Securely backup your disks with Acronis True Image 2011 - Tutorial 1 - Install Acronis True Image

Last updated September 7, 2010 3:55 PM

Please note, This tutorial is for Acronis True Image 2011. If you are using the latest version of the software, True Image 2012, click here.

Acronis True Image continues to go from strength to strength and the new 2011 update brings even more powerful new features. In this tutorial, we'll show you how you can install this powerful program. First of all we need to download the latest version of the software. Download the latest version directly from Acronis by clicking this link. Save the file to your desktop or somewhere where you can easily access it. When the download is complete, double click on the file or choose open in your browsers download manager to start the installation process. Windows Vista and Windows 7 users will need to enter their administrator password and/or click on "Yes" if user account control prompts them to grant permission to install the software.

The following window will then appear:-

The installer will automatically connect to the internet (if possible) and check for an updated version of the software. If an update is available, download it by clicking the link and following the on-screen instructions. Otherwise, click on "Install Acronis True Image Home" at the top of the window. The following window will then be displayed:-

Click "Next >". The following window will then appear:-

Scroll down to read the license agreement and if you agree, choose "I accept this agreement" and then click on "Next >". The following window will then be displayed:-

The ACEP program collects anonymous information as you use the program. This information is sent back to Acronis for research purposes and to help Acronis to improve future versions of the software. Generally, it is safe to participate in this program. If you are concerned about the possibility of private information being sent to Acronis by mistake, choose "No, I do not want to participate in the ACEP".

Once you have made your decision, click on "Next >". The following window will then be displayed:-

If you have already purchased a serial number, enter it into the text box here. The easiest way to do so is by copying and pasting it in. If you need a serial number, click here to purchase one.

If you do not have a serial number yet, choose "Install the trial version" instead. The software will work in trial mode with almost all functionality enabled, for a period of 30 days.

Click on "Next >" when you have entered the serial number or opted to use the trial version. The following window will then appear:-

Expert users can choose a customised installation on this window, for this tutorial we will be using the "Typical" installation. Click on "Typical" and then click "Next >". The following window will then appear:-

If you have several user accounts on your PC, you can choose to make the software available to all user accounts, or only for the account that is currently in use. If you are not sure, choose "Install for all users that share this computer". When you have made your decision, click on "Next >". The following window will be displayed:-

The installer now gives you the opportunity to review your settings. If you are happy with your selections, click on "Proceed". The following window will then be shown:-

Installation is now complete. Click on "Close". The following window will now appear:-

You must now restart your computer. Click on "Reboot" to restart your PC. Once your computer is restarted, you can move directly to our next tutorial.

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