Norton 360 backup problems

Norton 360 backup feature

Norton 360 is web security suite that has integrated features that address almost all current online security problems. One of its features is the backup feature. On request, Norton 360 does automatic backup of data of up to 2 GB free online storage and more space is allotted on payment. This is a good option for those who wish to protect important files, documents and media from loss due to hard drive failure or other accidental losses. Using the backup and restore button on the Norton 360 dashboard starts the process. Using a three step process, the Norton 360 software performs a backup of whatever you wish to safe keep. From the Norton 360 Backup settings window, you can choose what files are to be saved, enter the size of the files, and enter the location of the backup, and finish clicking on secure online storage. An email and password will be asked to set up the Symantec account. The backup features allows one to take a data backup onto an external drive too.

Benefits of online backup

Common problems hampering backup

How to make a backup in Norton 360

Benefits of online backup

It is often seen that vital data often gets lost due to corrupt or damaged hard drives, accidental deletion etc. Sometimes, one may wish to access data from a different computer at some other place. If the data can be stored online, it can easily be retrieved from anywhere as long as one has access to the internet and a PC. Important documents and media files can be stored this way. Since the data is encrypted, there is no fear of thefts loss of privacy. This feature available in Norton 36o has proved to be a great tool for those who are frequently travelling and need immediate access to their important files. Even those who experience frequent hard disk failures can go for online storage of data.

Common problems hampering backup

Sometimes, there is failure to store data online via Norton 360. This may be due to many factors, most common of which is corrupt data. In case the data to be stored is already corrupt or damaged, it cannot be stored. It may also happen if incompatible software are used. For example, Acronis True Image programs, or other backup software along with Norton Symantec software. In this case, it is better to uninstall one of them. Previously existing software may also be causing the trouble due to conflicts. There may also be a need to upgrade the software to newer versions and install add-ons. The software must be re installed to fix any issues.

How to make a backup in Norton 360

Run the Norton 360 software and click the Backup and Restore button followed by clicking the Back Up link. When prompted, choose what you want to back up. Check the size of the selected item. Click on Change for setting the location and in the next dialog box click Secure Online Storage. For the first time, users will be prompted for e-mail and password to create a Symantec account. One can then click on the change button to set up a backup schedule. To start a file backup, click on the Run Backup Now button, wait till the backup process is complete. Depending on file size and process speed, this may take several minutes. To restore the backup when needed, click Backup and Restore button again followed by clicking the Restore link. Select the files you wish to restore and click the restore now button.