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how to backup just a few files in a folder
oliven2013
I take it the files you want don't have any similar group of extension (that isn't used also on non-desired files). However the Exclude filter does offer a minimum/maximum "size" s…
fffdog
5 Jul 2013
2 replies
fffdog
5 Jul 2013
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Timestamp Format
us3r4it
does it work for files or it is just for folders?
us3r4it
3 Jul 2013
3 replies
us3r4it
3 Jul 2013
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FreeFileSync.exe not terminating after running as scheduled task
kanonfodda
The modal dialog was apparently the problem. I didn't have the 'Close progress dialog' option set for 'On completion'. I originally had the scheduled task set up to 'Run whether us…
timrude
2 Jul 2013
3 replies
timrude
2 Jul 2013
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Can't sync Windows/Fonts folder?
mihomes
It seems this is a problem of the new Windows Vista IFileDialog directory picker which by default does not show the "Fonts" folder. OTOH with the older < XP SHBrowseForFolder the "…
Zenju
30 Jun 2013
1 reply
Zenju
30 Jun 2013
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Made a script and want to output the logfile data into another file - how can I do this?
mihomes
[Quote] Figured it out - for anyone interested here is my updated script : @echo off echo FreeFileSync Log starting at : time /T date /T echo. echo. echo. echo ====================…
mihomes
30 Jun 2013
1 reply
mihomes
30 Jun 2013
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After comparing / syincing and closing FFS RAM not released?
dirk-o
Finally figured out what is going on with memory. Windows is taking memory for its I/O cache and it does not release it. Since FFS is doing most of the I/O it just seems like it is…
normeus
26 Jun 2013
8 replies
normeus
26 Jun 2013
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Are RealTimeSync and FreeFileSync Automated?
roseuz
[Quote] Well, to answer my own question: The synchronization wouldn't happen automatically, i.e. I would have to press the Synchronize button after the scanning / comparison was co…
roseuz
24 Jun 2013
1 reply
roseuz
24 Jun 2013
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Will updating to current version trash my existing v 3.12 batch files?
fauxjoe523
[Quote] Thanks for the quick reply, Zenju.
fauxjoe523
23 Jun 2013
2 replies
fauxjoe523
23 Jun 2013
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FreeFileSync and task scheduler
nbareham12
If you want to solve it in our batch-file, use: start /wait "C:\[path_to_FFS]\FreeFileSync.exe" "D:\[path_to_FFSbatchfile]\[your_FFSbatchfile].ffs_batch" instead of: call "C:\[path…
Plerry
21 Jun 2013
3 replies
Plerry
21 Jun 2013
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Which choice is correct for me re handling of Symbolic Links?
eddietripod
Hi, Looking for the correct answer for my situation. Win7 x 64 home premium. Which choice is correct for me re handling of Symbolic Links? I'll be using Steam, Steam Spreader, Game…
eddietripod
21 Jun 2013
0 replies
eddietripod
21 Jun 2013
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FreeFileSync Versions keeps appending date
normdonovan
It seems "iTunes Library.itl" was overwritten or deleted on 2013-06-17 040531 resulting in a versioned backup named "iTunes Library.itl 2013-06-17 040531.itl". This latter file the…
Zenju
17 Jun 2013
1 reply
Zenju
17 Jun 2013
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Freefilesync temp files on writelocked device
har10
The locking behavior is the same as in previous releases, but an error when writing the sync.ffs_lock file is no longer suppressed. You have multiple choices: 1. If it is possible …
Zenju
15 Jun 2013
1 reply
Zenju
15 Jun 2013
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FileSync from XP to 7 over the network
kemrad
Hi I am using FileSync for backing up a database directory from a windows xp pc to a windows 7 pc. Seems like all the folders and files are copied, but when try to run the programm…
kemrad
12 Jun 2013
0 replies
kemrad
12 Jun 2013
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Stalls at high speed. Restarts from low speed.
johnav1989
Hm, it's standard behavior for most usb drives which do a bulk of work without calling back the application. This non-responsiveness issue could be solved from two ends: 1. the usb…
Zenju
11 Jun 2013
3 replies
Zenju
11 Jun 2013
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File dates and times do not match after mirroring
dankearney
> The problem still exists which makes my backups (of 4TB disks) worthless! Please fix this bug! You need to help a little: What are the conditions that reproduce this behavior? Do…
Zenju
8 Jun 2013
9 replies
Zenju
8 Jun 2013
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Silent install
alissiarose
The installer is using NSIS, so you can install silently with: <div style="font-family:monospace" align="center">FreeFileSync_5.16_Windows_Setup.exe /S /D=C:\Program Files\FreeFile…
Zenju
6 Jun 2013
1 reply
Zenju
6 Jun 2013
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Where is the log file to confirm success of Comparing or Synchronising large 1TB folders prior to deleting source ?
james555
[Quote] Just saw this post after posting in the Open Discussion forum the exact same thing, i.e. the need to have the destination folder timestamps set to the source on completion
ralatsf
6 Jun 2013
1 reply
ralatsf
6 Jun 2013
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Same date but different size
jmetsis
I have installed FreeFileSync on my friend's computer running MS Windows XP. I've created a backup plan from the computer to an external USB disk and the plan is run as a scheduled…
jmetsis
6 Jun 2013
0 replies
jmetsis
6 Jun 2013
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RealTimeSync issues on one folder
pacojazz
Hi everybody, I get a strange issue; i am currently sync two folder, all worked well since this morning. I can not more sync my two folders, and strangely i can do it on their subf…
pacojazz
5 Jun 2013
0 replies
pacojazz
5 Jun 2013
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Freefilesync - see what will happen
pbelcl
thanks for this hint, works perfect!! FreeFileSync is a very useful tool, thanks for it!!
pbelcl
3 Jun 2013
2 replies
pbelcl
3 Jun 2013
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Problem when I try to sync file on LAN
floreal13
> What kind of details do you need Well, the relevant kind of details ...
Plerry
2 Jun 2013
4 replies
Plerry
2 Jun 2013
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Cannot read Outlook.pst; volume name not part of file name
iainelder
I'm testing on Windows 7 Enterprise. The new version seems to work better than version 5.15. So far FreeFileSync has reported no 'cannot read file' errors during the mirror operati…
iainelder
28 May 2013
6 replies
iainelder
28 May 2013
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Help with virtualbox shared folders
caspertone2003
[Quote] Guau! so fast! I am on leave for a week, will report when back Thanks again CTone
caspertone2003
28 May 2013
2 replies
caspertone2003
28 May 2013
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How to run FreeFileSync from Linux cron job?
ahagge
As I'm sure you're aware, the Linux-standard way to run periodic jobs (such as backups) is via a cron job. However, this requires that the program be able to be run with no user lo…
ahagge
28 May 2013
0 replies
ahagge
28 May 2013
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Automated Snapshot Style Backups?
nicksorenson
bump
nicksorenson
27 May 2013
1 reply
nicksorenson
27 May 2013
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How to stop deleting process to recycle bin?
martinios
The deleting of the equal files, about 15.000, of the left side lasts some hours until now, (about 1 file per second or so). How can I stop after sychronizing the deletion of the e…
martinios
26 May 2013
0 replies
martinios
26 May 2013
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How do use different synchronization settings for different batch operations
phastflyer
You need to create separate batch configurations. Save the first and create a new one.
srjones67
23 May 2013
1 reply
srjones67
23 May 2013
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scheduled mirror deletes backup on drive failure
eikefriedrich
[Quote] My apologies and thank you for the swift response. On trying to replicate this I can see what I have missed: I was trying to emulate the batch job by running the job in the…
eikefriedrich
23 May 2013
2 replies
eikefriedrich
23 May 2013
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Setting RealTimeSync to run on computer bootup
boed1
The title was correct after all, but you had me fooled by your first port: > How do I set that specific job to load in my windows 7 startup please? For a specific sync job the batc…
Plerry
21 May 2013
5 replies
Plerry
21 May 2013
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Disappearing Freefilesync
kc123
I am a refugee from a malfunctioning SyncToy and new to Freefilesync, which seems great. One mystery: twice when it has been busy syncing large folders between external hard disks …
kc123
17 May 2013
0 replies
kc123
17 May 2013
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Deletion of files upon comparison
rr27
[Quote] Ok that's great thank you, I'll update to a newer version.
rr27
16 May 2013
4 replies
rr27
16 May 2013
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Is there any version of FFS with "COPY_FILE_NO_BUFFERING"?
scanda85
Hi, here i have a time-problem with FFS. After every file FFS shows no reaction for few seconds. For some months Zenju sent me a link with a special version with "COPY_FILE_NO_BUFF…
scanda85
16 May 2013
0 replies
scanda85
16 May 2013
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Cannot delete files - access denied
theancient1
[Quote] I do not believe any file is ever locked: The "F" drive is a USB Flash drive (aka USB stick) that contains a backup (mirror) of my "S" ("Source") drive. If a new version of…
theancient1
13 May 2013
3 replies
theancient1
13 May 2013
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Problem with 4 devices & realtimesync
t1mb3rw0lf
Hello, I'm trying to create scenario with: - 2 computers ( both connects to NAS - windows share ) - 1 NAS ( share ) - 1 USB drive ( 1 way backup) My setup ( both computers have Fre…
t1mb3rw0lf
13 May 2013
0 replies
t1mb3rw0lf
13 May 2013
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Completed, but not really
aepaep
I have been trying to synchronize a large amount of data (a bit over a terabyte) from a network attached storage to an external USB drive. OS is Windows 7 64-bit, Core 2 Duo, 4 GB …
aepaep
12 May 2013
0 replies
aepaep
12 May 2013
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Disable "Show files that wont be copied"
grobbla
Ah, thats great, thank you. I only found the "Default view" setting :) Cheers
grobbla
10 May 2013
2 replies
grobbla
10 May 2013
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Linux 32 bit support
sfalcao
[Quote] thx, much better in that way. :D
sfalcao
10 May 2013
3 replies
sfalcao
10 May 2013
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How to stop automatic back up
jcgc
[Quote] Nope and had no desire to. I want to control when and what is synced.
jcgc
10 May 2013
5 replies
jcgc
10 May 2013
812
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Synchronising files the right way
bookie56
Hi folks! Backing up files has Always been a pain in the butt.... If I back up files from a directory to a server and want to just update the latest files - then what is the best w…
bookie56
10 May 2013
0 replies
bookie56
10 May 2013
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Need to filter folders and all their content
sdicandia
Did you bother to read the FFS Help or search this forum?
Plerry
9 May 2013
1 reply
Plerry
9 May 2013
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