How to use Backup Utility

Hi,

I am trying to use Windows XP Backup utility and am
confused on how to proceed. I looked at the instructions
both on my computer and the web and am still lacking
information.

I would like to do an incremental backup. But how do I do
that. Do I create two backup files? The first backup file
would be a normal backup of everything. Then I would
create a second backup file that is the incremental type?

Also, how do I set the radio button on the "Backup Job
Information" dialogue box. It asks me "if the media
already contains backups" to choose either "append this
backup to the media" or "replace the data on the media
with this backup". Which do I choose and when?

On that same dialogue box, it also asks "if the media is
overwritten, use this label to identify the media". Do I
change the name each time a do an incremental backup, or
does the program change the name automatically?

Thanks for your help on these questions.

Kevin Miller

When you launch Backup use the Advanced Mode - click the link on the
Backup/Restore Wizard or uncheck the box that says "Always start in Wizard
mode". IMO Advanced Mode is easier

1) From the Welcome to Backup Utility Advanced Mode screen click on "Backup"
Tab (not the button but the Tab)
2) Select the folders, files etc to backup up.
3) Browse to where you want the backup saved and enter a name for the
backup.
4) click the "Start Backup" button and you will get the "Backup Job Info"
screen where you can view and manage the backup
5) If you want incremental backups then click the "Advanced Button" and
change the Backup type drop down to "Incremental"

You can also setup your schedules etc. You have to play around with it a bit
to get the hang of it. Be aware that the Backup Utility does not save
directly to CD Writers without a work around
http://www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/saving_files_to_cd.htm
The full featured version of this app is called Backup MyPC from
www.stompinc.com It will save directly to CD without a work around.

--

Harry Ohrn - MS MVP (Windows Shell/User]
www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/
www.webtree.ca/newlife/


"Kevin Miller" wrote in message
...
Hi,

I am trying to use Windows XP Backup utility and am
confused on how to proceed. I looked at the instructions
both on my computer and the web and am still lacking
information.

I would like to do an incremental backup. But how do I do
that. Do I create two backup files? The first backup file
would be a normal backup of everything. Then I would
create a second backup file that is the incremental type?

Also, how do I set the radio button on the "Backup Job
Information" dialogue box. It asks me "if the media
already contains backups" to choose either "append this
backup to the media" or "replace the data on the media
with this backup". Which do I choose and when?

On that same dialogue box, it also asks "if the media is
overwritten, use this label to identify the media". Do I
change the name each time a do an incremental backup, or
does the program change the name automatically?

Thanks for your help on these questions.

Kevin Miller

When you launch Backup use the Advanced Mode - click the link on the
Backup/Restore Wizard or uncheck the box that says "Always start in Wizard
mode". IMO Advanced Mode is easier

1) From the Welcome to Backup Utility Advanced Mode screen click on "Backup"
Tab (not the button but the Tab)
2) Select the folders, files etc to backup up.
3) Browse to where you want the backup saved and enter a name for the
backup.
4) click the "Start Backup" button and you will get the "Backup Job Info"
screen where you can view and manage the backup
5) If you want incremental backups then click the "Advanced Button" and
change the Backup type drop down to "Incremental"

You can also setup your schedules etc. You have to play around with it a bit
to get the hang of it. Be aware that the Backup Utility does not save
directly to CD Writers without a work around
http://www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/saving_files_to_cd.htm
The full featured version of this app is called Backup MyPC from
www.stompinc.com It will save directly to CD without a work around.

--

Harry Ohrn - MS MVP (Windows Shell/User]
www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/
www.webtree.ca/newlife/


"Kevin Miller" wrote in message
...
Hi,

I am trying to use Windows XP Backup utility and am
confused on how to proceed. I looked at the instructions
both on my computer and the web and am still lacking
information.

I would like to do an incremental backup. But how do I do
that. Do I create two backup files? The first backup file
would be a normal backup of everything. Then I would
create a second backup file that is the incremental type?

Also, how do I set the radio button on the "Backup Job
Information" dialogue box. It asks me "if the media
already contains backups" to choose either "append this
backup to the media" or "replace the data on the media
with this backup". Which do I choose and when?

On that same dialogue box, it also asks "if the media is
overwritten, use this label to identify the media". Do I
change the name each time a do an incremental backup, or
does the program change the name automatically?

Thanks for your help on these questions.

Kevin Miller