use the System RecoveryCD(s).

1Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-RW drive.

The System Recovery utility boots from the CD-RW drive. It must be in the

drive when you turn on the computer.

2Shut down your computer.

3Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer.

4Click OK to signify you have read and accept the Microsoft End-User License Agreement.

5When 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.

After recovering your system using the System Recovery CD(s), you may be prompted to insert your Application Recovery CD(s) after restarting Windows. Insert the Application Recovery CD(s) to complete full recovery of your system.

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Contents Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Owner’s RecordSafety Information and Caution Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage électrique Declaration of Conformity Regulatory InformationTelephone Consumer Guidelines Canada Telephone Consumer Protection Act United StatesDisposal of Lithium ION Battery Avis DE L’INDUSTRIE Canada Contents System and Application Recovery CDs Index Choosing an Ergonomic Location WelcomeChoosing an Ergonomic Location Front Panel Overview Locating Controls and ConnectorsDisc CD-RW drive access indicator light FD Floppy disk drive access indicator lightHD drive access indicator light Volume controlBack Panel Overview USB Universal Serial Bus connectorAC Input connector Printer connector Ethernet connectorSerial connector Monitor connectorLCD Overview Power indicator lightInformation LED Brightness controlTo adjust the height and viewing angle of the display Using a Headphone or Microphone To pre-set your i.LINK device to launch a desired function Pre-setting i.LINK devicesTo change the window design of Sony software Programmable Power KeysChanging the Window Design of Sony Software Key Function Internal TimerAutoAlert E-mail Notification System AutoAlert E-mail Notification System Software Restrictions Using the Wheel MouseTo set up the mouse for left-handed use Using the Memory Stick Media and VisualFlowLock To use VisualFlow VisualFlowTo insert a PC card Using PC CardsTo eject a PC card Using PC CardsSony Digital Media Park Applications Importing Images and Sound Clips Create a Movie using ShakerMovie Shaker Editing Clips and Scenes Saving a Movie Connecting a Digital Video Recorder Using Digital VideoUsing DVgate When capturing clipsHard Drive Partition When recording AVI files to tapeTo defragment your hard disk drive Defragmenting your Hard Disk DriveLink IEEE1394 Compatibility To connect an i.LINK IEEE1394 device Enabling Smart Connect To enable Smart ConnectEnabling Ethernet To enable the Ethernet connectionUsing the System Recovery CDs System and Application Recovery CDsInsert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-RW drive To use the System Recovery CDsTo use the Application Recovery CDs Using the Application Recovery CDsTopic My computer or software program locks up Topic My computer does not startPage Page Topic How do I change the video resolution of my display? Topic Why doesnt my CD-RW drive record at the highest speed?Topic My modem connection is slow Topic Why is there no sound in any application?Page Topic My microphone is too sensitive to background noise Topic My microphone does not workTopic My mouse does not work Topic My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand useTopic My keyboard does not work Topic I cannot find the Windows taskbarTopic My i.LINK peripheral does not appear on the desktop Topic Why is my system running slowly?Topic How do I enable my Ethernet interface? Drivers for Windows Topic How do I install a printer?To Reach Sony On the Power SourceCurrents at the time of connection On Handling On Disposal of the Lithium BatteryOn Installation On Upgrading the System On Moisture CondensationHandling an LCD Display On Cleaning CD Media On Using the Hard Disk DriveOn Handling a CRT Display On Handling DiskettesQuick Start ResourcesFor Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Service CenterDirectCD, Easy CD Creator Adaptec, Inc Sound Forge Sonic Foundry Specifications Keyboard Supplied AccessoriesModel PCV-L640 Connection Capabilities Limited Warranty Model PCV-L640 ServicePower Requirements DimensionsIndex Page Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide