Paragon Hard Disk Manager now features an improved graphic user interface to make its use simpler, as well as advanced functions like cloning and wiping disks.
Hex Edit also allows users to hex edit partitions and create bootable drives in order to correct system issues or recover data after malware attacks, but is less automated and more difficult than Acronis True Image; however it allows differential and incremental backup.
Backup and Restore
Paragon Hard Disk Manager offers an effective set of preventative backup and recovery tools, similar to CrashPlan or Acronis True Image. Users can protect data against accidental deletions, system crashes or failing hardware components by backing it up regularly using this product. In addition, file recovery features such as the ability to retrieve deleted items from recycle bin are available and it is possible to migrate entire drives or individual partitions back onto different disks or locations if required.
Backups can be performed manually or automatically on a schedule, with encryption available as an added layer of protection against unauthorised access. The new pVHD container format offers significant enhancements for network backup, with data deduplication and synchronization making incremental backups up to four times smaller, while speeding network transfer by up to 10 times.
Software that migrates an operating system onto virtual machines, with support for UEFI in Windows 8.1 and later versions. Furthermore, this tool offers various disk management functions including creating/resizing/editing/merging partitions as well as moving/copying/defragmenting files.
The free community edition offers all of the basic features a casual user might require and excels at file-level backup. Although its full interface might be overwhelming for some users, an “Express mode” with more manageable features exists within the program for easier navigation.
Wipe Data
Paragon Hard Disk Manager provides advanced features for partitioning, backup and recovery, drive/disk image management, system migration and data sanitization. In addition, it includes cutting-edge technologies to optimize computer performance.
Paragon HDM 15 offers more than traditional backup and restore functions; in addition to that it also resizes partitions, or can completely clone them, and creates file-level images – an effective method of protecting individual files against loss. Furthermore, should there be any emergency situation, Paragon HDM 15 offers robust system recover capabilities with no data lost whatsoever.
This version offers enhanced support for SSDs and comes equipped with a new wipe utility to delete data from them. It includes military-grade wiping algorithms, four different wipe patterns, and customizable overwriting passes; in addition to this it’s possible to wipe free space or an entire disk for sanitization purposes – and should any critical operations fail due to power failure, the program will notify users via email of what went wrong.
Paragon HDM can be quickly installed and run using bootable media created from an external drive. Its intuitive user interface offers quick navigation while its express mode makes things simpler for casual users. Although suitable for both business and home use, Paragon HDM’s focus lies more with managing co-located servers through Technician Licensing options for small IT teams.
Optimize Disks
Over time, our PCs become overwhelmed with data and require a thorough cleaning in order to free up space for other files of value. In order to accomplish this task successfully, software that can manage partitions securely while creating automated backups is required – Paragon Hard Disk Manager offers this and much more!
The latest edition of this all-in-one program retains many of its previous features while upgrading its aesthetic with an attractive color scheme and intuitive controls. Furthermore, a disk clone feature makes OS migration simpler between drives; additionally it can even perform surface tests to identify any damaged areas on partitions that should be addressed.
Other great features in this comprehensive disk management tool include creating and resizing partitions without losing data, as well as Snapshot technology that works on Apple Fusion drives as well as traditional platter-based drives, with faster recovery times than its native backup software.
This otherwise impressive disk imaging tool suffers from an inelegant main user interface that takes some getting used to, though you should have no trouble doing so with detailed instructions provided by the company. Furthermore, their support staff are excellent and respond quickly and courteously when users contact them with any inquiries or problems.
Schedule Backups
Paragon HDM offers an extensive variety of backup solutions. It can perform full system backups as well as selectively backing up partitions or individual files; supporting differential imaging to reduce storage usage over time for incremental backups; as well as AES-128, AES-192 or AES-256 encryption to further secure your data against unauthorised access.
The software provides powerful restore functionality, allowing you to recover everything from individual files or folders all the way up to entire operating systems. Furthermore, its data migration functionality comes in handy for moving OS and files between devices if necessary.
Partitioning features allow users to create, resize, merge, split, format, hide and format partitions. Furthermore, file systems can be converted; primary slots and serial numbers changed; test disk surfaces performed SSD trim tests performed as well as delete partitions cleared free space and create detailed cleanup reports are all options available to users.
Clone hard disk software makes cloning an entire hard drive possible, which means copying all of your OS, applications and settings onto another drive without rebooting first – an invaluable feature if transferring an OS between computers or creating a clean install of Windows.