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    upgrading hdd and transfering old hdd info

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by kellyg, Jun 23, 2008.

  1. kellyg

    kellyg Newbie

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    I bought a new larger hdd 250gb for more space, currently have 80gb drive in laptop. My computer is vista ultimate. I would like to have some advice on if I can just image the system and put in the new hdd and run the image. I would like to not have to re-install all software and info individually. I have a presario c501nr 2gb ram, sata 80gb hdd, and an external wd my book 500gb. I purchased a 2.5 wd scorpio 250gb hdd that I'd like to put in. Thanks in advance for any help. new to posting on this forum so if any has been covered.....
     
    kellyg, Jun 23, 2008
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  2. The_Observer

    The_Observer 9262 is the best:)

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  3. Bog

    Bog Losing it...

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    Use the trial version of Acronis to clone the drive and transfer it to your new one.
     
    Bog, Jun 23, 2008
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    nobscot6 Wise One

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    that's the only way to fly!!

    fly acronis!!!!!!!!!
     
    nobscot6, Jun 24, 2008
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  5. kellyg

    kellyg Newbie

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    can i use the imaging function built into vista ultimate in the complete pc restore function.
     
    kellyg, Jun 24, 2008
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  6. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Yes, but I wouldn't trust a backup utility from MS.
     
    Greg, Jun 24, 2008
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    jamesmoon2 Notebook Guru

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    The MS complete computer backup included with ultimate works really well. I have used it and had no problems at all.
     
    jamesmoon2, Jun 24, 2008
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