How to Back Up a Folder With a Flash Memory Drive

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Insert Flash Memory Drive into the USB port on the front

   If you are using windows 7, go to My computer\Local disk (C:)\Users\Public ,, If you do not receive the overwrite prompt, then proceed to step
   5. , This can take a long time, depending on the data amount that is being transferred.
   
   When it is complete the "File Transfer" window will disappear. , It will then disappear from the screen and you can unplug the Flash Memory Card from the computer. , 2 GB has come down in price.
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   Step 2: side or rear of the computer.

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   Step 3: Double click "My Computer" on the Desktop or go to Start - My Computer.

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   Step 4: Right Click the Shared Documents folder or Public Documents if you're using windows 7

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   Step 5: select "Send To"

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   Step 6: and then select "Removable Device".

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   Step 7: If you receive a prompt to overwrite the files currently on the drive

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   Step 8: check to make sure you do not want the old versions of the files.

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   Step 9: The files will begin to copy over to the Flash Memory drive.

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    Step 10: In My Computer

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    Step 11: Right Click the Removable Device and select Eject.

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    Step 12: Back up your important photos

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    Step 13: scanned papers on these.

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