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Backup for Windows 10: How to back up your data to an external hard drive
The data on your Windows 10 PC is valuable - whether important documents, private photos or sensitive information. A sudden hardware defect or malware attack can put them at risk in seconds. That's why regular backups to an external hard disk are essential. In this article, we will show you step by step how to create a complete backup of your Windows 10 data.
 Data can be lost: A backup to external hard drives is a very good idea! Why back up to an external hard drive?
An external hard disk offers several advantages over other backup methods. It is:
- Secure: Your data is not connected to the internet and is therefore protected from cyber attacks.
- Mobile: You can easily take the hard disk with you to another location.
- Affordable: High-quality external hard drives are affordable and offer large storage capacities.
Step-by-step guide: Create a backup
- Connect the external hard disk: Connect your hard drive to your PC and make sure it has enough storage space.
- Go to the settings: Open Windows 10 settings and go to "Update and Security" > "Backup".
- Set up the backup: Select "Connect to drive" and click on your external hard drive. Activate the option "Automatically back up my files".
- Customize backup plan: Click on "More options" to customize the backup schedule and the folders to be backed up.
- Start backup: Windows will now regularly create backups of your files on the external hard disk.
Tips for a reliable backup
- Check regularly that your backups are complete and contain all important data.
- Keep your external hard disk in a safe place to protect it from physical damage.
- In addition, occasionally create a complete system image so that you can fully restore your PC in the event of serious problems.
Conclusion
Backing up to an external hard drive is a simple and effective way to protect your Windows 10 data. With the steps mentioned above, you are well prepared to prevent data loss and quickly regain access to your files in an emergency.
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- Support & upgrades included
- Data backup under Windows 11, 10, 8, 7
- Professional userinterface
- Backup files and folders
- Back up the entire computer
- Backup of e-mails and Internet bookmarks
- Backup of OneDrive and Google Drive
- Restore individual files and folders
- Boot media for restoring the full computer
- Live ransomware scanner protects computers and backup media
- Backup to USB drives
- Backup to NAS
- Backup to OneDrive, Google Drive & Dropbox
- Backup to Langmeier Backup online storage & aBusiness Suite
- Backup to FTP server and public clouds
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- Restore by date
- Eject disk at the end of backup
- Backup logs via email
- Send backup status via SMS
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- Hardware separation of drives using DSC device (Data Save Control device)
- Backup folder security settings
About the Author Urs Langmeier
Founder and CEO of Langmeier Software
I don't want to complicate anything. I don't want to develop the ultimate business software. I don't want to be listed in a top technology list. Because that's not what business applications are about. It's about making sure your data is seamlessly protected. And it's about making sure everything runs smoothly while you maintain full control and focus on growing your business. Simplicity and reliability are my guiding principles and inspire me every day.
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