Simplify Backups For Non Tech Users

deltatec · 09-30-2006, 05:13 PM

I need to set up a simple backup across a two user network (WIN XP). The Target will be CD Writer drive. I have seen a setup with an ICon in the desktop, which, when "Clicked" backs up pre seslected data and burns onto CD. How does one set this up?

**johnwill** · 10-01-2006, 08:48 AM

You probably need a CD backup application, since there is no "one step" method using XP's CD writing capability. I don't backup to CD/DVD, I prefer USB or Network connected hard disks.

David PM · 10-01-2006, 09:28 AM

Well I have found a great way of doing this but not to a CD. I use a removable disk and use a program called Smart backup. It is easy to setup and works like a charm. Doing it on a removable disk allows me to be able to take the disk with me when ever I need to with a copy of all my essential software and data. Here is a link to there web site.

http://www.onlimemedia.com/products/smartbackup/

**johnwill** · 10-02-2006, 11:15 AM

There are plenty of excellent free alternatives for backup, no need to pay for one. I use Cobian Backup, but it doesn't fit the desired parameters of the original poster.

09-30-2006, 05:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
deltatec Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Brisbane Australia Posts: 2 OS: xp	Simplify Backups For Non Tech Users I need to set up a simple backup across a two user network (WIN XP). The Target will be CD Writer drive. I have seen a setup with an ICon in the desktop, which, when "Clicked" backs up pre seslected data and burns onto CD. How does one set this up?

10-01-2006, 08:48 AM	#2 (permalink)
johnwill Manager, Networking Forums Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: S.E. Pennsylvania, US Posts: 41,748 OS: Windows 7, XP-Pro, Vista, Linux Blog Entries: 1	You probably need a CD backup application, since there is no "one step" method using XP's CD writing capability. I don't backup to CD/DVD, I prefer USB or Network connected hard disks. __________________ If TSF has helped you, Tell us about it! or Donate to help keep the site up! Microsoft MVP - Windows Desktop Experience

10-01-2006, 09:28 AM	#3 (permalink)
David PM Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 55 OS: Win XP Pro	Well I have found a great way of doing this but not to a CD. I use a removable disk and use a program called Smart backup. It is easy to setup and works like a charm. Doing it on a removable disk allows me to be able to take the disk with me when ever I need to with a copy of all my essential software and data. Here is a link to there web site. http://www.onlimemedia.com/products/smartbackup/ __________________ - Dave - Apathy Error: Don't bother striking any key

10-02-2006, 11:15 AM	#4 (permalink)
johnwill Manager, Networking Forums Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: S.E. Pennsylvania, US Posts: 41,748 OS: Windows 7, XP-Pro, Vista, Linux Blog Entries: 1	There are plenty of excellent free alternatives for backup, no need to pay for one. I use Cobian Backup, but it doesn't fit the desired parameters of the original poster. __________________ If TSF has helped you, Tell us about it! or Donate to help keep the site up! Microsoft MVP - Windows Desktop Experience