Manually backing up a client computer

Published: August 12, 2009

Applies To: Windows SBS 2008

To manually back up a client computer, use either of the following methods:

  • Use the Windows Home Server icon:

    1. On the client computer, in the notification area, right-click the Windows Home Server icon.

    2. Click Backup Now.

  • Use the Windows Home Server console:

    1. On the client computer, in the notification area, right-click the Windows Home Server icon.

    2. Click Windows Home Server console.

    3. On the Windows Home Server console, click the client computer.

    4. On the Computers & Backup tab, click Backup Now.

    5. On the Backup Now page, type a name for the backup, and then click Backup Now.