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Can i wipe my Sony Vaio laptop without my Vista discs?
I bought my Sony Vaio (VGN-FE48E) laptop a while back, but never received discs with it. I am aware now that i was supposed to make a backup of vista. I did not do this, so i just have the version on here that it came with.
I am looking to wipe my computer but the only version i have is Windows XP, is there any way i can free up my computer space and get rid of old unnecessary programs etc without needing to re-install the Windows disc? If not, would XP be okay? Thanks
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- TechnoLv 71 decade agoFavorite Answer
At start up, when the VAIO logo appears on the computer's screen, tap the F10 key and the VAIO Recovery Wizard appears. Follow the on-screen prompts.
Or
When the VAIO screen is displayed, press the F8 key.
At the Advanced Boot Options screen, ensure Repair Your Computer is selected and press the ENTER key.
In the System Recovery Options window, under Select a keyboard layout: , click the Next button.
Under To access recovery options , next to User name: , click the down arrow , and click to select an account with Administrator rights.
Next to Password: , type the appropriate password for this account.
Click the OK button.
Under Choose a recovery tool , click to select the desired option: 3.
1.Startup Repair
2.System Restore
3.Windows Complete PC Restore
4.Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool
5.Command Prompt
6.VAIO Recovery Center
© arou42
- 1 decade ago
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