-=PCTechTalk=- Re: Drive Imaging software / was Another Win 7 update
- From: "recklessmaverick@xxxxxxxxxx" <recklessmaverick@xxxxxxxxxx>
- To: pctechtalk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Sun, 09 Aug 2009 08:53:00 -0400
I just did a clean install on my Mom's old computer (she got a new one
for Christmas last year) to get it ready to sell or give away. I did a
wipe on it first to insure all personal data was beyond practical
low-cost recovery. I recommend you do the same.
I booted it to my ATI install disc and used the disk cleanser utility.
Don
cristy wrote:
> Hi Don,
>
> Meant to ask, should I use a wipe program before doing the reformat thingy
> C:format or however you do that. I may be giving this computer to someone
> else to use? I had used a free BC wipe program years ago once when doing
> the same thing.
>
> thanks,
> christy
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "cristy" <poppy0206@xxxxxxx>
> To: <pctechtalk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Tuesday, August 04, 2009 11:03 PM
> Subject: -=PCTechTalk=- Re: Drive Imaging software / was Another Win 7
> update
>
>
>
>> Hi Don,
>>
>> LOL.."now I remember WHY it has been so long since I have done a "clean
>> install". It was a "headache". I think I got confused on the program I
>> was
>> asking about. I was thinking of an imaging program similar to Ghost but
>> "free". I really should be using that program though on my new laptop
>> since
>> it is pretty much how I want it now. I thought a free one was listed here
>> awhile ago.
>>
>> I am sleepy tonight but if I have any questions, you know I will be asking
>> ;0. A long time ago, I had ordered the sp2 CD I think but I should have
>> sp3
>> now installed on my system. I will need to see where to download it
>> though
>> online if I will need to save it for later. What is Silverlight? I am
>> buying a router soon also, I guess best to hook that up after the clean
>> install. Not really sure, I understand about the portable software yet
>> but
>> will google it as you suggest and look into it.
>>
>> *On another note, I have been having an issue with my old HP scanner 3570.
>> It use to work like a charm. I had misplaced the power cord awhile back
>> and
>> thought I found the right one, still not sure but the power comes on when
>> I
>> use it. The problem is the light appears burned out or something. I
>> barely
>> see any light when it is scanning. I do not know if I have the wrong
>> cord,
>> need a driver update, or a bulb of some kind just happened to burn out.
>> Any
>> one have a clue? I really do use this scanner often and hate for it to be
>> out of use.
>>
>> thanks,
>> christy
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: <recklessmaverick@xxxxxxxxxx>
>> To: <pctechtalk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>> Sent: Tuesday, August 04, 2009 1:20 PM
>> Subject: -=PCTechTalk=- Re: Drive Imaging software / was Another Win 7
>> update.
>>
>>
>> I'm not Gman, but I don't see any need for a tool such as that. Those
>> are designed for data recovery after you have formatted a drive or
>> otherwise destroyed all access to the data via normal means. You don't
>> need it if you have done a back up of your data before you begin the
>> clean install. Also, once installed, the data will have likely been
>> overwritten by the new system or all the temp files used in the install
>> process.
>>
>> To summarize: These are disaster recovery tools. A clean install, in
>> most cases, is not a disaster. Back up your data,
>>
>> I also think that the link Gman gave was for the drive image software
>> product information page. You found the company home page and the
>> software is a little further down on that page.
>>
>>
>> For a clean install:
>>
>> 1. Back up your data.
>> 2. Take a second look around to be sure you got all the data backed up.
>> 3. Backup stuff you may not consider as data: the downloaded files to
>> install software, email folders, settings and configurations and so on.
>> This is also a good time to make sure you have all the drivers you
>> need. Go download them if necessary. Save them to an external device.
>> Do the same for SP2 and SP3 (In theory, SP 2 is not required if you have
>> SP3)
>> 4. Take a second look to be sure you got everything mentioned in step 3.
>> 5. Gather all the discs you will need to install XP, drivers and
>> software. There may be several and will likely include a version of
>> EasyCD Creator or similar and Help&Support software from the manufacturer.
>> 6. Go for a bathroom break, grab a cup of coffee, eat a snack and get
>> charged up for the task at hand.
>>
>> 7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 at least once more.
>> 8. Disconnect the computer from the Internet.
>> 9. Install XP. Early steps will give you the opportunity to partition
>> and format. Do so as you wish. I strongly suggest a format and NOT the
>> quick one. If you have done a full scandisk and repair recently you can
>> do the quickie.
>> 10. Answer the prompts during install. These are very simple and easy,
>> especially if you have done this before. Things like language,
>> location, time zone etc. Step 6 may be repeated at this time if desired.
>> 11. Install drivers. Video first and then set display settings so you
>> won't strain your eyes doing the rest of the process.
>> 12. Install Security Software, Install SP2/3 as required.
>> 13. Connect to the Internet and immediately update your security
>> software, then Update Windows. If you do not want Silverlight, IE8 or
>> other optional stuff, leave it unchecked and mark it to be hidden.
>> Download and install will take some time. Do step 6 again but replace a
>> snack with a meal.
>> 14. Run update on your security software and Windows over and over as
>> required until they report that all updates are installed. Do this at
>> least once, even if step 13 reported everything was done the first time.
>> 15. Install manufacturer software as needed or desired. Check each
>> program for updates immediately after each programs install is complete.
>>
>> Want to make you next clean install easier? Consider:
>>
>>
>> 1. Using "portable" software. This does not add thing to your computer
>> or registry except in very rare cases. It also keeps its data right
>> along with the software. If you use "LupoPenSuite" or "PortableApps"
>> the menu/launcher provides folders for all of your data files in a
>> folder tree under the main folder. Portable software can even be placed
>> on your hard drive. Shortcuts can be created to all of your software,
>> you can put them in your startup folder and do basically anything else
>> you can do with an installed program.
>>
>> 2. Once your latest clean install is complete install and use an imaging
>> software tool to make an image of your hard drive. Then your next
>> reinstall will eliminate steps 5, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15. And those will
>> require only a minimal amount of time and effort.
>>
>> Numerous links have been posted here to find portable software. Google
>> (without the quotes) "free portable software"
>> to find more links than you can follow.
>>
>> Don
>>
>>
>> cristy wrote:
>>
>>> Hi Gman,
>>>
>>> I would like to start the process of doing a "reinstall" of my system win
>>> xp. Do I need a program like this one to do this? I have not downloaded
>>> it
>>> or used it before but I think someon mentioned this earlier on. I have
>>> not
>>> done a reinstall of an OS in a few years so would like help. Is this the
>>> correct link for the download and would d/l do the first or second one
>>> listed
>>>
>>> http://www.runtime.org/data-recovery-downloads.htm
>>>
>>> thanks,
>>> christy
>>>
>>>
>>>
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