{"id":18476,"date":"2021-07-29T08:18:12","date_gmt":"2021-07-29T13:18:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.comtodo.info\/how-to-backup-in-windows\/"},"modified":"2022-01-28T16:08:43","modified_gmt":"2022-01-28T22:08:43","slug":"how-to-backup-in-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/comtodo.com\/en\/how-to-backup-in-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"How to backup in Windows"},"content":{"rendered":"

To make backup copies in Windows you will first need a backup software<\/a><\/strong> . These types of software create copies that are on your system so that they can be recovered in case the original data is lost or damaged.<\/p>\n

Different backup solutions protect different types of data and different combinations of devices.<\/p>\n

What is a backup?<\/h3>\n

For example, with Windows PCs and servers some backup and restore solutions only make copies of your files and folders<\/strong> . On the other hand we have the “R full duration<\/strong> “, to<\/em> this operation is called disk image<\/strong> or full image backup.<\/p>\n

The full image backup<\/strong> allows you to recover your system from one, saving time and effort that would otherwise have to be spent installing and configuring the operating system (OS) and applications.<\/p>\n

Why is it important for companies to have backup and restore plans?<\/h3>\n

A wise professional once said: “There are two types of computers, those that have failed and those that will fail.”<\/strong><\/p>\n

Everyone ends up having problems with their computers (especially hard drives). According to a study by Blackblaze, in one year more than five percent of existing hard drives fail, and one in five will fail to function in four years.<\/p>\n

Then there are the software glitches<\/strong> – virus attacks, malicious programs, botched updates and reconfigurations. A virus can open a security breach in your computer so that later, in a malicious attack, it encrypts your documents.<\/p>\n

If any of these incidents involve data loss and your company does not have a backup and restore strategy, You are in danger of losing all those files that depend not only on your work, but also on your life!<\/strong><\/p>\n

How to backup Windows with Acronis Backup<\/h3>\n

Access Console<\/h4>\n
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  1. If you have installed Acronis Backup Console<\/strong> In your work environment, open the Acronis Backup web console on the system where it is installed or use the following URL in any browser or any other system:\n
    https:\/\/[nombre del equipo o direcci\u00f3n IP]:9877<\/code><\/pre>\n<\/li>\n
  2. When on the console computer, enter “Administrator” and password, if prompted, or use the credentials of any other user who is a member of Acronis Centralized Admins<\/strong> .<\/li>\n
  3. If you are using the Acronis Backup console on Acronis Cloud, to start the session just open https:\/\/backup.acronis.com\/<\/a><\/strong> and enter your email address and password.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
    Add your Device<\/h4>\n
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    1. Click on All devices> Add<\/strong><\/li>\n
    2. Click on Windows<\/strong> .<\/li>\n
    3. Specify the name or IP address of the machine or search your network.<\/li>\n
    4. Provide the credentials of an account that has administrative privileges on that computer.<\/li>\n
    5. Click on ADD.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
      Now you can see your team in the list.<\/p>\n
      Schedule your backup<\/h4>\n
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      1. First select the device you want from the list and click on Backup copy.<\/strong><\/li>\n
      2. Rename the backup plan to make the logs and notifications easier to understand in the future.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        1. By default, the entire computer (all disks) will be backed up. Therefore click on the date and select what you want to include in the backup:\n
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          • Disks \/ volumes<\/strong> – Backup of all the content of the selected disks or partitions. This option allows you to exclude those USB and HDD drives or temporary locations that you do not want to backup.<\/li>\n
          • Files \/ folders<\/strong> – Backup of a selection of files and \/ or folders. This is the best option when creating a copy of your data<\/strong> . Note that this backup mode will not allow you to restore your operating system or applications, so you can use it as a secondary backup, to complement the entire computer.<\/li>\n
          • System status<\/strong> – Backup your Windows settings. This mode can help you restore Windows settings without having to overwrite applications and data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
            Select a destination.<\/h4>\n
            Acronis Backup<\/strong> supports a multitude of storage options:<\/p>\n
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            • Local files<\/strong> \u2013Fantastic option for fast computer backup and recovery that does not require the backup to travel over the network or the Internet. But nevertheless, this storage destination will not protect you from HDD failure (if you store them in the same drive) or major disasters such as fire or flood.<\/strong> This storage option is also 1-to-1, meaning you will have to manage each of your computers separately. It’s great for loose teams, but it’s tricky when you have to manage large environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              • Network file<\/strong> – Allows you to store backups on file servers or NAS. You can perform a backup the entire environment and quickly recover it over your local network<\/strong> . It also protects you from local disk failures, however, it is not a good option for recovery from major disasters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                • Cloud storage<\/strong> – Reliable backup to have Acronis Data Centers around the world. When you store your backups in remote locations, you are guaranteed protection in case of disasters<\/strong> older, so you can restore your data and your business in virtually any situation. Keep in mind that cloud storage performance is highly dependent on internet connectivity and bandwidth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
                  Define the desired schedule.<\/h4>\n
                  Acronis Backup has a wide range of scheduling options, all of which are easy to configure:<\/p>\n
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                    1. The default schedule is daily from Monday to Friday. You can drag a slider to change it to:\n