Backup formation of win7 pc.????

hi guys...
i am using widnows7 x64 ultimate...n i need a solution...
is there any software.which can make backup of all OS+drivers+softwares,and i dun have to install OS,it just run n make image...like once norton ghost used to do...does it still work with win7 or there is something better than this...
i want something same for vista too...cuz i have to install vista,then sp1 n then sp2 as i have only vista not integrated service packs...plz help...

I use Acronis True Image Home. It's an excellent backup image software and is very fast.

It will make a backup of your entire C drive and then stores it on an external hard drive, or however you choose to store it.

Go to: www.acronis.com

I use Macrium Reflect. There is a free version.

http://www.macrium.com

Thanks yodap

I use Paragon Backup (retail) but Paragon do a free version that can backup your complete OS, Windows 7 32/64-bit also includes a bootable rescue CD burn option.

Link > http://www.paragon-software.com/home/db-express/

Thanks Veedaz.

I love the Paragon stuff. Specifically the adaptive restore feature that can be found on Backup & Recovery 10 Suite. One of these days I will pull the trigger and purchase it.

Another program that gets talked up a lot by my friend is Casper.

http://www.fssdev.com/products/casper/

I have just purchased a pc with Win 7 home premium. It is for our history library and purchased with a grant so I am limited on funds.
The boss purchased the hardware to go with the computer and the salesman didn't remember to tell him that it needed 32 bit.
I was purchasing hi end for archiving purposes so got the 64 bit version. Now the salesman says I need to install the 32 bit version os because they will not be providing a 64 bit driver for unknown time. I am being told by the computer dealer that I have to buy the disk for the computer (it came installed originally) and then I will have to purchase the 64 bit again later. When I do the install of 32 bit will it erase what is on the recovery portion of the disk? Is it possible to do a backup of the 64 bit version before installing the 32 bit? Then when the vendor has a 64 bit driver can I reinstall 64 bit from backup? Thanks for any help you can provide.

1. So what I can tell from your post is that the computer is 64 bit hardware right? Since really there is no more 32 bit CPUs being made anymore.

2. What is the 64 bit driver that you need for the system? If you could give more information, we will probably be able to help you better.

1. No you really don't have to buy another disk for the 32 bit or x86 version of Windows 7 Home Premium. I'll assume that the Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit came pre-installed on the computer? If so, there should be a COA label on the case, (Certificate of Authenticity) usually on the back or side of the case. The product key is printed there as 5 groups of 5 alpha-numeric letters or numbers. That key is good for either the 32 bit version or the 64 bit. However, you can only use ONE version per product key at a time. Either the 32 or the 64 bit, but not both at once.

2. You can download the Official ISO images from the links below. Then you can burn the ISO to a DVD with ImgBurn at 4X speed to avoid any burning errors.

These are for people who already have the FULL RETAIL versions and want a backup copy. You'll still need a GENUINE MS PRODUCT KEY to activate the install.

Windows 7 Home Premium x86 ISO http://msft-dnl.digitalrivercontent..../X15-65732.iso

Windows 7 Home Premium x64 ISO http://msft-dnl.digitalrivercontent..../X15-65733.iso

The x86 or 32 bit version is about a 2.4GB ISO image file size. Use ImgBurn to burn the ISO file to a blank DVD disc. You might want to do the same for the x64 version also. Burn at a slow speed to avoid burning errors, anywhere from 4x - 12x speed should be okay. Then have ImgBurn verify the burn to be sure it went okay.

3. In order to install the 32 bit version you WILL have to do a clean install only. It is not possible to do an "upgrade" install from 32 to 64 bit or vice versa. It will not erase the "recovery partition" unless YOU choose to delete that partition during install. However, it will basically be useless to you anyway since you'll be on a 32 bit OS.

Yes, Windows 7 will allow you to do that. It's best to backup to an external hard drive, if possible. If not, then to several DVD blank discs.

One could switch drives to save the install that is currently on the drive. Install the other bit version to a new drive.

Ah Yes! Obi Wan! I forgot completely about that option.

May the FORCE be with you!

Thank you so much for your assistance.
I do have an external hard drive for that system specifically.
I have gotten the COA from the CPU.
I have Genuine Windows 7 Home Premiun 64-bit. It came preinstalled.
So, if I download the 32 bit now and install it, then when I am ready, I could use the backup drive to install 64 bit? Am I correct.
The hardware I am trying to use is a ST200 AM Motorized film carrier by S-T Imaging, Inc. The vendor say the producer has no plans to make it compatible to 64 bit in the near future.
I don't recognize your terms Imgburn at 4x speed.
I have not used a dvd burn where I told it speed. So I will need to figure that out.
I have Lightscribe 16xmaxDVD+/-R/RWSuperMultidrv.
It sounds to me like you are saying to download the ISO images to hard drive and then I should copy to DVD - Do I understand that correctly?