Performing a Backup Using a Wizard
The Backup Wizard walks you through the process of backing up files on your computer. You can back up every file on your computer, or selected files and folders. Backing up your entire computer is a good idea in case you have a problem with Windows and it doesn’t start properly. Typically, you back up your entire computer after you make major changes to your system and you back up changes to individual files, folders, and settings on a regular schedule. During the wizard process, you select the back up location, choose the day, time, and how often you want to back up your files, folders, and settings. You can also specify the type of data to back up, such as documents, photos, or music. While the back up takes place you can continue to use your computer, yet it may be a little slower.
Back up Every File Using a Wizard
Click the Start button, and then click the Control Panel.
Double-click the Backup and Restore Center icon in Classic view.
Click Back up computer.
Select the option where you want to back up your computer, and then select the specific location.
Click Next to continue.
Confirm your backup settings, and then click Start backup.
If prompted to insert a disc, insert a CD or DVD, and then click OK.
If prompted to format the disc, click Format.
The progress dialog box opens, displaying back up status.
When it’s done, click Close.
Back up Selected Files Using a Wizard
Click the Start button, and then click the Control Panel.
Double-click the Backup and Restore Center icon in Classic view.
Click Back up files.
Select the option where you want to back up your files, and then select the specific location.
Click Next to continue.
To find out what files are included in the back up of a category or file type, point to the one you want, and then read about the details.
Select the check boxes with the data you want to back up and clear the ones you don’t want to include.
Click Next to continue.
Select how often you want to create a backup. Specify how often, what day, and what time.
Click Save settings and start backup.
If prompted to insert a disc, insert a DVD, and then click OK.
If prompted to format the disc, click Format.
The progress dialog box opens, displaying back up status.
When it’s done, click Close.