Sony VAIO Digital Studio PCV-RX270DS, PCV-RX260DS, PCV-RX280DS User Manual page 36

VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide
the computer will offer you the option to reformat the drive into a single
partition.
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).
1 Insert 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.
2 Shut down your computer.
3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer.
4 Click OK to signify you have read and accept the Microsoft End-User
License Agreement.
5 When the System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the recovery process.
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