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�� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� 1 Table of Contents Introduction........................................................................................ 2 What is EZ Backit Pro ........................................................... 2 Software usage conditions ..................................................... 2 Before you Backup ........................................................................... 3 Getting Started ...........................................................
2 �� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� Ez Backit pro Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Ez Backit pro! The Ez backit pro is a self-contained backup solution for your laptop computer. Ez backit pro was created to make backup easy for laptops, at home or on the road. The Backit pro is compatible with most laptop computers. It is small, portable, easy to use, and can be customized to suit your individual backup needs. Your Ez backit pro Kit Includes: The Ez backit pro: Contains a 2.
�� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� 3 Before you backup Read this manual FIRST! Make sure you are familiar with all of the Ez backit pro procedures before you begin. Organize a regular backup routine! Hard drive backup works best when it is done on a regular schedule, so take a moment to come up with a plan that works best for you. A recommended backup routine might be: • Run a full backup (using Clone EZ) at the end of each month. • Perform weekly backups (using Image EZ).
4 �� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� Getting Started In order to use your EZ Backit Pro you should have: Hardware: Pentium CPU 32MBs RAM CD ROM drive Floppy Disk drive Opertating systems: Microsoft: Windows 98 Windows Millennium Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP Home and Professsional
�� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� 5 Hardware installation: Ez backit pro will install as a “plug-and-play” removable hard drive in Windows 98SE/ME, Windows 2000 and Windows XP. These operating systems already contain “built-in” device drivers that will work with Ez backit pro. No additional driver files are required.
6 �� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� Creating your first clone backup using Clone EZ 1. Once the EZ Gig II software is installed, consult the Clone EZ Manual, located on the EZ Gig II CD, for detailed instructions on using Clone EZ. These instructions are exclusive for creating a clone of your hard disk using the Automatic Upgrade Feature. 2. Apricorn EZ Gig II will need to restart your computer. Please save all work before starting Apricorn EZ Gig II. 3.
�� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� 7 12. When the transfer is completed, a message appears on the screen. Press any key to shutdown the computer. 13. Before you restart the computer, disconnect the Ez Backit pro from the computer. 14. When the computer reboots, it will display a message saying, “Transfer Successful.” After a couple seconds the computer will continue booting into Windows. Create your first backup image using Image EZ. 1.
8 8. �� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� Enter the image name in the filename text box, located near the bottom of the Image Archive Creation Window. You can enter any name you wish. It might be a good idea to use the date, such as Jan2503 for January 25, 2003. Click Next to continue. 9. This will open the Compression Level window. In this window, you can optimize the creation of the image file to suit your needs.
�� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� Reformatting your EZ Backit pro 9 Your EZ Backit pro hard drive is preformatted with the FAT32 Windows File System. The FAT32 file system is visible to the largest number of operating systems. FAT32 does have limitations. You can not save a file larger then 4GB and in Windows 2000 and XP, the partition size is limited to 32GB.
10 �� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� Troubleshooting I am unable to format my 40 GB or larger EZ Backit pro with FAT 32 in Windows 2000 or XP. Windows 2000 and XP limit a FAT32 partition to 32 GB. If you choose to format the drive in a larger then 32 GB partition, you will need to use the NTFS file system. I am unable to save a file larger then 4GB to my EZ Backit pro. Fat32 has a file size limitation of 4 GB.
�� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� 11 Warranty Conditions Three-Year Warranty (on hard drive): Apricorn offers a 3-year warranty on all notebook-based products (i.e. EZ Backit Pro, EZ BUS, EZ Gig Notebook Hard Drive Upgrades, CardBus cards), and 12 months on all desktop-based products (i.e. Videoxb) against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. The warranty period is effective from the date of purchase either directly from Apricorn or an authorized reseller.
12 �� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� Appendix - Technical Support This section of the manual will give you instructions on how to obtain technical information and support for your EZ Backit pro product. Before you contact technical support Apricorn is committed to providing you comprehensive technical support. We suggest you use the following sequence for faster service. 1. Hardware Installation section of the User’s Guide Manual 2. Apricorn’s Website (http://www.apricorn.
�� ������ ��� ������ � �������� �������� �������� 13 RMA Policy If you need to return or replace your EZ Backit pro, Apricorn requires that you perform the following steps: In order to return or replace your EZ Backit pro, Apricorn must issue an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) tracking number. Simply call Apricorn’s technical Support department with your EZ Backit pro part number and a description of the problem you are experiencing.
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