Windows 10: Changing location of backup drive

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  1. Changing location of backup drive


    I want to change the location of my backup drive.

    How do I do this

    :)
     
    Taylor Hardy, Jun 20, 2020
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  2. Change Backup Location

    I'm trying to update my phone, but can't so far because my C drive doesn't have enough space for a backup. My computer is partitioned right now, so is there any way to change the backup location (i.e. to another drive)



    Thanks

     
    findwinston, Jun 20, 2020
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  3. Changing Destination Drive for Backup in Windows 10

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if this helps:

    • Press Windows key.
    • Type in Backup and Restore.
    • Under Backup or restore your files select set up backup.
    • Once the set up starts you'll get an option to choose the destination drive.
    • And then follow the onscreen instructions.

    For additional information refer to the link below and check if this helps:

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/backup-and-restore-in-windows-10

    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Andria Maria Mendez, Jun 20, 2020
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  4. Changing location of backup drive

    Change location

    Hi,

    Changing the location of your Windows 10 device is possible. Follow these steps to change the location information on Windows 10:

    • Go to Control Panel.
    • Click on Clock, Language, and Region and then select Region.
    • Click on Location tab.
    • Under the Home location, click the drop-down button and then choose your location.
    • Click on Apply button and then click OK.

    Note: Changing the location in Windows 10 is limited to changing which country or region you are in.

    Feel free to reach out to us if further assistance is needed.
     
    Darleen Pen, Jun 20, 2020
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