Before Using Your Computer - Sony VGN-AW31M/H Troubleshooting Manual

Before using your computer

This section explains how to resolve problems, make a backup copy of your
data, and recover your Sony VAIO
VAIO software and Windows features in case of computer malfunctions.
❑ VAIO Recovery Center
Contains the following VAIO software, tools, and Windows features:
❑ Rescue Data
Enables you to make a backup copy of your data stored on your hard
disk.
❑ Wipe and Erase Data
Enables you to erase all the data on your hard disk.
❑ VAIO Hardware Diagnostics
Enables you to check your computer hardware (a CPU, memory
module, hard disk, etc.).
❑ Reinstall Programs or Drivers
Enables you to restore the preinstalled software or software drivers
to the original factory condition.
❑ Restore C: Drive
Enables you to restore the C drive on your computer to the original
factory condition.
❑ Restore Complete System
Enables you to restore your entire computer system to the original
factory condition.
❑ Create Recovery Discs
Enables you to create your own recovery discs to recover your
computer system.
❑ Backup and Restore Center
Windows backup feature that enables you to use the backup related
capabilities.
To launch VAIO Recovery Center when Windows
starts
Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and VAIO
Recovery Center.
❑ VAIO Data Restore Tool
Enables you to restore the backup copies made with the Rescue Data
software.
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