How can I make a recovery CD for my sony(vaio) laptop . my laptop model is VGN-FW11M?
I bought a sony vaio 9 months ago, i have not created recovary discs yet. How can i do it now, which discs i need- double layer or normal dvd? What about my data that already i have in the hard disk, i have to backup them, or any other precautions that i have to take?
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Hi I would recommend using a normal DVD just in case your drive is not compatible. The recovery fits on 1 standard DVD. Just go to the start menu and open VAIO recovery console and follow the directions. Make sure yourt laptop is plugged into AC power. You will have do back up all of your personal files! The recovery CD restores the computer to brand new like the day you got it. Go through the "Documents and Settings" folder for personal files, music, movies, pictures, etc. Check the download directories of any programs you frequently use for downloading files. Check the directories of any photo editing software you use. Remember to backup any files on the desktop. It's also good to follow up with searches on the C:\ drive for .doc, .xls, .mp3, .jpg, etc to make sure you got everything Tip: You can also run the System Recovery directly off the hard drive (after you have backed up all your files onto a cd/dvd/external HD) When you turn on the computer and see the "VAIO" animation press F10 to open it. Remember, the recovery is not reversible! Once you start it you cannot interrupt it. Never delete the partition on your hard drive either!
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You can go to the recovery console or as your computer boot, tap F10 several time and it will take you to the recovery console and the option to create recovery disc. Just follow the instructions carefully. It will also tell you what kind of disc you can use. Preferably prepare 2 DVDs,(normal DVD_) If you will just create a recovery disc, no need to back up your files. But if you will reformat your hard drive, you got to back up your important files.
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I agree with everybodt else but just want to summerise sometimes it takes 3 or 4 discs, load up the software to find out how many discs it takes. Also it normally on dvd-r not rewriteable so check it all out first or call 0207 365 2947 wait ofr the options and press 3 and that gets you through to sony technical support
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