Files and settings transfer

[Guest]

Hi,

I'm studying for the MCDST and just trying a few things on a laptop at home.
I'm trying to use the files and settings transfer wizard, then do a clean
installation of XP, and then transfer the files back on to the laptop. When I
get to the 'slect a transfer method' screen I choose floppy or other
removeable storage. There is both an internal and an external dvd rom drive
but I only have the option to choose a floppy disk in the drop down menu.

Am I doing something wrong.....can these be used or am I missing the point???

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Windows Backup Does Not Back Up to CD-R, CD-RW, or DVD-R Devices
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315255

Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard in Windows XP
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/expert/crawford_november12.mspx

List of Programs Whose Settings Are Migrated When You Use
the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;[LN];304903


1. Create a new folder on your Desktop and name it.
2. Open XP's Files and Setting Transfer Wizard.
3. Select "Old Computer"
4. Select "Other" and Browse to the Desktop folder you created.
5. The Wizard will create a file in the folder. The file is named
"USMT2.UNC"
6. Record the "USMT2.UNC" file to a CD.
7. When you have reinstalled XP and your programs, open the
Files & Settings Transfer Wizard and select "New Computer".
8. Select "I don't need the Wizard Disk......"
9. Browse to your CD Drive and insert the CD containing the
"USMT2.UNC" file.
10. Your Files and Settings will begin installing on the new drive.

Note:

The .DAT file within the USMT2.UNC folder should be named IMG00001.DAT
There should also be a file named "status". If you have these two files within
the USMT2.UNC folder, you should only browse to the "USMT2.UNC" folder
when using the wizard.

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
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| Hi,
|
| I'm studying for the MCDST and just trying a few things on a laptop at home.
| I'm trying to use the files and settings transfer wizard, then do a clean
| installation of XP, and then transfer the files back on to the laptop. When I
| get to the 'slect a transfer method' screen I choose floppy or other
| removeable storage. There is both an internal and an external dvd rom drive
| but I only have the option to choose a floppy disk in the drop down menu.
|
| Am I doing something wrong.....can these be used or am I missing the point???