Tools

Launch Command Prompt

The Launch Command Prompt option in O&O DiskImage 21 Premium allows you to open a command-line interface where you can execute advanced commands directly on your operating system. This function is especially useful for experienced users who want to perform specific system configurations or troubleshoot issues.

Using the Command Prompt

When selecting this function, the Command Prompt (CMD) window opens. Here, you can enter various commands to change system settings, retrieve system information, or manage services.

Examples of useful commands:

• chkdsk: Checks the file system and the condition of the hard drive for errors. Example: chkdsk C: /f repairs found errors on drive C.
• sfc /scannow: Starts the System File Checker, which scans and attempts to repair corrupted system files using correct versions.
• diskpart: A powerful disk partitioning tool. With list disk, for example, you can display all disks, and with select disk 1 and clean, prepare a drive for reformatting.
• ipconfig /all: Displays all network configuration values including IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.

Safety Precautions

Be careful when using the command prompt, especially with commands that alter system settings or delete data. Make sure you understand what a command does before executing it.

Using this feature purposefully allows you to manage your system effectively and resolve issues directly at the operating system level.

Connect Network Folder

This function allows you to connect to a shared network folder, giving you direct access to backup files or other data stored on a NAS or shared folder structure. This enables you to efficiently integrate centralized storage solutions into your backup strategy.

Steps:

1. Open O&O DiskImage and go to the Tools section.
2. Select the Connect Network Folder option.
3. Enter the network address of the shared folder and, if necessary, provide login credentials (username and password).
4. Confirm the connection. The connected folder will now appear in your directory list and can be used as a backup destination or source for recovery files.

Check & Repair

The Check & Repair function allows you to check and repair damaged backup files. This tool scans the system for inconsistencies and can automatically correct them. Please note that the process may take several minutes depending on disk usage and the type of storage device.

Check & Repair Options

• Check component store: Scans the Windows component store for corruption and ensures integrity.
• Check system files: Analyzes system files for correctness and repair needs.
• Drive check: Inspects physical and logical sectors on the drive for errors.
• Check Windows Recovery Environment: Ensures that the Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE) is working properly and is error-free.

These checks are essential to ensure the reliability of your backups and to confirm that your data can be fully and correctly restored when needed.

Verify Backup

The Verify Backup function allows you to validate the integrity of a created backup. This verification ensures that the backup file is complete and free of errors, reducing the risk of data loss during recovery.

Steps:

1. Open O&O DiskImage and go to the Tools section.
2. Select Verify Backup.
3. Choose the backup file you want to verify.
4. Start the verification. The system will analyze the file for inconsistencies or errors.
5. Once the verification is complete, you will receive a summary of the results.

Create Boot Medium

With the Create Boot Medium function, you can create a bootable medium that allows you to restore a PC even if no operating system is installed. This medium (e.g., a USB stick or CD/DVD) contains a recovery environment that lets you start your system and access O&O DiskImage’s recovery tools.

Steps:

1. Open O&O DiskImage and go to the Tools section.
2. Select Create Boot Medium.
3. Choose the desired target medium (e.g., USB stick or optical disc). Note that all data on the selected medium will be erased.
4. Follow the instructions in the wizard to create the bootable medium.
5. Once completed, you will have a bootable device that allows you to start your PC and access the recovery environment without a pre-installed operating system.

System Recovery

To restore your entire PC, you must boot the machine into a special recovery mode. This ensures that the system is restored without interference from the operating system or potential malware.

Requirement: A working recovery environment

• Check Windows Recovery Environment: Before starting the recovery process, O&O DiskImage checks whether a functioning Windows recovery environment is available. This environment is crucial, as it serves as the foundation for launching the recovery mode.

Recovery Steps:

1. Launch O&O DiskImage:
   Open the software and navigate to the System Recovery section.

2. Check recovery environment:
   The program will automatically verify the availability and functionality of the Windows recovery environment. This check ensures that all necessary components for a recovery are present.

3. Integrate Fortress Mode:

   • Integration: Select the Integrate option to add O&O DiskImage’s Fortress Mode to the recovery environment. This enables advanced security and recovery options.
   • Restart the PC: Once all settings are reviewed and configured, restart your PC to begin the recovery process. Your system will now boot into recovery mode with Fortress Mode enabled.

Using the dedicated recovery environment and O&O DiskImage’s Fortress Mode integration allows for a reliable and secure system restoration. This minimizes the risk of data loss and ensures your PC is quickly back in working condition.

What is the Fortress Mode and how do I use it? Fortress Mode is a unique feature in O&O DiskImage 21 Premium Edition that provides maximum isolation and security when performing backups.

When enabled, Fortress Mode allows the software to run in a completely isolated Windows environment, ensuring that backups are created without interference from other applications or processes. This isolation makes it possible to perform forensic-level backups, capturing an exact image of the current state of all system storage sectors.

You have two ways to use Fortress Mode:

Integration into the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE): Fortress Mode can be integrated into your system’s recovery environment, allowing you to launch O&O DiskImage directly from your PC, even if the main Windows OS is not functioning properly.

ootable Medium Creation: You can also create a bootable USB or CD/DVD containing O&O DiskImage. This lets you boot the software externally and perform backups or restorations independently of the installed operating system.

Both options provide full flexibility—whether you’re restoring your original system or transferring your backup to new hardware.

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