Once you have opened the program, click the Start-Run option then type 'diskmgmt.msc.' If it shows that the disk is 'basic' you can continue cloning. To check to see if your disk is basic or dynamic use the Windows Disk Management program on your computer. Please take note that Acronis True Image 2013 can only clone an entire basic disk, not just a single partition or a dynamic disk drive.
Cloning a hard drive with Acronis True Image 2013 is not only possible, it is very simple procedure that should not take long depending on the size of the hard drive.
Many people choose to clone their hard drive for security reasons and protection against hackers and viruses. Acronis True Image 2013 clone disk step-by-step instructions