Using Windows Backup and Restore

Appendix A: Backup and recovery

To create a backup using Windows Backup and Restore, follow these steps:

✎Beprocess.sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup

✎Thecomputer.backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the

1.Click Start, click All Programs, click Maintenance, and then click Backup and Restore.

2.Follow the on-screen instructions to set up and create a backup.

✎Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and

Support for more information.

Using system restore points

When you back up your system, you are creating a system restore point. A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes made to your system.

✎Recovering to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point.

You also can create additional restore points to provide increased protection for your system files and settings.

When to create restore points

■Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware

■Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally

✎If you revert to a restore point and then change your mind, you can reverse the restoration.

Create a system restore point

1.Click Start, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then click System.

2.In the left pane, click System protection.

3.Click the System Protection tab.

4.Under Protection Settings, select the disk for which you want to create a restore point.

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