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"Simple Computer Transfer and Backup Don’t Lose Your Music and Photos CA with Eric Geier and Jim Geier Simple Computer Transfer and Backup Simple Computer Transfer and Backup Don’t Lose Your Music and Photos CA with Eric Geier and Jim Geier Simple Computer Transfer and Backup: Don’t Lose Your Music and Photos Published by Wiley Publishing, Inc. 10475 Crosspoint Boulevard Indianapolis, IN 46256 www.wiley.com Copyright © 2007 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Indianapolis, Indiana Published simultaneously in Canada ISBN: 978-0-470-06853-3 Manufactured in the United States of America 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1B/QU/QR/QX/IN No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, scanning or otherwise, except as permitted under Sections 107 or 108 of the 1976 United States Copyright Act, without either the prior written permission of the Publisher, or authorization through payment of the appropriate per-copy fee to the Copyright Clearance Center, 222 Rosewood Drive, Danvers, MA 01923, (978) 750-8400, fax (978) 646-8600. 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ISBN-13: 978-0-470-06853-3 (paper/cd-rom) ISBN-10: 0-470-06853-1 (paper/cd-rom) 1. Electronic data processing—Backup processing alternatives. 2. Data recovery (Computer science) 3. Multimedia systems. I. Geier, James T. II. Title. QA76.9.B32G45 2007 005.8'6—dc22 2006101138 Trademarks: Wiley, the Wiley logo, and related trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and/or its afﬁliates, in the United States and other countries, and may not be used without written permission. The CA logo and related CA trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of CA International, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Wiley Publishing, Inc., is not associated with any product or vendor mentioned in this book. Wiley also publishes its books in a variety of electronic formats. Some content that appears in print may not be available in electronic books. Credits Executive Editor Carol Long Senior Development Editor Tom Dinse Production Editor Felicia Robinson Copy Editor Kim Cofer Editorial Manager Mary Beth Wakeﬁeld Production Manager Tim Tate Vice President and Executive Group Publisher Richard Swadley Vice President and Executive Publisher Joseph B. Wikert Project Coordinator Jennifer Theriot Graphics and Production Specialists Brooke Graczyk Denny Hager Jennifer Mayberry Erin Zeltner Quality Control Technicians John Greenough Robert Springer Proofreading Techbooks Indexing Estalita Slivoskey Anniversary Logo Design Richard Paciﬁco Acknowledgments CA would like to thank all of the people who have contributed their technical, editorial, administrative, and/or creative expertise to the making of its ﬁrst series of CA Simple computer solution books. Laural Gentry Diana Gruhn Lawrence Guerin Mark Haswell Robyn Herbert Christopher Hickey George Kafkarkou David Luft Gary McGuire Stefana Ribaudo-Muller Contents Acknowledgments Introduction vii xv Part I: Understanding the Issues and Solutions Chapter 1: Dealing with your PC’s DNA What Makes Up Your PC’s DNA? Issues with Performing Manual PC Upgrades Performing Backups Is Essential Issues with Performing Manual Backups 1 3 3 4 5 5 Chapter 2: Understanding CA Desktop DNA Migrator General Information Why Choose CA Desktop DNA Migrator? CA Desktop DNA Migrator Features Flexible Migration Methods Migration Type Cross-Operating System and Application Migration Self-Extracting Files Migration Progress Summary Screens Undo File Frequently Asked Questions What do I need to make the connection between my PCs? Does my PC need to be networked to use CA Desktop DNA Migrator? Do I have to migrate everything? Does CA Desktop DNA Migrator migrate all of my application settings? What settings does CA Desktop DNA Migrator migrate? Can I migrate application settings from one version of Windows to another? 7 7 8 9 9 10 11 11 11 12 12 13 13 13 13 14 14 14 x Contents Part II: Transferring, Backing Up, and Restoring Your PC Chapter 3: Installing CA Desktop DNA Migrator System Requirements Choose Your Migration Method Real-Time Migration Deferred Migration (or for Performing Backups) Installing CA Desktop DNA Migrator Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 You’re Done! 15 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 19 19 19 20 21 21 22 23 23 Chapter 4: Migrating Your DNA to a New PC Your Migration Options Migration Method: Real-Time or Deferred? Migration Type: Typical or Custom? Performing a Real-Time Migration Step 1: Get Ready Step 2: Connect the PCs Using an Ethernet Crossover Cable Using Your Network Step 3: Set up CA Desktop DNA Migrator on the Old PC Step 4: Set up CA Desktop DNA Migrator on the New PC Step 5: Complete the Migration Performing a Deferred Migration Step 1: Get Ready Step 2: Start the Migration Step 3: Move the DNA Using a CD or DVD Using Other Removable Media Using Your Network Step 4: Complete the Migration The Undo DNA ﬁle 25 25 25 27 27 28 32 32 32 33 35 37 39 40 41 43 43 47 50 53 54 Contents xi 55 55 56 56 60 63 64 67 69 72 72 72 75 75 78 80 Chapter 5: Backing Up Your Files Your Backup Options Scheduling CA Desktop DNA Migrator Step 1: Set Up CA Desktop DNA Migrator as a Scheduled Task Step 2: Start the Scheduled Backup Step 3: Archive the DNA File Use a CD or DVD Use Other Removable Media Use Your Network Performing a Manual Backup Step 1: Get Ready Step 2: Perform the Backup Step 3: Archive the DNA File Use a CD or DVD Use Other Removable Media Use Your Network Chapter 6: Restoring Your PC with Your DNA Backup Find the DNA File Restore Your PC’s DNA Undo Restored DNA 85 85 86 87 Chapter 7: Updating your Software Using the Start Menu Using the Software 89 89 91 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Cannot Find a Source System Wrong Source System Desktop Picture Not Migrated Unexpected Application Settings Result Customer Support Information 95 95 97 97 99 99 Part III: Bonus Material Chapter 9: After Migrating to a New PC What to Do with Your Old Computer Give It to the Kids Upgrade It Diagnosing Computer Problems Commonly Upgraded Components Donate It Recycle It Sell It Throw It Away 101 103 103 103 104 104 104 107 107 107 107 xii Contents Erasing Data from a PC Keeping Your New PC Healthy Keep Windows Up to Date Remove Unused Files and Programs Delete Temporary Files Keep Your Personal Files Organized Maintain Your Hard Drive Watch Those Start-up Programs 108 108 108 109 109 110 110 111 Chapter 10: Connecting to the Internet Types of Internet Service Dial-up Internet Service DSL Internet Service Cable Internet Service Sign Up for Internet Service Dial-up Internet Access DSL Internet Service Cable Internet Service Restore a Dial-up Connection Troubleshoot a Slow Dial-up Connection Access the Internet from a Wired Network Solve Problems Connecting to a Wired Network Access the Internet from a Wireless Network Solve Problems Connecting to a Wireless Network Repair a Broken Internet Connection Reboot Your Modem,Your Router, or Both Temporarily Disable Your Software Firewall Automatically Obtain an IP Address Set a Permanent IP Address 113 114 114 114 114 115 115 116 116 117 119 119 121 122 123 125 125 126 127 128 Chapter 11: Planning a Wireless Network Installation 131 Why Go Wireless? Advantages of Wireless Networks How Wireless Works Got Wireless? Look Inside Windows Look at Your Hardware The Lowdown on Wi-Fi Ensure Compatibility Increase the Lifespan of Your Wireless Equipment The Equipment You’ll Need for a Network Untangle the Terminology Wireless Router 132 132 135 138 138 139 141 142 143 143 143 144 Contents Wireless Card Determine the Number of Cards You Need Add Bells and Whistles MIMO SpeedBooster Upgrade the Antenna Hardware and Software Requirements Estimate Your Network’s Cost Which Manufacturer Is Best? The Effects of Bad Weather How Many Computers Does a Network Support? xiii 145 147 148 148 148 149 149 150 150 151 151 Chapter 12: Setting Up a Wireless Network Find the Best Place to Install Your Router Types of Wireless Networks Wireless Router Connected to High-Speed Internet Connect the Router to a Broadband Modem An Ad Hoc Network Use the Manufacturer’s Conﬁguration Utility Use Windows XP’s Conﬁguration Utility A Partially Wired Network Set Up a Partially Wired Network Connect a Wireless Router to an Existing Wired Network High-Tech Fun in the Sun Install a Wireless Router Outdoors 153 154 154 154 155 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 164 Chapter 13: Installing a Wireless Card Consult the User Guide Install a Wireless Card in a Desktop Computer Install a Wireless Card in a Laptop Update the Drivers for Your Wireless Card Determine the Current Version Check for New Drivers Update the Drivers Window XP’s Wireless Auto Conﬁguration 167 168 169 171 172 173 174 174 175 Appendix: Supported Settings Index 179 187 Introduction A s you get more involved with PCs, you’ll start accumulating tons of ﬁles, such as pictures, movies, and documents. In addition, you’ll eventually have numerous software applications installed on your computer for work and pleasure. The proper periodic backup of your valuable data is crucial to ensure that you have it forever. This book explains how to use CA Desktop DNA Migrator to effectively backup your data and migrate it to a new computer. As bonus material, this book also includes loads of information that will help you better use and expand the capabilities of your computer. How This Book Is Organized This book is organized in a very simple manner and is summed up by the following: • • • • First you can learn about the problems. Then you can learn about the solutions to combat those problems. Next you’ll prepare to implement the solutions. Then the book will help you properly employ the solutions with step-by-step directions, illustrations, and tips. Part I: Understanding the Issues and Solutions The chapters in this part will help you understand the issues relating to the transfer and backup of your PC’s ﬁles and settings. In addition, you’ll be introduced to solutions that address these issues, which allow a seamless and simple migration of your PC’s DNA to a new computer or a backup of your PC to safeguard your important information. This part of the book is a good place to start before actually installing and using the included software, CA Desktop DNA Migrator. Chapter 1: Like humans, computers are all unique. Just as our DNA deﬁnes our differences, so does a computer’s DNA. Each person modiﬁes or uses their PC to ﬁt their needs, jobs, and xvi Introduction personalities, making each PC’s DNA unique. This chapter deﬁnes the data you should keep backed up and the issues related to manual backup procedures. Chapter 2: Don’t waste time relearning the way your new PC works. This chapter shows you how to complete an industry standard data migration with just a few clicks of a mouse and save hours of time by letting CA Desktop DNA Migrator do the work for you. Part II: Transferring, Backing Up, and Restoring Your PC This part of the book gives you step-by-step instructions on how to migrate, back up, and restore your PC’s ﬁles and settings—also known as your computer’s DNA—using CA Desktop DNA Migrator. This software addresses the many issues of performing manual transfers and backups, as discussed in Part 1 of this book. This part of the book walks you through the installation of CA Desktop DNA Migrator and how to use the software in order to migrate, back up, and restore your PC’s DNA. Chapter 3: This chapter shows you how to install CA Desktop DNA Migrator, which is the ﬁrst step toward quickly and easily safeguarding your documents and settings and transferring them to another PC. Chapter 4: This chapter guides you through the process of transferring your music, photos, and other data using CA Desktop DNA Migrator. Chapter 5: This chapter guides you through the process of backing up your music, photos, and other data using CA Desktop DNA Migrator. Chapter 6: If your PC crashes or you run into other unexpected issues, such as ﬁnding out that a week ago you deleted an important ﬁle from your PC, and you have been backing up your PC with CA Desktop DNA Migrator, you’re in luck—this chapter explains how to you can easily restore your saved ﬁles, settings, and other important information! Chapter 7: This chapter shows you how to keep CA Desktop DNA Migrator up-to-date with any ﬁxes or new features, which may include the migration and backup support of more system and application settings. Introduction xvii Chapter 8: This chapter discusses common problems and ﬁxes you may experience when using CA Desktop DNA Migrator and also lets you know where you can get more help. Part III: Bonus Material The chapters in this part contain additional tips when you are dealing with a newer PC, which is likely your situation as you are using CA Desktop DNA Migrator. For example, included in this part of the book are bonus chapters that cover many applications such as those that may come preinstalled and topics such as wireless networking that you may be concerned or involved with after getting a new PC. These bonus chapters save you lots of money by avoiding the need to purchase separate books on these topics. We just want to be sure that you get the best out of your PC! Chapter 9: After you’ve completed a migration to a new computer there are still a few things you should address, such as how to dispose of your old PC and what you can do to keep your new PC running smooth. Chapter 10: In the blink of an eye, the Internet—also referred to as the “web”—has gone from novelty to necessity, ingraining itself in our culture to such an extent that people don’t just use it—they depend on it. This chapter gives you essential tips on how to connect to the Internet. Chapter 11: Before embarking on the installation of a wireless network, you should do your homework by thinking about what you need and the issues you might run into. Get off on the right foot by looking through this chapter and answering your initial questions before plopping down money on equipment. Chapter 12: The purchase, installation, and conﬁguration of your new wireless network can take several hours. Before investing all of that time (and money), read through this general overview of the steps involved in this chapter. Chapter 13: This chapter guides you through the process of installing a wireless card that enables your computer to “talk” to a wireless router. xviii Introduction Who Should Read This Book Anyone who uses the Internet, email, or a computer should read this book. Whether you are a self-proclaimed computer illiterate or a lifelong IT professional, this book will give you the tools and understanding to properly migrate and back up your valuable data, as well as make better use of your PC. What’s on the CD-ROM This book comes bundled with a CD containing CA Desktop DNA Migrator, developed by Computer Associates (CA). This software allows you to easily transfer and back up your unique PC DNA to your new, upgraded, or restored PC. For example: • • • • Data ﬁles and folders System and application settings Network and printer settings Email address books By transferring your PC DNA from your old PC to your new PC, you will be up and running quickly, taking advantage of your new PC’s features and functions while still enjoying the familiar desktop environment settings, data, and connections of your old PC! Simple Computer Transfer and Backup PART I UNDERSTANDING THE ISSUES AND SOLUTIONS In This Part Chapter 1: Dealing with Your PC’s DNA Chapter 2: Understanding CA Desktop DNA Migrator The chapters in this part will help you understand the issues relating to the transfer and backup of your PC’s ﬁles and settings. In addition, you’ll be introduced to solutions that address these issues, which allow a seamless and simple migration of your PC’s DNA to a new computer or a backup of your PC to safeguard your important information. This part of the book is a good place to start before actually installing and using the included software, CA Desktop DNA Migrator.You’ll have a much better idea of why you need to back up and effectively transfer your ﬁles, and the introduction to solutions will smooth out the process of managing your PC’s DNA. 1 DEALING WITH YOUR PC’S DNA ike humans, computers are all unique. Just as our DNA deﬁnes our differences, so does a computer’s “DNA.” By modifying or even simply using your PC as suits your needs, job, and personality, you make your PC’s DNA unique. L What Makes Up Your PC’s DNA? Your computer’s DNA consists of settings and ﬁles such as: • • • • • • System and application settings, things like your dial-up and network settings, and your time zone Desktop settings, such as background, mouse, screen saver, and taskbar Custom templates or macros used in applications such as Microsoft Word or Excel Address books Web page bookmarks and favorites Data ﬁles and folders like My Documents, My Music, or My Pictures 4 Part I • Understanding the Issues and Solutions Issues with Performing Manual PC Upgrades Getting a new PC or upgrading your existing one is great! What is not so great is trying to manually move your PC’s DNA to the new or upgraded PC without the help of an application — as discussed later in this book. Without your old PC’s DNA, you will spend hours, maybe days, relearning how to set up the numerous settings and preferences on your new PC. However, if you choose not to use a DNA or ﬁle transfer application, such as discussed later in this book, when moving to a new or upgraded PC you’ll run into many problems, such as: • Wasted Time Locating and transferring your ﬁles and documents to your new or upgraded PC will likely take much more time when done manually. After you..."

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