Re: Partitioning a drive with Windows 7 already installed

[Mark Allums <mark@allums.com>]

On 10/13/2010 6:43 PM, Tom H wrote:
> On Wed, Oct 13, 2010 at 9:56 AM, Preston Boyington
> <preston.lists@gmail.com>  wrote:
> > Ogya Chief wrote:
> > > At this stage there is no data to backup. If there is any other thing I
> > > can backup, please let me know.
> >
> > Since most newer computers don't come with a Restore disc, I would suggest
> > burning the Restore partition and any associated "utility" partition to a
> > DVD.  Usually it fits on one.  That way if your hard drive goes belly up
> > later you can slap a new one in and put the machine back to a factory state
> > if you wish.
>
> Don't all boxes ship with a utility to create restore DVDs from the
> restore partition?!


Often, they do, yes.  Typically, it allows exactly one copy to be 
created, so, ensure that good media is used, and follow instructions to 
the letter.  Once that copy is attempted, no more are allowed.