“What DEVICE do I use to Backup / Save ALL my Files (Documents, Graphics & Desktop)? My hp invent LAPTOP computer is about 5 years old and is starting to go on it's way out (i.e. I get a weird, pinkish outline on all the items on my screen and a green, flickering background on some items, like pictures & video) . . . Also, I have not been able to do a full BACK-UP of my computer since I first got it (says something about not enough memory) - I can't afford to get a new laptop right now, but I need to get some kind of DEVICE that will allow me to essentially BACK-UP all my files (in case my laptop computer does finally crash or go totally out) . . . WHAT KIND of DEVICE do I need to get to do that (at the very least, I want to be able to BACK-UP all my GRAPHICS folder & files, DOCUMENT folders & files, and ALL the FOLDERS & FILES on my DESKTOP) - would I need a MEMORY STICK, or a MEMORY CARD, or do I need an EXTERNAL HARD-DRIVE?”
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You can use a Memory card or a USB flash drive to back all the data saved on your computer. Please refer to the following knowledgebase link to get video instructions on how to transfer files to the flash drive using a windows computer : http://kb.sandisk.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3170 Instructions for transferring files using the flash drive: http://kb.sandisk.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/104 How-to videos for SanDisk memory cards and readers http://kb.sandisk.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/549 Viewing and transferring files to and from a memory card http://kb.sandisk.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/305
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I feel your pain, that's why I saved up and bought a Mac Book Pro. In the meantime get yourself an external hard drive. I strongly recommend Western Digital 2 or 3 TB
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.What to use to backup your files really depends on the quantity and size of the files you need to backup. I use a memory stick to backup important files like my tax returns and I also use two External Hard drives to back up the rest of my files and pictures. External hard drives are mechanical and can fail so I use 2 for insurance.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I used the external hard drive My Pasport..
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I cannot find enough memory on a disc or chip to do a back up of my laptop/computer. I use a seperate storage which is a Maxtor One Touch. It is easy to use and when I want to update my backups, just plug it in, attach cable and update. I have not been disappointed in purchasing it. The money spent is as important as what you want to save so you will have to spend some cash. 8GB won't cut it, you seem to have too much to save for that size.
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Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I recommend a External Hard Drive ( Brand WD ) . Use the software with the drive to backup your information or use the Backup Software from windows to do it. Regards.
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