Regback Copy Not Working ((top)) -
Starting with Windows 10, version 1803, the "RegBack" copy functionality is not "broken" but was intentionally disabled by Microsoft to reduce the operating system's overall disk footprint. When you check the \Windows\System32\config\RegBack folder, you will often find registry hive files that are 0 KB in size, meaning no actual backup exists. Why the Feature was Removed
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Solution C: WMIC and System State Backup
Summary:
The regback copy feature is currently not functioning as expected. This feature is used to copy registry keys and values from one location to another. The issue is causing difficulties for users who rely on this feature to streamline their workflow. Starting with Windows 10, version 1803, the "RegBack"
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RegBackfiles results in 0 KB files. copy,xcopy,robocopy, or drag-and-drop in Explorer fails silently or with errors like:If you want the old automatic backup system (where actual, copyable files appear in RegBack ), you can re-enable it via the Registry (ironic, we know). Copying RegBack files results in 0 KB files
6. Common Misconceptions
Option 2: Manually Back Up Registry Hives (Reliable)