Image Hard Drive / Backup Hard Disk
don't put it off, do it now !!

For us to be able to do this there are a couple of factors to consider,

Firstly the software needed to backup. 
Secondly whereabouts are we going to be backing up to.
And lastly how can we put all this together.



There are a number of software packages on the market that enable us to backup or image hard drive , one of the best around is Drive Image by r-tools technology.

It enables you to image hard drive from the active operating system, unlike some other software packages where you cannot image or backup an active system and will have to boot from another device.

Your can download Drive image here, they have a try before you buy policy so you can try for 15 days before purchasing which is a great way to make sure you are happy with the software. Image hard disk / backup hard drive

http://www.drive-image.com/

Whereabouts are we going to backup to? To begin with you create a single image hard drive file of your operating system.

Note – you can save a lot of space if you firstly clean up your disk, read our “ cleaning hard drive hints and tips “ guide on this ,  

Also disable your page file before you create the file. Remember to re-enable it once you have finished creating your image , also remember you will have to enable it on image if you ever need to restore.   This could save you up to a gig or more in image size so it’s definitely worth it.  

After seeing the size of the file, you can decide the best place to backup to, the image / backup will be a single file so this can quite literally be copied.

Generally the size of an image will be over a few gigs so , a normal CD copier will be of no use, a single layer DVD writer will enable you to backup about 4.7gb,

But if this is too small you really need to look into other backup mediums, firstly we have a Dual layer DVD Writer , another good device would be an external hard drive.   If you need any help looking for the right backup hardware, checkout our hardware backup device section , where we help decide the right device for you.

After Image Hard Drive Read More About Hardware Data Storage Options Here
 

Remember though when backup the file , how easy is it going to be to restore, if you are using something like a tape drive , restoring may be a little difficult, using an external hard drive or secondary internal are the easiest options. 

If the worst happens and you do need to restore, Drive Image gives you the option of creating a bootable restore disk , from this you will be able to see the drives you wish to restore from and to .

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