Things to know before you upgrade:
Click here for the list of applications that may not function as usual or will be removed upon installation of Windows 8.
To enable video playback of your Blu-ray/DVD player under Windows 8, you will need to update your Blu-ray/DVD driver and software. There are a variety of free and fee-based options you can choose from which are available for download.
Perform the upgrade:
- Step 1 - Prepare your PC before installing Windows 8
1) Make sure your VAIO PC is supported for Windows 8 and get drivers.
2) Visit the Microsoft Compatibility Center to find out if your installed applications and devices are compatible with Windows 8.
3) Remove any third party devices from your PC.
4) Make sure your PC is plugged into a working power outlet. Do not use battery power while performing this process.
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5) Create Recovery Media (Strongly Recommended) Recovery media is part of the recommended process to perform the Upgrade/Clean Install Recovery media also enables you to return your PC back to the original OS if necessary.
6) Perform a backup of your data (Strongly Recommended)
7) Make sure you have the Product Keys for any of your software that requires one for installation (example: Norton Anti-Virus, Kaspersky, Microsoft Office)
8) Perform a System Recovery (Strongly Recommended)
Performing a recovery of your PC reduces the possibility of issues occurring with the Windows 8 installation, and also ensures the recovery media works properly in case you need it later. 9) Uninstall certain application and drivers.
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- Step 2 - Get a copy of Windows 8 from Microsoft or a local retailer
- Step 3 - Install the Windows 8 Operating System
- Step 4 - Install drivers, applications and utilities on your PC after installing Windows 8
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