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Azure Backup for laptop backup
Hi, is it possible to create a complete backup of a laptop using Azure? I have 2 critical laptops that I need to be able to back up and restore if case of laptop failure. This means, restore on a...
thank you for this.
Please correct me if I am wrong - I will select "System State" for my scenario right? As there is also a "bare metal" option so not sure which one should I use.
It sounded like it from your initial description but I recommend first testing the entire process including both backup and restore on a machine that is not 'critical' as you describe the two laptops so that you become familiar with the process and understand the outcomes of the method you use.
I have been following the MS guide to set up System Backup, and got stuck when configuring scheduled backup in MARS on my laptop. I "Select items to backup", as per instructions, I should select "System State". However, I cannot see that option. I only see drive
The confirmation task then shows the backup as "Files and Folders"
Is that how it should be?
Btw, I am trying to backup a laptop running Win11 with C: drive only.
Thank you!
sumo83yes, that looks correct. Your original question didn't specify your operating system. If you look at the matrix linked in my first reply it shows that Windows 11 is supported but for file system backups only, not system state:
ahh..ok... you are right.
So... an answer to my original question is then - NO - it is not possible to backup laptop (windows 11) the way it could be restored to another laptop using Azure Backup
