If you’re having issues with your laptop and it’s not performing as it should, then you might need to reinstall your operating system. In this article, we’ll show you how to do just that with a flash disk. Before we begin, it’s important that you backup your important files to avoid losing them. You can use an external hard drive, cloud storage or even another flash disk for this purpose.
How to reinstall your laptop with a flash disk:
Follow these steps to reinstall your laptop with a flash disk:
- Insert the flash disk into your laptop’s USB port and turn it on
- Press the appropriate key to access the BIOS settings, this key can vary depending on your laptop’s manufacturer but it’s usually F2, F12, Esc or Del. Check your laptop’s manual if you’re not sure.
- Navigate to the boot menu in the BIOS settings and set the flash disk as the boot device of choice
- Save your changes and exit the BIOS settings
- Your laptop will now reboot from the flash disk and you’ll be presented with the option to install the operating system. Follow the prompts to install the operating system and drivers
- Once the installation is complete, reboot your laptop and you’re good to go!
How to reinstall your Sony Vaio E Series laptop:
Follow these steps to reinstall your Sony Vaio E Series laptop:
- Turn on your laptop and press the F2 key to access the BIOS settings
- Navigate to the boot menu in the BIOS settings and set the internal optical drive as the boot device of choice
- Insert the Windows installation disc into the internal optical drive and save your changes
- Your laptop will now reboot from the Windows installation disc and you’ll be presented with the option to install the operating system. Follow the prompts to install the operating system and drivers
- Once the installation is complete, reboot your laptop and you’re good to go!
FAQ:
Q: Will reinstalling my operating system erase all my data?
A: Yes, reinstalling your operating system will erase all your data. It’s important that you backup your files before proceeding with the reinstall.
Q: Do I need a product key to reinstall my operating system?
A: If your laptop came with a pre-installed operating system, then it should have a product key that’s stored in the BIOS. You’ll be prompted to enter the product key during the installation process. If you’re reinstalling a retail version of the operating system, then you’ll need to enter the product key manually.
