Hi,
I use a stereo system that allows me to plug in a USB flash drive with .MP3 music files.
I often listen to music this way and prefer having my favorite Albums (folders) in an order (NOT alphabetical) I prefer.
I would like to make a Back Up of this flash drive encase it gets damaged.
I am WILLING TO PAY for a Cloner type of app that will allow me to duplicate this USB flash drive to another without changing the order of Albums/folders and songs.
Note: I am using FAT32 flash drives for music. FAT32 file system allows unsorted files and folders.
Thank You in advance, John
Hi,
I use a stereo system that allows me to plug in a USB flash drive with .MP3 music files.
I often listen to music this way and prefer having my favorite Albums (folders) in an order (NOT alphabetical) I prefer.
I would like to make a Back Up of this flash drive encase it gets damaged.
I am WILLING TO PAY for a Cloner type of app that will allow me to duplicate this USB flash drive to another without changing the order of Albums/folders and songs.
Note: I am using FAT32 flash drives for music. FAT32 file system allows unsorted files and folders.
Thank You in advance, John
On Tue, 9/24/2024 10:32 AM, jaugustine@verizon.net wrote:
Hi,
I use a stereo system that allows me to plug in a USB flash drive with >> .MP3 music files.
I often listen to music this way and prefer having my favorite Albums >> (folders) in an order (NOT alphabetical) I prefer.
I would like to make a Back Up of this flash drive encase it gets damaged.
I am WILLING TO PAY for a Cloner type of app that will allow me to
duplicate this USB flash drive to another without changing the order of
Albums/folders and songs.
Note: I am using FAT32 flash drives for music. FAT32 file system allows
unsorted files and folders.
Thank You in advance, John
Unfortunately, Windows backup utilities (twenty or thirty of them)
do not "like" USB flash sticks as a media.
This means you have to be careful, when searching via Google for such an animal.
I found this one, but it still makes me a bit nervous that
it actually does what the article claims it does.
https://www.easeus.com/backup-utility/how-to-backup-files-on-usb-flash-drive.html
(They offer a stub installer, rather than the whole file.)
https://download2.easeus.com/tb.php?product=tb_free&tid=tb_free_installer&id=17272041202271b941738&dateline=1727204118
For an "event" setting, you do not want "backup on insertion". A simple "backup on demand" such as launching the backup plan from a menu,
would be sufficient. Some people do not keep their backup storage hard drive connected to the back of the machine, at all times, which is why
"backup on insertion" isn't a good idea.
Other backup programs, they "sniff" each storage device. If the storage device claims it is "Removable Media", they become frightened and run away. That's mainly what is going on. for some USB flash sticks, the RMB bit
has been set inside the flash stick, to indicate the flash stick
is "Fixed Media", and *those* sticks can be backed up by Macrium (or others). There were a few Sony-branded sticks with this feature, but generally speaking,
listing the RMB bit in an advert for a USB flash stick, nobody does that.
We have to guess. But the standing in Disk Management, is one way to get
an indication. It says right in Disk Management "Removable Media" for your USB.
*******
In a moment of desperation, yes, you can *easily* back up a USB stick.
For example, if it was on fire, you could use the Chrysocome "dd.exe".
It does not care about RMB bits, because it is a low level utility.
Instructions
http://www.chrysocome.net/dd
Download
http://www.chrysocome.net/download (If a Google Vignette pops up, use the "reload" button on your browser, do not
click any google shit on the surface of the page at that moment. Cookie material.)
http://www.chrysocome.net/downloads/dd-0.6beta3.zip (Unpack the ZIP, to get "dd.exe" utility)
You use that in a Administrator window (because it accesses at physical level).
dd --list
NT Block Device Objects
\\?\Device\Harddisk0\Partition0 <=== "Partition0 means backup the whole stick"
link to \\?\Device\Harddisk0\DR0
Fixed hard disk media. Block size = 512
size is 4000787030016 bytes <=== Verify the size of the device is correct, that needs backup
That example, would be equivalent to the first row of a Disk Management window. Harddisk1 is the second row.
Use a "factor" utility, to figure out the block size. The power-of-two part of the factor
output, I have labeled it as my blocksize parameter for the next command usage. There is
a bug in "dd" where it is not all that clever about overruns, so it helps to state
unequivocally what you want.
$ factor 4000787030016
4000787030016: 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 7 2584007
\_______________________/ \_____________/
8192 488377323
dd if=\\?\Device\Harddisk0\Partition0 of=C:\temp\usbflsh.img bs=8192 count=488377323
Now my flash stick is stored on my C drive, in my Temp folder.
If the flash stick was X bytes in size, the backup image is also X bytes in size.
White-space areas of the flash drive are being backed up, which is unlike
how an Easeus or a Macrium would do it. Utilizing compression of the "usbflsh.img"
would not completely remove the impact of (random-data) white space being backed up.
But this *is* a backup. For example, 7ZIP can open the .img file, if you absolutely
need your files back. Or alternately, you can "dd.exe" transfer the .img file, back
onto another equal-sized or bigger, USB stick.
This method works best for MSDOS partitioned media. You have to be careful with
GPT media (USB sticks aren't normally set up that way), because the secondary partition
table is at the end of GPT media, and any "size" errors while restoring, cause the loss
of the secondary table. That table is redundant, but various tools barf if you lose it.
So "dd.exe" can be used for more types of media, and is my "baseline" backup utility,
ensuring no data gets lost. Calibrating an Easeus or a Macrium, would take more
time and effort, and not all backup tasks have the luxury of waiting that long.
The "dd.exe" (no matter what platform you find a version), will work.
DD is available on Windows (third party), Linux, Unix, MacOS, FreeBSD, plus others.
And in cases where the media is damaged, the "ddrescue" of Linux can help with that. Regular "dd" would stop on a media error... same as some
of the Windows backup programs, stop on media error. A USB may not get media errors quite the same way as your hard drive, but on the other hand,
"a USB stick can just drop dead". That's how mine have gone. No response.
Always double-check your command syntax when using "dd", as it can
cause a hell of a lot of damage if you make a typing mistake. Using Easeus, it would be the same thing, if you "restored over" the wrong disk drive.
Paul
Don't go paying for such a commonplace piece of software. The Net will
always be flooded with free versions. They're favourite items for
trainee programmers, retired programmers, etc. In addition there's a
whole stockpile of copy utilities available.
If you want a well-tested program that has a superb GUI, professional >appearance and behaviour, and which you can use for far more than just >backing up a music library, go for Macrium Reflect. The latest version
has 30-day trial before having to pay, but an excellent previous version
is available here; >https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/macrium_reflect_free_edition.html
I can see why you've reposted this request. Your previous thread got
bogged down in the technical intricacies of file order; but you're
partly to blame because of the way you framed it.
Ed
<SNIP>
Don't go paying for such a commonplace piece of software. The Net will
always be flooded with free versions. They're favourite items for
trainee programmers, retired programmers, etc. In addition there's a
whole stockpile of copy utilities available.
If you want a well-tested program that has a superb GUI, professional
appearance and behaviour, and which you can use for far more than just
backing up a music library, go for Macrium Reflect. The latest version
has 30-day trial before having to pay, but an excellent previous version
is available here;
https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/macrium_reflect_free_edition.html >>
I can see why you've reposted this request. Your previous thread got
bogged down in the technical intricacies of file order; but you're
partly to blame because of the way you framed it.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I downloaded that Macrium... app via the link above, and installed it
on my Windows 7 laptop.
I plugged in my source USB flash drive with 22 Albums/folders (NOT in alphabetical order). Each Album contains MP3 music files.
I also plugged in another empty USB flash drive to be the destination.
Note: Both are FAT32.
However, trying to use Macrium was a bit overwhelming. There were
pre checked options for functions I am NOT familiar with.
I had no problem selecting the Source USB flash drive, but for Destination, I became confused. I did NOT want an image of
the Source, I think that was one option.
I will look for a demonstration video for using this app as a "cloner".
Thanks again, John
https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/macrium_reflect_free_edition.html >>>
I can see why you've reposted this request. Your previous thread got
bogged down in the technical intricacies of file order; but you're
partly to blame because of the way you framed it.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I downloaded that Macrium... app via the link above, and installed it >> on my Windows 7 laptop.
I plugged in my source USB flash drive with 22 Albums/folders (NOT in >> alphabetical order). Each Album contains MP3 music files.
I also plugged in another empty USB flash drive to be the destination. >>
Note: Both are FAT32.
However, trying to use Macrium was a bit overwhelming. There were
pre checked options for functions I am NOT familiar with.
I had no problem selecting the Source USB flash drive, but for
Destination, I became confused. I did NOT want an image of
the Source, I think that was one option.
I will look for a demonstration video for using this app as a "cloner". >>
Thanks again, John
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear >underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB.
Ed
<SNIP>
https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/macrium_reflect_free_edition.html >>>>
I can see why you've reposted this request. Your previous thread got
bogged down in the technical intricacies of file order; but you're
partly to blame because of the way you framed it.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I downloaded that Macrium... app via the link above, and installed it >>> on my Windows 7 laptop.
I plugged in my source USB flash drive with 22 Albums/folders (NOT in >>> alphabetical order). Each Album contains MP3 music files.
I also plugged in another empty USB flash drive to be the destination.
Note: Both are FAT32.
However, trying to use Macrium was a bit overwhelming. There were >>> pre checked options for functions I am NOT familiar with.
I had no problem selecting the Source USB flash drive, but for
Destination, I became confused. I did NOT want an image of
the Source, I think that was one option.
I will look for a demonstration video for using this app as a "cloner".
Thanks again, John
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear
underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB.
Ed
Ok Ed,
I will give that a try, but I have to wait until tomorrow.
I will let you know the results.
Thanks again, John
<SNIP>
https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/macrium_reflect_free_edition.html >>>>
I can see why you've reposted this request. Your previous thread got
bogged down in the technical intricacies of file order; but you're
partly to blame because of the way you framed it.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I downloaded that Macrium... app via the link above, and installed it >>> on my Windows 7 laptop.
I plugged in my source USB flash drive with 22 Albums/folders (NOT in >>> alphabetical order). Each Album contains MP3 music files.
I also plugged in another empty USB flash drive to be the destination. >>>
Note: Both are FAT32.
However, trying to use Macrium was a bit overwhelming. There were
pre checked options for functions I am NOT familiar with.
I had no problem selecting the Source USB flash drive, but for
Destination, I became confused. I did NOT want an image of
the Source, I think that was one option.
I will look for a demonstration video for using this app as a "cloner".
Thanks again, John
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear
underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB.
Ed
Ok Ed,
I will give that a try, but I have to wait until tomorrow.
I will let you know the results.
Thanks again, John
<SNIP>
https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/macrium_reflect_free_edition.html >>>>
I can see why you've reposted this request. Your previous thread got
bogged down in the technical intricacies of file order; but you're
partly to blame because of the way you framed it.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I downloaded that Macrium... app via the link above, and installed it >>> on my Windows 7 laptop.
I plugged in my source USB flash drive with 22 Albums/folders (NOT in >>> alphabetical order). Each Album contains MP3 music files.
I also plugged in another empty USB flash drive to be the destination.
Note: Both are FAT32.
However, trying to use Macrium was a bit overwhelming. There were >>> pre checked options for functions I am NOT familiar with.
I had no problem selecting the Source USB flash drive, but for
Destination, I became confused. I did NOT want an image of
the Source, I think that was one option.
I will look for a demonstration video for using this app as a "cloner".
Thanks again, John
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear
underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB.
Ed
Ok Ed,
I will give that a try, but I have to wait until tomorrow.
I will let you know the results.
Thanks again, John
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear >underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB.
Ed
jaugustine@verizon.net wrote:
<SNIP>
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB.
Ed
<SNIP>
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear
underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB.
Ed
Hi Ed,
FYI: I downloaded an Update for this app. I went through the Registration process for 30 days free trial..
UNFORTUNATELY, IT DID NOT WORK (above procedure).
The blue panels are for "Disk 1" C: (WinXP) and D: (Windows 7) dual boot laptop..
Below is "Disk 2" the USB flash drive (NOT a blue panel). I am UNABLE to check that, but I can easily check "Disk 1".
I would settle for an IMAGE of the USB flash drive as long as I can use that IMAGE to "write" to an empty USB flash drive with folders in the ORGINAL order, NOT in alphabetical order.
FRUSTRATION: If I could copy folders and files WITHOUT ALPHABETICAL ORDER,
then I would not have to go this ORDEAL.
Somewhere there MUST be an Windows app that does what I want.
John
jaugustine@verizon.net wrote:
Hi,
I use a stereo system that allows me to plug in a USB flash drive >> with
.MP3 music files.
I often listen to music this way and prefer having my favorite
Albums
(folders) in an order (NOT alphabetical) I prefer.
I would like to make a Back Up of this flash drive encase it gets >> damaged.
I am WILLING TO PAY for a Cloner type of app that will allow me to
duplicate this USB flash drive to another without changing the order of
Albums/folders and songs.
Note: I am using FAT32 flash drives for music. FAT32 file system >> allows
unsorted files and folders.
Thank You in advance, John
Don't go paying for such a commonplace piece of software. The Net will
always be flooded with free versions. They're favourite items for
trainee programmers, retired programmers, etc. In addition there's a
whole stockpile of copy utilities available.
If you want a well-tested program that has a superb GUI, professional appearance and behaviour, and which you can use for far more than just backing up a music library, go for Macrium Reflect. The latest version
has 30-day trial before having to pay, but an excellent previous version
is available here; https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/macrium_reflect_free_edition.html
I can see why you've reposted this request. Your previous thread got
bogged down in the technical intricacies of file order; but you're
partly to blame because of the way you framed it.
Ed
<SNIP>
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear
underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB.
Ed
Hi Ed,
FYI: I downloaded an Update for this app. I went through the Registration process for 30 days free trial..
UNFORTUNATELY, IT DID NOT WORK (above procedure).
The blue panels are for "Disk 1" C: (WinXP) and D: (Windows 7) dual boot laptop..
Below is "Disk 2" the USB flash drive (NOT a blue panel). I am UNABLE to check that, but I can easily check "Disk 1".
I would settle for an IMAGE of the USB flash drive as long as I can use that IMAGE to "write" to an empty USB flash drive with folders in the ORGINAL order, NOT in alphabetical order.
FRUSTRATION: If I could copy folders and files WITHOUT ALPHABETICAL ORDER,
then I would not have to go this ORDEAL.
Somewhere there MUST be an Windows app that does what I want.
John
On 24/09/2024 15:32, jaugustine@verizon.net wrote:
Hi,
I use a stereo system that allows me to plug in a USB flash drive >> with
.MP3 music files.
I often listen to music this way and prefer having my favorite
Albums
(folders) in an order (NOT alphabetical) I prefer.
I would like to make a Back Up of this flash drive encase it gets >> damaged.
I am WILLING TO PAY for a Cloner type of app that will allow me to
duplicate this USB flash drive to another without changing the order of
Albums/folders and songs.
Note: I am using FAT32 flash drives for music. FAT32 file system >> allows
unsorted files and folders.
IIRC the ordering of copied audio files is set by the metadata & the way
to overcome it was to number the files.
It was a common problem for those who wanted to copy mp3s to a USB stick
to play in the car.
On Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:48:24 +0100, Ed Cryer <ed@somewhere.in.the.uk> wrote:
One FLAW in your USB to USB flash drives test. The destination
USB flash drive is NTFS. That file system always puts "stuff" in Alphabetical
order.
<SNIP>
Don't go paying for such a commonplace piece of software. The Net will
always be flooded with free versions. They're favourite items for
trainee programmers, retired programmers, etc. In addition there's a
whole stockpile of copy utilities available.
If you want a well-tested program that has a superb GUI, professional
appearance and behaviour, and which you can use for far more than just
backing up a music library, go for Macrium Reflect. The latest version
has 30-day trial before having to pay, but an excellent previous version
is available here;
https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/macrium_reflect_free_edition.html >>
I can see why you've reposted this request. Your previous thread got
bogged down in the technical intricacies of file order; but you're
partly to blame because of the way you framed it.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I downloaded that Macrium... app via the link above, and installed it
on my Windows 7 laptop.
I plugged in my source USB flash drive with 22 Albums/folders (NOT in alphabetical order). Each Album contains MP3 music files.
I also plugged in another empty USB flash drive to be the destination.
Note: Both are FAT32.
However, trying to use Macrium was a bit overwhelming. There were
pre checked options for functions I am NOT familiar with.
I had no problem selecting the Source USB flash drive, but for Destination, I became confused. I did NOT want an image of
the Source, I think that was one option.
I will look for a demonstration video for using this app as a "cloner".
jaugustine@verizon.net wrote:
<SNIP>
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear
underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB. >>>
Ed
Hi Ed,
FYI: I downloaded an Update for this app. I went through the
Registration process for 30 days free trial..
UNFORTUNATELY, IT DID NOT WORK (above procedure).
The blue panels are for "Disk 1" C: (WinXP) and D: (Windows 7) dual boot
laptop..
Below is "Disk 2" the USB flash drive (NOT a blue panel). I am UNABLE to
check that, but I can easily check "Disk 1".
I would settle for an IMAGE of the USB flash drive as long as I can use >> that IMAGE to "write" to an empty USB flash drive with folders in the ORGINAL
order, NOT in alphabetical order.
FRUSTRATION: If I could copy folders and files WITHOUT ALPHABETICAL ORDER,
then I would not have to go this ORDEAL.
Somewhere there MUST be an Windows app that does what I want.
John
Well, I just did it successfully; under Windows 10.
I used two USB sticks; one Fat32 (input), one NTFS (output).
I put some MP3 music albums on the input.
Loaded M Reflect, chose the input, selectd Clone, chose the output, bingo!
What are you doing wrong? Or at least differently from me?
All I had to do thereafter was rename the output to differentiate it
from the cloned input.
Ed
Well, I just did it successfully; under Windows 10.
I used two USB sticks; one Fat32 (input), one NTFS (output).
I put some MP3 music albums on the input.
Loaded M Reflect, chose the input, selectd Clone, chose the output, bingo!
What are you doing wrong? Or at least differently from me?
All I had to do thereafter was rename the output to differentiate it
from the cloned input.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I do have a Win10 laptop, but I don't think that will make a difference
because I had NO issues installing this in Windows 7
One FLAW in your USB to USB flash drives test. The destination
USB flash drive is NTFS. That file system always puts "stuff" in Alphabetical >order. Try a FAT32 USB flash drive for destination. Assuming the source USB >has folders that are NOT in alphabetical order (VERY IMPORTANT), see if
the destination FAT32 flash drive has folders in the same order.
PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
BTW: I also tried RoboCopy (WIN7 Command line app) that has a Mirror
option, but UNFORTUNATELY, the destination must be a folder. The destination >"G:\" (root) is NOT acceptable.
John
On Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:48:24 +0100, Ed Cryer <ed@somewhere.in.the.uk> wrote:
jaugustine@verizon.net wrote:
<SNIP>
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear >>>> underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB. >>>>
Ed
Hi Ed,
FYI: I downloaded an Update for this app. I went through the
Registration process for 30 days free trial..
UNFORTUNATELY, IT DID NOT WORK (above procedure).
The blue panels are for "Disk 1" C: (WinXP) and D: (Windows 7) dual boot
laptop..
Below is "Disk 2" the USB flash drive (NOT a blue panel). I am UNABLE to
check that, but I can easily check "Disk 1".
I would settle for an IMAGE of the USB flash drive as long as I can use
that IMAGE to "write" to an empty USB flash drive with folders in the ORGINAL
order, NOT in alphabetical order.
FRUSTRATION: If I could copy folders and files WITHOUT ALPHABETICAL ORDER,
then I would not have to go this ORDEAL.
Somewhere there MUST be an Windows app that does what I want.
John
Well, I just did it successfully; under Windows 10.
I used two USB sticks; one Fat32 (input), one NTFS (output).
I put some MP3 music albums on the input.
Loaded M Reflect, chose the input, selectd Clone, chose the output, bingo! >>
What are you doing wrong? Or at least differently from me?
All I had to do thereafter was rename the output to differentiate it
from the cloned input.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I do have a Win10 laptop, but I don't think that will make a difference because I had NO issues installing this in Windows 7
One FLAW in your USB to USB flash drives test. The destination
USB flash drive is NTFS. That file system always puts "stuff" in Alphabetical
order. Try a FAT32 USB flash drive for destination. Assuming the source USB has folders that are NOT in alphabetical order (VERY IMPORTANT), see if
the destination FAT32 flash drive has folders in the same order.
PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
BTW: I also tried RoboCopy (WIN7 Command line app) that has a Mirror option, but UNFORTUNATELY, the destination must be a folder. The destination
"G:\" (root) is NOT acceptable.
John
On Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:48:24 +0100, Ed Cryer <ed@somewhere.in.the.uk> wrote:
jaugustine@verizon.net wrote:
<SNIP>
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is
ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear >>>> underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB. >>>>
Ed
Hi Ed,
FYI: I downloaded an Update for this app. I went through the
Registration process for 30 days free trial..
UNFORTUNATELY, IT DID NOT WORK (above procedure).
The blue panels are for "Disk 1" C: (WinXP) and D: (Windows 7) dual boot
laptop..
Below is "Disk 2" the USB flash drive (NOT a blue panel). I am UNABLE to
check that, but I can easily check "Disk 1".
I would settle for an IMAGE of the USB flash drive as long as I can use >>> that IMAGE to "write" to an empty USB flash drive with folders in the ORGINAL
order, NOT in alphabetical order.
FRUSTRATION: If I could copy folders and files WITHOUT ALPHABETICAL ORDER,
then I would not have to go this ORDEAL.
Somewhere there MUST be an Windows app that does what I want.
John
Well, I just did it successfully; under Windows 10.
I used two USB sticks; one Fat32 (input), one NTFS (output).
I put some MP3 music albums on the input.
Loaded M Reflect, chose the input, selectd Clone, chose the output, bingo! >>
What are you doing wrong? Or at least differently from me?
All I had to do thereafter was rename the output to differentiate it
from the cloned input.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I do have a Win10 laptop, but I don't think that will make a difference because I had NO issues installing this in Windows 7
One FLAW in your USB to USB flash drives test. The destination
USB flash drive is NTFS. That file system always puts "stuff" in Alphabetical
order. Try a FAT32 USB flash drive for destination. Assuming the source USB has folders that are NOT in alphabetical order (VERY IMPORTANT), see if
the destination FAT32 flash drive has folders in the same order.
PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
BTW: I also tried RoboCopy (WIN7 Command line app) that has a Mirror option, but UNFORTUNATELY, the destination must be a folder. The destination
"G:\" (root) is NOT acceptable.
On Fri, 9/27/2024 9:18 AM, jaugustine@verizon.net wrote:
On Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:48:24 +0100, Ed Cryer <ed@somewhere.in.the.uk> wrote: >>
jaugustine@verizon.net wrote:
<SNIP>
Plug in your USB drive. Load Macrium Reflect. Ensure just your USB is >>>>> ticked, then click on the blue of the display; two options will appear >>>>> underneath; clone or image. Select clone and then choose your backup USB. >>>>>
Ed
Hi Ed,
FYI: I downloaded an Update for this app. I went through the
Registration process for 30 days free trial..
UNFORTUNATELY, IT DID NOT WORK (above procedure).
The blue panels are for "Disk 1" C: (WinXP) and D: (Windows 7) dual boot
laptop..
Below is "Disk 2" the USB flash drive (NOT a blue panel). I am UNABLE to
check that, but I can easily check "Disk 1".
I would settle for an IMAGE of the USB flash drive as long as I can use
that IMAGE to "write" to an empty USB flash drive with folders in the ORGINAL
order, NOT in alphabetical order.
FRUSTRATION: If I could copy folders and files WITHOUT ALPHABETICAL ORDER,
then I would not have to go this ORDEAL.
Somewhere there MUST be an Windows app that does what I want.
John
Well, I just did it successfully; under Windows 10.
I used two USB sticks; one Fat32 (input), one NTFS (output).
I put some MP3 music albums on the input.
Loaded M Reflect, chose the input, selectd Clone, chose the output, bingo! >>>
What are you doing wrong? Or at least differently from me?
All I had to do thereafter was rename the output to differentiate it
from the cloned input.
Ed
Hi Ed,
I do have a Win10 laptop, but I don't think that will make a difference >> because I had NO issues installing this in Windows 7
One FLAW in your USB to USB flash drives test. The destination
USB flash drive is NTFS. That file system always puts "stuff" in Alphabetical
order. Try a FAT32 USB flash drive for destination. Assuming the source USB
has folders that are NOT in alphabetical order (VERY IMPORTANT), see if
the destination FAT32 flash drive has folders in the same order.
PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
BTW: I also tried RoboCopy (WIN7 Command line app) that has a Mirror >> option, but UNFORTUNATELY, the destination must be a folder. The destination
"G:\" (root) is NOT acceptable.
This is correct. Robocopy is for folders.
But this is a set of examples from my notes files. What do you see there ?
robocopy Y:\ F:\ /mir /COPYALL /dcopy:t /XJ /r:3 /w:2 /zb /np /tee /v /log:robocopy_y_to_f.log <=== partition copy
robocopy S:\BUNDLE\ E:\BUNDLE /mir /zb /tee /v /log:robocopy_s_to_e.log robocopy E:\BUNDLE\ S:\BUNDLE /mir /zb /np /tee /v /log:robocopy_e_to_s.log
It can, and does do, whole partitions.
Paul
Hi,
I use a stereo system that allows me to plug in a USB flash drive with .MP3 music files.
I often listen to music this way and prefer having my favorite Albums (folders) in an order (NOT alphabetical) I prefer.
I would like to make a Back Up of this flash drive encase it gets damaged.
I am WILLING TO PAY for a Cloner type of app that will allow me to duplicate this USB flash drive to another without changing the order of Albums/folders and songs.
Note: I am using FAT32 flash drives for music. FAT32 file system allows unsorted files and folders.
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