Backup & Restore with Computer
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Backup & Restore with Computer

Backup and restore your device with a computer.
INSTRUCTIONS & INFO
  1. TRANSFER MEDIA TO/FROM A PC: With the device powered on, insert the microUSB end of the microUSB cable into the USB port on the bottom of the device. Insert the USB end of the microUSB cable into an open port on the computer.
    Step 1
  2. To place the device into the correct USB mode, swipe down from the Notification bar then select the Android System drop down menu > Charging notification > Transfer files.
    Step 2
  3. Click the File Explorer icon, then click This PC.
    Step 3
  4. Open the newly connected device drive, then navigate to the desired folder.
    Step 4
  5. Drag and drop the desired file(s) to/from the device drive to transfer.
    Step 5
  6. TRANSFER MEDIA TO/FROM A MAC: You need the Android File Transfer App to facilitate the communication between the device and a computer. Download and install the Android File Transfer app.
    Step 6
  7. With the device powered on, insert the microUSB end of the microUSB cable into the USB port on the bottom of the device. Insert the USB end of the microUSB cable into an open port on the computer.
    Step 7
  8. To place the device into the correct USB mode, swipe down from the Notification bar then select the Android System drop down menu > Charging notification > Transfer files.
    Step 8
  9. Once the phone is connected to the computer, the Android File Transfer app will open automatically. Select the desired folder to transfer files to/from.
    Step 9
  10. Drag and drop the desired file(s) to/from the device to transfer.
    Step 10

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