Sony PCV-R556DS, PCV-R553DS, PCV-R558DS manual To use the System Recovery CDs

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VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide

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 Recovery CD(s).

1Insert the Sony System Recovery CD 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.

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 Digital Studio Computer User Guide Owner’s Record Vaio Digital Studio Computer User GuideSafety Information and Caution Vaio Digital Studio Computer User Guide Regulatory Information FCC PartTelephone Consumer Protection Act United States Telephone Consumer Guidelines CanadaDisposal of Lithium ION Battery Avis DE L’INDUSTRIE Canada Contents Index Welcome Choosing an Ergonomic LocationFront Panel Overview Digital Studio front panelHD drive access indicator light Back Panel Overview PCV-R553DS back panelPCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS back panel Line in connector Vaio Action Setup To change the settings of the S KeysPre-setting i.LINK devices To pre-set your i.LINK device to launch a desired functionChanging the Window Design of Sony Software To change the window design of Sony softwareSony Digital Media Park Applications Media BarImporting Images and Sound Clips Create a Movie using ShakerMovie Shaker Editing Clips and Scenes Saving a Movie Using Panorama Maker PictureGearManaging Your Pictures Creating a Photo AlbumMaking Still Images and Panoramic from Mpeg Using Digital Video Connecting a Digital Video RecorderUsing DVgate When capturing clipsWhen recording AVI files to tape Hard Drive PartitionDefragmenting your Hard Disk Drive To defragment your hard disk driveLink IEEE1394 Compatibility Run Disk DefragmenterTo connect an i.LINK IEEE1394 device To enable Smart ConnectEnabling Smart Connect To enable the Ethernet connection Enabling EthernetSystem and Application Recovery CDs Using the System Recovery CDsTo use the System Recovery CDs Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM driveUsing the Application Recovery CDs To use the Application Recovery CDsTopic My computer or software program locks up TroubleshootingTopic My computer does not start Topic Why does Windows lock up during shutdown? Topic I cannot play a DVD-ROM Topic My CD drive tray does not openTopic I cannot play a CD-ROM Topic I want to play a CD with my Microsoft CD Player Topic How do I change the video resolution of my display? Topic Why is there no sound in any application?Topic My modem connection is slow Topic My modem does not work Topic My microphone does not work Topic My microphone is too sensitive to background noisePage Topic 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? Topic How do I install a printer? On the Power Source To Reach SonyVaio Digital Studio Computer User Guide On Handling On Disposal of the Lithium BatteryOn Installation On Moisture Condensation On Upgrading the SystemOn Using the Hard Disk Drive On Handling a CRT DisplayOn Handling CD or DVD Media On Cleaning CD or DVD MediaOn Handling Diskettes Resources Quick StartSony Service Center For Answers to Your Software QuestionsDirectCD, Easy CD Creator Adaptec, Inc Sound Forge Sonic Foundry Specifications PCV-R553DS MpegSupplied Accessories Specifications PCV-R556DS/R558DS PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DSLink cable PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS only Index Vaio Digital Studio Computer User Guide Page Vaio Digital Studio Computer User Guide