Compaq 6510b factory restore

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I'm trying to factory restore my HP Compaq 6510b with Vista. I've not got a recovery disc & laptop didn't come with 1 either.
F11 option doesn't work however F8 allows me to access the Advanced Boot Options however there is no repair your computer or system recovery option on the menu.
Also there is no recovery manager when searching at the start menu.
System restore option doesn't seem to be much help as the date available only seems to be in the last few days.
Am I wasting my time trying to factory restore or is it time to finally upgrade my once trusty & reliable laptop? Any help/comments are greatly appreciated.
Thanks
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You're very welcome Diana.
If you can't, here is a way to make your own Vista installation disk as long as you can still read all 25 characters of the Vista product key, but it is a pretty daunting task.
http://dellwindowsreinstallationguide.com/download-microsoft-windows-and-office/download-microsoft-w...

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