Minimal files to backup

[PopJen]

<p>I know there are quite a few posts out there asking about what EQ2 files to backup, but most of them are looking for backups to help reduce the time it takes to get things back up and running.  I have a different question...</p><p>I am setting up my computer to do regular scheduled backups.  I don't want to backup the entire EQ2 folder since that's over 11GB (which will add up with each sequential backup).  Do I just need to backup my UI folder to make sure once I reinstall and update the software, I can keep my settings (if, knock on wood, something happens and I need to recover)?</p><p>In other words, if I don't mind spending the time reinstalling/downloading, which files/folders should I backup?</p><p>Thanks!</p>

[TSR-DanielH]

<p><cite>PopJen wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>I know there are quite a few posts out there asking about what EQ2 files to backup, but most of them are looking for backups to help reduce the time it takes to get things back up and running.  I have a different question...</p><p>I am setting up my computer to do regular scheduled backups.  I don't want to backup the entire EQ2 folder since that's over 11GB (which will add up with each sequential backup).  Do I just need to backup my UI folder to make sure once I reinstall and update the software, I can keep my settings (if, knock on wood, something happens and I need to recover)?</p><p>In other words, if I don't mind spending the time reinstalling/downloading, which files/folders should I backup?</p><p>Thanks!</p></blockquote><p>If you're looking to retain your settings after a reformat or other loss of data then you will want to back up the following files:</p><p>UI folder</p><p>cache foldereq2_recent.inieq2_default.iniEverQuest2.exee q2.iniAs well as the character specific files, these will appear as such:Servername_CharacterName_EQ2_uisettings.iniSt ationname_characters.ini</p><p>Those files should contain the settings you're referring to.</p>

[PopJen]

<p>Excellent! That's exactly what I needed to know <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" />!</p><p>Cheers!</p>

[TSR-DanielH]

<p><cite>PopJen wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Excellent! That's exactly what I needed to know <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" />!</p><p>Cheers!</p></blockquote><p>I'm glad I could help.  Let us know if you have any other questions</p>