[midnightstar98]

Should I back up my files and OS from Windows XP I'm worried that if something goes wrong I wont be able to fix it. I'm new to this hackintoshing but I've been doing a lot of research. Should I make a partition with all my files on it or no. I need advice!!!

[bmcclure937]

Welcome to MyDellMini

If you are planning to install OSX on your Mini then you had better back up your files!!

During the installation your drive will be wiped and you will lose any important documents, so if you do not have a backup then I would suggest making one!

[Bear Hunter]

I asked the same question and was told that I could reinstall everything via install DVDs that came with the mini.

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Edit: I see that you have existing files which implies you have been using the installed OS. So yeah a backup does make sense

[midnightstar98]

Originally Posted by bmcclure937

Welcome to MyDellMini

If you are planning to install OSX on your Mini then you had better back up your files!!

During the installation your drive will be wiped and you will lose any important documents, so if you do not have a backup then I would suggest making one!

But since the dell mini 10v didn't come with a restore disc should I back up the OS because I dont care much about the files as much since I just got it.

[bmcclure937]

Ah, I was not aware that you just got it... I thought you were asking about personal files and data. There is really no way to "back up the OS" unless you create an image of the drive.

You can clone your drive using Norton Ghost or Acronis... but you will need something to clone the drive to

[vidy]

is there any guide to create an image using norton ghost to back up the OS ??

[drrignell]

Here you go, this one seems well written. Radified Guide to Norton Ghost (Symantec) - A Tutorial on How to Create, Save & Restore Ghost Images