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How to Back Up Your Data

Get in the habit of backing up your data regularly using Record Now on the ThinkPad. Here's how:

Intro to Record Now

Use the RecordNow software installed on the ThinkPad to write your files to a CD-R. A CD-R holds 650-800 MB of data/files and takes approximately 20 minutes to fill. The College Bookstore carries CD-Rs, along with most office supply and computer stores.

Depending on the model of your ThinkPad, and the version of the software load, you may have one of three versions of RecordNow. To verify which instructions you should follow, click Start > Backup > Record Now

If a Window like this (left) appears, follow these instructions for creating a backup.

If a Window like this (right) appears, follow these instructions for creating a backup.