Employee Data Backup Instructions

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Exporting Your Web Browser Bookmarks

Before your computer is replaced or updated, please export and save any important browser bookmarks to your network H:\ drive. Saving files to your H:\ drive ensures they remain accessible from any university computer you log into using your W# credentials, including when connected through the VPN.

Google Chrome

  1. Open Chrome.
  2. In the upper-right corner, select the three-dot menu.
  3. Choose Bookmarks > Bookmark Manager.
  4. In the Bookmark Manager, select the three-dot menu again.
  5. Click Export Bookmarks.
  6. Save the exported file to your H:\ Drive.

Mozilla Firefox

  1. Open Firefox.
  2. Select the Library button, then choose Bookmarks.
  3. Scroll down and select Show All Bookmarks.
  4. In the Library window, select Import and Backup from the toolbar.
  5. Choose Export Bookmarks to HTML.
  6. Save the exported file to your H:\ Drive.

Microsoft Edge

  1. Open Microsoft Edge.
  2. Select the Favorites/Star icon in the upper-right corner.
  3. In the Favorites window, select the three-dot menu.
  4. Choose Export Favorites.
  5. Save the exported file to your H:\ Drive.

Backing Up Local Files

Files saved directly to your computer’s local C:\ drive will not automatically transfer to a new device. Before your computer is replaced or serviced, please copy any important files to your H:\ drive.

Your H:\ drive is available through File Explorer and can be accessed from any university computer when logged in with your W# credentials. It is also accessible while connected to the university VPN.

Common Locations to Review

Please check the following locations for files you may want to keep:

  • Desktop
  • Documents
  • Downloads
  • Music
  • Pictures
  • Videos

Moving Files to Your H:\ Drive

  1. Open File Explorer.
  2. Navigate to the folder containing your files.
  3. Select the files or folders you would like to keep.
  4. Copy the selected items.
  5. Open your H:\ drive in File Explorer.
  6. Paste the files into the desired folder on your H:\ drive.

Taking a few minutes to back up bookmarks and local files can help prevent accidental data loss and ensure a smoother transition to your updated computer.