Each backup feature uses a distinct directory structure on your chosen storage device:
To find:
When creating a System Image, Windows often demands to back up the "System Reserved" partition along with your C: drive. If your backup drive doesn't have enough space for both , the backup fails. You cannot manually deselect the system partition in the native tool, which forces users to buy larger backup drives than they calculated. windows backup location
Default location if saved internally: D:\WindowsImageBackup\<computername>\ (on the drive you selected during setup) Each backup feature uses a distinct directory structure
Stored in hidden protected volume: System Volume Information folder on each drive. Not accessible directly without permissions. windows backup location