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Title: Complete backup of hard drive
Post by: Avastfan1 on November 18, 2010, 05:51:20 PM

Dear Forum,

What is the easiset way to create a complete backup of my laptop's hard drive?

I want to backup ALL files, not just personal files.

Thank you!

Avastfan1

Title: Re: Complete backup of hard drive
Post by: DavidR on November 18, 2010, 06:10:49 PM

Drive imaging software makes an exact image of your hard disk/partition and can be saved to an external HDD or DVD depending on the size of the backup file. That enables you to completely restore an exact copy of your disk/partition if a problem occurs.

There are many different drive imaging software applications, try a google search, some are free but many are paid options.

Title: Re: Complete backup of hard drive
Post by: YoKenny on November 18, 2010, 07:35:02 PM

I use an External hard disk drive on my XP Pro system with Acronis True Image:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/External_hard_disk_drive

I have read that Macrium Reflect FREE Edition - for personal use is good:
http://www.macrium.com/reflectfree.asp

Title: Re: Complete backup of hard drive
Post by: Avastfan1 on November 18, 2010, 11:50:09 PM

Thanks for the replies.

I used the free software 'Todo Backup', and it worked without a problem.

Have a nice weekend!

Title: Re: Complete backup of hard drive
Post by: DavidR on November 19, 2010, 12:17:45 AM

You're welcome.