Windows 7 backup will not work on Windows 11

Anonymous
2022-10-15T02:05:34+00:00

Ever since the Windows 11 update (specifically the Windows 11 version 22H2 update), it seems like the Windows 7 back-up no longer works. It just hangs up/freezes at 97%, with no improvements. I tried every other option, but the problem still persists. I'm not sure if this is an issues with this specific update, or just Windows 11 in general.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup

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  1. Anonymous
    2022-10-15T03:01:33+00:00

    Hi Seun,

    Can you upload these logs to your OneDrive:

    C:\Windows\Logs\WindowsBackup\Backup-<TIMESTAMP>.log

    C:\Windows\Logs\WindowsBackup\Backup_Error-<TIMESTAMP>.log

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  2. Anonymous
    2022-10-15T05:06:11+00:00

    Hi Seun. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

    Windows 7 Backup is only included in Windows 10 and 11 to transfer files over from Windows 7. It is way too old to work relaibly for regular backup.

    The built-in Backup for Windows 10 and 11 is File HIstory. Here is how to set up and use FIle History:

    https://www.howtogeek.com/74623/how-to-use-the-...

    https://www.groovypost.com/howto/configure-wind...

    Here is how to use File History to transfer or recover files:

    https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-cor...

    https://www.techrepublic.com/article/restoring-...

    If any problems here's how to reconnect or fix File History:

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/402656...

    https://windowsreport.com/fix-windows-8-file-hi...

    (Avoid ad links which intrude into editorial copy, especially avoid Restoro, PC Repair Tool and Reimage ads)

    https://www.ubackup.com/articles/windows-10-fil...

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BUspeRCX6E

    Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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