can these cd's be used to back up a computer?
1485867
Sure they can. Just go to windows7 backup or restore your files section set up back up and start. But before you start to copy make sure you have enough (DVD+RW's 4.5GB divided by how much space you need) and format them all before you begin. Hope this helps. Good luck.
1485868
Yes, in Windows 7 there is a backup utility that can be used with DVDs. But to backup, you really need an external hard drive, as is is much more convenient. Keep precious files on multiple media, as one media can fail. For instance if your hard drive fails in your computer, which can happen anytime without warning, do you have the most up-to-date copy of your files somewhere else? It is easy to back up to an external hard drive for frequent backups, and disc for infrequent backups. There are various ways to back up your whole computer and individual files.
1485869
Works but my computer used 3-4 cd's. I recommend getting a 64GB Flash drive. Longer lasting, less of a headache and it will save you more time. It's worth it. Amazon has good deals. PNY, Kingston or San Disk work well for me. Right now Amazon has them for a great deal that you can't get in local stores.
1485870
Depends on how much data you are backing up from your computer. If you're just backing up system files and settings along with less than 4.5 GBs of media files, sure. But if you have a lot of photos, videos and music, more than 4.5 GBs, no. If you're concerned with the format/type of the disk, it's fine.
100693
You should be able to as long as you do not exceed the capacity of the drive. Please see my other review as to backup. DO NOT use the Seagate backup utility that comes with the drive as it fails to back up many of the most important informational files in Windows installs. Use a dedicated 3rd party backup software (I use Macrium Reflect) and dump the garbage software provide by Seagate.
1484944
I use regular CD-Rs and they work. Have not tried to rip anything to a computer.
73895
Yes, you can. Most general external drives should do. I have an LG. HP also makes them.
1111798
I would think yes. This is a stand alone USB powered drive so it can be used as a replacement for broken/damaged built in drive.
2254187
Not as a standard option, the connections are but drives are not, if you are willing to access the Linus O/S then here is a link to consider: http://mybookworld.wikidot.com/encrypted-filesystem
569958
yes, you can,I used mine that way for a while but I would suggest that you wrap the drive in some like a static bag if using a metal case.
2259012
I see no reason why you could not unless it's on an older desktop running XP or the such. I'm using it as a archive disk and not a boot disk. I know some systems will only see these larger 3 TB and 4 TB disk as external USB items but I have not had that problem with the companys Dell systems or the high end clients that I've built. Here is a little diddy from Western Digital about the subject matter that may help you: http://wdc.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/2754/~/hard-drives-greater-than-2-tb-do-not-work-on-existing-operating-systems
941890
Yes, it will work. I'm not sure of the legal issues, but I've had no problem copying backup CD's with this machine.
2259477
That's what I use it for. As long as the HD isn't damaged and the files aren't corrupted it should work.
484566
Sure you can,computers,clocks etc. things that need back up power only. Amplifiers and other devises not so good.
1089932
Yes you can use these to backup your data as long as you have a DVD+RW drive. Which most computers do. HOWEVER, if you are going to be backing up small amounts of data (1gb for example) you will leave a lot of empty space on each disk as you can only burn them once. For most people looking for a backup solution, DVD+RW or DVD-RW work better because you can burn data to it, add more data later, and erase. (Think of how you use a usb flash drive).
1804645
Yes, you can back up as many as you can fit in 1tb. A typical computer would not have much more than 0.3 to 0.4 tb to back up. However, it always depends. You could have more info to back up, I'm just stating approx averages.
1702417
I don't see any reason why not, but it would depend on the disk itself and the laptop.
2072313
Yes; I have extracted a number of laptop drives from dead laptops and used in this manner. Any drive enclosure made for appropriate drive type will work.
562125
The disc doesn't care what system you have, it just stores data. You need a burning program and a burner that will burn the disk... all burners will not work. I would be surprised if the M-disc is the best method to back up a system, though. I have used Acronis software in the pasts with an external hard drive for this purpose.
862346
You can, but if you're still in the market for a computer I would just buy a different one that already has a drive.