fbackup log hangs

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frustrated70
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Post by frustrated70 »

using FBackup Version 4.5 Build 229.

just bought new Verbatim external hard dreve.
FBackup works ok and does the job until the end when it ask whether I wish to see log.

If I say Yes or No, FBackup just sits there and although I can move the cursor, cannot close Fbackup or any part of system. Can only shut down by Windows XP Task Manager. I get the box saying FBackup not responding. I have to restart computer to get things back to normal.
If I use a competitors backup program, problem doesnt occur.
Any advice


Adrian (Softland)
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Post by Adrian (Softland) »

Hi,
How large is the log file?

To find it, go to View->Job Logs->Open log folder.

Do you know you can monitor your backups remotely with Backup4all Monitor? You can read more here: https://www.backup4all.com/backup4all-monitor.html

frustrated70
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Post by frustrated70 »

Log folder shows 58MB!! seems very large?


Adrian (Softland)
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Post by Adrian (Softland) »

Hi,
For Notepad, that seems to be very large. Please try to use EditPad Lite or Notepad++

Do you know you can monitor your backups remotely with Backup4all Monitor? You can read more here: https://www.backup4all.com/backup4all-monitor.html

frustrated70
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Post by frustrated70 »

Hi

I've just found out why the Log Folder is so large. It seems I backed up everthing apart from Windows itself. So a real everything apart from the kitchen sink. I think that explains the problem.