The image file will be saved under WindowsImageBackup folder in the drive you selected earlier. You can’t save a System Image in the same drive that you are backing up.Ĭlick Next when ready, and confirm the setting next window before clicking on Start backup.ĭepending on how big the drives are, it could take some time to have the image created. A second or external USB hard drive with a large capacity is much preferred. The Create a System Image utility opens, waiting for you to pick a suitable storage place to save the image file. Click on System Image Backup under “See also” section at the bottom left corner. Open Control Panel, and go to System and Security, then File History.
#HOW TO CREATE IMAGE OF HARD DRIVE WINDOWS 8 WINDOWS 8.1#
And here is how you can do it in both Windows 8.1 and Windows 10.
It’s a complete restoration that is going to overwrite everything that is currently on your computer.īecause a system image includes your personal data and can be used to fully recover a damaged system, it’s recommended that you do create a System Image of your computer periodically as part of your backup plan. It could be your last resort to restore your computer if your hard drive or windows stop working completely. A system image is an exact copy of your drive, including not only the drives required to run Windows but also system settings, programs, and files.
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