Hi, I am using windows Server 2003 Enterprise edition and with ISA server 2006. I want to take backup of windows.please guide me that what is the peoper way to take backup of windows server. 1- Go to normal windows interface and in run ---->Ntbackup and choose the complete backup or System State only . 2-When computer boot just press F8 key and we can see " Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows Domain Controller only) " By using this way windows load in safe moood . I should be thankful if you kindly guide me that proper method to start the backup a- Using normal windows mood or b) By using F8 key for " Directory Services Restore " ? thanks in advance.

A backup of your important data using ntbackup is not the same thing as Directory Services Restore Mode. I recommend you research DSRM on microsoft's website and I suspect if you do, you'll be able to answer your own question.