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I don't have Windows XP on disc, it was pre-installed when i purchased the laptop, can i simply call Microsoft, give them my product no. and get a copy sent in the post?
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No, you’d have to get it from Sony. I got a set for my old Vaio when it crashed.
Check out this site for system recovery:
http://support.vaio.sony.co.uk/tutorials/recovery/recovery.asp?site=voe_en_GB_prof&c=0&s=PCG-K&m=1749
For drivers use this:
http://support.vaio.eu/downloads/preinstalled/preinstalled.asp?site=voe_en_GB_cons&c=0&s=PCG-K&m=1749
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last night my windows explorer crashed. that was the first time since i bought this system. it crashed again this morning and then kept on crashing after that. i tried to restore the system to a previous point and now i’ve lost all restore points aswell. :halo: 
explorer is still crashing, system have no restore points and i don’t have XP CD to reinstall the OS.
what should i do now to fix the problem? 
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Call a friend ? Or have you used that lifeline already?
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Call a friend ? Or have you used that lifeline already?
i don't have any friends either. :-/ what else?
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Qareebi FurtureShop se rujoo karein :)
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NEVERRRRR!!! 
what else?
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Mail ur laptop to me, I am in the market for paper-weights :p
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its a desktop and i’m already using my laptop as paper-weight. :halo:
from where can i buy cheap but authetic XP-PRO OS CDs?
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check which ever application is making it crash, then just remove all traces of that.. should be good after that...
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well menu [start button wala], desktop (even when there is no activity) , and at times just by clicking on an icon on desktop. if i had an XP CD i would have installed a fresh copy of OS. for now i can’t do much except try to fix the problem (which is highly unlikely). have already lost all the system restore points while trying to restore to a 2weeks old point even when there was more than 15GB of diskspace available. :halo:
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why not i u 
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Buy restore disk from sonyrecovery dot com . it is around 35 dollars or call sony to order one it might be cheaper. You can buy xp from ebay , amazon or yahoo but nothing is less than 99 dollars.
If you cannot do that then take two aspirin and call me in the morning.
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Some of your dll or cmd files were infected with a virus, or messed up due to an adware or some installation you may have done.
best bet is to back up all your stuff, format the computer, re-install xp, get it from some friend or buy it if you will... then download the drivers off sony's website for the computer model you have.
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Cannot start the VAIO Recovery Wizard because the computer will not start to the operating system.
Follow this procedure to perform a system recovery using the VAIO Recovery Wizard when the computer will not start to the operating system.
WARNING: There is a risk of data loss. All software applications, configurations, and data added to the restored drives will be erased.
WARNING: There is a risk of data loss. Licensed content, such as movies acquired from the VAIO® Movie Experience CD supplied with select models, will no longer be playable if the license information is not backed up prior to a system recovery, and restored afterward.
IMPORTANT:
Before performing a recovery, go to the Sony® eSupport Web site at esupport dot sony dot com and check your model-specific support page. Look for software and driver updates, or check for knowledge base solutions that may help you solve your computer's issue.
This model does not use Recovery CDs. Recovery data is included on a special partition of the hard drive.
Do not interrupt the power during the recovery process.
NOTE: A recovery can also be performed using the Recovery Media Kit.
Close all open programs.
Disconnect all network connections.
Disconnect all peripheral devices.
Turn off the computer.
Turn on the computer.
When the SONY logo is displayed, press the F10 key.
In the VAIO Recovery Wizard window, click the Next button.
Under Recovery Options, click to select the C Drive Recovery option.
Click the Next button.
NOTES:
A C Drive Recovery will return the (C:) drive to its original, factory-installed state. All software and data on the (C:) drive will be erased. If there is a (D:) drive, it is unaffected.
Only a C Drive Recovery can be performed using the VAIO Recovery Wizard on the Recovery Drive. For a Custom Recovery with options for removing or reinstalling the Recovery Drive, use the Recovery Media Kit.
Under C Drive Recovery, click the Next button.
Under Click Finish..., click the Finish button.
NOTE: The computer will restart.
Under Recovery Progress, when the recovery is Completed, click the Next button.
Under The Recovery process is complete, click the Finish button.
After the computer restarts, the operating system setup wizard will start. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup wizard.
NOTE: After the setup wizard is completed, all bundled applications will be reinstalled. If the recovery stops during this process, click inside the window and reinsert the Recovery Disc.
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Saieen dear, there's no choice but to reinstall. Joking aside get an XP license, backup all your date and reinstall the OS, and the drivers. Its just too much work trying to troubleshoot the various things going on with your lappy.
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How to purchase recovery CD/DVDs for computer products.
There are no System Recovery CDs (SRCDs) included with the computer. The recovery data required to return the computer to the original, factory-installed condition is included on a special partition of the hard drive.
If your computer can start to the operating system, you can create a Recovery Media Kit from data included on a special partition of the hard drive.
If your computer cannot start to the operating system, a recovery can be performed from the data included on a special partition of the hard drive.
Parts and accessories, including recovery CDs/DVDs for your computer, are available from the Sony® National Parts Center in the country where the product was purchased.
IMPORTANT: Additional support information, including links to international Sony support sites, is available at the Sony Global Web site.
NOTES:
Pricing and shipping information can be obtained from the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center (DAPC).
If the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center no longer carries recovery CDs/DVDs for your model computer, service may be required. The Sony® eService Web site at http://eservice.sony.com/ can assist you in obtaining service from a Sony Service Center or locating a Sony Authorized Servicer.
Sony recommends searching the eSupport Knowledge Base for complete troubleshooting steps before performing a system recovery.
In the United States:
Contact the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center.
Internet: Visit the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site. This site is for orders shipped within the U.S. only.
Phone: (800) 488-SONY (7669)
NOTE: The telephone hours for the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center are:
Monday through Friday 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. Central Standard Time
Saturday 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Central Standard Time
Sunday 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Central Standard Time
In Canada:
Contact Sony Canada by phone at: (416) 499-1414
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Saieen :
I got those two documents for your from sony's website.
If this does not help then take two aspirin and call me in the morning.
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U need to be a doctor to have someone call u in the morning :p