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    Rescue and Recovery: Question

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by JBlue, Dec 30, 2007.

  1. JBlue

    JBlue Notebook Consultant

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    Hi,

    What is the file extention of ur backup when using 'Back up your Hard Drive'?

    I saved locally, but would like to move the file (10+gig) to an external drive.

    I did not realize there was an advance menu that would let me pick a distination.

    I am trying to do search but not sure what file(s) I am looking for.

    Thx
     
    JBlue, Dec 30, 2007
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  2. Renee

    Renee Notebook Virtuoso

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    I don't think you can because R&R is based on the Shadowcopy service. I think you may have to shut the service down to copy the files and restart it.

    I don't think R&R is a good implimentation and it was the first thing I deleted from my system. If you have Vista, I'd recommend complete PC backup to DVDs.
     
    Renee, Dec 30, 2007
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  3. JBlue

    JBlue Notebook Consultant

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    Oh I found a solution.

    FYI

    In R&R you can choose to save in 2nd HD/External HD. Which then in turn gives you an option to delete the BACKUP set that is saved LOCALLY.

    I just did that and my HD free'd the 10+ gig.
     
    JBlue, Dec 30, 2007
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    esmail Notebook Consultant

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    I have now access to a nice large external hard drive. I use XP. Do you have any recommendation for backup software for me to use with my T61?

    Thanks.

    Esmail
     
    esmail, Jan 26, 2008
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