How to Backup External Hard Drive Before Formatting?
Geeks - To backup an external hard drive before formatting, you can use the built-in backup utility on your computer or a third-party backup software. Here are the steps to follow:
Connect your external hard drive to your computer using a USB cable.
Open the backup utility on your computer. This can typically be found in the "System Tools" or "Utilities" folder in your Start menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to create a backup of your external hard drive. This will typically involve selecting the external hard drive as the source and choosing a destination for the backup files.
Once the backup is complete, you can safely format your external hard drive without worrying about losing any important data.
Note: If you are using a third-party backup software, the steps may vary. Refer to the software's documentation for specific instructions.
