How do I set up my PC Backup service when a Windows Installer error message is displayed?
There is a known issue when setting up PC Backup for Windows Vista users. This is currently in the process of being resolved.
However, you can do the following to fix it:
- Click on this link:
https://dc.netstore.net/ssws/faces/login.jsp
An Internet browser will open and take you to a page where you can log in. - In the Email Address field, enter your email address.
- In the Password field, enter your password.
- Click on either of the Reinstall Agent links:
- Click on the Download Software button:

- Click on the Begin Download button:

The File Download dialog is displayed. - Click on the Run button. This will start your service download and the Internet Explorer – Security Warning dialog is displayed.
- Click on the Run button to verify the publisher:

BT PC Backup will now begin to install and the BT PC Backup Agent Installer dialog is displayed. - Click on the Next button:

Your account number is displayed and if you want to back up files from multiple computers, you must register an account and download an Agent for each computer. - Click on the Browse button and select a folder for the installation program to be downloaded to.
- Click on the Next button.
- Once the installation is complete, click on the Finish button to close the BT PC Backup Agent Installer dialog.
- Open BT PC Backup. The BT PC Backup Agent dialog is displayed.
- In the Password field, enter your BT PC Backup password:

- Click on the OK button. This will synchronise your account and validate your password.
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Select the Backup Set tab from the menu:

- Select the folders you want to back up.
- Click on the Back Up Now button. You have now backed up your files.


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