Restore Computer Without Restore Disk
Replies: 1 | Post Date: 1 month ago | User: Pets Dol... | Forums: answers.yahoo.comHow can i restore an old compaq computer without logging in or a restore disk? I have an old compaq laptop that i need to restore. The only problem is i cant log into it because it says i need to activate windows. But when i try to it doesn't do anything. Is there a way i can restore my laptop without login in and i don't have a restore disk.
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- Restore Keyboard Mapping
- How To Completely Restore Hp Laptop ?
- Restore Compaq Presario
- Hp D220 Factory Restore With Cd
- How To Restore Dell Webcam ?
- How To Disable Driver Restore Under Vista ?
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- Dimension 4700 System Restore
- Dimension C521 System Restore
- Dimension E521 System Restore
- Dell Dimension System Restore
- Dimension 3000 System Restore
- Dimension 4600 System Restore
- Dell Dimension System Restore Cd
- Hp Pavilion Dv5 1002nr Restore
- Factory Restore Partition Gateway Laptop
- Dell Dimension 2400 Factory Restore
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- How To Restore Asus Notebook Factory Settings ?
- Dell Inspiron 9400 System Restore
- Restore Toshiba Laptop To Factory Settings
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- How To Restore Sony Vaio Laptop Factory Settings ?
How To Create A Software Restore Disk ?
Does anyone know how to create a software restore disk? I built my pc, and do a system-wide clean every year. But i hate having to reinstall the individual softwares onto the computer again and again. Anyone knows how to put all of the softwares on one disk so that we have only have to do a single installation instead of ten? I hope everyone knows what i'm talking about. If not, it's the same as the disc that comes with the pc if you guys to buy it from the store. On some pc, it's located on the locked partition. If anyone out there know how to create such a disk, please show me how.
Posted On: November 25th, 2005, 11:42 PM . View 3 Replies .
Does anyone know how to create a software restore disk? I built my pc, and do a system-wide clean every year. But i hate having to reinstall the individual softwares onto the computer again and again. Anyone knows how to put all of the softwares on one disk so that we have only have to do a single installation instead of ten? I hope everyone knows what i'm talking about. If not, it's the same as the disc that comes with the pc if you guys to buy it from the store. On some pc, it's located on the locked partition. If anyone out there know how to create such a disk, please show me how.
Posted On: November 25th, 2005, 11:42 PM . View 3 Replies .
Restore Toshiba Laptop To Factory Settings Without Disk
How to restore toshiba laptop to factory settings without disk? Running windows vista. I get error saying that some program is not designated to run and firewall won't work. Also windows problem reporting not working or the internet. I want to restore to factory settings and i need to do it without the disk.
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 3 Replies .
How to restore toshiba laptop to factory settings without disk? Running windows vista. I get error saying that some program is not designated to run and firewall won't work. Also windows problem reporting not working or the internet. I want to restore to factory settings and i need to do it without the disk.
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 3 Replies .
Can't Use System Restore
I have windows xp installed on my computer and i cannot use system restore on any point selectable to restore. The computer restarts and says "system restore cannot be performed on selected point, please try another restore point" and it does this for every restore point. How do i fix this?
Posted On: June 29th, 2006, 01:35 PM . View 4 Replies .
I have windows xp installed on my computer and i cannot use system restore on any point selectable to restore. The computer restarts and says "system restore cannot be performed on selected point, please try another restore point" and it does this for every restore point. How do i fix this?
Posted On: June 29th, 2006, 01:35 PM . View 4 Replies .
Restore Keyboard Mapping
Anyone know of a registry tweak for restoring keyboard mapping?
I tried running key tweak, but it gave me an error:
"No mappings currently found in registry and no mappings were added"
So i'm guessing i lost a registry key - or something to that effect.
Posted On: July 26th 2006 . View 9 Replies .
Anyone know of a registry tweak for restoring keyboard mapping?
I tried running key tweak, but it gave me an error:
"No mappings currently found in registry and no mappings were added"
So i'm guessing i lost a registry key - or something to that effect.
Posted On: July 26th 2006 . View 9 Replies .
How To Completely Restore Hp Laptop ?
I have an older hp laptop (dv6000) that i would like to completely restore to factory settings. I do not have the back-up files that i had created because i didn't think i would be using this computer ever again. As far as problems i am having, its running so hot that it is miserable to have on my lap, let alone touch, and it running slower than the speed of smell. I do not care to lose any files/programs, we have everything we need on other computers. I am just trying to use this one for running one specific program while others are in use.
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 4 Replies .
I have an older hp laptop (dv6000) that i would like to completely restore to factory settings. I do not have the back-up files that i had created because i didn't think i would be using this computer ever again. As far as problems i am having, its running so hot that it is miserable to have on my lap, let alone touch, and it running slower than the speed of smell. I do not care to lose any files/programs, we have everything we need on other computers. I am just trying to use this one for running one specific program while others are in use.
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 4 Replies .
Restore Compaq Presario
How do i restore my compaq presario? I have a compaq presario v6000 laptop how do i restore it to factory conditions it is very slow i want speed up so how do i restore to factory condition just like the first time i turned i the os is vista home premium.
Posted On: 3 weeks ago . View 4 Replies .
How do i restore my compaq presario? I have a compaq presario v6000 laptop how do i restore it to factory conditions it is very slow i want speed up so how do i restore to factory condition just like the first time i turned i the os is vista home premium.
Posted On: 3 weeks ago . View 4 Replies .
Hp D220 Factory Restore With Cd
My hp d220 has a virus and i'm sure it's wiped my harddrive. Is there any way to factory restore it with a cd? I had an hp computer and it came with disks to restore it to its factory settings check all the disks that came with the computer. You can also bring it in to future shop or best buy and they might be able to do it for you.
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 4 Replies .
My hp d220 has a virus and i'm sure it's wiped my harddrive. Is there any way to factory restore it with a cd? I had an hp computer and it came with disks to restore it to its factory settings check all the disks that came with the computer. You can also bring it in to future shop or best buy and they might be able to do it for you.
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 4 Replies .
How To Restore Dell Webcam ?
How do i restore my webcam dell? I was playing with the settings and then went to restore default. Well that just completely changes everything! Before it would take good quality pictures now it looks like it's a bad cell phone camera. How do i make it go back to normal? I just want it so that i don't look like i have black eyes but i want the settings to look clear again. Btw: its a integrated web cam on the inspiron.
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 2 Replies .
How do i restore my webcam dell? I was playing with the settings and then went to restore default. Well that just completely changes everything! Before it would take good quality pictures now it looks like it's a bad cell phone camera. How do i make it go back to normal? I just want it so that i don't look like i have black eyes but i want the settings to look clear again. Btw: its a integrated web cam on the inspiron.
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 2 Replies .
How To Disable Driver Restore Under Vista ?
How to disable timeout detection and recovery of gpus through wddm? This is what i found : registry keys:
The following registry keys are documented for testing purposes only. These registry keys should not be manipulated by any applications outside targeted testing or debugging. The tdr-related registry keys are located under "hklm system current control set control graphics drivers". Tdrlevel: reg_dword. The initial level of recovery. The possible values are:
Tdrleveloff (0). &Ndash; detection disabled. Tdrlevelbugcheck (1) – bug check on detected timeout, for example, no recovery.
Posted On: 01-01-2009, 01:46 PM . View 1 Replies .
How to disable timeout detection and recovery of gpus through wddm? This is what i found : registry keys:
The following registry keys are documented for testing purposes only. These registry keys should not be manipulated by any applications outside targeted testing or debugging. The tdr-related registry keys are located under "hklm system current control set control graphics drivers". Tdrlevel: reg_dword. The initial level of recovery. The possible values are:
Tdrleveloff (0). &Ndash; detection disabled. Tdrlevelbugcheck (1) – bug check on detected timeout, for example, no recovery.
Posted On: 01-01-2009, 01:46 PM . View 1 Replies .
Dimension E520 System Restore
How do i make my dell dimension e520 erase all memory as if i just bought it from the store?
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How do i make my dell dimension e520 erase all memory as if i just bought it from the store?
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Dimension E310 System Restore
How do i restore my dimension e310/3100? Ok i have a dimension desk top 3100 i want to factory restore it how do i do it and will i lose my windows xp on my computer.
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How do i restore my dimension e310/3100? Ok i have a dimension desk top 3100 i want to factory restore it how do i do it and will i lose my windows xp on my computer.
Posted On: Unknown . View 1 Replies .
Dimension 4700 System Restore
I recently acquired a dell 4700 stock configuration. The problem is the previous owner wiped out the partition containing the restore image - ctrl f11 on boot up. I have all of the disks - is there any way to recreate this partition?
Posted On: 10-18-2005 . View 3 Replies .
I recently acquired a dell 4700 stock configuration. The problem is the previous owner wiped out the partition containing the restore image - ctrl f11 on boot up. I have all of the disks - is there any way to recreate this partition?
Posted On: 10-18-2005 . View 3 Replies .
Dimension C521 System Restore
I am getting a error on my dell dimension c521 i am getting loading pbr descriptor 2. Done
Press ctrl+alt+del to restart
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I am getting a error on my dell dimension c521 i am getting loading pbr descriptor 2. Done and i cant startup
Also i have tried the ctrl+f11 does not work
I am getting a error on my dell dimension c521 i am getting loading pbr descriptor 2. Done and i cant startup
Also i have tried the ctrl+f11 does not work
It stops and then brings me back to error.
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I am getting a error on my dell dimension c521 i am getting loading pbr descriptor 2. Done
Press ctrl+alt+del to restart
Additional details:-
I am getting a error on my dell dimension c521 i am getting loading pbr descriptor 2. Done and i cant startup
Also i have tried the ctrl+f11 does not work
I am getting a error on my dell dimension c521 i am getting loading pbr descriptor 2. Done and i cant startup
Also i have tried the ctrl+f11 does not work
It stops and then brings me back to error.
Posted On: Unknown . View 1 Replies .
Dimension E521 System Restore
Dimension e521 system restore. I want to go back to the pc's factory defaults because my system is very instable. Does anyone know which button to press to enter this 'restore to factory defaults screen'. It used to be ctrl+f11 in win xp, but i don't know what it is with vista. A friend of mine said it is now f8, but that doesn't do anything either. Would it be the same if i entered the bios and system restored from there? Or does that delete the os as well?
Posted On: 10/05/07 . View 15 Replies .
Dimension e521 system restore. I want to go back to the pc's factory defaults because my system is very instable. Does anyone know which button to press to enter this 'restore to factory defaults screen'. It used to be ctrl+f11 in win xp, but i don't know what it is with vista. A friend of mine said it is now f8, but that doesn't do anything either. Would it be the same if i entered the bios and system restored from there? Or does that delete the os as well?
Posted On: 10/05/07 . View 15 Replies .
Dell Dimension System Restore
I have a dell dimension 2400 and the way that dell tells me to do a complete system restore isn't working. They say at start up to press the ctrl + f11 buttons and this will give me the option to rest to factory settings. However, when i do i get a keyboard not working correctly error. So, is there a better way to restore my settings or is there some way to download a system restore cd. How can i fix this problem. P. S. Whenever i press f1 or f12 those keys do what they should, the ctrl+f11 does not.
Posted On: Jan 6th, 2007 . View 15 Replies .
I have a dell dimension 2400 and the way that dell tells me to do a complete system restore isn't working. They say at start up to press the ctrl + f11 buttons and this will give me the option to rest to factory settings. However, when i do i get a keyboard not working correctly error. So, is there a better way to restore my settings or is there some way to download a system restore cd. How can i fix this problem. P. S. Whenever i press f1 or f12 those keys do what they should, the ctrl+f11 does not.
Posted On: Jan 6th, 2007 . View 15 Replies .
Dimension 3000 System Restore
System restore on dell dimension 3000. ?
I tried to do a system restore on a dell desktop - dimension 3000. I rebooted and did the ctrl+f11 @ the screen with the blue bar. It went into the whole thing about "losing all data and backing up the files". I clicked the continue button. Then it went to a black screen with a flashing cursor in the top left and then did nothing else for 15 min. I restarted the computer and am now back to the windows desktop. Why will this not work?
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I tried to do the system restore, but the only restore point available is today, about an hour ago. I need something before that point, but they are not available. That is why i tried the restore. I did it to my laptop and it worked great, but the desktop is giving me problems. Any suggestions?
I meant. That is why i tried the restore to factory settings.
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System restore on dell dimension 3000. ?
I tried to do a system restore on a dell desktop - dimension 3000. I rebooted and did the ctrl+f11 @ the screen with the blue bar. It went into the whole thing about "losing all data and backing up the files". I clicked the continue button. Then it went to a black screen with a flashing cursor in the top left and then did nothing else for 15 min. I restarted the computer and am now back to the windows desktop. Why will this not work?
Additional details:-
I tried to do the system restore, but the only restore point available is today, about an hour ago. I need something before that point, but they are not available. That is why i tried the restore. I did it to my laptop and it worked great, but the desktop is giving me problems. Any suggestions?
I meant. That is why i tried the restore to factory settings.
Posted On: Unknown . View 1 Replies .
Dimension 4600 System Restore
I need to restore a dell dimension 4600?
This is a relatives system that did not have a pop up blocker or anti virus protection on it since march of 2006. A free internet "house call" revealed that there are over 100 malware type programs on it. Extra toolbars and adware are evident. At this point i don't think norton or mcafee will be able to correct all problems. I believe i have all of the restore disk but i am not sure. Due to the nature of the problem i was unable to restore it to a "set point. " I tried tapping f12 on start up. I was taken to a menu that listed 7 things i believe.system restore was not an option on that menu. I didn't think it would be, as it came with all of the restore disks. Presently i have 8 disks i believe to be restore disks. How do i restore this machine?
Posted On: Unknown . View 1 Replies .
I need to restore a dell dimension 4600?
This is a relatives system that did not have a pop up blocker or anti virus protection on it since march of 2006. A free internet "house call" revealed that there are over 100 malware type programs on it. Extra toolbars and adware are evident. At this point i don't think norton or mcafee will be able to correct all problems. I believe i have all of the restore disk but i am not sure. Due to the nature of the problem i was unable to restore it to a "set point. " I tried tapping f12 on start up. I was taken to a menu that listed 7 things i believe.system restore was not an option on that menu. I didn't think it would be, as it came with all of the restore disks. Presently i have 8 disks i believe to be restore disks. How do i restore this machine?
Posted On: Unknown . View 1 Replies .
Dell Dimension System Restore Cd
Where can i download a dell dimension system restore cd? My computes needs a system restore and i cant find my cd.
Posted On: 3 weeks ago . View 4 Replies .
Where can i download a dell dimension system restore cd? My computes needs a system restore and i cant find my cd.
Posted On: 3 weeks ago . View 4 Replies .
Hp Pavilion Dv5 1002nr Restore
How do i restore my hp pavilion laptop? I don't need my hp pavilion dv5-1002nr notebook pc laptop anymore because i just purchased a pro mack laptop!;) So ima sell my hp, but i want to restore it to its original settings so my information won't be left on the hp laptop.
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 2 Replies .
How do i restore my hp pavilion laptop? I don't need my hp pavilion dv5-1002nr notebook pc laptop anymore because i just purchased a pro mack laptop!;) So ima sell my hp, but i want to restore it to its original settings so my information won't be left on the hp laptop.
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 2 Replies .
Factory Restore Partition Gateway Laptop
I have a gateway mx6426 laptop. These machines have a d: partition that contains files for doing a factory restore. It also comes with a utility that allows you to create a recovery dvd. When i fist purchased the machine, i created a recovery dvd, using the built-in utility. Now, when i try to create a recovery dvd, i get the error:
"No recovery partition or update cd files found. Process aborted. "
Turns out, i'm not alone. Others have posted in forums requesting help on this one. However, i've yet to find an answer. Since my gatway laptop was a refurb, and my serial number is part of a series of refurb machines that aren't in their database, they will not provide technical support to me (unless i opt to wield the mighty credit card). Gateway support, did however, tell me that they know the solution to the problem - they just won't say what it is. So, anyone out there know this one?
From gateway's response, i'm guessing they put the recovery dvd creation utility on some type of timer or rigged it so that you can only run it once. i.e. I figure they've purposely limited the use of this until. Of course, that's only a theory.
Posted On: July 1st 2010 . View 2 Replies .
I have a gateway mx6426 laptop. These machines have a d: partition that contains files for doing a factory restore. It also comes with a utility that allows you to create a recovery dvd. When i fist purchased the machine, i created a recovery dvd, using the built-in utility. Now, when i try to create a recovery dvd, i get the error:
"No recovery partition or update cd files found. Process aborted. "
Turns out, i'm not alone. Others have posted in forums requesting help on this one. However, i've yet to find an answer. Since my gatway laptop was a refurb, and my serial number is part of a series of refurb machines that aren't in their database, they will not provide technical support to me (unless i opt to wield the mighty credit card). Gateway support, did however, tell me that they know the solution to the problem - they just won't say what it is. So, anyone out there know this one?
From gateway's response, i'm guessing they put the recovery dvd creation utility on some type of timer or rigged it so that you can only run it once. i.e. I figure they've purposely limited the use of this until. Of course, that's only a theory.
Posted On: July 1st 2010 . View 2 Replies .
Dell Dimension 2400 Factory Restore
Dell dimension 2400 factory restore? Is there a torrent to where i can download the factory restore? I cant find my disk and this computer doesn't support the restore. Without a disk or torrent
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 3 Replies .
Dell dimension 2400 factory restore? Is there a torrent to where i can download the factory restore? I cant find my disk and this computer doesn't support the restore. Without a disk or torrent
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 3 Replies .
Dell Desktop Restore Original Settings
How can i restore my dell desktop to its orginal settings? I have a dell desktop. It's not old, but it's not new, i've been using it for a few years, and it suddenly got the "blue screen of death", and my mom was fiddling with it and i don't know what she did with it but. Once i turn it on, it goes right to a black screen and says. "Strike f1 to retry boot, f2 for setup utility". I clicked f1, and it just says it again and makes a little beeping noise. I also clicked f2 and there was really nothing in there that would help me i don't think. How can i somehow boot my computer and then get it so i can re-install windows xp again and get it to work?
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 2 Replies .
How can i restore my dell desktop to its orginal settings? I have a dell desktop. It's not old, but it's not new, i've been using it for a few years, and it suddenly got the "blue screen of death", and my mom was fiddling with it and i don't know what she did with it but. Once i turn it on, it goes right to a black screen and says. "Strike f1 to retry boot, f2 for setup utility". I clicked f1, and it just says it again and makes a little beeping noise. I also clicked f2 and there was really nothing in there that would help me i don't think. How can i somehow boot my computer and then get it so i can re-install windows xp again and get it to work?
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 2 Replies .
Hp Mini Netbook Issues After System Restore
I have an hp mini netbook and i have a couple of issues. My system crashed and i used the hp system restore, now instead of windows 7 starter i have windows xp embedded, totally changed without me touching it. And no sound driver installed? Anyone know whats going on?
Posted On: 7 months ago . View 2 Replies .
I have an hp mini netbook and i have a couple of issues. My system crashed and i used the hp system restore, now instead of windows 7 starter i have windows xp embedded, totally changed without me touching it. And no sound driver installed? Anyone know whats going on?
Posted On: 7 months ago . View 2 Replies .
How To Restore Asus Notebook Factory Settings ?
How do i restore my asus notebook to its factory settings?
Answer:-
Your system probably has a 'recovery partition', which you can load by pressing one of the function key when you boot your system. One manual for an asus m50 series says that you need to press the f9 key at bootup and follow instructions, though this may not work with your particular model. Of course, depending on what options your recovery software has, this may overwrite any important documents currently on your system. I'd consider booting off of a live linux cd like 'puppy linux', then use a usb drive to backup any important documents on the hard drive before 'restoring' the operating system.
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 1 Replies .
How do i restore my asus notebook to its factory settings?
Answer:-
Your system probably has a 'recovery partition', which you can load by pressing one of the function key when you boot your system. One manual for an asus m50 series says that you need to press the f9 key at bootup and follow instructions, though this may not work with your particular model. Of course, depending on what options your recovery software has, this may overwrite any important documents currently on your system. I'd consider booting off of a live linux cd like 'puppy linux', then use a usb drive to backup any important documents on the hard drive before 'restoring' the operating system.
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 1 Replies .
Dell Inspiron 9400 System Restore
How do you do a system restore on a dell inspiron 9400?
Answer:-
Do you have a restore disk? If you do then put it in the dvd drive and on boot it will say "hit ant key to boot from dvd" so hit the enter key and follow the prompts on the screen. If you don't have a restore disk then you will need a windows disk that matches your installed os. Then you can use your coa# from your windows sticker on the computer.
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 2 Replies .
How do you do a system restore on a dell inspiron 9400?
Answer:-
Do you have a restore disk? If you do then put it in the dvd drive and on boot it will say "hit ant key to boot from dvd" so hit the enter key and follow the prompts on the screen. If you don't have a restore disk then you will need a windows disk that matches your installed os. Then you can use your coa# from your windows sticker on the computer.
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 2 Replies .
Restore Toshiba Laptop To Factory Settings
How do i restore my toshiba laptop to factory settings? I've pretty much tried everything, it didn't come with a recovery disk and when i restarted my computer and pressed whatever i pressed it only asked me to do memory diagnostics and to restore system settings with a restore point that i had to set that only set it to a recent point in time, which sucks. I got the computer in 08 and it runs windows vista if that helps any.
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 4 Replies .
How do i restore my toshiba laptop to factory settings? I've pretty much tried everything, it didn't come with a recovery disk and when i restarted my computer and pressed whatever i pressed it only asked me to do memory diagnostics and to restore system settings with a restore point that i had to set that only set it to a recent point in time, which sucks. I got the computer in 08 and it runs windows vista if that helps any.
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 4 Replies .
Restore Compaq Laptop To Factory Settings
How can i restore my compaq laptop to factory settings? Ok basically my computer is a mess and i want to make it like it was when i bought it. Apparently i need recovery disks or a previous recovery point, the discs it was suppose to come with or be ordered i never got to so thats not an option, and there is no recovery point anywhere near the time i bought it. Is there a way for me to restore it, but it still containing the windows vista basic it came with and the original program files (ie. Accessories, itunes, hp health and all of that) the files, and programs themselves don't matter, but i would like the original programs that it came with and windows vista that it came with. Is this possible. It exact model is compaq presario cq60-419wm
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 2 Replies .
How can i restore my compaq laptop to factory settings? Ok basically my computer is a mess and i want to make it like it was when i bought it. Apparently i need recovery disks or a previous recovery point, the discs it was suppose to come with or be ordered i never got to so thats not an option, and there is no recovery point anywhere near the time i bought it. Is there a way for me to restore it, but it still containing the windows vista basic it came with and the original program files (ie. Accessories, itunes, hp health and all of that) the files, and programs themselves don't matter, but i would like the original programs that it came with and windows vista that it came with. Is this possible. It exact model is compaq presario cq60-419wm
Posted On: 2 months ago . View 2 Replies .
Restore Hp Mini 110 To Factory Settings
My netbook hp mini 110 is started to run slower than it normally does. I think this is because i have too many programs installed and it's running low on memory. I am thinking about restoring it to factory settings. My netbook is running windows 7 home premium, but it came with windows 7 starter. Will restoring it set it back to starter? Also, what will happen once my netbook is set back to default factory settings? How long will it take?
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 3 Replies .
My netbook hp mini 110 is started to run slower than it normally does. I think this is because i have too many programs installed and it's running low on memory. I am thinking about restoring it to factory settings. My netbook is running windows 7 home premium, but it came with windows 7 starter. Will restoring it set it back to starter? Also, what will happen once my netbook is set back to default factory settings? How long will it take?
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 3 Replies .
How To Restore Sony Vaio Laptop Factory Settings ?
How do i restore my sony vaio laptop to its factory settings?
Answer:-
Vista factory reset
This will not work if you haven't a pre installed os held in a partition. So, you have nothing to lose give it a go. I assume vista as you don't mention what your os is
Switch off your pc completely and clear the working area. You're ready to go: - on switching on, from a completely off situation, immediately and repeatedly¯ hit f10 (can be manufacture dependant) as it runs up, it'll show/allow you the options, for example repair your computer¯ select this. Answer a couple other obvious questions but, you're looking for their top option e.g. Full destructive recovery¯ this is what you're after. Don't be shy, it will ask many more times, do you really want to do this¯ just keep clicking yes please. 1. This course of action will take about ten minutes and if you haven't saved any files that you might like to have kept its now too late. Remember this will take it back to the day you purchased. So, you can install any subsequent software, printer drivers for example, at a much later date. 2. Sit back and watch while it does its thing¦then bing its back and talking to you, to help you set up your new purchased pc. I suggest you install your (for you i suggest norton 3 user from tescos £24, that's 8 quid each, fit and forget. ) Or some such anti virus now. You'll need to update your system; this can be lengthy, boring and defiantly time consuming. Might i suggest you leave it on, connected, to your modem while you're in bed asleep while these updates arrive?
Posted On: 1 month ago . View 3 Replies .
How do i restore my sony vaio laptop to its factory settings?
Answer:-
Vista factory reset
This will not work if you haven't a pre installed os held in a partition. So, you have nothing to lose give it a go. I assume vista as you don't mention what your os is
Switch off your pc completely and clear the working area. You're ready to go: - on switching on, from a completely off situation, immediately and repeatedly¯ hit f10 (can be manufacture dependant) as it runs up, it'll show/allow you the options, for example repair your computer¯ select this. Answer a couple other obvious questions but, you're looking for their top option e.g. Full destructive recovery¯ this is what you're after. Don't be shy, it will ask many more times, do you really want to do this¯ just keep clicking yes please. 1. This course of action will take about ten minutes and if you haven't saved any files that you might like to have kept its now too late. Remember this will take it back to the day you purchased. So, you can install any subsequent software, printer drivers for example, at a much later date. 2. Sit back and watch while it does its thing¦then bing its back and talking to you, to help you set up your new purchased pc. I suggest you install your (for you i suggest norton 3 user from tescos £24, that's 8 quid each, fit and forget. ) Or some such anti virus now. You'll need to update your system; this can be lengthy, boring and defiantly time consuming. Might i suggest you leave it on, connected, to your modem while you're in bed asleep while these updates arrive?
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