Using Windows Backup and Restore

To create a backup using Windows Backup and Restore:

NOTE: Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before starting the backup process.

NOTE: The backup process might take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the computer.

1.Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore.

2.Follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the computer. You might be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. For more information, see Help and Support.

Using system restore points

When backing up your system, you are creating a system restore point. A system restore point saves and names a snapshot of the 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 thesystem.

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

Create additional restore points to provide increased protection for the system files and settings.

When to create restore points

Create restore points:

Before adding or extensively modifying software or hardware

Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally

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

Create a system restore point

To create a system restore point:

1.Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > 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.

5.Click Create.

6.Follow the on-screen instructions.

Restore to a previous date and time

To revert to a restore point (created at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally:

1.Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System.

2.In the left pane, click System protection.

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