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I have seen similar questons but not matching my situation. I have done a new install of Windows 10 on my M.2 SSD.

I am trying to make a system image (Windows 7 Style). Here is my drive. Operating Drive

But I get the following error. Error Message

Some have said do not ever change your system reserved partition. Others say it is a lie that you need 450 MB or much less 1G.

I have seen there is only 3rd party software to change your reserve partion. Is this true? Does anyone have any reccomendations?

Thanks for any help or suggestions!

DKeeler
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  • Yes, use third-party software such as Macrium Reflect Free, and make a complete disk image, rather than just the system files (i.e., Windows style). This enables restoration of the whole disk should you wish to use another HDD, or if an issue develops in another partition. – DrMoishe Pippik Dec 21 '20 at 18:53
  • That is a great plan. But I was hoping to make a way to automatically back up every month or so.. I was able to set up a restore point, but Windows 10 doesnt seem to want to be imaged! – DKeeler Dec 22 '20 at 16:52
  • Most third- party tools, including previously-mentioned Reflect, can schedule images. – DrMoishe Pippik Dec 22 '20 at 19:28
  • Use Acronis True Image to make a reliable system-independent image that can be even applied to another PC. Just create a bootable media and start Acronis from there. Image file can be stored anywhere, including external drive or FTP/SMB server in your network. See more at https://superuser.com/questions/1611912/install-windows-on-usb-from-existing-windows-installation/1611958#1611958 – Hardoman Dec 22 '20 at 21:45
  • Thank you all! I will give both a try... – DKeeler May 25 '21 at 14:51

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