disk cloning

Steinberg Lounge
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So I just got done installing a bunch of steinberg software I had purchased over the last 4 to 5 months. Everything seems to be working ok (registration, activation, elicense, etc.) and UR22MKII audio interface as well.

Thinking I might want to clone the OS drive before going any further and upon researching it, cloning seems to be different process than imaging?

Is there a best “cloning” software program? Not necessarily interested in freeware. Would be willing to spend <$100 on a good program.

Thanks.

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A disk image is a bit-perfect copy of a disk stored in a file.
A cloned disk is what you get if you write that disk image to a new disk.

There are many products out there but I’ve been using TeraByte products for years. It would help to know if you’re on Windows or Mac.

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I’ve used Macrium Reflect recently with good results.

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Windows. Sorry for omitting my OS.

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I have used the free Clonezilla software. The last time was 2.5 years ago when I moved all my Cubase related programs from one Windows computer to another… Worked with no issues so… good luck with your choice… :wink:

Regards :sunglasses:

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One thing to keep in mind is that not all software allows you to create a truly bootable clone/image of the operating system drive that you’re currently booting from. So if you’re booting from the c drive then as far as I know most software won’t allow it, and you’ll have to boot from something else to get it done.

So make sure the software allows it before you buy it.