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Old 03-05-2008   #5 (permalink)
Susan


 
 

Re: After clean install of Vista, can't use Backup wizard to resto

Mic,

That worked!!!! Thank you SO VERY MUCH! Now I don't have to wade through
an endless maze of zipped folders.


Quote:

> When using the Restore Wizard don't choose the 'simple' Restore Files
> button.
>
> It can be confusing, since it says, "Restore your files from a backup made
> on this computer." but because you reinstalled the OS, technically it's no
> longer the 'same' computer.
>
> Choose 'Advanced restore", and then choose "Files from a backup made on a
> different computer."
>
> At the next step, point the program to the location of your backup and you
> should now be able to restore the files quick and easy.
>
> Hope this helps,
> Mic
>
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