VAIO MX Computer User Guide

To Use the System Recovery CD(s)

The System Recovery utility formats your hard disk drive and restores all the original software applications. Your computer is returned to the original factory settings.

The System Recovery process removes all software that you may have installed since you started using your computer. Reinstall any applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it.

If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual application or device driver may correct the problem. You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive.

Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall individual applications.

When you successfully complete your system recovery, you are prompted to complete the Windows registration process.

System Recovery options

System Drive Recovery

All data on Drive C is deleted. The factory default settings and software applications are restored on this drive only.

Change Partition Size

All partitions, custom installations, and changes are removed from the hard disk drive. You can set the partition sizes for both the Drive C and Drive D. The original, preinstalled operating system and software applications are restored.

Recovery to Original Factory Defaults

All data and partitions are removed from the hard disk drive. All original factory settings, operating system, and preinstalled software is restored.

The System Recovery utility does not back up your system's data. If you wish to retain your system data, perform a back up to an external media.

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Sony PCV-MXS20 manual To Use the System Recovery CDs, System Recovery options, System Drive Recovery, Change Partition Size