●Only one set of recovery discs are created per computer.
●Number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive.
●If necessary, exit the program before you have finished creating the recovery discs. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you are prompted to continue the disc creation process.
To create a set of recovery discs:
1.Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Disc Creation.2.Follow the
Backing up your information
As you add new software and data files, back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup.
Back up your system at the following times:
●At regularly scheduled times
NOTE: Set reminders to back up your information periodically.
●Before the computer is repaired or restored
●Before adding or modifying hardware or software When backing up:
●Create system restore points using the Windows System Restore feature, and periodically copy them to disc.
●Store personal files in the Documents library and periodically back up this folder.
●Back up templates stored in their associated programs.
●Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings. The screen shot is a
To copy the screen and paste it into a
1.Display the screen.
2.Copy the screen:
To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc.
3.Open a
4.Save the document.
●Back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs.
●When backing up to discs, use any of the following types of discs (purchased separately):
NOTE: DVDs store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduces the number of recovery discs required.
●When backing up to discs, number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive of the computer.
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