Backup Computer – How to Copy System Files to Hard Drive

Regular computer backup is very important to protect your data and works. There are various data backup options. You can choose to back up computer by Back Up utility provided by Microsoft, other PC backup software, backup to CDs, backup to removable hard drives, or more. Among those, to use an external hard drive to store your PC data is a good choice. It is very simple. Let’s explain how to copy system files to hard drive step by step.

Guide on how to copy system files to hard drive

Step 1. Read hard drive manual.

Take out your hard drive and read its manual carefully for any special instructions that must be finished before connecting your hard drive to PC.

Step 2. Install the driver for hard drive properly.

Install the drivers and required software bundled with your device. Make sure your hard drive has been connected with your computer successfully.

Step 3. Plug in the external power source if your external hard drive needs

If your external hard drive requires more power than what can be delivered by USB, plug it into an electrical outlet with the AC power adaptor which will come with your external hard drive.

Step 4. Connect your external hard drive with your computer via USB

Step 5. Wait till your device is recognized and initialized.

Step 6.On Windows computer, your external hard drive will pop up as another hard drive in My Computer area.

Step 7. Prepare the files or folders you want to back up, copy and paste them or drag them directly onto your external hard drive.