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ryan.stewie

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Jan 15, 2008
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I need to reinstall Snow Leopard over my current Snow Leopard installation because the system has failed. I need to know what will happen if I proceed with an install. Because there are no options for installation, I dont know how to do an archive and install and it is essential that I have my home folder and it's contents intact. Does anyone know if reinstalling snow leopard will automatically archive my home folder or if there is something else I need to do?
 
Yes, an archive and install will preserve your contacts and Home folder. Though it warns you before starting that you should back up your HD in case anything goes wrong, so I'd suggest doing that first if you're nervous.
 
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