NOTE:
The external hard drive must be connected to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB port
on an external device such as a hub.
You will need high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, BD-R (writable Blu-ray), or CD-R discs. All these discs
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are purchased separately. DVDs and BDs have a much higher capacity than CDs. If you use CDs,
up to 20 discs may be required, whereas only a few DVDs or BDs are required.
NOTE:
(rewritable Blu-ray) discs, are not compatible with the Recovery Manager software.
The computer must be connected to AC power during this process.
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Only one set of recovery discs can be created per computer.
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Number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive.
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If necessary, you can exit the program before you have finished creating the recovery discs. The
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next time you open Recovery Manager, you will be prompted to continue the disc creation
process.
To create a set of recovery discs:
1.
Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Disk Creation.
2.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Backing up your information
As you add new software and data files, you should 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
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NOTE:
Before the computer is repaired or restored
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Before you add or modify hardware or software
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Note the following when backing up:
Create system restore points using the Windows® System Restore feature, and periodically copy
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them to disc.
Store personal files in the Documents library and back up this folder periodically.
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Back up templates stored in their associated programs.
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Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your
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settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.
To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing document, follow these steps:
1.
Display the screen.
2.
Copy the screen:
To copy only the active window, press
To copy the entire screen, press
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Read-write discs, such as CD-RW, DVD±RW, double-layer DVD±R, and BD-RE
Set reminders to back up your information periodically.
alt+prt
sc.
prt
sc.