@Backup Getting Started Tutorial



Welcome to @Backup This tutorial will step you through selecting your files for backup. We suggest you leave your web-browser open and follow the instructions. You may want to minimize or close other applications. @Backup has added some useful icons and options to your computer.
Tray Icon - Double clicking this icon (located in the lower right of your desktop) will launch the @Backup main application. Right clicking on it will display a menu of useful items.
Right-click - This feature allows you to add or remove files from your backup set with a click of your mouse.
Backup Neighborhood - This icon (located on your desktop) allows you to view and restore the files you have backed up. You can also manage your backup schedule and communication settings.

Getting Started
To start backing up your important files you must complete the following steps:

Select files and folders for backup
Determine your backup schedule
Confirm your Internet Connection
Complete your first backup

What data should I backup?
We recommend backing up only those files that cannot be easily replaced. Generally speaking, these would be files that you create and save to your hard drive. Files that you created will usually have a name that you assigned to them.

Do backup your personal files. For Example:

Created and/or named by you
Difficult to replace, like your financial files
Used frequently, like your Internet bookmarks
Special to you, like your digital pictures

Don’t backup up operating system files or program files. For example:

Operating System files
Application or Program files ((files with the .EXE, .DLL, or .INI extensions)
Temporary files (files with the .TMP extension)
Scan Disk Error files (files with the .CHK extension)

Selecting Files and Folders for Backup @Backup offers many useful ways to select which files you want to backup and to manage your backup set.
Selecting Files with your mouse
You can select your important files and folders for backup with the click of your mouse. Locate the file or folder you want to backup. For example, the My Documents folder or a file on your desktop Right click the file or folder with the mouse to view the shortcut menu Select the option Add to Daily Backup Repeat the same steps for all the files or folders you would like to backup This will add the file or folder and its contents to your backup set.
.When you add new files to a folder selected for backup, the files are added to the backup set. If you remove files from a folder selected for backup, the files are removed from your backup set.
Selecting files with the @Backup Main application
You can open the @Backup Main Application by double clicking the Tray Icon (located in the lower right of your desktop.) Click the Backup button. This will display a tree view of your hard drive To select an entire folder, click on the white box next to the folder name on the left hand side. A checkmark with a white background will appear. Now all contents in this folder are selected for backup. If you want to select only specific files or folders, click on the folder name on the left hand side and the folder contents will appear on the right. Then click on the white box next to the file or folder. A checkmark will appear in the white box next to that file or folder and a checkmark with a grey background will appear next to the folder on the left. Click the Save button on the tool bar once all items are selected A check in a white box means that all the contents of the folder are selected for backup. A check in a gray box means only certain contents of the folder that selected for backup.
Important Note: @Backup will retain your data for 90 days from the date the last backup was performed. If you remove a file or folder from the backup set, it will be available for 90 days after you last backed it up and is then automatically removed off our system.
How much did I select for backup?
You determine this amount in the @Backup Main Application. Double Click the the Tray Icon to launch the main application. Click the Backup button. Read the indicator at the bottom right hand corner of the Window.
If you are above your service level you can deselect files from your backup set. If you need to upgrade your service visit the My Account section on our website. www.backup.com

Determine your Backup Schedule Now that you have selected your files for backup you should set a backup schedule. @Backup is scheduled to automatically run everyday. To change the backup schedule: Right click the Backup Neighborhood located on your desktop Click the Schedule tab

Manual Backup If your computer is notebook or is not always on, a Manual Backup may better suit your needs. You can set a reminder and @Backup well prompt you to complete a backup. To start a Manual backup:
Right click the Tray Icon Select the Start Backup option
Schedule Backup If you would like your computer to backup automatically choose a scheduled backup. You should schedule your backup to occur when your computer is turned on and the files you have selected for backup are closed. To establish a schedule:
Right Click the Backup Neighborhood Click the Schedule tab Choose the days and times which work best
Remember: You can always run a manual backup by right clicking the Tray Icon and selecting the Start Backup option.

Confirm your Internet Connection
@Backup will automatically connect to the Internet using your Internet Connection. To setup you Internet Connection with @Backup:

Right click the Backup Neighborhood
Click the Communications tab

Permanent Internet Connection
Select this option if your computer connects to the Internet through a Cable Modem, a DSL line, or a Local area.

* If your Internet provider requires you to use custom software such as AOL or Juno, you will need to select this option. These providers do not allow third party applications such as @Backup to automatically connect to the Internet. You will need to schedule your backups for a time when you are online or run manual backups.

Dial-Up Internet Connection
Select this option if your computer connects to the Internet using your phone line. Select the proper dial-up connection in the drop down menu and enter the user name and password for your ISP.

Complete your first Backup Now that you have selected your files and set your schedule it is important to complete your first backup. You may wait for the scheduled backup or do a manual backup. To start your backup now: Close all files that are selected for backup Right-click the Backup Icon in your taskbar tray (located in the lower right of your desktop) Select the Start Backup option

Depending on the amount of data being protected and the speed of your Internet connection, your first backup may take some time. We recommend letting it run until completion. The good news is that your future backups will take less time, as only the changes in your backup set will be backed up.

Backup Complete After every backup you will get message confirming that your files are backed up and protected.
If you need additional assistance please visit us at www.backup.com or call 858-320-4800