Sony VAIO PCG-F250 User Manual page 80

You can only use these Recovery CD-ROMs on the Sony notebook you purchased and not
on any other Sony PC or other manufacturer's PC!
To perform a system recovery, the notebook should not be docked (port replicator).
You need to complete the Windows® 98 registration process when you use the system
recovery. Make sure you have the product ID number located on the cover of your
"Introducing Microsoft Windows® 98" guide. You will need this number to complete the
recovery process.
For more information about using your DVD-ROM / CD-ROM drive, read "Using the DVD-
ROM / CD-ROM Drive" on page 35.
Procedure for a system recovery
1
Take the System Recovery CD-ROM (vol. 1 of 2)
2
Turn on your computer (using AC power only) and insert the System
Recovery CD-ROM vol.1 in the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive.
3
Shut down your computer (slide the power switch forward and hold
it for more than four seconds).
4
Wait ten seconds and turn your computer back on.
5
Click "OK" to confirm that you have read and accepted the Microsoft
End-User License Agreement.
6
The system recovery screen appears next. If you're really sure that
you do not mind losing all your data, click "YES".
7
You will get a final warning. If you select "GO", all data will be
removed permanently and the recovery process will start.
The recovery process takes between 10 to 20 minutes to complete.
If your computer does not start the system recovery utility.
Refer to your Customer Service Guide to contact VAIO-Link by phone or by
fax.
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