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Check Save backup files to a unique subfolder if you want Norton Ghost to
create a new subfolder that will serve as your backup destination.
Note: The new subfolder is given the same name as your computer. For
example, if your computer name is "MyLaptop", the new subfolder would be
named \MyLaptop.
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Enter a path to a folder where you want to store recovery points and file and
folder backup data, or click Browse to look for a location.
You cannot use an encrypted folder as your backup destination. If you want
to encrypt your backup data to prevent another user from accessing it, refer
to the Advanced options when you define or edit a backup.
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If you entered the path to a location on a network, enter the user name and
password required to authenticate to the network.
7 Click OK.
Adjusting the effects of a backup on computer performance
If you are working on your computer when a backup is running—especially one
that is creating an independent recovery point—your computer might slow down.
This is because Norton Ghost is using your computer's hard disk and memory
resources to perform the backup.
However, you can actually modify the speed of the backup as a way of minimizing
the impact of Norton Ghost on your computer while you work.
To adjust the default effect of a backup on my computer's performance
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On the main menu bar, click Tasks > Options.
2
Click Performance.
3
If you want to improve your computer's speed performance, move the slider
bar closer to Slow.
4
If you want the backup to complete more quickly, move the slider bar closer
to Fast.
5
Click OK.
Note: During a backup or recovery, you'll have the option of overriding this default
setting to fit your needs at that moment.
See “Adjusting the speed of a backup ” on page 85.
37 Getting Started
Configuring Norton Ghost default options