# Personal Computer VAIO Pro 11/13SVP1122/SVP1322

## Restoring Your Data with VAIO Data Restore Tool

You can use VAIO Data Restore Tool to restore files previously backed up using VAIO Care (Rescue Mode): VAIO recovery solutions.

For instructions on how to use the app, refer to the help file included with the app.

1. Open the Apps screen. (See Opening the App List to open the Apps screen.)
2. Select VAIO Data Restore Tool.

   The VAIO Data Restore Tool window appears.

3. Select Next.

   If the User Account Control window appears, select Yes.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

#### Note

- To restore copyright protected data, such as music files organized by digital media playback apps, use a backup tool specified by the app you used to import such data. Sony does not guarantee the playback compatibility of data which is not restored with the specified backup tool.

#### Hint

- If you are signed in to your VAIO computer as a standard user, you may be prompted to enter an administrator name and password.

- If necessary, move the restored files to the original location.

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### Related Topic

- About Backup
- About Types of Backup
- Backing Up Your Data when You cannot Start Windows
- Creating a Restore Point
- Restoring System Files Using the Restore Point when You cannot Start Windows

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