What is the procedure for a complete back up of the Audya to a hard drive

Is there any special software needed ?

Secondly will I be able to save all my settings of midis and registrations etc

Thanks

Rusty,
like I know there is no nead some special software.I am doing this on simple way:coppy all files on PC in some new folder.Mey atention on hiden files and folders!
Procedur remine around 50 minutes cos here is some 2.57Gb of files, depends what are you haw in HD.

[This message has been edited by Dusan (edited 11-29-2010).]

Here is how I do it:

Create a new folder on your computer and name it AUDYA BACKUP or something similar.

You also need to make your system and hidden files visable from your computer. (This is VITAL for a total backup). To do this:

With windows XP:
open "my computer"
select 'tools'
select 'folder options'
select the 'view' tab
under 'hidden files and folders' click the 'show hidden files and folders' radio button.
scroll down a little and uncheck the box that says "hide protected operating system files"

(be careful now as you will be able to see every file on your computer, including all your windows system files.)

Plug a USB cable into the Audya's rear USB socket and connect the other end to your computer.

Open a new window showing the contents of the Audya's hard drive.

First, copy the FILES from the root directory into your newly created AUDYA_BACKUP folder on you computer.

Next, copy each folder ONE AT A TIME into the AUDYA_BACKUP folder. (the reason to do one folder at a time is in case you need to stop or in case an error occurs, you wont have to start all over again)

NOTE: the Audya's hidden folder; 'SYSTEM' contains a large ammount of data and will take a significant ammount of time to copy over.

AJ is a rare guest, and that is really unusual because he is the moderator!
Best way to get his attention is indicate that you might want to BUY something.
DonM

Thanks so much to Dusan and Tonewheeliedude for taking the time to answer my question

Thanks also donm--you may be correct so I will try it lol

Ah haa ... missed this one