Resolved Windows Backup to USB stick won't run

I have a netbook with Windows 7 Home Premium SP1. I am trying to do a windows backup of C to a brand new SanDisk cruzer USB stick.

The message I get is:
'This drive cannot be used to store a system image because it is not formatted with NTFS.'

What do I do to resolve this issue?

 

Try the link below. Flash drives are the last thing that I would use to do a system backup. They are not the most reliable thing to use. An external HD would be better.

http://www.ehow.com/how_8115317_convert-sandisk-cruzer-ntfs.html

 

Thank you for the link. Yes I should invest in an external hard drive. I thought a USB drive was better than nothing. Thanks for the input.

 

Think of it kind of like one of those little paper cone cups at the water cooler. It will last for a little bit but, I wouldn't advise using it as a reliable water storage solution.

 

That's an analogy I can relate to. Thanks.

 

No problem.