[Ham-Computers] Backing up System Drive

[Ralph Daniels]

Hi All,

Firstly, let me thank the administrators who provide this Group and all its contributors, especially Aaron, NN6O.

Specifically, my PC's are all set up with drive C: containing only the XP OS and application programs and drive E: (a non-system drive) for Folders/Files only. When drive C: goes defective it can be replaced in several minutes but the re-loading of the OS and applications can take several hours. 

My question is if drive C: could be totally backed up on drive E: thus allowing a quick restore for a failed drive C. There is ample storage available on E: but does the fact of it being a non-sytem disk prevent this?

I am sure this has been answered a million times before so thanks for your patience!

Ralph Daniels, N1SK
Clearwater, FL