User manual COMPAQ SURESTORE

[. . . ] Can be used to back up multiple computers. Note: HP SureStore does NOT back up your operating system or applications. Supported Operating Systems · Windows Vista /XP ® ® Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system. HP SureStore software only supports Windows. Important: For highest performance and reliability, it is recommended that you install the latest updates and service pack (SP). Go to the Start menu and select Windows Update. ABOUT HP SURESTORE ­ 1 HP SURESTORE USER MANUAL 2 Getting Started HP SureStore does not need to be installed on your computer. [. . . ] The first time you back up your computer, it can take up to several hours (or more). Click Pause to temporarily halt the backup process if you need to use your computer for other tasks. Click Resume to restart the backup process. If you need to permanently stop the backup process, click Cancel. The following screen displays when the backup process is complete. HOW TO BACK UP YOUR FILES ­ 4 HP SURESTORE USER MANUAL Sometimes a file cannot be backed up. If this occurs you will be notified to click the View Report button. The report outlines which files could not be backed up. If you need help, go to the HP support website at http://www. hp. com/support. You can unplug your PMD after your initial backup. However, it is recommended that you leave it plugged in to ensure automatic backups. As long as your PMD remains plugged into your computer and the HP SureStore Monitor is running, your computer will be backed up automatically each time your computer remains idle (not used) for five minutes. If you unplug your PMD, just plug it back in and run HP SureStore by clicking the HP SureStore application icon. The software automatically backs up any modified files and all new files since your last backup from your computer to your HP PMD. Backing up Multiple Computers If you want to back up another computer, simply unplug your PMD drive and plug it into the designated computer. Follow the same steps as detailed in "How to Back Up Your Files" on page 3. About the HP SureStore Monitor The HP SureStore Monitor appears in your system tray after the initial backup is performed. The HP SureStore Monitor continuously watches your computer for any new or changed files and automatically backs up those files after your computer is idle (not used) for five minutes. Your PMD drive must be left plugged into your computer for the HP SureStore monitor to work. Before disconnecting your HP PMD drive, exit HP SureStore by right-clicking the HP SureStore Monitor, then clicking Exit. Note: If you exit the HP SureStore Monitor, any new or changed files will NOT be backed up. HOW TO BACK UP YOUR FILES ­ 5 HP SURESTORE USER MANUAL 4 How To Restore Files Use HP SureStore to restore files you have backed up on your HP PMD drive. [. . . ] To access the options page, click My Options in the HP SureStore welcome screen. File Types & Locations HP SureStore automatically backs up the most common file types on your computer's primary hard drive by default. You can use the File Types & Locations option to modify these settings. Click Search only these locations to specify drives or folders you want HP SureStore to back up. [. . . ]