If an operating system is reinstalled in a laptop without using a “restoration” utility, all of the device drivers will need to be reinstalled again. Laptop manufacturers usually include a CD or DVD containing all the necessary drivers and utilities in the original packaging. But, if the CD or DVD cannot be found, users can download the drivers directly from the device or laptop manufacturer.
For example, Sony® offers a really practical tool on their website that helps owners of its VAIO® laptops to download all drivers with just a few clicks. To learn more, read the instructions below which explain how to reach this utility for Sony® VAIO® laptops.
Using the Sony® VAIO® drivers support tool:
- Launch the Internet Explorer® browser (Internet Explorer® is the only supported browser at the moment) and go to the Sony® support page.
- Click on the “Detect Your VAIO” button.
- You will be redirected to the product page. Click on the “Downloads” tab.
- Now download and install all the drivers for the appropriate Sony® VAIO® model.
