Create VHD from ATIH2009 tib file

[tf76]

Hey, just wondering if anyone has converted a Acronis True Image Home 2009 tib file to VHD.

I have had a look around and according to Acronis this feature was 1st added in version 2010.

Anyone know any third party software that would do this.
Or is it possible to download a trial version of the 2013 to get this done.

The reason I would like to do this is because I am trying to test out backup images from a clients XP machine. Just incase we have to restore in the future.
I would rather test a VHD in a virtual machine than physically do this with another HD.


Regards,

 

[James_S]

Haven't done it with a 2009 image but I've converted 2010 and later images to VHD before with no issue. You may do a trial of Acronis Backup & Recovery because it will let you convert the .TIB directly to a virtual machine: http://kb.acronis.com/content/4077

 

[tf76]

Thanks James I will give this a go over the next couple of days and report back if successful.

Regards,

 

[tf76]

Well James no success.

When trying to load a tib file the program doesn't even see it?

BUT, loads up fine when using the ATIH2009 boot CD?




Regards,

 

[James_S]

Which version of Acronis are you trying to open the image with?

If you have a spare hard drive you could just restore the image to that to test that it works.

Another option is to use VirtualBox or VMWare Player to create a blank virtual machine, plug in an external with the .TIB on it, boot to the Acronis 2009 CD inside the VM, and restore the image to a virtual drive. It may not boot but you would at least know that the image works. If you're not familiar with virtual machines it would be easier to use a spare hard drive though.

 

[tf76]

Acronis backup and recovery 11.5.
Couldn't find 10.

You would think they would make their programs to work with images taken with older programs.

Oh well...

Regards,