Xcopy with the proper switches will copy all files. The problem is in keeping the long file names. Look here: http://navasgrp.home.att.net/tech/clone_copy.htm On Sun, 5 Dec 1999 20:14:08 EST, David Hillhouse wrote: >I am trying to find a program (like a modified version of xcopy) to >copy my basic hard drive setup to a cd. >In case of a crash I can reinstall quickly. >Xcopy will not copy hidden files or hidden files in hidden directories. > >Thanks In Advance >David Hillhouse > > PCBUILD maintains hundreds of useful files for download > visit our download web page at: > http://nospin.com/pc/files.html PCBUILD maintains hundreds of useful files for download visit our download web page at: http://nospin.com/pc/files.html