I'm getting a new DAW soon. It's going to be Win7, 64 bit, I7 Haswell using SONAR X3. Not sure I need to provide any other info than that.
 
In a way I'm not looking forward to re-installing all the software I have. I have had enough minor issues installing software on my current DAW.
 
I have snyths and FXs from about all the major providers. A list would be too long to type.
 
When I first started using SONAR in 2009 I wasn't as perceptive when installing software, placing of libraries. etc. so I'm also looking to get more organized than before.
 
This DAW will have 4 drives:
Programs
Samples
Libraries
Projects
 
My plan is to install by manufacturer creating a Restore point after each successful install.
 
I'm asking others who've built a new DAW to provide some tips, feedback, watchouts on what experiences they've had.
 
Any info is appreciate.
 
Best,
Dave-

How big will each of your hard drive be? Sounds like something Norton Ghost would be good at. I'd recommend just going through the trouble of backing up your data and installing fresh every time though. It's a good practice because hard drives fail. Restore points is not exactly the safest option in my opinion. After a while I just got tired of dealing with them and just back up my data regularly.

DragonBlood, I have everything backed up. Every time I download an update/upgrade I also back that up.
 
I'll be using 2 2TB and 2 1 TB drives.

I would consider a smaller solid state drive for your programs.
 
 

MrMook
DragonBlood, I have everything backed up. Every time I download an update/upgrade I also back that up.
 
I'll be using 2 2TB and 2 1 TB drives.

Norton Ghost was formerly a alternative restoration point software, but it seems they've changed it to be part of a subscription security suite. Honestly it's been years since I've used any type of restore points. Malware just becomes too much over time. All I can say is restore points I wouldn't recommend (due to hard drive failures, etc.)
 
I don't think that's a safe or viable option from my perspective. Your situation may require it depending on what you want to do though so best of luck, but at least keep backing up every 2-4 weeks if it's that important.