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OK, this is very timely for me. I have purchased Sprite Backup, so would prefer to use that, although I understand that SPB might be a better choice (and I do have access to that as well if need be).

I have a Verizon Touch Pro 2, with a defective "R" on the hardware keyboard, which Verizon is replacing with a brand new one. I have Sprite Backup on both the SD Card, as well as my PC. I want to simply make the new one the clone of the old one, including all installed programs, registry tweaks, etc. I am using the original Stock ROM that came with the device.

When I go to Sprite Backup Restore Options, according to the Help files, I want to stay in the "General" category, as this is from what should be one device that is identical to the other, but correct me if I'm wrong. The options are:

Delete All Files - Yes or No and why? I would have assumed that the way to get a clean duplicate of my current phone would be to select Yes, although No is the default option selected.

Check For Corrupt Registry - this is checked as the Default, but once again I'm uncertain what the correct choice here would be - Yes or No, and why?

System Settings - Merge or Replace? Merge is the default selection, but once again I would have thought that in my situation Replace would be the better option.

Answers and explanations appreciated (and please don't just say SPB is better - I have paid for Sprite Backup, and would like to at least know the correct way to use this program).

Thanks!