New System OS Backup is a service that Custom Computer Consulting offers during a NEW system install of either a manufeature computer or custom built system we have assmbled. A 1:1 back-up image is performed prior to POST (Power On System Test) of the computer system. It allows the client to retain the original 1:1 back-up from the factor prior to any information being entered in the system.

In most cases manufactured computers come with some form of backup. It is either contained within a hidden partition of the hard drive or as an optional DVD you can purchased at the time of the order. Also, contained in separate folder within the drive can be series of utilities which are not included on either the recovery image located on the drive or the DVD disk. This folder contains drivers, utilities, trail software, and any software that you may have purchased from the computer manufacture.

Custom Computer Consulting recommends prior to start-up of the computer to make an exact 1:1 backup image of the complete system prior to the operating system becoming fully activated. No initialize setup perimeters and/or registration information is entered into the system. This is accomplished by only the allowing the computer to POST (or until the splash screen appears and the system boots-up on an alternate drive, such as a optical drive or a USB stick. This will allow you to do a complete recovery of the system as it arrived from the manufacture in the event it is necessary.

If the client prefers this service it can be done In-shop to avoid the extra time needed to perform the task. If CCC purchases the equipment for our client’s this can be done In-shop prior to installation.

In regards to Custom Built PCs that CCC assembles, the operating system of the client choice has installed. All original install disk whether it is an OEM or retail accompanies with custom built pc. CCC retains a copy of the FRESH install for 30-days on its network storage server. After the 30-day the copy of the image is deleted. Within this time period the client can purchase for a nominal fee a backup copy. For OS Install Options checkout

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Advantages

Questions You May be Asking Yourself?
Is it Worth It? What is it eactly? How Involved? & Why is it so important? How valuable is your time? Now imagine having to recovery from scratch not only the operating system used to run your computer but all the information that you have accumulated over a period of time embedded within the code itself. This includes: E-mail (messages, attachments, passwords), Browsers (Favorites and Passwords), Peripheral Drivers along w/programs (scanner, printers, smart phones, smart tablets.) Then there are the other programs which you have installed over the year and their data files containing your personal data. The last and most important are the stored video and digital image files. All this has to be restored which can take fewl hours to perform.

It can take 30-60 minutes to make an exact 1:1 copy. It depends on the speed of the process, size of the drive, compressed used, and the method of storage. An alternative to the standard method of storage is to use an commercially available off-site storage facility. We can advise on those options if you prefer to use that type of service.

The Benefits

If you do not choose to have us perform a 1:1 copy CCC recommends to our client's that you make a copy of the folder containing the utilities, drivers, and any trial and/or purchased software that may be stored on the hard drive. If needed we can assist you. at the time of service, showing your the files are located on the drive..

CCC - Service Time
It will depend on the Back-up service performed. If it is basic service back-up and is done In-shop there is no additional time needed. However, other back-up services may require additional setup if performed on-site. An allocation of 120 minutes is scheduled but it usual takes less time.