Consider the following tips when you run a defined backup:

• Norton Ghost does not need to be running for a scheduled backup to start. After you define a backup, you can close Norton Ghost.

• The computer that is being backed up must be turned on and Windows must be started.

• All defined backups are saved automatically so that you can edit them or run them later.

• Do not run a disk defragmentation program during a backup. Doing so will significantly increase the time that it takes to create the recovery point and might cause unexpected system resource issues.

• If you have two or more drives that are dependent on each other, you should include both drives in the same backup. This provides the safest protection.

• Include multiple drives in the same defined backup to reduce the total number of backups that must be run. Doing so minimizes interruptions while you work.

• Use the Progress and Performance feature to reduce the impact of a backup on your computer's performance. For example, if a scheduled backup starts while you are in the middle of a presentation, you can slow down the backup to give more processing resources back to your presentation program.

• The power management features on a computer can conflict with Norton Ghost during a backup.

  For example, your computer might be configured to go into hibernation mode after a period of inactivity. You should consider turning off the power management features during a scheduled backup.

• If a backup is interrupted, consider running it again.

• If you experience problems while creating a backup, you may need to reboot the computer.