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Traveler
Wrapped in a Durable Aluminum Chassis, the Traveler easily connects to your PC or MAC with its slim USB connector that swings out from one side.
Available in 16GB, 32GB, 64GB capacities. Backing up all your files has never been easier.
Please note that this product is no longer available.
KEY BACKUP FEATURES :
Patented Easy Run automatically backs up your photos, videos, music and other personal files
Automatically finds and organizes your photos and all other personal files for backup
View all backed up photos and other personal files just like on your original computer
Your complete personal file backup and photos can be easily transferred to a new computer
Traveler User Guide for Mac - English
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Q.01013. Why does the Clickfree software not launch?
The Clickfree software does not launch successfully.
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One or both of the Clickfree drives may not be detected, or the Clickfree may not be receiving enough power.
Ensure the Clickfree device is receiving enough power:- Depending on the product; the Clickfree may come with a USB cable, a USB Y-cable, and/or an AC adaptor
- Ensure that these are in use if they came with your product
Try plugging your Clickfree into different USB ports:- If using a desktop, use the USB ports located at the back of the computer. These ports generally supply more power than the USB ports located at the front
- USB hubs are not supported. The Clickfree must be connected directly to the computer
If your Clickfree was supplied with an AC adaptor, try plugging it into a different power outlet:- The LEDs on the Clickfree will light up when powered ON
Check that both drives named Clickfree_System and CF_Storage exist- If both drives do not appear, the Clickfree software will not function correctly
How to check for Clickfree_System and CF_Storage in Windows:- a. Close any open applications
- b. Click on the Start button in Windows
- c. Click on Computer (or My Computer)
d. Plug your Clickfree into USB- e. Under the section Drives with removable storage: two drives should appear on the desktop named Clickfree_System and CF_Storage
How to check for Clickfree_System and CF_Storage in Mac OS X:- a. Close any open applications
- b. Navigate to the desktop
- c. Plug your Clickfree into USB
- d. Two drives should appear on the desktop named Clickfree_System and CF_Storage
- Note: if either Clickfree_System or CF_Storage do not appear, the Clickfree may not function correctly. See this FAQ for further troubleshooting.
- e. Double-click on Clickfree_System, the Clickfree software should launch
Q.01014. Why can't I launch the Clickfree software?
The Clickfree drives Clickfree_System and CF_Storage are not detected.
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The Clickfree software needs both drives (storage drive and virtual CD-ROM) to be detected in order to work correctly.
This may occur when the Clickfree isn't receiving enough power, isn't detected by the computer, or is missing drive letter assignments.
How to check for and assign missing drive letters in Windows:
- 1. Using your keyboard, press both the Windows key + R key at the same time
- 2. A window named Run will appear. In this window, type diskmgmt.msc
3. Press the Enter key on your keyboard, a window named Disk Management will appear- 4. Check to see if Clickfree_System and CF_Storage are present. At this point, you may notice that neither Clickfree_System nor CF_Storage have a drive letter assigned.
In order to function correctly, both Clickfree_System and CF_Storage will need to have drive letters assigned to them.
How to assign drive letters to your Clickfree: - a. Using your mouse, right-click on CF_Storage, a context menu should appear
- b. Select Change Drive Letter and Paths
c. Click on the Add button- d. Select Assign the following drive letter
- e. Click on the drop-down list and choose a letter
f. Click on the OK button- g. Right-click on Clickfree_System
- h. Assign a drive letter to Clickfree_System using the steps above
5. Power OFF your computer- 6. Disconnect the Clickfree device from USB
- 7. Power ON your computer
- 8. Once the computer is fully powered ON, plug the Clickfree back into USB
- 9. The Clickfree should be detected by your computer
Q.01015. Why can't I launch the Clickfree software?
The Clickfree software does not launch, CF_Storage does not appear in My Computer.
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The Clickfree software needs both drives (storage drive and virtual CD-ROM) to be detected in order to work correctly. See below on how to troubleshoot this issue:
This may occur when the Clickfree isn't receiving enough power, isn't detected by the computer, or is missing drive letter assignments.
How to check for and assign missing drive letters in Windows:
- 1. Using your keyboard, press both the Windows key + R key at the same time
- 2. A window named Run will appear. In this window, type diskmgmt.msc
3. Press the Enter key on your keyboard, a window named Disk Management will appear- 4. Check to see if Clickfree_System and CF_Storage are present. At this point, you may notice that "Clickfree_System" has a drive letter assigned, but "CF_Storage" does not. In order to function correctly, both Clickfree_System and CF_Storage will need to have drive letters assigned to them.
How to assign drive letters to your Clickfree: - a. Using your mouse, right-click on CF_Storage, a context menu should appear
- b. Select Change Drive Letter and Paths
- c. Click on the Add button
- d. Select Assign the following drive letter
- e. Click on the drop-down list and choose a letter
- f. Click on the OK button
5. Power OFF your computer- 6. Disconnect the Clickfree device from USB
- 7. Power ON your computer
- 8. Once the computer is fully powered ON, plug the Clickfree back into USB
- 9. The Clickfree should be detected by your computer
Q.01017. Why can't I launch the Clickfree software?
The Clickfree software does not launch, Clickfree_System does not appear in My Computer.
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The Clickfree software needs both drives (storage drive and virtual CD-ROM) to be detected in order to work correctly.
This may occur when the Clickfree isn't receiving enough power, isn't detected by the computer, or there's an issue with the device drivers that are loaded.
Check device manager to see if there are any driver issues:
- a. Using your keyboard, press both the Windows key + R key at the same time
- b. A window named Run will appear. In this window, type devmgmt.msc
- c. Press the Enter key on your keyboard, a window named Device Manager should appear
- d. Click on DVD/CD-ROM drives
- e. Check to see if any of the items in this category have a
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An exclamation, X, or question mark icon may indicate an issue with the generic DVD/CD-ROM drivers that come with your operating system. Please contact your computer manufacturer to help resolve the driver issue.- To confirm the driver issue with your DVD/CD-ROM drive, try inserting a DVD or CD-ROM disc into your DVD/CD-ROM drive. Typically, the disc cannot be read.
- The Clickfree virtual CD-ROM (Clickfree_System) relies on the generic Microsoft DVD/CD-ROM driver working correctly. If this driver isn't working, is missing, or is corrupted, the Clickfree's virtual CD-ROM will not work.
Q.01018. How do I customize what file types or folders the Clickfree backs up?
Customizing the Clickfree backup settings.
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Depending on your operating system, the Clickfree backs up specific file types, folders and/or drives.
How to customize the Clickfree backup using Mac OS X:
- a. Plug your Clickfree into USB
- b. Launch the Clickfree software
- c. Click on the Options button
- d. Click on the Options tab
- e. Select the Select this option to backup your personal data by category radio option
- f. Click on the Advanced button
- g. Click on the Plus (+) button
- h. Select the folders that you want to backup
- i. Select the OK button
Note: By default, the Clickfree only backs up the contents of your User home folder. If you want to backup files located in other folders, you'll need to add these folders using the steps above. Correct user permissions are required to access folders outside of your home folder.
How to customize the Clickfree backup using Windows:
- a. Plug your Clickfree into USB
- b. Launch the Clickfree software
- c. Click on the Options button
- d. Click on the Change Backup Settings button
- e. Select the types of files you want to backup
- If you want to add a custom file type or extension, click on the Add File Type button
- 1. Click on the Next button
- 2. Choose the Search selected folders only radio option
- 3. Select the folders you want to backup
- If you want to exclude folders or drives from backup, ensure that the folders are NOT checked off in this list.
- You can add external drives or mapped network drives (that are currently connected and recognized by Windows) to the backup by checking off the drives that appear in this list.
- f. Click on the Next button
- g. Finish the rest of the backup wizard
Note: The Clickfree C6 will backup the entire contents of all internal hard drives, so this type of customization will not be available. Unfortunately, the Clickfree C6 does not support backing up of external hard drives or mapped network drives. Correct user permissions are required to access folders outside of your user folder
Q.01019. How do I perform a restore?
Restoring data using the Clickfree.
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Restoring to the default restore locations in Windows:
- By default, when performing a restore; the Clickfree will attempt to restore to the same folders where it backed up the original files. This is ideal if both the computer and operating system are the same, with the same users, and the same applications already installed on the computer.
How can I perform a restore?- a. Plug the Clickfree into USB
- b. Launch the Clickfree software
- c. Click on the Restore/Transfer button
- d. Select Advanced Restore
- e. Select the categories you want to restore
- f. Click on the Next button
- g. Select Clickfree will automatically restore my files to their original locations
- h. Click on the Start Restore button
- i. Once the restore is complete, the files will be located in the same folder locations as the original.
Restoring to a custom restore location in Windows:
- Although not required, customizing where the data is restored to allows for greater control. This is ideal for when the computer, operating system, users, and/or installed applications are different than the original computer. If you're unsure of where the files will be restored to, then this option should also be selected.
- How can I change where Clickfree restores to?
- a. Plug the Clickfree into USB
- b. Launch the Clickfree software
- c. Click on the Restore/Transfer button
- d. Select the computer backup you want to restore from
- e. Select Advanced Restore
- f. Select the categories you want to restore
- g. Click on the Next button
- h. Select I will choose a specific location to restore my files to
- i. Click on the Start Restore button
- Once the restore is complete, the files will be located in the folder: C:\Clickfree restored files\
- From here, you can move the files around to a custom location if needed
Restoring from backup in Mac OS X:
- By default, when performing a restore; the Clickfree will attempt to restore to the folder named Restored Files in your home directory. Regardless if you're restoring from the same computer, with the same operating system or not, the Clickfree will restore to this folder.
- How can I perform a restore in Mac OS X?
- a. Plug the Clickfree into USB
- b. Launch the Clickfree software
- c. Click on the Restore/Transfer button
- d. Select the computer backup you want to restore from
- e. Select the categories you want to restore
- f. Click on the Next button
- g. Click on the Start Restore button
- h. Once the restore is complete, the files will be located in the Restored files folder located in your user Home folder
- i. From here, you can move the files around to a custom location if needed
Q.01020. How do I delete a file from the Clickfree backup?
Delete a file that has already been backed up.
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While this is not usually recommended, you can delete a file from backup by performing the steps below. Deleting a file from the Clickfree backup will not affect the original version of the file that exists on your computer.
How to delete a file from backup:
- a. Plug the Clickfree into USB
- b. Launch the Clickfree software
- c. Click on the Viewer button
- d. Select the computer you want to delete files from
- e. Select a category
- f. Right-click on the file you want to delete
- g. Select Delete this file
- h. Confirm if you want to include this file in the next backup
- i. Click on the Yes button to confirm deletion
Note: Deleting a file from backup is not supported in the Mac OS X version of the Clickfree software. Deleting a file from a Clickfree C6 backup is not supported.
Q.01025. The Clickfree application is still running in the background, how do I force close it?
Ending Clickfree processes manually.
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Depending on the product and operating system (OS) used, the application or process names may vary. See below for additional information.
What operating system are you using?
How to manually quit the Clickfree software in Windows:
- Close any open Clickfree Windows
- Right-click on the time and date located at the bottom right of your computer, a context menu will appear
- Select Start Task Manager
- Select the Processes tab
- Click Show processes from all users on the bottom left (administrator rights are required)
- Click on the column header called Image Name to sort the list alphabetically by image name
- Depending on your product, there may be several Clickfree related applications running in the background. You will need to manually quit these applications which may be named:
- CFAgent.exe
- FibReminder.exe
- FIBGui.exe
- FibPGuard.exe
- FullImagingService.exe
- OfficeGuardian.exe
- SACNetAgent.exe
- SACReminder.exe
- StartClickfreeBackup.exe
- To manually end these processes, try the following:
- Select the image name (from the list above)
- Click on the End Process button
- Click on the End Process button in the new window that appears to confirm
How to manually quit the Clickfree software in Mac:
- Close any open Clickfree Windows
- Click on Spotlight (magnifying glass icon) located at the top right corner, next to the time and date. A search field will appear.
- In Spotlight, type: Activity Monitor
- A list of results will appear. Select Activity Monitor from the Applications section
- Click on the column header called Process Name to sort the list alphabetically by image name
- Depending on your product, there may be several Clickfree related applications running in the background. You will need to manually quit these applications which may be named:
- CFAgent
- Clickfree
- Clickfree Backup Assistant
- Clickfree BackupLink
- OfficeGuardian
- SACNetAgent
- SACReminder
- To manually end these processes, try the following:
- Select the process name (from the list above)
- Click on the Quit Process button
- Click on the Force Quit button
Q.01026. How do I erase the data on my Clickfree?
Erasing data on Clickfree
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Erasing all of your data on the Clickfree requires the Clickfree's storage drive to be formatted. See below for additional infomation.
There are a few methods to erasing data on the Clickfree device:
- Erase data completely by performing a Master Reset
- Erase data completely by formatting your Clickfree in Windows
- Erase data completely by formatting your Clickfree in Mac OS X
- Erase an individual computer from your backup
- Erase individual files from your backup
Erase data completely by performing a Master Reset:
- Plug your Clickfree into USB
- Launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Options button
- Click on the Tools tab
- Click on the Master Reset button
- Enable the Yes, I want to reset my Clickfre Backup device checkbox
- Click on the Reset button
- Note: If you plan to use the Clickfree for both Mac and PC, perform the Master Reset from a Windows computer.
Erase data completely by formatting your Clickfree in Windows:
- Close any open Clickfree Windows
- Press the Start button
- Select Computer or My Computer
- Right-click on CF_Storage
- Select Format
- From the file system drop-down list, select NTFS
- Click on the Start button
- Click on the OK button
- Note: If you plan to use the Clickfree for both Mac and PC, perform the format from a Windows computer using the NTFS file system
Erase data completely by formatting your Clickfree in Mac OS X:
- Close any open Clickfree Windows
- Click on Spotlight (magnifying glass icon) located at the top right corner, next to the time and date. A search field will appear.
- In Spotlight, type: Disk Utility
- A list of results will appear. Select Disk Utility from the Applications section
- Plug your Clickfree into USB, wait a few moments for the application to recognize the Clickfree
- Click on Clickfree Backup Media
- Select the Erase tab
- Click on the Format drop-down, select: Mac OS Extended (Journaled)
- Click on the Erase button
- Note: Using this method to format the Clickfree will prevent Windows from detecting the Clickfree.
Erase an individual computer from your backup:
- Plug your Clickfree into USB
- Launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Options button
- Select the computer you want to delete from backup
- Click on the Remove PC button.
- Enable the Yes, I want to remove this data checkbox
- Click on the Remove button. Depending on how much data was backed up, this process may take some time.
Erase individual files from your backup (Windows only):
- Plug the Clickfree into USB
- Launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Viewer button
- Select a category
- Right-click on the file you want to delete
- Select Delete Selected file(s) or Delete this file
- Note: The Clickfree C6 does not support deleting individual files from backup.
Q.01028. How do I know I'm the administrator for this computer?
Verifying administrator priviledges on your computer.
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Admin rights are needed to use the Clickfree. See below on how you can determine if you're an administrator for the computer.
What operating system are you using?
How to tell if you're the administrator in Windows XP:
- Press the Start button
- Select Control Panel
- Click on Switch to Classic View. Depending on your current view, this option may not be available.
- Double-click on User Accounts
- Your user name will state if you're the: Administrator, Limited Account, or Guest
How to tell if you're the administrator in Windows Vista, Windows 7:
- Press the Start button
- Select Control Panel
- From the View by drop-down list, select Small Icons. Depending on your current view, this option may already be selected
- Click on User Accounts
- Your user name will state if you're the: Administrator, Normal User, or Guest
How to tell if you're the administrator in Mac OS X:
- Click on the Apple icon
- Select System Preferences
- Click on Users & Groups
- Select your account
- Your user name will state if you're the: Admin, Standard, Sharing Only, or Managed
What happens if I'm using Clickfree at my workplace?
If you typically log onto a Domain when using your Work/Corporate computer: consult with your local IT group to see if Clickfree will work for you. Most Domain Group Policies will not allow for Clickfree to work in a corporate environment.
Q.01029. How do I know my files were backed up?
Viewing backed up files.
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If you want to ensure that your files have been backed up, see below.
- Plug your Clickfree into USB
- Launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the View Files button (depending on your product, this button may also be called Viewer)
- If a backup was performed successfully, the View Files button will be visible
- From the Current PC drop-down list, select your computer
- From Backup Summary: Click on a category such as Photos
- Check to see if your files are present in the backup
Note: If you can't find your files by following the steps above, your files may exist on more than one backup that the Clickfree has performed. Try clicking on the Current PC drop-down list, and choose another PC (if more than one appears). See if the files exist in that backup.
If you find that your files are not visible when following the above steps, there may be a few issues:
- The files may not have been backed up, or may have been deleted
- You may be viewing the wrong computer, if multiple computers have been backed up
- You may have only backed up one computer, but the Clickfree software may have created a new backup. As a result, you might be viewing the wrong backup
Q.01000. Why does my Clickfree get stuck at the searching or backup phase?
Unable to complete a backup.
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This may occur due to a 3rd party software conflict, which prevents Clickfree from accessing certain files on your computer.
To troubleshoot this issue, try the following:
- Ensure the Clickfree software is up to date
- Restart your computer
- Close any programs that are currently running in the background
- Add Clickfree to the exception list for any anti-virus, security, or spyware applications; or temporarily disable these applications during the backup
Note: Depending on the performance of your computer and the amount of data that needs to be backed up; the Clickfree may require some time to complete this task.
Q.01001. Can I backup an external drive with my Clickfree?
Backing up external hard drives.
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Under most circumstances, the Clickfree is able to backup external hard drives and flash drives
What operating system are you using?
By default, Clickfree does not include external hard drives during the backup process. Here's how you can include the backup of your external drives:
- Ensure your external hard drive(s) are connected and recognized by your computer
- Plug your Clickfree into USB and launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Options button
- Click on the Change Backup Settings button
- Click on the Next button to skip Step 1
- Select Search selected folder only
- Select the external hard drives you want to include in the backup
Note:Clickfree C6 is capable of backing up internal drives, and does not have the ability to backup external drives.
- Ensure your external hard drive(s) are connected and recognized by your computer
- Plug your Clickfree into USB and launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Options button
- Select Select this option to backup your personal data by category
- Click on the Advanced button
- Click on the Plus (+) button
- Select the external hard drive that you want to include in the backup
- Click on the Open button
- Click on the OK button
Q.01002. What does the Clickfree backup?
File extensions backed up by Clickfree
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Clickfree will backup your personal data. If you're using a Clickfree C6, your computer's internal hard drives will be backed up.
Clickfree C1, C2, C2N, or C2 Wireless (C3) will backup your personal data (such as music, photos, documents, etc).
Clickfree C6 has the ability to create an entire backup of your computer, which includes personal data, applications, and operating system files.
When using a Clickfree C1, C2, C2N, or C3, the following file types will be backed up by default:
| Category | Extensions |
| Text Documents | docx; dotx; docm; dotm; rtf; doc; dot; wpd; wps; wcm; wpt; txt; wri; ps; pdf; odt; ott; lwp; bk0; bk1; bk2; bk3; bk4; bk5; bk6; bk7; bk8; prc; pdb; lit; hwp; gul |
| Spreadsheets | xlsx; xlsm; xlsb; xltx; xltm; xlt; xls; xlam; xla; qpw; wks; wk1; wk3; wk4; 123; ods; ots; dif; xlr |
| Presentations | pptx; potx; ppsx; ppam; pptm; ppt; potm; pot; ppsm; ppa; pps; shw; odp; otp; prz |
| Photos | cam; cr2; crw; dcr; j2c; j2k; jfi; jfif; jif; jp2; jpe; jpeg; jpg; jpx; k25; kdc; kqp; mrw; nef; orf; pef; pmp; raf; raw; srf; thm; tmaf; arw; bay; bmq; cex; cmp; cs1; dng; emz; erf; j6i; jpc; jpf; mdc; mef; mfw; mos; pbm; pdd; pfm; pgm; rdc; sr2; wbm; wbmp; x3f |
| Artwork and Drawings | ai; ait; ani; art; att; b3d; bmp; can; cdr; cdt; cgm; clp; cmt; cpt; cur; dcx; dds; dib; djvu; drw; drz; dwg; dxf; emf; epsf; eps; fax; fi; fmf; fpx; fxo; fxs; g3; g3n; gif; gmf; grb; gro; gsm; gtif; hpi; icb; icl; ico; ilbm; img; indd; indt; iw44; lbm; lwi; mac; macp; mix; mng; mpnt; ncr; ngg; nlm; nol; paint; pat; pcd; pct; pcx; php; pict; pmd; pmg; png; pnm; pnt; pntg; pp4; pp5; ppm; prm; psd; psp; pspimage; pub; qti; qxd; qxt; rgb; rle; rppm; sci; sgi; svg; svg2; targa; tga; tif; tiff; vda; vdx; vsd; vss; vst; vsx; vtx; wmf; wpg; msp; wmz; mod; pdp; pdl; 3ds; tcw; slddrw; odg; srw; sb1; sb2; sb3; afd |
| Music | 669; aa; aac; aif; aifc; aiff; amf; amr; apl; au; bwf; cda; cdda; dcm; far; flac; .ipa; .it; itz; kar; m3u; m3url; m4a; m4b; m4p; m4r; mdz; mid; midi; miz; mka; .mp1; mp2; mp2v; mp3; mpga; mpv2; mtm; nsa; nst; ogg; okt; pls; qcp; ra; rmi; s3m; s3z; sd2; shn; snd; stm; stz; ult; ulw; voc; wav; wax; wma; wpl; xm; xpl; lpcm; nfo; oog; pcm; ram; rmp; fol; mbx; itl |
| Video | 3g2; 3gp; 3gp2; 3gpp; amc; asf; asx; avi; cin; dv; flc; ivf; m15; m1v; m2p; m2v; m4e; m4v; m75; mov; mp4; mpe; mpeg; mpg; mpm; mpv; mswmm; nsv; ogm; qt; qtl; qts; rm; rmvb; rp; rt; rts; rtsp; rv; sdv; smi; smil; sml; ssm; swf; vfw; wm; wmd; wmv; wmx; wvx; xmz; mkv; 264; 26L; AVC; EVO; FLV; H264; JSV; JVT; M2TS; MTS; VOB; VOF |
| Financial | mbf; mny; myo; qel; ofc; q00; q01; q02; q03; q04; q05; q06; q07; q08; q09; q98; qba; qbb; qbi; qbw; qbx; qdb; qdf; qdt; qif; qph; t01; t02; t03; t04; t05; t06; ta0; ta1; ta2; ta3; ta4; ta5; ta8; ta9; tax; 51sdb; ptb; ptdb; qtx; qsd; qph; qel; qdf; idx; qbk |
| E-mail Files | dbx; eml; msg; oft; pbx; pst; wab; NK2; Mozilla Thunderbird; Eudora; Pegasus Mail; The Bat; Contact; Group |
| Favorite Websites | adr; url; json; |
| Other | scx; thmx; csv; dbf; xps; mpp; mpt; zip; rar; acp; ptm; mps; dat; aba; mpa; tda; one; onepkg; dra; nwv; ftw; fdr; hmk; kml; kmz; gcf; ybk; ymg; yps; xml; est; stt; ftw; stw; adp; adn; accdb; accdr; accdt; mdb; mda; mdt; mdw; mdf; mde; accde; mam; maq; mar; mat; maf; GED; FTM; FBK; FBC; DTA; DT5; DT6; CDX; FPT; 001; 7Z; ARC; ARJ; BAK; BAT; BZ2; CAB; CPIO; GZ; LZH; RPM; db; adf; dic; mmp; mpw; mpd; mpx; pad; pdt; psw; pwi; pwd; sldm; sldx; svgz; vsw; wdb; wpf; wtf; xlb; xll; xlw; xsn; chm; css; htm; html; js; mht; mhtml; jbk; or6; fdx; tpg; sig; pix; ffl; bc; cer; crf; env; gfx; pc; sgn; |
Note: If there's a file type missing from this list, you can add your own custom extensions for the Clickfree to backup by following this FAQ.
Q.01003. What happens if I'm using Clickfree when my computer has a virus?
My computer is infected with a virus.
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There are several scenarios where a virus may adversely affect the usage of your Clickfree
Will Clickfree backup any viruses on my computer?
- Depending on the product used (C1, C2, C2N, C3), the Clickfree copies your personal data from your computer. If a virus is disguised as one of the types of data that Clickfree backs up; then Clickfree may copy this virus to the backup.
- Some Clickfree products (C6) create a complete or full backup of your computer, which includes applications and system files. If any of these files are infected, the Clickfree may include these files during the backup.
- This applies to both new and incremental backups across all products.
Will Clickfree copy viruses back to my computer during a restore?
- Yes. This is possible, as the Clickfree itself does not scan for viruses.
- If a backup is infected with a virus, this may be copied over to your computer during a restore.
- An up to date anti-virus application may possibly prevent the copying of the infected file(s) back to your computer.
How can I remove a virus from my computer or Clickfree backup?
- Update your anti-virus software and perform a scan on the Clickfree's storage drive. You may need to consult your anti-virus application's user manual on how to perform this action.
- Try performing a scan on the Clickfree from a computer that isn't infected with a virus
- If an uninfected backup was successfully performed with a Clickfree C6, you can perform a restore of your computer's internal hard drives using Clickfree's EasyFix feature.
Q.01024. How do I restore files from my Clickfree backup?
Restoring files from your Clickfree.
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Depending on your product, there are a few ways to restore from backup. See below for additional information.
There are various methods for restoring your data to choose from. Depending on your needs, please read about and select the appropriate method that's best for you.
- Restore to default locations in Windows
- Restore to a folder of your choosing in Windows
- Re-image your entire computer
- Restore to a computer using Mac OS X
Restore to default locations in Windows
- Choose the option Clickfree will automatically restore my files to their original locations if both the computer and operating system are the same, with the same users, and the same applications already installed on the computer
- All files will be restore to their original locations
- When using this option, it's best to know where these files originally existed to begin with
- How can I perform a restore?
- Plug the Clickfree into USB
- Launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Restore/Transfer button
- Select Advanced Restore
- Select the computer you want to restore from
- Select the categories you want to restore
- Click on the Next button
- Select Clickfree will automatically restore my files to their original locations
- Click on the Start Restore button
- Once the restore is complete, the files will be located in the same folder locations as the original
Restore to a folder of your choosing in Windows
- Choose the option I will choose a specific location to restore my files to if you've upgraded your Operating System, or are using a different computer for restoring
- This is ideal for when the computer, operating system, users, and/or installed applications are different than the original computer
- When restoring to a different operating system, the file and folder layout may be different. When performing a restore, the Clickfree may not place files in the correct location, so this option provides fine control of where you want the files to appear
- Choose this option if you're not sure where to find these files, as you may not have remembered where they originally existed
- If you're unsure of where the files will be restored to, then this option should also be selected
- How can I change where Clickfree restores to?
- Plug the Clickfree into USB
- Launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Restore/Transfer button
- Select the computer you want to restore from
- Select Advanced Restore
- Select the categories you want to restore
- Click on the Next button
- Select I will choose a specific location to restore my files to
- Click on the Start Restore button
- Once the restore is complete, the files will be located in the folder: C:\Clickfree restored files\
- From here, you can move the files around to a custom location if needed
Re-image your entire computer
- This option is only available for the Clickfree C6
- See this article for additional information
Restore to a computer using Mac OS X
- By default, when performing a restore; the Clickfree will attempt to restore to the folder named Restored Files in your home directory. Even if you're restoring from the same computer, with the same operating system or not, the Clickfree will restore to this folder
- How can I perform a restore in Mac OS X?
- Plug the Clickfree into USB
- Launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Restore/Transfer button
- Select the computer backup you want to restore from
- Select the categories you want to restore
- Click on the Next button
- Click on the Start Restore button
- Once the restore is complete, the files will be located in the Restored files folder located in your user Home folder
- From here, you can move the files around to a custom location if needed
Q.01031. Why does the Clickfree display an incorrect drive size in My Computer?
Incorrect drive size is displayed.
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When the Clickfree is plugged into USB, two drives will appear in My Computer or Finder. The size and functionality of these drives are different.

When plugged into USB, the Clickfree device will display two drives in Computer, My Computer, or Finder:
- A virtual CD-ROM device named Clickfree_System will appear
- The size of this drive will typically read 0 bytes free
- The size of the drive itself will be very small (usually less than 200MB)
- This drive contains the Clickfree software
- No files are backed up to this drive
- This drive is read-only and cannot be written to
- The contents of this drive cannot be deleted
- The Clickfree backup software resides on this drive
- A hard drive named CF_Storage will appear
- This drive may sometimes be named removable storage, or Clickfree_Storage
- Depending on your product, the capacity of the drive will always read slightly less than what the box states
- This drive will contain your computer backups
- Performing a format or Master Reset will delete the contents of this drive, and will not wipe out the contents of the virtual CD-ROM
- Depending on the amount of content and number of computers that are backed up, the free space may fill up quickly
- If you run out of space on the Clickfree, you may want to consider freeing space from the Clickfree


Note: In order for the Clickfree to function correctly, both of these drives need to be detected correctly by the computer.
Q.01033. The backup I created no longer appears in the Clickfree software, how can I retrieve my data?
Manually restore data.
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If the backup still exists on the drive, but isn't recognized by the software, you can manually copy the data as follows:
What operating system are you using?
Note: manually restoring data from the Clickfree cannot be performed when using a Clickfree C6.
Manually restoring data from Clickfree using Windows:
- Enable hidden files and folders
- Plug your Clickfree into USB
- If the Clickfree software launches, close Clickfree software window
- Click on Start
- Select Computer or My Computer
- Double-click on the drive named CF_Storage
- Double-click on the folder named S. This folder is normally hidden from view, so be sure to have hidden files and folders enabled.
- Once you open the S folder, keep opening the subsequent S folders. Eventually, you'll notice a folder named Clickfree Backup. Double click on the folder Clickfree Backup
- A list of numbered folders will appear. This represents the different computers that have been backed up by Clickfree. Open one of the numbered folders, you'll notice that the folders here will mimic the file system of the backed up computer. (It may take a few tries to find the correct computer that you're looking for)
- Manually copy/paste the files you want to "restore" to this new computer. Feel free to copy them to any folder of your choosing; this way, you'll know where these files are located
Manually restoring data from Clickfree using Mac OS X:
- Plug your Clickfree into USB
- Launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Options button
- Although the Clickfree application won't be used for this troubleshooting, closing the Clickfree application may force eject the CF_Storage volume
- The Clickfree application needs to remain open during during this process
- Open a Finder window
- From the Devices section of Finder window, click on CF_Storage
- Double-click on the folder named S
- Once you open the S folder, keep opening the subsequent S folders. Eventually, you'll notice a folder named Clickfree Backup. Double click on the folder Clickfree Backup
- A list of numbered folders will appear. This represents the different computers that have been backed up by Clickfree. Open one of the numbered folders, you'll notice that the folders here will mimic the file system of the backed up computer. (It may take a few tries to find the correct computer that you're looking for)
- Manually copy/paste the files you want to "restore" to this new computer. Feel free to copy them to any folder of your choosing; this way, you'll know where these files are located
Q.01034. Why do I receive MAPI errors when performing a backup using Clickfree?
Fixing MAPI errors that appear during backup.
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- Ensure all applications are closed
- Ensure the Clickfree is disconnected from USB
- Click on the Start button
- Select Computer or My Computer
- Double-click on the hard drive where Windows is installed (usually this is named Local Disk C: )
- Double-click on the Windows folder
- Double-click on the System32 folder
- Double-click on the Fixmapi.exe application, a black window will flash on the screen
- Once completed plug the Clickfree into USB
Q.01035. What operating systems can I use with Clickfree?
Operating System Compatibility
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Depending on the product, compatibility with Windows and Mac are as follows:
Clickfree C6 and the Clickfree downloadable software are compatible with:
- Windows XP
- Windows Vista
- Windows 7
All other Clickfree devices (C1, C2, C2N, C3 Wireless, Traveler):
- Windows XP
- Windows Vista
- Windows 7
- Mac OS X 10.5 or higher
Note: Clickfree devices manufactured before 2009 are not compatible with Mac OS X
Q.01036. Can I change the hard drive inside of my Clickfree?
Replaced hard drive.
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Unfortunately, the hard drive contained inside of the Clickfree cannot be replaced with another.
The Clickfree software will only work with the original hard drive. Note that opening your Clickfree will void the warranty.
Q.01037. Why am I prompted to format, erase, or reinitialize my Clickfree when I plug it into the computer?
Checking for file system errors.
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This may occur when a disk error exists on the Clickfree.
When the Clickfree's storage drive contains errors, it may not be properly recognized by the computer or the Clickfree software. Depending on what file system the Clickfree is using, the method for correcting this error will vary.
What operating system are you using?
Performing a disk check from Windows:
- Close any open applications
- Plug the Clickfree into USB
- Close any error messages that may have popped up
- Click on the Start button
- Select Computer or My Computer
- Right-click the drive named CF_Storage, a context menu will appear
- Select Properties
- Select the Tools tab
- Under the section named Error Checking, click on the Check Now button
- Click on the Start button. This process may take some time.
- Repeat the Error Checking process until no problems have been found
- Disconnect the Clickfree from USB, wait 10 seconds
- Plug the Clickfree back into the computer
Performing a disk check from Mac OS X:
- Close any open applications
- Plug the Clickfree into USB
- Close any error messages that may have popped up
- Click on Spotlight (magnifying glass icon) located at the top right corner, next to the time and date. A search field will appear.
- In Spotlight, type: Disk Utility
- A list of results will appear. Select Disk Utility from the Applications section
- Plug your Clickfree into USB, wait a few moments for the application to recognize the Clickfree
- Click on Clickfree Backup Media
- Click on the First Aid tab
- Click on the Repair Disk
- Repeat the Repair Disk pricess until no problems have been found
- Disconnect the Clickfree from USB, wait 10 seconds
- Plug the Clickfree back into the computer
Note: When performing an error check on a Clickfree that is formatted using the NTFS file system, the error check must be performed on a Windows computer. Mac OS X does not have the ability to correct any NTFS file system errors when using the Disk Utility application.
Q.01038. How do I properly eject the Clickfree from USB?
Safely remove Clickfree from the computer.
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To avoid potential disk errors, safely removing or unmounting the Clickfree from your computer is important. Depending on your operating system, the procedure will vary.
What operating system are you using?
Safely eject Clickfree from Windows
- Close any open Clickfree applications
- Right-click on the Safely Eject icon located in the system tray, a context menu will appear
- Select your Clickfree drive (depending on the model used, the name of the device may vary)
- Wait a few moments, a message will appear stating when to unplug the Clickfree from USB
- Disconnect the Clickfree from USB
Safely eject Clickfree from Mac OS X
- Close any open Clickfree applications
- From the desktop, click-and-drag Clickfree_System to the trash
- Click-and-drag CF_Storage to the trash
- Alternatively, to eject the drives from the computer, you can simply press-and-hold the Control key while clicking on the drive; then select Eject
- Disconnect the Clickfree from USB
Q.01039. Why is my Clickfree not detected by my computer?
The Clickfree software does not launch.
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This may occur when on or more of the Clickfree drives are not detected by the computer, or is not receiving enough power. Try the troubleshooting steps below:
Ensure the Clickfree is receiving enough power:
- Depending on the product; the Clickfree may come with a USB cable, a USB Y-cable, and/or an AC adaptor. Ensure that these are in use if they came with your product
- Try plugging your Clickfree into different USB ports
- If using a desktop, be sure to use the USB ports located at the back of the computer; these ports generally supply more power than the USB ports located at the front
- USB hubs are not supported; be sure to connect directly to the computer
- If your Clickfree was supplied with an AC adaptor, try plugging it into a different power outlet
Check to see what drives are detected by your computer:
If you're using Windows:
- Close any open applications
- Press the Start button in Windows
- Select Computer or My Computer
- Plug your Clickfree into USB
- Under the section named Devices with removable storage, two drives named Clickfree_System (CD-ROM) and CF_Storage (hard drive) will appear
If you're using Mac:
- Close any open applications
- Plug your Clickfree into USB
- In Finder and on the desktop, two drives named Clickfree_System (CD-ROM) and CF_Storage (hard drive) will appear
What drives are detected?
Q.01040. Why does a UACProxy.exe error message appear when using the Clickfree in Windows?
UACProxy.exe cannot be found.
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This error may occur when the user logged on does not have full administrator privileges. See below for additional information.
UACProxy.exe is used when the Clickfree needs Administrative privileges on your computer. Rather than asking many times during the backup, the software will ask for Administrator privileges once, and will always act on behalf of the Admin once UACProxy is successfully installed on your computer. To use the Clickfree, UACProxy is required. Clickfree may not function correctly with normal user access.
- Ensure that you are the administrator for this computer
You must have Administrator privileges to use Clickfree. If you find that you're not the Administrator, please contact your computer manufacturer or the other users on this computer who may be an Administrator.
What happens if I'm using Clickfree at my workplace?
- If you typically log onto a Domain when using your Work/Corporate computer: consult with your local IT group to see if Clickfree will work for you. Most Domain Group Policies will not allow for Clickfree to work in a corporate environment.
Webroot Secure Anywhere software conflict:
When using Webroot Secure Anywhere security/anti-virus software, UACProxy.exe may be added to the quarantine list. This will prevent the Clickfree from loading UACProxy.exe when needed. To remove UACProxy.exe from Webroot's quarantine list, try the following:
- Open the Webroot application
- Select PC Security
- Click on the Quarantine tab
- Click on View Quarantine
- Click on the check-box with UACProxy.exe
- Click on Restore
- A pop-up message will appear. Select Yes.
Q.01048. How do I manually remove the Clickfree Traveler software from my computer?
Traveler - uninstall Clickfree software.
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To manually remove the Clickfree software from your computer, try the steps below.
What operating system are you using?
Manually remove the Clickfree software from Windows
- Uninstall the Scheduler software:
- Right-click on the Clickfree icon located in the system tray, a context menu will appear
- Select Uninstall, the Clickfree icon will disappear
- Stop the Clickfree processes in Task Manager:
- Close any open applications
- Right-click on the "time and date" at the bottom of your computer, a context menu will appear
- Select Start Task Manager
- Select the Processes tab
- Click on Show processes from all users on the bottom left
- End the following processes, if present:
- StartClickFreeBackup.exe
- UACProxy.exe
- OfficeGuardian.exe
- SacReminder.exe
- To end a process, select the image name from the Image Name column
- Click on the End Process button
- Delete the OfficeGuardian or Clickfree/TravelerV2PS folder from Application Data or Program Data:
- Using your keyboard, press the Start key + R key at the same time; a window named "Run" will appear
- Depending on your operating system, a different folder will need to be accessed:
- If you're using Windows XP, type the following into the "Run" window: %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\
- If you're using Windows Vista or Windows 7, type the following into the "Run" window: %PROGRAMDATA%\
- Click on the OK button
- Delete the folder named OfficeGuardian or Clickfree/TravelerV2PS
Manually remove the Clickfree software from Mac OS X
- Remove Clickfree from the Login items list:
- Click on the Apple icon
- Select System Preferences
- Click on Users & Groups
- Select your account
- Click on Login Items
- Click on CFAgent
- Click on the Minus (-) button
- Click on SacReminder
- Click on the Minus (-) button
- Close the Users & Groups window
- Uninstall the Clickfree software from the menu bar:
- Click on the Clickfree software located on the menu bar (next to the time), a context menu will appear
- Select Uninstall, the icon will disappear from the menu bar
- Stop the Clickfree processes in Activity Monitor:
- Close any open applications
- Click on the Spotlight icon (located at the top-right of your desktop)
- In the Spotlight window, type: Activity Monitor
- A list of results will appear in Spotlight, select Activity Monitor from Applications
- In the Activity Monitor application, select CFAgent
- Force Quit the following processes, if present:
- CFAgent
- SacReminder
- Clickfree Backup Assistant
- To Force Quit a process, select the process from the Process Name column
- Click on the Quit Process button
- Click on the Force Quit button
- Close the Activity Monitor window
- Delete the TravelerFlashV2_PS or ClickfreeFlash folder from Applications:
- Open a Finder window
- Select Applications
- Double-click on the Clickfree folder
- Drag the ClickfreeFlash or TravelerFlashV2_PS folder to the Trash
- Empty the Trash
Q.01049. How do I update the Clickfree software?
Update Clickfree software.
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There's more than one way to perform an update on your Clickfree. If one method doesn't work for you, try the other. See below for more information.
Update the Clickfree from the options page:
- Plug the Clickfree into USB
- Launch the Clickfree software
- Click on the Options button
- Click on the Tools tab
- Click on the Update button
Update the Clickfree from the standalone updater utility in Windows
- Plug the Clickfree into USB
- Close the Clickfree software if it launches
- Using your keyboard, press the Start key + R key at the same time; a window named "Run" will appear
- Depending on your operating system, a different folder will need to be accessed:
- If you're using Windows XP, type the following into the "Run" window: %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\
- If you're using Windows Vista or Windows 7, type the following into the "Run" window: %PROGRAMDATA%\
- Depending on your product, the next step will vary
- Double-click on the file named SACUpdater.exe
| If you're using a: | Then double-click on the folder named: |
| C1 | OfficeGuardian |
| C2 | OfficeGuardianV2 |
| C2N | OfficeGuardianV2N |
| C2 Wireless (C3) | OfficeGuardianC3 |
| C6 | Clickfree/FullImagingBackup |
| Transformer | ClickFreeTformer, ClickfreeTformerV2, ClickfreeTformerV2N, or ClickfreeIPTformer |
| C2 Traveler | Clickfree/TravelerV2PS |
| Traveler | OfficeGuardian |
Update the Clickfree from the standalone updater utility in Mac OS X
- Plug the Clickfree into USB
- Close the Clickfree software if it launches
- Open a Finder window
- Open the Applications folder
- Double-click on the Clickfree folder
- Depending on your product, the next step will vary
- Double-click on the application named SACUpdater
| If you're using a: | Then double-click on the folder named: |
| C1 | OfficeGuardian |
| C2 | OfficeGuardianV2 |
| C2N | OfficeGuardianV2N |
| C2 Wireless (C3) | OfficeGuardianV3 |
| Transformer | ClickfreeTransformer, ClickfreeTransformerV2N, ClickfreeTransformerV2, or ClickfreeIPTformer |
| C2 Traveler | TravelerFlashV2_PS |
| Traveler | ClickfreeFlash |
I'm unable to update my Clickfree:
- Ensure that you are the administrator for this computer, as this action requires admin rights
- If you're using a C2N or C3 and have used the supplied USB key to install the software: this version of the software can't be updated. You'll need to uninstall the software manually and then perform an install of the software using the Clickfree itself
- Attempt an update using another computer
- If the SACUpdater utility is launched directly from Clickfree_System/BIN or Clickfree_System/Start Clickfree Backup.app/Contents/data located in the Clickfree's virtual CD-ROM drive, then the update will fail
- Try booting into the 32-bit Mac OS X kernel to perform the update. Current versions of Mac OS X will boot into the 64-bit kernel by default
- The virtual CD-ROM drive named Clickfree_System isn't detected by the computer
Q.01050. Can I use a USB 3.0 version of a Clickfree device on a USB 2.0 port?
Clickfree USB port compatibility
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USB 3.0 versions of Clickfree are backwards compatible with USB 2.0 ports. See below for additional information
- Any USB 3.0 version of a Clickfree device will still work on computers that only have USB 2.0 ports. Clickfree will transfer files at USB 2.0 speeds.
- Any USB 2.0 version of a Clickfree device will also work on computers that only have USB 3.0 ports. Clickfree will still transfer files at USB 2.0 speeds.
- If you only have USB 1.1 ports on your computer, the Clickfree may still work; however, the speed of the backup will be extremely slow.
Note: To ensure USB 3.0 port compatibility, ensure that your USB 3.0 host controller's firmware is up to date. See your computer manufacturer on how to do this.
Q.01052. Where is the user manual for my Clickfree product?
Clickfree User Manual download links
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| Product | Operating System | Link |
| C1 | Windows | User Manual |
| Mac | User Manual | |
| C2, C2N, C2 Wireless (C3) | Windows | User Manual |
| Mac | User Manual | |
| C6 | Windows | User Manual |
| Traveler | Windows | User Manual |
| Mac | User Manual | |
| Transformer DVD | Windows | User Manual |
| Mac | User Manual | |
| Transformer iPod | Windows | User Manual |
| Mac | User Manual | |
| Transformer SE | Windows | User Manual |
| Mac | User Manual | |
| Transformer | Windows | User Manual |
| Mac | User Manual |
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