Making File System Image Step by Step
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It is really important to use the new backup utilities in Windows 7 are actually pretty impressive.Here is the step by step procedure on creating an image on windows 7.
You need to click start to go to getting started and then select backup your files.Next click on a create a system image hyperlink, then choose where you need to save the image.You can choose an external drive, burn to DVD or you can save your files on your system network.You can include other drives if you want.After that just follow the instruction on it.Choose which drives your going to include in the backup.
The time on creating system image depends on your computer system and where you back it up.When you finish the process an option to create a system repair disc is required, when the time comes that you will need it you will be able to use the System Recovery options to fix the problem on your computer.
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A system image contains a copy of Windows and copies of your programs, system settings, and files. It is stored in a separate location from the original programs, settings, and files and can be used to restore the contents of your computer if your hard disk or entire computer ever stops working. Here is how you can create the system image:
Remember that to be able to create a system image your hard drive must be using the NTFS file system. And also, if you wish to save the system image on a different container other than the hard drive like in a USB flash drive, it must also be formatted with NTFS.