Sony VGN-AW31M/H Troubleshooting Manual page 19

To restore your data from the backup copy made with the
Windows Complete PC Backup and Restore feature
Your computer may not work properly after the restore process because restoring
your data changes system files. Be sure to make a backup copy of your data before
restoring the data.
1
Insert a recovery disc to the drive while the computer is on, turn off
your computer, and turn on the computer again.
The Windows Boot Manager is displayed.
2
Press the
Enter key.
3
Select a keyboard layout and click Next.
If you are using BitLocker Drive Encryption on models with Windows Vista Ultimate,
the BitLocker Drive Encryption Recovery window may appear. Follow the on-screen
instructions to disable BitLocker Drive Encryption temporarily.
4
Select an operating system and click Next.
5
If you have saved a backup copy of your data to an external hard disk
drive or discs with an external optical disc drive, connect the external
device to your computer.
6
Select Windows Complete PC Restore.
If you have saved the backup copy to CD or DVD discs, insert a disc
to the (external) optical disc drive.
7
Follow the on-screen instructions.
M or m key to select Repair Windows Vista and press the
Before using your computer
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